Dubai Science Park is a purpose-built business park and community focused on science, pharmaceuticals, biotechnology and related industries. Launched in 2005 and operated by TECOM Group, the park combines commercial and light-industrial facilities with a growing residential and mixed-use envelope. The site houses office headquarters, laboratory and warehousing space alongside new residential developments and ongoing construction activity.
What it is and where it sits
Dubai Science Park occupies land in the Al Barsha South area of Dubai (listed in the site hierarchy under Dubai > Al Barsha South > Al Barsha South 2 > Dubai Science Park). The development was originally known as Dubai Biotechnology and Research Park (DuBioTech) and was rebranded in 2016 to reflect a wider remit that includes energy, environment and pharmaceutical sectors. The park covers approximately 300 hectares and was intended as an incubator and production centre for research, development and light manufacturing in the UAE.
The masterplan and initial delivery included a flagship twin-office HQ, a lab complex and warehousing facilities. Management and programming in the park have emphasized collaboration with academia and industry: a routine of events, internship programmes and engagement with universities has been part of the park’s operating approach.
Transport and distances
Dubai Science Park is not immediately adjacent to Dubai Metro stations. The nearest Red Line station is listed with code R32 at a distance of 6,599 metres (not classified as walkable). Road access puts a number of Dubai destinations within a reasonable drive; the following distances are provided from the location:
- Burj Khalifa / Downtown Dubai — 14.0 km
- The Dubai Mall — 14.2 km
- Dubai International Airport (DXB) — 23.5 km
- Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) — 21.4 km
- Palm Jumeirah — 11.1 km
- Dubai Marina — 10.2 km
- JBR Beach — 10.9 km
- Mall of the Emirates — 6.3 km
- Business Bay — 12.6 km
- Expo City Dubai — 15.7 km
- Global Village — 6.7 km
- Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) — 15.8 km
Development, projects and on-site offer
Dubai Science Park was developed and continues to be delivered in phases. Phase one delivered the twin HQ towers, laboratory facilities and warehousing; further parcels are being developed in partnership with private developers. The park offers a mix of business accommodation ranging from laboratory bench space and support services to regional offices and light production facilities. The site also contains residential projects and new-build apartment schemes that are integrated into the broader park footprint.
Selected projects on site (links to Continental Club project pages):
- SAAS Hills
- Opalz by Danube
- Binghatti Hills
- Bella Rose
- Aqua Flora
- Aqua Dimore
- 11 Hills Park
- Binghatti Hillviews
Nearby and neighbouring schemes recorded in the project register include:
- Bella Rose — developer: Deyaar; status: FINISHED.
- Binghatti Hills — developer: Binghatti Developers; status: ACTIVE; completion listed as 25.03% (registry entry).
- Opalz by Danube — developer: Danube Properties; status: FINISHED; completion listed as 100% (registry entry).
- SAAS Hills — developer: SAAS Properties; status: ACTIVE; completion listed as 3.83% (registry entry).
- Empire Livings — developer: Empire Developments; status: NOT_STARTED; completion listed as 0.36% and start year 2024 (registry entry).
- Mirar Residences — developer: Deyaar; status: FINISHED (registry entry).
- Cayan Cantara by Rotana — developer: Cayan Group (registry entry present; status and completion not listed).
- Skyhills Residences — (registry entry present; developer and status not detailed).
The park hosts commercial tenants from the pharmaceutical, medical and life sciences sectors. One example from the business community: Gabri Labs announced a new medical devices facility at Dubai Science Park to support production for MENA markets; that project reflects the type of light-manufacturing and specialised production activity supported on site.
Who Dubai Science Park suits
Commercially, Dubai Science Park is designed for companies and teams that require laboratory space, light production or specialised commercial services closely associated with science, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, environmental and energy sectors. The site structure and free zone model cater to firms seeking regional headquarters, R&D units or small-scale manufacturing setups with support services.
From a residential perspective, the area is suitable for professionals and employees who work in the park and in surrounding Al Barsha South neighbourhoods, as well as buyers and renters looking for relatively direct road access to central Dubai, the airport corridors and Dubai Marina / Palm Jumeirah.
Sub-areas and local nodes
Sub-communities and named clusters within the park include smaller residential compounds and developments. A listed sub-area with a direct reference is:
FAQ
Is Dubai Science Park a free zone?
The park operates as a business cluster with free zone benefits available to companies that establish within it, including corporate and personal tax exemptions, 100% foreign ownership and full repatriation of capital and profits where applicable under the park’s framework.
What types of premises are available?
Offerings range from laboratory and bench space in the lab complex, office headquarters and regional office suites, to warehousing and light production facilities. The masterplan included twin office towers as a landmark component and phased parcels for private development.
How well connected is the park?
The nearest Red Line metro station is identified at a distance of about 6.6 km (code R32) and is not classified as walkable; most movement is by road. Key Dubai destinations are commonly reached by car within the distances listed above.
Who manages Dubai Science Park and what is its history?
The park is operated by TECOM Group. It was launched in 2005, rebranded from DuBioTech in 2016 to reflect a broader scientific remit, and has been led operationally by management teams including Marwan Abdulaziz Janahi following earlier leadership by Dr Abdulqader Al Khayat. The park’s programming has included industry events and internship initiatives tied to local universities.
