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Borneo Post
05-07-2025
- Business
- Borneo Post
Malaysia Airlines doubles A330neo fleet with order for 20 more aircraft
A Malaysia Airlines A330-900 prepares for takeoff in this file photo. Photo by © Airbus SAS 2024 KUCHING (July 5): Malaysia Aviation Group (MAG), the parent company of Malaysia Airlines, has placed an order for 20 additional Airbus A330-900 aircraft, effectively doubling the airline's future A330neo fleet to 40 aircraft. The announcement was made today following Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim's official visit to France. MAG first selected the A330neo in 2022 under its widebody fleet renewal programme, with a commitment for 20 aircraft, of which four have now been delivered. Featuring an all-new premium cabin layout, the aircraft are already operating on services from Kuala Lumpur to Melbourne, Auckland and Bali. MAG Group Managing Director Datuk Captain Izham Ismail said the A330neo continues to deliver the right balance of operational efficiency, range and cabin comfort to support the Group's network and growth strategy. 'With its enhanced fuel efficiency and flexibility across both regional and long-haul routes, the aircraft is a strong fit for our evolving market needs. 'It also allows us to offer a product that aligns with our premium positioning – streamlined, modern and designed around passenger comfort and expectations. 'This additional order reinforces our long-term vision of building a future-ready fleet that supports sustainable growth, delivers consistent value to our passengers and strengthens our competitiveness in key markets,' he added. Meanwhile, Airbus EVP Sales of the Commercial Aircraft business, Benoît de Saint-Exupéry said: 'We are proud to further strengthen our relationship with MAG as it expands its A330neo fleet.' 'This repeat order is a strong endorsement of the A330neo's exceptional performance, fuel efficiency, versatility and passenger comfort as well as a testament to the aircraft's popularity among the world's premium airlines.' Powered by the latest generation Rolls-Royce Trent 7000 engines, the A330-900 is capable of flying 7,200 nm / 13,300 km non-stop. The A330neo features the award-winning Airspace cabin, which offers passengers a unique experience, high level of comfort, ambience and design. This includes more individual space, enlarged overhead bins, a new lighting system and access to the latest in-flight entertainment and connectivity systems. At the end of May 2025, the A330 Family had won over 1,800 firm orders from more than 130 customers worldwide. As with all in-production Airbus aircraft, the A330neo is able to operate with up to 50 per cent Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF), with a target to increase to up to 100 per cent SAF capability by 2030. Airbus aircraft anwar ibrahim lead Malaysia Aviation Group
Wales Online
26-05-2025
- Business
- Wales Online
Airbus secures new £5.5bn deal for widebody planes
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info Airbus has secured a major new deal for one of its widebody planes. Vietjet, Vietnam's largest private airline, has placed a new order with Airbus for 20 A330-900 aircraft to support strategic expansion over the next decade. It is worth around £5.5bn at list prices. This long-term order will support Vietjet's ongoing international network expansion, enabling the airline to increase flights on high capacity routes across the Asia-Pacific region, as well as to introduce new future long haul services to Europe. Wings for the planes will be made at Airbus Broughton. Vietjet Chairwoman Nguyen Thi Phuong Thao said: 'Modern Airbus aircraft, with the latest levels of efficiency and lower fuel consumption, have accompanied Vietjet's growth and will continue to support our global flight network expansion. Vietjet remains dedicated to delivering greater connectivity and sustainable air travel for millions of passengers and around the world.' The new contract with Vietjet doubles its firm orders for the A330neo to 40 aircraft. In addition, the carrier has 96 A320neo Family single aisle aircraft on order. Vietjet currently operates an all-Airbus fleet comprising 115 single aisle A320 Family aircraft and seven A330-300s. Benoît de Saint-Exupéry, EVP Sales Commercial Aircraft at Airbus said: 'Vietjet has established itself as one of the fastest-growing airlines in the world, bringing low fares with warm Vietnamese hospitality. We are proud that the carrier has selected the A330neo as its widebody aircraft of choice to build on its success, and we look forward to continuing our partnership as Vietjet expands its reach.' Powered by the latest generation Rolls-Royce Trent 7000 engines, the A330-900 is capable of flying 7,200 nm / 13,300 km non-stop. Sign up for the North Wales Live newsletter sent twice daily to your inbox
