Boeing Commercial Airplanes

Boeing Announces Board and Management Changes

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Monday, March 25, 2024
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Board Chair Larry Kellner has informed the board that he does not intend to stand for re-election at the upcoming Annual Shareholder meeting.

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  • Board Chair Larry Kellner has informed the board that he does not intend to stand for re-election at the upcoming Annual Shareholder meeting.
  • The board has elected Steve Mollenkopf to succeed Kellner as independent board chair.
  • Kellner has served on the Boeing Board for 13 years and served as its chair since late 2019.
  • With a strong board, an excellent management team and 170,000 dedicated Boeing employees, I am fully confident in our company's future."

American Airlines places orders for Airbus, Boeing and Embraer aircraft

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Monday, March 4, 2024
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American orders 85 Airbus A321neo, 85 Boeing 737 MAX 10 and 90 Embraer E175 aircraft.

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  • American orders 85 Airbus A321neo, 85 Boeing 737 MAX 10 and 90 Embraer E175 aircraft.
  • Narrowbody orders complement existing orders of Boeing 787-9 and Airbus A321XLR long-haul aircraft.
  • FORT WORTH, Texas, March 04, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- American Airlines today announced orders for 260 new aircraft, including 85 Airbus A321neo, 85 Boeing 737 MAX 10 and 90 Embraer E175 aircraft.
  • As part of the Boeing order, American has upgauged 30 existing 737 MAX 8 orders to 737 MAX 10 aircraft.

BWXT Names Nicole W. Piasecki to Board of Directors

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Wednesday, January 3, 2024
Engineering, Aerospace, Manufacturing, Alternative Energy, Energy, Nuclear, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Yale University, Seattle University, Boeing, BAE Systems, MBA, Boeing Commercial Airplanes, University, United Technologies, BWXT, Piasecki, BWX Technologies, Management

BWX Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: BWXT) announced today that Nicole W. Piasecki has been appointed to its board of directors effective January 2, 2024.

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  • BWX Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: BWXT) announced today that Nicole W. Piasecki has been appointed to its board of directors effective January 2, 2024.
  • Piasecki is also a senior advisor to Mitsubishi Heavy Industries and previously chaired the board of Seattle University.
  • Piasecki previously has held appointments to the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration’s Management Advisory Council and the U.S. Department of Aviation’s Future of Aviation Committee.
  • “We are very fortunate to add someone with Nicole’s business, manufacturing and technological perspectives to our board,” said Jan Bertsch, chair of BWXT’s board of directors.

Arajet Wins Best Start Up Airline at the World Aviation Summit

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Tuesday, November 28, 2023
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Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates--(Newsfile Corp. - November 28, 2023) - Arajet, the low-price airline of the Caribbean, won the Best Startup Airline of the world at the CAPA Awards this Tuesday, at the World Aviation Summit during which nine other global aviation and airport awards were also given.

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  • Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates--(Newsfile Corp. - November 28, 2023) - Arajet, the low-price airline of the Caribbean, won the Best Startup Airline of the world at the CAPA Awards this Tuesday, at the World Aviation Summit during which nine other global aviation and airport awards were also given.
  • In addition, the new airline transported more than half a million passengers in its first year.
  • Arajet is the story of a startup that was born from the desire that the Dominican diaspora could travel to our country at low prices.
  • Arajet stood out at the CAPA Awards, which are the aviation industry's leading global awards, where Alaska Airline won Best Airline/Airline Group of the year, and London Gatwick Airport won best large airport of the world.

Arajet Wins Best Start-up Airline at the World Aviation Summit

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Tuesday, November 28, 2023
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Arajet, the low-price airline of the Caribbean, won the Best Startup Airline of the world at the CAPA Awards this Tuesday, at the World Aviation Summit during which nine other global aviation and airport awards were also given.

Key Points: 
  • Arajet, the low-price airline of the Caribbean, won the Best Startup Airline of the world at the CAPA Awards this Tuesday, at the World Aviation Summit during which nine other global aviation and airport awards were also given.
  • In addition, the new airline transported more than half a million passengers in its first year.
  • Arajet is the story of a startup that was born from the desire that the Dominican diaspora could travel to our country at low prices.
  • Arajet stood out at the CAPA Awards, which are the aviation industry's leading global awards, where Alaska Airline won Best Airline/Airline Group of the year, and London Gatwick Airport won best large airport of the world.

Boeing Names Stephanie Pope Chief Operating Officer

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Monday, December 11, 2023
Safety, NYSE, Engineering, Security (finance), Culture, Boeing Commercial Airplanes, Executive Council, Government, Airline, Boeing

ARLINGTON, Va., Dec. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Boeing [NYSE: BA] today announced Stephanie Pope as executive vice president and chief operating officer of The Boeing Company.

