In a strategic move signaling deeper shifts within the global aerospace sector, Airbus SE $AIR.PA has finalized an agreement to acquire specific assets from Spirit AeroSystems Holdings, Inc. $SPR. This transaction, completed on Monday, underscores ongoing realignment efforts between Airbus and its chief competitor Boeing Co. $BA, as both giants navigate operational restructuring and geopolitical sensitivities.

Airbus SE $AIR.PA and Spirit AeroSystems Holdings, Inc. $SPR have completed negotiations for the acquisition of key European assets, marking a critical step in the transatlantic reshaping of the aerospace supply chain. The agreement comes as Spirit restructures under pressure, with American aerospace giant Boeing Co. $BA concurrently finalizing its own reintegration of Spirit’s U.S.-based operations.

Spirit AeroSystems $SPR, one of the leading aerospace manufacturers in the United States, has recently captured the attention of financial analysts. In its latest quarterly report for 2024, the company revealed significant operational losses, raising concerns about its near-term sustainability and the necessity for additional financing.