Dubai’s ruler, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, announces plans to shift operations from the bustling Dubai International Airport (DXB) to Al Maktoum International Airport within a decade. The $35 billion project aims to accommodate future growth, featuring five runways and 400 gates. Renderings reveal a modern design inspired by Bedouin tents. Despite pandemic setbacks, DXB saw a surge in passenger traffic, prompting the need for expansion. Al Maktoum Airport, dormant during the pandemic, will become the new hub, supported by Dubai’s broader urban development plans. However, past financial crises have delayed such endeavors.
Dubai’s Ambitious Airport Move Signals $35 Billion Transformation
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