Dubai

Centre of industrial development

The construction sector Gross Domestic Products increased by 166% during the period between 2000 - 2004 and has grown with an annual average growth rate of 28% during the same period, contributing to the country's construction boom.

At present, 130,707 residential units are planned for 2007 and 2008. In addition to this, a large number of non-residential construction projects (i.e. The World of Islands - estimated at $4 billion, China Town - $650 million and the tallest building in the world, Burj Dubai - $3.9 billion) shows once again, Dubai's positioning as the fastest growing country in the Middle East.

It is the Arabian Gulf's leading multi-purpose business center as well as the region's leading trading and re-exporting hub. For professionals involved in sales and trade, transportation is a key factor when attempting to establish ones' company and sell, distribute and deliver goods in a timely manner to buyers and end users. Dubai's trade links are considered to be a tremendous advantage for those interested in doing business in the neighboring region.