-Burberry retail store increases outlet space in Terminal 3-
-Emporio Armani fashion boutique opens in Abu Dhabi International Airport-
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates: Abu Dhabi Airports Company (ADAC) today announced the relocation and expansion of the Burberry boutique in Terminal 3 and announced the official opening of the new Emporio Armani boutique at Abu Dhabi International Airport.
Now situated at the entrance to Duty Free in Terminal 3, Burberry, the iconic British luxury brand, has expanded its product offering of leather products and accessories to include, ready-to-wear garments and watches for the first time. The 113 square metre store, which officially opened on 15th February 2013, has doubled its outlet space to meet consumer demand, making it the largest Burberry retail store found in an airport located in the Middle East.
Abu Dhabi Duty Free has also welcomed a 120 square metre Emporio Armani boutique to its luxury retail mix, with the world renowned fashion brand opening its first store at the Capital's airport. The new boutique will open with the launch of the 2013 spring/summer collection, and offer a variety of products, with a focus on casual wear and accessories.
Emporio Armani and Burberry are amongst the many luxury and high-end brands introduced by Abu Dhabi Duty Free at Abu Dhabi International Airport. ADAC is committed to enhancing customer satisfaction by continually evaluating the retail mix and ensuring that the brand mix meets passengers' expectations. ADAC is also committed to providing value-added services at the Abu Dhabi International Airport such as "Shop & Collect", free gift wrapping services and free WiFi. The "Travel Lighter" service allows passengers to shop on departure and leave items to be picked up on arrival next to the baggage reclaim area.
Mohammed Al Bulooki, Chief Commercial Officer at ADAC commented:
"One of ADAC's core objectives is to continuously invest in passenger amenities that enhance customer service, innovation and exclusivity within the Abu Dhabi Duty Free retail offer. The introduction of the Burberry and Emporio Armani boutiques further demonstrates ADAC's commitment, through its concessionaires, to providing passengers with world-class facilities, a unique travel experience, and luxury shopping unparalleled in other airports."
For more information please visit www.adac.ae
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About Abu Dhabi Airports Company (ADAC)
Abu Dhabi Airports Company (ADAC) is a public joint-stock company wholly owned by the Abu Dhabi Government. It was incorporated by Amiri Decree number 5, issued on 4 March 2006, to spearhead the development of the Emirate's aviation infrastructure. In September 2006, ADAC assumed responsibility for the operation and management of Abu Dhabi and Al Ain International Airports. In 2008, ADAC added Al Bateen Executive Airport (an exclusive private aviation airport), and Sir Bani Yas and Delma Island Airports to its portfolio. These airports are geared to serve the various segments of air travellers, the aviation marketplace, and will help contribute to Abu Dhabi's development as a destination for both business and leisure tourism.
Currently under way is the multi-billion dollar re-development and expansion of Abu Dhabi International Airport designed to increase the overall capacity of the airport to more than 40 million passengers per year. As part of this redevelopment, a second runway and a third terminal have been completed.
© Press Release 2013
