Ethiopian Airlines has ordered five Boeing 777F dedicated air cargo aircraft, both companies
announced on Wednesday.
This latest order followed a previous order for five 777-8F freighters, announced in March
this year.
Ethiopian already operated nine 777Fs.
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Ethiopian Airlines, the largest and leading aviation group in Africa, and its longstanding
partner, Boeing announced the carrier is further expanding its all-Boeing freighter fleet with
an order for five 777 Freighters (current freighters).
“The addition of these five B777 Freighters into our cargo fleet will enable us to meet
the growing demand in our cargo operation.
While cementing our partnership with the Boeing Company with new orders, the growth of our
freighter fleet takes the capacity and efficiency of our shipment service to the next level,”
said Mesfin Tasew, Ethiopian Airlines Group CEO.
This new freighter capacity joins the airline group’s all-Boeing fleet which currently
consists of three 737-800 converted freighters as well as nine Boeing B777-200LRF, according
to the statement and commercial fleet information on the airline’s website.
The twin-engine, long-range freighter has a maximum payload of 118 tons while burning
17% less fuel than older aircraft types, such as the 747-400.
Boeing has announced plans to increase the monthly output of 777Fs from two to three
at the Everett Factory.
With its two flagship widebody programs in trouble, Boeing is doubling down on the 737
MAX and 777F to boost deliveries and keep revenue flowing.
Since the cargo demand surged following the pandemic, new airlines and existing customers
have been piling on orders for the 777F.
From big names like DHL and Qatar Airways to Silk Way West and more, carriers are trying
everything to get their hands on more planes.
Now, their delivery timelines might all go up by a few months.
For Boeing, increasing 777F production by 50% is a slam-dunk, making understandably
frustrated customers a bit happier and increasing revenues.
Boeing based its long-term regional forecast for 250 new widebody aircraft on projections
that Africa’s economy will grow 3% per year over the next 20 years.
The African Continental Free Trade Area and Single African Air Transport Market initiatives
are also expected to encourage trade, as is the doubling of the continent’s working-
and middle-class population.
The freighters will enable Ethiopian to expand its global route network and frequencies to
support the growth in goods movement.
"Ethiopian Airlines' all-Boeing freighter fleet provides them with unrivaled capability
and flexibility as Africa's largest cargo operator," said Ihssane Mounir, Boeing's senior
vice president of Commercial Sales and Marketing.
“We always strive to serve our customers with the latest technology aircraft the aviation
industry could offer,” highlighted Tasew.
“Our cargo terminal is Africa’s largest, coupled with fuel-efficient freighters and
well-trained cargo handling professionals will enable our customers to get the best
quality shipment service.
Customers can rely on Ethiopian for wide-ranging cargo services across five continents.”
Outside Africa, the airline had 68 dedicated cargo centers, spread across the Middle East,
Asia, Europe, and the Americas.
In early March 2022, Boeing and Ethiopian Airlines also announced the signing of a Memorandum
of Understanding for the carrier's intent to purchase five 777-8 Freighters, the industry's
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.
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, leading with sustainability,
and cultivating a culture based on the company's core values of safety, quality, and integrity.
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