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BOEING AND Ethiopian Airlines have announced the African carrier is further expanding its all-Boeing freighter fleet with an order for five 777 Freighters.<\/p>\n
The order was finalised in March, and is currently unidentified on Boeing\u2019s orders and deliveries website.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe addition of these five 777 Freighters into our cargo fleet will enable us to meet the growing demand in our cargo operation. While cementing our partnership with Boeing with new orders, the growth of our freighter fleet takes the capacity and efficiency of our shipment service to the next level,\u201d said Ethiopian Airlines Group Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Mr. Mesfin Tasew.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe always strive to serve our customers with the latest technology aircraft the aviation industry could offer. Our cargo terminal is Africa\u2019s largest, coupled with fuel-efficient freighters and well-trained cargo handling professionals will enable our customers get the best quality shipment service. Customers can rely on Ethiopian for wide-ranging cargo services across five continents,\u201d he added.<\/p>\n
Boeing\u2019s market-leading 777 Freighter is the world\u2019s largest, longest-range and most capable twin-engine freighter flying with 17% lower fuel use and emissions to prior airplanes. Ethiopian Airlines operates a fleet of nine 777 Freighters, utilising the model\u2019s range of 4,970 nautical miles (9,200 km) and maximum structural payload of 107 tonnes (235,900 lb) to connect Africa with 66 dedicated cargo centres throughout Asia, Europe, the Middle East and the Americas.<\/p>\n
\u201cEthiopian Airlines\u2019 all-Boeing freighter fleet provides them with unrivalled capability and flexibility as Africa\u2019s largest cargo operator,\u201d said Ihssane Mounir, Boeing\u2019s Senior Vice President of Commercial Sales and Marketing.<\/p>\n
\u201cThese additional 777 Freighters will enable Ethiopian to capitalise on near-term cargo demand, while positioning the airline for further expansion in the future,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n
In early March 2022, Boeing and Ethiopian Airlines also announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding for the carrier\u2019s intent to purchase five 777-8 Freighters, the industry\u2019s newest, most capable and most fuel-efficient twin-engine freighter. Ethiopian Airlines also operates three 737-800 converted freighters, as well as a combined passenger fleet of more than 80 Boeing jets, including 737s, 767s, 777s and 787s.<\/p>\n
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\u2019s diverse team is committed to innovating for the future and living the company\u2019s core values of safety, quality and integrity.<\/p>\n
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