Emerging Markets
Headquartered in Dubai
Middle East & Africa Chapter
Dubai's global connectivity meets Africa's explosive aviation growth — the most dynamic emerging market opportunity in global aviation finance.
60+
Members
12
Countries
2025
Established
5
Annual Events
About the Chapter
Dubai has emerged as the undisputed aviation finance hub of the emerging world. Home to Emirates, flydubai and an expanding roster of sovereign wealth funds, the UAE bridges East and West. Africa's aviation sector is forecast to triple in size by 2040.
Islamic Finance (Sukuk)
Sovereign Wealth Funds
Africa Fleet Financing
Dubai Airshow Partnerships
Chinese-Arab Joint Ventures
eVTOL & Low Altitude
Growth Forecast
+18.7%
Middle East & Africa aviation CAGR
Key Markets
Dubai
Regional HQ
Abu Dhabi
Sovereign Funds
Riyadh
Saudi Vision 2030
Nairobi
Africa Hub
Join the Middle East & Africa Chapter
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