China’s Ruili Airlines has signed an agreement with Embraer to join the Advisory Group of its Energia project, which seeks to develop sustainable aircraft for the future.
The companies will work together on the design requirements for next-generation sustainable aircraft and the potential market in China. Based at Kunming Changshui International Airport, Ruili Airlines is a full-service premium carrier focused on innovation. The airline operates a domestic and international route network across China and Southeast Asia.
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“I welcome Ruili Airlines, the first Chinese airline to join our Energia Advisory Group. The partnership between Embraer and Ruili Airlines is a significant step for the Energia project,” said Arjan Meijer, President and CEO Embraer Commercial Aviation. “We look for partners around the globe to share their innovative ideas and operational insights, adding their expertise to the sustainable aviation mission. Ruili Airlines’ perspective will be invaluable in the development of the Energia family of aircraft.”
Ruili Airlines will work with Embraer to help define performance and design requirements for its Energia concept aircraft, two 19-30 seat designs featuring hybrid electric and hydrogen electric propulsion technologies.
“We are excited to collaborate with Embraer on the Energia project. It is a great opportunity for us to work with an OEM to influence the design of sustainable next-generation aircraft, accelerating the development of sustainable aviation in China,” said Ye Yajuan, Chairman of Ruili Airlines.
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