Boeing and Turkish Airlines announced an order for four 777 freighters to further strengthen the airline’s position in the global air cargo market.
With this order, Turkish Airlines will operate 12 777 freighters, says an official release from Boeing.
“This new investment in expanding our cargo fleet underscores our commitment to meeting the growing global demand for air freight services,” says Ali Türk, Chief Cargo Officer, Turkish Airlines. “The addition of these Boeing 777 freighters will not only enhance our operational capabilities but also serve as another step in our strategic vision to reach the top of the air cargo sector worldwide while maintaining our leading position with our unparalleled service and efficiency for our customers across the globe.”
Turkish Airlines’ purchase of additional 777 freighters will help the carrier meet growing demand for freight services, driven by the rapid growth of e-commerce and the need for efficient and reliable transportation across the globe. The new freighters will enable Turkish Airlines to optimise its cargo operations, reduce costs and deliver goods to destinations worldwide on time, the release added.
“We are proud to continue our long-standing partnership with Turkish Airlines and support its expansion of cargo operations with the addition of Boeing 777 Freighters,” says Paul Righi, Vice President, Commercial Sales, Eurasia, Boeing. “The 777 freighter’s payload capacity, range and flexibility will enable Turkish Airlines to deliver exceptional customer service while maximising operational efficiency.”
The Boeing 777 freighter is the world’s most capable twin-engine freighter with a maximum payload capacity of 112 tonnes and a range of 9,200 kilometres (4,970 nautical miles). With more than 265 deliveries, the 777 freighter is Boeing’s best-selling freighter airplane of all time, the release added.
