For over 40 years, RTX has cultivated strong ties with the United Arab Emirates, contributing to the nation’s vision of becoming a global high-technology hub. Through groundbreaking collaborations and initiatives, we have supported the UAE’s efforts to strengthen its industrial capabilities and technological leadership. Notable achievements include:
- Innovative industrial partnerships: Collaborating with Sanad Group to establish the region’s first GTF engine Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) facility, and partnering with Etihad Engineering to create a Nacelle Centre of Excellence.
- Advanced manufacturing expansion: RTX opened a new facility at Tawazun Industrial Park in Abu Dhabi for the production and assembly of the Coyote® Counter-Unmanned Aircraft System.
- Pioneering material advancement: Working alongside the Tawazun Council and Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA) to explore potential production of gallium nitride, a critical material for advanced defense and semiconductor technologies.
These efforts reflect our commitment to fostering innovation, advancing local industry, and supporting the UAE’s emergence as a global hub for cutting-edge technology.
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Commercial engines
With more than 13,000 large commercial engines installed today, Pratt & Whitney provides dependable power to hundreds of airlines and operators every day. In the UAE, Pratt & Whitney plans to establish the region’s first GTF™ engine MRO facility in partnership with Sanad.
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Integrated Air & Missile Defense
Raytheon supports the national sovereignty of the UAE through integrated air and missile defense systems – ensuring both the sustainment and upgrades of the UAE’s Patriot® air and missile defense system and AN/TPY-2 systems – and its combat-proven AMRAAM® missile. Raytheon also works closely with Tawazun and the local defense manufacturing sector to contribute to the diversification of the UAE economy.
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Connected battlespace
In today’s environment our defense customers need solutions that challenge conventions and enable faster, more informed decision-making across space, air, land, sea and cyber domains. At the center of this effort is the connected battlespace. In the UAE, RTX works with the Armed Forces to enhance multi-domain operations and develop advanced C4ISR capabilities through local partnerships.
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Community engagement
RTX invests in programs across the UAE that strengthen local economies, promote workforce development and support STEM education for the next generation of aerospace leaders. Globally, RTX collaborates with industry, academia and governments to advance technologies in areas such as intelligent aviation, future propulsion, artificial intelligence and the digital lifecycle.
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