John Plueger, President and Chief Operating Officer at ILFC, said:
"Our customers want a new generation of aircraft and engine combination that presents an opportunity to improve their environmental impact without compromising their operation. The Trent-powered 787 will be a great asset to our lease fleet, ensuring we can meet these demands from the marketplace."
Northwest president and CEO says:
"The Rolls-Royce team worked closely with us to define a solution that meets Northwest's needs. We are confident the Trent 1000 will deliver competitive ownership and strong reliability, supported by comprehensive maintenance service."
Jeff Knittel, President, CIT Aerospace, added:
"The Trent has proven to be a reliable engine family combining high performance and low operating costs."
Avianca's President, Fabio Villegas, said:
"Our evaluation proved the Trent solution was ideal for our operations. The new Trent 1000 retains strong family characteristics which make it the best option for our 787s."
Enrique Cueto, Chief Executive Officer of LAN, said:
"Our evaluation proved the Trent solution was ideal for our network. Trent family heritage, combined with sensible introduction of technology, provides LAN the low-risk solution we need, to ensure we meet our operational requirements. The services package offered under TotalCare will give us tailored and comprehensive engine support, underpinned by Rolls-Royce's experience and expertise."
Willie Walsh, Chief Executive Officer, British Airways, said:
"We are delighted to have concluded these contracts, which position British Airways strongly for the future. We have had a long and positive relationship with Rolls-Royce, and we look forward to continuing to work with them in the future. We believe the support of the Rolls-Royce TotalCare package will significantly benefit British Airways operations."
Sir Richard Branson, President of Virgin Atlantic, commented:
"Virgin Atlantic has chosen the cleanest possible engines for its more fuel-efficient future with the 787 Dreamliner. Rolls-Royce engines will help us cut emissions per flight by nearly 30 per cent and become the most sustainable airline in the world. Our new environmental partnership will also bring major benefits to the aviation industry, enabling us to work together on researching and developing the most efficient engines in the sky, and continuously improving the fuel burn of our fleet of aircraft."
Air Europa is wholly-owned by Grupo Globalia, one of the largest and most successful tourism groups in Spain. Juan José Hidalgo, President of Grupo Globalia, said:
"We have developed a strong reputation for Air Europa as a leading modern airline, so we strive to operate the most advanced equipment. The Trent 1000 is the next generation of aircraft engine and it offers us the best standard of environmental performance and operating costs, achieved through a comprehensive TotalCare agreement aligning our goals."
Monarch CEO Peter Brown says:
"Economic and environmental performance is a main driver for us and was key to the selection of the Trent 1000 for our 787s. Total cost of ownership is vital to preserving a healthy operation while fuel efficiency reduces the environmental impact. "With the combination of the Trent 1000 and TotalCare, we are confident we have the most effective solution, both for our business and for the environment."
Marek Grabarek, LOT's President and Chief Executive Officer, said,
"the decision to select Rolls-Royce was taken after an exhaustive evaluation. We decided the Trent 1000 represented the best all-round choice for our 787s because of its high efficiency levels and superior economics over the long-term operation of the fleet."
Tore Jenssen, Fleet Manager, Norwegian, said:
"I am delighted that we will operate Trent technology. The Trent 1000 has demonstrated world-class fuel burn, and its proven Trent family performance retention delivers this benefit longer through life. In addition, the TotalCare® long term service agreement will provide us with a comprehensive support and monitoring package, enabling us to better manage costs."
Joe Nakash, Chairman of the Nakash Group, said:
"The Trent 1000 has been specifically designed for the 787's operations and we feel this will offer us the best economic solution. The Trent-powered 787 will be the backbone of Arkia's future operations but we're also conscious about protecting our existing engine assets. Transferring the management of Rolls-Royce engines back to the manufacturer will minimise operational and financial risks for Arkia."
Peter Foster, President of Air Astana, said:
"Our aim is to continue developing as a world-class airline, and we are convinced that the marriage of the 787 and the Trent 1000 will provide us with outstanding efficiency and environmental performance. The new fleet supports our commitment to provide the highest standards of safety and service."
The airline says
"Both manufacturers came up with brilliant and innovative designs based on tried and trusted engine families that meet all the criteria of the 7E7 ideal in terms of economic and environmental performance. But in the end the Rolls-Royce Trent 1000 best met ANA's criteria."
Air China chairman Li Jiaxiang says:
"The decision to select the Rolls-Royce Trent 1000 was taken after a careful evaluation and successful negotiation. It meets the operational requirements of our Boeing 787 fleet, and the choice will be beneficial to Air China's development. Air China and Rolls-Royce have a well established collaborative relationship, and we believe that this relationship will broaden in future."
Rozman Junaidi, Vice President of Corporate Communications of Royal Brunei Airlines said:
""We have considered all elements of our fleet replacement plan to ensure that we operate the most advanced equipment. There is no doubt that the Trent 1000 is the best engine for the 787 in terms of performance and environmental impact and will therefore, make a valuable addition to our fleet."
ANZ chief Ralph Norris says
"that the airline's decision to equip the 7E7s with the Trent 1000 is a "clear signal" that the carrier wants to present itself as "innovative, efficient and committed to delivering the best product to our customers".
