Aviation

Total Aircraft order at Singapore Airshow 2024

The Singapore Airshow 2024 has emerged as a pivotal event in the aviation industry, marked by a flurry of groundbreaking agreements and strategic partnerships. Among the highlights of this year’s event are the remarkable orders placed by prominent airlines and manufacturers, heralding a new era of growth and advancement in commercial aviation.

Boeing, Airbus, and COMAC, among others, have unveiled substantial orders, underscoring the confidence in their cutting-edge aircraft offerings. These orders not only signify a significant investment in the future of air travel but also reflect the evolving dynamics of the global aviation market. Let us delve into the details of the notable orders announced at the Singapore Airshow 2024, encompassing a diverse range of aircraft types and strategic objectives.

Total Airbus Orders: A330neo-23, A350F-5

Vietjet emerged as a key player at the Singapore Airshow with its substantial order of 20 A330neo widebody aircraft. This strategic move underscores Vietjet’s commitment to expanding its fleet and enhancing its network capabilities.

STARLUX Elevates Cargo Fleet: STARLUX Airlines, representing Taiwan on the global stage, made a significant investment in Airbus aircraft, with a firm order for five state-of-the-art A350F freighters and three additional A330neo widebody aircraft. This strategic move aligns with STARLUX Airlines’ vision of modernizing its fleet and expanding its operational capabilities to meet evolving market demands.

Total Boeing Orders: 787 Dreamliners: 49

Boeing Expands Dreamliner Fleet: Boeing, in a monumental move, joins forces with Thai Airways and Royal Brunei Airlines to unveil orders for a total of 49 787 Dreamliners, underscoring a shared vision for fleet expansion and network growth. Thai Airways commits to 45 Dreamliners, while Royal Brunei Airlines secures four, affirming the Dreamliner’s unparalleled capabilities and market appeal.

Total COMAC Orders: C919: 40, ARJ21:16

Tibet Airlines committed to acquiring 40 units of the C919 plateau variant and 10 units of the ARJ21 plateau variant, demonstrating confidence in COMAC’s innovative aircraft solutions.

Additionally, the collaboration between COMAC and the Henan Civil Aviation Development & Investment Group resulted in a separate agreement for six specialized aircraft derived from the ARJ21 platform. These variants, tailored for firefighting, medical services, and emergency management, reflect a strategic partnership aimed at enhancing aviation capabilities and addressing diverse operational needs.

As a key platform for meetings and collaborations, Singapore Airshow also saw several major
announcements made during the four trade days, including several focused on meeting
decarbonization targets. Airbus showcased its commitment to carbon neutrality by 2050,
advocating for accelerated progress in sustainable aviation fuel production and unveiling plans in an agreement with TotalEnergies, which will supply Airbus with SAF (sustainable aviation fuel) for more than half of its needs in Europe. Airbus also announced plans for a hydrogen-powered aircraft slated for operational debut by 2035.

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Boeing, Antonov to Collaborate on Defense Projects

– MOU represents Boeing’s commitment to work with Ukrainian industry

– Includes exploring opportunities for collaborating on in-country support of Unmanned Aerial Systems

A Memorandum of Understanding was signed today by Boeing and Antonov Company to investigate potential collaboration on defense-related projects.

“We’re happy to keep collaborating with the Antonov Company to help Ukraine’s economic development and expansion,” stated Ted Colbert, CEO and president of Boeing Defence, Space, & Security.

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“This agreement demonstrates our ongoing efforts to find more opportunities to work with Ukrainian industry, which was underscored by our signing of the Ukrainian Defence Industry Compact earlier this year.”

The areas of potential collaboration identified in the agreement consist of training, logistical support and overhaul services for tactical Unmanned Aerial Systems utilized by the Ukrainian Armed Forces, which includes the ScanEagle. In addition, the companies will also explore opportunities for Antonov to provide engineering support to Boeing.

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“A strong, innovative, and efficient defense industry is key to sustainable economic development and national security, and we are extremely excited to collaborate with Boeing,” said Ievhen Gavrylov, CEO of Antonov Company.

This agreement brings a whole new level of opportunity to implement the latest and most effective solutions – in addition to the possibility of future projects with Boeing in the aerospace and defense industry.”