Embraer aims to enhance supply chain base in India

Embraer said it is looking to expand its supply chain in India. The company is evaluating the country to support its defence, commercial aviation and executive jets businesses. The Brazilian OEM stated there is potential in the country for areas such as aerostructures, machining, sheet metal, composites, forgings, wire harness, as well as hardware and software development. “India has a robust aviation and defence industry, and we see strong viability for manufacturers and systems developers in India to be key suppliers at Embraer,” said Embraer executive vice president of global procurement and supply chain Roberto Chaves. “We are driven by