Ruili Airlines has signed an agreement with Embraer to join its Energia Advisory Group – Energia is Embraer's project developing 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.
“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.
