Expo City Dubai, the former site of Expo 2020 has revealed a new master plan for its long-term existence, proposing the location become “the new centre of Dubai’s future.”
Launched by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the new master plan for Expo City Dubai cements the area as a focal point on the 2040 Dubai Urban Master Plan and a central hub for the key sectors driving the delivery of the Dubai Economic Agenda (D33), benefitting from its proximity to Dubai Exhibition Centre, Jebel Ali Port and Al Maktoum International Airport.
Once completed, Expo City Dubai will be divided into five districts: Expo Business, Expo Hills, Expo Fields, Expo Downtown and Expo Valley. Each district will be home to residential and commercial buildings, as well as community spaces and amenities that prioritise wellbeing and social connection, all in harmony with nature. There will be a strong focus on sustainable living as it meets urban developments in areas that offer everyday needs for all residents.
Each area within the city will have its own theme and focus. His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid said in a statement: “A decade ago, we paved the way for a new city to rise within Dubai – one that would host the world, drive innovation and sustainability, and propel the UAE into a new era of prosperity. Together, as a community, we have been on a remarkable journey, and today we reveal a new chapter in our long-term vision to advance our ambitions. The new master plan establishes Expo City Dubai as a hub for pioneers, entrepreneurs and investors, a magnet for innovators, educators and students, and a vibrant, nurturing community for residents and visitors.”
Spanning 3.5 sq km, Expo City Dubai will be home to more than 35,000 residents and 40,000 professionals as it develops into a global centre for businesses, investors, homeowners and visitors who share its vision of a brighter, more connected and sustainable future.
