Delegates said a separate deal between Airbus and Ethiopian Airlines for 10 A350-900s had also been held up by last-minute negotiations between that airline and the A350 engine maker. A major Emirates order would help rebalance the show after Boeing and engine maker GE dominated the opening with a $50 billion order including 90 777X jets on Monday. But a common factor between those talks and the high-profile Emirates deal was tough negotiations on prices. UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan on Wednesday visited the Dubai Airshow, where he was seen briefly meeting with executives from Lockheed Martin and Saab . Dubai Crown Prince Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed Al Maktoum and Emirates airline Chairman Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum were also seen at the show.

Source: Ethiopian News November 15, 2023 19:11 UTC