Dubai Multi Commodities Centre (DMCC)

Launched in 2002, this strategic government initiative has been established to support the specific needs of its core segments – Gold & Precious Metals, Diamonds & Colored Stones, Energy and Other Commodities industries.

The main objectives of DMCC:

• Creation of a dedicated market place in Dubai
• Increase the value and volume of commodities traded in and through the region
• Facilitation and integration of the entire value chain of its key segments
• Broaden the local market horizon e.g. Refining – Manufacturing – Trade
• Create industry specific market infrastructure for its core segments, innovate new products and services
• Provide a supportive business environment through purpose-built infrastructure
• Promote regional industry growth
• Enhance local industry through implementation of international standards

Key Benefits:

• Unique World widecentre Industry Clustering
• 100% Business Ownership
• Purpose built infrastructure
• Ability to purchase premises
• World class security systems
• Single Window Clearances (incl. Licensing, Immigration, etc)
• Preferential freight rates
• Guaranteed 50 year tax holiday on personal and income taxes
• Regulated environment
• No foreign exchange controls or barriers to entry No restrictions on capital repatriation

The Main activities of DMCC:

• Gold & Precious Metals
• Diamonds and Coloured Stone
• Commodities

Exclusive facilities at DMCC:

• High tech, secure vault facilities
• Assaying facilities
• Settlement
• Package delivery
• Shipment facilities
• Preferential rates – bullion freight
• A purpose-built Jewellery and Gemplex to facilitate the manufacture of precious metal jewellery
• A commercial tower to house wholesale, trading and banking operations