ISTANBUL (Reuters) – Tim Clark, the President of Emirates, announced on Tuesday that the esteemed airline is contemplating the possibility of procuring additional Airbus A350, Boeing 777X, or 787 jets, as it strategically plans for the projected demand in the aviation industry well into the 2030s.
During a global airlines conference, Tim Clark engaged with reporters on the sidelines and expressed the airline’s interest in acquiring more A350s, additional 777-9s, and potentially exploring the 787 range.
Regarding the specific number of aircraft under consideration, he tactfully refrained from divulging such information.
Mr. Clark simply stated, “All I will say is that we are looking at buying a number of extra aircraft.”
The Boeing 777X program encompasses a planned family of two large twin-engined aircraft, comprising the 400-seat 777-9 variant alongside the smaller 777-8 model.
The anticipated entry into service of these aircraft has encountered substantial delays due to certification hurdles and engine development challenges.
Emirates had initially placed an order for 150 777X jets; however, as part of a mutually beneficial arrangement in 2019, the airline revised its order to 126 aircraft while simultaneously confirming the purchase of 30 787 Dreamliners.
During his address in Istanbul, Mr. Clark expressed a heightened sense of confidence in Boeing’s capacity to overcome the obstacles and successfully deliver the new aircraft.
He further shared his expectation of receiving the inaugural batch of aircraft in the final quarter of 2025, providing a glimpse into the airline’s forward-looking plans and ambitions.
