Spirit Aerosystems site at Belfast City Airport.
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Airbus and Boeing Finalise Break-Up and Acquisition of Spirit AeroSystems

Airbus and Boeing have officially completed the long-planned carve-up of Spirit AeroSystems, bringing one of the world’s largest aerostructures suppliers under the direct control of the two dominant aircraft manufacturers. The move marks one of the biggest reshuffles of the global aerospace supply chain in decades. The transaction, finalised on [read more]

Boeing 737-10 in flight (Image: Nick Harding / Max Thrust Digital)
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Spirit Aerosystems approves Boeing takeover in a boost for 737 production

Aerostructures manufacturer Spirit Aerosystems has confirmed its shareholders have approved a takeover deal from Boeing Company as the OEM looks to secure its supply chain for Boeing aircraft sections. The acquisition was approved by a special shareholders’ meeting where shareholders voted to approve the deal which is expected to be [read more]