• ・ANAHD will place new orders for a total of 77 new aircraft, including 68 confirmed orders and 9 options for small and medium size aircraft.
• ・ANAHD will order 18 Boeing 787-9 aircraft to expand international routes, an area of future growth.
• ・Twenty technologically advanced regional jets will be introduced for the first time for domestic routes to flexibly meet supply and demand.
• ・Three Airbus A321XLR aircraft capable of medium to long-haul operations will be ordered for Peach operations.

ANA (All Nippon Airways) Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner JA927A (msn 61528) (Inspiration of Japan) PAE (Nick Dean). Image: 962600.

TOKYO, Feb. 25, 2025 – ANA Holdings, Inc. (President and CEO: Koji Shibata; hereinafter “ANAHD”) today announced the decision to order 77 aircraft at the board of directors meeting.

In anticipation of future growth in passenger demand, including strong inbound demand, ANAHD has decided to proactively introduce competitive, technologically advanced aircraft for sustainable growth over the medium to long term. This will be achieved by renewing the fleet that was suspended due to the COVID-19 and placing additional orders for new aircraft. The total number of aircraft in the Group’s fleet, including those already ordered and those to be ordered, will be approximately 320 aircraft in FY2030, with approximately 120 Boeing 787 series aircraft. As a result, the ratio of fuel-efficient aircraft will increase to 91%, contributing to environmental measures.

For ANA-branded international routes, in anticipation of strong Asia-North America demand and the re-expansion of Narita International Airport, ANAHD will order 18 Boeing 787-9 aircraft (with GE engines). We will build a foundation for sustainable growth by aggressively introducing new aircraft to international routes, which is the growth area of our business. Compared to FY2023, available seat kilometers (ASK) on international routes is expected to increase by approximately 1.5 times in FY2030.

For ANA-branded domestic routes, in order to adapt to future changes in the business environment, ANAHD will order 20, 100-seat class Embraer E190-E2 aircraft (15 confirmed orders and 5 options) for the first time in Japan. By introducing the latest engines and technologies, ANA-brand will achieve low fuel consumption and noise emissions, and will also reduce operating costs in pursuit of a flexible supply-demand balance on domestic routes over the medium to long term. This aircraft is scheduled to be introduced in FY2028.
In addition to the above, ANAHD will place an order for 14 additional Airbus A321neo aircraft and 12 Boeing 737-8 aircraft (8 confirmed orders and 4 options) to update the current fleets.

Peach will update some of its current fleet with 10 Airbus A321neo aircraft and 3 Airbus A321XLR aircraft, which has superior fuel efficiency and long flight range, to support further growth of the ANA Group.

Apart from the above, ANAHD has also finalized options for 5 Boeing 787-9 aircraft, announced on February 25, 2020, and 10 Boeing 737-8 aircraft, announced on January 29, 2019.

With this aircraft order, ANA Group will promote both the expansion of its international operations and the optimization of supply and demand for domestic flights. We will strive to enhance corporate value by maintaining safety as the foundation of management, improving quality and service from the customer’s perspective, and enhance profitability while being conscious of the capital cost to meet the expectations of our shareholders.

Koji Shibata, President and CEO of ANA Holdings comment:
This order will be the catalyst for improving the profitability of domestic flights and the expansion of international flights which is an area of future growth of our airline business. We will fully utilize this opportunity in order to become an industry-leading airline with sustainable growth.

Correspondent post courtesy of Álvaro Romero: The Ultra Low-Cost Carrier JetSMART Argentina officially presented its first (of three) Airbus A321neo, yesterday February 20 in a ceremony at Aeroparque Jorge Newbery, Buenos Aires. It is also the first A321neo to be operated by an Argentina-based airline.

According to JetSMART, the A321neo will allow the company to increase in 86% the availability of domestic flight seats and in 13% on the international operations. According to Estuardo Ortiz (CEO of the airline) “in the last six months we increased our local fleet -Argentina- in 65% and that is just the beginning of our planning for this year” 

The plane (Airbus A321-271NX) is registered CC-AWW (c/n 11209) and named Delfin Mular (hence the dolphin decoration in its tail). It was registered in Chile in March 2023. It has 240 seats that are covered with the environmentally friendly Eleather, which reduces fuel consumption by US$10,000 per year. 

