Air China has finalised an order to buy six more 777-300ER (extended range) aircraft from Boeing.
With the order valued at more than $2bn at current list prices, the Chinese airliner aims to strengthen and replace its ageing long-haul widebody fleet, as well as expand its international network.
The deal brings Air China’s unfilled aircraft orders with Boeing to 90 units, which includes new 787-9 Dreamliners.
Boeing Commercial Airplanes Northeast Asia sales senior vice-president Ihssane Mounir said: "The 777-300ER has consistently proved its value as a long-haul flagship for our customers around the world, making it the preferred choice for Air China’s international expansion.
"This order reflects the strength of our decades long relationship with Air China and we look forward to partnering with Air China on additional opportunities in the future."
Air China currently operates 174 Boeing planes. The Boeing fleet includes the latest models such as the next-generation 737, 747-8 intercontinental and 777-300ERs.
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By GlobalDataThis year, Boeing plans to improve the design of the 777-300ER in order to reduce its fuel consumption.
In November, Korean Air finalised an order of 30 737 MAXs and two additional 777-300ER jets with Boeing. The order, valued at $4bn at list prices, includes options for an order for more 737 MAXs.
In 2015, Boeing received 58 gross orders and 58 net orders for its 777 family of aircraft. Out of the total order for 777, 98 have been delivered.
Boeing also received 524 unfilled orders for the 777 family of aircraft last year.
Image: Air China and Boeing finalises a deal for six 777-300ERs. Photo: courtesy of Boeing.
