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Published: 11 October 2023

Avibras was present at the AUSA 2023 Annual Meeting & Exposition, an annual fair held in Washington in the United States, in which local companies and companies from around the world present their latest innovations and products in the defence and security sectors. More than 600 companies from 80 countries participate in the event held from October 9th to 11th. Avibras has been a member of AUSA since 1990.

Avibras International Sales Manager Marcelo Ortiz Herrerin and Sales Engineer Almir Lemos checked out market trends, technological innovations, as well as the latest research and developments in the segment, in addition to interacting with customers and partners.

This exchange is essential for the technological update of the solutions offered by the company to meet customers’ needs, in addition to providing a favourable environment for networking and establishing contacts with professionals in the defence sector, foreign governments, military organizations and customers.

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Published: 11 October 2023

Last week, Avibras facility in Jacareí received important visits from the Brazilian Army (EB). On October 2nd, 11 military personnel, three from EB and nine foreigners from friendly nations, from the International Strategic Studies Course (CIEE) of the Army Command and General Staff College (ECEME), were at the company to learn about the technological and production capabilities of Avibras and the strategic projects with the Armed Forces.

On October 3rd, the company received the Army Artillery Commander, Brigade General Moisés da Paixão Júnior, from the Rockets and Missiles Artillery Instruction Centre (CIArtMslFgt), accompanied by 15 military personnel, including instructors and students from the Planning and Employment Course of Missiles and Rockets System for Senior Officers, the Army General Staff Course (QEMA) and the Logistics Manager Course of the Missiles and Rockets System.

The goal was to learn about the company's potential and the production of the ASTROS Missiles and Rockets Artillery System.

On October 4th, the technical visit by students and instructors of the Advanced Aviation Course of the Army Aviation Instruction Centre (CIAvEx) took place. They learned about the industrial and technological capability of the 70 mm Skyfire System, which is part of the broad portfolio of products developed by Avibras, and allows for two distinct applications, one as axial armament for aircraft (air-to-surface) and the other as an area saturation system (surface-to-surface).

EATI – The Avibras Technology and Innovation Space (EATI) located in the São José dos Campos Technology Park also received on September 28th a visit from the Technological Management and Innovation Agency (AGITEC) / EB Department of Science and Technology (DCT) during the event Innovation Week 2023.

The delegation had the opportunity to learn more about the company, the partnership possibilities and the purpose of EATI, which is to be Avibras' Technology and Innovation embassy for research, development and innovation in an environment of partnerships and collaboration with universities and research institutes and development agencies.

This movement strengthens the triple helix, a concept that points to the joint action between companies, academia and government as the path to technological innovation and the country's economic development.

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Published: 06 October 2023

In September, Avibras participated in the working meeting of the Chief of Staff of the Brazilian Army (EB) with the Army Science and Technology System focusing on the continuity of the ASTROS Strategic Program (PrgEE). Held at the Army Technological Centre (CTEx) in Rio de Janeiro, the goal of the event was to coordinate, level knowledge and disseminate the program's activities in relation to research and development of the Tactical Cruise Missile and the Guided Rocket, in addition to present the current situation and define the next activities.

Among the participants in the activity were Division General Tales Eduardo Areco Villela, Director of Manufacturing (DF), Brigade General Alexandre Martins Castilho, Head of the Army Technological Centre (CTEx), Brigade General Marcelo Corrêa Horewicz, Chief of Army Assessment Centre (CAEx), Brigade General R/1 José Julio Dias Barreto, Manager of the ASTROS Army Strategic Program (EPEx), Colonel Jorge Audrin Morgado de Gois, Head of the Teaching, Research, Development and Innovation Advisory from the Department of Science and Technology (EPDI/DCT), as well as representatives from the Technological Management and Innovation Agency (AGITEC) and other officers from the Brazilian Army. Avibras was represented by the Avibras Program Management manager, Fabio Nakagawa, the Tactical Cruise Missile Project manager, Evandro Nunes and the Guided Rocket Project manager, Ronaldo Rangel. Avibras is proud to be part of the Program as an integrating company.

Designed and developed by Avibras, the ASTROS System contributes to the evolution and consolidation of Missile and Rocket Artillery, representing a technological leap in capacity, efficiency and effectiveness in the fire support of the Land Force. It also reinforces the Army's contribution to achieving the strategic objective of Extra-regional Deterrence, in addition to creating and maintaining highly specialized jobs, generating income and bringing foreign currency to Brazil with exports to friendly countries.

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Published: 03 October 2023

On September, Avibras received a visit from a delegation from the Institute of Aeronautics and Space (IAE) led by Air Brigadier Frederico Casarino, director of the Institute, with the aim of reaffirming the partnership with the Brazilian Air Force (FAB ).

