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china southern airlines
Logistics China Southern Airlines to lease 3 Boeing 777-300 converted freighters for intercontinental routes
China Southern Air Logistics has signed a long-term lease agreement with AerCap for three Boeing 777-300 converted freighters, scheduled for delivery starting October 2027. The move follows the airline's recent order of two production 777 freighters and five 777-8 cargo jets, part of an aggressive fleet expansion. The converted freighters offer 110 tons of payload and 28,600 cubic feet of volume, a 25% increase over the 777-200 freighter.
Logistics China Southern Airlines Orders Boeing 777-8 Freighters in Landmark Deal After Trade Thaw
China Southern Airlines has placed an order with Boeing for seven freighter aircraft, including five of the new 777-8 model, marking the first known purchase of the 777-8 by a mainland China carrier. The deal, announced on the Shanghai Stock Exchange, comes after a period of trade tensions and signals a reopening of the Chinese market to Boeing products. The 777-8 offers 30% better fuel efficiency than the 747-400 and is expected to deliver in 2028.
Logistics Fujian Shipping Expands Fleet with Heavylift Newbuilds
Fujian Shipping Group has ordered four new multipurpose heavylift vessels from Nantong Xiangyu Shipbuilding. This move aims to enhance their capacity in the growing project cargo market. The vessels will feature significant lifting capabilities and are part of a broader fleet renewal strategy.