BOC Aviation Orders 50 Boeing 737 MAX Jets to Support Global Airlines
Boeing [NYSE: BA] has secured a firm order for 50 737-8 jets from BOC Aviation, expanding the lessor's 737 MAX portfolio to 215 aircraft. This order increases BOC Aviation's Boeing unfilled orders to 139 aircraft, marking their largest Boeing orderbook position historically.
The deal aligns with industry projections showing single-aisle jets will represent 75% of global deliveries over the next 20 years. Lessors have ordered over 1,200 737 MAX jets to date, preparing to replace approximately 300 Next-Generation 737s retiring from passenger operations by decade's end.
The 737-8 can accommodate 162 to 210 passengers with a range of up to 3,500 nautical miles (6,480 km), positioning it as a versatile single-aisle aircraft for short- and medium-haul routes.
Boeing [NYSE: BA] ha ottenuto un ordine fermo per 50 aerei 737-8 da BOC Aviation, ampliando il portafoglio 737 MAX del locatore a 215 aerei. Questo ordine porta il totale degli ordini non evasi di Boeing da parte di BOC Aviation a 139 aerei, segnando la loro posizione storicamente più alta nel libro degli ordini Boeing.
L'accordo è in linea con le proiezioni del settore che mostrano come gli aerei a corridoio singolo rappresenteranno il 75% delle consegne globali nei prossimi 20 anni. I locatori hanno ordinato oltre 1.200 aerei 737 MAX fino ad oggi, preparando la sostituzione di circa 300 Next-Generation 737 che andranno in pensione dalle operazioni passeggeri entro la fine del decennio.
Il 737-8 può ospitare da 162 a 210 passeggeri con un'autonomia di fino a 3.500 miglia nautiche (6.480 km), posizionandosi come un aereo a corridoio singolo versatile per rotte a corto e medio raggio.
Boeing [NYSE: BA] ha conseguido un pedido firme de 50 aviones 737-8 de BOC Aviation, ampliando la cartera de 737 MAX de la arrendadora a 215 aeronaves. Este pedido aumenta los pedidos no cumplidos de Boeing por parte de BOC Aviation a 139 aeronaves, marcando su posición histórica más alta en el libro de pedidos de Boeing.
El acuerdo se alinea con las proyecciones de la industria que muestran que los aviones de pasillo único representarán el 75% de las entregas globales en los próximos 20 años. Los arrendadores han pedido más de 1,200 aviones 737 MAX hasta la fecha, preparándose para reemplazar aproximadamente 300 Next-Generation 737 que se retirarán de las operaciones de pasajeros para finales de la década.
El 737-8 puede acomodar de 162 a 210 pasajeros con un alcance de hasta 3,500 millas náuticas (6,480 km), posicionándose como un avión de pasillo único versátil para rutas de corta y media distancia.
보잉 [NYSE: BA]는 BOC 항공사로부터 737-8 항공기 50대의 확정 주문을 확보하여 임대사의 737 MAX 포트폴리오를 215대 항공기로 확대했습니다. 이 주문은 BOC 항공사의 보잉 미수주 항공기를 139대로 늘려 역사적으로 가장 큰 보잉 주문서 위치를 기록하게 됩니다.
이번 거래는 향후 20년 동안 단일 통로 항공기가 전 세계 배송의 75%를 차지할 것이라는 업계 예측과 일치합니다. 임대사들은 현재까지 1,200대 이상의 737 MAX 항공기를 주문했으며, 이번 10년 말까지 퇴역하는 약 300대의 차세대 737을 대체할 준비를 하고 있습니다.
737-8은 162명에서 210명의 승객을 수용할 수 있으며 최대 3,500 해리(6,480 km)의 항속 거리를 가지고 있어 단거리 및 중거리 노선에 적합한 다목적 단일 통로 항공기로 자리 잡고 있습니다.
Boeing [NYSE: BA] a obtenu une commande ferme de 50 avions 737-8 de BOC Aviation, élargissant le portefeuille 737 MAX du bailleur à 215 avions. Cette commande porte le total des commandes non satisfaites de Boeing pour BOC Aviation à 139 avions, marquant ainsi leur position historique la plus élevée dans le carnet de commandes de Boeing.
Cette transaction est en accord avec les prévisions de l'industrie montrant que les avions à fuselage étroit représenteront 75 % des livraisons mondiales au cours des 20 prochaines années. Les bailleurs ont commandé plus de 1 200 avions 737 MAX à ce jour, se préparant à remplacer environ 300 Next-Generation 737 qui seront retirés des opérations passagers d'ici la fin de la décennie.
Le 737-8 peut accueillir de 162 à 210 passagers avec une autonomie allant jusqu'à 3 500 milles nautiques (6 480 km), le positionnant comme un avion à fuselage étroit polyvalent pour les lignes court et moyen-courriers.
