With next week being the Farnborough Air Show – Boeing is planning a much more muted presence than in previous years. However, the first sets of orders have arrived for the company.
Time to dive in.
Lessor Aviation Capital Group finalised an order for 35 737 MAX
Boeing and Aviation Capital Group LLC announced the lessor has finalised an order for 35 737 MAX jets, including 16 737-8 and 19 of the larger 737-10 variant. The move follows an incremental order from last year.
This brings ACG’s 737 MAX commitment to 82 orders.
Thomas Baker, Chief Executive Officer and President at ACG said
“This firm order for additional 737 MAX aircraft enhances the strategic value of ACG’s order book, supports a key pillar of our growth strategy and reinforces our commitment to invest in modern and fuel-efficient aircraft technology,”
“We look forward to supporting our airline customers throughout the world with these highly versatile and fuel-efficient aircraft.”
Brad McMullen, Boeing senior vice president of Commercial Sales and Marketing said:
“Today’s repeat order demonstrates market demand for the 737 MAX family of airplanes as ACG’s customers seek to operate flexible, fuel-efficient fleets,” saidng.
“ACG has been a longstanding, valued partner on the 737 MAX program, and we look forward to working together to deliver the latest airplane technology to its airline customers.”
Emirates SkyCargo expands its Boeing 777F order book
Boeing and Emirates SkyCargo announced an order for five additional 777 Freighters.
The new purchase takes Emirates’ order book to 245 Boeing widebody aeroplanes, including 10 777 Freighters.
In all, Emirates’ freighter fleet will grow to 17 airplanes – including 777 Freighters, 777 converted freighters and 747 Freighters.
“Demand for our world-class product and services is growing exponentially, further amplified by Dubai‘s Economic Agenda which aims to double foreign trade and reinforce the city’s position as a global trading hub. This investment in additional Boeing 777 capacity enables us to cater to customer demand and marks a step forward on our long-term strategic growth plan,” said His Highness Sheikh
“The next phase of our strategy will include a full assessment for our future freighter fleet reviewing all aircraft options to ensure we are best equipped to respond to the evolving demands of the market and reaffirming our confidence in the role of airfreight and, more specifically, Emirates SkyCargo, in global trade.”
Stephanie Pope, president and CEO of Boeing Commercial Airplanes added
“We are honored that Emirates SkyCargo, renowned for operational excellence and innovation, has once again selected the Boeing 777 Freighter to extend the reach of its global network,”
“We deeply value Emirates’ trust in the Boeing widebody family and are committed to supporting their long-term strategic growth plan.”
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