TUNIS, March 26 (Reuters) - Algeria's national carrier

Air Algerie said on Thursday it had ordered 10 Boeing 737

MAX 8 aircraft as part of a national strategy to develop civil

air transport.

The airline said the acquisition forms part of efforts to

modernize its fleet, expand its route network and improve

service quality for passengers.

According to a company statement cited by state news agency

APS, five of the aircraft are expected to be delivered in the

second half of this year, with the other five scheduled for

delivery next year.

No financial details were disclosed.

Air Algerie said the move is part of a broader vision to

keep pace with developments in the aviation sector and meet the

demands of domestic and international markets, adding that it

would strengthen the airline's competitiveness and market

position.