WORLD: AIRCRAFT ENGINE DEMAND FORECAST

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Aircraft engine demand will reach an estimated 48,100 units worldwide between 2000-2019, predicts Rolls-Royce. For the period between 1998 and 2107, the UK-based aircraft engine maker had previously forecast demand for 44,500 units. In value terms, projected demand is US$ 337bn, compared with 280bn previously. The value of aircraft deliveries will be US$ 1.460bn between 2000 and 2019, according to the company, compared with the US$ 1.300bn projected for 1998 to 2017. Aircraft with at least 400 seats would make up 19% of overall demand over the period to 2019, compared with the 19% projected over the period to 2017. Aircraft with 180 seats will account for 11% of overall demand, compared with 8% in its 1998 study.

Sales & consumption, Aircraft Engines & Parts, Aircraft Engine and Engine Parts Manufacturing, World, Aircraft engines and engine parts, Supply and demand, Aircraft engine industry, Aircraft engines

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US: BOEING REVEALS POSSIBLE 747X LAUNCH

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Boeing expects to launch the B747X model inside the coming six to nine months at a cost of around US$ 4bn. The US-based aircraft maker revealed its plans on 6 July 2000 for the aircraft, which is 10% smaller than the A3XX that Airbus Industrie is proposing.

United States, Product introduction

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Fasten your seat belt

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Boeing is being forced to review its image and strategy as it faces competition from younger rivals. It wishes to move away from being seen as totally reliant on aircraft for its financial performance.

Author: Clement, Barrie
Management

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Subjects list: Aircraft industry, Aircraft, Boeing Co., BA
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