Emirates' $52 Billion Boeing Order Signals Major Expansion
Originally Published 2 years ago — by CNBC
Emirates Airline has placed an order for 95 Boeing aircraft worth $52 billion, including 55 Boeing 777-9s, 35 Boeing 777-8s, and an update to their order of Boeing 787 Dreamliners. The order also includes 202 engines from General Electric. This reaffirms Emirates' position as the largest operator of Boeing 777 aircraft and highlights the Middle East's importance as a hub for long-haul journeys. The region's strong recovery in air travel demand since the pandemic has fueled airlines' optimism and orders for wide-body aircraft.