T’way Air, a South Korean low-cost carrier, has appointed Lee Sang-yoon as its new Acting Chief Executive Officer, following a board decision aimed at realigning the airline’s strategic vision and leveraging group synergies. The appointment marks a key leadership transition as the airline navigates expansion and post-pandemic recovery in an increasingly competitive market.
Ibom Air, Nigeria’s rapidly growing airline, has announced a significant leadership transition. George Uriesi, previously serving as the airline’s Chief Operating Officer (COO), has been appointed as the Acting Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer (CEO). At the same time, Mfon Udom, the airline’s founding CEO, has taken on the role of Non-Executive Chairman.
Thai Airways International is moving forward with a significant investment in a new aircraft Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) center to be established at U-Tapao Airport, Thailand. The project, valued at approximately $307 million, is scheduled to commence in late 2025 and will be operated under a private-sector lease model, opening the door to broader investment and commercial partnership opportunities.
Xiamen Airlines, one of China’s most prominent regional and international carriers, has taken delivery of a Boeing 737-8, carrying serial number 64677, equipped with LEAP-1B engines. The delivery underscores the airline’s ongoing narrowbody fleet modernization efforts aimed at boosting fuel efficiency and capacity for short- and medium-haul operations.
Southwest Airlines, the largest operator of Boeing 737 aircraft globally, has taken delivery of a Boeing 737-8, bearing serial number 42608, powered by LEAP-1B28 engines. This latest addition supports the airline’s continued efforts to modernize its fleet and improve fuel efficiency across its extensive domestic and near-international network.
Sky Express, the Greek regional carrier, has expanded its fleet with the delivery of a new Airbus A320neo, carrying serial number 12638, and powered by LEAP-1A26 engines. This latest addition underscores the airline’s commitment to operating a modern, fuel-efficient fleet as it strengthens its presence within Greece and on select European routes.
SalamAir, the low-cost carrier based in Oman, has announced that its next Airbus A321neo, with serial number 12631, will be delivered in July 2025. This aircraft, powered by LEAP-1A engines, will increase the airline’s total fleet to 15 aircraft. In addition, the airline expects delivery of three more Airbus A320neos in early 2026, marking another phase of its fleet expansion strategy.
Qatar Airways has expanded its widebody fleet with the delivery of an Airbus A330-300, bearing serial number 1582, powered by Rolls-Royce Trent 772B-60 engines. The aircraft will support the airline’s continued growth across its regional and long-haul network, particularly amid strong demand during peak travel seasons.
Oman Air is actively seeking to expand its narrowbody fleet in preparation for planned network growth in 2026 and 2027. The airline is currently evaluating the aircraft leasing market for available units and is also exploring the possibility of placing direct orders with manufacturers, signaling a dual-path strategy for capacity expansion.
Macquarie AirFinance, based in Ireland, has delivered a new Airbus A320neo to Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) under a long-term lease agreement, marking the first of three A320neo aircraft it will supply from its existing orderbook. This transaction supports SAS’s ongoing fleet renewal strategy focused on environmental efficiency and standardized operations.