Boeing [NYSE: BA] hat eine feste Bestellung über 50 737-8 Flugzeuge von BOC Aviation gesichert, wodurch das Portfolio der 737 MAX des Leasinggebers auf 215 Flugzeuge erweitert wird. Diese Bestellung erhöht die offenen Bestellungen von BOC Aviation bei Boeing auf 139 Flugzeuge und markiert die historisch größte Bestellposition von Boeing für sie.
Der Deal steht im Einklang mit den Branchenprognosen, die zeigen, dass einziehbare Flugzeuge 75% der globalen Lieferungen in den nächsten 20 Jahren ausmachen werden. Leasinggeber haben bis heute über 1.200 737 MAX Flugzeuge bestellt, um etwa 300 Next-Generation 737 zu ersetzen, die bis Ende des Jahrzehnts aus dem Passagierbetrieb ausscheiden werden.
Die 737-8 kann 162 bis 210 Passagiere befördern und hat eine Reichweite von bis zu 3.500 Seemeilen (6.480 km), was sie zu einem vielseitigen Flugzeug für Kurz- und Mittelstrecken macht.
- Secured substantial new order for 50 737-8 jets from BOC Aviation
- Expands BOC Aviation's total 737 MAX portfolio to 215 aircraft
- Strong market position with lessors ordering over 1,200 737 MAX jets to date
- Aligns with projected market demand for single-aisle aircraft replacement
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BOC Aviation's order for 50 Boeing 737-8 aircraft represents a significant commercial win that strengthens Boeing's position in the critical single-aisle market. This brings BOC Aviation's total 737 MAX portfolio to 215 aircraft and expands their Boeing order book to 139 unfilled orders.
The timing is particularly notable as it demonstrates continued market confidence in the 737 MAX program. For context, aircraft lessors have already ordered over 1,200 737 MAX jets industry-wide, indicating strong institutional betting on the platform's future. This aligns with BOC Aviation's statement that this is their largest Boeing orderbook position in their history.
The order specifically targets the 737-8 variant, which offers seating for 162-210 passengers with a range of 3,500 nautical miles. These specifications position the aircraft perfectly for the most common commercial routes globally, making them highly deployable assets in BOC Aviation's leasing portfolio.
Industry projections showing single-aisle jets accounting for 75% of global deliveries over the next two decades explain lessor enthusiasm, as they anticipate replacing approximately 300 Next-Generation 737s annually through the end of this decade. This order supports Boeing's production stability and strengthens their commercial backlog at a critical time for the manufacturer.
This firm order for 50 Boeing 737-8 jets offers meaningful revenue support for Boeing's commercial aircraft division. While specific financial terms weren't disclosed, the order materially increases Boeing's backlog and provides additional manufacturing visibility.
The announcement highlights BOC Aviation's strategic portfolio expansion and their confidence in the 737 MAX's market positioning. As a leading global lessor, BOC Aviation's commitment speaks to the anticipated leasing demand for these aircraft across their customer base of over 15 airlines worldwide.
This order is particularly valuable as it comes from the leasing sector, which represents sophisticated capital allocators who carefully assess long-term asset values and marketability. BOC Aviation's decision to make the 737-8 its largest Boeing orderbook position validates Boeing's value proposition regarding the aircraft's fuel efficiency and operating economics.
The reference to replacing up to 300 Next-Generation 737s annually through decade's end illuminates the replacement cycle driving demand. This helps Boeing's narrative that 737 MAX demand remains robust despite past challenges. For investors, this order demonstrates Boeing's continued ability to secure significant commercial wins in their core product segment, supporting long-term manufacturing continuity and helping stabilize their commercial aircraft business.
- BOC Aviation will increase its Boeing order book to 139 unfilled orders.
- BOC Aviation currently has 69 737 MAX airplanes on operating leases to more than 15 airlines worldwide.
"Our strong partnership with Boeing has led to this 50-aircraft order for the fuel-efficient Boeing 737-8 aircraft. With this transaction, we have commitments to purchase over 140 of these aircraft, which is the largest Boeing orderbook position in our history," said Steven Townend, Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director, BOC Aviation. "This order will enable us to continue providing our airline customers with technologically advanced aircraft for their future fleet growth."
With single-aisle jets projected to account for
"BOC Aviation's latest investment in the 737-8 demonstrates the confidence lessors have in this airplane to meet continued air travel demand and improve fuel efficiency," said Brad McMullen, Boeing senior vice president of Commercial Sales and Marketing. "The 737-8 is much sought after by airlines due to its unmatched versatility, generating significant operational savings because of lower fuel consumption."
The 737-8, seating 162 to 210 passengers depending on configuration and with a range of up to 3,500 nautical miles (6,480 km), is the market's most versatile single-aisle airplane, capable of operating profitably on short- and medium-haul routes.
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