LuLu chairman hails Saudi reforms at FII 2019

LuLu Group Chairman and Managing Director Yusuff Ali M.A. greets King Salman during a lunch hosted last week in honor of Prime Minister of India Narendra Modi at Al-Yamamah Palace, Riyadh.
Updated 04 November 2019
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LuLu chairman hails Saudi reforms at FII 2019

One of the region’s top retailers, LuLu Group, a strategic partner of Future Investment Initiative (FII) 2019, has unveiled its future plans for the Kingdom at the annual forum in Riyadh. Speaking at the session “The Sky’s the Limit: How will Infrastructure Investments Reinvent Communities and Turbocharge the Global Economy?” LuLu Group Chairman and Managing Director Yusuff Ali M.A. hailed the innovative and farsighted vision of the Saudi leadership.
He said the various initiatives both in the economic as well as socio-cultural sectors being initiated by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman are yielding the right results. “Saudi Arabia is fast becoming the economic and investment hub of the region and entire world is looking at Saudi Arabia in a whole new perceptive,” he said.
LuLu Group, which has 38 hypermarkets, supermarkets and shopping malls across the Kingdom, is looking to expand its footprint in Saudi Arabia with 10 more hypermarkets and supermarkets in different regions of the country.
Lulu will soon be launching a next-gen online shopping app, which will offer highest quality products at competitive prices, coupled with the convenience of shopping from the comfort of the home.

Saudi Arabia is fast becoming the economic and investment hub of the region and entire world is looking at Saudi Arabia in a whole new perceptive.

Yusuff Ali M.A., LuLu Group Chairman and Managing Director

LuLu Hypermarket, one of the largest retailers in the region, recently celebrated the group’s 10th anniversary in the Kingdom.
With 180 stores operating worldwide, LuLu aims to provide and sustain the supply of global products at the best rates. It is one of the favorite shopping destinations of both locals and expatriates in the Kingdom.
LuLu is the fastest growing retail chain across 10 countries that include the GCC, India, Egypt, Indonesia, and Malaysia. It is one of the Middle East’s top employers with a workforce numbering at more than 55,000.


LuLu expands specialty coffee footprint in KSA with Sulalat

Updated 24 January 2026
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LuLu expands specialty coffee footprint in KSA with Sulalat

LuLu Group has signed a landmark MoU with Sulalat Coffee during the 5th edition of World of Coffee Dubai trade show. This exclusive retail partnership is designed to enhance the specialty coffee offerings across LuLu Hypermarkets in Saudi Arabia, meeting the growing demand for premium coffee experiences within the region.
The agreement was signed by Mohamed Haris, director, Saudi Arabia, LuLu Group, and Abdulelah Al-Murqi, marketing director, Sulalat Coffee. Through this collaboration, LuLu Group will provide a dedicated platform for Sulalat’s specialty-grade beans, which are globally sourced and roasted in Riyadh. This initiative ensures that world-class coffee quality, previously reserved for niche aficionados, is now readily accessible to coffee lovers throughout the Kingdom.
By partnering with Sulalat Coffee, LuLu Group is integrating artisanal expertise with large-scale retail excellence. Sulalat has been a pioneer in the specialty coffee movement in the region, and this partnership allows LuLu to showcase unique varieties and professional-grade roasting. The collaboration reflects a shared vision to celebrate the thriving local coffee culture and deliver an unparalleled selection of premium products to everyday consumers.
In alignment with Saudi Vision 2030, this partnership reinforces LuLu Group’s commitment to empowering homegrown brands and fostering economic diversification within the Kingdom. By providing a global stage for local excellence at events like World of Coffee Dubai, LuLu continues to support the growth of a vibrant private sector and a sustainable retail ecosystem.
As the premier platform for the industry, World of Coffee Dubai 2026 highlights the rapid growth and innovation within the regional coffee scene. With the event attracting more than 17,000 visitors and hundreds of global exhibitors, it provides a vital stage for industry leaders to connect.