Embraer
Embraer is a Brazilian public aerospace manufacturer that designs, produces, and supports commercial regional jets (E-Jet E2), executive jets (Phenom/Praetor), military aircraft (C-390, A-29), and eVTOLs, serving airlines, defense forces, and private operators in 100+ countries.
- Company typePublic
- Founded1969
- HeadquartersSão Paulo, Brazil
- Headcount5,001–10,000
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What Embraer does
Embraer S.A. is a Brazilian public aerospace manufacturer founded in 1969 and headquartered in São José dos Campos, Brazil, dual-listed on NYSE (ERJ) and B3 (EMBR3). The company operates across four business segments: Commercial Aviation, led by the E-Jet E2 family of regional jets (E175-E2, E190-E2, E195-E2) holding approximately 76% global market share in the 70-150 seat category; Executive Jets, comprising the Phenom light jet family and Praetor super-midsize jets, with the Phenom 300E leading global light jet deliveries for 14 consecutive years; Defense & Security, anchored by the C-390 Millennium multi-mission transport and A-29 Super Tucano light attack aircraft sold to more than 20 air forces; and Services & Support, delivering aftermarket MRO, training, materials, and digital services through subsidiaries including OGMA in Portugal and a global authorized service center network.
Revenue is generated primarily through one-time hardware sales of aircraft, recognized on delivery, with multi-year contract structures typical for both commercial and defense customers. Defense customers add long-term logistics support agreements that create recurring revenue. Pricing varies materially by segment: E2 commercial jets in the $50-100 million range, C-390 military transports estimated $50-85 million, and executive jets $5-20 million. The company employs over 23,000 people across Brazil, the United States, Portugal, Mexico, and India, with 2025 net revenue of approximately $7.5 billion and 2026 guidance of $8.2-8.5 billion. Distribution combines direct enterprise sales teams engaging airlines and government defense agencies with an authorized service center and component pool network reaching over 100 countries.
Technology differentiation rests on proprietary aircraft designs protected by 700+ patents, advanced manufacturing incorporating AI, robotics, AR/VR, and IoT integration, and triple certification (ANAC, FAA, EASA) of flagship platforms. Strategic priorities include localizing assembly in India via a Dholera final assembly line with Adani Defence & Aerospace, expanding C-390 defense sales into the Middle East and Europe, advancing the Eve Air Mobility eVTOL program toward 2028 certification, and developing the Energia family of sustainable propulsion concepts. Subsidiary structure includes wholly owned Eve Air Mobility, OGMA, Atech, Embraer Equipment Division, and joint ventures such as Nidec Aerospace for electric propulsion and Águas Azuis for naval defense.
Embraer firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Embraer
- Legal name
- Embraer S.A.
- Website
- https://embraer.com
- Company type
- Public
- Founded year
- 1969
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 5,001–10,000 employees
- Short description
- Embraer is a Brazilian public aerospace manufacturer that designs, produces, and supports commercial regional jets (E-Jet E2), executive jets (Phenom/Praetor), military aircraft (C-390, A-29), and eVTOLs, serving airlines, defense forces, and private operators in 100+ countries.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Embraer industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Commercial Aircraft Manufacturing
- NAICS
- Aircraft Manufacturing (336411), Aerospace Product and Parts Manufacturing (33641), Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Manufacturing (336414), Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing (334511), Aerospace Product and Parts Manufacturing (3364)
- SIC
- Aircraft (3721), Aircraft & Parts (3720), Search, Detection, Navagation, Guidance, Aeronautical Sys (3812), Aircraft Parts & Auxiliary Equipment, Nec (3728)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Business & General Aviation Aircraft Manufacturing (IMABAAAC)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Electric & Hybrid-Electric Propulsion (eVTOL/Regional) (IMABADAH), MRO Engineering, Technical Publications & CAMO Support (IMABALAO), Engine MRO (Shop Visits, Overhaul & Module Repair) (IMABALAC)
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Where Embraer is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- São Paulo
- HQ country
- Brazil
- HQ region
- Latin America
Offices7 records
Markets served
Embraer business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Supply Chain, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales
Revenue model
- Aircraft Manufacturing and Sales: Core revenue from designing, manufacturing, and selling commercial jets, executive jets, defense aircraft, and agricultural aircraft. Revenue recognized upon aircraft delivery with mix of firm orders and options across customer base of airlines, governments, and private customers.
