AEGEAN, Greece's largest airline, has announced an expanded order with Airbus for an additional eight A321neo aircraft. This move reinforces the airline's commitment to growth, allowing it to further develop its network and support its ambitious expansion strategy.
With this latest order, AEGEAN's total direct orderbook with Airbus now stands at 60 A320neo-family aircraft, of which 37 have already been delivered. The airline's decision to increase its investment reflects its confidence in the future of air travel and its dedication to providing a superior passenger experience.
Dimitris Gerogiannis, Chief Executive Officer of AEGEAN, highlighted the strategic importance of this order, stating: “The expansion of our investment plan with the additional order of eight Airbus A321neo aircraft is essential for achieving our growth objectives and further enhancing the competitiveness of our operations. It is also clear that we have a strong preference for the larger-capacity and extended-range version offered by the A321neo type, which will soon represent two-thirds of our Airbus fleet.”
The Airbus A321neo is the largest and most advanced member of the A320neo family, offering exceptional range, efficiency and performance. Equipped with new-generation engines and Sharklets, the aircraft delivers more than 20% fuel savings and a significant reduction in CO₂ emissions compared to previous-generation single-aisle aircraft. Additionally, its spacious cabin design ensures a comfortable travel experience for passengers.
As part of Airbus' commitment to sustainability, the A321neo is already capable of operating with up to 50% sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), with the company aiming for full 100% SAF capability by 2030. This aligns with AEGEAN's ongoing efforts to enhance environmental responsibility while continuing to expand its operations.
