‍HANOI — Vietjet (VJ) has placed a new order with Airbus for 20 widebody A330-900 aircraft to support strategic expansion over the next decade.

Its solid orders for the A330neo have doubled to 40 aircraft under the new arrangement with Vietjet. The airline is also ordering 96 single-aisle A320neo Family aircraft. Currently, Vietjet's fleet consists entirely of Airbus aircraft, comprising seven A330-300s and 115 single-aisle A320 Family aircraft.

Airbus International President Wouter van Wersch and Vietjet Chairwoman Nguyen Thi Phuong Thao inked the deal in Hanoi. During the French President's official visit to Vietnam, documents were exchanged in the presence of Vietnamese President Nguyen Xuan Phuc and French President Emmanuel Macron.

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 introduce new long-haul services to Europe in the future.

Comments from VietJet, Airbus Executives

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 around the world.”

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.”

VietJet operates its A330-300 aircraft to provide international flights to Kazakhstan, India, and Australia.