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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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