- Services & Support / Aftermarket: Comprehensive after-sales services including material solutions, pay-per-hour programs, maintenance, aircraft modifications, training, integrated support, digital services, engineering services. Includes MRO services through OGMA in Portugal and global authorized service center network.
- Defense & Security Products: Military aircraft including C-390 Millennium transport/tanker and A-29 Super Tucano light attack aircraft sold to government defense forces worldwide. Long-term logistics support agreements provide recurring revenue streams.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| One time/ perpetual license | Multi-year contract | E190-E2 and E195-E2 commercial jets for regional airline operations |
| One time/ perpetual license | Multi-year contract | Executive jets (Phenom 100EX, Phenom 300E, Praetor 500E, Praetor 600E) |
| One time/ perpetual license | Multi-year contract | C-390 Millennium military transport aircraft |
| One time/ perpetual license | Multi-year contract | A-29 Super Tucano light attack and training aircraft |
Go-to-market motion2 records
Distribution channels5 records
Marketing channels5 records
Embraer product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Embraer is a global aerospace manufacturer that designs, develops, certifies, manufactures, and supports commercial regional jets (E-Jet E2 family, 70–150 seats), executive jets (Phenom and Praetor families), military transport and light attack aircraft (KC-390 Millennium and A-29 Super Tucano), agricultural aircraft (Ipanema), and emerging electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft through its Eve Air Mobility subsidiary. Beyond new aircraft, the company sells comprehensive aftermarket services—material solutions, pay-per-hour programs, MRO, modifications, training, integrated support, and digital services—through wholly owned entities such as OGMA in Portugal and a global authorized service center network.
Product overview
Embraer is a global aerospace company operating across four main segments: Commercial Aviation (E-Jet E2 family regional jets), Executive Jets (Phenom and Praetor families), Defense & Security (KC-390 Millennium transport, A-29 Super Tucano, radars), and Services & Support. The portfolio is organized as a platform-plus-modules architecture with the core aircraft products complemented by subsidiaries (Eve Air Mobility for eVTOL, OGMA for MRO, Atech for air traffic management, Visiona for space systems, Nidec Aerospace for electric propulsion) and specialized equipment manufacturing through the Embraer Equipment Division. Additional business lines include agricultural aviation (Ipanema) and comprehensive after-sales support services.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- Eve Air Mobility: Urban Air Mobility subsidiary dedicated to eVTOL aircraft development and ecosystem
- Ipanema
- Phenom
- Praetor
- E-Jet E2
- KC-390 Millennium
- A-29 Super Tucano
- OGMA
- Atech
- Embraer Equipment Division (EDE)
- Energia
Products and services
- E-Jet E2 Family (E175-E2, E190-E2, E195-E2) Next-generation single-aisle commercial regional jets with 70–146 seat capacity, powered by Pratt & Whitney PW1900G GTF engines, delivering up to 25% lower trip costs than the prior generation and holding 76% global market share in the under-150-seat commercial jet category. Targeted at major network carriers, regional airlines, low-cost carriers, and aircraft lessors for regional connectivity and fleet replacement.
- Phenom 300E Light executive jet with capacity for up to 12 passengers, world's best-selling light jet for 14 consecutive years, designed for corporate flight departments, fractional operators, and private owners seeking high-performance and efficient private air travel.
