260 million passengers, 400 aircraft gates: Dubai's new $35B airport
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Dubai International Airport, recognized as the world's busiest hub for international travel, is set to relocate its operations to a new $35 billion facility within the next 10 years. The announcement was made by Dubai's ruler, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum. With room for 260 million passengers, Al Maktoum International Airport will be the world's biggest airport. It will be five times the size of Dubai International Airport.