Etihad close to landing deal for 10 Boeing 787 Dreamliners - Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More

Etihad is reported to be close to a landing deal for 10 Boeing 787 Dreamliners, though the article says an agreement is not guaranteed as negotiations continue. It notes that Etihad CEO Antonoaldo Neves confirmed in June that the airline is actively seeking to add aircraft, weighing an order of double-digit wide-body planes. Both Etihad and Boeing declined to comment. The report places the potential order in a broader recovery context for Middle Eastern carriers after regional conflict disrupted operations earlier this year, while Etihad has begun restoring many flights and increasing services to international destinations. The 787 Dreamliner is cited as a fuel-efficient long-haul platform with around 20–25% lower fuel consumption and reduced operating costs. It also references Etihad’s 2025 commitment of $14.5 billion for 28 wide-body aircraft, with deliveries beginning in 2028, competing with Airbus for orders.