Dubai Police Launches AED2bn Projects Including World’s First Floating Station
Sheikh Mohammed announces AED2bn Dubai Police expansion including floating smart station, new academy, and training facilities. Learn about these groundbreaking projects.
By Vadim Kouznetsov, published
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has approved eight major Dubai Police projects worth AED2 billion (US$545 million), marking a significant advancement in the emirate’s security infrastructure.
Key Projects Overview
1. Dubai Police Academy – Al Ruwayyah
- Investment: AED1 billion
- Completion: 2027
- Capacity: 2,500 cadets
- Area: 155 hectares
Features include:
- Residential facilities for 1,200 officers
- Academic buildings and lecture halls
- 17 sports facilities
- 3.5km running track
- 1,000-seat theatre
2. Hatta Training Centre
Opening 2025 with facilities for:
- 180 students
- Shooting range
- Sports complex
- 300-visitor training field
3. Area 56 – Smart Security Hub
- Budget: AED300 million
- Focus: Crime prevention and data analysis
- Features: AI-powered predictive policing
4. Police Housing Project
- Location: Umm Al Daman
- Investment: AED300 million
- Completion: 2026
- Units: 246 residential apartments
5. Protective Security Department
- Budget: AED300 million
- Location: Al Ruwayyah
- Completion: 2026
- Capacity: 400 police vehicles
6. Bur Dubai Police Station Expansion
- Investment: AED90.9 million
- Features: Smart Police Station integration
7. Forensic Medicine Building
Key features:
- 24/7 operation
- Virtual anatomy facilities
- Research laboratories
- Biobank facilities
8. World’s First Floating Smart Police Station
Location: The World Islands Services:
- 24/7 automated operations
- Marine community support
- Digital police services
Strategic Impact
These developments aim to:
- Enhance public safety
- Modernise police operations
- Support officer training
- Improve service delivery
- Strengthen Dubai’s security infrastructure
Dubai’s Safety Vision
Sheikh Mohammed emphasised Dubai’s position as a global safety leader, highlighting:
- Technology integration
- Professional development
- Service excellence
- Community safety
Citations:
Project details sourced from official announcements. For the most current information, please refer to Dubai Police official channels.
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