The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has strengthened its commitment to the Middle East’s aviation sector by opening an expanded office in Abu Dhabi, featuring a new state-of-the-art training centre. This strategic move will support the region’s growing aviation industry and foster the next generation of aviation professionals.
His Excellency Saif Mohammed Al Suwaidi, Director General of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) General Civil Aviation Authority, officially inaugurated the facility, joined by the first cohort of trainees and IATA representatives.
“The expansion of IATA’s presence in the UAE with this new training centre reinforces the country’s position as a global aviation hub,” said H.E. Al Suwaidi. “Having a key international organization like IATA expand its footprint here also demonstrates the attractiveness of Abu Dhabi and its value proposition as a preferred destination for global organizations.”
IATA’s Abu Dhabi office will leverage the UAE’s strategic location and excellent connectivity to provide services to airlines, trainees, strategic partners, and governments in the Middle East and beyond.
“We are proud to expand our presence in the UAE with our office in Abu Dhabi,” said Kamil Alawadhi, IATA’s Regional Vice-President for Africa and the Middle East. “Over the past 18 months, our team in Abu Dhabi has grown by 140%. By expanding our physical presence in this global aviation hub, we will be able to more efficiently support our airline members, trainees from across the aviation value chain, and the industry’s many stakeholders. Our aim is to facilitate the continued successful growth of the region’s aviation sector, which is a strategic contributor to the region’s social and economic development.”
Meeting the Demand for Skilled Aviation Professionals
As the global aviation sector expands, there is a growing need for highly skilled professionals. IATA’s new training centre in Abu Dhabi is strategically positioned to help meet this demand. The centre will offer cutting-edge training programs across a wide range of aviation disciplines, supporting the development of industry professionals and strengthening the sector’s capabilities in the Middle East and beyond.
In 2025, the centre will offer over 60 courses covering key areas such as safety, security, sustainability, airline operations, airport management and operations, and cargo management. Popular programs will include:
- Aviation Internal Auditor
- Competency-based Training for Dangerous Goods Instructors
- DGR for Accepting DG Consignments
- Risk-based IOSA Airline Training
- Temperature-controlled Air Cargo Operations for Pharmaceutical Products
The Abu Dhabi Training Center will cater to aviation professionals from airlines, airports, regulatory bodies, and other stakeholders, providing essential training to meet the challenges of a rapidly evolving global aviation landscape. IATA Training develops more than 100,000 aviation professionals annually through its globally recognized programs.
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