Embraer strengthens Lithuanian ties with new aerospace and defence agreements

Embraer has signed a series of memorandums of understanding (MoUs) with eight leading Lithuanian institutions and companies, marking a decisive move towards deepening collaboration in aerospace, defence, and technological innovation. The agreements were concluded with Kaunas University of Technology, Vilnius Gediminas Technical University, Aktyvus Photonics, J&C Aero, Nordic Aircraft Systems, Brolis Defence, DAT, and the […]

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Embraer strengthens Lithuanian aerospace and defence ties following C-390 selection

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Embraer is building long-term cooperation with Lithuanian industry following the country’s June 2025 decision to acquire the C-390 Millennium military transport aircraft. In recent weeks, Embraer experts have visited Lithuania to meet local industrial partners and assess facilities, focusing on Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO), engineering, innovation, technological development and supply chain management. The collaboration

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Netherlands orders aeromedical system for C-390 fleet

Military & Defense

Embraer and the State of the Netherlands have signed a milestone agreement for the delivery of a state-of-the-art aeromedical evacuation system for the Royal Netherlands Air Force’s C-390 Millennium transport aircraft. The contract, which includes one confirmed order and seven additional purchase options, was formally signed at the Paris Air Show by Vice Admiral Jan

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At the Paris Airshow Portugal announced its decision to acquire an additional KC-390 Millennium aircraft

Portugal to acquire additional KC-390 Millennium aircraft

Military & Defense

Embraer has released that the Portuguese government will acquire a sixth KC-390 Millennium multi-mission aircraft, expanding the Portuguese Air Force’s (FAP) transport fleet as part of a continued effort to strengthen national and allied defence capabilities. The announcement was made during the 55th edition of the Paris Air Show, building upon the original August 2019

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Official structural assembly of the first C-390 Millennium for Austria at Embraer’s Gavião Peixoto production facility © Embraer

Embraer begins assembly of Austria’s first C-390 Millennium

Military & Defense

Embraer has officially commenced structural assembly of Austria’s first C-390 Millennium aircraft. The milestone was marked by a formal ceremony at Embraer’s Gavião Peixoto production facility, attended by representatives from the Austrian government. The C-390 Millennium is regarded as the best in its class, featuring a maximum payload of 26 tonnes, a top speed of

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The Uruguayan Air Force has ordered one Super Tucano A-29 aircraft with options for another five

Uruguay acquires A-29 Super Tucano aircraft from Embraer

Military & Defense

Embraer has announced the sale of up to six A-29 Super Tucano aircraft to Uruguay’s Air Force (FAU). The contract, part of a fleet renewal programme aimed at expanding the FAU’s operational capacity, includes the acquisition of one aircraft with a commitment to purchase five additional units. Deliveries are scheduled to begin in 2025 and

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Hungarian Air Force's C-390 Millennium on its maiden flight © Embraer

Hungary’s C-390 Millennium makes maiden flight

Military & Defense

On February 8, the first C-390 Millennium of the Hungarian Air Force successfully completed its maiden flight in Gavião Peixoto. Embraer Defense & Security team flew the aircraft for approximately four hours, carrying out a complete assessment of the aircraft, which will now undergo a test campaign ahead of the entry into service with the

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South Korea opts for C-390 Millennium aircraft

Military & Defense

South Korea’s Defense Acquisition Program Administration (DAPA) has announced Embraer’s C-390 Millennium as the winner of the Large Transport Aircraft (LTA) II public tender to provide the Republic of Korea Air Force (ROKAF) with new military transport aircraft. South Korea is the C-390 Millennium’s first customer in Asia. Under the signed contract, Embraer will provide

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Embraer delivers fifth upgraded E-99M aircraft to the Brazilian Air Force

Military & Defense

The fifth EMB 145 AEW&C aircraft, upgraded and designated as E-99M, has been delivered by Embraer to the Brazilian Air Force (FAB). The aircraft has been updated to perform Airborne Early Warning and Control (AEW&C) functions, as well as participate in intelligence, surveillance and airborne reconnaissance missions. Developed utilising the platform established by the successful

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Jake Williams becomes VP of Business Development & Sales for Embraer Defense and Security, North America

People

Embraer has appointed Jake Williams as the new Vice President Business Development & Sales for Embraer Defense & Security (EDS) in North America. The change will take effect in November 2023. Bruce Bunin will retire from his position, after a distinguished aerospace career and will assist in the transition to Williams and in support of

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Embraer strengthens Lithuanian ties with new aerospace and defence agreements

Embraer strengthens Lithuanian aerospace and defence ties following C-390 selection

Netherlands orders aeromedical system for C-390 fleet

Portugal to acquire additional KC-390 Millennium aircraft

Embraer begins assembly of Austria’s first C-390 Millennium

Uruguay acquires A-29 Super Tucano aircraft from Embraer

Hungary’s C-390 Millennium makes maiden flight

South Korea opts for C-390 Millennium aircraft

Embraer delivers fifth upgraded E-99M aircraft to the Brazilian Air Force

Jake Williams becomes VP of Business Development & Sales for Embraer Defense and Security, North America

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