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H.E. Al-Hajri:

• “Our goal is to improve the security and safety measures for maritime traffic and commercial
activities within the Dubai Creek.”

• “The project aligns with the vision to strengthen Dubai’s position as a global tourism hub and

boost its economic and commercial prosperity.”

• “Over 13,000 ships cross Dubai Creek annually”

Dubai, UAE, February 25, 2024
Dubai Municipality has implemented a project to rebuild and rehabilitate the supporting walls

along the Deira side of Dubai Creek, with a total expense of AED 112 million. The project

aims to enhance the effectiveness of the creek’s retaining walls by upgrading the dock,

reconstructing sections that have been damaged and dilapidated over the past 50 years, and

preventing potential flooding during harsh weather conditions. This effort aims to minimize

disruptions to commercial traffic caused by flooding or bad weather.

The project is set to be implemented in two phases, with the initial phase involving the

restoration of a 2.1 km stretch along the Deira side of Dubai Creek. The site will be divided

into multiple sections, and each segment will be sequentially patterned to ensure

uninterrupted docking traffic. The second phase will cover a 2.3 km length on the Bur Dubai
side.

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H.E. Dawoud Al Hajri, Director General of Dubai Municipality, stated that the project highlights

Dubai Municipality’s commitment to transforming Dubai into a more attractive and innovative

city by enhancing various elements and services it offers through the strategic and

sustainable development of all coastal facilities and infrastructure in the Emirate. The goal is

to solidify Dubai’s position as a global tourism hub and augment its economic and commercial
prosperity.

Al Hajri said: “The project is set to improve security and safety measures for maritime traffic

and commercial operations within Dubai Creek. As a significant symbol of the city’s growth,

Dubai Creek serves as a vibrant artery at the heart of Dubai. Facilitating the passage of over

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