LuLu opens Kuwait’s new hypermarket

LuLu Hypermarket, a major retailer in Kuwait, inaugurated its new branch in the country at the Al Salam Mall in Salmiya on Feb. 12.
The opening was presided over by Abdullah S. Alenezi, undersecretary, Ministry of Commerce and Industry, in the presence of Sheikh Malik Homoud Al-Sabah, royal family member; Yusuff Ali M.A., MD of Lulu Group; Saifee T Rupawala, CEO, Ashraf Ali M.A., executive director; and Mohammed Haris, director of Kuwait region.
Government officials, businessmen, and other dignitaries were also present on the occasion along with a large gathering of shoppers.
The Al Salam Mall branch of LuLu Hypermarket, located in the upmarket retail area of Salmiya, is expected to increase the popularity of the brand.
The new branch is the fifth outlet of the brand in Kuwait and the 113th branch in the region. Recognized recently as among the top 250 retailers in the world, the LuLu brand has transcended borders and cultures.
The 120,000 sq. ft. hypermarket showcases a fresh food section comprising fruit, vegetables, dairy products, meat, fish and hot and cold ready-to eat food.
A major highlight of the newly opened store is that it has an exclusive section for all "free from worry” local and imported food range.
In addition, and in true tradition of LuLu Hypermarkets, the new branch will feature the widest choice of world-class brands at the fairest prices and also offers a whole world of shopping with a good selection of brands and product lines.
"We are very clear in our approach to expansion and I am very confident about the economic situation of Kuwait and have full trust in the visions of Amir Sabah Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, and we are fully committed to continuing our forward march," said Ali after the inauguration.