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Dubai, United Arab Emirates: As part of its commitment to eco-conservation and its support of the UAE Vision 2021, Al-Futtaim Lexus has announced the launch of its biggest and greenest 3S (Sales, Service and Spare parts) facility in the country.
The facility, which reflects the new international “Corporate Identity” for Lexus, was opened in Dubai Investment Park (DIP) and echoes Al-Futtaim’s strategic focus to target new and upcoming developments based around the Expo 2020 venue.
The 5,700 square metre facility will have 192 parking bays and three receiving/delivery bays that will be able to handle up to nine vehicles at a time. Additionally, there will be two car wash bays and 24 workshop bays. The facility will also provide secure racks for bicycles within a shaded area located no more than 30 metres from the building entrance for the convenience of the customers who live in the neighborhood.
Commenting on the opening of the new facility, Mohammed Maktari, Managing Director, Al-Futtaim Lexus, said, “This is a proud moment for Lexus in the UAE. As a brand that has been at the spearhead of sustainability for years globally, we are delighted to announce the launch of an environmentally-conscious facility at DIP. The flagship facility is in line with the vision of the UAE Government to conserve our resources and ensure a better future for generations to come. This facility is unlike any other and it gives me immense pride that Lexus is at the forefront of sustainability initiatives within the UAE.”
True to the brand's heritage, the design of the new DIP 3S facility gets its inspiration from traditional Japanese concepts including Kumiko screens which is a wooden lattice, inspired by customary Japanese concepts. It is a perfect blend of Japanese “Takumi” craft concepts and modern architectural installations to represent the Lexus spindle grille motif.
The design of the back wall in the showroom reception is inspired by traditional Japanese craftsmanship. The ‘Triaxial Orimono’ weaves fiber in three directions to offer durability and elegance while expressing the spindle grille motif into 3-dimensional textured partitions.
The new Al-Futtaim Lexus 3S facility is built around several sustainable initiatives that are unprecedented. They include:
SOLAR PANELS
The facility has been fitted with solar panels which helps reduce power by 768,398 kWh each year.
RECYCLED CARPET SYSTEM
The carpet used for the flooring across facility is made from the recycled material that has been certified by Dubai Municipality.
WATER RECYCLING SYSTEM
The car wash bays are equipped with wastewater treatment and recycling system that helps reduce water consumption and wastage.
NATURAL DAYLIGHT – SUN TUBES
The rooftop of the workshop is fitted with sun tubes that provide adequate natural lighting, equivalent to LED lights and helps reduce consumption of electricity during the day.
LED LIGHTING
The facility features LED lighting with motion sensors throughout the premises to ensure responsible usage and consumption of electricity.
ORGANIC PAINT
The paint and coatings used across the facility are certified by Dubai Central Lab and do not exceed the permissible limits of Volatile Organic Compound (VOC), ensuring a safe work environment.
AIRFLOW CONTROL
The entrance and exit lobbies at the facility are enhanced by a unique application that helps prevent the loss of conditioned air.
CONDENSATE RECOVERY SYSTEM
The condensate water from all Air Handling Units at the facility is recovered and further used for landscape irrigation throughout the premises.
WATER DISPENSING SYSTEM
The facility features an enhanced water dispensing system that provides advanced filtered and purified drinking water and helps reduce the carbon footprint.
ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING STATION AND PARKING
The facility is equipped with four Electric Vehicle parking slots to promote and facilitate the usage of electric vehicles to protect the environment. It will also include secure racks for bicycles and feature enabled access for People of Determination.
For more information on the new DIP 3S facility, please visit www.lexus.ae or call 800-LEXUS (800-53987).
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About Al-Futtaim – Lexus
Since its debut in 1989, Lexus has earned a worldwide reputation for high-quality products and exemplary customer service. Lexus is the hybrid leader among luxury brands, offering hybrid cars that provide the best in innovative technology and premier luxury.
The evolution of Lexus is reflected in the progressive designs of its new vehicles. The signature spindle grille, dynamic light treatments and sculptured lines create a distinctive look of luxury for Lexus. In the UAE, Lexus is exclusively distributed by Al-Futtaim Motors and has an extensive line-up of sedans, SUVs, a coupe and a high-performance car.
The sedan line-up includes CT, IS, ES, GS, GS h, LS and LS h while the SUV range includes the NX, RX and RX h, GX and LX. The coupe is RC and the F marque line produces RC F and GS F high-performance cars. For more details please visit www.lexus.ae ; and http://www.facebook.com/LexusAE
About Al-Futtaim Automotive
Al-Futtaim Automotive currently has a large portfolio of auto companies covering the full spectrum of automotive solutions, for both private customers and commercial interests. Spanning more than 25 global vehicle brands, its automotive businesses are located across over 170 physical locations covering the entire automotive value chain.
About Al-Futtaim
Established in the 1930s as a trading business, Al-Futtaim today is one of the most diversified and progressive, privately held regional businesses headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
Structured into four operating divisions; automotive, financial services, real estate and retail; employing more than 42,000 employees across 25 countries in the Middle East, Asia and Africa, we partner with over 200 of the world's most admired and innovative brands.
Al-Futtaim’s entrepreneurship and relentless customer focus enables the organisation to continue to grow and expand; responding to the changing needs of our customers within the societies in which we operate.
By upholding our values of respect, excellence, collaboration, integrity; Al-Futtaim continues to enrich the lives and aspirations of our customers each and every day. For more information visit: www.alfuttaim.com
For more information, please contact:
Lejo Johnny
Senior Account Manager | Impact Porter Novelli
Tel: +971 4 330 4030 E: 440 | Mobile: +971 50 453 7023 | Email: l.johnny@ipn.ae
Saeed Klaib
Senior Account Executive | Impact Porter Novelli
Tel: +971 4 330 4030 Ext: 423 | Mobile: +971 58 593 4333 | Email: s.klaib@ipn.ae
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