Embraer positions Thai Aviation Industries for local maintenance and support to the Royal Thai Armed Forces

Singapore, February 04, 2026 - Embraer (NYSE: EMBJ / B3: EMBJ3) has advanced discussions with Thai Aviation Industries (TAI) for a potential partnership aimed at establishing TAI as a future local authorized service center. The initiative could enhance in country maintenance capabilities for the Royal Thai Armed Forces' (RTARF) ERJ135 fleet. The initiative may be implemented by the end of 2026.

This collaboration marks the next phase of the Memorandum of Understanding between Embraer and TAI, reinforcing the importance of joint contribution to build a solid aerospace and defense ecosystem in Thailand through local industrial engagement and strategic partnerships.

"The ERJ135s continue to be a useful asset to the Thai government and we are impressed by Embraer's growing portfolio of aircraft," said Air Chief Marshal Piboon Vorravanpreecha, Managing Director of TAI. "Our partnership with Embraer demonstrates Thailand's growing capabilities in aerospace support services. We're proud to be Embraer's trusted partner in the region and look forward to exploring broader opportunities as our relationship deepens."

"This partnership with TAI is about building long-term self-reliance and capability in Thailand's aviation industry," said Carlos Naufel, President and CEO, Embraer Services & Support. "By investing in local partnerships, we're creating the foundation for deeper collaboration across our portfolio, including opportunities for future platforms. We see strong potential for the KC-390 Millennium's advanced multi-mission capabilities to support Thailand's long-term strategic defense requirements."

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About Thai Aviation Industries

Thai Aviation Industries is an aircraft maintenance, repair and overhaul center for state and commercial aircraft in Thailand. The Thai government approved the establishment of TAI on 23 September 2003, by the Royal Thai Air Force.

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 145 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.