Why is this important
This is not just a major contract — it shows the restoration of confidence in Boeing and Uzbekistan’s strategic role in aviation investments. For Uzbekistan Airways, this is an opportunity to significantly renew the fleet and master long-haul routes.
What happened
- Uzbekistan Airways ordered 14 Boeing 787‐9 aircraft with the option to purchase 8 more.
- Donald Trump estimated the deal to be over $8 billion and said it would create around 35,000 jobs in the US.
- Boeing noted that this is the largest single order for Uzbekistan Airways.
- Market players associate the rise in stocks with the restoration of optimism after a difficult period: security problems, strikes, and so on.
- An additional driver is the expectation of a possible large order from China, which is being considered as part of a broad deal with Boeing. US diplomats in China have already stated that the negotiations are nearing completion.
Context
In 2025, Boeing intensified its efforts to restore the brand after several negative incidents. The order from Uzbekistan corresponds to the strategy of renewing the fleets of regional airlines and expanding international routes. Uzbekistan Airways already operates 787-8 aircraft and expects that 787-9 will provide greater range and flexibility for flights to the USA and other distant destinations.
