Scandinavian budget carrier Norwegian is exercising options to purchase 30 more Boeing 737 Max 8 jets.
The decision will take Norwegian’s total firm commitment to the twinjet type to 80.
It had indicated earlier this year that it was nearing a decision on exercising the options.
Norwegian says the original terms of the agreement have been amended, and deliveries will run to 2031.
Chief executive Geir Karlsen says the top-up order has “attractive terms” and supports the carrier’s growth and sustainability strategy.
“By exercising the option and adjusting the delivery profile, we maintain flexibility – while reinforcing our commitment to operating one of the most modern and fuel-efficient fleets in Europe,” he adds.
Norwegian disclosed an agreement three years ago to purchase 50 737 Max 8s, which included the option for the additional 30 jets.
It says the change to the delivery schedule “ensures an efficient and balanced renewal” of the airline’s fleet, “closely aligned” with lease expiry dates.
All 737 Max jets are powered by CFM International Leap-1B engines. Norwegian stated in June that is was acquiring several spare powerplants for the Max.
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Scandinavian budget carrier Norwegian is exercising options to purchase 30 more Boeing 737 Max 8 jets.
The decision will take Norwegian’s total firm commitment to the twinjet type to 80.
It had indicated earlier this year that it was nearing a decision on exercising the options.
Norwegian says the original terms of the agreement have been amended, and deliveries will run to 2031.
Chief executive Geir Karlsen says the top-up order has “attractive terms” and supports the carrier’s growth and sustainability strategy.
“By exercising the option and adjusting the delivery profile, we maintain flexibility – while reinforcing our commitment to operating one of the most modern and fuel-efficient fleets in Europe,” he adds.
Norwegian disclosed an agreement three years ago to purchase 50 737 Max 8s, which included the option for the additional 30 jets.
It says the change to the delivery schedule “ensures an efficient and balanced renewal” of the airline’s fleet, “closely aligned” with lease expiry dates.
All 737 Max jets are powered by CFM International Leap-1B engines. Norwegian stated in June that is was acquiring several spare powerplants for the Max.
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