Qatar Airways has announced that the carrier has placed the largest aircraft order in its history with manufacturing partner Boeing.

As part of its strategic fleet growth plan, the landmark order includes up to 210 Boeing widebody jets – 160 firm and 50 option – which is the largest widebody order and the largest 787 Dreamliner order in the American aerospace company’s history.

“We are happy to announce our agreement with Boeing and our partnership in the largest widebody aircraft order in Boeing’s history and the biggest aircraft order in our history,” said Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive Officer, Engr. Badr Mohammed Al-Meer.

“This is a critical next step for Qatar Airways on our path as we invest in the cleanest, youngest and most efficient fleet in global aviation.

“This is so we can meet the strong demand in the airline as we seamlessly connect passengers to the world better than anyone.”

“After two consecutive years of record-breaking commercial performance and with this historic Boeing aircraft order – we’re not simply chasing scale; we’re building strength that will allow us to continue to deliver our unmatched products and customer experiences.

“We thank our partners at Boeing for answering the call and look forward to a future of continued smart growth together.”

The order includes the firm purchase of 130 787 Dreamliners, the long-range, ultra-efficient widebody airplane family that has delivered a 25% fuel-use improvement and superior comfort for passengers, and 30 Boeing 777-9s, the world’s largest twin-engine airplane that is designed to set new standards in efficiency by reducing fuel use and emissions by 25% compared to the airplanes it replaces, while elevating the passenger flight experience.

Qatar Airways also signed options for an additional 50 787 and 777X airplanes.