Major General Marwan Jelfar, Assistant General Commander for Ports Affairs at Dubai Police, revealed that the number of passengers passing through Dubai airports during the first six months of the year reached approximately 46 million. Dubai International Airport alone handles over 245,000 passengers daily, reinforcing its position as the primary gateway to the UAE and one of the region’s most vital hubs.

The volume of air cargo through Dubai airports recorded record numbers, exceeding 1.4 million tons via 222,000 flights operated by 94 international airlines connecting Dubai to more than 265 destinations worldwide. The number of luggage pieces reached around 41 million during the same period.

Dubai airports represent the UAE’s primary gateway for millions of travelers from around the world and serve as a strategic link between six continents, enhancing their status among the busiest and most dynamic airports globally. The General Directorate of Airport Security at Dubai Police exerts exceptional efforts to ensure passenger and cargo security and to provide a safe and smooth travel experience that reflects the emirate’s global stature and future vision.

The Airport Security Directorate operates under a comprehensive future plan aligned with Dubai’s daily development, including increasing the number of smart cameras and modern devices across all airports to enhance real-time monitoring and rapid, efficient emergency response.

Dubai Police’s strategy is based on three core principles: innovation, security, and communication, ensuring quality services for travelers, overcoming obstacles, and enhancing service quality for partners, the public, and visitors to the UAE.

Air cargo security operations have seen qualitative leaps in recent years in terms of devices, software, systems, and trained personnel. Advanced devices have been provided to facilitate cargo movement, alongside electronic clearance services via a dedicated email for cargo security management. Cooperation and coordination with various partners have been expanded to meet the increased cargo volume and ensure smooth air traffic flow.

The General Directorate of Airport Security’s excellence in securing Dubai airports directly reflects Dubai Police’s leadership strategy, which places artificial intelligence and modern technology at the core of all security and service operations.

They have successfully balanced strict security measures complying with the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) standards with a humane travel experience that considers passenger comfort and needs, leaving a positive impression of Dubai airports. Their security systems are smart and responsive without burdening travelers or hindering their movement, reflecting Dubai Police’s vision that security is inseparable from service quality and human interaction with guests.

Dubai’s airport security system is based on ICAO standards and national and local laws to prevent any potential threats to the safety of the local and international civil aviation sector, from buildings and aircraft to passengers and all airport users and operators.

Despite strict security procedures, Dubai airports adhere to a high standard of humane treatment for all stakeholders. Dubai Police has provided numerous humanitarian aids, contributing to passenger happiness and satisfaction, reflecting the UAE’s civilized image in dealing with its guests.

Brigadier General Expert Hamed Mohammed Al Hashmi, Director of the General Directorate of Airport Security, stated that the directorate has achieved many institutional achievements and awards that enhanced its local and international status and helped establish Dubai airports’ reputation as an integrated system of security and quality services.

The directorate now possesses a sophisticated set of smart devices, software, and systems that allow monitoring and tracking all security details in airports, cargo, and aircraft, in addition to control and incident management systems and smart applications providing services to the public via the Dubai Police app.

The directorate also focuses on employee happiness and meeting their needs, considering them the backbone of any success. It has introduced many smart internal systems that facilitate staff work and ensure a positive work environment. Public services are provided with speed, accuracy, and transparency, consistent with Dubai Police’s directives to enhance quality of life for all community members.

These efforts confirm that Dubai airport security is inseparable from passenger comfort and positive experience. Dubai Police has combined the highest levels of security and safety with high-quality humane services, making the travel experience through Dubai airports exceptional. The ultimate goal is to keep Dubai at the forefront of global destinations, not only as a business and tourism city but also as a model in security, innovation, and quality.

Airport police officers play a key and humane role in dealing with travelers as they are the first to receive them and are responsible for inspection. They undergo advanced training at the Dubai Civil Aviation Security Center qualifying them to work at any airport worldwide. Dubai airport staff also ensure speed and accuracy in procedures, supporting and enhancing Dubai airports’ reputation.