New law brought in for use of 3D printing in the UAE construction sector
Entities keen on conducting 3D printing activity in the sector must first register with Dubai Municipality and obtain a license
A new decree has been issued by UAE Vice President and Prime Minister His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, in his capacity as Ruler of Dubai. Decree No. (24) of 2021 regulates the use of 3D printing in the construction sector. Dubai Municipality has been tasked with overseeing the implementation of the decree.
According to a report by WAM, the new legislation is said to support Dubai’s strategic target to ensure that 25% of its buildings are constructed using 3D printing technology by 2030. The decree also aims to promote Dubai as a regional and global hub for the use of 3D printing technologies.
The decree is part of a broader plan to spur economic growth and promote the adoption of advanced technologies in the emirate, and aims to boost efficiencies in construction projects, enhance the local industry’s competitiveness, reduce waste and attract leading companies in the sector to Dubai, the report noted.
As per the report, any entity seeking to conduct 3D printing activity in the sector must first register with Dubai Municipality and obtain a license before seeking further approvals from other authorities. Real estate developers should also ensure that 3D printing related projects are executed only by contractors licensed for the activity by Dubai Municipality, the report advised.
Under the framework of the decree, Dubai Municipality will promote the use of 3D printing in collaboration with government and non-government entities to encourage the use of 3D printing in the construction sector, the Municipality will create a consolidated list of incentives and facilities provided by both government and non-government entities, the report concluded.
