The Adani Group has partnered with Brazilian aerospace major Embraer to manufacture the company’s popular regional jets in India. These aircraft are mainly used on short- to medium-haul routes and have seating capacities ranging from 70 to 146 passengers. The move marks a major step under the Make in India initiative and will place India among a select group of countries with a final assembly line for commercial fixed-wing aircraft.
Adani Aerospace recently signed a memorandum of understanding with Embraer in Brazil to set up the final assembly line. While details regarding the location, investment amount, and operational timeline have not yet been announced, officials indicated that more clarity is expected later this month at the Hyderabad air show.
The Adani Group is also expanding its presence in aircraft services. Last December, it announced plans to enter engine maintenance, repair and overhaul services, along with passenger aircraft-to-freighter conversions. Jeet Adani, Director of Adani Airport Holdings Ltd, said the group has separated airport infrastructure from aircraft services and is merging its MRO businesses into a single large platform catering to both civilian and defence needs.
Officials have also indicated that fiscal incentives may be considered to encourage airlines to place orders from the proposed assembly line. These incentives are expected to reduce gradually as order volumes increase. Over the next five years, the Adani Group plans to invest ₹1 lakh crore in its airports business and currently operates India’s largest airport network, handling about 23% of passenger traffic and nearly 33% of cargo movement nationwide.
