Ethiopian Airlines places order for nine 787 Dreamliners

Africa’s largest carrier Ethiopian Airlines placed an order for nine 787 Dreamliner airplanes as demand for long-haul travel continues to rise, the two companies announced. The airline will leverage the 787-9 jets to grow its route network beyond the 145 international destinations it currently serves.

The airline’s latest 787 purchase follows its commitment for 11 737 Max jets announced at the Dubai Airshow last year. 

“We are pleased to confirm the order for nine Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft to further expand our existing fleet. This order underscores our continued commitment to enhancing our fleet with modern, fuel-efficient aircraft, thereby further strengthening our customer service,” said Mesfin Tasew, Ethiopian Airlines Group CEO. “We will continue to acquire more aircraft and adopt the latest technologies as part of our strategic vision to advance sustainable aviation.”

Anbessie Yitbarek, Boeing vice president of Commercial Sales and Marketing for Africa, said, “The 787 Dreamliner family has proven to be a game-changer for airlines around the world, and we are proud to support Ethiopian Airlines in their mission to connect Africa with the global community.”