Aviation: Boeing stops production of the 777 freighter
The reason for the shutdown is, according to insiders, a dispute with the supplier. Production of the 767 model is also affected. In the future, Boeing wants to secure itself.
Boeing's production of the 777 freighter has been halted for almost two months due to a dispute with a supplier, Vaero, according to insiders. The 767 model is also affected as it requires a crucial part for its wings that Vaero is the sole supplier of. Boeing sued Vaero in August, citing losses of up to $6.5 million per day, but despite a settlement in late September, production remains halted.
Boeing is now attempting to take over production of the affected part to secure its supply chain. Two partially assembled 777 freighters have been removed from final assembly, including one reportedly destined for FedEx.
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