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Boeing sells first private jet in China
(AFP)
Updated: 2005-09-13 07:07
SEATTLE, United States - US aviation giant Boeing Co. said it had received
its first order from China for the ultimate in capitalist playthings -- the
private business plane. AFP reported.
The company said the Hong Kong-based
operator that is buying the Boeing Business Jet wanted to remain anonymous.
"We are absolutely thrilled and confident that this order will be the first
of many in the growing China market for VIP airplanes," BBJ president Steven
Hill said.
"Over the next few years, we anticipate steady growth throughout Asia, and
the BBJ's spacious cabin, long range and sophisticated communication systems
make it an ideal airplane for that region," he added.
The BBJ is derived from Boeing's 737-700, which can seat up to 149 passengers
in commercial configuration.
Private planes join other premium objects of desire tapping into demand from
China's growing legion of millionaires.
Rolls-Royce Motors is reportedly planning to sell 50 of its luxury cars to
well-heeled Chinese buyers this year.
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