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Cathay Pacific Adds Eight A330s To Airbus Fleet

Carrier Is Largest A330 Operator In World

Hong Kong-based Cathay Pacific Airways recently signed a contract for eight A330-300 aircraft. The new aircraft, powered by Rolls Royce Trent 700 engines, are scheduled for delivery before the end of 2012.

Together with sister airline Dragonair, Cathay Pacific is currently the largest operator of A330 aircraft in the world with a fleet of 45 A330-300s now in service across its combined international route network. Together with three leased A330-300s scheduled for delivery in 2008, this latest order will bring the airlines' combined A330-300 fleet to a total of 56 by 2012.

The airline operates its A330 fleet on regional and medium-haul routes such as between Hong Kong and Sydney, Delhi, Tokyo and Beijing.

"This is another significant development for the Cathay Pacific Group as we continue expanding our regional and long-haul fleets to further strengthen Hong Kong's position as a leading international aviation hub," said Cathay Pacific Chief Executive Tony Tyler. "The A330 is the most efficient aircraft for our regional and medium-haul fleet and we are delighted that with this order our fleet will grow to more than 50 such aircraft. These new aircraft will be deployed by both Cathay Pacific and Dragonair as our regional and Mainland networks continue to grow."

"To receive a repeat order from one of the world's most prestigious airlines is an endorsement of the popularity of the A330," said Airbus Chief Operating Officer, Customers John Leahy. "Cathay Pacific's decision is a clear affirmation of the aircraft's benefits and its suitability for traffic growth across the dynamic Asia Pacific region."

FMI: www.airbus.com, www.cathaypacific.com

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