SEATTLE, Dec. 21, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Boeing [NYSE:BA]
today announced an order for 19 767 Freighters from UPS
highlighting the 767 Freighter's outstanding operational efficiency
and payload capability to serve its customers at a time of robust
air cargo demand.
"The Boeing 767 is the most versatile aircraft we operate," said
UPS U.S. Operations President Nando
Cesarone. "Our plan to purchase 19 aircraft and take
delivery between 2023 and 2025 aligns with the strategy and capital
expenditure forecast shared during our June
2021 Investor and Analyst Day. It also supports our
sustainability efforts by making our fleet more efficient and
improving reliability," he said.
The deal adds to a record-breaking year for Boeing freighter
sales, including 80 firm orders for new widebody freighters and
more than 80 orders for Boeing Converted Freighters. In 2021 air
cargo demand has surged due to an expansion of e-commerce and
express cargo markets.
"This latest order for 19 jets bookends an incredible year for
the Boeing Freighter family," said Ihssane
Mounir, Boeing senior vice president of Commercial Sales and
Marketing. "Since the program was launched, UPS has recognized the
value of the 767 Freighter and utilized the airplane's outstanding
cargo capabilities throughout its network. These new jets will
enable UPS to meet expected near-term and long-term cargo demand
with the proven economics, reliability and flexibility that are
synonymous with the 767 Freighter."
Based on the 767-300ER (Extended Range) passenger jet, the 767
Freighter carries up to 52.4 tons of revenue cargo with
intercontinental range, serving as a flexible platform for
long-haul, regional and feeder markets. UPS was the launch customer
for the 767 Freighter in 1995, and since then has ordered a total
of 91 of the aircraft. The carrier currently operates 236 Boeing
freighters including the 747, 757, 767 and MD-11.
Boeing's 2021 Commercial Market Outlook forecasts an annual
increase of 4% in air cargo demand (Freight Tonne Kilometers) over
the next 20 years. With more than 270 orders since program launch,
the 767 Freighter continues to play a key role in supporting this
demand, together with a global freighter fleet predicted to grow by
70% by 2040.
As a leading global aerospace company, Boeing develops,
manufactures and services commercial airplanes, defense products
and space systems for customers in more than 150 countries. As a
top U.S. exporter, the company leverages the talents of a global
supplier base to advance economic opportunity, sustainability and
community impact. Boeing's diverse team is committed to innovating
for the future and living the company's core values of safety,
quality and integrity. Learn more at www.boeing.com.
Contact
Joe
Loeffler
Boeing Communications
425-306-2145
Joseph.o.loeffler@boeing.com
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