Dubai World Central (DWC)

Dubai World Central (DWC)

Dubai South Company: A Catalyst for Dubai’s Economic Success

The spirit of entrepreneurship and visionary foresight has driven Dubai’s meteoric rise as a preeminent global destination.Dubai South Company: A Catalyst for Dubai’s Economic Success From the creation of Port Rashid to the Dubai Metro, the emirate has consistently invested in its future, developing infrastructure to spark growth and diversify its economy. Dubai World Central (DWC) continues this legacy, leveraging Dubai’s strategic location, booming aviation sector, and the increasing importance of airports.

Strategic Location

Dubai serves as a vital connection point between East and West. Facilitating the global flow of goods, services, and ideas, Dubai’s foreign trade reached USD 190 billion in 2011.

DWC strengthens Dubai’s leading position as a logistics and trade hub.This forms a single custom-bonded zone, reducing time on the ground and accelerating the flow of sea-to-air and air-to-sea cargo. With direct access to major trans-emirate road networks, DWC provides unprecedented levels of connectivity, speed, and efficiency.

Integrated Master Plan

The integrated master plan of Dubai World Central includes eight districts: logistics, aviation, Al Maktoum International Airport, humanitarian, residential, commercial, leisure, and exhibition. The centerpiece, Al Maktoum International Airport, has one of five planned runways completed. Industry-focused districts leverage their proximity to the airport for added value, with logistics, humanitarian, and aviation districts benefiting from airside access. The exhibition district offers cost savings due to its close proximity to the airport, while residential, commercial, and leisure districts provide accommodation, office, and entertainment options for DWC workers and frequent travelers.

Strategic Positioning

The development lies in the southern part of Jebel Ali, connected to the Jebel Ali Port via the Logistics Corridor. DWC provides direct access to two primary trans-emirate road networks (Emirates Road and the Dubai By-Pass). Additionally, DWC is a 15 to 30-minute drive from the heart of “new Dubai,” with its five-star hotels, public beaches, world-class golf courses, shopping centers, and various high-end and affordable residential areas.

Room to Grow and Expand

The Business Park at Dubai World Central features eleven office buildings with easy links to Dubai and Abu Dhabi. It includes the DWC HQ with ready-to-occupy offices and East and West Wing buildings with customizable spaces. This setup allows companies to relocate quickly and focus on growth.

Unique Business Opportunities

The Business Park at DWC allows major corporations to consolidate operations into large, contiguous floors. Its unique building design and open floor plan accommodate ambitious expansion plans, making it stand out among Dubai’s commercial real estate options.

Airport Built for the Future

At the heart of DWC is Al Maktoum International Airport, designed for future growth. Once completed, it will handle 12 million tonnes of cargo and 160 million passengers annually, with infrastructure in place for four additional CAT III-certified runways for simultaneous superjumbo landings.

Phase 2 of the airport, including the construction of two automated and one non-automated cargo terminals, is currently underway. This phase will increase the total cargo capacity at Al Maktoum International Airport to 1.4 million tonnes per annum. Concurrently, the groundwork for an exhibition area designated as the new permanent home of the Dubai Airshow beginning in 2013 is also in progress.

Home of General Aviation

During Phase 1, general aviation remains the central focus for the district. With Al Maktoum International Airport certified for general aviation and the first purpose-built FBO facility set to commence operations from the district in 2013, it represents the first step in Dubai World Central’s strategy to create an integrated industry cluster.

Previously, the growth of general aviation in Dubai faced limitations due to capacity shortages at Dubai International Airport. As part of Dubai’s overall strategy, general aviation has commenced the migration to Dubai World Central. In the near term, business jet operations will utilize the VIP terminal within the passenger terminal, during which leading FBO operators will construct their own customized solutions.

Business Jet Operations

FBO operators can offer a world-class experience for their discerning clientele by building bespoke facilities separate from commercial and cargo operations.

Aviation Education Cluster

The Emirates Flight Academy (EFA) anchors the Aviation Education Cluster. EFA aims to train the next generation of pilots and is currently in development. The surrounding plots around the academy are reserved for leading aviation education institutions that will help train and educate the highly qualified professionals necessary to power the region’s dynamic aviation sector.

Dubai Airshow

Starting in 2013, the Dubai Airshow will be permanently hosted at Dubai World Central. The larger exhibition will feature an expansive static park, improved parking, and more catering facilities compared to previous editions. With the total order book in 2011 exceeding $63 billion, the Dubai Airshow is undoubtedly the region’s leading aerospace event.

Hospitality

A range of hospitality and leisure amenities are being planned to facilitate the business operations of the Aviation District. From hotels to fitness clubs, the hospitality zone aims to be a flexible offering that can accommodate the unique needs of pilots, crew, and support staff during their stay in Dubai.

MRO

Eight MRO Code F plots are currently available in Phase 1. Ideally situated, no other development in the region provides the world-class infrastructure or the expandability offered by the Aviation District at Dubai World Central.

Light Industry

A special zone has been designated to support the growth of the aviation-related light manufacturing sector. Moreover, considering the dynamic growth of the aviation industry projected for the region and the UAE, the Aviation District’s location, advanced infrastructure, and true multimodal access position it perfectly to capitalize on business opportunities. Furthermore, these factors significantly enhance the district’s appeal as a hub for aviation-related enterprises.

A Multimodal Logistics Platform

The DWC Logistics District is situated adjacent to Al Maktoum International Airport, enabling fast-cycle logistics businesses to better control their inventory and create greater efficiencies across their supply chain. With the necessary infrastructure, space, facilities, and access in place, it is perfectly suited as an effective distribution or global supply chain hub for the Middle Eastern, Southeast European, CIS, Indian subcontinent, and African markets.

Current Offerings

Currently, the Logistics District offers:

• Shared warehouses and dedicated plots for freight forwarders
• Plots for logistics businesses
• Plots for integrator facilities, including light manufacturing
• Offices and commercial buildings for lease
• A Free Zone with 100% ownership, free capital transfer, and zero taxes

Leading companies such as Aramex, Kuehne + Nagel, Panalpina, INL, RSA, and Hellmann-Calipar have already taken advantage of the world-class facilities and infrastructure, operating out of DWC.

Self-Contained Ecosystem

The scale and scope of Dubai World Central demonstrate the Government of Dubai’s commitment to staying ahead of demand. Rather than playing catch-up, DWC proactively prepares for the future. Consequently, the current master plan anticipates the need for residential, leisure, exhibition, and commercial districts to support aviation and logistics activities within DWC and its surrounding industrial Free Zones.

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