The airline announced that the 777-8F was its preferred choice to replace its B747-400Fs at the Farnborough International Airshow in July.
It has ordered 10 with the option for an additional 6 aircraft.
Richard Forson, President and CEO of Cargolux, says, “The agreement we signed today will consolidate Cargolux’s position as a global leader of air freight services. Replacing our ageing fleet of 747-400 Freighters with the latest technology and fuel-efficient 777-8 Freighter model will contribute to our long-term sustainability program while continuing to offer our customers the tailored service they expect.”
The 777-8F was launched in January this year and more than 50 orders have been received.
It has a near identical payload and range as the B747-400F while offering 30% better fuel efficiency and 25% better operating costs per tonne.
Stan Deal, President and CEO of Boeing Commercial Airplanes, says, “With its purchase of our newest freighter, Cargolux has invested in a sustainable future as the 777-8 Freighter will significantly reduce CO2 emissions compared to the airplanes it is replacing. Equally important, the 777-8 Freighter operates with a noise footprint up to 60% smaller than its predecessors, significantly minimising noise emissions around airport communities.”