Base Metal

Overview

The Middle East has the largest concentration of energy resources in the world.

Advanced and modern logistics infrastructure coupled with a strategic location between five continents form a winning formula for base metals. From aluminium and steel to special and precious metals, Dubai is the place to provide the entire GCC and Middle East region with base metal products and articles.

The presence of one of the largest aluminium smelters in the region (DUBAL) constitutes a great opportunity for the downstream aluminium industry. Additionally, upstream and downstream opportunities for steel are abundant and lucrative due to the fast growth of the construction and real estate sector. In fact, the machinery and mechanical equipment zone and the transport equipment zone in DI constitute an important market for base metal products forming a true economic cluster.

With eight airlines in the GCC alone and a market of over one million vehicles per year, the transport sector consisting of vehicles, aircraft, vessels and associated transport equipment and parts, constitutes the second largest import sector in the region.

Opportunities for OEM products and after-market parts in the region are significant enough to make the largest manufacturing enterprises feasible with long-term growth potential.

Availability of base metals, a skilled regional and international workforce and flexible financing schemes make Dubai an attractive base for the transport equipment industry.

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