Eve Holding, Inc. announced that it has secured a guaranteed loan of up to $15.6 million from the U.S. Export‑Import Bank (EXIM) and the Private Export Funding Corporation (PEFCO). The credit agreement, signed on December 23 2025, was disclosed on January 15 2026 and will fund engineering services and eVTOL parts from U.S. supplier BAE Systems, including battery systems.
The financing is a key component of Eve’s strategy to de‑risk its electric vertical‑takeoff and landing (eVTOL) program. By securing government‑backed capital that is earmarked for U.S. suppliers, Eve reduces exposure to foreign‑source cost volatility and supply‑chain disruptions while reinforcing its domestic manufacturing footprint.
Eve’s chief financial officer, Eduardo Couto, said the loan “will empower Eve’s U.S. supply chain by providing critical financial flexibility, accelerating the adoption of sustainable air travel globally.” He added that the agreement “underscores EXIM Bank’s confidence in Eve’s business model and the strong future of urban air mobility.”
The loan arrives at a pivotal moment. Eve’s first full‑scale engineering prototype has already completed a test flight, and the company plans to build six fully conforming prototypes by the end of 2026. The financing improves liquidity for the capital‑intensive development and testing phases, helping Eve meet its target for type certification with Brazil’s ANAC agency in 2027.
By tying the loan to U.S. suppliers, Eve also positions itself favorably for international buyers who prefer integrated U.S. solutions. The partnership with BAE Systems streamlines procurement for export customers and aligns with broader U.S. policy incentives that favor domestic aerospace supply chains.
Overall, the $15.6 million loan strengthens Eve’s financial position, mitigates supply‑chain risk, and signals strong confidence from U.S. government lenders in the company’s urban‑air‑mobility vision.
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