nada has taken delivery of a new A220-300 aircraft, bearing manufacturer serial number 55355, in a move that continues the airline’s modernization of its narrowbody fleet. The aircraft is equipped with PW1521G-3 engines, part of the Pratt & Whitney GTF family, which is known for its fuel efficiency and reduced noise footprint.
Tarom, the Romanian flag carrier, is set to wet lease an Airbus A320 from Malta MedAir starting 12 June 2025. The aircraft will be used to operate flights on the Bucharest–Amsterdam route, enhancing schedule reliability and operational flexibility during the busy summer travel period.
Singapore Airlines has received a new Boeing 737-8, bearing serial number 44265, as part of its ongoing narrowbody fleet modernization program. The aircraft is powered by LEAP-1B27 engines, supplied by CFM International, offering improvements in fuel efficiency and noise reduction over previous-generation models.
Royal Air Maroc, the national airline of Morocco, is reportedly in advanced negotiations to place a major aircraft order with Boeing, covering up to 50 Boeing 737 MAX jets and 24 Boeing 787 Dreamliners, as part of its fleet renewal strategy. Simultaneously, Airbus is preparing to secure a smaller order for 20 A220 aircraft, aiming to expand its presence in the North African market.
Garuda Indonesia has announced a major fleet expansion plan aiming to add up to 120 aircraft over the next five years. This bold move is part of the airline’s strategy to reclaim dominance in the domestic aviation market, with a target of achieving 50% market share across Indonesia.
Air New Zealand has detailed its upcoming fleet expansion and leasing activities, with the next delivery milestone being an Airbus A320neo expected to arrive in late June 2025. Following this, the airline anticipates the addition of an ATR72 in July, and two Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners powered by GE engines scheduled for March and April 2026, respectively.
Air Montenegro has entered into a long-term lease agreement for an Embraer E195 regional jet, bearing serial number 19000184, reinforcing its commitment to fleet modernization and route expansion. The lease aligns with the carrier’s broader goal of maintaining a flexible and efficient fleet to meet rising passenger demand.
Tarom, the flag carrier of Romania, has received shareholder approval for a $6.6 million capital injection from the Ministry of Transport, scheduled for late 2024. This move is a part of the airline’s ongoing restructuring strategy aimed at stabilizing operations and improving long-term viability.
Madagascar Airlines is actively seeking financial support from the World Bank to facilitate its growth strategy, which includes expanding its fleet to seven aircraft by 2027. The move underlines the airline’s intent to improve its connectivity and service capacity across both domestic and regional markets.
Avation, a Singapore-based aircraft leasing company, has entered into an agreement to sell a Boeing 777-300ER that is currently on lease to Philippine Airlines. The transaction is expected to be completed in the third quarter of 2025, representing a significant divestment from its widebody portfolio.
