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Boeing donates $500,000 to support flooding recovery in Puget Sound

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SEATTLE—Boeing is donating $500,000 from the Boeing Charitable Trust to assist with recovery efforts in the aftermath of severe flooding in the Puget Sound area. Funding will go to the following organizations supporting recovery and relief efforts: “In this time of urgent need, we stand alongside our Puget Sound communities and our employees impacted by […]

Boeing completes $4.7 billion reacquisition of Spirit AeroSystems

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EVERETT—The Boeing Company announced on Monday, December 8, it had completed its $4.7 billion reacquisition of Spirit AeroSystems after selling it off in 2005 to investment firm Onex for $900 million in cash plus the assumption of $300 million in debt. “This is a pivotal moment in Boeing’s history and future success as we begin […]

Boeing secures FAA approval to increase 737 MAX production to 42 per month

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EVERETT—Boeing on Friday, October 17, received approval from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to increase production of its 737 MAX jetliners to 42 aircraft per month, marking a significant step for the aerospace juggernaut following a production cap imposed by regulators following the Alaska Airlines Flight 1282 incident on January 5, 2024. “I am encouraged to hear […]

Cathay Pacific Orders 14 More Boeing 777-9 Passenger Jets

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HONG KONG—Boeing and Cathay Pacific on August 5, announced the Hong Kong-based carrier is ordering 14 more 777-9 passenger jets, bringing its order book to 35 of the world’s largest twin-engine airplane. Designed to reduce fuel use and emissions on average by 20% and noise by 40% compared to the airplanes it replaces, the 777-9 […]

Boeing Q2 2025 Earnings Signal Turnaround with Surging Revenue and Shrinking Losses

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EVERETT—Amid aircraft quality issues and a lengthy labor strike in 2024, Boeing delivered a mixed yet encouraging second-quarter earnings performance in 2025, posting revenue of $22.7 billion—a robust 35% jump from the prior year—while narrowing its GAAP loss per share to $0.92 from $2.33. The company’s massive backlog swelled to $619 billion, encompassing more than 5,900 commercial airplanes, […]

50 Washington high school seniors commit to STEM careers

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RENTON—High school seniors and new graduates from across Washington state were honored Friday, June 6, at STEM Signing Day, hosted by Boeing in collaboration with the Seattle Seahawks and Partnership for Learning. Held at the National Football League’s Virginia Mason Athletic Center in Renton, the annual celebration recognized students committed to pursuing post-secondary education and […]

IAM District 751 opens new Machinists Institute & Union Hall in Everett

EVERETT—IAM District 751 celebrated the grand opening of its new 23,000-sqaure-foot Machinists Institute & Union Hall on Friday, June 6, located at 8729 Airport Road in Everett—just across the street from Sno-Isle Tech Skills Center and Boeing Everett Factory. The new institute is expected to train up to 700 new machinists per year. Designed by […]

Employment Security receives $2 million federal grant to help laid off Boeing workers

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OLYMPIA—The Employment Security Department was awarded a $2 million grant from the U.S. Department of Labor to help more than 2,000 Boeing workers living in Washington who were affected by the company’s recent layoffs. Workforce Snohomish, Future Workforce Alliance of Snohomish County and the Workforce Development Council of Seattle-King County, in partnership with Employment Security, […]

Mayor Franklin reaffirms her vision for a thriving, safe, and business-friendly Everett

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EVERETT—Everett Mayor Cassie Franklin emphasized public safety, economic investment, housing, and education at her eighth State of the City address held on Thursday evening, March 27, at Everett Apex. “My vision for our city is bold, ambitious, and clear: we are building the best city in America to run a business, raise a family, pursue […]

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