Airbus

(IN BRIEF) Leading European carrier easyJet has placed an order with CFM International for CFM LEAP-1A engines to power its fleet of 157 Airbus A320neo family aircraft, including 56 A320neo and 101 A321neo, with deliveries expected to begin in 2029. … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Lufthansa Group has partnered with Viasat and Deutsche Telekom to equip over 150 aircraft with the European Aviation Network (EAN), delivering high-speed in-flight internet access for passengers flying with Lufthansa, SWISS, and Austrian Airlines. EAN combines satellite coverage … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Atos has announced the appointment of Paul Saleh as the new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Group, effective immediately, succeeding Yves Bernaert. The company has also named Jacques-François de Prest as the Group Chief Financial Officer (CFO), … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Taiwanese airline EVA Air has confirmed its order for 18 long-range A350-1000s and 15 single-aisle A321neo aircraft from Airbus. This decision marks EVA Air as the latest global airline to choose the A350-1000 for its long-haul operations and … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Thales, a global leader in the Defense & Security, Aeronautics & Space, and Digital Identity & Security sectors, has named Christoph Ruffner as the new CEO & Country Director for Thales Germany, effective January 1st, 2024. Christoph Ruffner … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Airbus has celebrated the successful delivery of its inaugural Airbus A321neo from its advanced A320 Family Final Assembly Line (FAL) in Toulouse. This milestone marks the start of the production ramp-up at the new facility, emphasizing Airbus’ commitment … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Airbus SE has provided an update on its share buyback transactions, which are carried out in accordance with Regulation (EU) No 596/2014 of the European Parliament and the Council. These transactions are part of a share buyback program … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) SK Telecom (SKT) and Thales are partnering to implement Post Quantum Cryptography (PQC) on 5G networks, enhancing user identity and privacy protection. This innovative solution, based on 5G standalone networks and 5G SIM technology, encrypts and decrypts subscriber … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) The German Bundeswehr has signed a contract with Airbus Helicopters for the acquisition of up to 82 multi-role H145M helicopters, comprising 62 firm orders and 20 options. This order is not only the largest ever for the H145M … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Japan Airlines (JAL) has taken delivery of its first Airbus A350-1000 aircraft, marking a significant addition to the airline’s international fleet. The A350-1000 will initially operate on the Tokyo Haneda – New York JFK route. JAL’s A350-1000 is … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Airbus SE has reported a series of share buyback transactions as part of its ongoing share buyback program, initiated on November 20, 2023. The purpose of this program is to partially fund Airbus’ Employee Share Ownership Plan (ESOP). … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Airbus has commenced full-scale production of the Galileo Second Generation (G2) satellites at its facility in Friedrichshafen, Germany. The first satellite flight model structure has arrived from Beyond Gravity in Zurich and will undergo final integration and testing … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Hamburg Airport has become the first German member and the 12th overall member of the international “Hydrogen Hub at Airport” network. This network aims to promote the expansion of hydrogen infrastructure in aviation and includes members from airports, … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) In a significant milestone, the NH90 Sea Tiger, destined for the German Navy’s shipborne operations, has completed its inaugural flight at Airbus Helicopters’ Donauwörth site in Germany. This achievement marks a crucial step forward as Airbus Helicopters proceeds … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) The Sustainable Markets Initiative has awarded Orange the 2023 Terra Carta Seal, recognizing the company’s commitment to creating a climate and Nature-positive future. Orange has demonstrated its success in implementing high-impact, large-scale sustainability projects aligned with the Sustainable … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Airbus Helicopters and Lithuanian operator ASU BALTIJA have agreed on a contract for two H125 helicopters at the European Rotors 2023 event. These helicopters represent Airbus’ first sale to a commercial operator in Lithuania and will serve passenger … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Emirates has conducted a pioneering Airbus A380 demonstration flight with one engine powered by Neste’s sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). This milestone demonstrates SAF’s compatibility and potential as a sustainable alternative to traditional jet fuel. The flight, which took … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Michelin’s Bourges site, a key player in the aircraft tire market, has announced a 5-year action plan to enhance its performance. The plan focuses on innovation, efficiency, and addressing organizational challenges posed by recent growth. It involves collaboration … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Airbus is set to renew its fleet of chartered vessels that transport aircraft subassemblies between Europe and the United States. They will be replaced with three modern, low-emission roll-on/roll-off vessels that utilize wind-assisted propulsion. Airbus has partnered with … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Airbus Defence and Space has inked two contracts with France’s Direction générale de l’armement (DGA) and Direction de la Maintenance Aéronautique (DMAé), amounting to a total of €1.2 billion. The contracts pertain to the Capability Enhancement and In-Service … Read the full press release →