DUBAI, UAE, Nov. 15, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- SAUDIA
selected Boeing [NYSE: BA] for a suite of services to improve
their 787 Dreamliner and 777 fleets' operational efficiency through
digital analytics, and to modify their 777 cabin interiors.
"As ever, SAUDIA is continuously focused on operational
efficiency, optimal fleet utilization, and deployment," said
Captain Ibrahim S. Koshy, CEO,
SAUDIA. "We see our continued alliance with Boeing and these
essential services as an enabler that will help to drive our
progress toward this vision."
SAUDIA will utilize Boeing's Optimized Maintenance Program
(OMP), which uses advanced data analytics to provide detailed
insights for improved maintenance operations, and Boeing's Airplane
Health Management (AHM) digital solution, which applies predictive
maintenance analytics and diagnostic tools to help improve the
quality and speed of maintenance decisions, resulting in improved
on-time performance. These services will be combined with Boeing's
OEM engineering and consulting expertise.
"Our Boeing consulting teams have partnered closely with SAUDIA
for many years to find new opportunities to reduce costs and
enhance operational efficiency. We are delighted to continue this
partnership by applying our advanced digital solutions," said
Ted Colbert, president and CEO,
Boeing Global Services. "Similarly, SAUDIA will be able to rely on
our 777 interiors engineering expertise throughout the course of
their fleet reconfiguration plans."
Boeing's interior modification team will partner with SAUDIA to
deliver all aspects of their 777 modification, including design,
certification, and the supply of parts required for completion.
For more information on Boeing's Optimized Maintenance Program,
Airplane Health Management, interiors engineering and other
aftermarket services, visit https://services.boeing.com.
About Boeing
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.
About SAUDIA
Saudi Arabian Airlines (SAUDIA) is the national flag carrier of
the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
Established in 1945, the company is one of the Middle East's largest airlines.
In recent years the airline has invested significantly in its
fleet of 144 narrow and widebody aircraft and operates one of the
youngest fleets in the skies, with an average aircraft age of 5
years.
The airline operates a route network which includes 95
destinations across four continents, including all 28 domestic
airports in the Kingdom of Saudi
Arabia.
SAUDIA is a member of the International Air Transport
Association (IATA), the Arab Air Carriers Organization (AACO) as
well as a member airline in the SkyTeam alliance since 2012.
This year, the organization was named the World's Most Improved
Airline in 2021 by Skytrax. SAUDIA also received the prestigious
accolade in 2017.
The carrier is ranked as a Global Five-Star Major Airline by the
Airline Passenger Experience Association (APEX) and has been
awarded the Diamond status by APEX Health Safety powered by
SimpliFlying, in recognition of the airline's extensive safety
measures in response to the pandemic.
For further information on Saudi Arabian Airlines, please
visit www.saudia.com
Press Office:
Saudi Arabian Airlines Headquarters
Jeddah 21231, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Email: medrelns@saudia.com
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