The Agreement includes the order of two spare engines and a multi-year GE TrueChoice services extension for Cargolux’s fleet of Boeing 747-8F fleet powered by GEnx-2B engines.
GE Aerospace has announced it has entered into a long-term support agreement with Cargolux for the GE9X powering Cargolux’s new fleet of Boeing 777-8 freighters. The newly signed agreement includes a multi-year GE TrueChoice service agreement as well as the order of two spare engines. The contract also includes TrueChoice services extension for Cargolux’s fleet of Boeing 747-8F fleet powered by GEnx-2B engines.
In October 2022, Cargolux revealed plans to replace its ageing 747-400 freighter fleet with an order for 10 Boeing 777-8F aircraft. The GE9X is one of the most powerful aircraft engines in history and the quietest GE Aerospace engine ever produced (pounds of thrust per decibel). The engine also offers the lowest NOx emissions in its class.
“Cargolux is committed to investing in fuel-efficient engines that emit significantly less CO2,” said Richard Forson, President and CEO, Cargolux. “GE’s newest engine, the GE9X offers the latest technology which will help our airline enhance sustainability while increasing operational efficiency,” he further added.
Cargolux was the launch customer for the GEnx-2B and became the first operator worldwide to fly one million hours with the engine. Compared to GE’s CF6 engine, the GEnx engine offers up to 15 percent better fuel efficiency. Like all GE commercial engines, both the GE9X and GEnx are compatible with any approved blend of sustainable aviation fuel and normal jet kerosene.
“We are proud that Cargolux continues to choose GE Aerospace to power its modern, highly-efficient cargo fleet,” said Russell Stokes, President and CEO, Commercial Engines and Services, GE. “Our focus remains to provide Cargolux with outstanding engines like the GE9X in terms of technology and performance, as well as world-class support,” he further added.
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