Economic Times
26-05-2025
- Politics
- Economic Times
Emmanuel Macron tries to keep cool but this one reaction exposed his anger over the viral face shove
French President Macron and his wife Brigitte were seen in a tense moment on video before landing in Vietnam. Brigitte pushed his face, sparking debate. Macron says it was a joke, but experts aren't sure. The clip went viral just as Macron began his Asia tour. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads FAQs Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads French President Emmanuel Macron and his wife Brigitte Macron were caught on video during a moment that shocked many. In the video, Brigitte suddenly shoves Macron's face with both hands while they were in their plane, just before arriving in Vietnam on Sunday looked startled, then quickly waved to people outside the plane. Brigitte stayed inside the plane, so we couldn't see her face or reaction clearly. While they walked the stairs, Macron extended his arm to Brigitte, but she didn't accept it at first. Moments later, Macron was seen holding one fist James said this didn't look like a couple joking. She said, 'This wasn't playful. A hard face push that makes someone lose balance isn't funny.' She also said, there was no laughter or smiles after the push, which you'd expect if it were just teasing. Macron touched his own face afterwards, she said it looked like he was checking if he was Macron had done the same thing to Brigitte, people would not have called it a joke, she added. French officials first claimed the video was fake, then confirmed it was real. Macron said, 'I was joking with my wife, it's nothing.'A senior official from the Elysee Palace said they were 'just relaxing and laughing before the trip.' A close associate of Macron called it a harmless 'squabble.' After the incident went viral, Macron's team scrambled to control the even blamed pro-Russian social media accounts for spreading the video and twisting it. Macron warned people are twisting content and said "crackpots" are spreading false stories about him. French officials quickly said the object was just a tissue, not is in Vietnam, the first French president to visit in nearly 10 years. He wants to increase France's influence in its former colony. Vietnam's economy depends on exports and it's trying to buy more US goods to avoid high tariffs. But Europe is worried that Vietnam's shift to the US may hurt EU is on a week-long tour of Southeast Asia, will visit Vietnam, Indonesia, and Singapore. He wants France to be seen as a better partner than China or the US in Asia. According to reports, Macron said we need a world order based on law, not just power and also signed more than a dozen deals on defense, nuclear energy, and big deal was between VietJet and Airbus to buy 20 A330-900 planes. Macron visited a war memorial to honor Vietnamese who fought against French colonial rule. Macron also went to Temple of Literature, an 11 th century marvel and also met To Lam, leader of the Communist Party in promised to help Vietnam with clean energy, rail projects, and critical minerals. From coal to nuclear and renewable energy is what France wants for Vietnam. Macron also said France would defend international maritime law, citing their carrier strike group in the South China and Vietnam have a strong and close partnership. This is Vietnam's top-level friendship, which it also shares with countries like Russia, China, and the US. Macron and Brigitte will go to the UK in July for a state visit hosted by King Charles and Queen Camilla. Experts say the couple's body language will be watched closely now after this viral incident.Q1. Why did Brigitte push Macron's face?Macron says they were just joking, but some experts think it was serious.Q2. Where was Macron going when the video happened?He was landing in Vietnam at the start of a tour in Southeast Asia.
