Dubai South is anticipating a surge in population and job creation as the emirate’s new airport terminal at Dubai World Central (DWC) takes shape, according to a top official. Currently home to around 25,000 residents, the area will soon be a bustling hub for over a million people, as the new airport opens in the coming years, reads a Khaleej Times report.
The Dh128-billion passenger terminal at DWC is expected to fully absorb the operations of Dubai’s current airport within the next decade, marking a major milestone in Dubai’s ambitious plan to build an aerotropolis, or airport city. This transformation will make Dubai South a key center for aviation and logistics, with residential, commercial, and mixed-use communities.
Nabil Al Kindi, CEO of Dubai South Properties, explained that the announcement of the new terminal has fueled property demand in the area. "As the airport and its surrounding infrastructure evolve, job opportunities will increase, attracting more residents and investors. Early investors in Dubai South stand to benefit greatly," he said.
The 145 sq km development will offer up to 500,000 job opportunities, with multi-modal transport infrastructure connecting air, land, and sea. Once fully operational, Al Kindi expects the airport to become a central hub for growth, stimulating demand for properties, offices, retail, healthcare, and other social infrastructure.
Dubai South already offers diverse residential options, including villas, townhouses, apartments, and mansions. Recent projects like The Pulse Apartments, The Pulse Villas, South Bay, and South Living have sold out quickly, and Phase 1 of The Pulse Beachfront, comprising 288 units, was completed recently. An additional 500 units are expected by mid-2025, with construction underway for the South Living project.
Dubai South’s expanding infrastructure and thriving property market will undoubtedly continue to attract both businesses and residents, making it a key player in Dubai’s future growth.
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