TOULOUSE- Airbus is set to secure significant A350 orders at the Paris Air Show in June 2025, aiming to bolster its wide-body aircraft portfolio. The company is focusing on expanding its market share, particularly in the Middle East, to counter Boeing’s recent gains.
Riyadh Air (RX) is a key target, with potential orders for the Airbus A350 to complement its long-haul operations alongside the Boeing 787 Dreamliner. Airbus also sees growth opportunities in its single-aisle aircraft, which are gaining traction among airlines, Bloomberg reported.
Photo: Riyadh AirRiyadh Air Airbus A350 Order
Airbus is setting its sights on elevating its A350 program with major deals anticipated during the 2025 Paris Air Show.
The renewed campaign follows Boeing’s recent upswing in wide-body orders, particularly after a diplomatic visit to the Middle East spurred significant transactions.
Airbus now hopes to match that momentum by targeting airlines actively expanding long-haul operations.
A key prospect in this effort is Riyadh Air, a new Saudi Arabian carrier still in the process of finalizing its long-haul fleet.
Airbus is reportedly pitching the A350 as a core wide-body option, potentially in competition with Boeing’s 777X.
Riyadh Air currently operates Boeing 787 Dreamliners but is assessing options for higher-capacity aircraft to serve its ambitious international route plans.
The A350 offers fuel efficiency, advanced range, and modern passenger comfort, features that Airbus is emphasizing to appeal to long-haul focused airlines in a region known for premium international connectivity.
While the A350 is at the center of its upcoming strategy, Airbus is also keeping a close eye on the single aisle market.
Its A320neo family continues to gain favor among carriers seeking modern, fuel-efficient narrow-body aircraft.
This line has proven increasingly attractive, especially as Boeing continues to work through delays and quality control challenges with its 737 MAX line.
Airbus’s confidence stems from growing interest across markets, even as the company acknowledges lingering global supply chain disruptions.
These issues, while easing slightly, are still projected to affect new aircraft deliveries until 2027 or 2028.
Managing this backlog and converting airline interest into firm orders remains a high priority for the European manufacturer.
Photo: Riyadh AirAirbus vs Boeing in 2025
The first half of 2025 has seen the rivalry between Airbus and Boeing intensify. After dominating much of the last decade, Airbus now faces a more competitive Boeing, bolstered by recent wins in the wide-body market.
The US manufacturer’s gains were largely driven by political diplomacy and renewed airline trust in Boeing programs.
Despite Boeing’s low production rates and ongoing efforts to rebuild confidence, it has managed to stay competitive, especially in securing new orders.
Airbus, without government-imposed production caps, still struggles with parts shortages and assembly delays, hindering smooth aircraft output.
Looking ahead, Airbus will concentrate on restoring order momentum and optimizing manufacturing workflows to avoid losing ground. The Paris Air Show will serve as a critical litmus test for Airbus’s appeal in a changing market.
Future Outlook
For the remainder of 2025, Airbus aims to increase its order book while addressing these production bottlenecks.
The Paris Air Show will be a critical platform for showcasing progress and securing commitments.
By targeting airlines like Riyadh Air (RX) and emphasizing the A350’s capabilities, Airbus seeks to strengthen its market position and counter Boeing’s resurgence.
The company’s focus on innovation and reliability will be key to sustaining its competitive edge in the global aviation market.
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