Boeing’s efforts to reacquire Spirit AeroSystems, a move that would reverse a 2005 divestment, have encountered an obstacle in the valuation of factories that produce components for Airbus. According to Bloomberg News, the complexity arises from Spirit’s involvement in the supply chains of multiple aircraft manufacturers, including Boeing, Airbus, and Northrop Grumman. Boeing’s initial announcement of the acquisition in March was part of a broader plan to enhance the safety and quality of its aircraft. However, recent scrutiny from lawmakers and aviation authorities following an incident involving a 737 Max 9 jet has intensified the pressure on Boeing. Negotiations among the involved parties continue, but an agreement has yet to be reached. Boeing has declined to comment, while Airbus has acknowledged that talks are still in their early stages.
Boeing’s Spirit AeroSystems Reacquisition Stalled by Factory Valuation
