Embraer Considers Establishing Workline for C-390 Millennium in Poland to Meet European Air Force Demands
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To expand its footprint in Europe, Brazilian aerospace company Embraer has announced plans to set up a final assembly line for its C-390 Millennium tactical transport aircraft in Poland. This move is intended to address the increasing demand from various European air forces for advanced airlift capabilities.
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Embraer has announced plans to set up a final assembly line for its C-390 Millennium tactical transport aircraft in Poland. (Picture source: Embraer)
In addition to advancing the C-390 Millennium program, Embraer aims to establish Poland as an aerospace excellence hub. The initiative will focus on the assembly, maintenance, repair, and conversion of commercial E2 aircraft, including transforming the E190 into a freighter. This will further strengthen aerospace cooperation between the two nations.
Francisco Gomes Neto, CEO and President of Embraer, emphasized, “These initiatives in manufacturing, maintenance, and training could position the Polish economy to capitalize on high-value opportunities in the global aerospace sector, potentially generating $3 billion in value for Poland over the next 10 years and creating 5,000 jobs.”
A key component of this plan is establishing the final assembly line for the C-390 Millennium, an aircraft already in service with several European nations. According to Embraer’s official statement, “The assembly of aircraft and the associated aftersales ecosystem (including maintenance and training) could generate up to $1 billion in value and create around 600 jobs.” Embraer views Poland as the ideal strategic partner for manufacturing this model, given the country’s membership in NATO and its strong defense industry.
Meanwhile, the C-390 Millennium continues to gain traction in the European market. The Portuguese Air Force currently operates the aircraft and has further strengthened its cooperation with Embraer, becoming the first operator after the Brazilian Air Force. Embraer’s presence in Portugal has been reinforced through a partnership with OGMA, a company involved in the production of the A-29N Super Tucano, which will be used by the Portuguese Air Force. OGMA has also been designated as the maintenance and modification center for customers across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.
Production of the second C-390 for the Hungarian Air Force is underway at Embraer’s facility in Gavião Peixoto. These units will be the first to include a dedicated intensive care unit (ICU), enhancing their capability for medical evacuation and humanitarian missions. Additionally, Embraer confirmed the commencement of structural assembly for the first C-390 intended for the Austrian Air Force last month.
The C-390 Millennium has also been selected by the Netherlands, Czech Republic, Sweden, and Slovakia, further solidifying its position in the European tactical transport market. These agreements strengthen Embraer’s presence in Europe and enhance the interoperability of the aircraft with allied forces.
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To expand its footprint in Europe, Brazilian aerospace company Embraer has announced plans to set up a final assembly line for its C-390 Millennium tactical transport aircraft in Poland. This move is intended to address the increasing demand from various European air forces for advanced airlift capabilities.
Embraer has announced plans to set up a final assembly line for its C-390 Millennium tactical transport aircraft in Poland. (Picture source: Embraer)
In addition to advancing the C-390 Millennium program, Embraer aims to establish Poland as an aerospace excellence hub. The initiative will focus on the assembly, maintenance, repair, and conversion of commercial E2 aircraft, including transforming the E190 into a freighter. This will further strengthen aerospace cooperation between the two nations.
Francisco Gomes Neto, CEO and President of Embraer, emphasized, “These initiatives in manufacturing, maintenance, and training could position the Polish economy to capitalize on high-value opportunities in the global aerospace sector, potentially generating $3 billion in value for Poland over the next 10 years and creating 5,000 jobs.”
A key component of this plan is establishing the final assembly line for the C-390 Millennium, an aircraft already in service with several European nations. According to Embraer’s official statement, “The assembly of aircraft and the associated aftersales ecosystem (including maintenance and training) could generate up to $1 billion in value and create around 600 jobs.” Embraer views Poland as the ideal strategic partner for manufacturing this model, given the country’s membership in NATO and its strong defense industry.
Meanwhile, the C-390 Millennium continues to gain traction in the European market. The Portuguese Air Force currently operates the aircraft and has further strengthened its cooperation with Embraer, becoming the first operator after the Brazilian Air Force. Embraer’s presence in Portugal has been reinforced through a partnership with OGMA, a company involved in the production of the A-29N Super Tucano, which will be used by the Portuguese Air Force. OGMA has also been designated as the maintenance and modification center for customers across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.
Production of the second C-390 for the Hungarian Air Force is underway at Embraer’s facility in Gavião Peixoto. These units will be the first to include a dedicated intensive care unit (ICU), enhancing their capability for medical evacuation and humanitarian missions. Additionally, Embraer confirmed the commencement of structural assembly for the first C-390 intended for the Austrian Air Force last month.
The C-390 Millennium has also been selected by the Netherlands, Czech Republic, Sweden, and Slovakia, further solidifying its position in the European tactical transport market. These agreements strengthen Embraer’s presence in Europe and enhance the interoperability of the aircraft with allied forces.
