Dubai’s aerospace hub draws bigger aircraft cabin retrofit push

Dubai: UUDS AERO has expanded its presence at Mohammed Bin Rashid Aerospace Hub in Dubai South, taking its footprint to more than 180,000 square metres across multiple facilities since setting up its first operation there in 2022.

UUDS AERO now operates four facilities within MBRAH’s Aerospace Supply Chain zone, with another airside facility currently under development.

The company is also progressing plans for two Code F plots, which will support advanced cabin completion and retrofit work for wide-body aircraft. It is also developing what is expected to be the region’s first Cabin Excellence Center at the Airline Manufacturing and Supply Chain Zone.

The expansion comes amid growing demand for specialised aviation services, with airlines and operators investing in cabin upgrades, aircraft modifications and retrofit programmes to improve passenger experience and extend the useful life of aircraft.

"Our focus remains aligned with the vision of our leadership to position Dubai as the aviation capital of the world, while providing our partners with the infrastructure, connectivity, and support they need to scale their operations and serve the regional and global aviation sectors from Dubai," said Tahnoon Saif, CEO of Mohammed Bin Rashid Aerospace Hub.

MBRAH said the growth of UUDS AERO reflects the wider development of aerospace activity within the hub, supported by infrastructure, connectivity, regulatory support and access to manufacturers, suppliers, maintenance providers and aviation stakeholders.

MBRAH is a free-zone destination for airlines, private jet companies, maintenance, repair and overhaul providers and related aerospace businesses. Located within Dubai South, it is also home to maintenance centres, training facilities and education campuses, with a mandate to support Dubai’s wider aviation and engineering ambitions.