Embraer Explores 'Make in India' Opportunities for C-390 and Beyond, Eyes IAF's MTA Deal

Brazilian aerospace giant, Embraer, is actively seeking to expand its supply chain footprint in India, recognizing the country's robust aviation and defense industry.

Embraer's Executive Vice-President of Global Procurement and Supply Chain, Roberto Chaves, highlighted the potential for Indian manufacturers to become key suppliers across Embraer's diverse portfolio, encompassing defense, commercial aviation, and executive jets.

A high-level Embraer delegation recently concluded a visit to India, evaluating potential suppliers for aerostructures, machining, sheet metal, composites, forgings, wire harness, and software development, among other areas. This initiative aligns with the burgeoning relations between Brazil and India.

India represents a strategic market for Embraer across all its business segments, with over 44 aircraft currently operating in the country, including commercial, executive, and defense platforms. Notably, the Indian Government and Indian Air Force operate a fleet of Embraer VIP jets and EMB 145 AEW “Netra” military aircraft, respectively.

A key future opportunity for Embraer in India is the Indian Air Force's Medium Transport Aircraft (MTA) program. Embraer, in partnership with Mahindra, is positioned to offer the C-390 Millennium transport aircraft. The two companies announced their partnership in February 2024.

Embraer views India as a key partner in the region and, together with Mahindra, plans to implement an extensive local supply chain program. This could potentially include an assembly line for the C-390 in India if selected for the MTA program.

Embraer and Mahindra aim to fulfill the expectations of the Indian Government's "Make in India" initiative through this local partnership and a long-term support program.

 

[Chinese eater]

For last 4 years India missing opportunity not buying Embraer transport aircraft when they offered.

 

[PKPRS]

They need to buy something substantial from us first.

 

[sishir]

No because Brazil is very close to our adversaries. Specially China and Russia. We got from Airbus one type rest we have from usa if required we can try South Korea. We should build a close relationship in ship building and other military hardware. Now even Nato countries are getting from south Korea. When we can have Samsung, Kia,Hyundai etc plant in india why not for military hardware????

 

[M.H.]

They need to buy something substantial from us first.

It should actually be an exchange!

 

[MF]

For last 4 years India missing opportunity not buying Embraer transport aircraft when they offered.

Added to this is the fact that Embraer would possibly also offer to open a final assembly line locally for its commercial aircraft.

 

[MF]

They need to buy something substantial from us first.

I believe this is practically impossible. Considering that Brazil has no risk of conflict with neighboring countries, its military spending is much lower than that of India. And historically, Brazil has never made substantial military purchases.

 

[Chinese eater]

Added to this is the fact that Embraer would possibly also offer to open a final assembly line locally for its commercial aircraft.

Were ready to sell complete TOT at the time they were facing financial issue. Now they have recovered.

 

[Koorma]

India better seek help in developing Indian football. Football is the biggest sport in the world and India is a big underperformer in this sport. But please do not put the fate of Indian football in the hand of politicians, like is the case with cricket, hockey etc.