Bombardier Inc. reports developments tied to its business-jet portfolio, aircraft services, financial performance, capital structure and shareholder governance. Company news commonly covers the Global and Challenger families, including the Global 8000, Global 6500 and Challenger 3500, as well as aircraft displays, customer outreach and product-positioning updates in key business aviation markets.
Bombardier also issues updates on operating results, backlog, services activity, free cash flow guidance, debt redemptions, senior note financing and annual shareholder voting matters. Its disclosures describe a manufacturer and service provider that designs, builds, modifies and maintains aircraft for private, corporate, government and military customers, with production and completion facilities in North America and a global service network.
Bombardier (BDRBF) has appointed Jeanne Boillet to its Board of Directors, effective October 1, 2026.
Boillet recently retired from EY after more than four decades in audit, governance, innovation and business transformation across France and Switzerland, including serving as Lead Audit Partner for major CAC 40 and Swiss Market Index companies. She held global leadership roles at EY, led its Global Assurance innovation agenda integrating analytics and artificial intelligence into audit platforms, and oversaw a global community of audit partners for the firm’s 35 largest audit clients.
Bombardier (BDRBF) received U.K. Civil Aviation Authority approval for its Global 8000 business jet to land at London City Airport, effective immediately.
This clearance enables nonstop connections from cities such as Singapore, Los Angeles, Honolulu and Buenos Aires directly into London’s financial hub, potentially cutting ground transfer times by an estimated 60–90 minutes compared with using alternate airports. The Global 8000 has a top speed of Mach 0.95, a range of 8,000 nautical miles and a business-aviation cabin altitude of 2,691 ft, and is already certified by Transport Canada, the FAA and EASA.
Bombardier (BDRBF) highlights its contribution to the U.S. aerospace industry, citing tens of thousands of American jobs and a supply chain of about 2,800 U.S. companies across 47 states, with over $2.5 billion spent annually on American suppliers.
The company notes key U.S. production sites, including Red Oak, Texas and the Los Angeles area, and plans to expand defense and service activities, including inaugurating a new facility in Fort Wayne, Indiana later in 2026.
Bombardier (OTC:BDRBF) agreed to acquire the assets of MHI Canada Aerospace (MHICA) from Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, subject to regulatory approvals and customary closing conditions, with closing expected later in 2026. The Mississauga, Ontario operation brings aerostructure manufacturing capabilities and an experienced team of about 750 employees into Bombardier’s network.
According to Bombardier, the deal will strengthen its in-house aerostructures capabilities, manufacturing footprint, supply-chain resilience and operational autonomy to support its aircraft programs and sustained customer demand. MHI plans to work closely with Bombardier to ensure an orderly transition and will provide transitional support after closing to maintain continuity for programs and MHICA employees.
Bombardier (BDRBF) announced that Moody’s upgraded its corporate credit rating from Ba3 to Ba2 and maintained a positive outlook. According to Bombardier, this is Moody’s second upgrade for the company in the past 12 months and reflects consistent operational performance, deleveraging efforts, earnings growth, free cash flow generation and increased revenue diversification through Services and Defense.
Bombardier added that the upgrade is supported by a strong backlog and growth prospects across all business lines and views it as a key milestone in strengthening its financial profile and creating long-term stakeholder value. The company credited its global workforce and continued execution of strategic priorities for this progress.
Bombardier (OTC:BDRBF) announced it achieved the No. 1 ranking in the AIN Product Support Survey for the third consecutive year and in the Professional Pilot Magazine Product Support Survey for the second consecutive year. The company credits its global service network, ongoing investments in expanded capabilities and focus on seamless customer experience for these results. Bombardier supports a fleet of more than 5,200 aircraft through 10 service facilities in six countries and emphasizes its commitment to reliability, efficiency, sustainability and customer care.
Bombardier (OTC:BDRBF) will host its 4th annual Flight Attendant Safety Summit in Montreal on August 5–6, 2026. The free, two-day event offers workshops and expert presentations on cabin safety, evacuation training, security, and medical emergencies for flight attendants and aviation professionals across all aircraft types.
Bombardier (OTC:BDRBF) will showcase its Challenger 3500 business jet at LABACE 2026, held Aug. 4–6 at Campo de Marte Airport in São Paulo, as part of a 10-city Latin American tour.
According to Bombardier, the Challenger 3500 offers a range of 3,400 NM and a top speed of Mach 0.83, enabling routes such as São Paulo–Bogota and São Paulo–Panama City. The tour includes stops in Mexico, the Dominican Republic, Paraguay, Chile, Peru, Ecuador, Colombia and Panama, underscoring Bombardier’s focus on Latin American customers. The company highlights its support network, including the MAGA Aviation Authorized Service Facility near São Paulo, a 300,000 sq. ft. service centre in Miami Opa-Locka, and about 100 service locations worldwide.
Bombardier (OTC: BDRBF) reported second-quarter 2026 revenues of $2.15 billion, up 6% year-over-year, including a record $674 million from Services, up 14%, on 32 aircraft deliveries. Adjusted EBITDA rose 9% to $325 million, with a 15.1% margin, while EBIT reached $225 million and net income was $191 million. Adjusted net income increased to $257 million, or adjusted EPS of $2.50; diluted EPS was $1.84.
Free cash flow improved to $228 million, a $392 million swing from usage a year earlier, as operating cash flow reached $338 million. Backlog grew to $21.8 billion, up $4.3 billion from year-end 2025, with a unit book-to-bill of 1.5x, supported by demand for the Global 8000 and Defense programs. Available liquidity stood at about $1.9 billion, including $1.5 billion in cash, and net debt was reduced by $356 million in the quarter and over $1.1 billion year-to-date, leaving no debt maturities before November 2030. Bombardier also arranged a new $750 million five-year secured revolving credit facility, replacing its prior $450 million facility.
Bombardier (BDRBF) announced the delivery of its 200th Challenger 3500 super-midsize jet to Mr. Piero Ferrari, Vice Chairman of Ferrari. The aircraft will support his Formula One and business travel. Bombardier reached 200 deliveries in less than four years after entry into service.
According to Bombardier, since its first full delivery year in 2023 the Challenger 3500 has outdelivered every other business jet model in the medium and heavy categories. The jet offers what Bombardier describes as the lowest direct operating costs in its class, a voice-controlled cabin, Nuage seats and an Environmental Product Declaration, with recent firm commitments from operators including BOND, NetJets and VistaJet.