- Phenom 100EX Entry-level executive jet with advanced Garmin G3000-based avionics, seating 1–2 pilots and up to 7 passengers; reimagined version launched October 2023 for owner-pilot and corporate entry-into-service use cases.
- Praetor 500E Super-midsize business jet with 3,340 nm range, ultra-midnight cabin, advanced avionics, and transcontinental mission capability, unveiled as part of February 2025 Praetor refresh for corporate flight departments and fractional operators.
- Praetor 600E Ultra-wide cabin super-midsize jet with 4,018 nm range, capacity for up to 12 passengers, latest avionics technology, and triple ANAC/FAA/EASA certification earned April 2026; targets transcontinental and international corporate, fractional and charter operations.
- KC-390 Millennium Multi-mission military transport aircraft capable of carrying 26-ton payload at 470 knots, operating from unpaved runways and configured for cargo transport, aerial refueling, medical evacuation, and search and rescue; targeted at national air forces and defense ministries.
- A-29 Super Tucano Proven light attack, armed reconnaissance, and advanced training turboprop aircraft, global leader in its category, selected by over 20 air forces worldwide including NATO-configured variants; targeted at air forces seeking light attack and pilot training capabilities.
- Eve eVTOL Electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft for urban air mobility, with full-scale prototype having completed its maiden flight in December 2025 and 50 test flights by April 2026, targeting 2028 certification; the offering is sold and operated through the Eve Air Mobility subsidiary, backed by Embraer's 55-year aerospace expertise and a comprehensive global services and support network.
- Ipanema 203 Agricultural aviation aircraft certified by ANAC for biofuel (ethanol) operation—the only series-produced aircraft in the world certified to fly on ethanol—and in service with Brazilian agricultural operators for five decades.
- Embraer Equipment Division (EDE) Aviation components product line including landing gear, hydraulic actuators, electromechanical actuators, electrohydraulic valves, hydraulic reservoirs, and pylons; developed and produced for aviation applications and supplied as standalone aviation components.
- SABER Radar Family Family of surveillance and fire-control radars including the SABER M60 low-altitude radar with up to 60 km range and ability to track up to 60 targets simultaneously, and the SABER M200 Vigilante for multi-mission air defense applications; developed with the Brazilian Army and offered to defense forces.
- OGMA MRO Services MRO services and aerostructures manufacturing provided by wholly owned Portuguese subsidiary OGMA Indúustria Aeronáutica de Portugal, with over 100 years of experience, supporting aircraft, engines, and aerostructures for civil and military customers including European C-390 sustainment.
- Services & Support Portfolio Comprehensive after-sales portfolio including material solutions, pay-per-hour programs, maintenance, aircraft modifications, training, integrated support, digital services, and engineering services for commercial, executive, and defense aircraft, complemented by the FlyEmbraer customer portal, component pool programs, and global authorized service center network.
Quantifiable outcome
- 25% lower trip costs with E2 aircraft compared to previous generation
- +5 more outcomes
Companies that use Embraer
Customer profileNamed customers14 records
Segments4 records
Ideal customer profiles4 records
Embraer technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed Yes
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Integration3 records
AI capability5 records
Feature6 records
Embraer partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
17 partnerships are on record, tiered secondary and core.
- WZL-2 (Poland)secondaryMoA with Wojskowe Zakłady Lotnicze Nr 2 S.A. for industrial cooperation related to KC-390 Millennium. Includes services and support, aircraft completion and conversion, painting, and system integration for Polish Armed Forces.
- Mahindra GroupcorePartnership for local C-390 Millennium manufacturing and MRO capabilities in India. Embraer and Mahindra advancing localization strategy for C-390 with planned MRO capability establishment. Part of India's Make in India initiative for defense manufacturing.
- Hellenic Aerospace Industry (Greece)secondaryStrategic cooperation to develop long-term C-390 MRO capabilities in Greece, supporting Greek Armed Forces operations and regional support network.
