Shopping centre launches new work hub 'to meet evolving needs of guests'
A Scottish shopping centre has announced it is launching a new work hub to help it diversify its offer to meet the evolving needs of guests in 2025.
The free-to-use work hub at Silverburn will be located on the mall between the Chisholm Hunter and Tag Heuer stores.
The Glasgow centre said the hub will create "a comfortable and productive environment for people to enjoy".
Guests can access seating and desk space for up to 15 people at a time at the hub, which will be open daily.
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Silverburn said the creation of the hub enforces its commitment to "offering a best-in-class experience that meets guests' needs, cementing its position as a top UK destination for both shopping and leisure".
The investment complements Silverburn's recent record-breaking growth, with the centre welcoming 15.2 million visitors last year.
David Pierotti, General Manager for Silverburn, said: 'We are always looking for ways to better serve our guests, and the new Work Hub is another step in providing a premium experience for everyone, whether they're here to shop, relax, or work. This space is designed with flexibility in mind, catering to people who are balancing work, leisure, and everything in between.'
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