Dubai Maritime City, also known as DMC, is a popular multipurpose maritime zone and serves as a key hub for marine services, maritime businesses, trade, ship repair, and research and education facilities. It is found on a reclaimed peninsula between Dubai Dry Docks and Port Rashid and consists of 249 hectares divided into six districts: Maritime Centre, Industrial Precinct, Academic Quarter, Marina District, Harbour Residence, and Harbour Offices.