Press Release
BOC AVIATION PLACES ORDER FOR UP TO 300 ENGINES FROM CFM INTERNATIONAL
20 Jul 2026
BOC Aviation Limited (“BOC Aviation” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce orders and options for up to 200 LEAP-1A and 100 LEAP-1B engines from CFM International Inc (“CFM”). These engines will power a significant proportion of the Airbus A320NEO family and Boeing 737-8 aircraft in the Company’s orderbook.
“This is our largest-ever engine transaction and it will support our growth from this decade into the next,” said Steven Townend, Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director. “The significant emissions reductions and lower fuel-burn characteristics of the CFM LEAP engine family align with our commitment to building one of the most environmentally-friendly fleets of any major lessor.”
“We are honored to be such an integral part of BOC Aviation’s long-term strategy, both in terms of fleet growth as well as achieving its important sustainability goals,” said Gaël Méheust President and CEO of CFM International. “We value the deep relationship our two companies share and are committed to delivering the product attributes and support that BOC Aviation and its customers have come to rely on from CFM.”
About BOC Aviation
BOC Aviation is a leading global aircraft operating leasing company with a portfolio of 811 aircraft and engines owned, managed and on order. Its owned and managed fleet was leased to 88 airlines in 45 countries and regions worldwide as at 30 June 2026. BOC Aviation is listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange (HKEx code: 2588) and has its headquarters in Singapore with offices in Dublin, London, New York and Tianjin. For more information, visit www.bocaviation.com.
About CFM International
A 50/50 joint venture between GE Aerospace and Safran Aircraft Engines, CFM International has redefined international cooperation and helped change the course of commercial aviation since its founding in 1974. Today, CFM is the world's leading supplier of commercial aircraft engines with a product line that sets the industry standard for efficiency, reliability, durability, and optimized cost of ownership. CFM International produces the LEAP family of engines and supports LEAP and CFM56 fleets for operators worldwide. Discover more at www.cfmaeroengines.com.
*******
For more information, please contact:
Timothy ROSS
Tel: +65 6325 9878
Mobile: +65 9837 9873
[email protected]
www.bocaviation.com