Emirates Signs Deal for 130 Additional GE Aerospace Engines to Power its Growing Boeing 777-9 fleet

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GE Aerospace (NYSE: GE) and Emirates announced on Nov 17, 2025 an agreement for 130 GE9X engines to power 65 additional Boeing 777-9 aircraft, including spare engines and a long-term services contract.

The deal brings Emirates' total GE9X engines on order to more than 540, reinforcing its position as the largest GE9X customer worldwide and expanding a 40-year partnership with GE. Emirates said the related 65 Boeing 777-9 orders are worth US$38 billion. GE also announced a $50 million investment in a new On Wing Support facility and noted its UAE operations include >240 employees and regional MRO and testing assets.

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• Order for 130 GE9X engines to outfit 65 Boeing 777-9 aircraft
• Emirates' GE9X orders total more than 540 engines, largest customer worldwide
• Related US$38 billion Emirates order for 65 Boeing 777-9s
• Includes spare engines and a long-term services agreement
• GE announced a $50 million investment in a new On Wing Support facility

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Aerospace Commercial Engines Strategist

Large long-term engine order and services deal meaningfully strengthens GE Aerospace's commercial engines backlog and regional support footprint.

The agreement adds 130 GE9X engines to power 65 Boeing 777-9 aircraft and includes spares plus a long-term services contract, raising Emirates' total GE9X engines on order to more than 540. The announcement cites additional aircraft orders worth $38 billion, which implies a sizable tied equipment and aftermarket services revenue stream. The GE9X's stated 10% fuel‑efficiency gain versus the GE90-115B supports fleet-level operating cost improvements for aircraft operators.

Key dependencies and risks include delivery schedules, engine production and certification pacing, and execution of long-term services contracts; regional operational durability is highlighted by testing and existing Middle East support infrastructure. The company also announced a $50 million investment in a new On Wing Support facility in the UAE, reinforcing local maintenance capacity and serviceability.

Watch delivery cadence and services revenue recognition over the next several years, particularly engine shipments and spare/support contract milestones through 2028, plus integration of the new On Wing Support center into regional MRO operations.

• Emirates and GE Aerospace have signed an agreement for 130 additional GE9X engines to power Emirates' growing fleet of Boeing 777-9s
• Agreement includes spare engines and long-term services contract
• Announcement expands on Emirates' previous GE9X orders, making the carrier the largest GE9X customer worldwide with 540 engines

DUBAI, UAE, Nov. 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- GE Aerospace (NYSE: GE) and Emirates today announced an agreement for 130 GE9X engines to power 65 additional Boeing 777-9 aircraft, bringing the airline's total GE9X engines on order to more than 540. This also includes spare engines and a long-term services agreement.

This announcement strengthens the two companies' 40-year partnership. The Dubai‑based carrier's first flight, in October 1985, was powered by GE Aerospace engines. Today, the airline serves more than 140 destinations across six continents and flies the world's biggest fleets of Airbus A380s (majority powered by the GP7200 engine) and Boeing 777s (exclusively powered by the GE90 engine).

HH Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman and Chief Executive, Emirates Airline and Group said: "Emirates is already the world's largest Boeing 777 operator and we are expanding our commitment to the programme today with additional orders worth US$ 38 billion for 65 Boeing 777-9s, and 130 GE9X engines. This is a long-term commitment and testament to our partnership with Boeing and GE, and to US aerospace." 

Russell Stokes, President & CEO, Commercial Engines & Services for GE Aerospace said: "We are proud to deepen our decades-long partnership with Emirates as we advance the future of flight together. Already the world's largest customer for GE90 and GP7200 engines, this additional GE9X order reflects Emirates' confidence in our technology and our team. We are ready to support Emirates in every way to leverage the efficiency and durability of our industry-leading solutions and services."

The GE9X engine is the world's most powerful commercial aircraft engine and the most fuel-efficient engine in its class. Available exclusively on the Boeing 777X family of 777-9 and 777-8F aircraft, the GE9X offers 10 percent better specific fuel consumption than its predecessor, the GE90-115B, with emissions that are a generation ahead in technology. It is also the most tested engine in GE Aerospace history before entry into service, including more than 1,700 dust ingestion cycles to validate durability and performance particularly in severe operating environments like the Middle East. Like all GE Aerospace commercial engines, the GE9X engine is certified to operate on approved Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) blends today.  

GE Aerospace has been a committed partner to the UAE for more than 40 years. To support the country's ambitious plans for the future of flight, GE Aerospace has a significant presence on the ground, with more than 240 employees; offices in Abu Dhabi and Dubai Airport Freezone; an On Wing Support Center in Dubai South; partnership engineering, testing, and MRO facilities across the country; and the Middle East Technology Center focused on solutions for the region's hot & harsh environment. GE Aerospace also announced a $50 million dollar investment in a new On Wing Support facility today.

About Emirates
The Emirates story started in 1985 when we launched operations with just two aircraft. Today, we fly the world's biggest fleets of Airbus A380s and Boeing 777s, offering our customers the comforts of the latest and most efficient wide-body aircraft in the skies. We inspire travelers around the world with our growing network of worldwide destinations, industry leading inflight entertainment, regionally inspired cuisine, and world-class service. 

About GE Aerospace
GE Aerospace is a global aerospace propulsion, services, and systems leader with an installed base of approximately 49,000 commercial and 29,000 military aircraft engines. With a global team of approximately 53,000 employees building on more than a century of innovation and learning, GE Aerospace is committed to inventing the future of flight, lifting people up, and bringing them home safely. Learn more about how GE Aerospace and its partners are defining flight for today, tomorrow and the future at www.geaerospace.com. 

 

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FAQ

What did GE Aerospace announce on Nov 17, 2025 regarding Emirates (GE)?

GE announced an agreement to supply 130 GE9X engines, spares and a long-term services contract for 65 Boeing 777-9s.

How many GE9X engines does Emirates now have on order (GE)?

Emirates' total GE9X engines on order increased to more than 540, making it the largest GE9X customer.

What is the value of Emirates' Boeing 777-9 order tied to the GE9X engines?

Emirates said the 65 Boeing 777-9 orders are worth approximately US$38 billion.

Does the GE9X agreement include services or spares for GE shareholders (GE)?

Yes; the deal includes spare engines and a long-term services agreement to support the fleet.

What regional investments did GE announce alongside the engine deal?

GE announced a $50 million investment in a new On Wing Support facility and noted a UAE presence of over 240 employees.

How does the GE9X compare to previous engines according to GE (GE)?

GE describes the GE9X as the most powerful and most fuel-efficient engine in its class, offering 10% better specific fuel consumption versus the GE90-115B.