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Khaleej Times
3 days ago
- Business
- Khaleej Times
Union Coop inaugurates its modern retail destination
Union Coop has officially inaugurated its latest project, 'Al Khawaneej Mall', located in Al Khawaneej 2, Dubai. Spread over approximately 70,000 sq ft, the new mall features a hypermarket, a diverse range of retail and service outlets, and ample outdoor parking spaces. This opening marks a strategic step in the cooperative's ongoing expansion plan to serve key residential areas and vital locations across the emirate. The mall is designed to serve as a vibrant, accessible commercial and social space that meets the everyday needs of Dubai's growing residential communities. Al Khawaneej Mall features contemporary architectural design that emphasises comfort, natural flow, and user-centric functionality. The layout incorporates open circulation paths, natural lighting elements, and minimalist aesthetics, enhancing both shopper convenience and visual appeal. At its core is a state-of-the-art hypermarket that anchors the development, complemented by a well-curated mix of retail outlets, service centers, a children's nursery, and an ENOC service station. Ample outdoor parking facilities ensure a seamless visitor experience from arrival to departure. The grand opening ceremony was attended by Majid Hamad Rahma Al Shamsi, chairman; Mohamed Al Hashemi, CEO of Union Coop; and Thilal Bin Quraish Alfalasi, support sector CEO assistant, alongside dignitaries, employees, suppliers, strategic partners, and shoppers. Speaking at the event, Union Coop's CEO Al Hashemi stated: 'The project is much more than just a shopping center or a mall, but a thoughtfully designed social-retail space, which seeks to offer exceptional customer experience that aligns with state-of-art Dubai standard. The architectural style is flexible, family-centric and people-friendly.' Visitors can explore a diverse selection of brands, restaurants, cafés, a currency exchange, and a bank, all under one roof, thereby making Al Khawaneej Mall a comprehensive destination for shopping, dining, and daily services. Developed on commercial land in collaboration with the Mohammed Bin Rashid Housing Establishment (MRHE), the project underscores a strong synergy between cooperative and government sectors to elevate community living standards in the emirate.


Khaleej Times
3 days ago
- Business
- Khaleej Times
Dubai: New mall opens in Al Khawaneej with latest Union Coop
Union Coop has officially inaugurated its latest project, 'Al Khawaneej Mall' in Al Khawaneej 2, Dubai. Spread over approximately 70,000 sqft, the new mall features a hypermarket, a diverse range of retail and service outlets, and outdoor parking spaces. This is part of government-backed Union Coop's ongoing expansion plan to serve key residential areas and vital locations across the emirate. At its core is the hypermarket that anchors the development, complemented by a mix of retail outlets, service centres, a nursery, and a petrol service station. The opening was attended by Majid Hamad Rahma Al Shamsi, chairman and Mohamed Al Hashemi, CEO of Union Coop, and Thilal Bin Quraish Alfalasi, support sector CEO assistant, alongside dignitaries, employees, suppliers, strategic partners, and shoppers. Al Hashemi stated: 'The project is much more than just a shopping centre or a mall, but a thoughtfully designed social-retail space, which seeks to offer exceptional customer experience that aligns with state-of-art Dubai standards. The architectural style is flexible, family-centric and people-friendly.' Visitors can explore a diverse selection of brands, restaurants, cafés, a currency exchange, and a bank, all under one roof, thereby making Al Khawaneej Mall a comprehensive destination for shopping, dining, and daily services. Developed on commercial land in collaboration with the Mohammed Bin Rashid Housing Establishment (MRHE), the project underscores a strong synergy between cooperative and government sectors to elevate community living standards in the emirate.


Al Bawaba
3 days ago
- Business
- Al Bawaba
Union Coop Inaugurates ‘Al Khawaneej Mall'
Coop's main activities are to establish hypermarkets and manage cooperatives within UAE. Union Coop is the largest consumer cooperative in the UAE as it operates 18 branches and two malls (Al Barsha Mall, Etihad Mall). Union Coop has also launched two grocery chains: Mini Coop and Coop, a new concept, thereby making it the first consumer cooperative to include a smart shopping concept in many of its branches in the MENA region. Additionally, Union Coop plays an active role in stabilizing prices through promotional campaigns and offering real-value offers and give prizes worth tens of millions yearly. Union Coop's outlets offer a wide range of products from food and electronics to hardware and household appliances.


