DP World’s NIP secures AED 1bn in new projects

National Industries Park (NIP), DP World’s dedicated industrial hub in Dubai, has attracted more than AED1bn in new projects this year, reflecting continued investor confidence in the emirate’s industrial growth story.

From January to September, NIP leased over 7mn square feet of land, much of it for greenfield projects that will expand manufacturing capacity. This surge has taken the park’s tenant base to more than 400 companies, collectively supporting upwards of 24,700 jobs.

New additions include Danube Building Materials, LT Foods Middle East, and Trilogy Fab Trailers Manufacturing, building on a strong 2024 in which new registrations nearly doubled compared to the previous year.

Sustainable growth

Abdulla Al Hashmi, Chief Operating Officer, Parks & Zones, DP World GCC, said, “Nationwide value added in manufacturing is projected at AED160bn in 2025, with output rising steadily under supportive industrial agendas. NIP’s performance highlights Dubai’s position as a hub for advanced manufacturing and the strong flow of greenfield projects demonstrates investor confidence in our ability to help businesses scale quickly, creating jobs and driving industrial growth.”

Demand is being fuelled by sectors such as construction, automotive, electronics and food manufacturing, with companies expanding to serve Dubai’s growing population and infrastructure pipeline.

To meet this rising demand, NIP is investing in a customer-first strategy that includes upgraded digital systems, a refreshed brand identity, and targeted outreach across the region to draw high-value investments and ensure sustainable growth.

A 2023 Economic Impact Study by Ernst & Young (EY) revealed that NIP accounted for 17% of Dubai’s industrial output. With several new facilities soon to become operational, the park is expected to generate additional indirect employment and accelerate manufacturing development across the UAE.

NIP is part of DP World’s flagship assets in the UAE, alongside Jebel Ali Port and Jebel Ali Free Zone. Canada’s CDPQ and Saudi Arabia’s Hassana Investment Company hold equity stakes across these assets, further underscoring strong global investor confidence in Dubai’s trade and industrial ecosystem.