► Embraer Defense & Security chooses Fokker Services Group for C-390M aircraft modification package
Rotterdam, The Netherlands, 21 November 2024– Fokker Services Group (“FSG”), an independent aerospace service provider, announced today at the NIDV Exhibition Defence & Security (NEDS) event that it has been chosen by Embraer Defense & Security for an extended modification package including turnkey engineering, certification and modification services for nine C-390M military aircraft. These modifications will prepare the aircraft for use as tactical transport for Special Operations of NATO (North Atlantic Treaty Organization), fulfilling a broad range of military and humanitarian missions. The final operating configuration will be the most extensive C-390M version once delivered and will be far beyond ‘just’ a transport aircraft.
Recently, the Netherlands and Austria confirmed a joint deal for nine C-390M aircraft for Embraer’s tactical transport. Five (5) of these will be operated by the Royal Netherlands Air Force (RNLAF), and the remaining four (4) by the Austrian Air Force. Since its introduction in 2019, the C-390M has received extremely good attention and feedback across the industry for its exceptional performance, adaptability to various missions, and innovative features.
FSG has a rich history in aircraft modifications and conversions, supporting several Air forces with F16 support and partnering with the RNLAF for NH-90 helicopter base-maintenance, and delivering many troopship and surveillance aircraft. The company recently announced the joint operation of a new hangar facility with the RNLAF in Woensdrecht (The Netherlands) for maintaining key RNLAF assets. Additionally, FSG this year delivered a factory-new Gulfstream G550 converted to Special Mission Aircraft.
“We are delighted with our continued cooperation and partnership with Embraer and we look forward to making this Defense & Security agreement a success”, say Menzo van der Beek and Roland van Dijk, both co-CEO of FSG.
“The experience on highly sophisticated NATO modifications in combination with our existing capabilities in engineering, interiors, sheet metal work and structural modifications will create a valuable advantage in becoming a partner of choice for other programs for NATO, United Nations or other organisations and operators. FSG is grateful to contribute in these kind of special mission projects for peacekeeping, security and humanitarian aid.”, says Robert Koolen, Sales Director Aircraft Conversions & Completions.