Trade Arabia
3 days ago
- Business
- Trade Arabia
Union Coop opens new Al Khawaneej Mall in Dubai
The UAE's Union Coop has inaugurated its latest project, Al Khawaneej Mall, located in Al Khawaneej 2, Dubai. Spread over approximately 70,000 sq ft, the new mall features a hypermarket, a diverse range of retail and service outlets, and ample outdoor parking spaces. This opening marks a strategic step in the cooperative's ongoing expansion plan to serve key residential areas and vital locations across the emirate. The mall is designed to serve as a vibrant, accessible commercial and social space that meets the everyday needs of Dubai's growing residential communities, it said. Comfortable architecture Al Khawaneej Mall features contemporary architectural design that emphasises comfort, natural flow, and user-centric functionality. The layout incorporates open circulation paths, natural lighting elements, and minimalist aesthetics, enhancing both shopper convenience and visual appeal. State-of-the-art hypermarket At its core is a state-of-the-art hypermarket that anchors the development, complemented by a well-curated mix of retail outlets, service centers, a children's nursery, and an ENOC service station. Ample outdoor parking facilities ensure a seamless visitor experience from arrival to departure. The grand opening ceremony was attended by Majid Hamad Rahma Al Shamsi, Chairman, and Mohamed Al Hashemi, CEO of Union Coop, and Thilal Bin Quraish Alfalasi, Support Sector CEO Assistant, alongside dignitaries, employees, suppliers, strategic partners, and shoppers. Al Hashemi stated: 'The project is much more than just a shopping center or a mall, but a thoughtfully designed social-retail space, which seeks to offer exceptional customer experience that aligns with state-of-art Dubai standard. The architectural style is flexible, family-centric and people-friendly.' Visitors can explore a diverse selection of brands, restaurants, cafés, a currency exchange, and a bank, all under one roof, thereby making Al Khawaneej Mall a comprehensive destination for shopping, dining, and daily services.


Time Out Dubai
3 days ago
- Business
- Time Out Dubai
Al Khawaneej Mall opens in Dubai: New Union Coop location
Listen up, shoppers. A brand new mall has just opened in Dubai. Al Khawaneej Mall has officially opened in Al Khawaneej 2 and brings a new hypermarket, new retail and plenty of parking spaces. Spread over a space of approximately 70,000 square feet, the new mall features a mix of outlets, a children's nursery and an ENOC service station. First announced in June 2023, the mall has now been formally inaugurated following the opening of Union Coop. The mall has been built in accordance with international standards for green buildings, using eco-friendly materials and construction techniques. (Credit: Union Coop) Money generated from the complex will be used to cover the expenses of 50 mosques. As part of Dubai's 'Mosques Endowment' campaign, Dhs8 million of the mall's annual revenue will be set aside to support the places of worship. The latest technologies to generate, save, and recycle energy have been included in the construction of the mall. The aim of this green approach is to improve the quality of the environment within the mall and reduce negative impacts on the ecosystem. You might also like: The best shopping malls in Dubai The mall's design emphasises comfort, natural flow, and user-centric functionality. The layout incorporates open circulation paths, natural lighting elements, and minimalist aesthetics, enhancing both shopper convenience and visual appeal. Union Coop CEO Mohammed Al Hashemi described the project as more than a mall. He said: 'The project is much more than just a shopping centre or a mall, but a thoughtfully designed social-retail space, which seeks to offer an exceptional customer experience that aligns with the state-of-the-art Dubai standard. 'The architectural style is flexible, family-centric and people-friendly.' Things to do in Dubai The best pool day deals in Dubai Where to get beach and pool access in Dubai New brunches in Dubai: top spots to try From parties to buffets, here's where to check out this weekend Brilliant things to do in Dubai at night What to do once the sun has set in the city