EVA Air has converted options for six A350-1000s as part of an order for 18 aircraft, while also adding three new A321-200neo directly from Airbus.
The airline’s order includes a purchase price of up to USD436m per A350 and up to USD150m per A321neo, with a total deal value reaching USD3.1bn.
Deliveries of the A350s are now expected to start in the first quarter of 2027, with options for later deliveries scheduled for 2031 and beyond.
The newly confirmed A321neo orders will not start service until 2029, extending the delivery timeline through 2032 while increasing the total commitment for the type to 18 aircraft.
EVA Air experienced a successful 2024, reporting a net profit of NTD30.4bn (USD922m), reflecting a 38pc increase compared to its already record-high profits from 2023.
