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Khaleej Times
26-05-2025
- Business
- Khaleej Times
Sedar Global expands UAE presence with new store at Dalma Mall, Abu Dhabi
Sedar Global, the region's leading specialist in wall coverings, window treatments, and soft furnishings with over 135 years of heritage, has opened a new retail store at Dalma Mall, Abu Dhabi. This marks Sedar's fifth store in Abu Dhabi and twelfth across the UAE. This expansion brings Sedar's global footprint to over 30 stores across 11 countries, including the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Egypt, Morocco, Bahrain, Iraq, Yemen, Qatar, Oman, and Sudan, as well as an international design hub in Northern Italy and retail presence in Canada. The opening comes at a time when the regional interiors market is thriving. With the UAE construction market estimated at $42.75 billion in 2025, and expected to reach $52.66 billion by 2030, the soft furnishings market in Dubai and the broader UAE is similarly projected to experience robust growth, driven by rising disposable incomes, rapid urbanisation, and a growing preference for sustainable, smart, and high-quality interior solutions. Sedar's strategic expansion is designed to meet this demand. Rami Selo, COO of Sedar Global, said: 'We're proud to expand our footprint in Abu Dhabi, one of our most dynamic markets. Dalma Mall is part of the Abu Dhabi 2030 strategic development plan, and we've seen a significant rise in demand from the rapidly growing, multicultural population surrounding the mall.' He continued: 'Our mall-based concept has been well received in Dubai, and this new store aims to offer Abu Dhabi consumers and interior designers a similar, accessible shopping destination that brings together high-quality décor solutions and expert service.' The Dalma Mall store offers a fresh, immersive shopping experience tailored to modern consumer preferences. In addition to Sedar's extensive range of blinds, curtains, wallpapers, folding doors, and awnings, the store features the brand's newly launched Upholstery Studio and interactive digital screens. This latest store follows Sedar's rebrand rollout, which has revitalised more than 15 locations since 2022. Sedar Global continues to collaborate with some of the most prestigious names in design, offering exclusive collections from Armani/Casa, Roberto Cavalli, Versace Home, Missoni Home, Swarovski, and Jannelli & Volpi, as well as sought-after sub-brands like Marcopolo, Amazona, Fujikawa, York Weave, and Antartica. Alongside its physical store expansion, Sedar Global has invested heavily in its digital ecosystem. The brand's revamped e-commerce platform now offers a fully immersive virtual store experience, designed to replicate the in-store journey from the comfort of home. Since 1892, Sedar Global has remained a family-owned business renowned for craftsmanship, innovation, and customer-centricity. Their portfolio includes millions of homes and major projects with royalty, airlines, hospitality groups, and government institutions.
Zawya
21-05-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Sedar Global expands UAE presence with new store opening at Dalma Mall, Abu Dhabi
UAE – Sedar Global, the region's leading specialist in wall coverings, window treatments, and soft furnishings with over 135 years of heritage, has opened a new retail store at Dalma Mall, Abu Dhabi. This marks Sedar's fifth store in Abu Dhabi and twelfth across the UAE, further solidifying its presence in one of the brand's key growth markets. Strategically located on the ground floor of Dalma Mall, a major shopping destination along the Abu Dhabi Tarif Al Ain highway, opposite Mohammed Bin Zayed City, the 150 sqm showroom opened its doors in May 2025. This expansion brings Sedar's global footprint to over 30 stores across 11 countries, including the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Egypt, Morocco, Bahrain, Iraq, Yemen, Qatar, Oman, and Sudan, as well as an international design hub in Northern Italy and retail presence in Canada. Meeting Regional Demand and Future Growth The opening comes at a time when the regional interiors market is thriving. With the UAE construction market estimated at $42.75 billion in 2025, and expected to reach $52.66 billion by 2030, the soft furnishings market in Dubai and the broader UAE is similarly projected to experience robust growth, driven by rising disposable incomes, rapid urbanisation, and a growing preference for sustainable, smart, and high-quality interior solutions. Sedar's strategic expansion is designed to meet this demand, offering a one-stop destination for both residential and commercial customers seeking elevated interior design experiences. Rami Selo, COO of Sedar Global, shares 'We're proud to expand our footprint in Abu Dhabi, one of our most dynamic markets. Dalma Mall is part of the Abu Dhabi 2030 strategic development plan, and we've seen a significant rise in demand from the