Bahrain's Gulf Air announced the signing of the final agreement to purchase Boeing B787 Dreamliner aircraft, which was announced last July during the official visit of Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, to the United States, on the sidelines of the Dubai Airshow 2025.
For his part, Khalid Hussain Taqi, Chairman of Gulf Air Group, explained that signing the final agreement marks an advanced step in Gulf Air's efforts to develop its fleet over the long term, according to a press release published on the Gulf Air website.
He added that by confirming the order for Boeing B787 Dreamliner aircraft, we are moving forward with implementing our strategy aimed at increasing operational capacity, strengthening our long-haul capabilities and offering our passengers a more advanced and sustainable travel experience. He noted that the agreement also reflects the extension of the close relationship between Gulf Air and Boeing, which has helped support the carrier's growth over decades.
For her part, Stephanie Pope, President and CEO of Boeing Commercial Airplanes, affirmed that Gulf Air is taking serious steps toward expanding its presence in the world, adding that the airline chose the Boeing B787 Dreamliner as a cornerstone of its current and future fleet, as the high operational efficiency of these aircraft and the passenger comfort they provide are in line with Gulf Air's commitment to achieving sustainable growth.
It is worth noting that the memorandum of understanding signed in Washington between Gulf Air and Boeing to explore opportunities to develop and localize maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) capabilities in the Kingdom of Bahrain comes as part of efforts aimed at strengthening the Kingdom of Bahrain's position as a regional hub in the aviation sector, supporting the development of national talent and attracting value-added technical investments.
Through this agreement, the Boeing B787 Dreamliner will strengthen its pivotal role in Gulf Air's fleet thanks to its advanced technologies and outstanding level of cabin comfort, while confirming this order will help support Gulf Air's plans to modernize its fleet and continue progressing toward its international environmental sustainability commitments.
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