A step forward towards making Al Meera one of the leading retailers within the region, says Dr. Saif Said Al Sowaidi Vice Chairman.

Doha, Qatar 24 February2013:  The Vice Chairman of the Board of Al Meera Consumer Goods Company (Q.S.C.) Dr. Saif Al Sowaidi, today inaugurated the first Géant hypermarket at Hyatt plaza.

The function was attended by Board members and high ranking dignitaries. Following the opening, Dr. Saif Al Sowaidi and the Board members toured the new hypermarket.

The opening of Géant hypermarket is the culmination of an agreement signed between Al Meera Holding Company and French retailer Casino to develop a network of hypermarkets and supermarkets under the Géant banners in selected Middle East countries.

" The opening of the Geant Hypermarket is In line with  our commitment to all our stakeholders, including both our shareholders and our customers, we believe that Geant will provide a host of benefits to all. " said Dr. Saif Al Sowaidi, Vice Chairman of the Board of Al Meera. 

"Today marks a major step towards making Al Meera one of the leading retailers within the region. In our expansion plan, providing high quality and diverse product offerings for our customers was a key pillar." 

With the breadth and visibility of its fresh food offerings, creation of an attractive, dramatic sales environment, pertinence of its non-food offerings (textiles, decor, lifestyle, electronics, etc.),   transformation of the surrounding shopping centers into modern, welcoming, friendly spaces, and many more, Géant Hypermarket promises a fun-filled and comfort shopping.

The Géant Hypermarket will adhere to the strict international standards to ensure product(s) freshness, by selecting professional suppliers who are able to follow high standards and specifications and are able to supply fresh product in quantities with regularity.

The first Géant hypermarket in Qatar will reinforce the presence of the Géant and banners in GCC countries - where Géant is already a leading retailer with more than 10 stores in operation in the United Arab Emirates, Kuwait and Bahrain.

For more information about Al Meera, please visit www.almeera.com.

For further information please contact: 
Amira Rashed
Account Manager
Cohn & Wolfe
Doha, Qatar
Telephone: +974 4428 3111
Email: amira.rashed@cohnwolfedoha.com 

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