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Multi-year agreement includes expanded supply of aluminum products

Novelis has signed a new multi-year contract with Brazilian aircraft manufacturer Embraer at the Paris Air Show. The agreement covers the supply of aluminum plates, sheets, and an increasing number of pre-cut shapes used across all Embraer aircraft programs.

The renewed contract reflects Embraer’s continued confidence in Novelis’ expertise and marks a significant step towards more sustainable aerospace manufacturing: The growing application of pre-cut shapes improves the overall “buy-to-fly” ratio – reducing raw material needs, minimizing waste, and optimizing metal utilization throughout the production process.

This agreement marks a continued growth of a long-standing and highly successful partnership between Novelis and Embraer, built on decades of collaboration, trust, and shared commitment to excellence.

Roberto Chaves, Executive Vice-President of Global Procurement & Supply Chain of Embraer

Our close partnership with Embraer is built on technical innovation, reliability, and a shared vision for a more sustainable aerospace industry. By expanding our product offering, we are supporting Embraer in manufacturing more efficiently economically and environmentally. It’s a win-win for both companies and for our shared vision to decarbonization.

Johan Petry, Vice President, Global Aerospace & Industrial Plate, Novelis

The continued collaboration between Novelis and Embraer is part of a long-term commitment to driving sustainability and innovation across the aerospace supply chain.

Steve Fisher, President and Chief Executive Officer of Novelis and Roberto Chaves, Executive Vice-President of Global Procurement & Supply Chain of Embraer
Materials and Recycling Expertise Supporting Resource-Efficient Aerospace Components

Novelis is participating in the Paris Air Show 2025, the world’s premier aerospace exhibition taking place June 16-22 in Le Bourget, France showcasing aluminum lightweighting solutions. 

Drawing on decades of experience in aerospace applications, Novelis showcases its developments in high-performance aluminum solutions for lightweight structures.

A key feature of Novelis’ showcase is the “Low Carbon Rib-Demonstrator,” developed in collaboration with GKN Aerospace. This prototype structural aircraft component is made with up to 90% recycled aluminum input. Initial assessments indicate that this may potentially reduce CO₂ emissions by up to 80% versus current production. While still in the demonstration phase, this project highlights the potential for more sustainable approaches in aerospace manufacturing. The pioneering innovation case is a first step; while not yet commercial, it lays the groundwork for near-future applications.

Novelis´aerospace portfolio with advanced aluminum plate and sheet for fuselage and wing structures, being qualified to supply 90%+ of today’s flying demand.

At Novelis, we believe that circularity and innovation go hand in hand. Our Low Carbon Rib-Demonstrator shows the potential for recycled materials to fulfill the rigorous demands of aerospace applications, while reducing environmental impact. We are proud to work alongside industry leaders to accelerate the transformation to a more circular aerospace industry.

Johan Petry, Vice President, Global Aerospace & Industrial Plate, Novelis


These milestones underscore our long-standing commitment to customer collaboration. As part of our Vision 3×30, we’re deepening partnerships to accelerate circularity.

Novelis has once again reaffirmed its position as a premier supplier in the aerospace industry by clinching the prestigious “Embraer Best Supplier Award 2023” in the Standards & Materials category. This accolade marks the seventh consecutive year that Novelis has been recognized for its outstanding performance in delivering top-notch materials and solutions to the airplane maker.

The award was presented at the recent Embraer Suppliers Conference, where Novelis was recognized for its unwavering commitment to excellence and innovation. “I am delighted to personally accept the Embraer Award 2023 for Standards & Materials on behalf of Novelis,” stated Johan Petry, Vice President of Aerospace & Industrial Plate at Novelis. “This achievement underscores our strong partnership with Embraer, a relationship built on mutual trust and continuous improvement.”

Novelis’ dedication to advancing aerospace technology through high-quality aluminum solutions has been pivotal in maintaining its reputation as a preferred supplier. The company’s consistent performance in meeting Embraer’s stringent standards reflects its deep-rooted commitment to customer satisfaction and industry-leading expertise.

“We are proud of this recognition, which highlights Novelis’ relentless pursuit of excellence and our ability to deliver superior products tailored to the aerospace sector,” added Petry. “This award motivates us to continue pushing boundaries, driving innovation, and setting new benchmarks in our industry.”

In receiving the Embraer Best Supplier Award 2023, Novelis celebrates not only its own achievements but also the enduring partnerships that drive progress in the global aerospace landscape.

For more information about Novelis and its commitment to innovation in aerospace materials, visit Aerospace – Novelis.

The recent article “Aerospace Report. Cleared for Takeoff”, published in Metal Center News, talks about the aerospace industry’s robust recovery.  

Johan Petry, Novelis’ Vice President of Aerospace Sales and Marketing, emphasizes that the demand surge, especially for single-aisle planes, has created significant challenges in the industry. Petry points out that even before the pandemic, OEMs faced substantial backlogs, which intensified during the COVID-19 crisis as customers deferred orders. Now, with air travel rebounding globally, production is now entering calmer waters, resulting in a good balance of supply and demand.

Read the full article here: Metal Center News – Cleared for Takeoff. 

ATLANTA, Oct. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Novelis, a leading sustainable aluminum solutions provider and world leader in aluminum rolling and recycling, announced today that it has renewed its contract with Airbus. The contract extends a successful, cooperative relationship spanning more than 30 years.

Read the full report here.

ATLANTA, July 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Novelis Inc., a leading sustainable aluminum solutions provider and the world leader in aluminum rolling and recycling, today announced that it has signed a Cooperation Research Agreement with Airbus, which will allow for tighter collaboration between the two companies and advance the development of aluminum solutions for the aircraft of tomorrow.

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