Global aerospace company, Embraer, held the Embraer Suppliers Conference (ESC), an annual conference focused on strategic alignment with the supply chain. This year’s conference was based on the theme “Together we shape the future,” and was the setting of the best suppliers of the year award ceremony.
Embraer Suppliers Conference
Brazil-based aircraft manufacturer, Embraer, organised the Embraer Suppliers Conference (ESC). The annual event highlights the work of the supply chain to continuously improve operational efficiency. This year’s ESC further emphasised the collaboration, resilience and commitment of the partners who overcame new challenges and contributed to Embraer’s successful year.
During the ESC, Embraer presented awards for the best suppliers of the year, spanning ten categories. This ceremony is carried out every year to recognise the efforts of the entire supply chain, uniting Embraer’s suppliers who are based in over sixty different countries.
Roberto Chaves, Executive Vice-President of Global Procurement and Supply Chain at Embraer, said:
“With a strong and aligned Supply Chain, last year proved our ability to deliver ambitious goals and set new records. But shaping the future means staying ahead – by embracing challenges, anticipating risks, applying lean principles with safety first and quality always, and standing together to drive efficiency across our businesses. We shape the future by acting today with collaboration, purpose and vision.”
Award Winners
Indirect Supply Category: NUMEN, Brazil
Standards & Materials Category: HEXCEL, United States
Subcontract Category: FASTWORK, Brazil
Structures Category: KAWASAKI, Japan
Interiors Category: F/LIST GMBH, Austria
Electrical & Electronic Systems Category: GARMIN, United States
Mechanical Systems Category: GE AEROSPACE, United States
Programme Development Category: ASE, Italy
Services & Support Category: FOKKER Services, Netherlands
Outstanding Collaboration Category: FACC, Austria
Having received these awards, the above suppliers will become part of the Embraer Suppliers Advisory Council (ESAC). In this strategic committee, suppliers and Embraer’s senior leadership will work in collaboration to discuss market trends and opportunities for business partnerships, driving forward mutual growth.
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