Airplane manufacturer Boeing recently announced that it is going ahead with a downsizing exercise as coronavirus pandemic severely impacts the airline industry. The company said that it is eliminating more than 12,000 jobs in the United States, including 6,770 involuntary layoffs. The company also disclosed it plans “several thousand remaining layoffs” in coming months but…
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Boeing to cut staff as coronavirus hits business
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•The coronavirus pandemic has brought us on the verge of a global recession. Some sectors of the economy are looking at a crisis, which would take years to recover. Among these are airline and travel industry. With governments imposing travel restrictions and nationwide lockdowns the airline industry has come to a standstill. Airline companies have…
Covid-19 pandemic: Boeing announces actions to navigate Covid-19 crisis
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•The Boeing Company announced several decisions to support the company as it navigates through the COVID-19 pandemic while ensuring the company is positioned for the industry’s recovery. Decisions include: CEO Dave Calhoun and Board Chairman Larry Kellner will forgo all pay until the end of the year. The company will suspend its dividend until further…