Vietjet and Airbus have finalised an order for 100 Airbus A321neo aircraft, reinforcing Vietjet’s commitment to network expansion and fleet modernisation. The airline has also signed a landmark agreement with Rolls-Royce for 92 Trent 7000 engines, along with comprehensive TotalCare® maintenance services, valued at US$3.8 billion.
The signing took place during the official visit of Vietnam’s General Secretary To Lam to the United Kingdom — a milestone event that marks the elevation of Vietnam–UK relations to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. The agreements reflect Vietjet’s long-term commitment to sustainable aviation growth, fleet modernisation, and deeper collaboration between Vietnam, the UK and Europe.
Vietjet Chairwoman Nguyen Thi Phuong Thao said: “These agreements are not merely commercial contracts, but a symbol of trust, aspiration, and a shared vision for sustainable development and global connectivity. Airbus and Rolls-Royce have been trusted partners of Vietjet in realising people’s flying dreams—delivering safe, comfortable, and joyful journeys for our passengers. Together, we are not only connecting cities and countries but also connecting people, cultures, and the future—becoming a bridge of growth, cooperation, and prosperity among economies for a more peaceful and better world.”
Mr. Christian Scherer, CEO of the Commercial Aircraft business at Airbus, said: “We are proud to partner with Vietjet – a symbol of the vitality and growing stature of Vietnam.”
Mr. Ewen McDonald, Chief Customer Officer, Rolls-Royce Civil Aerospace, said: “I am delighted to witness and accompany Vietjet’s remarkable growth. Today’s agreement opens significant opportunities for Vietjet to continue expanding its network, offering passengers affordable, comfortable, and memorable travel experiences worldwide. Vietjet is now among Rolls-Royce’s largest customers, and we are proud to support the airline on its impressive development journey.”
The Trent 7000 engines will power Vietjet’s upcoming fleet of 40 A330neo wide-body aircraft, enabling future non-stop services between Vietnam and Europe in the future. Rolls-Royce’s TotalCare® maintenance services will further enhance reliability and operational efficiency throughout the aircraft lifecycle.
For Australian travellers, these developments further expand Vietjet’s international capacity, creating more opportunities to connect seamlessly between Australia, Vietnam, and Europe via Vietjet’s growing global network.
