3 July 2009
ROLLS-ROYCE WINS $470M TRENT ORDER FROM TURKISH FLAG CARRIER
Rolls-Royce, the global power systems company, has won a $470m order, at list
prices, for Trent engines to power seven aircraft from Turkish Airlines (Turk
Hava Yollari). The contract includes long-term TotalCare® service support.
The order, for Trent 700EP engines for Airbus A330 aircraft, is part of the
Turkish flag carrier's strategy to expand its fleet and improve its economics,
efficiency and environmental performance. Aircraft deliveries will start in
2010.
Candan Karlitekin, Chairman Turkish Airlines, said: "Today THY and Rolls-Royce
paved the way towards creating genuine value for Turkish civil aviation. New
Turkish Airbus A330s are powered by the Trent 700EP and benefits will trickle
down to all stakeholders. Turkish Airlines passengers will enjoy a great
service with great engines on wing. We envisage a bright future for THY and
Rolls-Royce has shown a real interest and commitment in contributing to this."
Nick Devall, Rolls-Royce Executive Vice President - Customer Business, said: "I
am delighted that Turkish Airlines has selected the Trent for its new A330
aircraft and we look forward to providing them with a world class service."
The Trent 700, the only engine specifically designed for the A330, remains the
market leader for the aircraft, achieving more than 70 per cent of new orders
over the last three years.
The Trent 700EP version of the engine continues to improve engine performance
by a further 1.3 per cent - confirming its position as best for fuel burn
and emissions as well as thrust and noise on the A330.
Notes to Editors:
1. Rolls-Royce, a world-leading provider of power systems and services for use
on land, at sea and in the air, has established a strong position in global
markets - civil aerospace, defence aerospace, marine and energy. In each of
these sectors, Rolls-Royce offers value-added long-term service agreements
for customers and operators.
2. In 2008, Rolls-Royce and its partners invested £885 million on research and
development, two thirds of which had the objective of further improving the
environmental aspects of its products, in particular the reduction of noise
and emissions.
3. Annual sales were £9.1 billion in 2008, of which 52 per cent came from
services revenues. The firm and announced order book at the end of 2008
stood at £55.5 billion, providing visibility of future levels of activity.
For further information please contact:
Mark Alflatt
Director of Financial Communications
Tel: +44 (0)20 7227 9307
mark.alflatt@rolls-royce.com
Amanda Price
Investor Relations Manager
Tel: +44 (0)20 7227 9307
amanda.price@rolls-royce.com
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