Dubai CommerCity is set to initiate a second phase of growth from the first quarter of 2027 to the fourth quarter of 2028, with overall investments surpassing AED1.8 billion ($490.1 million).
The expansion occurs as occupancy in its office, logistics, and retail areas approaches almost 96 percent, along with increasing e-commerce parcel deliveries.
The free zone, recognized as the area’s first solely focused on digital trade, is a collaboration between the Dubai Integrated Economic Zones Authority (DIEZ) and Wasl Group.
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Phase Two will broaden its Business, Logistics, and Social sectors, introducing office structures, retail and service areas, along with a vertical logistics hub tailored for digital commerce enterprises. Dubai CommerCity noted that the growth comes after sustained record-high demand. An occupancy rate of almost 96 percent indicates an increasing interest from technology and digital commerce firms, highlighting the demand for extra business amenities, commercial opportunities, and specialized logistics solutions.
Dubai CommerCity announced that initiatives within its three clusters will introduce over 91,000 square meters of additional office space, enhancing capacity for businesses engaged in digital commerce and technology. The expansion of the Business Cluster and Social Cluster will create an additional 86,000 square metres of new space.
The Business Cluster will feature six new structures providing shell-and-core offices, fully equipped workspaces, and adaptable plug-and-play options, intended for businesses of varying sizes and growth phases. The delivery of the buildings is planned in two phases, starting with the first phase in the first quarter of 2027 and the second phase in the first quarter of 2028.
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The Social Cluster will feature areas for shops, dining establishments, cafés, and various services. The amenities are designed to cater to the daily requirements of the business community while offering chances for networking in both work and recreational settings.
Hesham Abdulla Al Qassim, Vice Chairman and Group Chief Executive Officer of Wasl Group, says, “The second phase of Dubai CommerCity’s expansion reflects the strength of the strategic partnership between Wasl and DIEZ in developing integrated projects that support Dubai’s long-term economic ambitions. As demand continues to grow across digital commerce, technology, and logistics sectors, this expansion will provide the advanced infrastructure and business environment required for companies to establish, grow, and access regional and global markets from Dubai.”
Dr. Mohammed Al Zarooni, Executive Chairman of the Dubai Integrated Economic Zones Authority, and Chairman of the Board of CommerCity, says, “The second phase of Dubai CommerCity’s expansion represents a strategic step in strengthening Dubai’s position as a leading global hub for digital commerce and technology, while responding to the growing demand from businesses operating across these sectors.
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The expansion comes after an increase in CommerCity’s logistics activities.
In the last year, the quantity of e-commerce packages dispatched rose by 152 percent. Cargo volumes handled by the DCC Way transit platform increased by 14 percent throughout 2025.
CommerCity noted that the rises underscore the escalating transaction volumes and the necessity for technology-driven operational abilities, such as automation and digitalisation, to enhance productivity and handle greater amounts of cross-border trade.