The Mohammed bin Rashid Aerospace Hub (MBRAH) at Dubai South continues to see outstanding growth in business aviation movements, with 5,275 movements recorded in Q1 2025, marking a 15 percent increase over the same period in 2024.
This milestone underscores the rapid evolution of the business aviation ecosystem and further cements Al Maktoum International Airport’s position as the leading hub for international business aviation in the region.
Business and tourism sectors drive aviation growth
The aerospace platform of Dubai South offers global aerospace players high-level connectivity and is a free-zone destination for the world’s leading airlines, private jet companies and associated industries. Located in and developed by Dubai South, MBRAH is also home to maintenance centers and training and education campuses.
“Demand for business aviation has been steadily rising year after year, driven by Dubai’s compelling value proposition in both the business and tourism sectors. At MBRAH, we are committed to further contributing to this growth through the unique ecosystem we offer for private jet owners and high-net-worth individuals flying via our state-of-the-art VIP Terminal,” stated Khalifa Al Zaffin, executive chairman of Dubai Aviation City Corporation and Dubai South.
In 2024, MBRAH continued its strong growth in private jet movements, recording a historic 17,891 movements, a 7 percent increase over 2023. This achievement marked the highest-ever private jet activity in Dubai.
In December alone, Dubai South recorded over 2,600 movements, reflecting a 51 percent increase compared to December 2023. This growth was driven by several factors, including Dubai’s status as a year-round global hub for exhibitions, leisure and entertainment events, business activities, and, most notably, tourism.
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Dubai South marks major business expansion
Dubai South concluded 2024 with remarkable achievements across its various districts. Last year, the master development welcomed 415 new companies, bringing the total number of operating companies to 4,044, with 94 percent of existing companies retained. At the Dubai South Business Park, 500,000 square feet of office space was leased, marking a 300 percent increase from 2023.
The Logistics District at Dubai South also celebrated several milestones, further solidifying its position as a key contributor to the UAE’s growing logistics sector. These include the inauguration of a state-of-the-art FedEx air and ground regional hub, the opening of Boston Scientific’s regional distribution center at Hellmann Calipar Healthcare Logistics’ facility, and the groundbreaking of a new facility by dnata Logistics.
