Cathay Pacific to order Boeing 777-8F freighter -sources


PARIS (Reuters) – Cathay Pacific is close to placing an order for Boeing 777-8F freighters as the Hong Kong carrier embarks on the partial renewal of a fleet of 747 cargo jets, industry sources said on Monday.
PARIS (Reuters) – Cathay Pacific is close to placing an order for Boeing 777-8F freighters as the Hong Kong carrier embarks on the partial renewal of a fleet of 747 cargo jets, industry sources said on Monday.
The selection follows a competition for around half a dozen aircraft between the cargo version of Boeing’s 777X jetliner family and the Airbus A350F freighter, they said.
A Boeing spokesperson declined to comment. Cathay Pacific did not immediately reply to a request for comment.
(Reporting by Tim Hepher; Editing by Kirsten Donovan)
A freighter is a type of cargo ship designed to transport goods and materials. Freighters can vary in size and capacity, and they are essential for global trade and logistics.
Fleet renewal refers to the process of replacing older vehicles or aircraft with newer models to improve efficiency, reduce maintenance costs, and enhance operational capabilities.
The Boeing 777-8F is a freighter version of the Boeing 777X family, designed for cargo transport with advanced technology and fuel efficiency, aimed at enhancing air freight operations.
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