Mohammed bin Rashid Aviation Project and Lufthansa Technik Middle East inaugurate a facility to support aviation services in Dubai

The Mohammed bin Rashid Aviation Project in Dubai South announced the launch of the aircraft parts painting and processing center developed by Lufthansa Technik Middle East, in a step that reinforces the company’s commitment to expanding its operational capabilities in the region, and contributes to consolidating the project’s position as a major hub for advanced aviation services, maintenance, repair and aircraft refurbishment.

The new facility is designed to support the coating and curing processes used in the repair of structures and parts made up of composite materials, allowing for faster curing and drying processes, improving the efficiency of repair operations, and reducing work completion times for the benefit of customers in the region and beyond.

The inauguration ceremony witnessed the presence of Tahnoun Saif, Executive Director of the Mohammed bin Rashid Aviation Project, and Ziad Al Hazmi, CEO of Lufthansa Technik Middle East, along with a number of senior officials from both sides.

Tahnoun Saif said: “The opening of the new coating and processing center for Lufthansa Technik Middle East represents another important step in the process of strengthening the aviation system in the Mohammed bin Rashid Aviation Project. We are committed to continuing to attract the most prominent international companies in the aviation sector to develop their advanced capabilities and meet the growing demand for aviation services in the region. This comes within our efforts to consolidate Dubai’s position as a global aviation capital, in line with the vision of our wise leadership.”

For his part, Ziad Al Hazmi said: “This new facility represents an important step towards enhancing our operational capabilities in the region. By introducing advanced technologies for coating and processing parts, we are working to increase performance efficiency and accelerate business completion for our customers. Our continued expansion of the Mohammed bin Rashid Aviation Project reflects our solid partnership with Dubai South, and our commitment to supporting the aviation sector in the Middle East by providing reliable, high-quality technical expertise.”

Lufthansa Technik Middle East provides specialized services in the maintenance, repair and refurbishment of modern commercial aircraft structures and parts, supporting airlines throughout the region. The company is headquartered in Dubai and provides component support, structural and composite repair services, as well as maintenance services for Airbus and Boeing aircraft. It also supports operators through materials management, logistics services and the provision of spare parts, leveraging Lufthansa Technik’s global network to ensure rapid technical support to airlines around the world.

It is noteworthy that the Mohammed bin Rashid Aviation Project provides international companies in the field of aviation with investment opportunities, as it is a free zone for the world’s leading airlines, private aviation companies, aircraft maintenance, repair and renewal companies and related activities. The project is located within Dubai South, which has developed it to be a center for various types of maintenance and a destination for training and education. It also seeks to strengthen engineering industries in a way that supports the emirate’s vision to become a leading global aviation centre.