By using this site, you agree to the Privacy Policy and Terms of Use.
Accept
Travel Radar - Aviation NewsTravel Radar - Aviation News
  • Breaking News
  • Aviation
    • Aircraft
    • Airlines
    • Airshow & Events
    • Careers
    • Manufacturing
  • Travel
    • Airports
    • Points & Loyalty
    • Technology
    • Trip Reviews
  • Newsletters
Reading: Vietjet to expand Airbus fleet
Share
Sign In
Notification Show More
Font ResizerAa
Font ResizerAa
Travel Radar - Aviation NewsTravel Radar - Aviation News
  • Breaking News
  • Aviation
    • Aircraft
    • Airlines
    • Airshow & Events
    • Careers
    • Manufacturing
  • Travel
    • Airports
    • Points & Loyalty
    • Technology
    • Trip Reviews
  • Newsletters
Have an existing account? Sign In
Follow US
Copyright © Travel Radar Media Ltd. 2024 | All Rights Reserved
Travel Radar - Aviation News > News > Aviation > Airlines > Vietjet to expand Airbus fleet
AirlinesAirshow & Events

Vietjet to expand Airbus fleet

Mohammad Niayesh
Last updated: 18 June 2025 19:37
By Mohammad Niayesh 4 Min Read
Share
Vietjet and Airbus officials sign the MoU at the Paris Air Show 2025
© Vietjet via LinkedIn
SHARE

Vietjet Air, Vietnam’s largest private airline, has undertaken a landmark agreement at the Paris Air Show on June 17 2025. The airline signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Airbus for 100 A321neo aircraft, with an option for 50 more. In line with their growth strategy, this fleet expansion signifies Vietjet’s ambitions in the region, alignment with robust growth in Vietnam, and a commitment to a modernising the operational efficiency of its aircraft.

Summary
Vietjet’s Growth and Strategic ExpansionEconomic Implications & Tariff DynamicsEnvironmental Impact & Sustainability
Vietjet and Airbus officials at the Paris Air Show
© Vietjet via LinkedIn

Vietjet’s Growth and Strategic Expansion

The aviation market in Vietnam has grown by 7.5% annually. Vietjet already owns 100 Airbus aircraft, and the A321neo fleet expansion, coupled with a recent commitment to even more A330neos, supports Vietjet’s ambition to transform Vietnam into a regional aviation hub.

The airline’s Chairwoman, Nguyen Thi Phuong Thao, said:

“This new agreement marks a significant milestone in our strategic partnership with Airbus. These modern and efficient aircraft have been instrumental in Vietjet’s growth, helping us make air travel more accessible and affordable for millions, while strengthening our role as a connector for economic development, cultural exchange and global connectivity. This landmark agreement represents a vital step in Vietjet’s growth strategy as a multi-national aviation group.”

The fleet expansion alognside Vietjet’s growth strategy with affiliates like Thai Vietjet positions the airline well for expansion and integration into the competitive aviation market.

Vietjet Airbus 320
© Long Ethan

Economic Implications & Tariff Dynamics

The agreement, with an estimated value of $9.4 billion per Cirium Ascend estimates, highlights a confidence inline with Vietnam’s booming GDP growth. U.S. tariff pressures on Vietnam, however, do complicate things given the South-East Asian nation’s reliance on exports, now urged to purchase more American goods. U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy’s advocacy for a return to a 1979 zero-tariff agreement signals hope for a tariff-free trade environment, which could ease costs for Vietjet. Additionally, this deal strengthens Airbus’s dominance in Vietnam, where it already supplies 86% of commercial jets, particularly in the wake of Boeing’s subdued presence due to recent safety concerns.

VietJet Air Airbus 320 at Taiwan International Airport (Taipei)
© KCS

Environmental Impact & Sustainability

The A321neo aircraft are fundamental to Vietjet’s efforts into sustainability. It offers a 20% reduction in fuel savings and CO2 emissions compared to prior generations. It also cuts noise by 50% and can operate with 50% Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF), with hopes for 100% SAF by 2030. These improvements enhance the operational efficiency of Vietjet aircraft while committing itself to environmental and sustainability goals within the region and the airline.

