SAS reportedly set to order new aircraft in major investment plan
Translated from Swedish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- SAS is reportedly set to order a significant number of new aircraft, according to a Danish newspaper.
- The investment plan spans five years and aims to substantially grow the airline.
- SAS CEO Anko van der Werff described it as one of the most significant investments in the company's history.
Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) is preparing to announce a substantial order for new aircraft, according to a report by the Danish newspaper Berlingske. The move is expected to be unveiled during a press conference scheduled for this morning in Denmark.
The order is described as extensive, involving thousands of new jobs and the launch of several new flight routes. This investment plan is projected to unfold over the next five years, with the goal of significantly expanding SAS's operations and market presence. SAS CEO Anko van der Werff indicated the scale of the initiative, stating, "SAS is undertaking one of the most significant investments in our history."
While Berlingske reports on the comprehensive nature of the order, details regarding the exact number of aircraft remain undisclosed. Previous reports from Bloomberg suggested that SAS was considering purchasing between 15 and 20 new planes. However, Anko van der Werff has not confirmed these specific figures to Berlingske.
The airline is holding a press conference at 10 a.m. today in Denmark to provide further details on this major fleet expansion and strategic investment.
SAS is undertaking one of the most significant investments in our history.
Originally published by Svenska Dagbladet in Swedish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.