Air Niugini, national airline of Papua New Guinea has order two Boeing 787-8 Dreamliners to support its long-haul fleet.
The airline will look to take advantage of the new aircraft in order to expand its offered destinations.
Speaking about the eventual growth from this order, Gart Seddon, Acting Chief Executive, Air Niugini said: “Signing this contract with Boeing for the purchase of two modern, widebody 787 Dreamliners will enable Air Niugini to grow its network across Asia, Australia, and New Zealand and fulfill its mission as the premier airline in Papua New Guinea, providing the best air service in the region."
“The excellent capability of the 787 allows Air Niugini to open Port Moresby to more destinations, increasing tourism and economic growth in the South Pacific region,” commented Erika Pearson, Vice President of Commercial Sales and Marketing, Southeast Asia and Oceania, Boeing. "The Dreamliner's flexibility, outstanding efficiency, and unmatched passenger comfort will enable Air Niugini to provide improved long-haul connectivity to the islands.