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Malaysia aerospace industry association reports membership uptick, points to near-term growth

The Malaysia Aerospace Industry Association says it is seeing an increase in membership, viewing it as a sign of sector momentum. The group expects continued growth in the near term, supported by strong government backing while also factoring in competitive pressure from the region.

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2026-07-22T01:43:04.162614-07:00

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Cathay Group June 2026 traffic and 1H 2026 update: passenger and cargo momentum lifts expected profit

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2026-07-21T21:42:27.447784-07:00

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Biman Bangladesh Airlines plans to lease 10 aircraft by 2027

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2026-07-21T22:25:53.460193-07:00

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Legal battle escalates in Nepal Airlines CEO saga as leadership dispute drags on

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2026-07-21T23:44:23.724718-07:00

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2026-07-22T02:42:58.061658-07:00

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Malaysia aerospace industry association reports membership uptick, points to near-term growth The Malaysia Aerospace Industry Association says it is seeing an increase in membership, viewing it as a sign of sector momentum. The group expects continued growth in the near term, supported by strong government backing while also factoring in competitive pressure from the region.

2026-07-22T01:43:04.162614-07:00

Malaysia aerospace industry association reports membership uptick, points to near-term growth

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Legal battle escalates in Nepal Airlines CEO saga as leadership dispute drags on A legal dispute has surfaced around Nepal Airlines’ CEO leadership saga, with the confrontation continuing to play out as the matter drags on. The case raises immediate uncertainty around top-management continuity and governance for the flag carrier.

2026-07-21T23:44:23.724718-07:00

Legal battle escalates in Nepal Airlines CEO saga as leadership dispute drags on

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Biman Bangladesh Airlines plans to lease 10 aircraft by 2027 Biman Bangladesh Airlines is planning to lease 10 aircraft by 2027, according to ch-aviation. The move signals a fleet strategy centered on leased capacity to support near-term growth or replacement without waiting for new-build deliveries.

2026-07-21T22:25:53.460193-07:00

Biman Bangladesh Airlines plans to lease 10 aircraft by 2027

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Lockheed targets India MTA next phase with C-130J offer as it cites “upwards of 500” addressable market Lockheed Martin says there is no clear end in sight for production of the C-130J-family airlifter, pointing to an addressable market of “upwards of 500” aircraft in the class. The company is positioning its bid to move into the next phase of India’s MTA contest with the C-130J offer.

2026-07-21T21:42:46.615769-07:00

Lockheed targets India MTA next phase with C-130J offer as it cites “upwards of 500” addressable market

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Air Cambodia signs COMAC C909 purchase agreement for up to 20 aircraft, with first deliveries from 2H 2026 Air Cambodia has firmed a previously announced plan to acquire as many as 20 COMAC C909s by signing a purchase agreement with COMAC. Deliveries are scheduled to begin in the second half of 2026, marking a timetable shift from an announced intent to a contracted aircraft intake.

2026-07-21T21:42:42.934481-07:00

Air Cambodia signs COMAC C909 purchase agreement for up to 20 aircraft, with first deliveries from 2H 2026

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Cathay Group June 2026 traffic and 1H 2026 update: passenger and cargo momentum lifts expected profit Cathay Group reported June 2026 traffic results and an update on its first-half 2026 performance, citing continued year-on-year growth in passenger numbers and cargo volumes. Cathay Pacific said it expects higher first-half profit attributable for 2026, supported by strong travel and cargo demand, improved performance at low-cost carrier HK Express, and higher associate contributions.

2026-07-21T21:42:27.447784-07:00

Cathay Group June 2026 traffic and 1H 2026 update: passenger and cargo momentum lifts expected profit

Reuters

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Cathay Pacific reports stronger first-half profit as travel and cargo demand hold up Cathay Pacific says it delivered stronger first-half profit supported by firmer passenger travel and air cargo demand. The company highlights resilience across both segments, underscoring how fleet and network execution continue to translate into improved financial performance.

2026-07-21T21:42:27.447784-07:00

Cathay Pacific reports stronger first-half profit as travel and cargo demand hold up

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