Dubai World Central opens

The new passenger terminal at Al Maktoum International at Dubai World Central (DWC) opened its doors for business yesterday (Sunday 27 October) with the arrival the first scheduled passenger flight, Wizz Air flight W6 2497 from Budapest.

“Al Maktoum International at Dubai World Central will play a vital role in the future development of Dubai as a centre for trade, commerce, transport and logistics and tourism.  I am impressed by the efficiency and convenience of this new terminal”, said HH Sheikh Ahmed Bin Saeed Al Maktoum, President of Dubai Civil Aviation Authority and Chairman of Dubai Airports. “The opening of this facility signals the historic beginning of a long-term plan to build the largest airport in the world to accommodate the tremendous passenger growth and contribute to the continued economic and social development of Dubai”.
 
The new passenger terminal offers full retail as well as food and beverage amenities.  It is serviced by one A380 capable runway, 64 remote aircraft stands and has capacity for up to 7m passengers per year. www.dwc.ae www.wizzair.com

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