Al Maktoum International Airport expansion on track for 2032 completion; Dh55 billion in contracts to be awarded this year
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The National
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Dubai has confirmed that the expansion of Al Maktoum International Airport is proceeding as planned, with Dh55 billion in contracts to be awarded by the end of 2024. The first phase is scheduled for completion in 2032, transforming it into the world's largest aviation hub with capacity for 260 million passengers and 12 million tonnes of cargo annually. The airport will eventually replace Dubai International Airport and become the primary hub for Emirates airline.
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· 4 pulledDubai said on Monday that Al Maktoum International Airport expansion plans are on track - with Dh55 billion in contracts to be awarded by the end of the year.
The first phase of the scheme - which would transform the airport into the world's largest aviation hub - is scheduled to begin in 2032.
When the upgrade is completed, the airport will have capacity for 260 million passengers a year and transport 12 million tonnes of air cargo annually.
It will replace Dubai International Airport and become the home of Emirates airline.
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