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ABU DHABI’S ETIHAD ARENA SET TO HOST FERRARI WORLD ABU DHABI

ITS FIRST EVENTS NEXT MONTH REVEALS 2020 EXPANSION PLANS NEW PROJECT TAKES SHAPE
UAE-based developer Arada expects to
complete the construction of its Nasma Central
Abu Dhabi-based developer Miral has announced that Ferrari World Abu Dhabi has revealed retail hub, located within its five million square
the UAE capital’s first-of-its-kind multi-purpose indoor plans for new attractions for visitors of all feet Nasma Residences community in Sharjah
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venue, Etihad Arena, is set to host its first event by ages in the lead up to its 10th anniversary in Q3. Starbucks and Spinneys are among the
mid-April. in November. The state-of-the-art additions will recent sign-ups for the retail hub which also
Once open to the public, Etihad Arena is set to include a Family Zone as well as Roof Walk and features an 8,600sq ft gym and clubhouse.
become a regional landmark for live entertainment with Zip Line experiences confirmed for later this
a flexible capacity ranging from 200 to 18,000 people. year. The new attractions will complement the
From sporting competitions to world-class concerts, and park’s existing range of Ferrari–inspired rides BATEEL OPENS NEW OUTLETS
from musicals to international exhibitions, Etihad Arena and attractions. Top boutique brand Bateel International has
is set to elevate Yas Island’s entertainment offerings and March will see the launch of the Family opened two new outlets in Dubai, UAE and
boost Abu Dhabi’s tourism industry. Zone, an area dedicated to creating unique Riyadh, KSA. Bateel’s latest cafe and boutique is
Etihad Arena is located at Yas Bay, a 14 million square experiences for younger guests and will now open on the first level of Nakheel Mall - the
feet development on the southern end of Yas Island. Yas feature a track full of twists and turns and a new soul of Palm Jumeirah. This was followed by a
Bay has three distinct areas - Yas Bay Waterfront, set collection of rides and experiences including cafe in the exclusive Oud Square, Riyadh.
to be Abu Dhabi’s premier nightlife destination once four miniature versions of the park’s most
complete, The Residences at Yas Bay and twofour54. iconic and record-breaking rides such as a
Turbo Tower, Speedway Race, Flying Wings and B8TA OPENS STORE IN DUBAI
a Formula Rossa Junior. Dubai’s retail scene has taken a step towards
discovery and experience with the official
ABU DHABI’S IMKAN HIRES BUILDER launch of the new retail-as-a-serivce b8ta store
in Dubai Mall. b8ta bridges the gap between
FOR RABAT MIXED-USE PROJECT traditional and online retail, putting consumer
experience at the heart of its experience.

Abu Dhabi-based developer Imkan launched in Morocco.
has awarded Sogea Maroc a AED300M The project will cover an area of over PERFUMER ADDS NEW STORE
contract to build the first phase of Le 10 hectares, with more than 30 percent The Swiss Arabian Perfumes Group, the UAE-
Carrousel, a mixed-use project located in reserved for green spaces. Sogea Maroc based perfumery pioneer has unveiled its newest
Rabat, Morocco. has been active in Morocco since 1930. and largest flagship store at the Dubai Mall.
A high-end destination on the coast of When commenting on the upcoming Thew new store signals the commencement of
the capital city, the subsidiary of French project, Imkan CEO, Walid El Hindi, said: a renewed period of heritage for Swiss Arabian
group Vinci has been hired to build the “When choosing a construction partner, as they create a diverse portfolio.
residential areas, seafront promenade, and whether here in the UAE or globally it is
over 40 retail outlets across Le Carrousel. important that we work with a company
This is the first contract to be awarded that shares our beliefs and ethos to deliver CASIO OPENS NEW CONCEPT
for Le Carrousel but Imkan said it is to the highest standards, and importantly, Renowned global watchmaker Casio has opened
DEVELOPER ARADA HAS UNVEILED THE FIRST PHASE OF MADAR, A NEW FAMILY-FOCUSED ENTERTAINMENT COMPLEX THAT IS LOCATED IN THE HEART OF ALJADA, THE 24 MILLION its new G-SHOCK retail store in The Dubai Mall
SQUARE FOOT MEGA-COMMUNITY CURRENTLY UNDER CONSTRUCTION IN SHARJAH. THE FIRST PHASE OF MADAR, WHICH IS SPREAD OVER A 600,000SQ FT AREA, WAS UNVEILED ON 27 finalising partnerships for construction of on time. We work with world-class
FEBRUARY. DESIGNED BY ZAHA HADID ARCHITECTS, MADAR CONTAINS A CLUSTER OF ZONES AND ATTRACTIONS ALL SET IN A LANDSCAPED AREA THAT INCLUDES MORE THAN 5,000 the shopping mall and hotel, which will be partners across our international sites Zabeel. As the new home for the brand in the
TREES AND PARKING FOR 800 CARS. IT IS ALSO THE FIRST PART OF ALJADA TO BE COMPLETED. OTHER ATTRACTIONS INCLUDE A FOOD DISTRICT FEATURING 18 TYPES OF CUISINE. released in the coming days. and we’re proud to collaborate with the region, the space is also set to host a series of
Le Carrousel features residences within Vinci group and Sogea Maroc in Morocco. activations and events in the coming months and
DUBAI HILLS MALL SET TO UAE RETAIL GIANT TO an exclusive private community, including We are confident that our new partner also showcase local collaborations with Arab
Watch Guide, Nuna Atelier and Rex Cas.
will play a pivotal role in the seamless
a seafront promenade, boutique hotel and
OPEN IN Q4 THIS YEAR OPEN 20 HYPERMARKETS the first ever open-air shopping mall to be delivery of Le Carrousel.”

Emaar Malls, the shopping malls and retail business majority-owned by UAE retail giant Lulu Group has announced that it will open 20
Emaar Properties, is set to open Dubai Hills Mall in Dubai Hills Estate hypermarkets within the next two years in the country.
in Q4 2020. According to Yusuff Ali MA, Chairman and Managing Director
The two million square foot retail establishment will feature nearly of Lulu Group International, the new stores will open in Khalifa
550 retail and entertainment destinations including four major family City, Al Falah, Riyadh City in Abu Dhabi, Silicon Oasis, Dubai
entertainment and leisure centres along with a cineplex, hypermarket, South Mall in Dubai, Muwaila, Saja, Umm Al Tarafa in Sharjah.
seven anchor retail experience stores, and over 7,000 parking spaces. “The national economy in the UAE depends on several factors
In line with its strategy to further enhance its community retail centres, that include solid foundations, an increase of purchasing power, PLACEMAKING
the mall developer is also redeveloping Meadows Village to increase its and the state of consumer optimism as revealed by the latest
GLA by approximately 95,000sq ft and is scheduled for completion in indicators and studies. This has encouraged us to further expand
2020. in the country.”
Emaar Malls has partnered with UK-based Time Out Group to open As part of the expansion strategy, Lulu opened its first
the first Time Out Market in the region at Souk Al Bahar, an Arabic- hypermarket in 2020 in Dubai South’s new lifestyle destination, develop...
style retail, entertainment and dining destination. Time Out Market, a Festival Plaza Mall. Located within the commercial port and
premium food and beverage destination, is expected to open in Q4 business hub of Jebel Ali, the hypermarket which is the group’s
2020 and will occupy 30,000sq ft, accommodating around 670 seats. 186th location.

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