Airbus and Boeing report strong Q1 in orders and deliveries... Just before tariff turbulence hits
Combined orders for both companies rose by 44% compared to 2024, while deliveries increased by 12%.
In this issue of The Mobility Week in Review, we explore Airbus and Boeing’s strong start to the year in orders and deliveries, the sale of part of Northvolt’s business, new public transport initiatives in Portugal, the latest city to bid farewell to shared scooters, encouraging signs for business travel, and Waymo’s plans to expand beyond the U.S.
Let’s dive in!
🛫 Airbus and Boeing see a first quarter full of positive news
After years of uneven results, often with the European side faring better, the first quarter of 2025 brought strong performance and optimism for both Airbus and Boeing. During the first three months of the year, combined orders for both companies reached 425 aircraft, an increase of 44% compared to 2024. Likewise, deliveries also advanced by 12% compared to last year, from 237 units placed in the hands of its customers to 266 in 2025.