In the heat wave of Dubai's desert, a super project that rewrites global airport traffic rules has quietly come to fruition. With the official award of the contract for the world's longest airport automated passenger transport system, this future aviation hub is attempting to redefine the passenger travel experience under super high traffic with a 50 kilometer steel network.

Super project finalized

Dubai Aerospace City Company, a state-owned enterprise under the Dubai Municipality of the United Arab Emirates, has awarded a general contract to the winning consortium to build the world's largest airport automated passenger transport system. The total length of the line is 50 kilometers, with 9 stations set up. This automated passenger transportation system has landed at Al Maktoum International Airport and is scheduled to be completed by December 2031, matching the airport's operational milestone in 2032 and supporting the annual passenger throughput target of 260 million people.

Core parameters of the project

The APM system is constructed by a consortium led by Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, with a total of 9 stations and 165 automated vehicles. The project aims to shorten passenger travel time, improve travel experience, and ensure efficient airport operation. Compared to existing global facilities, the 50 kilometer route length is more than six times the longest APM at Dallas Fort Worth Airport, far exceeding the industry benchmark. The Atlanta Airport APM carries 91 million passengers annually, which can serve as an important reference. Keywords: Dubai, Al Maktoum Airport, aviation hub

Dubai is synchronously planning a 55 kilometer airport express line, connecting the two major airports of DXB and DWC, setting up multiple stations and reserving branch lines. The Etihad High Speed Rail, Airport Express, and Metro Line will jointly form the airport's ground transportation system. DWC Airport is committed to building a world-class aviation hub and continuously absorbing cutting-edge technologies. The on-site APM and external rail transit work together to comprehensively improve the efficiency of air ground transfer.Editor/Gong Ziwei