Abu dhabi: The United Arab Emirates' advanced technology and defence company, EDGE, today announced an agreement to acquire a 100% stake in AKAER, a Brazilian aerospace and engineering company with more than 30 years of experience delivering advanced products and solutions across the aerospace and defence sectors.
According to Emirates News Agency, the acquisition, which remains subject to customary conditions precedent and regulatory approvals, would give EDGE an established engineering base in Brazil and a highly skilled, multidisciplinary team spanning the full product lifecycle, from conceptual design through to industrialisation.
The move is set to strengthen EDGE's ability to secure industrialisation timelines on key UAV programmes and extend the Group's capabilities into optronics, electro-optic and infrared systems, and space-related technologies. AKAER already collaborates closely with EDGE on the development and industrialisation of unmanned systems, with strong results, providing a proven foundation for closer integration across the Group.
Hamad Al Marar, EDGE Group's Managing Director and CEO, expressed that AKAER brings significant engineering depth to EDGE. He emphasized that the highly specialized team with decades of experience in delivering complex aerospace programmes enhances what EDGE can offer across the Group. The priority remains on continuity for AKAER's team, programmes, and clients while laying the groundwork for long-term growth.
Founded in 1992 and headquartered in So Jos© dos Campos, AKAER has earned a strong reputation for engineering excellence and delivery on complex aerospace programmes, working with leading industry partners and contributing to Brazil's national aerospace efforts.
AKAER has delivered more than 10 million engineering hours across a diverse portfolio of aerospace programmes for global manufacturers. This includes military and commercial platforms such as Saab's Gripen NG fighter jet, Turkish Aerospace's Hrjet trainer, aircraft major modification programmes, and Embraer's Super Tucano, ERJ-E1, ERJ-E2, Legacy 450/500, and KC-390 programmes. The company has also provided engineering support to Boeing's 747-8, Calidus's B-250, and the Brazilian Air Force's P-3 Orion fleet.
The agreement to acquire AKAER represents a significant step in EDGE's strategy to expand its international footprint and build engineering capacity closer to key markets and partners. This will enable AKAER to build on its established programmes and client base in Brazil, while continuing operations with local governance in place.