rapidly growing, multicultural population surrounding the mall.' He continued: 'Our mall-based concept has been well received in Dubai, and this new store aims to offer Abu Dhabi consumers and interior designers a similar, accessible shopping destination that brings together high-quality décor solutions and expert service.' A New Kind of Shopping Experience The Dalma Mall store offers a fresh, immersive shopping experience tailored to modern consumer preferences. In addition to Sedar's extensive range of blinds, curtains, wallpapers, folding doors, and awnings, the store features the brand's newly launched Upholstery Studio and interactive digital screens. These allow customers to browse, personalise, and purchase interior products ranging from curtains and blinds to pillows and wallpapers, at their own pace. This latest store follows Sedar's rebrand rollout, which has revitalised more than 15 locations since 2022 with a modern, approachable visual identity. Inspired by Sedar's successful 'Your Space, Your Art' campaign, the new store design embraces bold colours, open spaces, and integrated technology to create an engaging and user-friendly environment, particularly appealing to Millennial and Gen Z shoppers. Innovation, Sustainability, and Global Design Partnerships The new Dalma Mall location reflects Sedar's ongoing evolution to meet consumer demand for both trendy and sustainable interiors. The brand has expanded its offerings to include eco-conscious upholstery fabrics and reupholstery services, responding to growing interest in sustainable home solutions. Sedar Global continues to collaborate with some of the most prestigious names in design, offering exclusive collections from Armani/Casa, Roberto Cavalli, Versace Home, Missoni Home, Swarovski, and Jannelli & Volpi, as well as sought-after sub-brands like Marcopolo, Amazona, Fujikawa, York Weave, and Antartica. New to the portfolio is an exciting collaboration with The Met Museum New York, enabling customers to print renowned artworks onto wallpapers and fabrics – available for the first time in the region. The brand also continues to offer advanced smart living automation solutions through its partnership with Somfy and a Pergoala line enhancing convenience and luxury. A Seamless Omnichannel Experience Alongside its physical store expansion, Sedar Global has invested heavily in its digital ecosystem. The brand's revamped e-commerce platform now offers a fully immersive virtual store experience, designed to replicate the in-store journey from the comfort of home. This includes 360-degree virtual showrooms, online home consultation services, virtual room planning, and end-to-end services from consultation and measurement to manufacturing, delivery, and installation. Built with user-friendliness in mind, the platform bridges high-tech innovation with Sedar's signature VIP, one-to-one service experience, making it accessible to all customers, regardless of their tech comfort level. Rich Heritage Since 1892 Since 1892, Sedar Global has remained a family-owned business renowned for craftsmanship, innovation, and customer-centricity. Their portfolio includes millions of homes and major projects with royalty, airlines, hospitality groups, and government institutions. Recent projects include: Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab Dubai, Oman Across Ages Museum Project, New Student Affairs Building in Doha, Najmat Tower in Abu Dhabi, Dukkan Air Base in Qatar and Kempinski Business Bay in Dubai, The Bridge Lifestyle Hub in Abu Dhabi. Previous completed projects include Emerald Palace Kempinski Dubai, Al Maktoum International Airport in Dubai, Damac Properties in Dubai, Burj Al Arab in Dubai, King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, Saudi Aramco in Riyadh, King Hamad Hospital in Manama, National Bank of Oman in Salalah amongst many others. Visit Sedar Global at Dalma Mall, Ground Floor, Abu Dhabi. To explore the full product range or book a consultation, visit About Sedar Global Catering to the window and wall décor industry for over 135 years, Sedar Global offer curtains, wallpaper, awnings, blinds, folding doors, curtain accessories and pillows from Marco Polo, Fujikawa, Amazona, Anatartica as well as internationally renowned names including Jannelli & Volpi, Armani/Casa, Swarovski, Versace, Somfy and York Weave amongst others One of the world's leading companies in manufacture, design and installation of window and wall décor Sedar has over 30 showrooms across 11 countries including the UAE, KSA, Kuwait, Egypt, Iraq and is in the process of expanding across further territories worldwide. Sedar Global meet the highest in international retail standards offering a unique one-stop-shop experience through their showrooms and digital platform that integrate advanced technology, manufacturing, design, product ranges and personalised services for customers. Instagram and Facebook: @SedarGlobal For media enquiries please contact: Georgina Brace - Galerie The Agency E: georgina@ Faten Abdulla – Galerie The Agency E: Faten@
