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Embraer has taken another major step in strengthening its ties with the Netherlands’ defense ecosystem. Under the Industrial Participation Agreement with the Dutch Ministry of Economic Affairs, Embraer has signed new cooperation agreements with TNO, OPT/NET, and ILIAS Solutions, marking a new height in the successful cooperation between Embraer and the Netherlands in the defense domain.

🌍 Driving Innovation Through Strategic Partnerships

• TNO Collaboration: Embraer will work with TNO on multi-agent systems and data management to support surveillance missions and enhance operational responsiveness.
• OPT/NET Partnership: Focused on AI-driven technologies, this cooperation aims to improve decision-support for complex military operations.
• ILIAS Solutions: Providing real-time, integrated data solutions, ILIAS will enhance fleet management and operational efficiency.

Supporting these initiatives, Atech (an Embraer company) will contribute its expertise in mission-critical systems, command-and-control, and intelligence data analysis, reinforcing joint technological development with TNO and OPT/NET.

🗣️ Voices from Leadership

Jan Christiaan Dicke, Commissioner Military Production at the Dutch Ministry of Economic Affairs, stated:

“The Industrial Participation Policy strengthens the DTIB by fostering knowledge, technology, and industrial capacity. The collaboration between the Dutch industry and Embraer under the C-390 Millennium acquisition is fundamental for both parties.”

Frederico Lemos, Chief Commercial Officer at Embraer Defense & Security, added:

“These collaborations mark another milestone in Embraer’s relationship with the Dutch defense ecosystem, reinforcing our commitment to co-developing advanced technologies and operational solutions with trusted partners.”

📈 Meeting Regional Demand

The aerial delivery and defense technology market in the MENA and European regions is experiencing strong growth, driven by increasing demand for military logistics and humanitarian operations. Through these partnerships, Embraer and its Dutch collaborators are well positioned to deliver high-performance, flexible, and locally produced systems that meet evolving global needs.

🏢 About the Partners

• TNO: An independent research organization established in 1932, connecting people and knowledge to create innovations that strengthen industry and society.
• OPT/NET: A Dutch deep-tech company specializing in AI-driven expert systems for mission-critical operations, transforming streaming data into actionable intelligence.
• ILIAS Solutions: With over 30 years of service to the defense sector, ILIAS provides commercial off-the-shelf software solutions for military logistics, fleet management, and expeditionary operations. Since January 2025, ILIAS has been part of the Patria Group.
• Embraer: A global aerospace leader headquartered in Brazil, manufacturing aircraft for commercial, executive, defense, and agricultural markets. With more than 9,000 aircraft delivered, Embraer is the world’s leading manufacturer of commercial jets up to 150 seats.

✍️ What we can say

These new partnerships highlight Embraer’s commitment to innovation, collaboration, and strengthening defense ecosystems worldwide. By combining Dutch expertise in research, AI, and logistics with Embraer’s global aerospace leadership, the collaboration sets the stage for next-generation defense solutions that enhance operational readiness and technological sovereignty.