Sarooj Construction has been appointed to undertake the enabling and highways works of the Mall of Oman, as part of phase one.
"For the last 15 years, Majid Al Futtaim has been a pioneer committed to delivering premium retail and lifestyle experiences in Oman. Today, we are proud to announce the imminent construction of Mall of Oman, which will be Oman’s largest mall and set unprecedented standards for the emerging retail and entertainment landscape in the Sultanate," said Ghaith Shocair, Chief Executive Officer, Shopping Malls at Majid Al Futtaim Properties.
"With a long-term vision for Oman’s retail sector which aligns with the government’s tourism and economic aims, we are launching a new platform for premium brands and experiences in the Sultanate, and a trusted partner and thought leader, Majid Al Futtaim will continue to innovate in customer experience to create great moments for everyone, everyday", he added.
"It is truly an honour to collaborate with the region’s retail pioneer on what is set to become an iconic project for the Sultanate. Sarooj Construction values integrity, quality, health and safety environment, and human development, and through our projects we demonstrate how we care for our clients’ vision as well as for the stakeholders and communities they serve," said Simon Karam, Sarooj Construction.
The Mall of Oman was designed in line with Majid Al Futtaim’s best sustainable practices, aiming to achieve a Gold Certification in Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design, like City Centre Mirdif, City Centre Fujairah and City Centre Beirut that count as the region’s most measurably eco-friendly structures.
The Mall of Oman investment is part of a wider OMR515 million investment in Oman by Majid Al Futtaim, which has also announced the construction of City Centre Sohar and My City Centre Sur in the Sultanate.
The continued investment in Oman’s retail and leisure infrastructure by Majid Al Futtaim supports the country’s National Strategy for Tourism 2040, which targets a 6 per cent rise in the contribution of the tourism sector to the GDP and a near doubling of visitor numbers to five million annually.