Hi Dubai
19-05-2025
- Business
- Hi Dubai
Etihad Rail Passenger Service Launching in 2026: Travel Time, Stations, Free Wi-Fi & More
The UAE's ambitious national railway project, Etihad Rail, is set to transform travel across the country with the launch of its high-speed passenger service in 2026. The futuristic rail network, reaching speeds of up to 200km/h, will cut journey times, connect 11 major cities and regions, and offer a sustainable alternative to road travel. Announced during a meeting hosted by Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler's Representative in the Al Dhafra Region, and Etihad Rail officials at Al Dhanna Palace, the passenger rail service marks a new era in the nation's infrastructure development. Though the exact launch date is yet to be confirmed, the system is expected to handle up to 36.5 million passengers annually by 2030. 11 Key Cities to Be Connected The Etihad Rail network will span approximately 900km, linking major cities and regions across all seven emirates and beyond. The cities connected include: Abu Dhabi Dubai Sharjah Ras Al Khaimah Fujairah Al Ain Ruwais Al Mirfa Al Dhaid Ghuweifat (on the Saudi border) Sohar (Oman, via the Hafeet Rail project) This network aims to boost regional mobility, reduce road congestion, and support economic growth. Passenger Stations Across the Emirates Etihad Rail's passenger stations will be strategically placed to maximize convenience and accessibility. Two confirmed stations include: Sakamkam in Fujairah University City in Sharjah Other proposed station locations are: Near Jumeirah Golf Estates metro station in Dubai In Abu Dhabi, along the corridor between Mussafah Industrial Area and Mohammed Bin Zayed City, close to Dalma Mall and Phoenix Hospital New High-Speed Line Between Abu Dhabi and Dubai A separate high-speed electrified line, also under Etihad Rail, will connect Abu Dhabi and Dubai in just 30 minutes, with trains reaching speeds of 350km/h. This line will include six stops: Reem Island Yas Island Saadiyat Island Zayed International Airport Near Al Maktoum Airport (Dubai) Jaddaf, near Dubai Creek This route will link major business hubs and tourist destinations, enhancing intercity travel. Travel Times Across the Network Once operational, the trains will drastically cut travel times: Abu Dhabi to Dubai: approximately 57 minutes Abu Dhabi to Ruwais: about 70 minutes Abu Dhabi to Fujairah: around 105 minutes Modern Comfort on Board Etihad Rail's passenger trains will feature 15 sleek, silver-grey carriages with a 2+2 seating layout across first, business, and economy classes. Each train will carry over 400 passengers and offer amenities such as: Free WiFi Infotainment systems Charging stations Ample legroom Advanced air-conditioning Real-time location and arrival screens Designed with both functionality and aesthetics in mind, the trains reflect the UAE's focus on luxury and efficiency. Scenic and Seamless Travel Experience Passengers will enjoy scenic routes through mountain ranges in Fujairah, the Liwa desert's oasis near Mezeiraa station, and bustling cityscapes. Etihad Rail is also planning a door-to-door service model, integrating with public and shared transport for smooth first-and-last-mile connectivity. Backed by Global Expertise Etihad Rail has partnered with international leaders including SNCF International, Alstom, Progress Rail, and Thales Group. These collaborations will help deliver intelligent ticketing, real-time passenger flow management, and smart traffic operations. Shaping the Future of Mobility More than just a transportation upgrade, Etihad Rail aligns with the UAE's vision for smart, sustainable urban development. By improving connectivity, reducing travel times, and supporting eco-friendly transport, the project signals a bold shift in how the country moves and grows. News Source: Khaleej Times
What's On
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- What's On
8 things to do in Abu Dhabi this weekend: May 16 to 18
Here's what's hot in town… Can't really complain about how this week's been going, but a weekend is still a weekend. On that note, here are 8 fun things to do in Abu Dhabi this weekend. Friday, May 16 Round out the week with a business lunch at L'ETO Whether you're looking to grab a bite between meetings enjoy or a relaxed midday catch-up with friends, L'ETO's business lunch serves some great starters such as the beef borsch soup and pampushki, and mains such as the organic tomato strozzapreti and porcini risotto with truffle oil. They sure mean business when it's lunchtime. L'ETO, The Galleria Al Maryah Island, Abu Dhabi, weekdays noon to 4pm, Dhs110 (two courses), Dhs135 (three courses). Leo & Loona has opened a fun new location at Dalma Mall, with playful adventures, racing tracks, trampolines and more waiting to be discovered. With over 30 immersive experiences across a whimisical 650 