BOC Aviation finalizes $8.8bn order with Boeing

BOC Aviation has placed an order for 80 B737s, which includes its first order for the re-engined MAX variant. The deal consists of 30 737-800s and 50 737 MAX 8 aircraft, to be delivered between 2016 and 2021.The lessor also ordered two additional 777-300ERs, which have already been placed with an existing customer.The order is worth up to $8.8 bn.Robert Martin, BOC Aviation’s managing director and chief executive, said: “Following the successful placement of the 50 Next Generation 737 aircraft that we ordered in 2006, this is a continuation of our commitment to be responsive to airline customers which are