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Boeing [NYSE: BA] said the 787 Dreamliner fleet has surpassed 1 billion passengers faster than any widebody commercial airplane in history, accomplishing the feat in less than 14 years since entering service.

The global 787 fleet of more than 1,175 airplanes has flown nearly 5 million flights covering more than 30 million flight hours.

"Flying over 1 billion passengers in this relatively short time is a testament to how the airplane has delivered on its promises to transform air travel with operational versatility, efficiency and comfort,” said Scott Stocker, Boeing 787 program vice president and general manager.

Stocker added, “This achievement reflects the dedication, talent and innovation of the teammates and partners who have brought the 787 family to life.”

Boeing South Carolina is the home of the 787 Dreamliner, where the full cycle of Dreamliner production happens.

Teammates fabricate, assemble and deliver the 787-8, 787-9, and 787-10 to customers all over the world.

Over more than a decade, the BSC team has also grown to include all aspects of the Boeing enterprise, developed company-leading innovations, and has a notable presence in the Lowcountry community.

By the numbers: 787 Dreamliner since entering service in 2011

*1 billion+ passengers, 1,175+ jets, nearly 5 million flights, 30+ million flight hours.

* Bestselling passenger widebody: 2,000+ orders from 89 customers.

* The Dreamliner fleet operates across 85+ countries at 520+ airports, including 425+ new nonstop routes to destinations that were never served previously.

* 2,100 flights each day: 480,000+ passengers daily and about 14.5 million people a month.

* On average, each 787 is in the air more than 12 hours per day — showcasing strong global demand and reliability.

* Longest nonstop route: London to Perth (7,829 nmi), flown by Qantas.

* Shortest nonstop route: Aruba to Curaçao (65 nmi), flown by TUI as part of a transatlantic triangle route.

Boeing officials say the 787 family is 25 percent more fuel efficient than the airplanes it replaces, thanks in large part to new engines, an expanded use of lightweight composite materials, more efficient systems applications and modern aerodynamics.

Xoted Biotechnology Labs , a cutting-edge research and development center, announced plans to establish operations in Spartanburg County.

The $4.2 million investment marks a significant advancement in sustainable biotechnology and scientific innovation, creating 34 job opportunities at launch, according to Gov. Henry McMaster’s office.

Xoted – a subsidiary of DRC Ventures, a global leader in biotech, nutraceutical, and environmental innovation, and TRB Holdings – is dedicated to clean, innovative solutions that enhance lives and empower industries.

The company’s new facility in the Spark Center at 1875 East Main St. in Duncan, will focus on plant-based detoxification, seed research, and next-generation applications in textiles and cleanroom technology.

In addition to product development, the new operation will serve as a hub for STEM education and scientific research.

Operations are online. Those interested in joining Xoted should go to the company’s website.

American Integrity Insurance Group, Inc. announced May 9, 2025, the closing of its initial public offering of 6,875,000 shares of its common stock at a price per share of $16.00 per share.

The shares began trading on the New York Stock Exchange on May 8, 2025, under the symbol “AII.”

The offering consisted of 6,250,000 shares of common stock sold by American Integrity and 625,000 shares sold by existing stockholders.

In addition, certain of American Integrity’s existing stockholders granted the underwriters a 30-day option to purchase up to an additional 1,031,250 shares of common stock at the initial public offering price, less underwriting discounts and commissions.

Officials said American Integrity intends to use the net proceeds from this offering for general corporate purposes, which may include contributing capital to its insurance subsidiary to support growth, as well as for the satisfaction of tax withholding and remittance obligations related to certain equity grants made in connection with the offering and for fees associated with the termination of its existing management services agreement.

American Integrity won't receive any proceeds from the sale of shares by the selling stockholders, the officials said.

Keefe, Bruyette & Woods, A Stifel Company, Piper Sandler, and William Blair acted as the active bookrunners for the offering. Citizens Capital Markets and Raymond James acted as passive bookrunners for the offering.

Oppenheimer & Co. acted as a co-manager for the offering.

American Integrity Insurance Group is one of Florida’s leading providers of residential property insurance, and serves more than 385,000 policyholders across Florida, Georgia, and South Carolina. 

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