Boeing to Highlight Middle East Partnerships and Growth at Dubai Airshow 2025

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Boeing (NYSE: BA) will showcase its commercial, defense and services portfolio at Dubai Airshow 2025, reinforcing an 80-year partnership with the Middle East. Boeing is a strategic sponsor of Aerospace 2050 and Aviation Mobility conferences and will present innovation and sustainability work, including the Boeing Cascade Climate Impact Model and a full-size 777X cabin section.

Exhibits and flying/static displays feature the 777-9, 777-300ER, 737 MAX/BBJ/BCF variants, and defense platforms such as F-15, C-17, CH-47, KC-46 and AH-64. Boeing leaders will speak on Nov 17–20 and media briefings and 777-9 tours are scheduled; media sign-up details and a WhatsApp updates option are provided.

• 777-9 flying display to showcase advances in commercial aviation
• Commercial airplanes on display include 777-300ER, 737 MAX, 737 BBJ and 737 BCF
• Defense static displays include F-15 Eagle, CH-47 Chinook, KC-46 Pegasus, AH-64 Apache and C-17 Globemaster III
• Interactive exhibit features full-size 777X cabin section and F-15EX flight simulator

DUBAI, UAE, Nov. 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Boeing [NYSE: BA] will showcase its leading commercial, defense and services portfolio at the Dubai Airshow 2025, underscoring the company's commitment to the Middle East, a key strategic market where it has built a legacy of partnership for more than 80 years.

"Boeing is privileged to partner with airlines and governments across the Middle East to continue building one of the world's most thriving aerospace sectors," said Dr. Brendan Nelson, president of Boeing Global. "Our success reflects the vision and ambition of our partners, from national carriers expanding their fleets to defense customers advancing regional security and innovation. Dubai Airshow is an opportunity to celebrate these achievements, reaffirm our commitment to national visions, and look ahead to the next era of aerospace growth."

Boeing is a strategic sponsor of the Airshow's Aerospace 2050 and Aviation Mobility conferences, with a focus on innovation, collaboration and sustainability. This follows record orders for the company in the Middle East, driven by significant new airplane orders, expanding defense collaboration and deepening partnerships with governments, airlines and lessors shaping the region's role as a global aviation hub.

Displays and Experiences

Visitors to the Boeing exhibit will experience immersive and interactive products and technology displays including a full-size 777X interior section with its wider cabin and spacious architecture. The exhibit will also feature the F-15EX cockpit simulator, providing hands-on experience of the fighter's performance and capabilities.

Boeing will highlight its services offerings for government and commercial customers including parts, modifications, digital services, training solutions and sustainment. The exhibit will host the Boeing Cascade Climate Impact Model, a data-modeling and visualization tool that assesses options to reduce aviation's footprint. Boeing is a strategic partner of the Vista startup hub and members of the company's venture-capital team will showcase a selection of portfolio of companies driving innovation across advanced mobility, digital aerospace and energy solutions.

Boeing's 777-9 flight test airplane will appear in the flying and static displays, demonstrating the world's largest twin-engine jet.

Commercial customer airplanes on display will include:

• Action Aviation 737-700 Boeing Business Jet (BBJ)
• Aloula 737-800
• Aquiline 777-200ER and 747-400 Boeing Converted Freighter
• Emirates 777-300ER
• flydubai 737-8
• SCAT 737-8
• Royal Jet 737 BBJ
• SolitAir 737-800 Freighter

The U.S. and U.A.E armed forces will feature a range of Boeing products including:

• F-15 Eagle
• C-17 Globemaster
• CH-47 Chinook
• KC-46 Pegasus
• AH-64 Apache
• U.S Air Force B-52 and P-8 Poseidon will participate in the flying display

Conference Speakers and Engagements

Boeing leaders will participate in the following panel discussions at the Airshow. Access the latest full agenda here: Dubai Airshow Conference Agenda

Mon. Nov. 17 | Aviation Mobility Stage| MRO

• Crystal Remfert, senior director of Digital Services, Cabin, Modifications & Maintenance, Boeing Global Services (BGS), Shaping the future of MRO: a digital shift.
• William Ampofo, senior vice president, Parts & Distribution and Supply Chain, BGS, Navigating MRO challenges to build a resilient supply chain.

Tues. Nov. 18 | Aviation Mobility Stage | Airports & Airlines Keynote

• Darren Hulst, vice president of Commercial Marketing, Boeing Commercial Airplanes, Aviation 2025 and beyond.
• Ahsen Rajput, managing director, Customer Finance Middle East & Africa, Aviation financing and leasing.