- Bharat Forge LimitedcoreFirst Indian supplier of forged raw materials and landing gear forgings for Embraer's commercial and defense aircraft programs. Long-term contract for critical landing gear components, marking Bharat Forge's entry into Embraer's global aerospace supply chain for forged components.
- Generation 5 Holding (UAE)coreExclusive strategic partnership agreement for C-390 Millennium Program in the UAE. Includes local maintenance, repair, and after-sales support services developed in collaboration with Emirati defense company. Supports UAE Air Force's 10 C-390 order.
- TKMS (ThyssenKrupp Marine Systems)secondaryMoU signed to expand the Tamandaré Program for Brazilian Navy. Joint development with Águas Azuis consortium for Tamandaré-class frigates.
- CIAC (Colombia Aeronautical Industry Corporation)secondaryMoU signed at FIDAE airshow to expand industrial and technical cooperation in aerospace. Aims to integrate Colombian companies into Embraer's global production chains for A-29 Super Tucano and KC-390 Millennium platforms.
- Northrop Grumman (USA)secondaryJoint development of advanced air mobility capabilities for U.S. and allied nations, leveraging Northrop Grumman's defense integration expertise.
- Adani Defence & AerospacecoreStrategic partnership to establish regional transport aircraft ecosystem in India, including final assembly line for E175 jets at Dholera SIR in Gujarat. Partners finalized Dholera location in June 2026. Project aligned with Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative and UDAN regional connectivity scheme. Assembly line activation depends on securing minimum airline orders.
- Nidec CorporationcoreJoint venture (Nidec Aerospace) to develop electric motors for eVTOLs, combining Embraer's aviation experience with Nidec's electric motor expertise. Announced at Paris Air Show 2023 with regulatory approval received October 2023.
- OGMA (Portugal)corePortuguese MRO subsidiary providing maintenance services for aircraft, engines, and aerostructures. Key facility for European C-390 support including Hungarian Air Force maintenance. Founded 1918 with 100+ years of expertise.
- GarminsecondarySupplier of G3000 Prodigy Touch flight deck systems for Phenom 100EV and Phenom 300E aircraft. Received Embraer's Best Supplier of the Year Award for 11th consecutive year with 18 total honors over 16-year relationship.
- Pratt & Whitney (RTX)coreSupplier of PW1900G engines for E2 aircraft fleet with production and aftermarket support. Awarded 2026 Best Supplier of the Year in Outstanding Collaboration category. Increasing GTF MRO capacity and integrating GTF Advantage technologies into PW1900G engines.
- Hexcel CorporationsecondarySupplier of advanced carbon fiber and composite materials used across Embraer's commercial, defense, and business aviation platforms. Second consecutive year winning Best Suppliers Award in Standards & Materials Category.
- CAE (Canada)coreEmbraer CAE Training Services (ECTS) provides flight training with full-flight simulators for E-Jets E2 and Praetor aircraft. Asia Pacific's first E-Jets E2 full-flight simulator in Singapore.
- Leonardo (Italy)secondaryDefense partnership mentioned in context of Adani Group investments. Potential collaboration in defense and aerospace manufacturing including helicopter programs.
- Saab (Sweden)secondaryJoint Gripen E/F production line in Brazil with Embraer hosting manufacturing. First Gripen E produced in Brazil unveiled March 2026. Embraer-Saab partnership for business development and engineering opportunities.
Scale indicators17 records
Recent moves10 records
Expansion highlights6 records
Embraer competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Textron Aviation: Subsidiary of Textron manufacturing Cessna and Beechcraft business jets and turboprops. Directly competes with Embraer Executive Jets in light, midsize, and super-midsize categories with comparable product positioning and global service network.
- Bombardier: Canadian manufacturer of business jets (Global, Challenger) competing head-to-head with Embraer's Praetor super-midsize and Phenom light jets in the executive aviation market. Most direct peer in business jet segment with overlapping customers and dealer networks.
