Boeing and GE Secure $14.5 Billion Deal with Etihad Airways

May 16, 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump announced a series of agreements exceeding $200 billion between the United States and the United Arab Emirates. A significant part of this deal includes Etihad Airways committing $14.5 billion to purchase 28 Boeing 787 and 777X aircraft, featuring engines from General Electric (GE). This investment aims to strengthen the longstanding commercial aviation partnership between the UAE and the U.S., boosting American manufacturing and exports.

Etihad Airways, currently operating around 100 aircraft, plans to expand its fleet to over 170 by 2030. This expansion is part of Abu Dhabi's economic diversification strategy. The airline, backed by Abu Dhabi's $225 billion sovereign wealth fund ADQ, is undergoing continuous growth under CEO Antonoaldo Neves. This year's fleet additions include 10 Airbus A321LR, 6 Airbus A350, and 4 Boeing 787 aircraft.

During Trump's visit to the Gulf region, Boeing secured its largest-ever order for wide-body aircraft. Qatar Airways confirmed an order for 160 aircraft with an option for 50 more, amounting to a total value of $96 billion.

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