Thai Airways firms up Boeing 777-300ER order worth $1.7bn

20 Aug 2011

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Thai Airways International has placed a firm order for six Boeing 777-300ER (Extended Range) airplanes, the company has confirmed. The deal is valued at approximately $1.7 billion at Boeing list prices.

Rendering of Thai liveried B-777. Image: BoeingAccording to Boeing, the order brings to maturity a MoU with Thai to purchase B777-300ERs announced during the Paris Air Show in June.

''These additional Boeing 777-300ERs will support our commitment to expanding market presence while delivering profitable growth,'' said Thai president Piyasvasti Amranand. ''The 777-300ER sets the standard for twin-aisle reliability because Boeing continuously incorporates new technology and innovations into the airplane to improve operating cost and airplane performance. And, with a wider and more spacious cabin, the Boeing 777-300ER is preferred by passengers in every class.''

Thai has an extensive fleet of Boeing models, including the 777-200, 777-200ER, 777-300 and 777-300ER. The fleet's nearly 90 aircraft are mostly Boeing aircraft.

Thai and Boeing are also expected to finalise an order for the lease of eight 787 Dreamliners.

Also in the works is a lease agreement between Thai Airways International and BOC Aviation for eight Boeing 777-300ERs.

Thai Airways is the flag carrier and largest airline of Thailand.

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