Saudia Group Signs A Deal To Acquire Up To 20 Widebody Aircraft

Saudia Group operates a fleet of 194 aircraft serving commercial aviation, cargo operations and logistics services. The Group is poised for significant expansion, with 191 new aircraft scheduled for delivery in the coming years. This expansion will further support national economic growth and contribute to the Kingdom's strategic initiatives and major events, bringing the world to Saudi Arabia.

Saudia Group has declared a new aircraft deal with Airbus to enhance its fleet by adding up to 20 new widebody A330neo aircraft, 10 of which are firm orders from flyadeal, the Group's low-cost carrier. Known for its efficiency, long range, and versatility, the A330neo model aligns perfectly with the Group's strategy to broaden its operational reach and introduce more destinations. Deliveries are scheduled to begin in 2027, with the final aircraft expected to arrive in 2029.

The signing ceremony was held at the Airbus factory in Toulouse, France, in the presence of H.E. Engr. Ibrahim Al-Oma is the director general of Saudia Group, chairman of Scherer, and CEO of the commercial aircraft business. Saleh Eid, Vice President, signed the deal for Fleet Management at Saudia Group and Benoit de Saint-Ezupery, Executive Vice President of Sales of Commercial Aircraft at Airbus.

H.E. Engr. Ibrahim Al Omar, Director General of Saudia Group, stated, "Today's deal marks a pivotal milestone in our ambitious strategy to modernise and expand our fleet. It builds on last year's historic deal with Airbus for 105 aircraft. This step aligns with our national strategies under Saudi Vision 2030, which aims to connect 250 destinations and facilitate the travel of over 300 million and 150 million tourists by 2030."

He added, "This deal supports Saudia Group's plans to grow and improve its operations. It modernises our fleet, improves aircraft maintenance, and makes overall operations more efficient."

Benoit de Saint Exupery, Executive Vice President of Sales for the Commercial Aircraft business at Airbus, said: "Saudia Group's A330neo order for flyadeal marks a key step in advancing the Kingdom's aviation ambition to unlock long-haul markets and attract new customers. The A330neo's proven versatility, new-generation efficiency, and excellent passenger experience will perfectly support Saudia Group's growth and solidify its position as a global aviation leader. We look forward to seeing this versatile champion fly to Flydeal colours."

Saudia Group operates a fleet of 194 aircraft serving commercial aviation, cargo operations and logistics services. The Group is poised for significant expansion, with 191 new aircraft scheduled for delivery in the coming years.

This expansion will further support national economic growth and contribute to key strategic initiatives and major events to bring the world to Saudi Arabia.

#sauditourism #saudinews #travelnews #news #saudigroup #avaitionupdate #kingdomofsaudiarabia #visitsaudi