Building an Independent NextGen AI Engine MRO Platform
Combining customer-neutral market access, integrated parts availability and AI-native operations on a scalable UAE-based platform.
1.4M
sqft campus at MBR Aerospace Hub
2,000
major modules per year at full scale
1,000+
twin test-cell capacity
2027
Launch of MRO4 operations
Commitment in numbers
38+
Years of experience in industrial and aero-derivative gas turbines in the UAE
USD 1.5bn
Overall investment
100%
Shareholder
LEADERSHIP
Founder-led.
Founder-backed.
Larry J. Howie
Founder, Chairman & CEO, IER MRO Industries DWC-LLC
Larry Howie has spent more than four decades in the gas turbine business, supporting energy infrastructure across the UAE and the wider region. IER MRO Industries is backed by International Energy Resources, a Dubai-based specialist for the overhaul, refurbishment and supply of industrial and aero-derivative turbines.
With IER MRO Industries he is bringing that experience to commercial aviation: a 1.4 million sqft engine MRO campus at the Mohammed Bin Rashid Aerospace Hub, built on a repair-first approach and a training academy for the next generation of engineers.
“Reliability is built through discipline, technical competence and consistent delivery.”
IER wins through independence, speed and AI-native execution combined in one differentiated platform
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WHY IER QUALIFIES: INDEPENDENCE
Government, OEM and airline neutral - solely focused on customer needs
UAE-based, IER provides independent, customer-focused engine MRO capabilities, supported by Dubai South and the government and aligned with regional aviation priorities
Independent Engine MRO Platform
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Faster Return to Service, Built on Parts Availability
WHAT CUSTOMERS GAIN: SPEED
Parts availability through strategic inventory and proprietary manufacturing
Targeted inventory of critical components, vertically integrated manufacturing and one-stop-shop capabilities mitigate supply chain risks while reducing turnaround times
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Smart MRO Services, AI-native by Design
WHY IT LASTS: AI-NATIVE
Built for the next generation of AI-enabled MRO - no legacy retrofit
Integrated data architecture and operating models create a foundation for higher productivity and long-term competitive advantage through transparency and predictive control
A market demanding new capacity and new operating models.
Global engine-MRO demand continues to grow.
Projected Middle East & Material shortages and capacity constraints continue to extend turnaround times.
Middle East demand is expected to outpace global growth.
Traditional MRO providers remain constrained by legacy operating models.
One platform.
Multiple value drivers.
MRO4.
The MRO campus brings together engine lifecycle services and USM trading & asset recovery, covering both asset preservation and value recovery across the engine lifecycle
Designed for long-term competitive advantage
Dubai South & MBRAH
Purpose-built aerospace infrastructure with direct airport and logistics connectivity
AI-Native Architecture
Digital Twin and AI-enabled operations creating a scalable operating model.
Strategic Partnerships
Industry partnerships including Chromalloy strengthen repair, engineering and aftermarket capabilities.
Integrated Capabilities
Maintenance, material, testing and manufacturing within one platform.
From vision to operations
Open to long-term strategic capital partnerships
IER welcomes discussions with long-term infrastructure, industrial, aviation and strategic investment partners who share the vision of building a globally competitive AI-native engine MRO platform in Dubai South.
“Responsible aviation means making practical, measurable improvements while maintaining uncompromising safety and reliability standards.“
Larry J. Howie
Chairman & CEO, IER MRO Industries DWC-LLC
Build the future of engine MRO with us.
We are always interested in meeting customers, partners and people who share our ambition.