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NESPRESSO NANO BOUTIQUE
OPENS IN UAE UAE FIRST CASINO CONFIRMED
Set to be bigger than Las Vegas, the UAE’s first
casino will be situated in the Wynn Marjan resort
Global brand Nespresso has opened its first in Ras Al Khaimah. The region is currently writing
Nano boutique in the UAE at Abu Dhabi’s gaming laws for the casino, using Singaporean and
Dalma Mall. The boutique is a celebration of US regulations as its foundation with the Wynn
coffee and its origins and guests can discover Marjan planning its casino operations within
tributes to this throughout the store space. the Emirate.
Customers are invited to explore the
coffee range and discover the brand’s limited-
edition coffees at the Nespresso Experience NIKKI BEACH IS SET TO OPEN
Table. As with all other Nespresso boutiques Nikki Beach Resort and Spa is set to open in
this offering also houses a dedicated Muscat next year. Situated on Yiti Bay, Nikki
recycling corner for convenient collection of Beach will be the first luxury beach resort in
coffee capsules. the coastal town. The development will include
The concept puts sustainability front a stunning hotel, collection of residences and
and centre, reflecting the brand’s deep renowned beach club.
commitment to creating a circular economy.
Elements in the store include wood that has
been 100 per cent sourced from reforestation ARABIAN CENTRES CELEBRATE
programmes and technological systems that The company has announced exceptional
aim to reduce energy and water consumption. results for the first half of FY2023 with 13 per
GRANDIOSE ANNOUNCES BIG cent revenue growth and a 72 per cent increase
in net profit year-on-year. The company’s strong
EXPANSION PLANS performance was further boosted by several
strategic business initiatives.

Grandiose Supermarket has announced a a sincere feel of a like-minded community.”
significant expansion plan that is ongoing The new chain of outlets will also cater to HARRY POTTER COMING TO UAE
implementation in the UAE market. With 12 online customers with deliveries facilitated A Harry Potter theme land will open in Warner
new store openings planned for Q4 2022, through the recently launched energy- Bros. World Abu Dhabi on Yas Island. The
the supermarket chain is one of the fastest efficient and electric fleet. Grandiose’s home Middle East’s first Harry Potter themed land
growing retailers in the UAE, with plans to delivery business has grown exponentially experience is being developed by Miral and it
have a total of 30 outlets by the end of 2022. on the back of its high standards in online will join other attractions themed around the
Much encouraged by market response, experience and timely fullfilment. Flintstones, Batman and Superman.
the supermarket chain also intends to James Scott, CEO of Grandiose
open an additional 15-20 new outlets next Supermarket, said: “We aim to provide
year, the announcement coinciding with families an unparalleled grocery shopping ADIDAS UNVEILS NEW PLANS
the brand’s fifty-year anniversary since its experience where Grandiose becomes The beloved sporting goods brand is set to
launch in the UAE. a common destination for the diverse launch interactive fan experience zones across
The new stores will uphold the same community to come and shop together. Dubai in celebration of the FIFA World Cup
reputation of being environmentally The expansion has been in the pipeline Qatar 2022. The brand will set up hot spots
conscious with the chain’s ongoing since multiple business cycles with the chain across Dubai with large screens to broadcast
sustainability initiatives being practiced utilising the recovery time post COVID live matches, exciting activities and once-in-
across all locations. The brand continues to bring our understanding of evolved a-lifetime opportunities to meet its football
to put promote, highlight and actively customer behaviour and market need into ambassadors and iconic players.
advocate for sustainability, family values and final execution.”
REEM EMIRATES
SAUDI APPOINTED

Red Sea Global (RSG), the developer behind the
world’s most ambitious regenerative tourism
destinations, THE RED SEA and AMAALA, has
announced the appointment of Reed Emirates
Saudi to construct the facade and roof shell
of the Red Sea International (RSI) airport’s
landside facilities. The airport is designed to
include shaded areas and natural ventilation that
minimises reliance on air conditioning. It will
feature five mini-terminals, which allow areas
to be closed during slower activity periods,
curbing the need to air-condition all sections and
waste energy.

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