DP World has secured AED854 million in investments at Jebel Ali Free Zone (Jafza) during the opening four months of 2026, highlighting sustained investor confidence in Dubai’s leading trade and industrial destination.
The investments represent commitments from Jafza-based companies to build and expand facilities spanning manufacturing, logistics, food production, healthcare, vehicle handling, and heavy equipment sectors.
Investment activity gathered pace during March and April, which together accounted for more than 43 per cent of the total commitments by value.
The latest investments cover a diverse range of industrial and trade activities. Steel, food, and furniture manufacturers are expanding production capabilities, while healthcare firms are establishing long-term operational bases in Dubai. Third-party logistics providers are enhancing warehousing capacity, finished vehicle logistics companies are developing vehicle handling facilities, and heavy equipment traders are increasing support for construction and industrial sectors.
Home to around 12,000 companies, Jafza continues to play a vital role in advancing Dubai’s trade and industrial ambitions. Located alongside Jebel Ali Port and supported by integrated sea, air, and land connectivity, the free zone offers businesses an efficient multimodal gateway to markets across the Middle East, Africa, South Asia, and other regions.
Abdulla Al Hashmi, Global Chief Operating Officer, Parks and Economic Zones at DP World, said the scale of investment commitments, particularly in essential sectors such as food and healthcare, demonstrates how businesses are increasingly focusing on resilience as well as expansion. He noted a growing trend of major tenants selecting Dubai as a long-term base for their regional and global operations.
He added that the continued momentum reflects the strength of DP World’s integrated ecosystem and the effectiveness of its business continuity programmes, which have supported uninterrupted cargo movement despite recent disruptions. According to Al Hashmi, the investments further strengthen Dubai’s standing as a major centre for trade, logistics, and industrial activity.
Al Hashmi said DP World remains committed to upgrading infrastructure and expanding capabilities to meet rising demand while creating sustainable long-term value for customers.
