Global presence

Global business drives Boeing’s growth and secures our leadership position now and in and future.

A global focus

Our global reach includes airlines and U.S.-allied government customers in 150 countries and employs approximately 145,000 employees across the United States and in more than 65 countries. Boeing is the United States’ largest exporter and works closely with its many manufacturing, service and technology partners around the world to create the greatest aerospace products. In fact, more than 70% of our total backlog is represented by customers outside the U.S.

We’re focused on mutually beneficial growth around the world

Doing business in today’s global economy means partnering for mutual growth and prosperity, within each country, with local suppliers, universities, research talent and charitable institutions.

Partnerships with the world’s best companies and institutes enable us to capture emerging opportunities, establish long-term relationships and win new business.

15,600+

Patents held worldwide

20,000+

Suppliers and partners in our global network

49

Combined research & development centers, consortia and joint research centers

50

International university partnerships

660+

Charitable grants across the world

$40M

Distributed through grants outside of the United States

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Turkish Airlines grows fleet with 787 and 737 MAX

Boeing Global

Boeing Global was established in 2001 and is responsible for international strategy and operations. The organization leads development of the company’s growth and productivity initiatives outside the U.S. and new business and industrial partnerships. It also oversees international affairs, enhances local presence and provides global functional support.

Boeing in the Americas

Encompassing the United States, Canada and Latin America

Latin America

Boeing has supported Latin American aviation since its early days — supplying commercial and defense aircraft, systems and services, partnering with regional suppliers, and collaborating on projects like Mexico’s MEXSAT and sustainable aviation initiatives in Brazil.

Boeing in Europe

Boeing is integral to Europe’s aerospace community, combining a century of engineering excellence with strong partnerships and local investments in talent, technology and sustainability to support commercial, defense and space ambitions.

Boeing in Africa

Africa’s vast resources and young population make it a high‑potential market for aerospace growth. Boeing’s engagement goes beyond selling aircraft, encompassing regional safety and connectivity programs, industrial partnerships, sustainability efforts, and community outreach.

Boeing in the Middle East

Boeing has operated in the Middle East for eight decades, working with airlines, defense, communications and community partners. The company maintains a regional presence with employees, service teams, distribution centers and local sourcing to support aviation growth.

Boeing in Asia-Pacific

Encompassing Asia and the Indo-Pacific regions

Southeast Asia

Boeing has partnered with Southeast Asia since the 1940s to build its commercial, defense and services aviation capabilities, and continues to invest as the region remains one of the fastest‑growing aviation markets.

Presence and partnerships

Commercial airplanes

Boeing Commercial Airplanes is a global manufacturer of commercial jetliners. More than 14,000 Boeing airplanes are in the global fleet today, connecting people, countries and economies safely and efficiently. From the fuel-efficient 737 MAX, 777X and 787 Dreamliner passenger airplanes to our industry-leading freighters, which serve more than 90 percent of the global air freight market, Boeing has the most complete and competitive family of products to meet the world’s growing needs

 

Defense, Space & Security

Boeing Defense, Space & Security offers a game-changing family of systems that empower warfighters, protect nations and advance global security, while exploring what’s possible in the future of space and satellite technology.

Working shoulder‑to‑shoulder with customers, allies and industry, we combine advanced technology, operational experience and mission‑tested discipline. The outcome: a trusted, enduring edge — forces that arrive ready, act decisively and protect nations today and for generations to come.

Collaborating with trusted launch partners, we are reinforcing our role as innovators developing technologies to benefit all of humanity. Boeing is shaping the next chapter of humanity’s presence and connectivity in space.

Global Services

Boeing Global Services is committed to ensuring optimal aircraft availability and mission readiness of our customers’ fleets. The customer is at the forefront of all we do. We are focused on keeping the world’s fleet flying safely, efficiently and sustainably. Powered by our unparalleled aerospace experience and global network, we work closely with our customers to develop and deliver the innovative solutions they rely on — now and for the future.

Bottom line: Boeing Global Services provides service above and beyond, offering innovative solutions to global customers, when and where they need us.

Driving innovation

Boeing is building capabilities to transform the future of aerospace, one that is sustainable, digital and autonomous. 

Testing is underway to deliver the most fuel-efficient twin-aisle airplane in the industry and a stealth, multirole, unmanned aerial vehicle, among others.

Fueling sustainability

Aerospace protects and connects people, enables economic growth and trade, provides humanitarian relief and allows for human exploration of space. 

Boeing collaborates globally with customers and stakeholders to support responsible growth for our industry, and we invest in innovation that improves the efficiency and sustainability of air travel and our operations.

From committing to make our commercial airplanes compatible with 100% sustainable aviation fuels by 2030 to improving air traffic management and identifying more sustainable materials, Boeing’s team is working across the industry to improve performance.

Our groundbreaking ecoDemonstrator program has accelerated innovation by taking promising technologies out of the lab and testing them to solve real-world challenges for airlines. After more than a decade, the program has evaluated more than 230 technologies with about one-third implemented on our airplanes.

Engagement for a better world

Over the past decade, Boeing has invested approximately $2 billion in communities around the globe to advance STEM education and workforce development; assist transitioning service members, veterans and their families; promote environmental stewardship; and support community well-being. We believe that in order to remain a sustainable, dynamic and global company, it’s imperative that we invest time, talent and resources where our employees live and work — contributing to efforts that build and enhance our communities for generations to come.

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