Ras Al Khor Industrial Area

Ras Al Khor Industrial Area
رأس الخور الصناعية
United Arab Emirates community
Country United Arab Emirates
Emirate Dubai
City Dubai
Area
  Total 12 km2 (5 sq mi)
Population [1] (2000)
  Total 10,685
  Density 890/km2 (2,300/sq mi)
Community number 612-614
Coordinates 25°10′39″N 55°20′56″E / 25.17760°N 55.34878°E / 25.17760; 55.34878Coordinates: 25°10′39″N 55°20′56″E / 25.17760°N 55.34878°E / 25.17760; 55.34878

Ras Al Khor Industrial Area (Arabic: رأس الخور الصناعية) is a locality in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE). Literally meaning Cape of the Creek, Ras Al Khor is part of several industrial areas (such as Al Aweer) located in the suburban areas of Dubai. The Ras Al Khor Industrial Area comprises three sub-localities:

The industrial area is home to many construction companies' warehouse facilities. A collective labour accommodation for the many construction workers is being built in this area, in addition to similar accommodations in Muhaisnah and Al Quoz. Ras Al Khor Industrial Area is also home to Dubai Municipality's used car trading complex.[2]

References

  1. Existing Population and Future Holding Capacities in Dubai Urban Area. Dubai Healthcare City. 2000
  2. Getting used to used cars. Gulf News. May 24, 2006


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