DP World Commences Construction of Bharat Mart in Dubai
Chennai: DP World has broken ground on the construction of Bharat Mart, a global B2B and B2C marketplace in Dubai, designed to facilitate trade between Indian businesses and global markets. The project was unveiled in the presence of prominent dignitaries, including H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, and Piyush Goyal, Minister of Commerce and Industry, Government of India.
Bharat Mart is a massive project that will span 2.7 million square feet, with its initial phase covering 1.3 million square feet. Strategically located in Jebel Ali Free Zone (JAFZA), the facility will serve as a key trading hub for Indian MSMEs. With its proximity to Jebel Ali Port, Al Maktoum International Airport, and Etihad Rail, Bharat Mart offers Indian businesses seamless access to a multimodal logistics network.
The facility will feature an impressive array of amenities, including 1,500 showrooms, over 700,000 square feet of state-of-the-art warehousing, light industrial units, office spaces, meeting facilities, and dedicated space for women-led businesses from India. This will enable Indian businesses to showcase their products and services to a global audience.
H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, said, “Bharat Mart will further strengthen the UAE-India partnership by providing Indian goods faster access to global markets.” Piyush Goyal, Minister of Commerce and Industry, Government of India, added, “Bharat Mart is a transformative project launched by DP World with immense potential.” H.E. Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem, Group Chairman and CEO, DP World, emphasized that “Bharat Mart will be a key driver in achieving the India-UAE goal of $100 billion in non-oil trade by 2030.”
The project is expected to enhance trade ties between India and the UAE, with Jafza hosting over 2,300 Indian companies, up 15% year-on-year. With its strategic location and world-class facilities, Bharat Mart is poised to become a major hub for Indian businesses looking to expand their global reach. The project is set to be completed by the end of 2026.
