GM Events hosts Mall Development MENA Forum 2024
From November 11-12 in Dubai
The retail sector in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) is poised for significant growth. The mall industry is expected to expand from $808.51 billion in 2024 to $1,401.32 billion by 2032.
This robust growth provides the backdrop for the Mall Development MENA Forum 2024, set to take place from November 11-12, 2024, at the Le Méridien Hotel in Dubai. Organised by GM Events and co-located with the 7th META Cinema Forum, the event will serve as a premier gathering for industry leaders, developers, and policymakers to discuss the future of mall development across the region.
Over recent years, malls in MENA have evolved beyond shopping centres into vibrant community hubs. These large-scale destinations offer dining, entertainment, cultural events, and much more, making them critical economic activity and tourism drivers.
Consumers increasingly demand high-quality, immersive shopping experiences as disposable incomes rise across the region. Developers respond by incorporating cutting-edge designs, technology, and unique concepts into new mall projects.
The Mall Development MENA Forum will offer a platform for experts to exchange insights, highlight innovative trends, and explore best practices in mall construction, design, management, and operations.
Key topics include the digital transformation of mall experiences, sustainability initiatives, and the integration of online and offline retail strategies. The forum will also address the evolving regulatory landscape, the impact of tourism on retail, and emerging trends in customer engagement and loyalty programmes.
Attendees can expect discussions on the latest architectural trends, community engagement strategies, and how to manage the challenges of modern mall operations.
Speakers at the event include Dragana Linden, Managing Director of HKS Saudi Arabia; Hayah Taimur, Senior Design & Development Lead at Emaar UAE; and Sergio Novais, Head of Leasing at Deerfields Mall UAE, among others. These experts will share their perspectives on transforming the MENA region’s retail landscape and offer valuable insights into how the region can maintain its competitive edge.
Major players such as The Point Abha (Saudi Arabia) and BFL Group are supporting the event, emphasising the collaborative effort to shape the future of mall development in the region.
The event is sponsored by leading firms, including Blue Design Studio, Plus Light Tech FZE, and Inditech Middle East, reinforcing the collaborative approach to advancing the retail sector in the MENA region.
Middle East News 247 is Media Partner for the event.
For more information and to register for the event, visit https://malldevelopmentmena.com
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