The popular department store was formerly located on the ground floor, level 1 and level 2 of the mall.
According to Robinson’s corporate communication teams, the decision to close the department store was influenced by the Coronavirus and the subsequent shift in the consumer landscape which has seen a significant shift to online shopping. Retail has been one of the hardest hit sectors in the emirate and many have had to take the difficult decision to close their doors.
The statement said: “We want to thank our customers for their patronage and support over the past years. As part of the Al Futtaim Group, we take pride in knowing that our customers will continue to be served. Like many retailers, we have had to adapt to an evolving consumer landscape. Despite recent challenges in the industry, the Robinsons team continued to pursue the success of the brand.”
Although the Coronavirus pandemic has caused a definite strain on the retail industry across the globe, the outlook appears to be bright as the UAE economy continues to recover.
