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Singapore

Overview

Boeing and Singapore have worked in partnership for over 75 years. Boeing’s products and services serve as the mainstay of Singapore’s commercial aviation sector and in the modernization and mission readiness of the country’s defense forces. In 1947, the then-named Malayan Airways Limited acquired its first DC-3 from Boeing heritage company Douglas Aircraft.

Boeing’s corporate office in Singapore supports customers throughout Southeast Asia. Business operations include Boeing Commercial Airplanes, Boeing Defense, Space & Security, and Boeing Global Services.

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Boeing in Singapore

Boeing Commercial Airplanes

The long-standing relationship with Singapore and Boeing Commercial Airplanes started when Malaysia-Singapore Airlines purchased 707s in 1968 and embarked on a frequent fleet modernization strategy.​

Singapore Airlines (SIA) introduced 777s into its fleet in 1995, beginning with an initial order for 34 jets and later launched the 787-10 in 2013, becoming its inaugural Dreamliner operator in 2018. SIA is part of the launch group for the 777-9, with deliveries starting in 2027 for 31 jets on order. Over the years, SIA has ordered more than 200 Boeing airplanes, including the 737, 747, 757, 777, and 787 Dreamliner.​

Scoot, SIA’s low-cost subsidiary, operates ​787-8 and 787-9 jets, while SIA Cargo flies 747-400 and 777 freighters. SilkAir merged into SIA in 2021. ​

Singapore-based BOC Aviation, a leading global aircraft leasing company, has partnered with Boeing for over 20 years and holds more than 350 Boeing airplanes in its portfolio, including 737, 777, and 787 families.​

 

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Boeing Defense, Space & Security

Boeing has supported Singapore’s defense needs since the early 1990s. The Republic of Singapore Air Force (RSAF) operates AH-64D Apache Longbows, F-15SG fighters, and CH-47 Chinooks, which have been vital in global disaster relief. In 2021, RSAF began receiving CH-47F helicopters, achieving full operational capability in 2024 to support missions such as search and rescue, aeromedical evacuation, troop lift, and humanitarian assistance.​

Boeing works closely with the Ministry of Defence, Defence Science and Technology Agency (DSTA), and the Singapore Armed Forces. In 2022, Boeing and DSTA signed agreements to enable collaborative data analysis for RSAF’s Boeing fleet, starting with supply chain data for F-15SG aircraft to enhance operational readiness. In September 2025, the Ministry of Defence announced plans to acquire four P-8A Poseidon aircraft to strengthen maritime surveillance and counter sub-surface threats.​

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Boeing Global Services

Boeing Global Services has a strong presence in Singapore, offering digital aviation solutions, flight training, and parts distribution. ​The Boeing Commercial Training Solutions campus in Singapore features six simulators and five flight training devices, supported ​by a 24/7 technical team. It works with more than 14 regulators across Asia to ensure compliance. The campus also houses ​a Composite Structures Lab for hands-on maintenance training on composite materials, equipping technicians with critical skills for modern aircraft. ​

Boeing Distribution Inc. provides aftermarket supply-chain management services for aerospace and defense industries. Global Services also delivers tailored sustainment packages, including Performance-Based Logistics and Contractor Logistics Support, ​for Singapore’s military fleet.​

 

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Community

Through impactful community investments and dedicated employee engagement, Boeing and its employees support innovative partnerships and programs that align with the company’s strategic objectives worldwide. The list of grant partners and projects in 2024 in Singapore include:

BUILD: Boeing’s flagship annual initiative for aerospace innovation, leadership, and talent development.

Hagar Singapore: Trauma recovery and resettlement for victims of trafficking and abuse.

United Women Singapore: Empower female students through STEM education.

Learn more about Boeing’s global engagement strategy

Community Engagement
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