Emirates has today placed an order for five additional Boeing 777 Freighters in a deal valued at over $1.7 billion at list prices. The new airplanes will join the carrier’s existing all-Boeing Freighter fleet of 11 airplanes.
On Tuesday (November 8, 2022), Boeing announced that Emirates has placed an order for five additional Boeing 777 Freighters in a deal valued at more than $1.7 billion at list prices. Today’s order follows the carrier’s $1.0 investment to expand cargo capacity announced at the Dubai Airshow in November 2021, including two new freighters that joined Emirates’ fleet this year. The airplanes ordered today will join Emirates SkyCargo’s existing all-Boeing cargo fleet of 11 airplanes.
In Tuesday’s announcement, Emirates Airline and Group Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, HH Sheikh Ahmed bin Al Maktoum, said,
“Emirates is investing in new freighters so that we can continue to serve customer demand with the latest fuel-efficient aircraft. This order reflects Emirates’ confidence in air freight demand and overall aviation sector growth. It lays the ground for our continued growth, which is driven by the reach of our diverse global network, the advanced handling infrastructure at our Dubai hub, and the tailored transport solutions that Emirates has developed to serve our varied customers’ needs.”
Also commenting on Emirates’ 777F order, Boeing Commercial Airplanes’ President and Chief Executive Officer, Stan Deal, added,
“We value the trust that Emirates has repeatedly placed in its all-Boeing freighter fleet. The expansion of Emirates' fleet with these additional fuel-efficient 777 Freighters will enable the airline to support its growing cargo market demand, transporting goods rapidly and efficiently from origin to destination in the Middle East and around the world.”
Emirates was the launch customer for the 777 Freighter, and is currently the world’s largest Boeing 777 Family operator, with nearly 150 of the type in their fleet. The 777F is Boeing’s best-selling freighter, and the world’s largest, longest-range twin engine freighter operating today, offering a 17 percent reduction in fuel burn and CO2 emissions versus previous airplanes.
Emirates is an award-winning global airline, serving over 130 destinations on six continents via Dubai. The carrier operates the largest fleet of Airbus A380s and Boeing 777s, which feature the latest comforts in the sky. Guests traveling with Emirates enjoy an unrivalled onboard experience with regionally inspired multi-course menus developed by a team of award-winning chefs, complemented by a wide selection of premium beverages. Customers can also enjoy over 5,000 channels of carefully curated global entertainment, featuring Arabic movies, TV shows, music, podcasts and more with ice, the airline’s award winning IFE system. Emirates has been named ‘World Class Airline’ at The APEX Official Airline Ratings™, and has also been rated a Five Star Airline by APEX.
Boeing (NYSE: BA) is the world’s largest aerospace company and leading supplier of commercial airplanes, defense, space and security systems, as well as global services. The aerospace giant tops the list of the largest U.S. exporters, providing a significant positive impact to America’s annual GDP. Boeing supports government and commercial customers in over 150 countries and employs more than 160,000 team members worldwide. As Boeing continues to deliver for customers, they are committed to their legacy of aerospace leadership in technology and innovation and living the company’s core values of safety, quality and integrity.
Source(s): Boeing/PRNewswire, Emirates