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Mohammed Bin Rashid Aerospace Hub (MBRAH) and Lufthansa Technik Middle East have officially inaugurated a new Painting & Grinding Center, marking a significant expansion of aviation service capabilities in the emirate.

Located at Dubai South, the facility reinforces Dubai’s growing reputation as a global aviation hub and strengthens MBRAH’s ecosystem for advanced maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) services.

Enhancing efficiency in aircraft maintenance

The new center is designed to support component painting and grinding processes, essential for structural and composite aircraft repairs.

Key benefits include:

1. Faster curing and drying times
2. Improved repair efficiency
3. Reduced turnaround times for airline customers

These enhancements are expected to benefit operators across the Middle East and international markets.

Leadership highlights strategic growth

The inauguration ceremony was attended by Tahnoon Saif and Ziad Al Hazmi, alongside senior executives.

Tahnoon Saif emphasized that the facility represents a key milestone in strengthening Dubai’s aviation ecosystem, aligning with the emirate’s vision to become the aviation capital of the world.

Ziad Al Hazmi noted that the expansion enhances operational capabilities, enabling the company to deliver faster, high-quality technical services to its regional and global clients.

Supporting regional and global airline operations

Lufthansa Technik, through its Middle East arm, provides specialized MRO services for modern commercial aircraft, including:

1. Component support and repairs
2. Structural and composite maintenance
3. Logistics and spare parts supply

The company supports major aircraft platforms, including those from Airbus and Boeing, ensuring reliable and rapid technical assistance.

Strengthening Dubai’s aviation hub ambitions

MBRAH continues to attract leading global aviation players, offering:

1. Free-zone benefits
2. High-level connectivity
3. Access to training, education, and maintenance facilities

As part of the broader Dubai South masterplan, the hub plays a vital role in advancing engineering industries and supporting Dubai’s long-term vision for aviation leadership. The launch of the new facility further positions Dubai as a key center for aviation excellence, capable of meeting the rising global demand for efficient, high-quality aircraft maintenance services.

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