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Malaysia Airlines’ parent company Malaysia Aviation Group (MAG) placed a firm order with Airbus for an additional 20 A330-900 aircraft. 

This new order will double Malaysia Airlines’ future A330neo fleet to 40 aircraft.

The announcement was made during the official visit of Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim  to France over the weekend.

According to MAG group managing director Izham Ismail: “The A330neo continues to deliver the right balance of operational efficiency, range, and cabin comfort to support our 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.”

Ismail explained that the additional order likewise reinforces MAG’s long-term vision of building a future-ready fleet that supports sustainable growth, delivers consistent value to its passengers, and strengthens its competitiveness in key markets.

For his part, Airbus executive vice-president of sales for commercial aircraft Benoit de Saint-Exupéry declared: We are proud to further strengthen our relationship with Malaysia Aviation Group 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.”

An exceptional choice

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.

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 percent Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF), with a target to increase to up to 100 percent SAF capability by 2030.

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