RH Aero Dubai has opened a new service center at the Mohammed bin Rashid Aerospace Hub (MBRAH) at Dubai South. The facility will serve as the company’s regional hub for Ground Support Equipment and Engine/Airframe Tooling services across the Middle East, Africa, and India.
The service center spans approximately 2,800 square meters, divided into four adjacent bays of 700 square meters each. The facility has been designed to accommodate future growth and capability expansion, according to the company.
Facility Capabilities and Services
The RH Aero Dubai facility offers inspection, testing, calibration, and recertification services. Moreover, it provides maintenance, repair and overhaul of tooling and Ground Support Equipment. The center will also deliver proof-load testing, modification and upgrade programs, as well as local technical support and on-site service.
Additionally, the facility will provide Aircraft on Ground assistance to airlines, maintenance repair organizations, and original equipment manufacturer partners across the region. These services will enhance the company’s ability to deliver rapid, OEM-licensed tooling support and end-to-end service solutions.
Leadership Statements
“The inauguration of RH Aero’s new service centre marks another milestone in our mission to strengthen Dubai’s position as a global hub for aviation excellence.”
Tahnoon Saif, Chief Executive Officer, Mohammed bin Rashid Aerospace Hub
Tahnoon Saif stated that the expansion of internationally recognized players reflects the confidence that aviation partners place in MBRAH’s integrated ecosystem. He added that the facility contributes to the hub’s mandate of empowering the aerospace industry.
“This facility will allow us to deliver faster turnaround times, OEM-aligned tooling and GSE service solutions, and enhanced service proximity to our partners across the Middle East, Africa, and India.”
Martin Dürr, Executive Vice President, EMEAI Region, RH Aero
About RH Aero and MBRAH
RH Aero operates through its businesses Rhinestahl and HYDRO, delivering capability across custom-designed Ground Support Equipment and OEM-licensed engine and airframe tooling. The company operates 26 global service centers and provides engineered solutions for original equipment manufacturers, maintenance repair organizations, and operators worldwide.
The Mohammed bin Rashid Aerospace Hub offers connectivity for global aerospace players and serves as a free-zone destination for airlines, private jet companies, and maintenance repair organizations. Located in and developed by Dubai South, MBRAH is home to maintenance centers and training campuses. The hub seeks to strengthen engineering industries to foster Dubai’s vision of becoming a leading aviation hub.
Regional Expansion Strategy
The inauguration ceremony was attended by senior leadership from both organizations on February 18, 2026. The facility represents a key step in RH Aero’s long-term growth and customer support strategy for the region. Consequently, the company expects to grow its footprint in collaboration with the Mohammed bin Rashid Aerospace Hub.
