Boeing and EVA Air today finalized an order for five additional 787-9 Dreamliners, a repeat order for Boeing's super-efficient widebody jet. EVA Air's subsequent investment in the 787 will enable the airline to further reduce carbon emissions and grow its fleet in a sustainable manner.
“Our fleet of 787s has become the cornerstone of our carbon-neutral growth strategy, and we will continue to leverage this airplane's unrivaled efficiency and performance for years to come,” said Clay Sun, president of EVA Air. “This new order s our continued commitment to operating a more sustainable fleet that will allow us to reduce carbon emissions while providing our engers with world-class service.”
Constructed of lightweight composite materials and equipped with advanced GEnx engines, the 787-9 will provide the five-star airline with increased capacity, longer range and 25% more fuel efficiency compared to previous generation jets. EVA Air's fleet of 787s has provided the airline with greater flexibility on long-haul routes to North America, Europe and Asia.
"EVA Air operates one of the most efficient and sustainable widebody fleets in the world, with repeat orders for the 787 serving as a testament to the value this family of airplanes brings to its network," said Stan Deal, president and CEO of Boeing. Commercial Airplanes. “With additional Dreamliners, EVA Air is well positioned to grow, especially as enger traffic returns to pre-pandemic levels in Asia.”
The Taipei-based airline currently operates a fleet of 10 787s, including four 787-9s and six 787-10s. With this new order, EVA Air has backorders for seven 787-10s and nine 787-9s. EVA Air also operates one of the largest 777 fleets in the world, with more than 40 airplanes, including enger and freighter models, with one 777 Freighter on order.