Wed. Nov. 19 | Aerospace 2050 | Sustainability

• Ryan Faucett, vice president of Sustainability, Unlocking SAF growth: Building confidence through SAF offtakes.
• Andrew Sweeney, regional sustainability lead, The collaboration imperative: Building aviation's sustainable future together.

Wed. Nov. 19 | Aerospace 2050 | Advanced Air Mobility

• Jia Xu, CEO, Skygrid, The invisible infrastructure:Why connectivity and airspace innovation will make or break AAM.

Thurs. Nov. 20 | Aerospace 2050 | Sustainability

• Andrew Sweeney, regional sustainability subject matter expert, Building the energy bridge to 2050: SAF, LCAF, eFuels and Hydrogen.

Media Opportunities

Boeing will host a series of media briefings, engagements and aircraft tours during the show.

Mon. Nov. 17

• 11:30-12:15:  MQ-28 / F-15EX Media Briefing, by Brian Hartwig, BDS Air Dominance Business Development and Garth Haselden, Boeing Defense Australia Business Development
  • Location: Boeing Exhibit 1005

Tues. Nov. 18

• 11:00-11:45: Boeing Defense Commitment to the Middle East Media Briefing by Vince Logsdon, vice president, International Business Development, BDS and Turbo Sjorgren, vice president, Government Services, BGS.
  • Location: Boeing Exhibit 1005
• 12:30-13:15: Middle East Commercial Product & 2025 Market Outlook Briefing, by Darren Hulst, vice president of Commercial Marketing, BCA.
  • Location: Boeing Exhibit 1005
• 13:30-14:30:  777X Product Overview
  • Location: Boeing Exhibit 1005

Weds. Nov 19

• 13:00-14:00:  777X Product Overview
  • Location: Boeing Exhibit 1005

Media visits to the 777-9 are available at 11:00 a.m. on November 17 and 18. Media can also request visits to the KC-46, C-17, AH-64 and CH-47 on November 19. To sign up, media and social media influencer should provide name(s), news organization, social handles and preferred day to Airshow@exchange.boeing.com by Friday, November 14.

Boeing will provide updates to its daily schedule, customer announcements and media engagements via WhatsApp. If you would like to be added to our WhatsApp list to receive updates, please email Airshow@exchange.boeing.com or WhatsApp +971 54 791 2995.

For more information about Boeing activities at the show, visit https://www.boeing.com/dubai and follow @boeing @boeingairplanes @boeingdefense on X and Boeing on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram and YouTube. Visit our Media Room for news releases, feature stories and our multimedia library with downloadable photos, video and other assets to support coverage. 

A leading global aerospace company and top U.S. exporter, Boeing develops, manufactures and services commercial airplanes, defense products and space systems for customers in more than 150 countries. Our U.S. and global workforce and supplier base drive innovation, economic opportunity, sustainability and community impact. Boeing is committed to fostering a culture based on our core values of safety, quality and integrity. Boeing's relationship with the Middle East extends back to 1945. Since then, Boeing has established a number of offices across the region including in Riyadh, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Doha and Kuwait.

For media queries, please contact Boeing Communications:

Andy Lee
Andrew.H.Lee2@boeing.com
+1 (215) 8347010

Femke Baudoin
femke.baudoin@boeing.com
+971 (54) 9961349

Boeing Media Relations
Media@boeing.com

 

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FAQ

When will Boeing (BA) participate at Dubai Airshow 2025 and what are the key dates?

Boeing's participation runs across the Airshow events with panels and media briefings scheduled Nov 17–20, 2025.

Which Boeing aircraft will appear in flying and static displays at Dubai Airshow 2025?

Displays include the 777-9, 777-300ER, 737 MAX/737 BBJ/737 BCF and defense platforms such as F-15, C-17, CH-47, KC-46 and AH-64.

What Boeing exhibits highlight sustainability and innovation at Dubai Airshow 2025?

Boeing will showcase the Cascade Climate Impact Model, a full-size 777X cabin section and venture-backed advanced mobility and energy solutions.

How can media request tours or briefings for Boeing aircraft like the 777-9 at Dubai Airshow 2025?

Media should email Airshow@exchange.boeing.com with names, outlet, social handles and preferred day by Nov 14; scheduled 777-9 visits are Nov 17 and 18 at 11:00 a.m.

Which Boeing executives will speak on panels at Dubai Airshow 2025 and what topics will they cover?

Boeing speakers include leaders such as Brendan Nelson and Darren Hulst covering topics from MRO and aviation financing to SAF growth and advanced air mobility across Nov 17–20 sessions.