Airbus China A320neo Orders Reach 145 as Boeing Loses Ground
Airbus secures a massive order for 145 A320neo jets in China over two days, outperforming Boeing. This Airbus China A320neo orders surge highlights shifting geopolitical alliances.
That's 145 jets in just 48 hours. European aviation giant Airbus is tightening its grip on the Chinese market, leaving its American rival Boeing struggling to keep pace.
According to Reuters, Airbus secured two major orders for a total of 90 A320neo aircraft on Tuesday. This massive win follows an order for 55 passenger jets of the same model from other Chinese airlines just a day earlier. The deals involve major carriers like Air China, solidifying the European manufacturer's dominance in the region.
Airbus China A320neo Orders: A Geopolitical Win
These orders didn't happen in a vacuum. They come weeks after Airbus' CEO accompanied French President Emmanuel Macron on a high-profile state visit to China. Analysts suggest that Beijing is using these aviation deals as a diplomatic lever, favoring European tech over American exports amidst ongoing trade tensions with the U.S.
Squeezing Out Boeing
For Boeing, this is a significant blow. China is one of the world's largest aviation markets, but the American firm has faced uphill battles due to the 737 MAX safety crisis and geopolitical friction. Meanwhile, Airbus has localized its production with a final assembly line in Tianjin, making it a preferred partner for the Chinese government.
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