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European equity markets fluctuated significantly this week, largely influenced by interest rate uncertainty and recent US employment data. While airlines such as EasyJet experienced improved passenger numbers, the aerospace sector faced headwinds due to concerns surrounding Airbus. Energy stocks saw a boost as oil prices surged, with Norway's
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The board of BAE Systems is allegedly furious at the low valuation of its Airbus stake by investment bank Rothschilds, with the company's executives reportedly stunned by the estimated worth of £1.9bn, at least £1bn lower than BAE's hopes and £500m less than EADS'
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Airbus, the European Aeronautic Defense & Space manufacturer based in Toulouse, France, faces a fresh blow as the production of its double-decker A380 airplane is delayed by as long as seven months. Three leading customers, Singapore Airlines, Emirates, and Qantas Airlines, have hinted that they may seek compensation for the
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Rolls-Royce has made a significant stride in its Asian strategy by expanding its presence in China's rapidly growing aviation market. According to Rolls-Royce CEO Sir John Rose, the company's order book now represents the Asian market at about 30% of its total, a fourfold increase over
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Frontier Airlines, a Denver-based airline, has increased its peak Mexico service by 30 percent and added new flights to Chicago-Midway and Dallas domestically. This expansion is part of the airline's efforts to provide more optimal scheduling and scalable frequency in response to growing demand for its product. With
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Qatar Airways, the Persian Gulf airline, is increasingly impatient with Airbus's lack of clear information about its proposed new jet, the A350. The airline is considering canceling its order for 60 A350 jets and instead purchasing Boeing's 787 plane. This move would be a significant blow
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BAE Systems, a defence giant employing over 2,000 people in Edinburgh, has reported a strong financial performance for 2005, driven by growth in its Airbus business and UK defence contracts. The company's operating profits rose to £900 million, up from £774 million in the previous year, with
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Asian Aerospace 2006 saw the unveiling of the Airbus A380, with various advanced technologies from Goodrich Corporation, a leading supplier of systems and services to aerospace and defense markets, being showcased on board. As the largest supplier of landing systems, Goodrich was selected to provide both the main body and
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European Union Trade Commissioner Peter Mandelson has hinted that his side may be prepared to negotiate a settlement with the US over government aid to Airbus and Boeing, provided European government funding adapts to the outcome of the negotiations. The warning underscores the EU's desire to restart talks
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EADS' executives are attempting to justify billions in launch aid for the A350 by claiming Boeing's 787 is "probably the most subsidised aircraft for a long time." However, this assertion is based on a manipulated construction of reality that ignores the facts. In reality, Airbus
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Qantas Airways Ltd is exploring options to replace its aging Boeing 767-300 fleet with a new generation of wide-body aircraft. The airline has issued a request for tenders from Airbus and Boeing, aiming to strengthen its position in the competitive international market and facilitate future growth opportunities. Qantas' international
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Singapore Airlines is reportedly in talks with Airbus regarding a possible compensation package for the delayed delivery of its first A380 superjumbo, with some sources suggesting the airline could be seeking over £3 million in damages. The issue is further complicated by the airline's need to manage high
