Ethiopian Airlines, Africa’s largest carrier and one of the world’s fastest-growing airline brands, has placed a firm order for six additional Airbus A350-900 aircraft, further consolidating its position as the continent’s biggest A350 operator.
The agreement was finalised at the Dubai Airshow and signed by Mr. Mesfin Tasew, Group CEO of Ethiopian Airlines, and Benoît de Saint-Exupéry, Airbus Executive Vice President, Sales for the Commercial Aircraft division.
Speaking at the signing, Tasew expressed confidence in the continued partnership between Ethiopian Airlines and Airbus.
“We are delighted to expand our Airbus fleet with this order and strengthen our partnership with the Airbus company. As the continent’s leading airline and the largest operator of the A350, this milestone order further supports our vision to grow sustainably while providing a world-class travel experience and reinforcing our position as Africa’s aviation leader”.
Benoît de Saint-Exupéry also reaffirmed Airbus’ commitment to supporting the airline’s growth ambitions.
“We are proud to further deepen our partnership with Ethiopian Airlines, a long-standing Airbus customer and a benchmark for aviation excellence in Africa.
“The A350’s state-of-the-art technology, efficiency and versatility will bring even greater value to Ethiopian’s operations”.
The Airbus A350-900 offers 25 per cent lower fuel burn and CO₂ emissions than previous-generation aircraft, and is widely recognized for its quiet cabin, advanced aerodynamics, and superior passenger comfort.
Ethiopian Airlines’ latest order aligns with its long-term fleet strategy focused on modern, fuel-efficient, and environmentally responsible aircraft as the carrier continues to expand its global network.