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Airbus Extends China Winning Streak With US$21.4 Billion Aircraft Order

By Rebecca Hsu on April 30, 2026 12:23 pm |

Asia Market and Asia News

Beijing, 30 April 2026 – Airbus has secured another major win in China’s aviation market after China Southern Airlines and its subsidiary Xiamen Airlines agreed to buy 137 A320neo family aircraft in a deal worth about US$21.4 billion at catalogue prices.

The order strengthens Airbus’ momentum in one of the world’s most important aviation markets and highlights China’s continued demand for fuel-efficient narrow-body aircraft as domestic and regional travel recover. Under the agreement, China Southern will purchase 102 A320neo series aircraft, while Xiamen Airlines will acquire 35 jets. Deliveries to China Southern are scheduled from 2028 to 2032, while Xiamen Airlines will receive its aircraft between 2029 and 2032.

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  • Rebecca Hsu is a Senior Economist and Lead Analyst for The Ledger Asia, focusing on the rapidly evolving financial landscapes of East and Southeast Asia. With a background in sovereign risk assessment and emerging market trends, Rebecca provides sharp commentary on trade dynamics, monetary policy, and the digital economy's impact on regional growth.

    Formerly a strategic advisor for major financial institutions in Hong Kong, she excels at translating complex macroeconomic shifts into actionable insights for investors and policymakers. Her work at The Ledger Asia centers on China’s economic transition and the burgeoning manufacturing hubs of ASEAN, ensuring readers stay ahead of Asia’s shifting financial tides.

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