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Aerospace Technical Services Co. Ltd. obtained Part 145 certification from the Bermuda Civil Aviation Authority, supplementing its existing approvals from authorities in the European Union, Guernsey, Turkmenistan and Jordan. The company announced line-maintenance agreements with Ethiopian Airlines and AJet that encompass routine and non-routine checks, inspections, technical-manual support and coordination between ground crews and flight operations. According to company statements, these steps strengthen its ability to minimise aircraft-on-ground time through rapid component sourcing, repair management and AOG response services. Mahdi Al-Tahaineh, chief executive of the firm, said in the announcements, “Airlines need partners who can respond quickly without compromising the standards on which aviation depends. Parts availability, maintenance capacity and documentation have to be managed together. The objective is not simply to find a solution, but to provide one that is reliable, traceable and operationally sound.”
Emirates has broken ground on a US$5.1 billion engineering complex at Dubai South that will accommodate up to 28 wide-body aircraft simultaneously and house specialised facilities for engines, landing gear and component work. The project forms part of broader infrastructure investment that positions the UAE to capture a larger share of the aftermarket as airlines extend the service lives of existing fleets. Industry data from Boeing and Airbus place the global commercial aircraft delivery backlog above 18,000 units, driving sustained demand for maintenance, repair and overhaul services across the region.
Sanad, based in Abu Dhabi, is expanding its facilities to deliver full overhaul and testing capabilities for CFM LEAP engines while building on its established engine maintenance portfolio. The investment reduces reliance on overseas shops for complex work and supports local technical expertise development. A MarkNtel Advisors assessment found the UAE MRO services market stood at USD 3.67 billion in 2025 and is forecast to reach USD 4.52 billion by 2032, expanding at a compound annual growth rate of 3.02 percent.
Etihad Engineering operates one of the Middle East’s largest commercial aircraft maintenance facilities, offering heavy maintenance, modifications, component services and aircraft transition support. Its capabilities complement the ecosystem formed by carriers, airports and specialist providers across the UAE. Precedence Research figures show the global aircraft maintenance market is projected to grow from USD 92.23 billion in 2025 to USD 151.73 billion by 2035.
The sector’s effectiveness hinges on international supply chains in which components may be manufactured in one country, repaired in another and installed on aircraft operating from Gulf hubs. Regulatory coordination and logistics infrastructure therefore remain essential to seamless operations. Company announcements emphasised that dependable technical coordination and traceable parts management form the foundation for sustained growth in this environment.
Further opportunities arise from the UAE’s established airlines, modern airports and strategic location that together enable it to function as a regional hub for aerospace services. Recent certifications and facility expansions by local providers illustrate concrete steps toward realising that potential as global fleets age and delivery delays persist. These developments align with rising demand for specialised maintenance that keeps aircraft compliant and operational without interruption.
