DUBAI, United Arab Emirates


,


Nov. 8, 2022


/PRNewswire/ — Boeing [NYSE:BA] and Emirates today announced the

Middle East

carrier is further expanding its all-Boeing dedicated freighter fleet with an order for five 777 Freighters, valued at more than

$1.7 billion

at list prices.

HH Sheikh

Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum

, Chairman and Chief Executive of Emirates Airline and Group, 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.”

The airplanes will be operated by Emirates SkyCargo, adding to its fleet of 11 777 Freighters. At last November’s Dubai Airshow, Emirates announced a

$1 billion

investment to expand its air cargo capacity, including two new 777 Freighters that joined Emirates’ fleet this year.

Emirates was a launch customer for the 777 Freighter and is currently the world’s largest operator of the 777 family, with nearly 150 of the airplane type in its fleet. Boeing’s best-selling freighter, the 777F is the world’s largest, longest-range and most capable twin-engine freighter flying today, with 17% lower fuel use and CO

₂

emissions compared to prior airplanes.

“We value the trust that Emirates has repeatedly placed in its all-Boeing freighter fleet,” said

Stan Deal

, president and chief executive officer Boeing Commercial Airplanes. “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.”

As a leading global aerospace company, Boeing develops, manufactures and services commercial airplanes, defense products and space systems for customers in more than 150 countries. As a top U.S. exporter, the company leverages the talents of a global supplier base to advance economic opportunity, sustainability and community impact. Boeing’s diverse team is committed to innovating for the future and living the company’s core values of safety, quality and integrity. Learn more at

www.boeing.com

.

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Dubai

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