Vietjet’s MoU with Airbus for up to 150 A321neo aircraft marks a pivotal step in the growth strategy for the airline. Capitalising on economic success in Vietnam to further sustainability goals and sidestep troublesome international tariffs, the airline’s ambitious trajectory speaks to a confidence and consciousness within the company.

Tell us about your experiences flying with Vietjet Air!

You Might Also Like

The Top 5 Airlines If You Like To Arrive On Time

Jet2.com and Jet2holidays Ranked Number One in UK Customer Survey

Norwegian to Purchase Three Boeing 737-800 Aircraft

Pegasus Airlines Launches New Bristol-Istanbul Service

2025 summer hot spots you may overlooked, unfolded by Emirates’ analysis

Share This Article
Facebook Twitter Email Copy Link
What’s your thoughts?
Love0
Sad0
Happy0
Angry0
Mohammad Niayesh
By Mohammad Niayesh
Aviation Reporter - A little about me coming soon!
Previous Article wizz air aircraft Wizz Air and Pratt & Whitney Strengthen Partnership
Next Article Red helicopter flying above the mountains and white clouds on a blue sky Heli Treks to Annapurna Base Camp: Luxury, Speed, and Safety in the Sky
Leave a comment
Subscribe
Login
Notify of
guest
guest
0 Comments
Oldest
Newest Upvoted
Inline Feedbacks
View all comments

Stay Connected

FacebookLike
TwitterFollow
InstagramFollow
YoutubeSubscribe

Trending News

Boeing delivers 60 commercial aircraft in June 2025 while Airbus aircraft deliveries stand at 63 for the month
Airbus Delivered 63 Aircraft While Boeing Delivered 60 in June 2025
Aircraft Aviation Manufacturing
Exterior view of Il Caravaggio International Airport (Bergamo Orio al Serio Airport) with parked cars and passengers entering the terminal on a cloudy day.
Man Dies at Milan Airport After Being Sucked into a Plane’s Engine
Airports Aviation Breaking News Incidents & Accidents
Inside a plane
Window vs Aisle : The Traveller’s Dilemma
Aviation Travel
Air India Plane crash
AAIB submits preliminary report on Air India AI‑171 crash
Aircraft Airlines Aviation Incidents & Accidents
Cathay Group Chief Executive Officer Ronald Lam (fifth from left), Cathay Director Chinese Mainland Arnold Cheng (fifth from right), Cathay Director Digital and IT Lawrence Fong (fourth from left), Cathay General Manager Chinese Mainland Commercial and Operations Martin Xu (fourth from right), Cathay General Manager IT Solutions Annie Ling (third from right), Cathay General Manager IT Infrastructure and Security Rajeev Nair (second from right), Cathay General Manager Digital Ventures Navin Chellaram (third from left) and Cathay General Manager Digital Aldric Chau (second from left) marked the opening of Cathay's new Shenzhen IT office with a ribbon-cutting ceremony.
Cathay opens a new IT office in Shenzhen
Airline Economics Airlines Airshow & Events Aviation
//

Travel Radar is the leading digital hub for all things aviation and air-travel. Discover our latest aviation news, aviation data, insight and analysis.

Discover

  • About Us
  • Contact Us
  • Careers
  • Press & PR
  • Privacy & Legal

Our Content

  • News
  • Data
  • Images
  • Jobs
  • Subscribe

Sign Up for Our Newsletter

Subscribe to our newsletter to get our newest articles instantly!

Click here to Signup!

© Travel Radar Media Ltd. 2015-2025 | ISSN #2635-0696 | Trademark #UK00003579704
wpDiscuz
adbanner
AdBlock Detected
Ads help us bring you high-quality, independent journalism for free. Support us by whitelisting us from your ad blocker.
Okay, I'll Whitelist
Welcome to the TR Community!

Sign in to your account

Register Lost your password?