Welcome to Dubai Maritime City (DMC)

Waterfront community offering modern living, maritime businesses, and stunning sea views.

  • A master-planned maritime-focused free zone and mixed-use development 80% by beyond (omniyat)
  • Combines industrial, commercial, residential, academic, and leisure zones on a man-made peninsula.
  • Designed to serve as a global hub for the maritime industry while offering modern waterfront living and business opportunities.
  • Popular with marine-related businesses, investors, and developers due to its strategic location and waterfront appeal.

Road Access and Connectivity

  • Strategically located between Port Rashid and Dubai Drydocks, with direct road links to:
    • Sheikh Zayed Road (E11)
    • Al Khaleej Road (D92)
  • ~10 minutes to DIFC, Downtown Dubai, and Jumeirah.
  • ~15–20 minutes to Dubai International Airport (DXB).
  • Planned yellow Metro Line to connect nearby areas; future RTA marine transport integration expected (e.g., water taxis/ferries).

Infrastructure and Facilities

  • Divided into 6 core zones:
    • Industrial Precinct – ship repair docks, workshops, marine services.
    • Commercial Precinct – offices, retail, logistics hubs.
    • Maritime Centre – high-rise business towers, hotels, and government authorities.
    • Academic Quarter – maritime institutes (e.g., Dubai Maritime Academy).
    • Residential District – modern apartments with waterfront views and urban amenities.
    • Leisure & Retail Area – cafes, marina promenade, restaurants, and waterfront attractions.
  • Upcoming branded residences, smart infrastructure, and mixed-use towers.
  • Designed with sustainability, walkability, and sea connectivity in mind.

History & Development

  • Launched in 2004 by Dubai World as a specialized maritime cluster.
  • Originally focused on marine industry support; expanded to include residential and commercial developments.
  • Infrastructure redevelopment resumed actively post-2018 with strong government support.( 5.2 billions investment from the government for infrastructure)
  • Increasing private sector involvement and new residential projects (e.g., Omniyat , beyond , damac ).
  • Expected to become a high-demand niche zone for both business and waterfront real estate as new towers are delivered.

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