The president of Avibras, João Brasil Carvalho Leite and members of the Commercial and Programs areas welcomed the authorities, who had the opportunity to learn about the entire manufacturing structure and Avibras' training for the ongoing events with the Air Force, such as the production of the S50, the main engine of the Microsatellite Launch Vehicle (VLM-1) within the scope of the Brazilian Space Program (PEB). The focus was also on sharing expertise in order to collaborate with reliable, efficient products of advanced technologies, providing the execution of related projects, such as the development of a long-range cruise missile, with propulsion based on a reaction engine for launch from aerial platforms, the MICLA-BR, so called in the Aeronautics Military Strategic Plan (PEMAER) and the VSB-30 Space Rocket, a small launcher, aimed at carrying out experiments in microgravity environments.

For Avibras, this cooperation is crucial to strengthen Brazil's autonomous capacity in vehicle launches with the placement of satellites in orbit, directly contributing to the Brazilian aerospace advancement, the development of cutting-edge technology, training of industry, institutes and launch centres, in addition to promoting the country's international recognition in the aerospace sector.

AEB Visit – Focusing on the projects and important partnerships established to boost the Brazilian Space Program (PEB), Avibras visited on September, the Brazilian Space Agency (AEB), a regional unit in São José dos Campos located in the Technology Park.

Avibras military advisor André Luís Maciel de Oliveira (Cel/R1), engineer Larissa Menezes de Oliveira (Commercial) and engineer Eduardo Dore Roda (Program Management) were received by the coordinators of the AEB unit in São José, Alexandre Macedo and Jaime Silva.

AEB is interested in acquiring the S30 and S31 engines as part of the Microgravity Program. For the agency, Avibras plays a very important role in the success of PEB, especially in terms of access to space both in VSB-30 for the Microgravity Program and as a supplier of the S50 engines for the Microsatellite Launch Vehicle (VLM-1).

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Published: 28 September 2023

The Avibras facility in Lorena was the base for Agulhas Negras Operation carried out by the 2nd Division of the Brazilian Army, reinforcing the company's long and solid partnership with the military institution. From September 18 to 25, the 4th Mechanized Infantry Battalion from Osasco, São Paulo, and the 13th Mechanized Cavalry Regiment from Pirassununga, São Paulo, were based at the company, mobilizing 368 soldiers, 35 vehicles and 20 armoured vehicles, including the Guarani, Urutu and Cascavel.

The operation, which will run until September 30, is one of the Land Force's largest training exercises in 2023, involving around 4,500 military personnel from 40 units. The aim is to maintain the state of readiness of the troops of the 2nd Division in offensive and defensive operations and in cooperation and coordination with agencies, as well as exercising command and leadership skills at all levels. The area of operations involves the cities of São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro.

As part of its actions in the community, Avibras often provides space at its facility in Lorena for training of agencies such as the Brazilian Army, Federal Police, Fire Department and Military Police, among others.

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Published: 27 September 2023

Avibras confirmed last Friday, September 22nd, its intention to establish a strategic partnership with New Technologies Global Systems (NTGS), a Spanish defence industry focused on expanding its business in the international market.  The strategy is to become a multinational company through partnerships with Spanish companies and the consolidation of a European subsidiary.

The agreement will allow the company to bid for the new High Mobility Launcher System (SILAM) program for the Spanish Army, with the production of the ASTROS Missile and Rocket Artillery System, which is combat-proven and well established in the world defence market. 

The technology transfer of the system foreseen in the cooperation will depend on the needs of the Spanish government, and the intellectual property will remain at Avibras' headquarters in Brazil.

In addition to focusing on its economic and financial recovery to increase its participation in the international market, Avibras is adopting a series of strategies and actions to become even more competitive, including the establishment of strategic partnerships to further strengthen its portfolio of high value-added products and further explore export opportunities to expand its presence in the global market.

About Avibras

Avibras is a Brazilian technology and innovation company with unique industrial capacity and recognized worldwide for the excellence and quality of its products, systems and engineering solutions in the areas of Aeronautics, Space, Electronics, Vehicles and Defence.

With more than 60 years of experience and certified as a Strategic Defence Company (EED), Avibras has consolidated its position as one of the world's leading companies in the Defence and Aerospace segment, with the development and manufacture of special vehicles for military purposes, becoming a reference in Multiple Rocket Launch System (MRLS), ballistic and guided rockets, missiles and pioneering participation in space research programs.

Known as a company that has the “Skills to build Skills”, Avibras is a System House, offering technological solutions to meet any need of its customers, showing real diversification and spin-off opportunities in Defence, Space and Complex Systems Integration.

Based in São José dos Campos, in Vale do Paraíba, the company is a pioneer in in-house, innovative and independent technology and operates in large facilities in Jacareí and Lorena. Its workforce is composed of highly qualified engineers, researchers and technicians capable of providing solutions for the most varied segments.

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Published: 26 September 2023

Last Thursday, September 21st, Avibras had the opportunity to present its portfolio of high added-value products to the delegation from the Bolivian Ministry of Defence at an event held by the Brazilian Association of Defence and Security Materials Industries (ABIMDE) in Sao Paulo. The objective was to strengthen commercial relations between Brazil and Bolivia, generating business opportunities for associated companies.

