Dhaka's international links set to widen as Biman order book reaches 25 jets

Biman Bangladesh Airlines has signed a deal for 11 more Boeing aircraft — five 787-10 Dreamliners and six 737-8 jets — Boeing and the airline announced on 23 September 2026. The order is the Bangladeshi flag carrier's second Boeing purchase this year and takes its total order book to 25 787 Dreamliner and 737 MAX aircraft.

Key facts

• Announced: 23 September 2026, signed on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly
• Aircraft ordered: five 787-10 and six 737-8 jets
• Total order book: 25 787 Dreamliner and 737 MAX aircraft
• Earlier order: 14 787 Dreamliner and 737 MAX aircraft placed earlier in 2026
• Purpose: fleet renewal and international network expansion

What has Biman ordered?

The purchase covers five 787-10 widebody jets and six 737-8 single-aisle aircraft. It follows the airline's largest-ever order for 14 787 Dreamliner and 737 MAX aircraft earlier this year, bringing the combined order book to 25 aircraft.

Boeing said the 737-8 will bring greater range to Biman's single-aisle network, while the 787-10 adds higher capacity alongside the 787-9 and 787-8 aircraft the airline already operates. The 787 Dreamliner and 737 MAX families are described as delivering 20–25% more fuel efficiency than the aircraft they replace.

Why is Biman expanding?

Biman chairman Rumee A. Hossain said the supplemental agreement is "an important step in Biman's ongoing fleet renewal and network expansion" and responds to specific requirements in the airline's fleet plan. He said the airline remains committed to developing its network and capabilities to meet the connectivity needs of Bangladesh's people, expatriate community, business and tourism.

Boeing senior vice president Brad McMullen said the additional aircraft will deliver the efficiency, versatility and reliability Biman needs to support Bangladesh's growing role in global aviation.

Where does Biman fly today?

Biman currently operates 787, 777 and 737 Next-Generation aircraft across its international network, connecting Bangladesh with major hubs in the Middle East, South and Southeast Asia, and Europe.

What this means for travellers

The order is part of Biman's stated plan to modernise its fleet and expand global connectivity, though no delivery dates, new routes or schedule changes have been announced. Travellers flying to or from Bangladesh can expect the airline's current network to remain centred on the Middle East, South and Southeast Asia, and Europe.

The signing was attended by Bangladesh's Minister of Civil Aviation and Tourism, Rashiduzzaman Millat, and U.S. Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick, among other officials. No further details on delivery timelines have been released.