Refer & Earn
A Global Free Zone Dedicated to Maritime Services, Shipbuilding & Marine Industries
Dubai Maritime City (DMC) is the world’s first purpose-built maritime cluster. Strategically located between Port Rashid and Dubai Drydocks, DMC is a dedicated free zone that caters to the entire marine industry value chain—from ship repair and maintenance to marine engineering, maritime training, marine insurance, and yacht manufacturing.
DMC brings together commercial, industrial, and academic sectors in one integrated zone, offering businesses access to deep-water berths, dry dock facilities, and a growing network of marine-focused companies.
What Makes DMC Unique?
- Purpose-Built for the Maritime Sector
- Proximity to Major Ports (Port Rashid & Dubai Drydocks)
- Dedicated Plots for Shipbuilding, Repair & Logistics
- Regulated by Dubai Maritime Authority (DMA)
- Ideal for Commercial Marine Services & Offshore Businesses
Activities Commonly Licensed in DMC
- Ship Repair & Maintenance
- Marine Engineering & Design
- Yacht Manufacturing & Refurbishment
- Maritime Consultancy & Technical Surveying
- Marine Insurance & Legal Services
- Offshore Logistics & Marine Transport
- Maritime Training Academies
Setting Up a Business in DMC
- Select Your Activity – Choose from marine services, manufacturing, trading, or consultancy.
- Submit Business Plan & Pre-Qualification to DMC Authority
- Choose Your Facility – Industrial plot, workshop, dry dock, or office unit.
- Complete Legal & Regulatory Documentation
- Obtain Your DMC Trade License
- Begin Operations with Access to Maritime Infrastructure
Facilities Offered
- Dry Docks & Berthing Areas
- Warehousing & Industrial Sheds
- Office Spaces for Management & Legal Teams
- Training Centers & Meeting Facilities
- Logistics Corridors Linked to Port Rashid
How We Help
Setting up a marine-focused business in DMC involves more technical requirements than a typical free zone. We handle everything from environmental compliance and safety documentation to licensing, visa processing, and lease approvals for shipyards and industrial workshops.