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  • ARLINGTON, Va., Dec. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Boeing [NYSE: BA] today announced Stephanie Pope as executive vice president and chief operating officer of The Boeing Company.
  • In this newly created position, effective January 1, 2024, Pope will report to Boeing President and Chief Executive Officer Dave Calhoun.
  • The business unit Chief Executive Officers, the Boeing Chief Engineer and the President of Boeing Global will report directly to Pope.
  • Previously, she was chief financial officer of Boeing Commercial Airplanes.

Liberty Hall Capital Partners Appoints Kevin L. Schemm as Operating Advisor and Lead Director of Accurus Aerospace Corporation

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Thursday, December 7, 2023
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CHARLESTON, S.C., Dec. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Liberty Hall Capital Partners ("Liberty Hall"), a private equity firm focused exclusively on investments in businesses serving the global aerospace and defense industry, announced today the appointment of Kevin L. Schemm as Operating Advisor and Lead Director of Accurus Aerospace Corporation ("Accurus"), a leading global supplier of highly engineered structural parts, complex assemblies and electromechanical subsystems to the global aerospace industry focused on the highest value and fastest growing commercial, business jet, military aerospace and space platforms.

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  • CHARLESTON, S.C., Dec. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Liberty Hall Capital Partners ("Liberty Hall"), a private equity firm focused exclusively on investments in businesses serving the global aerospace and defense industry, announced today the appointment of Kevin L. Schemm as Operating Advisor and Lead Director of Accurus Aerospace Corporation ("Accurus"), a leading global supplier of highly engineered structural parts, complex assemblies and electromechanical subsystems to the global aerospace industry focused on the highest value and fastest growing commercial, business jet, military aerospace and space platforms.
  • "Our professional relationship with Kevin began almost fifteen years ago," said Rowan Taylor, Liberty Hall's founding and Managing Partner.
  • Mr. Schemm earned his B.S in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from Kansas State University and an M.B.A from the University of Washington.
  • In addition to his roles with Liberty Hall and Accurus, he currently serves as a Senior Advisor to McKinsey & Company and Vice Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Virginia Mason Health System.

Blue Current Bucks Industry Trend by Delivering Steady Progress Towards a Safe, High Energy Density Solid State Battery

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Thursday, December 7, 2023
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HAYWARD, Calif., Dec. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Uses Silicon First Approach to Achieve Technology Milestones and Business Momentum

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  • Blue Current, Inc., a leader in the next phase of the all-solid-state battery (ASSB) industry, announced a series of technical achievements, expanded partner engagements, and funding.
  • The company is using this added funding to complete its 22,000-square-foot pilot manufacturing facility at its headquarters in Hayward, California.
  • Blue Current's battery is also safe and completely dry without flammable liquid or gel electrolyte materials used in traditional LIB.
  • Blue Current is excited to expand its relationships with global material suppliers, manufacturers, and customers focusing on safe and high-performance battery technology.

Royal Jordanian Grows its Long-Haul Fleet With Order for Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners

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Monday, November 13, 2023
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DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, Nov. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Boeing [NYSE: BA] and Royal Jordanian announced today an order for four 787-9 Dreamliner jets as the airline expands and modernizes its widebody fleet.

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  • DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, Nov. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Boeing [NYSE: BA] and Royal Jordanian announced today an order for four 787-9 Dreamliner jets as the airline expands and modernizes its widebody fleet.
  • "Our decision to add the 787-9 Dreamliners to our fleet is a testament to our dedication to providing an unparalleled travel experience," said Samer Majali, vice chairman and CEO of Royal Jordanian.
  • "This move aligns seamlessly with our broader strategy of fleet modernization, emphasizing fuel efficiency, sustainability and passenger comfort.
  • "We are confident Royal Jordanian will profitably expand its network and operate a more sustainable fleet with these new fuel-efficient jets."

flydubai Orders 30 Boeing 787 Dreamliners, Its First Widebody Airplanes

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Monday, November 13, 2023
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"I am proud today to see flydubai evolve further, surpassing labels and challenging the traditional conventions around travel.

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  • "I am proud today to see flydubai evolve further, surpassing labels and challenging the traditional conventions around travel.
  • The highly fuel-efficient Boeing 787 Dreamliner will allow flydubai to expand its horizon and cater to the growing demand on existing routes."
  • "The Boeing 787 Dreamliner offers a perfect combination of operational excellence, fuel efficiency as well as passenger appeal."
  • Nearly half of these deliveries will be widebody airplanes, driven by the region's growing position as an international air transit hub.