DP World’s National Industries Park (NIP) in Dubai has attracted over AED 1 billion in new projects so far this year, underscoring robust investor confidence in the emirate’s expanding industrial sector.
The park has leased more than 7 million square feet of land, with most of it dedicated to greenfield developments aimed at boosting manufacturing capacity. This strong demand has pushed NIP’s tenant base past 400 companies, collectively supporting more than 24,700 jobs.
Among the new investors this year are Danube Building Materials, LT Foods Middle East, and Trilogy Fab Trailers Manufacturing, further building on the park’s strong momentum from 2024, when new customer registrations nearly doubled compared to the previous year.
Abdulla Al Hashmi, Chief Operating Officer of Parks & Zones at DP World GCC, stated: “Nationwide manufacturing value-added is forecast to reach AED 160 billion in 2025, with output continuing to rise under supportive industrial strategies. NIP’s performance reinforces Dubai’s reputation as a center for advanced manufacturing, while the surge in greenfield projects reflects investor trust in our capacity to help businesses expand rapidly, create employment, and drive industrial growth.”
Rising demand is being fueled by growth in the construction, automotive, electronics, and food manufacturing sectors, as companies scale up to serve Dubai’s increasing population and major infrastructure projects.
To better serve its growing customer base, NIP is enhancing its customer-focused strategy with upgraded digital systems, a refreshed brand identity, and targeted regional outreach designed to attract high-quality investments and promote sustainable growth.
According to a 2023 Economic Impact Study by Ernst & Young (EY), NIP accounted for 17% of Dubai’s total industrial output. With several new facilities set to commence operations, the park is expected to generate additional indirect employment and further accelerate manufacturing growth across the UAE.
NIP is part of DP World’s flagship portfolio in the UAE, which also includes Jebel Ali Port and Jebel Ali Free Zone. International investors such as Canada’s CDPQ and Saudi Arabia’s Hassana Investment Company hold equity stakes across these assets—demonstrating continued global confidence in Dubai’s trade and industrial ecosystem.