Brand new bars, bespoke furniture, focus pods, improved menus and local artwork all feature as part of British Airways’ global lounge refresh programme, which has so far been completed in Singapore, Lagos, Washington, and London Gatwick in 2024, in addition to Edinburgh, London Heathrow Terminal 5B and Heathrow Terminal 3 in 2023
Its new-look lounge in Seattle has become the latest to reopen after an extensive refurbishment, coinciding with 45 years of flying to the Emerald City
The lounge features a new full-service bar, a re-designed food servery area, a dedicated First dining service and zones that make the most of the 180-degree views of the runway and mountains beyond
The airline is set to make big changes across its lounges this year as part of its £7bn transformation programme including new lounges in Dubai and Miami that will feature the brand-new design concept, as well as a full redevelopment of its Heathrow lounges commencing in 2026
With a network of over 28 lounges in 20 airports, last year the airline served more than one million glasses of Champagne, the most popular dish was the British Original burger, and coffee came out top as customers’ favourite beverage
British Airways’ Seattle lounge has opened its doors following an extensive refurbishment, becoming the latest to offer an improved pre-flight customer experience. It joins Singapore, Washington, Lagos and London Gatwick, which have all been given a new look and feel over the last nine months, following lounge refreshes in Edinburgh, London Heathrow Terminal 5B and Heathrow Terminal 3 in 2023.

The airline’s lounge at Seattle Tacoma International Airport has been designed taking inspiration from the Pacific Northwest whilst also incorporating British design elegance. The lounge now features a completely redesigned food servery area offering a comprehensive range of hot and cold items, a dedicated à la carte dining experience for First customers and work-friendly focus pods. A brand-new full-service bar has also been installed acting as an elegant centrepiece to the lounge and walls are adorned with textile artwork by local artists such as Hannah Mason.

British Airways also recently completed the refresh of its lounge in Singapore, with a brand-new à la carte Concorde Dining area, bespoke British furniture, locally inspired fabrics, and newly designed menus showcasing British Original-inspired dishes. The lounge also features local artwork that celebrates Singapore’s vibrant history and culture, and new ambient lighting, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere for travellers.

British Airways’ Club and First lounges at London Gatwick have also undergone full refreshes, with brand-new bars serving cocktails and beverages, new décor, and furniture, with exciting additions coming soon. The airline’s lounges across London Heathrow Terminal 3 and 5 will be undergoing significant transformational changes commencing in 2026, as part of its global lounge redevelopment programme, with more detail to follow later this year.

British Airways’ Chief Customer Officer, Calum Laming, said: “We announced our £7bn transformation programme last year and promised to improve the customer experience both on the ground and in the air. Across our global network we have 28 lounges in 20 airports that all play a huge part in our customers’ journeys, so we’re committed to offering the very best experience.

“Just like our customers and colleagues, each lounge is unique. Customers can expect to see nods to our British heritage blended seamlessly with features that celebrate the locality of the destination. We’ve worked with local designers, artists, and suppliers across the globe to ensure that each lounge has its own British Original personality – and we can’t wait to unveil more.”

Across the Atlantic, the airline’s lounge at Washington Airport recently opened that includes a complete redesign of the Concorde Dining area which now benefits from the great views and a brand-new à la carte menu. The lounge also has a revamped bar, new soft furnishings and artwork, bringing a significantly refreshed look to the space.

British Airways has more exciting updates to come this year, with the opening of its new lounge at Dubai Airport, debuting the airline’s new design concept with exclusive features including Concorde Dining, a significantly elevated food offering, showers and a full-service bar. British Airways will also be opening a new lounge in Miami later this year, in a brand-new space conveniently located above the departure gates. Lounge refreshes in Boston and Glasgow will also commence later this year.

Last year, the airline served over one million glasses of Champagne in its lounges. The most popular dish served was the British Original burger, and coffee came out top as customers’ favourite beverage. Customers can enjoy the airline’s largest lounge at Heathrow Terminal 5’s South Club lounge, and the best views of the runway can be seen from its London Gatwick First lounge and in Aberdeen.

Cologne/Toulouse, 21 February 2025 – The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has issued the Type Certificate for the Airbus A321XLR powered by Pratt & Whitney GTF™ engines. This follows the certification of the CFM LEAP-1A powered A321XLR in July 2024 and paves the way for the first customer aircraft with Pratt & Whitney engines to enter into service later this year.

Christian Scherer, CEO Commercial Aircraft at Airbus said, “The A321XLR already displays its great versatility crossing the Atlantic in daily operations. With the certification and entry-into-service of the GTF-powered A321XLR we will see more operators introduce this game changing aircraft. It is also good news for our customers’ passengers who will benefit from the convenience of new direct city to city connections with a heightened level of cabin comfort.”

