Dubai is set to embark on a groundbreaking project with the commencement of construction on a new terminal at Al Maktoum International Airport. Estimated to become the world’s largest terminal, this ambitious endeavor comes with a hefty price tag of nearly $35 billion. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Dubai’s ruler and UAE’s prime minister, announced the start of the project, emphasizing its potential to handle a staggering 260 million passengers annually once operational.

This mega-terminal will dwarf the current Dubai International Airport, boasting a capacity five times its size. The ambitious plan reflects Dubai’s relentless pursuit of innovation and progress in the aviation industry. Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, president of the Dubai Civil Aviation Authority, envisions the first phase of the project accommodating 150 million passengers annually within a decade.

Al Maktoum airport’s strategic location on the city’s outskirts positions it as a key player in Dubai’s long-term vision for air travel. With Dubai International Airport nearing its maximum capacity of 120 million passengers per year and facing limitations due to its city-center location, the new terminal at Al Maktoum Airport offers a promising solution for accommodating the region’s growing air traffic demands. As Dubai continues to push the boundaries of aviation infrastructure, this project represents another milestone in its journey towards becoming a global aviation hub.