The esteemed leadership of Dubai has granted approval for an ambitious AED 128 billion ($35 billion) endeavour to construct a new passenger terminal at the Emirate’s Al Maktoum International Airport. Upon completion, this terminal will render the airport five times larger in size than Dubai’s primary international airport, solidifying its status as the world’s largest.
Thanks to @HHShkMohd, and our visionary government leaders, Dubai will continue to lead the global aviation sector for decades to come. Al Maktoum International will be the new home of @emirates, @flydubai, and all airline partners connecting the world to and from Dubai. We are… pic.twitter.com/SRmTmooxpD
— HH Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum (@HHAhmedBinSaeed) April 28, 2024
1. Unparalleled Capacity
Al Maktoum International Airport is poised to boast an unparalleled capacity, accommodating up to 260 million passengers annually. In the forthcoming years, all operations currently undertaken at Dubai International Airport will be transferred to this new facility.
2. Infrastructure
The new airport will feature an impressive 400 aircraft gates and five parallel runways, incorporating cutting-edge aviation technologies that will be implemented for the first time within the aviation sector.
3. Global Connectivity
Strategically situated in Dubai South, at the southern extremity of the UAE’s illustrious commercial capital, where property and logistics development is actively underway, Al Maktoum International Airport will serve as the new home for Emirates, Fly Dubai, and all airline partners facilitating global connectivity to and from Dubai.
Paul Griffiths, CEO of @DubaiAirports: The announcement of phase two of Dubai World Central – Al Maktoum International Airport’s (DWC) expansion, representing a substantial investment of AED128 billion, marks the start of a huge investment of resources by our many stakeholders in… pic.twitter.com/J8QA9DmJZD
— Dubai Media Office (@DXBMediaOffice) April 28, 2024
4. An Entirely New City
Furthermore, an entirely new city will be constructed around the airport, creating a demand for housing accommodations for a million residents. This city will host the world’s preeminent companies operating within the logistics and air transport sectors.
5. Innovation
The Al Maktoum International Airport, also known as Dubai World Central (DWC), is set to encompass an expansive 27 square miles upon completion. The “first phase” of this monumental project is anticipated to be operational within the next decade, boasting a capacity to accommodate 150 million passengers annually.
Get ready to embark on a journey like never before! Al Maktoum International Airport is set to redefine air travel. Stay tuned for more updates and prepare for take off!
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