Silk Way West continues freighter fleet expansion with another 777

Silk Way West Airlines has ordered an additional Boeing 777 freighter with the company saying the decision was driven by its “commitment to sustainability”.

The Baku-headquartered freighter carrier initially ordered five 777 freighters back in April 2021 but has now amended the agreement to add the additional aircraft.

Two of the six freighters have already been delivered with the remaining due to be delivered by 2027. The aircraft announced today will be delivered in 2025.

“At Silk Way West Airlines, we are committed to sustainability and reducing our environmental impact,” said Zaur Akhundov, resident of Silk Way Group.

“The purchase of this additional Boeing 777 freighter aircraft is a testament to our ongoing efforts to operate responsibly and minimise our carbon footprint.”

Paul Righi, Boeing vice president of commercial sales and marketing for Eurasia added: “The unmatched capacity, range and efficiency of the Boeing 777 Freighter will help Silk Way West Airlines expand its world-class cargo operations.

“As the airline continues to build its modern freighter fleet, we are proud to be a part of the journey and provide Silk Way West Airlines with the best solutions to support its future growth.”

The airline has been expanding its fleet over recent years. As well as its order for 777Fs, the carrier has also ordered two 777-8Fs and two A350Fs. 

Following the delivery of its latest 777F in December, Silk Way West’s fleet stood at two 777Fs, five 747-8Fs and seven 747-400Fs based at Heydar Aliyev International Airport.

The Baku-based airline’s annual cargo turnover exceeds 500,000 tons, and its network covers over 40 destinations across Europe, the CIS, the Middle East, Central and Eastern Asia, and the Americas.

In line with its fleet expansion, the carrier is also planning to build a new cargo airport in Azerbaijan. 

Silk Way West continues fleet expansion with latest 777 freighter