Embraer, Mahindra sign deal to collaborate on C-390 transport aircraft
Mint reported exclusively in June, citing top company executives, that Embraer was in talks with the Mahindra and Tata groups, among others, for an aircraft-manufacturing partnership. On Friday, the world’s third-largest passenger jet maker announced the signing of a memorandum of understanding between Embraer Defense & Security and Mahindra Defence Systems, a 100% owned subsidiary of Mahindra that focuses on armoured transport and security-related products, including electronics.
The objective of the MoU is to jointly fulfil the acquisition of the C-390 Millennium multi-mission aircraft by the Indian Air Force in its upcoming MTA procurement project. The Indian Air Force (IAF) is looking for an MTA that can lift 18-30 tonnes, a process it expects to complete by 2025-26.
Embraer pitched its latest defence product — the C-390 Millennium multi-mission tactical air transport aircraft — which it showcased at Aero India 2023 in Bengaluru in February. “India has a diverse and strong defense and aerospace industry and we have chosen Mahindra as our partner to jointly pursue the MTA programme," said Bosco da Costa Junior, president and chief executive of Embraer Defense & Security.
The two companies will engage with the Indian Air Force to identify the next steps, and meet with representatives of India’s aerospace industry to start developing the industrialisation plan for the project. “We are proud to start this partnership with Embraer, a company that is known for its engineering excellence and a unique portfolio of aircraft and systems.
The C-390 Millennium is the most advanced military airlifter on the market," said Vinod Sahay, president, aerospace & defence sector, and member of the group executive board at Mahindra. The
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