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MENA

Bringing About A New Era

As the area continues to stride forward in its pursuit of ambitious mega-cities and urban
development’s post-Covid-19, the Middle East is once again right at the forefront of the

industry thanks to the Expo 2020 event in Dubai and as the region moves gradually
towards its Saudi Vision 2030. Here, RLI puts the microscope over the wide range of
projects and developments recently completed or on course to open across the MENA
region.

Projects across the Middle east
Silicon Central, designed by Design International, opened its doors to the public of Dubai earlier this year and they are now experiencing the
latest Lulu hypermarket, a new 9,000sq m flagship store by Lulu Group. The project, already considered a new landmark in Dubai, represents
a step forward in the now well-established collaboration between Design International and developer Line Investments & Property FZE, the
shopping mall division of Lulu Group international. Strategically positioned 12km from the city-centre and 15km from Dubai airport, Silicon
Central is located at Dubai Silicon Oasis, the first eco sustainable district in Dubai focused on low carbon footprint, AI, and technology. With a
total of 81,500sq m GLA and 3,500 car park spaces, Silicon Central includes 218 retail shops and services, 50 restaurant outlets with dedicated
home delivery services, 12 cinema screens, 5,000sq m fitness and co-working areas, and a 7,000sq m family entertainment centre.

Silicon Central, Dubai, UAE
Developers: Line Investments & Property FZE

Retail & leisuRe inteRnational DeCeMBeR 2021 / JanuaRY 2022