Thursday, October 3, 2024 Embraer , a prominent player in the global aerospace sector, has advanced its collaboration with the Czech Ministry of Defense (MOD) by signing a pivotal Industrial Cooperation Agreement (ICA). This agreement underscores Embraer’s strong dedication to bolstering its long-term partnership with the Czech Republic, with a focus on enhancing the nation’s industrial and technological expertise. Through this collaboration, Embraer aims to drive innovation, create skilled employment opportunities, and contribute to the continued development of the Czech aerospace and defense industries.
Additional agreements signed during the ceremony will expand Aero Vodochody’s involvement in the C-390 Millennium program, while also promoting knowledge exchange and the transfer of expertise to LOM Praha. Director General for Industrial Cooperation of the Czech MOD Mrs. Radka Konderlova further added: “Industrial cooperation is an important part of all strategic armament projects, including the procurement of C-390 Millennium aircraft.
Thanks to its long-term engagement with the Czech industry dating back to the development phase of C-390, Embraer was an excellent partner throughout the negotiations of the Industrial Cooperation Agreement. The company was able to propose projects that will significantly contribute to securing essential security interests of the Czech Republic. In addition, Embraer commits to explore further opportunities to work with the Czech indu.