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Biman Bangladesh Airlines Orders 11 More Boeing Jets to Expand Fleet

manufacturing — September 23, 2026, 11:15 PM · Boeing

Biman Bangladesh Airlines Orders 11 More Boeing Jets to Expand Fleet

Biman Bangladesh Airlines has placed a new order for 11 Boeing jets, comprising five 787-10 Dreamliners and six 737 MAX 8 airplanes. This follows a larger order earlier this year, bringing their total new orders to 25 aircraft. The purchase aims to modernize Biman's fleet, enhance fuel efficiency, and expand its international network.

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L3Harris awarded $876 million Navy contract for jammer system work

manufacturing — September 23, 2026, 9:15 PM · Investing.com

L3Harris awarded $876 million Navy contract for jammer system work

L3Harris Technologies Inc. secured an $876.4 million contract modification from the U.S. Department of War for the continued development of the Next Generation Jammer Low Band system. This modification expands an existing contract to include system development, delivery of test article pods, cybersecurity enhancements, and support services for both the U.S. Navy and the Royal Australian Air Force. The project is expected to be completed in fiscal year 2031 and was awarded without competitive bidding.

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Hormel production facilities donate more than $330K for Hunger Action Month

manufacturing — September 23, 2026, 9:13 PM · Austin Daily Herald

Hormel production facilities donate more than $330K for Hunger Action Month

Hormel Foods production facilities have donated over $332,000 to more than 40 hunger-relief organizations across the U.S. during Hunger Action Month. This initiative, supported by the Hormel Foods Charitable Trust, allows local facilities to address food insecurity in their communities. Hormel Foods also contributes to hunger relief through partnerships and product donations, having given over $53.6 million in cash and product donations since 2020.

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TFC Flight Training Expands Pilot Development Pathway With Pipistrel Explorer Delivery

manufacturing — September 23, 2026, 8:47 PM · Textron Inc. - Investor Relations

TFC Flight Training Expands Pilot Development Pathway With Pipistrel Explorer Delivery

TFC Flight Training, Germany's first Pipistrel Explorer operator, has received two Pipistrel Explorer aircraft, enhancing its pilot development program. This delivery expands Pipistrel's relationship with TFC, allowing the flight school to combine electric and conventional aircraft to support students through various stages of training. The Explorer aircraft will enable TFC to offer advanced instruction like cross-country flying, day and night VFR training, and spin recovery, complementing their existing fleet of Pipistrel Velis Electro and Cessna 152 aircraft.

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Boeing’s Demand Is Strong. Can Production Finally Catch Up?

manufacturing — September 23, 2026, 8:07 PM · Insider Monkey

Boeing’s Demand Is Strong. Can Production Finally Catch Up?

Boeing faces the challenge of converting strong demand into increased aircraft production and cash flow. Recent comments from CEO Kelly Ortberg about slower-than-expected production stabilization for the 737 MAX have raised investor concerns and led to a selloff in Boeing shares. While Bank of America views the market reaction as excessive and the issue as timing-related, investors are focused on Boeing's execution in ramping up production to meet long-term financial targets and address ongoing regulatory scrutiny.

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