The new order includes:Eight 787-9s, Biman’s first order of this largest 787 variant to serve high demand flights to the Middle EastTwo 787-9s will support long-haul services to Europe and North America
Four 737 MAXs, the airline’s initial 737 MAX purchase, will efficiently connect Bangladesh to destinations in the Middle East, India, and Southeast Asia
The airline currently operates 14 Boeing aircraft – 787-9s (long-haul), 787-8s (short-haul), 777s (short-haul) and Next-Generation-737s (long-haul). The 787-10 will increase passenger and cargo capacity, while improving fuel efficiency. The 737-8 will help Biman renew its single-aisle fleet and meet growing regional demand. The 737 MAX and 787 families deliver 20-25% fuel-use improvement compared to the airplanes they replace.ADVERTISEMENT”We are proud to build on our partnership with Biman with this order and support their strategy to modernize their fleet, expand their network and enhance the passenger experience,” said Paul Righi, Boeing vice president of Commercial Sales and Marketing, Eurasia, India and South Asia. The 787-10 is a highly efficient aircraft that shares many features with Biman’s 787s. The 737-8 is a versatile aircraft that offers fuel savings, crew compatibility, and a seamless transition from the 737 fleet. The airline’s longest flight is via Istanbul to Toronto on a Boeing 787-9. According to Boeing’s Commercial Market Outlook, South Asia’s widebody aircraft fleet will more than double in the next 20 years. Bangladesh will continue to play a role in this growth, as the region is poised to experience significant air travel demand within the next 20 years. Boeing, a leading global aerospace company, is the top U.S.-based exporter. It develops, manufactures, and services commercial planes, defense products, and space systems, for customers in over 150 countries. Our U.S. workforce and global supplier base are responsible for driving innovation, economic opportunity and sustainability. Boeing is committed in fostering a company culture based on its core values of quality, safety and integrity.
