Boeing, Cargolux still negotiating over delivery of first 747-8 Freighter

Boeing and the launch customer for the newest version of the 747, the 747-8 Freighter, are still reportedly locked in negotiations over the new plane with Cargolux demanding richer compensation from Boeing for its failure to meet performance promises.

JOHN GILLIE; staff writer

Published: 09/19/11 12:41 pm

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Boeing and the launch customer for the newest version of the 747, the 747-8 Freighter, are still reportedly locked in negotiations over the new plane with Cargolux demanding richer compensation from Boeing for its failure to meet performance promises.

Boeing, was forced to cancel a big delivery ceremony this week for the first of the new generation aircraft after the European cargo carrier refused to accept delivery of the first plane.

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