Five more Airbus A350-1000s to join Lufthansa’s fleet as part of modernisation strategy
The Lufthansa Group has announced an additional order of five Airbus A350-1000 aircraft, bringing the total number of A350s ordered to 75. This latest acquisition reinforces Lufthansa’s ongoing commitment to fleet modernisation and sustainability, with deliveries scheduled between 2028 and 2030.
For UK-based business travellers, the introduction of more state-of-the-art aircraft by one of Europe’s leading airlines translates to greater comfort, improved efficiency and a reduced environmental footprint on international routes frequently used by corporate clients.
Lufthansa’s expanding A350 fleet will replace older, four-engine models such as the Boeing 747-400 and Airbus A340 series, which are being gradually phased out. The new aircraft consume up to 35% less fuel and produce significantly lower CO₂ emissions, supporting Lufthansa’s goal of halving net CO₂ emissions by 2030 and achieving carbon neutrality by 2050.
Carsten Spohr, Chairman of the Executive Board and CEO of Deutsche Lufthansa AG, highlighted the significance of this order, stating:
Today’s order underscores our great confidence in our long-standing, close and successful partnership with Airbus. With the state-of-the-art A350 long-haul jets, we are accelerating the largest fleet modernisation the Group has done so far. We are investing more than ever before to make air transport more sustainable, to achieve our CO₂ reduction targets and at the same time offer our customers the highest level of comfort with a first-class travel experience.
This latest investment of around two billion US dollars not only enhances Lufthansa’s fleet but also strengthens their competitive edge as one of the largest A350 customers globally. The A350-1000 offers approximately 15% more capacity compared to the A350-900, enhancing the airline’s ability to meet growing demand on high-traffic business routes.
Paul Baker, Sales Director of Global Travel Management, commented on the news:
Lufthansa’s continued investment in cutting-edge aircraft is excellent news for UK-based business travellers. The improved efficiency, lower emissions and enhanced passenger experience align perfectly with the evolving needs of corporate travellers who value sustainability and comfort in their journeys.
To date, Lufthansa has ordered 770 aircraft from Airbus, cementing its status as Airbus’ largest customer worldwide. The upcoming integration of ITA Airways into the Lufthansa Group in January will further expand the fleet by an additional 100 short- and long-haul aircraft.
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