en.Wedoany.com Reported - On April 30, 2026, Biman Bangladesh Airlines and Boeing jointly announced that Biman Bangladesh Airlines has signed the largest order in its history, purchasing 14 Boeing 787 Dreamliner and 737 MAX aircraft to modernize its fleet and expand its route network.
The new order specifically includes eight 787-10s, two 787-9s, and four 737-8s. Among them, the 787-10 is the largest model in the series and is being ordered by Biman Bangladesh Airlines for the first time, planned for high-demand routes in the Middle East; the 787-9s will serve long-haul routes to Europe and North America; and the 737-8s will be used to connect Bangladesh with destinations in the Middle East, India, and Southeast Asia.
Biman Bangladesh Airlines Managing Director and CEO Kaizer Sohel Ahmed stated: "These new fuel-efficient, technologically advanced aircraft will modernize Biman Bangladesh Airlines' fleet, enhance operational performance, and expand its international route network—strengthening Bangladesh's position in the global aviation market."
Biman Bangladesh Airlines currently operates 14 Boeing aircraft, covering models such as the 787-9, 787-8, 777, and Next-Generation 737. The new order will enhance its passenger and cargo capacity while improving fuel efficiency. The 737-8 will support the renewal of the single-aisle fleet to meet regional market demand. Compared to replacement models, the 737 MAX and 787 families can save 20% to 25% in fuel consumption.
Paul Righi, Boeing Vice President of Commercial Sales and Marketing for Eurasia, India, and South Asia, said: "We are proud to strengthen our partnership with Biman Bangladesh Airlines through this order and support its strategy of fleet modernization, network expansion, and enhancing the passenger experience. The 787-10 offers outstanding efficiency and seamless commonality with Biman's existing 787 fleet, while the 737-8, with its versatility, fuel savings, and crew commonality, serves as an ideal transition aircraft for its 737 fleet."
The 787-10 offers passengers a comfortable cabin experience, featuring the largest windows of any widebody jet, optimized air humidity and pressure, and technology that counteracts the effects of turbulence. Currently, Biman Bangladesh Airlines flies from Dhaka to 22 international destinations, with its longest route being Dhaka to Toronto via Istanbul. According to Boeing's Commercial Market Outlook, the widebody fleet in South Asia is expected to more than triple over the next 20 years, with Bangladesh continuing to contribute to this growth.
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