National Industries Park (NIP), DP World’s industrial hub in Dubai, has attracted more than AED 1 billion in new projects so far this year, reflecting robust investor confidence in the emirate’s expanding industrial sector.
Between January and September, NIP leased more than 7 million square feet of land, much of it dedicated to greenfield projects that will drive new manufacturing capacity. The surge pushes the park’s tenant base past 400 companies, together supporting over 24,700 jobs.
Among the new entrants are Danube Building Materials, LT Foods Middle East and Trilogy Fab Trailers Manufacturing. Their investments build on a strong performance in 2024, when customer registrations at the park nearly doubled year-on-year.
Abdulla Al Hashmi, Chief Operating Officer, Parks & Zones, DP World GCC, said NIP’s growth underscores Dubai’s role as a hub for advanced manufacturing.
“The strong flow of greenfield projects demonstrates investor confidence in our ability to help businesses scale quickly, creating jobs and driving industrial growth,”
he noted.
Demand is being fueled by the construction, automotive, electronics and food manufacturing sectors, driven by Dubai’s rising population and large-scale infrastructure projects.
To support its expanding community, NIP is enhancing its services through upgraded digital systems, a refreshed brand identity and targeted regional outreach aimed at attracting premium investments.
An Ernst & Young study in 2023 found NIP accounted for 17% of Dubai’s industrial output. With new facilities set to open, the park is expected to generate more indirect jobs and further boost the UAE’s manufacturing momentum.
NIP forms part of DP World’s flagship assets alongside Jebel Ali Port and Jebel Ali Free Zone, with international investors including Canada’s CDPQ and Saudi Arabia’s Hassana Investment Company holding stakes.
News Source: Dubai Media Office
