Serco delivering FM services to Abu Dhabi mall

Serco Middle East, a leading provider of essential public services, has announced that it is delivering a turnkey infrastructure and facilities management solution for The Galleria on Al Maryah Island in Abu Dhabi.

The Galleria, a joint venture between Gulf Related and Mubadala Real Estate and Infrastructure (MREI), now offers more than 1.8 million sq ft of leasable space following its recent expansion.

As part of a five-year contract, the company will handle all maintenance of existing and expanded asset covering everything from specialist infrastructure systems through to operational elements such as security and valet services.

Servo said it is delivering all core support services relating to the development, spanning 270 indoor and outdoor shops, 70 dining areas and housing entertainment options such as cinemas, urban parks and childrens play areas.

With over 400,000 visitors over the first few opening days, the Galleria has already confirmed itself as one of the busiest and highest quality retail destinations in the Middle East, it added.

Edward Gallagher, the managing director for integrated services, Serco Middle East, said: "We are extremely proud to be the delivery partner for such a superb complex, which promises to be a huge attraction for decades to come."

"To support the expansion of The Galleria, we have provided innovative solutions to the challenges presented by such a high-footfall space and through a mix of innovative technology and Sercos global know-how, have deployed an operation which from day one has delivered a vibrant, clean and safe environment for hundreds of thousands of visitors," he noted.

"We relish the challenge of such a customer facing environment, allowing our trusted and talented staff to bring our approach of making a difference every day to life," he added.-TradeArabia News Service