SAS has agreed to acquire 45 Embraer E195-E2 aircraft, with purchase rights for an additional ten jets.
Deliveries set to commence in late 2027, with further deliveries extending over approximately four years.
This is the largest SAS jet order direct from a manufacturer since 1996 and excluding purchase rights, is valued at approximately $4bn.
"This is a defining moment for SAS,” said Anko van der Werff, president & CEO of SAS. “We’ve taken the time to make the right decision- and this major investment reflects our confidence in the future and the strength of the agreement we have secured.”
SAS noted that the E195-E2 will play a vital role in optimising the airline’s operations and enhancing connectivity across Scandinavia and Europe.