November 17th, 2024
Embraer and Indonesia’s PTDI sign MoU to foster collaboration in Commercial Aviation
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, November 17, 2024 – Embraer
and PT Dirgantara Indonesia, Indonesia’s leading aerospace company, have signed
a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at growing collaboration in commercial
aviation. The MoU was signed at the Indonesia-Brazil CEO Forum, chaired by
Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto, on the sidelines of the G20 Summit in
Brazil in the presence of several Indonesian figures including Coordinating
Minister for Economic Affairs Airlangga Hartarto, Special Presidential Envoy of
the Republic of Indonesia Hashim Djojohadikusumo and Chairman of the Indonesian
Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KADIN) Anindya Bakrie.
Embraer and PTDI will conduct joint
studies to evaluate partnership opportunities in commercial aviation, in areas
such as engineering and the supply of aerostructures. The collaboration
framework will be guided by rigorous commercial and technical standards,
ensuring alignment with industry best practices and business objectives. Both
companies are committed to exploring opportunities that create mutual value
while maintaining the highest quality and performance standards in aerospace
manufacturing.
This agreement represents a
significant step in advancing aerospace collaboration between Brazil and
Indonesia, fostering technological innovation and industrial partnerships
across emerging economies.
“As Indonesia’s premier aerospace manufacturer,
PTDI has strong ambitions for Indonesia,” said Gita Amperiawan, President
Director of PT Dirgantara Indonesia. “We look forward to developing this collaboration and tapping on
Embraer’s 55 years of expertise and knowledge, which will boost our
capabilities, particularly in the commercial aviation sector.”
“We are
excited about this growing relationship between Embraer and Indonesia’s PTDI,”
said Rodrigo Silva e Souza, Vice President of Marketing for Embraer Commercial
Aviation. “Indonesia is one of the fastest growing aviation markets globally
and we see areas where both parties can harness the strength of its expertise,
enhance Indonesia’s aerospace capabilities and expand its air connectivity.”
The Indonesian Air Force operates a fleet of
A-29 Super Tucanos and there is a sizeable fleet of Embraer business jets
operating in the country. PT Wira Jasa Angkasa (WJA) is Embraer Executive Jets’
appointed authorized service center in Indonesia.
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About PTDI
PT Dirgantara Indonesia, also known as PTDI, is
one of the indigenous aerospace companies in Asia.
With extensive experience in aircraft design,
PTDI has become proficient in designing new aircraft, modifying system
configurations, and manufacturing structures for specific mission purposes,
such as maritime patrol, surveillance, and coast guard operations. PTDI also
provides aircraft services for both civilian and military customers,
specializing in light and medium aircraft.
Since its establishment in 1976, PTDI has
successfully developed and expanded its capabilities as an aerospace industry
leader in the region.
About Embraer
A global aerospace company headquartered in Brazil,
Embraer has businesses in Commercial and Executive aviation, Defense and
Security, and Agricultural Aviation. The company designs, develops,
manufactures, and markets aircraft and systems, providing Services and Support
to customers after-sales.
Since it was founded in 1969, Embraer has
delivered more than 9,000 aircraft. On average, about every 10 seconds an
aircraft manufactured by Embraer takes off somewhere in the world, transporting
over 150 million passengers a year.
Embraer is the leading manufacturer of
commercial jets with up to 150 seats and the main exporter of high- value-added
goods in Brazil. The company maintains industrial units, offices, service, and
parts distribution centers, among other activities, across the Americas,
Africa, Asia, and Europe.
For media
queries, please contact:
Annisa
Carolina
PT Dirgantara
Indonesia
carolina@indonesian-aerospace.com
+62 813 9844
3780
Nilma
Missir-Boissac
Embraer (APAC)
nilma.boissac@sin.embraer.com
+65 9012 8428
Source: Humas PTDI