Al Maktoum International Airport reflects Dubai’s ambitious vision

The Dubai Government affirmed that work on the first phase of the Al Maktoum International Airport development project is proceeding in line with approved timelines, with significant progress across key development packages and preparations completed for the tendering and award of future contracts. The project remains on course to commence operations in 2032, in accordance with its long-term master plan.

The project has achieved major milestones across multiple delivery streams, including enabling works, runway infrastructure, and the initial structural foundations for passenger terminals and gates. The progress underscores the scale and momentum of one of Dubai’s most strategic infrastructure projects, which is set to play a vital role in supporting the emirate’s future growth and global connectivity.

Sheikh Hamdan Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, commended the team leading the strategic project under the guidance of Sheikh Ahmed Bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of Dubai Airports, Chairman of the Dubai Aviation City Corporation and Chairman of Dubai Aviation Engineering Projects.

Sheikh Hamdan Bin Mohammed said the development of Al Maktoum International Airport reflects Dubai’s ambitious vision, delivered through advanced infrastructure that will support sustainable economic growth, enhance global connectivity, and reinforce the emirate’s long-term competitiveness.

Sheikh Hamdan further said that the project represents a strategic investment in Dubai’s future and a pivotal step with far-reaching positive impact on the emirate’s sustainable development journey. He noted that the project forms part of an integrated vision aimed at anticipating future growth requirements, providing advanced infrastructure capable of keeping pace with global transformations, and enhancing Dubai’s readiness to harness emerging economic opportunities across vital sectors.

“A key enabler of the objectives of the Dubai Economic Agenda, D33, the Al Maktoum International Airport project will expand the aviation sector’s capacity and enhance the efficiency of the emirate’s transport and logistics ecosystem. This will attract high-value investments, broaden business activity, and create sustainable economic opportunities that will support Dubai’s development journey for decades to come,” Sheikh Hamdan added.

Sheikh Ahmed Bin Saeed Al Maktoum said the Al Maktoum International Airport development project continues to advance steadily, having entered a large-scale construction phase, reflecting Dubai’s strategic vision to further strengthen its position as a leading global hub for aviation and logistics.

He said, “Al Maktoum International Airport is one of the most significant strategic projects shaping Dubai’s economic future. It embodies our leadership’s long-term vision of investing in world-class infrastructure capable of accommodating the rapid growth in travel, trade, and logistics.

The project’s transition into a large-scale construction phase, with contracts valued at Dhs13 billion currently under execution and preparations underway to award strategic projects worth more than Dhs55 billion during the next phase, reflects the substantial progress achieved and the strong momentum driving the development.” “Upon completion, Al Maktoum International Airport will serve as a key pillar in advancing the objectives of the Dubai Economic Agenda, D33, and strengthening Dubai’s position as a leading global hub for trade, tourism, logistics, and international connectivity. The project will further enhance the emirate’s future readiness and reinforce the aviation sector’s contribution to sustainable economic growth for decades to come,” he added.

Abdulrahman Saleh Al Saleh, Director-General of Dubai Finance, said that the Al Maktoum International Airport project, described by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, as “our new global airport”, embodies Dubai’s forward-looking vision to strengthen its position as a global hub for economic activity and logistics services by developing an integrated ecosystem founded on operational excellence, sustainability, and future readiness.

He noted that the project reflects the leadership’s commitment to long-term investment in high-quality infrastructure, supporting public financial sustainability, stimulating economic growth across multiple strategic sectors, and enhancing Dubai’s ability to anticipate and capitalise on future transformations and opportunities.

“This project represents a key pillar of the Dubai Government’s strategy to strengthen financial sustainability through the development of sovereign assets capable of generating long-term value and attracting high-quality regional and international investments. The progress achieved also reflects the Government of Dubai’s commitment to delivering major projects in accordance with the highest standards of governance and financial discipline, ensuring a balance between ambitious development objectives and efficient resource allocation. This, in turn, reinforces investor and international partner confidence in the resilience of Dubai’s economy and its ability to navigate global transformations with confidence and agility,” he added.

