Dubai Investments Park
Dubai Investments Park
مجمع دبي للاستثمار | |
|---|---|
Business park | |
  Dubai Investments Park Location in the UAE | |
| Coordinates: 24°58′53″N 55°10′34″E / 24.98131°N 55.17598°E | |
| Country | United Arab Emirates |
| Emirate | Dubai |
| Established | 1997 |
| Founded by | Dubai Investments PJSC |
| Area | |
• Total | 23 km2 (9 sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+4 |
| Website | www.dipark.com |
Dubai Investments Park (DIP) is an integrated commercial, industrial, and residential development in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The park is divided into two main sections: Dubai Investment Park 1 (to the west) and Dubai Investment Park 2 (to the east).[1] The area includes several residential communities, including the Green Community Village and Green Community East in DIP 1 to the north, and Dunes Village in DIP 2 to the northeast. DIP was established in 1997 and has since developed into one of Dubai's most significant business and industrial hubs.[2]
History
[edit]Dubai Investments Park was established in 1997 as a wholly-owned subsidiary of Dubai Investments PJSC, which was founded in 1995.[3] The development was conceived as part of Dubai's strategic plan to diversify its economy beyond oil dependency. Infrastructure work began in 1997, and the first tenants moved in by 1999.[4]
Over the years, DIP has undergone several expansion phases to reach its current scale. Major infrastructure upgrades were completed between 2005 and 2010, and significant additional investments were made to prepare the area for increased traffic ahead of Expo 2020.[5]
Geography and location
[edit]Size and layout
[edit]Dubai Investments Park covers a total area of 2,300 hectares (approximately 5,684 acres).[6] The development is organized into specific zones designated for industrial, commercial, residential, and educational purposes, with green spaces integrated throughout.[7]
Strategic location
[edit]DIP occupies a strategic location in Dubai, positioned:
- Approximately 30 minutes from Downtown Dubai
- 45 kilometers from Dubai International Airport
- 10 kilometers from Al Maktoum International Airport
- Adjacent to the Expo 2020 site
- Near major highways including Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road (E311) and Emirates Road (E611)[8]
The park is bordered by:
- To the west: Jebel Ali Industrial Area, across the E311 road
- To the southwest: Jebel Ali Free Zone Extension
- To the south: Expo 2020 site, across Expo Road (E77)
- To the east: Al Maktoum International Airport and Dubai South
- To the north: Sports City and Motor City developments[9]
Infrastructure and facilities
[edit]Transportation
[edit]Road network
[edit]DIP features an extensive internal road network spanning over 120 kilometers. The park is accessible via E311 and E611 highways.[10]
Public transportation
[edit]The Dubai Investment Park metro station opened in January 2021 as part of the Route 2020 line extension.[11] Several RTA bus routes also serve the park.[12]
Utilities
[edit]- Power: >650 MVA capacity
- Water, gas, telecom infrastructure
- Sewage: 40,000 m³/day
- District cooling: 125,000 TR[13]
Sustainability
[edit]Sustainability features include solar panels, recycled water for irrigation, green buildings, and waste management.[14]
Economic significance
[edit]Industrial and commercial zones
[edit]The industrial zone occupies over 50% of the park's area and hosts manufacturing and logistics firms.[15]
The commercial zone includes offices, hotels, retail, and showrooms.[16]
Employment
[edit]Over 100,000 people work within DIP.[17]
Residential communities
[edit]- Green Community
- Dunes Village
- Ritaj
- The Lagoons (Schön Properties project stalled and taken over by RERA)[18]
Education and healthcare
[edit]Schools include:
- Greenfield International School
- Dove Green Private School
- Nurseries and early learning centers[19]
Healthcare:
- NMC Royal Hospital DIP
- Clinics and pharmacies[20]
Recreation
[edit]Management
[edit]Managed by DIPDC, a subsidiary of Dubai Investments PJSC.[23] Governed under DEWA, RTA, Dubai Municipality, and others.[24]
Future developments
[edit]Expansion includes new logistics hubs, smart utilities, residential projects, and sustainability efforts.[25]
See also
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ "About Dubai Investments Park". Dubai Investments Park. Retrieved 5 May 2025.
- ^ "Dubai Investments Park". Dubai Investments. Retrieved 1 June 2021.
- ^ "Our History". Dubai Investments. Retrieved 5 May 2025.
- ^ "Dubai Investments Park celebrates 20 years of growth and success". Gulf News. 15 November 2017. Retrieved 5 May 2025.
- ^ Clemente, Jose (14 March 2018). "Dubai Investments to develop AED3bn mixed-use projects". Construction Week. Retrieved 5 May 2025.
- ^ Fahy, Michael (31 July 2016). "DIP-based companies reach 4,600". The National.
- ^ "DIP Zones". Dubai Investments Park. Retrieved 5 May 2025.
- ^ "Strategic Location". Visit Dubai. Retrieved 5 May 2025.
- ^ "Dubai Geographical Information Systems". Dubai Municipality. Retrieved 5 May 2025.
- ^ "Roads and Bridges". RTA. Retrieved 5 May 2025.
- ^ "Dubai Metro Route 2020". The National. 9 July 2020. Retrieved 5 May 2025.
- ^ "Public Transport Timetables". RTA. Retrieved 5 May 2025.
- ^ "Infrastructure". Dubai Investments Park. Retrieved 5 May 2025.
- ^ "Dubai Investments implements sustainable waste management". WAM. 5 January 2021. Retrieved 5 May 2025.
- ^ "UAE Industrial Sector". Ministry of Economy. Retrieved 5 May 2025.
- ^ "Dubai Investments launches Danah Bay". Khaleej Times. 10 October 2022. Retrieved 5 May 2025.
- ^ "Dubai Investments Park houses over 5,000 companies". Emirates 24/7. 10 April 2019. Retrieved 5 May 2025.
- ^ Badam, Ramola Talwar (2 August 2018). "Schon property and funds seized". The National.
- ^ "Schools Directory". KHDA. Retrieved 5 May 2025.
- ^ "Health Facilities". Dubai Health Authority. Retrieved 5 May 2025.
- ^ "About Us". The Plantation Equestrian and Polo Club. Retrieved 5 May 2025.
- ^ "Grand Millennium Dubai opens in DIP". Hotelier Middle East. 13 January 2020. Retrieved 5 May 2025.
- ^ "Dubai Investments PJSC". DFM. Retrieved 5 May 2025.
- ^ "Regulations". Dubai Municipality. Retrieved 5 May 2025.
- ^ "Smart Dubai Initiatives". Smart Dubai. Retrieved 5 May 2025.