Time of India
26-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Emmanuel Macron tries to keep cool but this one reaction exposed his anger over the viral face shove
French President Macron and his wife Brigitte were seen in a tense moment on video before landing in Vietnam. Brigitte pushed his face, sparking debate. Macron says it was a joke, but experts aren't sure. The clip went viral just as Macron began his Asia tour. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads FAQs Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads French President Emmanuel Macron and his wife Brigitte Macron were caught on video during a moment that shocked many. In the video, Brigitte suddenly shoves Macron's face with both hands while they were in their plane, just before arriving in Vietnam on Sunday looked startled, then quickly waved to people outside the plane. Brigitte stayed inside the plane, so we couldn't see her face or reaction clearly. While they walked the stairs, Macron extended his arm to Brigitte, but she didn't accept it at first. Moments later, Macron was seen holding one fist James said this didn't look like a couple joking. She said, 'This wasn't playful. A hard face push that makes someone lose balance isn't funny.' She also said, there was no laughter or smiles after the push, which you'd expect if it were just teasing. Macron touched his own face afterwards, she said it looked like he was checking if he was Macron had done the same thing to Brigitte, people would not have called it a joke, she added. French officials first claimed the video was fake, then confirmed it was real. Macron said, 'I was joking with my wife, it's nothing.'A senior official from the Elysee Palace said they were 'just relaxing and laughing before the trip.' A close associate of Macron called it a harmless 'squabble.' After the incident went viral, Macron's team scrambled to control the even blamed pro-Russian social media accounts for spreading the video and twisting it. Macron warned people are twisting content and said "crackpots" are spreading false stories about him. French officials quickly said the object was just a tissue, not is in Vietnam, the first French president to visit in nearly 10 years. He wants to increase France's influence in its former colony. Vietnam's economy depends on exports and it's trying to buy more US goods to avoid high tariffs. But Europe is worried that Vietnam's shift to the US may hurt EU is on a week-long tour of Southeast Asia, will visit Vietnam, Indonesia, and Singapore. He wants France to be seen as a better partner than China or the US in Asia. According to reports, Macron said we need a world order based on law, not just power and also signed more than a dozen deals on defense, nuclear energy, and big deal was between VietJet and Airbus to buy 20 A330-900 planes. Macron visited a war memorial to honor Vietnamese who fought against French colonial rule. Macron also went to Temple of Literature, an 11 th century marvel and also met To Lam, leader of the Communist Party in promised to help Vietnam with clean energy, rail projects, and critical minerals. From coal to nuclear and renewable energy is what France wants for Vietnam. Macron also said France would defend international maritime law, citing their carrier strike group in the South China and Vietnam have a strong and close partnership. This is Vietnam's top-level friendship, which it also shares with countries like Russia, China, and the US. Macron and Brigitte will go to the UK in July for a state visit hosted by King Charles and Queen Camilla. Experts say the couple's body language will be watched closely now after this viral incident.Q1. Why did Brigitte push Macron's face?Macron says they were just joking, but some experts think it was serious.Q2. Where was Macron going when the video happened?He was landing in Vietnam at the start of a tour in Southeast Asia.
Leader Live
26-05-2025
- Business
- Leader Live
Broughton: Airbus secure £5.5b deal for widebody planes
Vietjet has placed an order with Airbus for 20 widebody A330-900 aircraft to support strategic expansion over the next decade. The agreement was signed in Hanoi by Vietjet Chairwoman Nguyen Thi Phuong Thao and Wouter van Wersch, President Airbus International. The documents were exchanged in the presence of French President Emmanuel Macron and Vietnamese President Luong Cuong, during an official visit to the country by the French Head of State. The wings for the planes are expected to be made at Airbus' North Wales site in Broughton. This long-term order will support Vietjet's ongoing international network expansion, enabling the airline to increase flights on high capacity routes across the Asia-Pacific region, as well as to introduce new future long haul services to Europe. Vietjet Chairwoman Nguyen Thi Phuong Thao said: 'Modern Airbus aircraft, with the latest levels of efficiency and lower fuel consumption, have accompanied Vietjet's growth and will continue to support our global flight network expansion. "Vietjet remains dedicated to delivering greater connectivity and sustainable air travel for millions of passengers and around the world.' TOP STORIES TODAY Benoît de Saint-Exupéry, EVP Sales Commercial Aircraft at Airbus said: 'Vietjet has established itself as one of the fastest-growing airlines in the world, bringing low fares with warm Vietnamese hospitality. We are proud that the carrier has selected the A330neo as its widebody aircraft of choice to build on its success, and we look forward to continuing our partnership as Vietjet expands its reach.' The new contract with Vietjet doubles its firm orders for the A330neo to 40 aircraft. In addition, the carrier has 96 A320neo Family single aisle aircraft on order. Vietjet currently operates an all-Airbus fleet comprising 115 single aisle A320 Family aircraft and seven A330-300s. Vietjet currently operates international services to Australia, India and Kazakhstan with its A330-300s, offering passengers enhanced comfort and greater choice, including in Business Class. The A330 fleet will continue to play a key role as Vietjet expands to more distant destinations, meeting the evolving travel needs of passengers at home and around the world.
