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MBRAH Signs Agreement with IER MRO Industries to Launch MRO and Engine Test Facility at Dubai South

 The Mohammed Bin Rashid Aerospace Hub (MBRAH) has signed an agreement with International Energy Resources (IER) to establish a cutting-edge Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) and engine test facility at Dubai South. The new 880,000-square-foot facility will offer services such as gas turbine engine component manufacturing, engine repairs, overhauls, and performance testing. Notably, the facility will feature an engine test cell capable of testing both Aero Engines and Aero-Derivative Industrial Engines, with the capacity to test up to 50 engines annually.

The facility will be developed in two phases, with completion expected by Q4 2026 and Q3 2027. This collaboration reflects MBRAH’s dedication to bolstering Dubai’s position as a global aviation hub, aligning with its mission to support industry growth and innovation.

Tahnoon Saif, CEO of MBRAH, expressed excitement over the partnership, highlighting the facility's role in advancing the aerospace industry in Dubai. Larry J. Howie, Chairman & CEO of IER MRO Industries, emphasized the significance of expanding IER’s 22-year presence in Dubai and delivering world-class MRO services.

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