COPENHAGEN, Denmark,
Nov. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Boeing
[NYSE: BA] and A.P. Moller - Maersk (Maersk) today announced the
global provider of end-to-end container logistics has placed an
order for two 777 Freighters. The freighters will be operated by
Star Air, Maersk's in-house aircraft operator and is the company's
first 777 order. Star Air currently operates an all-Boeing 767
Freighter fleet.
"As a global integrator of container logistics, Maersk is
improving the ability to provide one-stop shop and end-to-end
logistics capabilities to our customers. This year, we have
strengthened our integrated logistics offering through e-commerce
logistics acquisitions, tech investments, expanding our warehouse
footprint and as a natural next step, we are now ramping up our air
freight capacity, creating a broader network to cater even better
for the needs of customers," said Vincent
Clerc, executive vice president and CEO of Ocean &
Logistics, A.P. Moller – Maersk.
The 777 Freighter is the world's largest, longest range and most
capable twin-engine freighter. The airplane offers 17 percent
better fuel efficiency and reduced CO2 emissions compared to legacy
airplanes. With a range of 9,200 kilometers, the 777 Freighter can
carry a maximum revenue payload of 102,000 kilograms, allowing Star
Air to make fewer stops and reduce landing fees on long-haul
routes.
"We are delighted to welcome Maersk's Star Air to the Boeing
family of 777 operators and look forward to many years of continued
partnership as it grows its air cargo division," said Ihssane Mounir, Boeing's senior vice president
of Commercial Sales and Marketing. "The market leading efficiency
and incredible range of the 777 Freighter will provide Maersk
flexibility to profitably operate the airplane across its large air
freight network."
The 777 Freighter is Boeing's top-selling freighter of all time.
Customers from around the world have ordered more than 300 777
Freighters since the program began in 2005. As the air cargo market
continues to strengthen throughout the world, freight carriers turn
to Boeing for its complete family of new and converted freighters.
Boeing airplanes provide more than 90% of the worldwide dedicated
freighter capacity.
Maersk is an integrated container logistics company working to
connect and simplify its customers' supply chains. As the global
leader in shipping services, the company operates in 130 countries
and employs approximately 80,000 people.
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 and living the company's core values of safety,
quality and integrity. Learn more at www.boeing.com.
Contact
Keelan Morris
Boeing Communications (London)
Mobile + 44(0)208 235 5664
keelan.j.morris@boeing.com
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