Report Overview

A surging demand for aircraft maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) services from the nation’s thriving civil aviation sector driven by a surging number of air passengers, increasing fleet size, and the government’s supportive policies is expected to boost the growth of UAE Aircraft Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) Market during the forecast period between 2026 and 2032.

UAE Aircraft Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) Market – Industry Trends & Forecast Report, 2032

UAE Aircraft Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) Market size was estimated at USD 3.06 billion in 2025. During the forecast period from 2026 to 2032, UAE Aircraft Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) Market size is projected to grow at a CAGR of 5.09% reaching a value of USD 4.33 billion by 2032. The significant expansion of UAE Aircraft Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) Market is propelled by the nation’s leadership position in the GCC region, a significant surge in the number of air passengers, increasing fleet size, and the UAE government’s supportive policies for the growth of the country’s aviation industry. the country’s significant position in the GCC MRO Market, a surging number of air passengers, increasing fleet size, and the UAE government’s supportive policies for the growth of the country’s aviation industry. The UAE civil aviation industry is one of the world’s fastest growing and is also a major contributor (more than 18% to the country’s GDP and about one million jobs) to the growth of the national economy. Airports across the UAE are estimated to record about 160 million passengers in 2025. There are 46 General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA)-registered MRO companies with key players, such as Etihad Airways Engineering and Emirates Engine Maintenance Center. These factors are projected to drive the expansion of UAE Aircraft Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) Market during the period in analysis.

 Source: BlueWeave Consulting

Aircraft Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) – Overview

Aircraft maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) is an important segment that helps in ensuring the airplane fleet’s continued airworthiness, safety, and reliability. MRO consists of a wide range of services, including routine checks and component repairs to complex engine overhauls and structural modifications. The service providers of MRO ensure the availability of airplanes for commercial aviation players and defense aviation establishments. The MRO market consists of original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), commercial airlines, air passenger service providers, vendors and aircraft spare parts manufacturers. Regulations for aircraft MRO industry are stringent with various mandates including routine checks, repair, scheduled replacement of components, and maintenance during the delivery of airplanes.

UAE Aircraft Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) Market 

Growth Drivers

Expanding Civil Aviation Sector Boosts Growth of UAE MRO Market

A surging demand for MRO services and solutions from the thriving UAE civil aviation industry is boosting the growth of UAE Aircraft Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) Market. The UAE civil aviation industry has been growing at a significant CAGR during the recent years. The UAE civil aviation is a rapidly expanding industry, primarily due to the rising fleet size and the government’s supportive initiatives. With about 160 million air passengers in 2025, the UAE is the leading aviation market among  GCC (Gulf Cooperation Council consisting of Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE) member countries. In addition, the UAE has also been estimated as one of the largest air traffic markets with a surging number of international and domestic passengers in 2025. The thriving civil aviation industry is driving the demand for aircraft MRO solutions and services across UAE.

Challenges

High Capital Requirements

UAE Aircraft Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) Market could face significant growth challenges due to the high capital required for setting up facilities, training work force, purchasing components, and marketing. Advanced tools often require substantial investment in infrastructure, skilled personnel, and ongoing maintenance. In addition, the limited availability of trained MRO personnel in the country could further affect the market growth. These financial constraints could limit the growth of UAE Aircraft MRO Market.

Impact of Escalating Geopolitical Tensions on UAE Aircraft Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) Market 

Intensifying geopolitical tensions among countries across the regions, particularly in Middle East and West Asia, could significantly impact the growth of UAE Aircraft Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) Market by escalating uncertainties across air traffic, air passengers’ travel plans, tourism, financial, trade, and supply chain domains. Rising global conflicts and protectionist policies heighten exposure to currency volatility, inflation, and capital outflows. These risks compel UAE enterprises to adopt more robust frameworks. Regulatory bodies and MROs are also intensifying monitoring efforts to mitigate risks associated with uncertainties across the world.

UAE Aircraft Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) Market 

Segmental Coverage

UAE Aircraft Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) Market – By MRO Type

UAE Aircraft Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) Market by MRO Type is divided into Airframe, Component, Engine, Line, and Modifications segments. The engine overhaul segment accounts for the largest market share of UAE Aircraft Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) Market by MRO type, due to the UAE-based MROs’ competency in offering engine overhaul services. Currently, UAE-based MROs provide component and engine MROs to global airlines. The modifications segment, on the other hand, is expected to grow at the fastest CAGR in UAE MRO Market by MRO type during the forecast period between 2026 and 2032, due the rising number of fleet modernization among airlines, including Emirates and Etihad, across the Middle East region.

Source: BlueWeave Consulting

UAE Aircraft Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) Market – By Fleet Type

On the basis of fleet type, UAE Aircraft Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) Market is divided into three major segments Commercial Aviation, Military & Defense, and General & Business Aviation. The commercial fleet type holds the largest market share in UAE Aircraft Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) Market. The commercial segment is further divided into Widebody Jet, Narrowbody Jet, Turboprop, and Regional Jet subsegments. The military & defense segment consists of fixed-wing & transport and military helicopters subsegments. The general & business aviation fleet type is further segmented into business jets and commercial helicopters.

Source: BlueWeave Consulting

Competitive Landscape

Major companies operating in UAE Aircraft Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) Market include AMMROC (Edge), DAE Group (Dubai Aerospace Enterprise), Emirates Engineering (Emirates Airlines), Etihad Engineering Services LLC, Falcon Aviation Services LLC, Global Aerospace Logistics (GAL) LLC, Lufthansa Technik AG, Safran S.A., Sanad (Mubadala Investment Company), and Strata Manufacturing PJSC. To further enhance their market share, these companies employ various strategies, including mergers and acquisitions, partnerships, joint ventures, license agreements, and new product launches.

Recent Developments

• In February 2025 - Sanad Group, a leading provider of aerospace engineering and leasing solutions and wholly owned by Abu Dhabi’s sovereign investor Mubadala Investment Company PJSC, signed an agreement with Pratt & Whitney, a global leader in the design, manufacture, and service of aircraft engines and auxiliary power units, for aircraft engine MRO services.

• In February 2025 - Tawazun Council and Mubadala Investment Company formed a partnership to establish an aircraft engine Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) facility in Al Ain.

Scope of the Report

By MRO Type

• Airframe

• Component

• Engine

• Line

• Modifications

By Fleet Type

• Commercial Aviation

  • Widebody Jet

  • Narrowbody Jet

  • Turboprop

  • Regional Jet

• Military & Defense

  • Fixed-Wing & Transport

  • Military Helicopters

• General & Business Aviation

  • Business Jets

  • Commercial Helicopters