FARNBOROUGH, United Kingdom, July 21,
2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Boeing [NYSE: BA] and Cargolux
today announced that Europe's
largest all-cargo airline has selected the 777-8 Freighter as the
preferred solution to replace its 747-400 fleet. The selection was
announced at the Farnborough International Airshow.
"With the 777-8 Freighter being the preferred solution to
replace our 747-400s, Cargolux is looking forward to continuing its
ongoing relationship with Boeing," said Richard Forson, president and CEO of
Cargolux.
The 777-8 Freighter is ideally suited for operators like
Cargolux, creating a more sustainable and profitable future. With
nearly identical payload and range capabilities as the 747-400
Freighter, the 777-8 Freighter will provide 30% better fuel
efficiency and emissions and 25% better operating costs per tonne
as the airplane to replace aging large freighters later this
decade.
"With the selection of our newest freighter as their preferred
solution, Cargolux continues its long and enduring history with
Boeing, integrating the 777-8F seamlessly into the airline's
all-747 cargo operations," said Stan
Deal, president and CEO of Boeing Commercial Airplanes.
"With its investment in the 777-8 Freighter, Cargolux will operate
the most advanced, fuel-efficient, twin-engine freighter in the
industry. The 777-8 Freighter significantly reduces CO2
emissions compared to previous models with a reduced noise
footprint, helping to advance Cargolux's commitment to sustainable
operations."
Boeing launched the 777-8 Freighter in January and has booked
more than 50 orders for the model. With advanced technology from
the new 777X family and proven performance of the market-leading
777 Freighter, the 777-8 Freighter offers the highest payload and
the lowest fuel use, emissions and operating cost per tonne of any
large freighter.
Cargolux is the largest operator of Boeing widebody freighters
in Europe with a combined total
fleet of 30 747-400 and 747-8 Freighters. Boeing and Cargolux's
partnership has spanned almost 50 years from 1973 when it received
its first Douglas DC-8 Freighter before entering the jet age in
1977 with the delivery of its first 747, a 747-200 Freighter called
'City of Luxembourg'.
The 2022 Boeing Commercial Market Outlook projects a 80%
increase in the global freighter fleet through 2041, including
approximately 940 new widebody freighters such as the new 777-8
Freighter. First delivery of the 777-8 Freighter is anticipated in
2027.
Cargolux, based in Luxembourg,
is Europe's leading all-cargo
airline operating a fleet of 30 Boeing 747-8 freighters and Boeing
747-400 freighters. The Cargolux worldwide network covers over 75
destinations on scheduled all-cargo flights and offers full and
part-charter services. The company has more than 85 offices in over
50 countries and operates an extensive global trucking network to
more than 250 destinations. With 50 years of experience in the air
cargo industry and an extensive product portfolio, Cargolux
provides tailored transport solutions for all types of shipments.
As a responsible cargo carrier, Cargolux has developed a solid CSR
program encompassing Environmental, Social, and Governance
principles. The Cargolux Group employs close to 2,500 staff members
worldwide.
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manufactures and services commercial airplanes, defense products
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top U.S. exporter, the company leverages the talents of a global
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Contact
Keelan Morris
Boeing Communications (London)
Mobile + 44(0)208 235 5664
keelan.j.morris@boeing.com
Jessica Kowal
Boeing Media Relations – Boeing Commercial Airplanes
+1 206-660-6849
jessica.m.kowal@boeing.com
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