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The Dubai Government affirmed that work on the first phase of the Al Maktoum International Airport development project is proceeding in line with approved timelines, with significant progress across key development packages and preparations completed for the tendering and award of future contracts. The project remains on course to commence operations in 2032, in accordance with its long-term master plan.

The project has achieved major milestones across multiple delivery streams, including enabling works, runway infrastructure, and the initial structural foundations for passenger terminals and gates. The progress underscores the scale and momentum of one of Dubai’s most strategic infrastructure projects, which is set to play a vital role in supporting the emirate’s future growth and global connectivity.

Sheikh Hamdan Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, commended the team leading the strategic project under the guidance of Sheikh Ahmed Bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of Dubai Airports, Chairman of the Dubai Aviation City Corporation and Chairman of Dubai Aviation Engineering Projects.

Sheikh Hamdan Bin Mohammed said the development of Al Maktoum International Airport reflects Dubai’s ambitious vision, delivered through advanced infrastructure that will support sustainable economic growth, enhance global connectivity, and reinforce the emirate’s long-term competitiveness.

Sheikh Hamdan further said that the project represents a strategic investment in Dubai’s future and a pivotal step with far-reaching positive impact on the emirate’s sustainable development journey. He noted that the project forms part of an integrated vision aimed at anticipating future growth requirements, providing advanced infrastructure capable of keeping pace with global transformations, and enhancing Dubai’s readiness to harness emerging economic opportunities across vital sectors.

“A key enabler of the objectives of the Dubai Economic Agenda, D33, the Al Maktoum International Airport project will expand the aviation sector’s capacity and enhance the efficiency of the emirate’s transport and logistics ecosystem. This will attract high-value investments, broaden business activity, and create sustainable economic opportunities that will support Dubai’s development journey for decades to come,” Sheikh Hamdan added.

Sheikh Ahmed Bin Saeed Al Maktoum said the Al Maktoum International Airport development project continues to advance steadily, having entered a large-scale construction phase, reflecting Dubai’s strategic vision to further strengthen its position as a leading global hub for aviation and logistics.

He said, “Al Maktoum International Airport is one of the most significant strategic projects shaping Dubai’s economic future. It embodies our leadership’s long-term vision of investing in world-class infrastructure capable of accommodating the rapid growth in travel, trade, and logistics.

The project’s transition into a large-scale construction phase, with contracts valued at Dhs13 billion currently under execution and preparations underway to award strategic projects worth more than Dhs55 billion during the next phase, reflects the substantial progress achieved and the strong momentum driving the development.” “Upon completion, Al Maktoum International Airport will serve as a key pillar in advancing the objectives of the Dubai Economic Agenda, D33, and strengthening Dubai’s position as a leading global hub for trade, tourism, logistics, and international connectivity. The project will further enhance the emirate’s future readiness and reinforce the aviation sector’s contribution to sustainable economic growth for decades to come,” he added.

Abdulrahman Saleh Al Saleh, Director-General of Dubai Finance, said that the Al Maktoum International Airport project, described by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, as “our new global airport”, embodies Dubai’s forward-looking vision to strengthen its position as a global hub for economic activity and logistics services by developing an integrated ecosystem founded on operational excellence, sustainability, and future readiness.

He noted that the project reflects the leadership’s commitment to long-term investment in high-quality infrastructure, supporting public financial sustainability, stimulating economic growth across multiple strategic sectors, and enhancing Dubai’s ability to anticipate and capitalise on future transformations and opportunities.

“This project represents a key pillar of the Dubai Government’s strategy to strengthen financial sustainability through the development of sovereign assets capable of generating long-term value and attracting high-quality regional and international investments. The progress achieved also reflects the Government of Dubai’s commitment to delivering major projects in accordance with the highest standards of governance and financial discipline, ensuring a balance between ambitious development objectives and efficient resource allocation. This, in turn, reinforces investor and international partner confidence in the resilience of Dubai’s economy and its ability to navigate global transformations with confidence and agility,” he added.

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