Dubai ruler approves New Terminal Design for Al Maktoum Airport

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Dubai's ruler endorsed the plans for a new terminal at Al Maktoum International Airport, marking a significant step in the city's aviation strategy. Over the next decade, operations at Dubai International Airport will gradually transition to Al Maktoum.

Dubai's ruler has given the green light to the construction of a new passenger terminal at Al Maktoum International Airport, signaling a pivotal moment in Dubai's aviation landscape. Over the next decade, the gradual transfer of operations from Dubai International Airport to Al Maktoum will unfold, marking a significant shift in the city's air travel infrastructure.

The ambitious project, part of Dubai Aviation Corporation's strategic vision, will kick off immediately with an estimated investment of Dh128 billion. Envisioned as a sprawling complex spanning 70 square kilometers, the new terminal will boast an impressive array of facilities, including 400 aircraft gates and five parallel runways, far surpassing the scale of Dubai International Airport.

Notably, the development will introduce cutting-edge technologies hitherto unseen in the aviation sector, underscoring Dubai's commitment to innovation and progress in air travel. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President, Prime Minister of the UAE, and Ruler of Dubai, took to social media to announce the landmark decision.

In his statement, Sheikh Mohammed hailed Al Maktoum International Airport's future status as the world's largest, with a projected capacity to handle up to 260 million passengers. This ambitious undertaking reflects Dubai's determination to lead the global aviation industry into the next era of growth and prosperity.

Moreover, plans for an airport city within Dubai South are poised to transform the surrounding area, catering to the needs of a burgeoning population of one million residents and attracting top-tier companies in logistics and air transport. Sheikh Mohammed emphasized the enduring legacy of the project, ensuring sustained development and prosperity for generations to come.

Dubai's multifaceted evolution into a global nexus for aviation, trade, urbanization, and cultural enrichment underscores its unwavering commitment to shaping a brighter future for its citizens and the world at large.

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