KLM Completes its Boeing 787 Dreamliner Fleet with Krokus, Boosting New Long-Haul Travel Growth, Efficiency and Passenger Experience

KLM has celebrated the completion of its Boeing 787 Dreamliner fleet with the delivery of its 28th Dreamliner, named Krokus. The addition of the new Dreamliner is more than a completion of a fleet program. It strengthens KLM’s position to drive post-pandemic international travel growth, which continues to evolve.

KLM can now fully service its intercontinental network after the completion of the Dreamliner fleet. KLM can now also enhance its schedule reliability and expand its capacity on intercontinental flights to accommodate rising passenger demand and fully modern fleet.

A Decade of Fleet Investment Shaping Travel Demand

KLM’s Dreamliner journey began over 10 years ago with the arrival of its first Boeing 787-9, Zonnebloem. Since then, the airline has steadily expanded the fleet to 13 Boeing 787-9s and 15 Boeing 787-10s, reflecting a long-term commitment to fleet renewal aligned with travel demand trends.

The introduction of the first 787-10, Oranjebloesem, in 2019, just 100 days before KLM’s centenary, added higher-capacity aircraft at a time when long-haul travel demand was growing. Today, that capacity plays a crucial role as international travel continues to recover and passenger numbers rise on key global routes.

Dreamliner Comfort Driving Passenger Preference

The Boeing 787 Dreamliner is designed to enhance the long-haul travel experience, offering larger windows, improved cabin air quality, quieter engines, and a more spacious interior. These features directly support travel growth by making long journeys more comfortable and appealing to passengers.

For KLM, improved comfort translates into stronger customer loyalty, higher load factors, and sustained demand across business and leisure markets. As travellers increasingly prioritise comfort on long-haul flights, the Dreamliner fleet becomes a competitive advantage in attracting and retaining passengers.

Premium Comfort Class Captures Growing Travel Segments

Since last winter, all KLM Dreamliners have been equipped with Premium Comfort Class, responding to a clear shift in traveller preferences. This cabin offers extra legroom, enhanced seating, and a dedicated catering concept, bridging the gap between Economy and Business Class.

The introduction of this class supports travel growth by appealing to passengers willing to pay more for comfort without opting for premium cabins. It also enables KLM to maximise revenue while catering to evolving travel patterns, including blended business and leisure travel.

Fleet Efficiency Supporting Sustainable Travel Expansion

Completing the Dreamliner fleet gives KLM a highly efficient and modern widebody backbone. The Boeing 787 family consumes significantly less fuel per passenger compared to older aircraft, allowing the airline to add capacity while managing costs and environmental impact.

Efficient aircraft are essential for sustaining travel growth in a competitive global market. With lower operating costs and improved reliability, KLM can maintain frequency on popular routes, explore new destinations, and respond quickly to shifts in global travel demand.

Enabling Network Growth and Global Connectivity

The combination of 787-9 and 787-10 aircraft provides KLM with flexibility to match capacity to route demand. Smaller aircraft can serve developing long-haul markets, while larger variants support high-demand routes, enabling balanced network growth. This flexibility is critical as global travel patterns change. Completing the Dreamliner fleet allows KLM to strengthen its role as a major European hub carrier, supporting increased connectivity for travellers across Europe, North America, Asia and beyond.

A Visible Symbol of Modern Travel

The Dreamliner has also become part of KLM’s public identity. A miniature Dreamliner has been displayed at Madurodam since 2016, highlighting the aircraft’s role in modern Dutch aviation and its connection to future travel innovation. This visibility reinforces KLM’s message of combining heritage with forward-looking investment, an approach that resonates with travellers seeking reliability and modern service.

What This Means for Future Travel Growth

Now that Krokus has arrived, KLM can proudly say that they have completed the transformation of their fleet, positioning them excellently for the next phase of growth for global travel. KLM’s Dreamliner fleet offers higher passenger volumes, better comfort, and sustainable expansion over long-haul markets.

KLM can now grow their routes, increase travel frequencies, and most importantly, enhance the travel experience they offer. While the KLM Dreamliner program may look like just another milestone for the fleet, it is, in fact, far more. It is KLM’s way of saying they fully intend to support long-term travel growth and to remain competitive in the global aviation market.

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