Aircraft leasing company Macquarie AirFinance has placed an order for 30 Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft, Boeing said Tuesday, as the lessor continues to expand its single-aisle jet portfolio.
The order, booked in July and previously listed as unidentified on Boeing’s website, brings Macquarie’s total 737 MAX orders to 70 aircraft.
“This incremental order marks another milestone in our company’s growth strategy,” said Eamonn Bane, CEO of Macquarie AirFinance. “The Boeing 737 MAX offers exceptional fuel efficiency, reliability and passenger comfort, making it an ideal choice for our airline customers worldwide.”
The 737 MAX 8 can carry up to 210 passengers and fly up to 3,500 nautical miles, depending on configuration. Boeing says the aircraft reduces fuel use and carbon emissions by 20% compared to older models it replaces.
Brad McMullen, Boeing’s senior vice president of commercial sales and marketing, said the order reflects continued confidence in the 737 MAX from the leasing sector.
“Macquarie AirFinance’s expanded commitment to the 737 MAX is a testament to the value of this airplane among the leasing community and our airline customers,” McMullen said.
Lessor orders now account for nearly one-quarter of all 737 MAX purchases. Boeing’s 2025 market outlook projects demand for 33,000 new single-aisle jets over the next 20 years, driven by fleet renewals and air traffic growth.
Macquarie AirFinance leases aircraft to 84 airlines across 48 countries. Its total portfolio includes more than 300 owned and committed aircraft.
