Embraer announced the best suppliers of the year at the 2026 Suppliers Conference. Global partnerships and operational efficiency came to the forefront.
Global Partnerships as the Key to Operational Efficiency
Embraer announced the best suppliers of the year as part of the 2026 Embraer Suppliers Conference (ESC). The company honoured its business partners contributing to operational efficiency and sustainable performance in the global supply chain by presenting awards in 10 different categories.
Embraer management stated that strong supplier relationships were one of the key factors behind the company’s historic performance in 2025.
Emphasis on “Moving Forward as One”
Held under the theme “Moving Forward as One” this year, the conference highlighted the company’s goal of creating an integrated value chain.
Roberto Chaves, Embraer’s Vice President of Global Supply Chain and Logistics, stated that the company works in full synchronisation with its suppliers in line with high demand, stable results, and increasing targets.
According to Chaves, this organisation is not only an awards ceremony but also serves as a platform where strategic alignment and long-term partnerships are strengthened.
A Supply Network Spanning More Than 60 Countries
Embraer’s global supply chain covers more than 60 countries. Through these annual awards, the company aims to:
- Encourage supplier performance
- Strengthen long-term partnerships
- Increase quality and efficiency across the value chain
Award-winning companies also gain the opportunity to join the Embraer Supplier Advisory Council (ESAC), where they can evaluate market trends and new business opportunities together with senior management.
Best Suppliers of 2026
The global companies that stood out in different categories this year are as follows:
- Indirect Supply: SAP (Germany)
- Hardware and Raw Materials: Hexcel (USA)
- Subcontractor: Globo Machining (Brazil)
- Structures: FACC (Austria)
- Interiors: Diehl Aviation (Germany)
- Electrical & Electronics: Garmin (USA)
- Mechanical Systems: Moog Inc. (USA)
- New Developments: ASE (Italy)
- Services & Support: Fokker Services (Netherlands)
- Outstanding Collaboration: Pratt & Whitney (USA)
