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Airbus Forecasts Strong Long-Term Demand for Middle East Aviation Despite Geopolitical…

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Airbus projects that the Middle East will require over 3,800 new passenger aircraft in the next 20 years, with passenger traffic expected to more than double by 2045. While the International Air Transport Association forecasts Middle Eastern airlines to move from a $7.2 billion net profit in 2025 to a $4.3 billion net loss in 2026, Airbus maintains that the long-term outlook remains positive.

From arabnews.com, omanobserver.om

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The forecast indicates that rising disposable income, urbanization, and major infrastructure investments are strengthening the region's position as a global aviation hub. Airbus noted that the company has not canceled a single aircraft order since the onset of the war, signaling sustained market confidence.

From arabnews.com, omanobserver.om

Who's involved

  • Airbus SASAircraft manufacturer providing the global market forecast
  • Middle EastGeopolitical region experiencing strong projected growth in air travel demand
  • Saudi ArabiaCountry whose investments, such as Riyadh Air, are expected to revitalize the region
  • International Air Transport AssociationInternational trade association providing regional airline profit forecasts

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  • Airbus SASSpeculative

    Airbus could see sustained revenue from aircraft orders due to high market confidence in the region.

  • Middle EastSpeculative

    Airlines in the Middle East might see increased demand and revenue as per capita travel is expected to more than double.

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  1. Market optimism in the Middle East driven by Riyadh Air and Airbus confidence in the Saudi market.1 source
  2. Aviation investments are strengthening the hub status of the region, with per capita trips expected to more than double.1 source

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