Biman Bangladesh Airlines places firm order for A321neo, A350 aircraft

Airbus has announced a firm order by Biman Bangladesh Airlines for 10 new Airbus aircraft. The airline will introduce for the first time the A321neo and the A350 to its fleet.

The national flag carrier of Bangladesh will take on 4 widebody A350-900 and 6 narrowbody A321neo aircraft which will be part of its fleet modernization strategy and growth ambitions. From its hub at Dhaka, the aircraft will be used to serve routes to North America, and key destinations in Europe and the Middle East.

“Bangladesh is a dynamic nation of 200 million people, backed by a resilient economy and a rapidly growing travel market,” Rumee A. Hossain, Chairman, Board of Directors, Biman Bangladesh Airlines. “We are uniquely supported by a deeply connected global diaspora of 15 million people. In this context, our planned fleet expansion represents a measured and reasonable ambition.”

"This order marks a significant milestone in our partnership with Biman Bangladesh Airlines, as it embarks on this important phase of fleet modernisation. Together, the A350 and A321neo form the perfect fleet strategy for Biman as it spreads its wings to new international destinations, catering to the growing demand across its network,” said Benoît de Saint-Exupéry, EVP Sales of the Airbus Commercial Aircraft business. “Airbus’s aircraft will provide the airline with the efficiency, range and versatility needed to connect Bangladesh to key markets across the globe, while delivering an exceptional experience to its passengers.”

Biman Bangladesh Airlines currently operates a fleet of 19 aircraft, including Boeing 737-800s, 787 Dreamliners (787-8/9), and 777-300ERs. The new Airbus order will add to previously announced aircraft orders for a total of 25 Boeing aircraft, including 787s and 737 MAX.