- Airbus secured over 100 aircraft orders from Riyadh Air, ANA Holdings, LOT Polish Airlines, and AviLease at the 2025 Paris Air Show, strengthening its global market position.
- The orders, including A350-1000s, A350Fs, A321neo/XLRs, A220s, and A320neos.
- All aircraft support 50% Sustainable Aviation Fuel, meet 2027 ICAO CO₂ standards, and align with Airbus’ 100% SAF goal by 2030, promoting sustainability.
Airbus announced significant aircraft orders from four customers at the Paris Air Show, reinforcing its global aviation leadership. Signed with Riyadh Air, ANA Holdings, LOT Polish Airlines, and AviLease, the agreements reflect demand for modern, fuel-efficient aircraft to drive growth and sustainability.
Riyadh Air, Saudi Arabia’s new premium airline, signed a firm order for 25 A350-1000 widebody aircraft, with potential for 50, attended by H.E. Yasir Al-Rumayyan (PIF Governor), Christian Scherer (Airbus CEO Commercial Aircraft), and Tony Douglas (Riyadh Air CEO). The first A350-1000 in Saudi Arabia aligns with Vision 2030’s goal of 300 million passengers by 2030. “This order marks a significant step in building a world-class airline, supporting Vision 2030 with efficiency and a premium experience,” said Adam Boukadida, Riyadh Air CFO. Benoît de Saint-Exupéry, Airbus EVP Sales, added, “The A350-1000’s unrivalled efficiency supports Riyadh Air’s growth and Vision 2030’s connectivity and diversification.” The A350, the world’s most modern widebody, has a range over 8,000 nautical miles. By May 2025, the A350 Family had 1,390 firm orders from 60+ customers, with 657 in service on long, medium, and short-haul routes worldwide.
ANA Holdings, parent of All Nippon Airways (ANA) and Peach Aviation, finalised a deal for 24 A321neo and three A321XLR single-aisle aircraft, signed by Koji Shibata (ANAHD CEO) and Benoît de Saint-Exupéry. The order includes 14 A321neo for ANA (33 A320 Family aircraft) and 10 A321neo plus three A321XLR for Peach (36 A320 Family aircraft). Peach will be Japan’s first A321XLR operator, with a 4,700-nautical-mile (8,700 km) range. “This order deepens our Airbus relationship, enhancing service and reducing CO₂ emissions,” said Shibata. Saint-Exupéry noted, “ANA’s innovative spirit trusts the A320 Family’s capabilities with the A321XLR.” Since 1987, ANA’s Airbus orders near 100 aircraft. The A321neo, with new engines, Sharklets, and cabin efficiencies, delivers 20% fuel savings, while the A321XLR burns 30% less fuel per seat than competitors, offering long-haul comfort. Over 7,000 A321neo aircraft have been ordered by 90+ customers globally.
LOT Polish Airlines, Poland’s national carrier, placed its first Airbus order for 40 A220 aircraft (20 A220-100s for 100-135 seats, 20 A220-300s for 120-160 seats), with options for 84. From 2027, the A220s, with a 3,600-nautical-mile (6,700 km) range, will replace LOT’s regional fleet, strengthening its role at the Central Communication Port and in Central/Eastern Europe. “The A220s open new opportunities for growth and competitiveness,” said Michał Fijoł, LOT Executive Officer. Saint-Exupéry said, “The A220-100 and A220-300 are ideal for LOT’s modernisation.” Powered by Pratt & Whitney PW1500 GTF engines, the A220 reduces noise and fuel use by 50%. By May 2025, the A220 had 900+ firm orders from 30+ customers, with 415 delivered, serving 24 airlines on 1,600+ routes to 470+ destinations.
AviLease, a Saudi-based global aircraft lessor, placed its first Airbus order for 10 A350F freighters and 30 A320neo Family aircraft, with potential for 22 A350Fs and 55 A320neos. “This order establishes our Airbus portfolio, offering fuel-efficient solutions to airline partners,” said Edward O’Byrne, AviLease CEO. Saint-Exupéry added, “The A350F sets the cargo benchmark with 20% less fuel, enhanced loading capacity, and increased range, while the A320neo is the most popular single-aisle aircraft.” The A350F, with the largest main deck cargo door and 70% advanced materials, offers a 46-tonne lighter take-off weight and meets 2027 ICAO CO₂ standards. The A320neo, with new engines, Sharklets, and cabin efficiencies, delivers 20% fuel savings.
All aircraft support up to 50% Sustainable Aviation Fuel, with Airbus targeting 100% SAF compatibility by 2030.
