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Gitex Global 2025 Opens in Dubai as Code X Parking Tariff and Traffic Alerts Take Effect

The final DWTC edition draws global participation before a planned relocation to Expo City in 2026.

Overview

  • Dubai Police warned of heavy traffic around Dubai World Trade Centre due to ongoing exhibitions and development works, urging drivers to use alternative routes or the Metro.
  • Parkin activated Major Events Parking Code X near DWTC with Dh25 per hour rates in zones 335X, 336X and 337X through October 17.
  • Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority advised visitors to plan journeys via the Shail app and ensure nol card balances of at least Dh15 for silver or Dh30 for gold for a round trip.
  • The five-day show runs October 13–17 across Dubai World Trade Centre and Dubai Harbour, organized by Dubai World Trade Centre.
  • Organizers cite more than 6,500 exhibitors, at least 1,800 startups and about 1,200 investors from over 180 countries.