The A321XLR sits side by side with widebodies in an airline’s fleet. It introduces the flexibility to add capacity, to open new routes, or even to continue operating existing ones when demand is variable. This is all while burning 30% less fuel per seat than previous generation competitor aircraft. The A321XLR’s new Airspace cabin will provide passengers long haul comfort in all classes.

The first A321XLR completed its maiden flight in June 2022. This was followed by an extensive test programme involving three test aircraft. In 2024, the A321XLR entered into service. So far more than 500 Airbus A321XLRs have been ordered.

Amsterdam, the Netherlands, 20 February 2025 – Airbus SE (stock exchange symbol: AIR) reported consolidated Full-Year (FY) 2024 financial results and provided guidance for 2025.

CEO Statement

“We achieved strong order intake across all businesses in 2024, with a book-to-bill well above 1, confirming the solid demand for our products and services. We delivered on our 2024 guidance in what was a testing year for Airbus,” said Guillaume Faury, Airbus Chief Executive Officer. “We refocused our efforts on key priorities, notably the production ramp-up and the transformation of Defence and Space. We continue to pursue profitable growth and our decarbonisation ambition. The 2024 financial results and the level of confidence we have in our future performance support our proposal for an increased dividend.”

Order Intake and Backlog

• Commercial Aircraft: Gross orders of 878 (2023: 2,319), with 826 net orders after cancellations (2023: 2,094).
• Order Backlog: 8,658 commercial aircraft at year-end 2024.
• Helicopters: 450 net orders (2023: 393), with a book-to-bill ratio above 1 in units and value.
• Defence & Space: Order intake increased to a record €16.7 billion (2023: €15.7 billion), with a book-to-bill of 1.4. Notable orders included 25 additional Eurofighter jets for Spain.

Financial Performance

• Consolidated Order Intake: €103.5 billion (2023: €186.5 billion).
• Consolidated Order Book: Valued at €629 billion at year-end 2024 (2023: €554 billion).
• Revenue Growth: €69.2 billion, up 6% YoY (2023: €65.4 billion).
  • Commercial Aircraft Deliveries: 766 aircraft (2023: 735).
  • Helicopters Revenue: €7.9 billion, up 8%, with 361 units delivered (2023: 346).
  • Defence & Space Revenue: €12.1 billion, up 5%, driven by Air Power business.
• EBIT Adjusted: €5,354 million (2023: €5,838 million).
• Net Income: €4,232 million (2023: €3,789 million), with reported earnings per share of €5.36 (2023: €4.80).
• Free Cash Flow Before Customer Financing: €4,463 million (2023: €4,532 million).
• Net Cash Position: €11.8 billion at year-end 2024 (2023: €10.7 billion).

Production and Supply Chain Updates

• A320 Family: Ramp-up towards 75 aircraft per month by 2027.
• A330: Stabilized at around rate 4 per month.
• A350 & A220: Facing supply chain challenges with Spirit AeroSystems.
  • A350: Target rate 12 in 2028, with freighter entry-into-service in H2 2027.
  • A220: Target 14 aircraft per month by 2026.

Segment-Specific EBIT Adjusted

• Commercial Aircraft: €5,093 million (2023: €4,818 million).
• Helicopters: €818 million (2023: €735 million).
• Defence & Space: €-566 million (2023: €229 million), impacted by €1.3 billion in Space programme charges.

A400M Programme

• Net charge of €121 million due to updated contract assumptions.
• Continued risk assessment on technical qualification costs and aircraft orders.

Dividend Proposal

The Board of Directors will propose to the 2025 Annual General Meeting (April 15, 2025):

• Dividend of €2.00 per share (2023: €1.80).
• Special dividend of €1.00 per share (2023: €1.00).
• Proposed payment date: 24 April 2025.

2025 Outlook

Assuming no additional disruptions to global trade, supply chains, or air traffic, Airbus targets for 2025:

• Around 820 commercial aircraft deliveries.
• EBIT Adjusted of approximately €7.0 billion.
• Free Cash Flow before Customer Financing of approximately €4.5 billion.

Impact of Spirit AeroSystems Integration

• EBIT Adjusted: Expected to be broadly neutral.
• Free Cash Flow before Customer Financing: Estimated mid triple-digit negative impact.
• Net Cash Position: Expected to remain broadly neutral, with compensation from Spirit AeroSystems offsetting financial impacts.

Airbus remains committed to operational excellence, sustainable aviation, and long-term profitable growth.