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Bombardier Inc. (BDRBF) is an aircraft manufacturing company that focuses on business aviation, with Challenger and Global jets at the core of its portfolio. The company’s news flow reflects activities across aircraft development, manufacturing, services, defense programs and corporate finance. Readers of this page can follow how Bombardier describes the evolution of its products, facilities and capital structure over time.
Recent announcements from Bombardier have covered topics such as the certification and entry into service of the Global 8000 ultra‑long‑range business jet, which the company highlights for its speed, range and cabin characteristics. Other news has detailed investments in manufacturing infrastructure, including a new manufacturing centre in Dorval and the Global Aircraft Assembly Centre in the Greater Toronto Area, as well as service network expansion with a major facility under construction at Al Bateen Executive Airport in Abu Dhabi.
Bombardier’s communications also include updates on government and defense‑related contracts, such as the purchase of Global 6500 aircraft by the Government of Canada for multi‑mission air transport and the use of Global 6000 platforms in the PEGASUS airborne signals intelligence program in Germany. Financial and capital markets news has highlighted debt redemptions, deleveraging progress and credit rating changes from agencies like Moody’s and S&P.
On this BDRBF news page, investors and aviation observers can review company press releases related to aircraft programs, service initiatives, defense collaborations, sustainability disclosures and financing activities. The feed offers a consolidated view of how Bombardier presents its strategy and operations across business jets, services and defense applications.
Bombardier has achieved a historic milestone with the delivery of its 1,000th super-midsize aircraft, a Challenger 3500, to JM Family Entreprises. The ceremonial handover took place at Bombardier's Challenger delivery centre in Montréal, with over 700 employees and guests in attendance.
The Challenger 3500 continues to dominate its segment as the most delivered jet in 2024, featuring industry-leading innovations such as voice-controlled cabin and the Nuage seat adapted from the Global 7500 aircraft. The aircraft boasts the lowest direct operating costs in its category while maintaining exceptional performance and reliability.
Notable features include an Environmental Product Declaration (EPD), making Bombardier the only business jet manufacturer to publish EPDs for its entire in-production aircraft portfolio. The company also supports sustainable aviation by covering all operational flights with Sustainable Aviation Fuel through the Book-and-Claim system.
Bombardier (BDRBF) reported strong financial results for 2024, with revenues growing 8% year-over-year to $8.7 billion, driven by 146 aircraft deliveries and record service revenue exceeding $2.0 billion. The company's adjusted EBITDA increased 11% to $1.36 billion, with a 15.7% margin.
Key financial highlights include net income of $370 million, adjusted net income of $547 million, and diluted EPS of $3.40. Free cash flow generation reached $232 million, while the backlog grew to $14.4 billion. The company achieved significant deleveraging with approximately $400 million in debt reduction, reducing the adjusted net debt to adjusted EBITDA ratio from 3.3x to 2.9x.
Due to new U.S. tariffs announced on February 1, 2025, affecting imports from Canada, Mexico, and China, Bombardier has deferred providing guidance and 2025 objectives until further assessment of potential impacts.
Bombardier has announced plans to build a new 51,000 sq. ft. paint facility at its London Biggin Hill Service Centre, scheduled to open in the second half of 2026. The facility will service all Bombardier Global, Challenger, and Learjet aircraft, including Global 7500 and 8000 jets.
The two-bay paint facility will employ over 50 skilled paint technicians and complement the existing 250,000 sq. ft. service centre, which handles scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, modifications, and avionics installations. This expansion follows recent improvements at the site, including the 2024 addition of a 700-sq. ft. material lounge in partnership with F/LIST, installation of 3,000+ solar panels, and a new line maintenance station at nearby Farnborough Airport.
Bombardier Defense unveiled its first Head of State multi-mission Global 7500 aircraft delivered to armasuisse on January 29th, 2025, in Bern, Switzerland. The aircraft, delivered in December 2024, will serve dual purposes: government and military personnel transport and emergency evacuation missions.
The platform features the Smooth Flĕx Wing technology, achieving a top speed of Mach 0.925 and a range of 7,700 nautical miles. Notable specifications include exceptional lift capabilities, improved safety features, and a fleet dispatch reliability exceeding 99.8%. The aircraft's self-protection system is scheduled for installation in the second half of 2025.
According to armasuisse project manager Samuel Fuhrimann, the collaboration with Bombardier has met all contractual requirements regarding schedule and quality. The Global 7500 has set numerous speed records, completing more than 75 record missions on key routes since its entry into service in December 2018.
Bombardier (TSX: BBD.B) has announced it will release its fourth quarter and full year 2024 financial results on February 6, 2025. The company will host a live presentation at 8:00 a.m. ET, featuring President and CEO Éric Martel and CFO Bart Demosky, followed by an analyst Q&A session.
The presentation will be accessible via live webcast and telephone conference. Participants can join through local dial-in numbers in Montréal (+1 514 316-5035) and Toronto (+1 416 764-8624), with separate conference IDs for English and French presentations.
Bombardier has completed a partial redemption of US$300 million of its 7.875% Senior Notes due 2027, as announced in their December 10, 2024 notice. This debt reduction was funded using cash from the company's balance sheet.
CFO Bart Demosky emphasized the company's disciplined approach to debt reduction, noting that over the last twelve months, Bombardier has utilized $400 million of balance sheet cash to reduce long-term debt. This strategic move aims to reduce leverage and improve the company's credit metrics while providing additional flexibility in executing their strategy.
The redemption process was conducted through the Depository Trust Company's facilities following their standard procedures.
Bombardier (BDRBF) has announced the appointment of Bettina Fetzer to its Board of Directors, effective January 1, 2025. Fetzer currently serves as Vice President Digital & Communications at Mercedes‐Benz AG. She joined Mercedes-Benz in 2004 and became the company's first female Chief Marketing Officer and youngest Vice President in 2018. Fetzer holds a Diploma in European Business Studies and a Master's in Business Management, and currently serves on the Board of Directors of Moncler SpA.
Bombardier has announced a partial redemption of US$300 million of its 7.875% Senior Notes due 2027. The redemption will be executed using cash from the company's balance sheet. The redemption date is set for January 9, 2025, with a redemption price of 100.00% of the principal amount plus accrued and unpaid interest.
The redemption process will be facilitated through the Depository Trust Company, with Deutsche Bank Trust Company Americas serving as the paying agent. The notice of redemption was issued to record holders on December 10, 2024.
Bombardier has achieved a significant milestone with the delivery of its 200th Global 7500 business jet, highlighting the platform's international success. The aircraft features a Smooth Flĕx Wing technology and boasts impressive specifications including a top speed of Mach 0.925 and a range of 7,700 nautical miles.
Since its entry into service in December 2018, the Global 7500 has maintained a fleet dispatch reliability exceeding 99.8% and set over 75 speed records on key routes. Notable achievements include an 8,225 nautical mile flight from Sydney to Detroit in October 2019, marking the longest flight in business aviation history.
The aircraft's success will be further enhanced with the upcoming Global 8000, announced in 2022, which will feature an extended range of 8,000 nautical miles and a top speed of Mach 0.94, scheduled to enter service in the second half of 2025.
Bombardier has announced reaching a settlement agreement with Honeywell International regarding a lawsuit initially filed in 2016 in the Superior Court of Québec. The settlement resolves both the original lawsuit and the pending appeal request before the Supreme Court of Canada. The specific terms of the settlement agreement remain confidential between both parties.
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