Qatar Airways now has 57 orders with Boeing. In 2006, it ordered 14 777-300ERs, six 777-200LRs and two 777 Freighters. The airline is scheduled to receive its first Boeing aircraft, a 777-300ER, later this month. The carrier had previously operated an all-Airbus fleet.

The Middle East has been experiencing continued strong air cargo growth and accounts for 5.8% of the world's tonnage into, out of, and within the region. Over the past two years, Qatar boasts one of the Gulf State's highest GDPs.

The Boeing 787 Dreamliner, scheduled for entry into service in 2008, provides passengers with a better flying experience and operators with a more efficient commercial jetliner. To date, 51 airlines have logged 736 orders, making the Dreamliner the most successful commercial airplane launch in history.

The 777 Freighter is the sixth and newest member of the 777 family of airplanes and builds upon the family's extensive use of advanced technologies. The 777 Freighter is based on the 777-200LR passenger model and is designed to facilitate easy interlining with the Boeing 747 Freighter fleet. Twelve customers have ordered 82 777 Freighters, which are scheduled to enter service beginning in the fourth quarter of 2008.