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Airbus and the European Investment Bank (EIB) signed (29-Jun-2026) a EUR1 billion loan agreement to support the European aerospace sector. The funding will support Airbus' research and development in France, Germany and Spain through to 2030, covering technology and systems for commercial aviation, security and defence. The financing is the first tranche of a EUR3 billion commitment to Airbus, which is "the largest corporate loan ever authorised by the EIB". [more - original PR] [more - Aviation Week]

Air New Zealand announced (30-Jun-2026) the priorities of its 'Te Pae Hou - Our Future' strategy reset which are "now being implemented across the airline", including:

• Customer First: Delivering "world leading" reliability and punctuality with a "relentless focus on priority segments". The carrier reported it is already seeing positive outcomes including year-to-date on-time performance improvements in FY2026;
• Targeted Growth: Growing a profitable network and building presence in larger, resilient markets to generate returns and support New Zealand tourism. The airline stated it is "fine tuning" its premium service flow and product offering and "allocating more resources" to its "highest return-on-capital areas";
• Resilient and Future Fit: Transforming cost base and applying rigorous capital allocation discipline. Air New Zealand said it is delivering on its cost-out programme with approximately NZD100 million (USD56.5 million) of annualised benefits forecast to flow from FY2027, while creating momentum for ongoing cost transformation. The airline added it is working with aircraft manufacturers to re-profile aircraft deliveries to smooth capital expenditure. [more - original PR]

Malaysia Airports announced (29-Jun-2026) the following improvements across its airport network:

• At Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA), the Aerotrain has resumed full 24 hour operations following the completion of a comprehensive action plan. The Vehicle Access Management System has improved kerbside traffic management and safety, achieving over 99% compliance with the 10 minute stay limit;
• Passenger processing has improved through the proof-of-concept for centralised security screening at KLIA terminal 2, doubling screening throughput to 500 passengers per hour. At KLIA Terminal 1, the call-to-gate concept now displays boarding gate information closer to departure, reducing crowding at boarding gates. Passenger flow has also improved through predictive passenger forecasting and closer collaboration with border agencies to enhance immigration queue management. A Green Lane was introduced for arriving passengers at Terminal 1 in Jan-2026, while the mandatory customs check after immigration was removed for departing passengers;
• Across the wider airport network, passenger improvements include upgraded check-in halls, refurbished washrooms, enhanced flight information display systems, improved seating, family friendly facilities and clearer wayfinding. [more - original PR]

Air China and Singapore Airlines signed (29-Jun-2026) an MoU to establish a commercial joint venture (JV) partnership. The agreement covers the potential expansion of their codeshare partnership to additional destinations between Singapore and mainland China, within China and beyond the countries. The airlines plan to coordinate flight schedules, explore joint fare products and pursue joint marketing and revenue sharing arrangements. The carriers will also look to exchange best practices in areas including ground handling, catering and inflight service. All initiatives are subject to relevant regulatory approvals. [more - original PR]

VietJet Air commenced (29-Jun-2026) initial regulatory steps to establish a subsidiary carrier in Australia. The LCC has been allocated slots at Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport for the 2026 northern winter season but will require an air operator's certificate (AOC) before using any of the slot allocations. Australia's Civil Aviation Safety Authority takes approximately six to 12 months to consider an AOC application. VietJet reportedly proposed starting operations with 10 Boeing 737 aircraft. The LCC currently operates services from Vietnam to Brisbane, Melbourne Tullamarine, Perth and Sydney. As previously reported by CAPA, VietJet Air board member Chu Viet Cuong stated the airline is considering operating services to Western Sydney International (Nancy-Bird Walton) Airport, noting the advantages of additional slots and the ability to operate night flights with no curfew. [more - Aviation Week]

IATA, via its official Facebook account, announced (28-Jun-2026) Air Greenland became an IATA member.