BOC Aviation has expanded its Boeing 737 MAX portfolio by placing a firm order for 40 new Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft. All aircraft are scheduled for delivery in 2027 and 2028.
David Walton, BOC Aviation deputy managing director and chief operating officer, said: “We are pleased to continue to build on our existing relationship with Boeing, with this 40-aircraft incremental order for the fuel-efficient Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft. The incremental aircraft takes our total 737 MAX 8 orderbook with Boeing to 80 aircraft. We look forward to continuing to provide one of the industry’s most technologically advanced aircraft for delivery on lease to our airline customers, to support their sustainable growth over the balance of this decade.”
Ryan Weir, vice president of Global Leasing Sales, Boeing Commercial Airplanes, said: “We are proud that BOC Aviation continues to invest in the 737-8 with its industry-leading versatility and ability to fly almost any short and medium-haul market profitably. We look forward to more opportunities to expand our relationship to support BOC Aviation and its customers.”
Boeing stated that it continues to see strong market demand for the 737 MAX family, with more than 1,500 gross orders since late 2020. With this purchase, BOC Aviation adds that it is advancing its strategy of purchasing new, fuel-efficient, environmentally sustainable airplanes that are in demand with airline customers.