Brussels Airlines adds five more A320neo aircraft to its fleet

Fleet renewal boosts sustainability and passenger comfort

Brussels, August 29, 2025 – The Board of Directors of Brussels Airlines has approved the addition of five brand-new Airbus A320neo aircraft to the fleet, bringing the total number of this next-generation aircraft to 13. This investment underlines Brussels Airlines’ commitment to reducing its environmental footprint, enhancing the passenger experience, and growing sustainably and profitably.

Brussels Airlines currently operates five Airbus A320neo aircraft and expects three more to join the fleet in the coming months. The next delivery from the Airbus factory in Toulouse is scheduled for November.

In addition, the Board of Directors has approved the phase-in of five additional A320neo aircraft, with deliveries expected from 2027 onwards. This investment will bring the total number of A320neo aircraft in the Brussels Airlines fleet to 13.

“Brussels Airlines has worked very hard to achieve a cost structure that allows the airline to be sustainably profitable, enabling us to reinvest in our company. The A320neo reduces our environmental footprint and offers a more pleasant experience for our passengers. We are very happy to welcome more of these state-of-the-art aircraft to our fleet.”
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Dorothea von Boxberg, CEO, Brussels Airlines

More sustainable and quieter flying

The Airbus A320neo delivers up to 20% lower CO₂ emissions and 50% less noise compared to previous models. Larger overhead bins provide 40% more storage space, making boarding faster and smoother.

The new aircraft will mainly replace older-generation planes, with one dedicated to growing the fleet. Brussels Airlines deploys the A320 family across its short- and medium-haul network.

More investments ahead

Brussels Airlines is also expanding its long-haul fleet to 13 Airbus A330 aircraft and, from 2027, will introduce new cabins across its intercontinental network. In addition, the airline plans to renovate its award-winning lounge at Brussels Airport, THE LOFT.

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About Brussels Airlines

Brussels Airlines is the home carrier of Belgium and one of the four network airlines of the Lufthansa Group. It connects the European capital from Brussels Airport with over 90 destinations, 17 of which are in Sub Saharan Africa. The company employs more than 3,500 people and operates 46 aircraft.

Brussels Airlines aims to emit 50% less CO2 by 2030 compared to 2019 and plans to be carbon neutral by 2050. The airline is participating in the Stargate Project led by Brussels Airport and is therefore part of the testing ground for sustainable aviation at its home base. In addition, the airline signed the Circular Economy agreement of the Antwerp Management School in 2021. The airline was the first to transport Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) through the CEPS-pipeline connecting Brussels Airport early 2023. Since end 2024, Brussels Airlines has welcomed five state-of-the-art Airbus A320neo allowing the airline to significantly lower its CO2- and noise-emissions on its medium-haul network.

As an ambassador of its country, Brussels Airlines brings the world to Belgium and the best of Belgium to the world, among others through collaborations with Belgian Star Chefs, Belgian culinary products and the Belgian Icons, specially painted aircraft that honour a Belgian iconic person, team or event to promote Belgian culture worldwide.

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