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China Eastern Signs $15.8 Billion Deal for 101 Airbus A320neo Jets
China Eastern secured a significant discount on 101 Airbus A320neo jets to modernize its fleet and reduce fuel costs, with deliveries planned from 2028 to 2032.
- On Wednesday, China Eastern Airlines announced a $15.8 billion deal for 101 Airbus A320neo aircraft, with deliveries scheduled between 2028 and 2032 to expand the Shanghai-based carrier's fleet capacity.
- German Chancellor Friedrich Merz signaled the purchase last month during a Beijing visit to boost trade ties, while the airline stated the acquisition is "driven by belief in the future of civil aviation industry."
- Negotiations secured a significant price discount, with the airline noting the actual cost was "more favourable than the pricing secured in the company's previous aircraft purchases from Airbus," though the deal requires "approval by the relevant national departments."
- This agreement marks another success for Airbus amid market uncertainties, as reports earlier this month suggested China might announce a massive order for 500 Boeing 737 Max jets alongside potential widebody purchases.
- The deal follows President Donald Trump delaying a summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping due to the 26-day-old U.S.-Iran conflict, though Beijing maintains trade momentum despite the regional fuel crisis across Asia.
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The European aircraft manufacturer concluded the purchase of 101 aircraft from the A320neo range by China Eastern Airlines, mainly owned by the Chinese State.
The third largest airline in the People's Republic of China is ordering 101 aircraft of the A320 Neo family from Airbus. China Eastern Airlines will also become China's first customer for the A321 XLR. Deliveries are expected to begin in two years' time.
·Berlin, Germany
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China Eastern announces purchase of 101 Airbus A320neo aircraft for $15.8 billion
'The specific delivery schedule may be adjusted based on actual circumstances, subject to mutual agreement between both parties,' according to the Chinese airline’s press release on Wednesday.
·Paris, France
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