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- Embraer S.A. is a Brazilian multinational aerospace company engaged in the design, development, manufacture, and sale of aircraft and aviation systems. It operates primarily across four business segments: Commercial Aviation, Executive Jets, Defense & Security, and Services & Support. Embraer's product portfolio encompasses commercial jets including the E-Jet E2 family (E195-E2, E190-E2, E175) with recent upgrades enhancing fuel burn, range, avionics, and cabin features; executive jets such as the Phenom 300 series; military aircraft including the C-390 Millennium transport aircraft; as well as agricultural aviation products and comprehensive customer support services including aircraft leasing, pilot and crew training, engineering services, maintenance, repair, and IT solutions. The company serves global markets with operations and offices in North America, Latin America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Brazil. Founded in 1969 and headquartered in São José dos Campos, São Paulo, Brazil, Embraer is one of the world’s largest aerospace firms by volume and a leading manufacturer of commercial jets with up to 130 seats.
Recent major developments include a strategic partnership and merger plan for its Eve Urban Air Mobility unit with Zanite Acquisition Corp. valued at $2.4 billion, targeting commercial launch of electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft by 2024 in collaboration with partners including Uber Technologies and aviation suppliers BAE Systems and Rolls-Royce. Embraer signed multiple memorandums of understanding in December 2025 with the Polish Armaments Group and its affiliates to strengthen strategic cooperation in aerospace manufacturing, defense technology, and services, expanding Embraer’s industrial presence in Poland. The company also formed a strategic partnership with Aernnova, transferring ownership and operations of two industrial plants in Évora, Portugal, while securing a supply agreement for aircraft production. Additionally, Embraer launched the ONEChain program to boost supply chain transparency and efficiency through digitalization. In 2024, Embraer increased aircraft deliveries by 14% year-over-year, delivering 206 aircraft including commercial jets and defense transports, reflecting growth across its core segments.
Embraer maintains a robust innovation focus, emphasizing advanced, low-emissions technologies to shape future air mobility, supported by its strong engineering culture and global aerospace ecosystem. Its worldwide customer base includes commercial airlines, government defense agencies, and private jet owners. The company continues to lead in civil aviation for regional and mid-size jets while expanding services and urban air mobility solutions.