Lulu Retail Expands Presence in Saudi Arabia with Grand Opening of Express Store in Madinah
Lulu Retail, the leading hypermarket chain in the Middle East, is set to expand its presence in Saudi Arabia with the grand opening of its latest express store in Madinah. This strategic expansion aligns with Lulu’s commitment to providing world-class shopping experiences to residents and visitors while supporting the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 initiative for economic growth and job creation.
Inauguration Ceremony
Mazen bin Ibrahim Rajab, Chairman of the Madinah Chamber of Commerce, officially inaugurated the new Lulu express store in the presence of Fahad Ahmed Khan Suri, Consul General of India in Jeddah, Yusuffali M.A., Chairman of Lulu Group, along with other distinguished dignitaries.
Features of the New Store
The new Lulu store, developed in partnership with Al Manakha Urban Project Development Company, spans a retail space of 23,000 square feet. The store is designed to offer a seamless and modern shopping experience, catering to the diverse needs of customers with a well-curated selection of daily need essentials, fresh food, and departmental offerings like at Lulu’s Jabal Omar store in Makkah.
Expansion Plans
Officials from Jabal Omar Development Company and Al Manakha Urban Project Development Company expressed their confidence in Lulu store’s role in enhancing the success of these prestigious shopping mall projects. Lulu is planning significant expansion across Saudi Arabia, with three additional major projects already in the pipeline for Madinah.
Message from Chairman
On this occasion, Yusuffali M.A., Chairman of Lulu, expressed his profound joy in expanding Lulu’s footprint in the Holy Cities. He thanked the Saudi Arabian government for their support and reiterated Lulu’s commitment to delivering a world-class retail experience while generating employment opportunities for Saudi citizens.
Special Features of the Store
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A fully stocked express store offering fresh produce, grocery essentials, and international products.
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A special focus on Saudi-grown products, including premium-quality Madinah dates.
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Dedicated fresh food sections providing high-quality fruits, vegetables, meat, and seafood.
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Select departmental items, reflecting the range available at Lulu’s Jabal Omar store in Makkah.
Operating Hours
The store will be open daily from 6:00 AM to 12:00 Midnight, providing extended shopping hours to accommodate the needs of both residents and visitors.
Commitment to Quality
With this latest expansion, Lulu Retail reaffirms its commitment to providing a world-class shopping experience while contributing to the Kingdom’s economic development. The new Madinah store stands as a testament to Lulu’s dedication to quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction.
About Lulu Retail
Founded in 1974, Lulu Retail is the largest pan-GCC full-line retailer by selling space, sales, and number of stores, with a 50-year legacy as a homegrown brand. Lulu operates more than 250 hypermarkets, express, and mini-market stores across the six GCC countries, spanning over 1.3 million sq. m of total retail space. It also maintains a growing e-commerce presence through its app, webstore, and partner channels.
To serve more than 600,000 shoppers from 130 nationalities every day, it sources products from 85 countries, supported by an on-the-ground sourcing presence in 19 countries. The organization, which has a strong brand recognition and trust among consumers in the GCC, continues to drive the growth of its existing stores, expands its store network, and elevates loyalty across its customer base. www.luluretail.com
