Turkish Aerospace and Embraer Signs MoU for E2 Aircraft

ANKARA- Turkish Aerospace (TUSAŞ) and Embraer (ERJ) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore joint production opportunities for the E2 aircraft program in Türkiye.

The partnership aims to leverage Turkish Aerospace’s manufacturing expertise and Embraer’s global market presence to meet rising demand.

The agreement, signed at LAAD Defence & Security 2025 in Rio de Janeiro (GIG), could lead to a comprehensive industrial collaboration, including R&D, component production, and final assembly.

Key officials from both nations witnessed the signing, signaling strong governmental support for the initiative.

Photo: Embraer

Turkish Aerospace and Embraer MoU

Turkish Aerospace, based in Ankara, and Embraer, headquartered in São José dos Campos, Brazil, are evaluating a broad industrial partnership.

The MoU between Turkish Aerospace and Embraer focuses on evaluating Türkiye’s role in the production of Embraer’s E2 series, which includes the E190-E2 and E195-E2 commercial jets.

Turkish Aerospace brings advanced capabilities in composite and metallic structure manufacturing, fuselage assembly, and aircraft painting—key areas for expanding Embraer’s supply chain.

Embraer’s strategy involves diversifying its supplier base to meet increasing global demand, particularly in Asia and Europe.

By partnering with Turkish Aerospace, the Brazilian firm gains access to a cost-competitive, high-skilled industrial base while supporting Türkiye’s ambition to become a major aerospace hub.

Key Areas of Partnership:

• Component Manufacturing: Turkish Aerospace may produce critical structural components for the E2 series.
• Final Assembly: Potential establishment of an E2 final assembly line in Türkiye.
• R&D Cooperation: Joint development of next-generation aviation technologies.
• MRO Services: Expanding maintenance, repair, and overhaul capabilities in the region.

High-Level Engagement and Agreement Signing

The agreement was signed during LAAD Defence & Security 2025 in Rio de Janeiro. Mustafa Gursoy, Executive Vice President of Turkish Aerospace, and Francisco Gomes Neto, President and CEO of Embraer, formalized the partnership in the presence of:

• Geraldo Alckmin – Brazil’s Vice-President and Minister of Development, Industry, Trade, and Services.
• Muhammet Kasım Gonullu – Turkish Deputy Minister of Industry and Technology.
• Şuay Alpay – Vice Chairman of the Board of Directors, Turkish Aerospace.

This strategic agreement reflects Türkiye’s growing role in global aerospace manufacturing and highlights Embraer’s commitment to expanding its industrial partnerships.

Photo: Embraer

Executive’s Remark

Mehmet Demiroğlu, CEO of Turkish Aerospace, emphasized the significance of this agreement: “This memorandum marks a significant milestone for the Turkish defense 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.”

Francisco Gomes Neto, President and CEO of Embraer, shared similar enthusiasm: “Embraer is excited about these significant opportunities with Turkish Aerospace.

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.”

Photo: Porter Airlines

Global Supply Chain Implications

The potential partnership represents Embraer’s strategic approach to diversifying its global supply chain.

By incorporating Turkish manufacturing expertise, Embraer positions itself to meet increasing demand while potentially reducing production costs and enhancing manufacturing capabilities.

For Turkish Aerospace, this collaboration offers an opportunity to integrate further into global aviation supply chains, potentially creating new jobs and facilitating technology transfer that strengthens Turkey’s position in the aerospace manufacturing sector.

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