SMBC follows Boeing deal with order for 100 Airbus jets

SMBC Aviation Capital has significantly expanded its aircraft portfolio with a new order of 100 Airbus A320neo-family jets. This substantial purchase includes sixty-five A321neos and thirty-five A320neos, bolstering the company’s strategy of maintaining a diversified narrow-body fleet. The finalisation of this order occurred at the Farnborough International Airshow, as confirmed by SMBC CEO Peter Barrett. Deliveries are scheduled to commence throughout the mid-2030s, representing a considerable investment in future growth. Following an earlier agreement for one hundred Boeing 737 aircraft, this latest move further solidifies SMBC's commitment to a balanced aviation approach.