News DeskDubai, UAE – Business France, the national agency supporting the international development of the French Economy, has announced the participation of a dedicated French Pavilion at the Aircraft Interiors Middle East (AIME) & Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) Middle East 2024 exhibition, set to take place in the UAE. In collaboration with Air France Industries KLM Engineering & Maintenance, this initiative aims to showcase the cutting-edge capabilities and innovative solutions offered by 22 French companies in the aerospace sector.
Thriving Aerospace Hub in the Middle East
The sustained growth of the aviation sector in the Middle East has highlighted the region’s indispensability to the global aerospace industry. With specialized areas such as maintenance, repair, overhaul (MRO), and aircraft cabin interior design witnessing remarkable developments, the Middle East has emerged as a thriving hub for French aerospace ambitions. Notably, the UAE’s aerospace market is on track to reach $88 billion by 2030, reflecting the region’s significant growth trajectory. This growth is further propelled by Saudi Arabia’s flourishing tourism sector and ambitious future plans, promising unprecedented opportunities in aerospace for 2024.
French Expertise at AIME & MRO
At the AIME & MRO Middle East 2024 exhibition, French exhibitors will represent a diverse spectrum of expertise, spanning safety, material testing, innovative aircraft design, and maintenance. The showcased offerings include engineering consulting services, cutting-edge logistics solutions, ground support equipment (GSE), fully automated drone inspection technologies, and advanced maintenance tooling and testing equipment. This comprehensive suite of offerings underscores France’s commitment to advancing the aerospace industry and fostering international collaborations.
Axel Baroux, Managing Director of Business France Middle East, emphasized the significance of the showcase, stating, “Our presence at the exhibition underscores the deep-seated commitment of French aerospace stakeholders to push the boundaries of innovation and advancement, especially in the areas of maintenance, repair, overhaul (MRO), and aircraft cabin interior design.”
Anne Brachet, Executive Vice President of Air France – KLM Engineering & Maintenance, highlighted the partnership’s milestone, expressing, “This collaboration serves as a testament to our unwavering dedication to innovation and excellence, as we strive to redefine the standards of aviation performance and sustainability.”
France-UAE Aerospace Collaboration
France’s position as a global aerospace leader is further solidified through key collaborations with the UAE. Notable achievements in 2023 include contracts secured by Safran AeroSystems and Thales, as well as partnerships with ADP Ingenierie and the Mohammed Bin Rashid Aerospace Hub. These collaborations underscore the trust and confidence in French aerospace expertise, reinforcing the strategic partnership between France and the UAE in advancing aerospace innovation and excellence.
In summary, France’s participation at AIME & MRO Middle East 2024 demonstrates its commitment to showcasing aerospace excellence and fostering partnerships in the dynamic Middle Eastern market, further strengthening the ties between the two nations in the aerospace sector.
