Rolls wins $900m Saudi order
Aero engine maker Rolls-Royce announced today (8 April) that it has won an order worth up to $900 million (£611m) for engines to power Saudi Arabian Airlines aircraft. The contract will include a long-term service agreement.
Trent engines, selected by the airline for the first time, will power up to 12 (eight firm and four option) Airbus A330 aircraft, with deliveries beginning in 2010. The Trent 700EP (Enhanced Performance) features reduced fuel burn and
emission levels.
Rolls-Royce senior vice president Phil Harris said: "This important order marks another stage in the development of our relationship with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The superior technology in the Trent 700EP, backed up by a comprehensive TotalCare service package, will deliver significant benefits for Saudi Arabian Airlines." Saudi Arabian Airlines managing director Ali Milaat said the engines had an excellent reputation.
Currently, Saudi Arabian Airlines operates a fleet of 14 Boeing aircraft powered by Rolls-Royce.
