Striking Boeing defense workers to vote on latest contract
More than 3,000 striking Boeing defense workers will vote Thursday on a revised contract proposal that comes closer to their demands. Boeing’s latest offer — which has been endorsed by IAM District 837 union leaders behind the strike — includes an upfront “ratification bonus” of $6,000. If accepted, striking workers in the midwestern states of […]
British Airways owner unveils big Boeing, Airbus order
IAG, owner of British Airways and Spanish carrier Iberia, announced Friday a multi-billion dollar order for Boeing and Airbus planes, as it maintained its outlook despite economic uncertainty. Demand for air travel remains strong, IAG said, as US President Donald Trump’s tariffs assault threatens to hamper global growth and knock business confidence. The announcement comes […]