Al Ghail Industrial Zone

Al Ghail Industrial Zone: A Hub for Large-Scale Manufacturing

Located south of Ras Al Khaimah city, Al Ghail Industrial Zone spans 28.2 million square meters, offering land plots, essential utilities, and infrastructure to support heavy manufacturing. Its strategic location near the new Etihad Rail terminal improves connectivity to local and international markets, facilitating logistics and trade. The zone hosts major global companies, including Ashok Leyland (India), Shandong (China), Vertiv (USA), NI MET (Canada), and Huhtamaki (Norway), reflecting its importance as an industrial base.

Investments & Expanding Projects at Al Ghail Industrial Zone.

Several large-scale projects are shaping the future of Al Ghail Industrial Zone. Zhong A Shandong Industrial Park, a 450,000 sqm development by China’s Shandong Timber and Wood Products Association (STWPA), is expected to grow to 1 million sqm within three years, attracting 60+ companies and creating 3,500 jobs. Meanwhile, Xpro Dielectric Films, part of Xpro India Limited, has begun construction on a AED 100 million manufacturing facility, set to produce 4,500 tonnes of dielectric films annually from 2025.

Ras Al Khaimah’s Growing Role in Industrial Manufacturing

Ras Al Khaimah’s industrial sector now contributes over one-third of the United Arab Emirates GDP, with 38,000+ businesses operating across various industries. The emirate’s investor-friendly policies and established infrastructure make it a key destination for manufacturers. Statevolt, a California-based battery producer, is planning a USD 3.2 billion gigafactory in Al Ghail Industrial Park, aiming for a 40 GWh annual production capacity to support the Middle East’s emerging battery and electric mobility markets. The facility is expected to generate 2,500 jobs and support the UAE’s Vision 2031 for economic diversification.