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RED SEA GLOBAL UNVEILS SHURA ISLAND WORLD’S TALLEST CIEL DUBAI MARINA In Brief

AND A BRAND NEW ERA OF LUXURY TOURISM HOTEL TO OPEN IN NOVEMBER
Dar Global acquires Jeddah plot
The developer behind regenerative tourism destinations Ciel Dubai Marina, Vignette Col- London-listed Saudi real estate developer
The Red Sea and AMAALA, Red Sea Global (RSG), has lection by IHG will open its doors in Dar Global has announced the acquisition
announced that the first resorts and attractions on November 2025 as the world’s tallest of a prime 28,800sq m plot in Jeddah, where
Shura Island will begin opening its doors to guests in hotel, featuring the highest infinity it will deliver a landmark mixed-use project
the coming weeks. pool globally. The 82-storey tower will featuring premium residences, serviced
Phase one of the launch includes the debut of SLS, reach 377m in height and offer 1,004 apartments, retail and offices.
EDITION and InterContinental hotels, along with rooms and suites.
Shura Links, Saudi Arabia’s first island golf course. The First Group Hospitality man-
This moment marks a major milestone for RSG as it ages the property, which provides Brunello Cucinelli unveils unit
continues making Vision 2030’s ambitions for national access to Dubai Marina with dining, The new Brunello Cucinelli boutique has
transformation and economic diversification a reality shopping, beaches, and attractions. opened its doors at The Galleria in Abu
for the people of Saudi Arabia, as well as demonstrating The hotel sits minutes from Palm Dhabi and it stands out for its design, which
the possibility of regenerative tourism. Jumeirah and Uptown Dubai. JBR blends the spirit of the Solomeo brand with
When fully complete, Shura Island will eventually be beachfront and Bluewaters destina- the distinctive charm and aesthetic of the
home to 11 world-class resorts, all of which will open tion, home to The Walk and Ain Dubai Emirati capital.
across the next few months. observation wheel, are nearby.

Dubai to be home to new project

Arada has selected Dubai-based United DUNHILL LAUNCHES A NEW The VIP Terminal Boulevard at Mohammed
bin Rashid Aerospace Hub, a 204,000sq
MIDDLE EAST NEWS
Engineering Construction Company (UNEC) m development to boost aviation and
to construct Madar Mall, the retail and FLAGSHIP SITE IN DUBAI MALL luxury retail, has been unveiled in Dubai at
entertainment destination at the centre of the MBRAH. The project is set to be delivered
Aljada megaproject in Sharjah. The foremost British luxury menswear London flagship, Bourdon House, in phases from 2026.
The AED2.18bn contract encompasses the House, dunhill, in partnership with the boutique introduces the dunhill’s
complete construction of the mall. Work is set to Timeless Group of Companies, has evolved store identity, uniting British
begin immediately, with completion scheduled announced the opening of a new sensibility with contemporary HyperMax makes Bahrain debut
for December 2028. UNEC, established in boutique in Dubai Mall. Launching sophistication. A stone façade, Majid Al Futtaim has launched its new
1976, operates as one of the UAE’s contractors dunhill in the Middle East, this echoing the elegance of Belgravia, grocery brand in Bahrain. The brand will
with a track record of delivering projects across prestigious location serves as the opens into three interconnected focus on fresh, local produce while offering
the GCC. House’s exclusive flagship in the region. rooms, defined by natural wood, rich a wide variety of products. The brand’s
Facilities include an 11-screen cinema, an Showcasing Creative Director textiles and bespoke furnishings. entry aims to strengthen local businesses
ice rink, a public square containing dancing Simon Holloway’s singular vision, the Heritage details, from a carved with a workforce of more than 1,600.
fountains, a flagship fitness centre, a central boutique offers a full representation armorial to painted wooden panelling
observation tower with a restaurant at the top, of fine tailoring and ready-to-wear, and curved glass showcases - nod to
80 dining outlets and over 400 shops. expertly crafted leather goods, the original grandeur of the Rue de The WWE is set to head to Saudi
footwear and exquisite hard luxury la Paix boutique in Paris, while bold For the first time ever, WrestleMania is leav-
items, all reflecting dunhill’s enduring colour accents and a mix of vintage ing its North American home. In 2027, the
ULTA BEAUTY CONFIRMS BEEAH ANNOUNCES LAUNCH interplay of British masculine elegance, and bespoke furniture add character. world’s biggest wrestling extravaganza will
light up Riyadh, Saudi, a move that cements
The final room offers a versatile, yet
design excellence and timeless style.
Inspired by the rarefied world of
DUBAI MALL LOCATION OF KHALID BIN SULTAN CITY the dunhill gentleman and the iconic intimate space for Bespoke and Made- Saudi’s rise as one of the most dynamic
to-Measure appointments.
sports and entertainment destinations.
ULTA Beauty has confirmed Dubai Mall as the location for its BEEAH has announced the launch of the first phase of Khalid
second UAE flagship store, marking a significant milestone in the Bin Sultan City, a new community in Sharjah that will redefine
beauty retailer’s Middle East expansion strategy. The beauty giant urban living. Dubai’s Mall of the Emirates will undergo
has also confirmed expansion into the Saudi market. Khalid Bin Sultan City is a climate-smart and sustainable an AED5bn redevelopment, adding around
The Dubai Mall location will be the third store in ULTA’s city, marking the first community in the Middle East to feature a 20,000sq m of retail space and accommodating
initial Middle East rollout, following the inaugural opening at the concept masterplan by Zaha Hadid Architects. The development 100 new stores.
Avenues in Kuwait and the first UAE store at Mall of the Emirates, builds on their design of the BEEAH headquarters, one of The transformation will introduce New
set to open by the end of 2025. Sharjah’s landmarks. Covent Garden, featuring a 600-seat theatre,
The Dubai Mall store is set to establish ULTA’s presence at Khalid Bin Sultan City is an upcoming destination founded alongside a wellness precinct, an indoor-
one of the world’s most visited shopping destinations. With over on the principles of sustainability, smart technology, culture and outdoor district and entertainment facilities.
100 million annual visitors, Dubai Mall offers exposure to both people-first design. Since opening two decades ago, Mall of
residents and international tourists - a key demographic for Located in Sharjah’s Rodhat Al Sidr district, it offers the Emirates has established itself through
beauty retail in the UAE. connectivity to Emirates Road via Al Dhaid Road and to innovations including Ski Dubai, the region’s
While the Mall of the Emirates store is scheduled to open by the wider UAE through Khorfakkan Road. Designed with first indoor ski resort.
the end of 2025, the Dubai Mall location timeline has not been pedestrian-friendly walkways and green spaces, the city will The centre has hosted flagship fashion and
officially announced. However, a 2026 opening is likely, aligned feature residences, office spaces, a retail and dining avenue, a lifestyle brands whilst combining retail with
with ULTA’s broader GCC expansion strategy. shopping mall, a mosque and a cultural centre. entertainment and dining.

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