RIYADH,
Saudi Arabia, March 14,
2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Boeing [NYSE: BA] and Saudi
Arabian Airlines (SAUDIA) today announced the national flag-carrier
will grow its long-haul fleet with the selection of up to 49 787
Dreamliners. SAUDIA is set to purchase 39 787s, with a further 10
options, utilizing the outstanding efficiency, range and
flexibility of the Dreamliner to sustainably grow its global
operation. The agreement will include both 787-9 and 787-10
models.
This agreement is part of Saudi
Arabia's wider strategic plan to transform the country into
a global aviation hub. In total, Saudi Arabian carriers announced
today their intent to purchase up to 121 787 Dreamliners in what
will be the fifth largest commercial order by value in Boeing's
history. This will support the country's goal of serving 330
million passengers and attracting 100 million visitors annually by
2030.
"SAUDIA continues its expansion efforts in all aspects of the
airline; whether it's introducing new destinations or increasing
the aircraft fleet," His Excellency Engr. Ibrahim Al-Omar, Director General of SAUDIA
Group. "The agreement with Boeing delivers on this commitment and
the newly added aircraft will further enable SAUDIA to fulfill its
strategic objective of bringing the world to the Kingdom".
SAUDIA currently operates more than 50 Boeing airplanes on its
long-haul network, including the 777-300ER (Extended Range) and
787-9 and 787-10 Dreamliner. The additional 787s complement
SAUDIA's existing fleet, enabling it to effectively harness the
value of the 777 and 787 families.
"Adding to its 787 Dreamliner fleet will enable SAUDIA to expand
its long-haul service with outstanding range, capacity and
efficiency," said Stan Deal,
president and CEO of Boeing Commercial Airplanes. "After more than
75 years of partnership, we are honored by SAUDIA's confidence in
Boeing products and will continue to support Saudi Arabia's goal to expand sustainable air
travel."
Since revenue service began in 2011, the 787 family has launched
more than 350 new nonstop routes around the world, including about
50 new routes since 2020. The Dreamliner reduces fuel use and
emissions by 25% compared to the airplanes it replaces.
This order will be posted to Boeing's Orders and Deliveries
website when finalized.
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