Sales executive Cezar Damasceno highlighted Avibras' industrial and technological capacity in products, systems and engineering solutions in the areas of Aeronautics, Space, Electronics, Vehicles and Defense, with emphasis on ASTROS (Rocket and Missile Artillery System), a world reference in its class and proven in combat, as well as missiles, ballistic and guided rockets, among others.

During the meeting, Colonel Armando Lemos, executive-director of ABIMDE, gave a presentation showcasing the Association, highlighting the potential, expertise and relevance of the Brazilian Defence Industrial Base.

At the end of the meeting, the authorities of the friendly country expressed their gratitude to ABIMDE for the opportunity offered, congratulated the Brazilian companies for the quality and professionalism of their products and expressed their interest in establishing business and partnerships.

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Published: 14 August 2023

Avibras was present at the Brazilian Defense Day, a meeting held in Brasilia this Wednesday, August 9th, by the Ministry of Defense, through the Department of Defense Products (Seprod), in partnership with the Brazilian Association of Defense and Security Materials Industries (Abimde). The event brought together the diplomatic corps of friendly nations and representatives of companies from the Brazilian Defense Industrial Base with the aim of strengthening relations and creating opportunities for the commercialization of defense products, services and systems abroad.

Representatives from around 50 countries attended the presentations of the companies in the form of Pitch Competition, which means showing off and defending the business to investors.

Avibras was represented by the International Sales manager Marcelo Ortiz Herrerin and by the military advisor, Colonel R/1 André Luís Maciel de Oliveira. Herrerin highlighted the company's innovative technological solutions in the area of ​​Defense, with emphasis on the Rocket and Missile Artillery System (ASTROS), reference in its class and proven in combat, and the Tactical Cruise Missile (TCM) capable of neutralizing targets up to 300 kilometres.

For Avibras, the event was important for presenting its product portfolio to the foreign market, leveraging new business opportunities.

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Published: 31 July 2023

With over 60 years of experience in the Defense and Aerospace sectors, Avibras Indústria Aeroespacial, a Brazilian company specializing in technology and innovation, signed a memorandum of understanding with the Saudi company SCOPA Defense on Monday, July 31st, during the Brazil-Saudi Arabia Investment Forum held at the headquarters of the Federation of Industries of the State of São Paulo (Fiesp) in São Paulo.

The partnership aims to develop and manufacture advanced Defense equipment, bringing important capabilities, creating new jobs, and ensuring the sovereignty of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, especially in the Defense sector.

According to Avibras President João Brasil Carvalho Leite, the cooperation adds even more value to Avibras' business, reinforcing the longstanding partnership between the company and Saudi Arabia.

One of SCOPA's objectives is to contribute to the defense sector by identifying ways to invest in the private sector and create employment opportunities for Saudi nationals. To this end, the company believes that establishing private defense industries will stimulate other sectors such as industrial equipment, communications, and information technology.

SCOPA aims to establish partnerships with world-leading companies to provide advanced defense solutions, with a strong emphasis on local manufacturing.

 About Avibras

Avibras is a Brazilian technology and innovation company with unique industrial capacity and recognized worldwide for the excellence and quality of its products, systems and engineering solutions in the areas of Aeronautics, Space, Electronics, Vehicles and Defense.

 With more than 60 years of experience and certified as a Strategic Defence Company (EED), Avibras has consolidated its position as one of the world's leading companies in the Defense and Aerospace segment, with the development and manufacture of special vehicles for military purposes, becoming a reference in Multiple Rocket Launch System (MRLS), ballistic and guided rockets, missiles and pioneering participation in space research programs.

Known as a company that has the “Skills to build Skills”, Avibras is a System House, offering technological solutions to meet any need of its customers, showing real diversification and spin-off opportunities in Defence, Space and Complex Systems Integration.

Based in São José dos Campos, in Vale do Paraíba, the company is a pioneer in in-house, innovative and independent technology and operates in large facilities in Jacareí and Lorena. Its workforce is composed of highly qualified engineers, researchers and technicians capable of providing solutions for the most varied segments.

About SCOPA Defense

Established as the Kingdom's preeminent defense company, SCOPA's objective is to contribute effectively to the ambitious Vision 2030 program by creating organic military industries.

By providing innovative defense systems and services that meet the needs and requirements of the Saudi Armed Forces, SCOPA will expand and enhance the Kingdom's defense capabilities and ecosystem, as well as access global defense and security markets.

SCOPA was founded by Mohammad bin Abdulaziz Alajlan, the Vice Chairman of Ajlan & Bros Group, founded in 1979, which holds stakes in more than 75 companies and employs around 15,000 employees in 25 countries, being an active conglomerate in many strategic sectors.

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Published: 20 July 2023

Today, our #TBT is dedicated to the Operational Evaluation of loading and transporting the ASTROS System vehicle on the KC-390 aircraft, which took place earlier this month at the Air Base in Anápolis (GO), Brazil. This significant mission is part of the Third Phase of Operation Zeus, carried out by the Brazilian Air Force (FAB). The successful flight test demonstrated the remarkable aerotransportability capacity of the ASTROS vehicle by the KC-390, currently serving as the largest and heaviest vehicle transported by this aircraft. What a success!

Watch the video below!"