Boeing Co. (NYSE:BA) stock rose Thursday after the company announced two major aircraft orders in Vietnam. The deals include an order for up to 40 787 Dreamliner jets from Sun PhuQuoc Airways, described as the largest widebody aircraft order in Vietnam’s history, and a separate commitment from Vietnam Airlines for 50 737-8 MAX airplanes.

Boeing’s Historic Deal with Sun PhuQuoc Airways

The new Vietnam-based airline, Sun Phu Quoc Airways, plans to leverage the 787-9’s long-range capabilities to link its hub at Phu Quoc International Airport with major cities across Asia, Europe, and North America. The 787-9’s passenger comfort and operational efficiency also align with the carrier’s strategy to support and expand Vietnam’s tourism sector.

The 787 Dreamliner program has had a significant market impact since entering service, helping launch more than 535 new nonstop routes globally and carrying over 1.2 billion passengers.

With Vietnam projected to be the fastest-growing aviation market in Southeast Asia, the order positions Boeing favorably as airlines in the country scale international connectivity and long-haul capacity.

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