BOC Aviation orders 13 Boeing jets worth $1.4 billion

AFP, SINGAPORE:  Singapore-based aircraft leasing firm BOC Aviation said yesterday it has ordered 13 new Boeing 737 MAX 8 planes worth a total of $1.4 billion at list prices.
“Airlines are attracted by the 737 MAX 8’s lower operating costs and fuel efficiency,” BOC Aviation managing director and chief executive Robert Martin said in a statement.
“We are delighted to announce the inclusion of these additional aircraft as we build our future delivery pipeline.”
BOC Aviation, owned by Bank of China, is based in Singapore with offices in Dublin, London and Tianjin. It is a key customer for both European aircraft maker Airbus and its US rival Boeing.

BOC Aviation orders 13 Boeing jets worth $1.4 billion

AFP, SINGAPORE: Singapore-based aircraft leasing firm BOC Aviation said yesterday it has ordered 13 new Boeing 737 MAX 8 planes worth a total of $1.4 billion at list prices. Airlines are attracted by the 737 MAX 8s lower operating costs and fuel efficiency, BOC Aviation managing director and chief executive Robert Martin said in a statement. We are delighted to announce the inclusion of these additional aircraft as we build our future delivery pipeline. BOC Aviation, owned by Bank of China, is based in Singapore with offices in Dublin, London and Tianjin. It is a key customer for both European aircraft maker Airbus and its US rival Boeing.