square metre fantasy dining area, there's tons of fun to be had for the little ones. Leo & Loona, Dalma Mall, Abu Dhabi. @ Saturday, May 17 Say Mamma-Mia! at a beach party This is a one-night-only celebration of the famous musical everyone's waiting to catch right here in Abu Dhabi next month, so get ready for a night of fun, iconic tunes, and barefoot dancing at Fahid Beach Club by Barbossa this Saturday. Disco beats and ABBA hits shall set the stage in this celebration for the ages. Fahid Beach Club by Barbossa, Fahid Island, Abu Dhabi, Saturday May 17. @fahidbcbybarbossa Go on a Cantonese journey with Hakkasan This Michelin-starred restaurant's signature experience pays homage to traditional Cantonese flavors with a modern touch. You can dine on a terrific three-course set menu priced at Dhs398 a guest, and expect to taste specialities such as the jasmine tea–smoked mala chicken, wok-fried sustainable grouper, a dim sum trio, and pistachio kunafa with yoghurt ice cream. Hakkasan, Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental, West Corniche Road, Abu Dhabi, May 15 to July 15, 6pm to 11.30pm, Dhs398 per diner (min. 2 guests). Tel: (0)2 690 7739. @hakkasanabudhabi This brand-new summer beverage menu is cool, smart and clever – a mocktail list of 10 beverages, and a cocktail list serving 10 of its own – placed next to each other, the creations complement each other – all celebrating the Golden Age of the French Riviera. Look no further when you're looking to kick the summer off in style. La Petite Maison Abu Dhabi, The Galleria Al Maryah Island, noon to 1am. @lpmabudhabi If you haven't caught Kings and Queens of Africa: Forms and Figures of Power at Louvre Abu Dhabi yet, there's good news, folks: the exhibition is now available to visit until June 8. Experience this groundbreaking exploration of African artistic heritage in a first of its kind exhibition that presents over 350 exceptional artworks from the 11th to the 21st centuries. Louvre Abu Dhabi, Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi, until June 8, Dhs65. Enjoy a showcase of contemporary Korean art Abu Dhabi Music & Arts Foundation (ADMAF) and the Seoul Museum of Art (SeMa) are proud to present the first showcase of contemporary Korean art in the region, titled Layered Medium: We Are in Open Circuits – Contemporary Art from Korea, 1960s to Today – and it will be available for you to admire and appreciate at Manarat Al Saadiyat from May 16 to June 30. Co-curated by Maya El Khalil and Kyung-hwan Yeo, the showcase will bring a compelling perspective to town, that covers six decades of Korea's avantgarde art movement. Manarat Al Saadiyat, Abu Dhabi, May 16 to June 30. @admafsocial Enjoy afternoon tea at Shangri-La Qaryat Al Beri Abu Dhabi Available from 2.30pm to 6pm daily, Shangri-La Qaryat Al Beri's traditional afternoon tea experience includes a freshly baked scones with clotted cream and jam, bite-sized sandwiches, and an array of mouthwatering pastries. Pick from a variety of premium teas or coffee brews to go with it, and you can really make an afternoon of it. Also, watch out for the tea sommelier's precision. Shangri-La Qaryat Al Beri, Rabdan, Abu Dhabi, 2.30pm to 6pm daily, Dhs220 (2 guests). @shangrilaabudhabi > Sign up for FREE to get exclusive updates that you are interested in
Fashion Network
06-05-2025
- Business
- Fashion Network
Popees Baby Care forays into UAE, launches first global store in Abu Dhabi
Baby wear retailer Popees Baby Care has entered the international market with the launch of its first global store at Dalma Mall in Abu Dhabi, marking its 91st outlet and first outside India. The exclusive brand outlet forms part of the label's wider strategy to scale its presence across the Middle East and expand access to its baby care products globally. Located in one of Abu Dhabi's prominent shopping destinations, the new store offers baby apparel for infants up to six-year-olds, Popees announced in a press release. The store also houses its range of products including baby oil, soap, wipes, fabric wash, body wash, shampoo, lotions, and towels. 'This new store at Dalma Mall not only reflects our dedication to providing comprehensive range of baby clothing and essential products but also strengthens our connection with the local community," said Popees Group's chairman and managing director Shaju Thomas in a press release. "The support and trust from our customers drives us to expand and innovate. We are confident that our presence in Dalma Mall will not only enhance the local retail landscape but also become a favourite destination for families looking for trusted products for their little ones.' The brand plans to grow its store count to 118 by the end of the 2026 financial year, targeting markets across Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, and major Indian metro cities. Popees currently operates three manufacturing units with a monthly capacity of five lakh garments and employs over 2,000 people.
