The parent company of British Airways, IAG, has placed significant orders for Boeing planes, amounting to a deal worth $13 billion. This acquisition signifies Boeing’s success amidst new piecemeal trade agreements and highlights IAG’s commitment to expanding its fleet despite market uncertainties. The order includes 32 Boeing planes, contributing to a larger purchase of 71 long-haul jets split between Airbus and Boeing. This strategic move by IAG underscores the aviation industry’s ongoing investments in modernizing fleets to meet future travel demands.
— new from The New York Times