META Boeing President affirms strong partnership with Qatar – The Peninsula

META Boeing President affirms strong partnership with Qatar – The Peninsula

Doha: President of Boeing Middle East, Turkey and Africa (META) Kuljit Ghata-Aura affirmed the strength of the partnership between the American company and the State of Qatar, adding that Qatar Airways was one of Boeing’s most highly valued partners.

Speaking exclusively to Qatar News Agency on the sidelines of his participation in Qatar Economic Forum Powered by Bloomberg, Ghata-Aura said that the company’s partnership with Qatar spans over nearly two decades, with 264 employees working in Qatar and reflecting Boeing’s commitment to supporting Qatar National Vision 2030.

He described the recent announcements with Qatar Airways for the new 777X freighter and 737-10 aircraft as two significant deals, adding that the company was proud to support Qatar Airways in its 25th anniversary year. He noted that Boeing’s partnership with Qatar Airways was established in May 2006, and that Qatar Airways now operates an extensive fleet of Boeing passenger and cargo airplanes. He said that, despite the difficulties posed by the pandemic, the Group has demonstrated exceptional resilience during the crisis, and stressed that Boeing will support Qatar Airways as it reopens destinations and adds new routes to its network.

He added that Qatar Airways latest orders for 777-8 freighters and 737-10 passenger aircraft are