- ATR: 50/50 joint venture between Airbus and Leonardo manufacturing regional turboprop aircraft (ATR 42/72). Directly competes with Embraer's regional jet family in the <90-seat segment, particularly for cost-sensitive regional connectivity routes.
- De Havilland Canada: Canadian manufacturer of Dash 8 regional turboprops serving the <80-seat market. Competes with Embraer for regional connectivity missions and shares customer base with E175 operators in North American and global markets.
- Gulfstream Aerospace: General Dynamics subsidiary manufacturing large-cabin, long-range business jets (G650, G700). Overlaps with Embraer's Praetor 600E in super-midsize/large-cabin segment and shares the high-net-worth customer base.
- Dassault Aviation: French manufacturer of Falcon business jets and Rafale fighter aircraft. Competes with Embraer in executive jets (Falcon vs Praetor) and in defense (Rafale vs C-390/A-29) with similar tri-segment exposure.
Broad incumbents
- Airbus: World's largest commercial aircraft manufacturer offering the A220 in the 100-150 seat segment that directly competes with E-Jet E2. Broader incumbent with commercial, defense, helicopter, and space segments; parent of ATR which competes in smaller regional category.
Emerging players
- Leonardo: Italian aerospace and defense company manufacturing helicopters, regional aircraft (M-345, M-346 trainer/light attack), and ATR. Adjacent competitor in defense trainer/light attack (vs A-29) and regional aviation via ATR partnership.
- Saab: Swedish aerospace and defense company manufacturing Gripen fighter jets and AEW&C systems. Existing Embraer partner (joint Gripen E production in Brazil) and competes in defense/airborne surveillance where Embraer offers Netra AEW&C and SABER radars.
- Honda Aircraft: Manufacturer of the HondaJet light business jet. Competes with Embraer's Phenom 100EX and Phenom 300E in the entry-level and light jet categories with growing global dealer presence.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat7 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
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Embraer leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles10 records
Embraer subsidiaries and ownership
Company hierarchySubsidiaries9 records
Embraer funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds8 records
Investors19 records
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Embraer M&A and investment
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Investments7 records
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Frequently asked questions about Embraer
What does Embraer do?
Embraer is a global aerospace manufacturer that designs, develops, certifies, manufactures, and supports commercial regional jets (E-Jet E2 family, 70–150 seats), executive jets (Phenom and Praetor families), military transport and light attack aircraft (KC-390 Millennium and A-29 Super Tucano), agricultural aircraft (Ipanema), and emerging electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft through its Eve Air Mobility subsidiary. Beyond new aircraft, the company sells comprehensive aftermarket services—material solutions, pay-per-hour programs, MRO, modifications, training, integrated support, and digital services—through wholly owned entities such as OGMA in Portugal and a global authorized service center network.
Is Embraer a public or private company?
Embraer is a public company. It is classified as public and is currently operating.
When was Embraer founded?
Embraer was founded in 1969. It employs 5,001 to 10,000 people.
Where is Embraer based?
Embraer is headquartered in São Paulo, Brazil, in the Latin America region.
How does Embraer make money?
Three revenue lines are on record. Aircraft Manufacturing and Sales are the primary driver. The others are services & Support / Aftermarket and defense & Security Products.
Who are Embraer's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Textron Aviation, Bombardier, ATR, De Havilland Canada, Gulfstream Aerospace and Dassault Aviation. Airbus is listed as a broad incumbent. Emerging players are Leonardo, Saab and Honda Aircraft.
Does Embraer have an API?
No public API is recorded for Embraer.
What industry is Embraer in?
Embraer's product category is Commercial Aircraft Manufacturing. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMABAAAC, Business & General Aviation Aircraft Manufacturing, with a secondary code of IMABADAH, Electric & Hybrid-Electric Propulsion (eVTOL/Regional). Its NAICS code is 336411 and its SIC code is 3721.