National airline Kuwait Airways has taken delivery of its first A330-200 from Airbus - a leading aircraft manufacturer - thus becoming a new operator for the type.

In February 2014, Kuwait Airways announced the lease of 12 Airbus aircraft including seven A320ceo and five A330-200s in addition to the purchase of 25 aircraft including 10 A350-900 and 15 A320neo Family aircraft, marking the start of a major fleet renewal plan.

The airline’s first A330-200 accommodates a three-class configuration of 17 full-sleeper first class modules, 30 very high-comfort business and 165 latest standard economy seats, as well as the latest entertainment systems and connectivity throughout the cabin.

“The delivery of our first A330-200 marks a key milestone towards enhancing our fleet,” said Al Rasha Al Roumi, Kuwait Airways chairperson. “The addition of this highly efficient aircraft ultimately translates to unbeatable operating costs, best-in-class services, unrivalled comfort and will maintain our schedule integrity and assist in increasing our load factors”

“We are pleased to welcome Kuwait Airways as a new A330 operator,” said John Leahy, Airbus chief operating officer, Customers. “With the A330, Kuwait Airways will benefit from the aircraft’s low operating costs, proven reliability and great passenger appeal - as well as high levels of technical commonality with its existing A320 fleet.” – TradeArabia News Service