Dhaka, July 24 -- Antonoaldo Neves, Chief Executive Officer of Etihad Airways, has unveiled ambitious plans for the airline's growth in 2025, targeting approximately 21.5 million passengers by the end of the year, more than double the number recorded in 2022.

Speaking with the agency, Neves outlined how this growth will be supported by a significant fleet expansion.

The airline expects to receive 18 new aircraft by the end of the year, with two already added to the fleet and 16 more scheduled for delivery in the coming months.

Having transported over 10 million passengers during the first half of the year, Etihad is on track to close 2025 with a fleet size between 115 and 120 aircraft.

Neves highlighted the airline's impressive financ...