Planemaker Comac expands overseas push


The firm is seeking to expand overseas at a time when market leaders Airbus and Boeing are struggling to make planes fast enough to meet demand. — Reuters

SEOUL: Chinese planemaker Comac opened its second office this week outside mainland China, in Hong Kong, as the state-owned company tries to break into a global passenger jet market dominated by Western manufacturers.

Comac’s two commercial passenger planes are, with the exception of one Indonesian airline, all flown within China, but the firm is seeking to expand overseas at a time when market leaders Airbus and Boeing are struggling to make planes fast enough to meet demand.

Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!

Next In Business News

Ringgit likely to trade within narrow range next week ahead of BNM OPR decision
Reading the market signals
Urban harmony: Can stakeholders row together?
Breathing new life into forgotten spaces
FROM BANGSAR TO BEYOND
Asia to lead next AI wave
Luxury real estate trends in 2026
China’s gold rush continues
SC Estate Builder’s hotel acquisition under scrutiny
Department stores bet on experiences

Others Also Read