14th Jul 2016 10:08
LONDON (Alliance News) - International Consolidated Airlines Group on Thursday said it is converting two Airbus 330-300 long-haul aircraft options into firm orders for Irish carrier Aer Lingus.
The aircraft will be delivered in 2017, expanding Aer Lingus' transatlantic network.
"The modern, fuel efficient aircraft will bring both cost efficiencies and environmental benefits to the airline," IAG said in a statement.
IAG owns British Airways and Spanish carriers Iberia and Vueling, as well as Aer Lingus.
Shares in IAG were trading up 1.6% at 414.50 pence on Thursday morning.
By Karolina Kaminska; [email protected] @KarolinaAllNews
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