Turkish Aerospace and Embraer have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore potential industrial cooperation between the companies.
Embraer is actively seeking new suppliers and partners worldwide to meet the growing demand for the manufacturer’s products. Turkish Aerospace intends to leverage its strategic capabilities in the manufacturing and assembly of metal and composite structures, final assembly of airframes, components, test and production flights, and painting.
The agreement addresses the collaborative phase between Embraer and Turkish Aerospace to discuss a potential comprehensive industrial partnership involving Research & Development (R&D).
The MoU was signed by Mustafa Gursoy, Executive Vice President of Turkish Aerospace, and Francisco Gomes Neto, President and CEO of Embraer during LAAD Defence & Security 2025 in Rio de Janeiro. Also present at the ceremony were Vice President of Brazil and Minister of Development, Industry, Trade and Services, Geraldo Alckmin; Muhammet Kasım Gonullu, Vice Minister of Industry and Technology of Turkey; and Şuay Alpay, Vice Chairman of the Board of Directors of Turkish Aerospace.
“This memorandum is a significant milestone for Turkey’s aerospace and defense industry. We will seek to further enhance our technological capabilities and shape the future of aviation through our collaboration with Embraer. By combining our strengths, we are not only building for today, but also laying the foundation for tomorrow’s aviation ecosystem,” said Mehmet Demiroğlu, CEO of Turkish Aerospace.
“Embraer is excited about these significant opportunities with Turkish Aerospace. Their expertise in aerospace manufacturing and assembly aligns perfectly with our strategic objectives. This MoU marks a significant step forward in exploring innovative solutions and expanding our global presence,” said Francisco Gomes Neto, President and CEO of Embraer.
