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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Amelia Neath

Dubai releases renderings of what is planned to be world’s largest airport

  • Dubai plans to open Al Maktoum International Airport , set to become the world's largest aviation hub, by 2032.
  • The new airport is designed to handle an annual capacity of 260 million passengers and will feature five runways, two terminals, and over 430 plane stands.
  • Work on the first phase, including runway infrastructure and initial structural foundations, began over a year ago and is proceeding on schedule.
  • The project has been allocated a budget of AED16 billion (over £3 billion), with future phases focusing on additional terminals and advanced systems.
  • Officials state the airport will redefine travel and logistics, serving anticipated growth in passenger and cargo traffic, despite recent dips at Dubai's current main airport, DXB.

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