Wildlife species relocated from Industrial City

Dubai Industrial City, a member of Tatweer, has successfully completed a relocation programme ensuring the transfer of over 900 wildlife species from the project site of Dubai's largest industrial destination.

The extensive operation took place before construction work started in the six industrial zones of Dubai Industrial City, the third largest non-real estate project in Dubai.

The operation included capture and relocation of endangered species like gazelles, cape hares, and various types of reptiles such as Arabian toad, leptien's dhab, Arabian sand gecko, sand lizards and grey monitors.
Rashed Al Ansari, Vice President, Dubai Industrial City, said: “We initiated this programme in 2006 to ensure our massive site does not infringe on the local habitat and wildlife. This relocation is the second such initiative and is part of our corporate social responsibility programme. The relocation of endangered species complies with Dubai Quality Mark (DQM) standards and the Quality, Health, Safety and Environment (QHSE) policies that support sustainable development and wildlife preservation.''

All captured animals were relocated to Al Marmoom Conservation Reserve, a dedicated Dubai government animal reserve for the protection of wildlife.

Al Ansari said: “In shifting the wildlife from their original habitat to a secure natural reserve, Dubai Industrial City has affirmed its belief in eco-friendly measures. The move underscores our keenness to preserve the environment. We continue to spearhead a habitat protection programme and conduct periodic monitoring of our efforts.''

Located on Emirates Road adjacent to the Al Maktoum International Airport and the Jebel Ali port, Dubai Industrial City covers an area of 560 million square feet and comprises six industrial clusters for food and beverage, base metal, mineral products, chemicals, transport equipment and parts and machinery and mechanical equipment.