Airbus, Boeing get boost from Asian carriers
Asia's airlines placing new orders at Farnborough Air Show as economic growth spurs demand for new routes and extra frequencies
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ASIA'S hunger for travel gave a lift to Airbus Group and Boeing Co on Day 1 of the Farnborough Air Show. Carriers in China and Vietnam ordered new planes while those in India and Malaysia are zeroing in on the manufacturers' workhorse single-aisle jets.
Xiamen Airlines agreed to buy 30 Boeing 737 Max 200s worth US$3.39 billion at list prices, while Donghai Airlines followed up by saying it will get 25 Max 8s valued at US$2.75 billion.
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