MRO Middle East 2026 - Show Highlights

MROME & AIME Breaks Records - Again!

MRO Middle East & Aircraft Interiors Middle East took place at the Dubai World Trade Centre on February 4-5, 2026.

The event was officially opened by H.H. Sheikh Ahmed Bin Saeed Al Maktoum, President of Dubai Civil Aviation Authority, Chairman of Dubai Airports, Chairman and Chief Executive of Emirates Airline and Group.

For the first time, the event featured over 300 exhibitors and welcomed nearly 9,000 attendees.

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Middle East MRO Growth Drives Regional Efforts To Boost Talent

DUBAI—MRO demand in the Middle East will experience the world’s second-fastest compound annual growth rate over the next decade.

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Sanad Expands Asset Management Push

Sanad is investing $100 million in its asset management business this year as part of efforts to enhance its aftermarket services. The Mubadala-backed group launched its asset management division at the Dubai Airshow in November 2025.

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MRO Middle East Wrap

The MRO Middle East show in Dubai – collocated with Aircraft Interiors Middle East (AIME) – saw records being smashed from visitor numbers to exhibitors.

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Flyadeal Says Powerplant Availability–Not MRO Slots–Tops Concern List

Powerplant availability issues were cited as flyadeal’s most pressing operational challenge, as ongoing CFM Leap engine shortages leave aircraft idle despite otherwise stable MRO access.

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VR Takes Aircraft Maintenance To New Heights At MRO Middle East

Beaver Technology Services’ virtual reality system at MRO Middle East lets technicians virtually experience what it is like to work at height on an aircraft using the company’s safety equipment.

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Podcast: Live From MRO Middle East 2026

Rcorded live at MRO Middle East in Dubai, Aviation Week editors and analysts talk capacity ramp-ups, regional workforce challenges and new engine MRO capabilities.

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Engage with top brands from MRO Middle East 2026.

"A very well organized MRO that positively contributes to continuous improvement across the industry."

Shahid Nadeem

Maintenance Shift Manager, Emirates Airline

"I truly appreciated the engaging atmosphere throughout the event...the event was well‑organized, informative, and energizing."

Norman Tagle

Manager, Aircraft Programmes, Etihad Airways

"The event provides a strong platform for meaningful discussions and business development."

Kaspars Podins

Chief Commercial Officer, Job Air Technic

"The sessions were informative, and the networking opportunities were especially valuable for strengthening cooperation between operators and service providers."

Mohamed Aldanasoury

Outstation Manager, flyadeal

"The event was an opportunity for the world to show case the emerging technology and innovation in the aviation industry."

John Kariuki Mwangi

Technical Procurement Officer, Kenya Airways

"Superb event in terms of organisation, quality of attendees and for networking. I would say overall the best event in the MRO Show series."

Richard Gibbons

Business Development Director, Aircraft Support Industries

MRO Middle East 2027

February 2-3, 2027
Dubai World Trade Centre