EVA Air has disclosed a series of fleet-related transactions, including the purchase of new widebody aircraft, the extension of existing leases, and a major cabin upgrade programme.
According to stock exchange filings dated December 26, the Taiwanese carrier plans to purchase four Boeing 787-9 aircraft directly from Boeing to support its operating requirements.
Each aircraft will be acquired at a price not exceeding $485 million, putting the total transaction value at up to $1.94 billion.
EVA said the deal was negotiated based on market pricing and approved by the board, with deliveries and payment terms to be determined under the final contract.
Separately, EVA has approved the extension of leases on four Boeing 777-300ER aircraft.
The airline did not disclose the lessor or the total right-of-use asset value, noting that a supplementary announcement will be made once negotiations are finalised. The lease extensions are also intended to support ongoing operational needs.
Finally, EVA will invest up to $152 million to upgrade the cabins on six 777-300ERs.
The work will involve multiple suppliers — including Safran Seats, Recaro, Elevate Aircraft Seating, and Panasonic Avionics — and is aimed at improving cabin service quality across the carrier's long-haul fleet.
All three transactions were approved unanimously by the board, with no dissenting opinions reported.