GE Aerospace and Silk Way West Airlines have announced an extended services agreement to support the carrier’s growing fleet of widebody Boeing aircraft.
This includes five GEnx-2B-powered 747-8 Freighters, six GE90-115B-powered 777 Freighters, and up to four GE9X-powered 777-8 Freighters.
In 2021 and 2022, Silk Way West announced the purchase of Boeing 777 8 Freighters and Boeing 777 Freighters as part of its fleet modernization strategy.
The airline has an annual cargo turnover surpassing 500,000 tons, with a network that extends to over 40 destinations worldwide, encompassing Europe, CIS, the Middle East, Central and Eastern Asia, and the Americas.
Onno Pietersma, Chief Operating Officer of Silk Way West Airlines, said: “We are pleased to announce this extension of our partnership.
“It will continue to help us deliver on our long-term strategy of sustainable growth and allow us to continuously improve the services we provide to our valuable customers.”
Russell Stokes, President and CEO, Commercial Engines and Services for GE Aerospace, said, “We are proud to continue building our relationship with Silk Way West Airlines as they modernize their fleet.
“GE Aerospace widebody engines represent the pinnacle of aviation technology, designed to lower operating costs and reduce environmental impact.”
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