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Jafza 40
Time Capsule
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Journey
Since inception, Jafza has played a pivotal role in shaping Dubai's economic landscape - enabling over 11,000 business, creating hundreds of thousands of jobs, and contributing over 20% to the UAE's non oil trade. Explore the legacy and ,milestones behind our 40-year impact.
UAE’s First Aluminum Producer established (DUBAL)
Jebel Ali Port: A Visionary
Gateway Opens
HH Sheikh Rashid Bin Saeed Al Maktoum passes law to establish a customs free trade zone
Dubai Petroleum launches operations in Jebel Ali
The rulers demarcated the land bank for one of regions most ambitious projects
Jafza Takes Flight with 19 companies
Japan
Welcomes Jafza
First Global Delegation
Launched Global Marketing Campaign to attract FDI
Jafza Introduces 50 Year Tax Exemption
Customs Integration with Dubai Ports
Jafza Pioneers Digital Trade with EDI Innovation
Integrated with Dubai Trade offering one-stop shop services
Jafza’s Bold Master Plan to Double Its Horizon
Unveils Cutting-Edge Warehouses for Global Businesses
Jafza launches sea and air corridor, reducing cargo transfer times
DP World Handles 10 Million TEUs at Jebel Ali Port
Boosts Capacity with 100,000 sqm of Smart Warehouses
Jafza launches their mobile app— redefining free zone innovation.
Jafza strengthens DP World’s position as a global trade powerhouse
Home to 7,000 Customers from 100+ Nations
Embarking on the Region’s Largest Rooftop Solar Initiative
Facilitates AED 454.7B in Trade, demonstrating resilience amidst Global Uncertainty
Empowers Global Investors with 100% Ownership
Yiwu Market Launched to simplify business for Chinese traders
Unveiling Jafza Logistics Park to boost regional trade
Jafza’s trade value soars to AED 713 Billion (USD 194 Bn) reinforcing Dubai’s position as a leading trade & logistics hub.
Crowned # 1 Free Zone in the World
Bharat Mart
Streamlining Global Trade for Indian
Businesses
And Continuing...