At the 2021 Dubai Airshow, Boeing and the United Republic of Tanzania confirmed an order for a 787-8 Dreamliner, a 767-300 Freighter, and two 737 MAX jets. Air Tanzania, Tanzania’s national flag airline, will use the jets to expand service from the country to new markets in Africa, Asia, and Europe. The order, worth more than $726 million at list prices, had previously gone unnoticed on the Boeing Orders and Deliveries website.
“Our flagship 787 Dreamlineris popular with our passengers, providing unrivaled in-flight comfort and ultra-efficiency for our long-haul growth,” said Air Tanzania CEO Ladislaus Matindi.
He added, ”Adding to our 787 fleets, the introduction of the 737 MAX and 767 Freighter will give Air Tanzania exceptional capability and flexibility to meet passenger and cargo demand within Africa and beyond.”
“Africa is the third fastest-growing region worldwide for air travel, and Air Tanzania is well-positioned to increase connectivity and expand tourism throughout Tanzania,” said Ihssane Mounir, Boeing senior vice president of Commercial Sales & Marketing.
He also said, “We are honored that Air Tanzania has chosen Boeing for its fleet modernization program by adding an additional 787 and introducing the 737 MAX and the 767 Freighter into its expanding network.”
Based in Dar es Salaam, the carrier will add to its current fleet of 787s, using the new 737s for its regional network and the 767 Freighter to meet Africa’s growing cargo demand.
According to Boeing’s 2021 Commercial Market Outlook, Africa’s airlines would require 1,030 new aeroplanes costing $160 billion by 2040 and $235 billion in aftermarket services such as manufacture and repair to support development in air travel and economies across the continent.
Boeing’s history in Africa dates back over 75 years, with over 60 airline clients flying up to 500 Boeing jets. Boeing maintains a presence in Johannesburg, South Africa, as well as field service representatives that assist commercial customers across the continent.
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