BOC Aviation Limited has delivered its first Airbus A330-900neo aircraft to Lion Air, powered by Rolls Royce Trent 7000 engines - part of a transaction that BOC Aviation first announced in August 2018.
“We are delighted to induct the first of our Airbus A330neo family aircraft into our fleet and to assist the Lion Air Group with its continued expansion plans,” said Robert Martin, managing director and chief executive officer at BOC Aviation. “This milestone delivery is the Lion Air Group’s first Airbus A330neo family aircraft. It reflects our strong partnership with both the Lion Air Group and Airbus, as well as our commitment to invest in highly efficient, new technology aircraft.”
Edward Sirait, Lion Air Group CEO, added: “We are excited to take delivery of our first A330neo aircraft as we continue to expand the group’s fleet network.
“This delivery diversifies the business partnership with BOC Aviation across another aircraft type.”