Mexico City, Boeing (NYSE: BA) announced today a commitment by Aeromexico to purchase up to 100 single- and twin-aisle airplanes – a combination of 737 MAXs and 787 Dreamliners, as part of the airline's expansion.

The commitment by Mexico's largest airline includes a mix of 90 737 MAX 8s and 9s, as well as ten 787 Dreamliners. When finalized the order will be worth $10.8 billion at list prices.

Andres Conesa, Grupo Aeromexico's chief executive officer, said, "This order represents the largest investment program for a domestic airline in Mexican commercial aviation history and a major step forward in consolidating Grupo Aeromexico's international leadership position.

"We are announcing our medium and long-term fleet plan supported by our partners, Boeing and General Electric that will allow us to maintain a flexible structure to grow according to market conditions."

Ray Conner, Boeing Commercial Airplanes' president and chief executive officer, added, "Aeromexico has earned its place as Mexico's leading airline with a commitment to performance. We are pleased to build on our 50-year partnership with Aeromexico and provide the most fuel-efficient fleet in Mexico.

"The 737 MAX and the 787 Dreamliner provide unmatched passenger comfort and fuel efficiency allowing Aeromexico to expand their fleet, open new routes and serve new long-range markets – continuing their legacy of airline leadership." 

Powered by new LEAP-1B engines from CFM International and improvements as the advanced technology winglet, the 737 MAX  and features the new Boeing Sky Interior.

Made primarily from composite materials, the Boeing 787 Dreamliner is the first mid-size airplane capable of flying long-range routes and will allow Aeromexico to replace older aircraft on their European, Asian and South American routes, according to Boeing Commercial Airplanes. More than 850 787s are on order by 58 customers, a testament to the airplane's unique capabilities.

Aeromexico operates an all-Boeing fleet for airplanes larger than 100 seats. Grupo Aeromexico, the parent company of Aeromexico, operates its main hub out of the Mexico City International Airport. In 2011 the Group transported more than 14 million passengers and offered close to 600 daily flights to different cities in Mexico, the United States, Canada, Central and South America, as well as Europe and Asia.