In a move aimed at further advancing the Angolan air transport industry, Boeing and the Ministry of Transport of the Republic of Angola have “signed a Memorandum of Strategic Cooperation today to explore initiatives aimed at advancing the Angolan aviation sector, in partnership with TAAG Angola Airlines.”
In recent years, the government of Angola has invested heavily in its air transport industry including investing and opening of the Agostinho Neto International Airport in Luanda in 2024. The national airline, TAAG Angola has also been engaged in fleet renewal and expansion. His Excellency Ricardo Viegas D’Abreu, Minister of Transport, Republic of Angola said, “Together, along with the significant investment in our new international airport, we are laying the groundwork for a sustainable and prosperous future for our aviation sector.
The Memorandum signed at the 2025 Paris Air Show outlines several areas of collaboration between Boeing and TAAG which includes “efforts to boost operational efficiency through digital transformation, strengthen technical and maintenance capabilities, optimize and expand market and route networks, and support the modernization and growth of the fleet.”
D’Abreu, said “TAAG Angola Airlines, the national airline of Angola, has been a cornerstone of the African aviation landscape since its inception in 1938. As we navigate the complexities of a rapidly evolving global market, it is essential for the airline to not only maintain its competitive edge, but also to embrace innovation and modernization.”
Minister D’Abreu continued “This partnership with Boeing represents a significant step forward in our commitment to enhancing operational capabilities, improving technical and maintenance capacity, and expanding our reach. By investing in modern technologies and practices, we aim to position TAAG Angola Airlines as a leading airline in Africa, capable of meeting the demands of today’s travelers while contributing to the economic diversification and growth of Angola.”
Brad McMullen, Boeing senior vice president of Commercial Sales and Marketing said: “This partnership underscores Boeing’s commitment to supporting the growth of the aviation sector in Angola and continued expansion of TAAG Angola Airlines’ capabilities. We look forward to building on nearly eight decades of supporting commercial aviation in Africa.”
According to Boeing’s 2025 Commercial Market Outlook, Africa will require more than 1,200 new airplanes over the next 20 years to meet growing demand and Boeing already accounts for nearly 70% of the commercial fleet in Africa, operated by more than 60 airlines.