Scandinavian carrier SAS has placed a firm order with Airbus for 18 A330-900 aircraft as part of its ongoing fleet renewal strategy. The agreement was signed during a ceremony in Copenhagen by Anko van der Werff, SAS CEO, and Benoît de Saint-Exupéry, Airbus Executive Vice President Sales of the Commercial Aircraft business.
The aircraft will support SAS’ international network expansion, enabling the airline to increase capacity on existing global routes and introduce new routes.
Anko van der Werff said the A330-900 order combines strong economics with improved environmental performance and will play a key role in SAS’ long-term fleet strategy. He added that the aircraft will support an enhanced customer experience, network expansion and greater flexibility and convenience for passengers.
Benoît de Saint-Exupéry said Airbus was proud to see SAS reaffirm its confidence in Airbus as it modernises its fleet. He added that the A330-900 provides efficiency and versatility in its category and that the integration of 18 A330neo aircraft will provide SAS with seat-mile economics and operational synergies with its existing Airbus fleet.
Powered by Rolls-Royce Trent 7000 engines, the A330neo is designed to fly up to 8,100 nautical miles, or 15,000 kilometres, non-stop. The aircraft reduces fuel burn, CO2 emissions and operating costs by 25% compared with previous-generation competitor aircraft.
The A330neo features an Airspace cabin designed to provide passengers and crew with modern in-flight products and a comfortable flying experience.
As with all Airbus aircraft, the A330 family is capable of operating with up to 50% Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF), with Airbus targeting 100% SAF capability by 2030.
At the end of May 2026, the A330 Family had received more than 1,950 orders from 133 customers worldwide.
