Keywords: Aviation industry


Aviation leaders warn of supply chain strains and geopolitical risks

Aviation industry leaders gathered at the Changi Aviation Summit in Singapore raised alarms over persistent supply chain disruptions and escalating geopolitical tensions that threaten the sector's ability to meet surging global demand. Speaking ahead of Asia's largest airshow, Willie Walsh, director......

Air China seals multibillion dollar Airbus deal as Chinese carriers expand fleets

Air China said it and a subsidiary have signed an agreement with Airbus to purchase 60 A320neo aircraft, a deal valued at about 9.5 billion dollars at catalogue prices. The aircraft are scheduled for delivery in batches between 2028 and 2032, according to a filing with the Shanghai Stock Exchange, marking......

Moroccan consortium secures $1.29 billion contract for Mohammed V airport expansion

Morocco’s leading construction firms, SGTM and TGCC, have been awarded a landmark MAD 12.87 billion ($1.29 billion) contract to construct the new terminal at Casablanca’s Mohammed V Airport. The ambitious project, part of the kingdom’s long-term “Airports 2030” strategy,......

Iberia to expand routes to US and Canada with major fleet upgrade

Spanish airline Iberia has unveiled plans to expand its long-haul fleet from 45 to 70 aircraft, enabling the carrier to increase flight frequencies and introduce new routes across North and South America. The announcement marks a significant step in Iberia’s strategy to strengthen Madrid's......

Royal Air Maroc nears major Boeing deal with Airbus entry after 25 years

Royal Air Maroc (RAM) is preparing to modernize and expand its fleet through a substantial deal with Boeing and a smaller order with Airbus, marking a transformative step for Morocco's national carrier. Boeing leads negotiations; Airbus returns after decades According to industry sources cited......

Morocco set to host global civil aviation summit in 2026

Morocco has been selected to host the 5th Global Implementation Support Symposium (GISS) for civil aviation in Marrakech in April 2026, as announced at the closing ceremony of the 4th edition in Abu Dhabi. The event, organized by the UAE General Civil Aviation Authority and the International Civil Aviation......

RAM Expands Reach, Establishes Direct Route Between Casablanca and Nigeria's Capital

Royal Air Maroc (RAM), Morocco's national carrier, has unveiled an ambitious plan to strengthen its ties with Nigeria, Africa's most populous nation. The airline has announced the launch of a direct air link between Casablanca and Abuja, the Nigerian capital, set to commence on June 23, 2024. In......

Soaring High: Saudia's Ascent as a Premier Airline Brand

In the ever-competitive realm of commercial aviation, Saudia, the national airline of Saudi Arabia, has firmly established itself as one of the fastest-growing airline brands on the global stage, according to Brand Finance's annual report on the top 50 airline brands. Saudia's brand value has......