Embraer signs R&D MoU with TNO for defence tech

Embraer and TNO, the Netherlands Organization for Applied Scientific Research, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for future developments of defence and dual-use products and services in air, sea, land, and space domains. The MoU may include joint research, technology development, and innovation process. “We are very pleased to strengthen our relationship with Embraer Defense & Security through this MoU. We see multiple opportunities to extend the cooperation and to jointly develop advanced technologies and innovations for a safe and secure society. We are looking forward to use our complementary knowledge and technologies in the defence and security domain for mutual benefit,” said Marja Eijkman, Managing Director of TNO Defense, Safety and Security. The MoU intends to extend and increase long-term business relations between the parties during the research and development of key technologies for defence applications, which can be part of future capabilities within Embraer’s existing platforms such as the C-390 Millennium, or new aircraft, vehicles, and systems. This MoU also aims to strengthen the cooperation between Embraer and TNO in The Netherlands and Brazil. “We truly believe that this MoU can generate a lot of value for both parties. We have seen a great synergy between TNO and Embraer related to our company’s complementarity defence and security expertise. Also, we believe that together we can advance in research in fields such as autonomy and artificial intelligence, which are very important for us,” said Jackson Schneider, President and CEO of Embraer Defense & Security. For Editorial Inquiries Contact: Editor Kym Bergmann at [email protected] For Advertising Inquiries Contact: Director of Sales Graham Joss at [email protected]