TUSAS, Embraer Join Forces On Industrial Cooperation

TURKISH Aerospace (TUSAŞ-Türk Havacılık ve Uzay Sanayii A.Ş.) and Embraer signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to explore potential industrial cooperation. Embraer is actively seeking new suppliers and partners around the world to meet the growing demand for its products.

TUSAS aims to leverage its strategic capabilities in manufacturing and assembling metallic and composite structures, final assembly of fuselages, components, test and production flights, and painting.The agreement outlines the collaborative phase between Embraer and TUSAS to discuss a potential comprehensive industrial partnership involving Research & Development.

The MoU was signed by TUSAS Executive Vice President Mustafa Gursoy, and President and CEO of Embraer Francisco Gomes Neto at LAAD Defence & Security 2025 in Rio de Janeiro. The signing was done in the presence of Brazil’s Vice-President and Minister of Development, Industry, Trade and Services Geraldo Alckmin along with the Turkish Deputy Ministry of Industry and Technology Muhammet Kasım Gonullu and TUSAS Vice Chairman of Board of Directors Şuay Alpay.

TUSAS CEO Mehmet Demiroğlu said, “This memorandum marks a significant milestone for the Turkish defence and aerospace industry. Through our collaboration with Embraer, we aim to further enhance our technological capabilities and shape the future of aviation. By combining our strengths, we are not only building for today but also laying the foundation for the aviation ecosystem of tomorrow.”

His Embraer counterpart Francisco Neto added, “Embraer is excited about these significant opportunities with TUSAS. Their expertise in aerospace manufacturing and assembly aligns perfectly with our strategic goals. This MoU marks a significant step towards exploring innovative solutions and expanding our global footprint.”–emb/adj/dl (Pix:EMBRAER)