Naming rights for seven stations on Route 2020 up for grabs

Work on schedule

Route 2020 branches out from the Red Line of Dubai Metro at Nakheel Harbour and Tower station, which is currently being redeveloped to serve as a transfer station between the two lines.

The new route will be served by six more stations and out of the seven stations on the new route, five will be elevated while two will be underground, culminating at the Expo station.

The criteria applied in Dubai's metro naming rights application

General Criteria

  • Only for companies / brands (no personal family names)
  • To have a presence in the UAE
  • Financially stable
  • No history of fraudulently/unethical behaviors
  • No tobacco neither alcohol, adult content, gambling brands.
  • Respect values and culture of Dubai

Economic Criteria
Will establish the “order” to start negotiating

  • Price: 65%
  • Duration of the deal: 15%
  • Payment installments: 20%

The Objectives of Dubai's Metro Naming Rights

The Objectives of Dubai's Metro Naming Rights:

  • By aligning with the leading enterprises from all industry sectors, the programme will provide long-term global commercial opportunities and holistic synergies across the board, from a marketing, business-generating and supply perspective.

  • These strategic alliances can tap into segments to which either party may not normally have access. They offer incremental marketing exposure, ultimately gaining new customers.

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