Dubai South inaugurates new state-of-the-art facility for RH Aero as part of its global expansion strategy

The Mohammed bin Rashid Aerospace Hub (MBRAH) at Dubai South has officially inaugurated a new state-of-the-art facility for RH Aero Systems (RH Aero). Guided by its Ready, Reliable, Relentless promise, RH Aero is setting the standard for aviation support equipment and services. The facility will serve as RH Aero’s regional hub for Ground Support Equipment (GSE) and Engine/Airframe Tooling services across the Middle East, Africa, and India, supporting the company’s expanding global service network.

The RH Aero Service Center spans approximately 2,800 square metres, divided into four adjacent bays of 700 square metres each. It has been designed to accommodate future growth and capability expansion, reflecting RH Aero’s long-term commitment to the region.

The official inauguration ceremony was attended by senior leadership from both organisations, including Tahnoon Saif, Chief Executive Officer of the Mohammed bin Rashid Aerospace Hub, and Martin Dürr, Executive Vice President, EMEAI Region, RH Aero.

The facility’s core capabilities include inspection, testing, calibration, and recertification; maintenance, repair and overhaul of tooling and GSE. Additionally, it will provide proof-load testing, modification and upgrade programs, as well as local technical support, on-site service, and AOG (Aircraft on Ground) assistance. Together, these services will enhance RH Aeros’ ability to deliver rapid, OEM-licensed tooling support and end-to-end service solutions to airlines, MROs and OEM partners across the region.

In his comments, Tahnoon Saif: “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. The expansion of internationally recognised players such as RH Aero reflects the confidence that leading aviation partners place in MBRAH’s integrated ecosystem and contributes to our mandate of empowering the aerospace industry.”

Martin Dürr, said: “We are proud to establish our new regional service centre at Dubai South, which represents a key step in RH Aero’s long-term growth and customer support strategy. 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. We look forward to growing our footprint in the region in close collaboration with the Mohammed bin Rashid Aerospace Hub.”

RH Aero sets the global standard for aviation support equipment and services. Through its industry-leading businesses; Rhinestahl and HYDRO; the company delivers comprehensive capability across custom-designed GSE, OEM-licensed engine and airframe tooling, 26 global service centres, and innovative engineered solutions for OEMs, MROs, and operators worldwide. Wherever aviation operates, RH Aero provides unmatched expertise and support.

MBRAH offers global aerospace players high-level connectivity and is a free-zone destination for the world’s leading airlines, private jet companies, MROs, and associated industries. Located in and developed by Dubai South, MBRAH is also home to maintenance centres and training and education campuses. It seeks to strengthen engineering industries to foster the emirate’s vision of becoming a leading aviation hub.