Awqaf Dubai Partners with Lulu Retail for New Retail Projects

Deal News | Apr 07, 2025 | Zawya

Awqaf Dubai Partners with Lulu Retail for New Retail Projects

The Endowment and Minors Trust Foundation (Awqaf Dubai) has entered into a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Lulu Retail Holdings to establish a series of hypermarkets and supermarkets across Dubai. The agreement, signed by key figures from both organizations, aims to enhance the retail experience in Dubai and contribute to Awqaf's social and economic goals. Lulu Retail, a leading retailer in the GCC region, will assist in developing shopping facilities that will serve residents and visitors. The first hypermarket is scheduled to open in Khawaneej-2 by mid-year. The partnership will see Lulu expanding its footprint in Dubai, affirming its commitment to the city's retail sector and aligning with Awqaf's mission of sustainable community development. Lulu Retail, known for its large retail network with operations in over six GCC countries, is expanding with a growing e-commerce presence.

Sectors

  • Retail
  • Endowments and Trusts

Geography

  • United Arab Emirates – The partnership and developments are specifically targeted within Dubai, UAE.
  • GCC – Lulu Retail Holdings operates across six Gulf Cooperation Council countries, indicating a broader geographical context.

Industry

  • Retail – The article discusses a partnership for establishing hypermarkets and supermarkets, indicating a focus on the retail industry.
  • Endowments and Trusts – Awqaf Dubai is involved, which is focused on endowments and trusts supporting community projects.

Financials

    Participants

    NameRoleTypeDescription
    Awqaf DubaiPartnerCompanyIt is the Endowment and Minors Trust Foundation responsible for community projects in Dubai.
    Lulu Retail HoldingsPartnerCompanyThe leading retailer in the GCC region, partnering to open new hypermarkets in Dubai.
    Ali Al MutawaSecretary GeneralPeopleSecretary General of the Endowment and Minors Trust Foundation (Awqaf Dubai).
    Salim M.ADirector of Global OperationsPeopleDirector of Global Operations at Lulu Retail.
    Essa Abdulla Al GhurairChairmanPeopleChairman of Endowment and Minors Trust Foundation (Awqaf Dubai).
    Yusuffali M.AChairmanPeopleChairman of Lulu Group.