Fri, Feb 10, 2012
Global Market Forecast Underlines Spain's Position In World's
Aviation Market
According to a forecast released Wednesday by Airbus, air
traffic in Spain will almost double by 2030. Spanish
airlines’ will need some 400 new passenger aircraft over the
next 20 years. The total market value for the renewal and expansion
of the Spanish passenger aircraft fleet is estimated at $45
billion. The drive for these additional aircraft comes from the
need to replace less efficient aircraft with more fuel-efficient
jets and from the growth in domestic and international air travel
demand. The Airbus forecast reinforces Spain’s position in
the global aviation market.
The region’s passenger aircraft fleet of above 100 seats
will have increased by 81%, from around 244 aircraft in 2010 to a
total of 441 aircraft in 2030. Of today’s fleet 203 aircraft
will be replaced with more eco-efficient types and 197 aircraft,
nearly one half of the new aircraft demand, will be for growth to,
from and within the Spanish market.
More than three quarters (317) of the forecast 400 new
aircraft will be for the single-aisle segment, 58 will be
twin-aisles, seating from 250 to 400 passengers. 25 will be in the
very large aircraft segment (VLA).
“Having a strong and vibrant aviation sector will make a real
contribution to the short, medium and long term health of the
Spanish economy, providing a real contribution to GDP, jobs and
attractiveness for investment through international
connectivity,” said Rafael Alonso, Airbus’ Executive
Vice President, Customer Affairs. “Spain is a preferred
destination for many international air travelers and as well one of
the main hubs that connect Europe with Latin America. Low cost
carriers will also play an important role in increasing passenger
traffic in Spain.”
Airbus’ operations in Spain are an important contributor to
all Airbus aircraft programs. This participation is of mutual
benefit, both for Airbus and Spain’s economy. In terms of
employment, at the end of 2011, Airbus Operations Spain and Airbus
Military had together a workforce of some 7,500 employees. In 2012,
they expect to hire about 400 new people, part of the overall new
recruitment of more than 4,000 for 2012 announced by Airbus
recently.
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