Dubai South Expands Line Maintenance Units To Meet Growing Demand

The Mohammed bin Rashid Aerospace Hub (MBRAH) at Dubai South has expanded its Line Maintenance Units (LMUs) to support airside operators, including FBOs, with direct access to their clients.

The latest expansion brings the total number of LMUs to 11, covering a combined area of 76,000 ft.2 Designed as a one-stop hub for aviation services, the upgraded facilities will include storage and maintenance warehouses, tooling, engineering support, and a dedicated pilot rest area.

Mohammad Al Falasi, deputy CEO of Mohammed bin Rashid Aerospace Hub, said the new units will “provide comprehensive maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) services, ensuring faster turnaround times and improved service quality for carriers.”

“This milestone underscores our commitment to developing a compelling product strategy and building a dynamic ecosystem that fulfill the aspirations of our valued clients,” Al Falasi says.

The facilities will also feature dedicated shaded parking, offices, and a host of additional amenities tailored to industry needs.

Construction is currently underway, with completion scheduled for the third quarter of 2026.

Business aviation traffic at Dubai South has continued its upward trajectory, with the MBRAH recording 9,753 private jet movements in the first half of 2025.

MBRAH serves as a free-zone destination for global aerospace companies, offering connectivity and hosting private jet operators, airlines, training campuses, and maintenance centers.