Oman National Transport Company (OMTC)-Mwasalat is hosting the 7th United International Public Transport (UITP) MENA Assembly in Muscat from Feb. 12-16, 2017.
Being held with the support of Oman’s Ministry of Transport and Communications (MOTC), the assembly will focus on the new vision of public transport plan and objectives in the sultanate and will provide the chance to discuss different business opportunities through meetings with decision-makers.
Moreover, Mwasalat will present its future plans such as the long-term transport master plan, including new routes in other strategic cities, construction of public transport facilities and implementation of intelligent transport systems (ITS).
The United International Public Transport for Middle East and North Africa (UITP MENA) covers an extensive area extending from Morocco in northwest Africa to Iran in southwest Asia aiming to bring together all public transport stakeholders and all sustainable transport modes.
The Assembly is a bi-annual event staged to showcase the two-year achievements of the region.
Mwasalat is a permanent member of UITP since 1983, and is the leading public transport company in Oman.
“This will be a conference that focuses on the implementation of the vision of public transport in Oman and the region, combining private sectors, governments, technologists and global investors, to set up a team to develop the public transportation sector for a new beginning,” Ahmad Al-Bulushi, CEO, Mwasalat, said.
Following the UITP MENA board meeting on Feb. 12, a seminar will take place on Feb. 13, while three training days will be conducted from Feb. 14 to 16.
“We are pleased to have this event in Muscat to support the new vision of public transport plans. The assembly will be covering Mwasalat’s objectives and challenges as well,” said UITP Secretary General Alain Flausch and UITP MENA Chairman Khaled Al-Hogail.
ONTC to host 7th UITP MENA Assembly in Muscat
ONTC to host 7th UITP MENA Assembly in Muscat
LuLu opens two new stores in Riyadh and Dammam
LuLu Retail has further expanded its presence in Saudi Arabia with the unveiling of two state-of-the-art shopping destinations in Riyadh and Dammam. These new stores are designed to bring a modern shopping experience closer to residential neighborhoods, offering everything from daily groceries to household essentials under one roof.
The expansion includes a massive flagship hypermarket and a convenient express store, each tailored to meet the needs of the local community with high standards of service and variety.
Recently, Yusuffali M. A., chairman of LuLu Group, reaffirmed the group’s commitment to continuous growth while ensuring an uninterrupted supply of products and maintaining stable prices for customers.
The largest of the new openings is located in the Suwaidi district of Riyadh. This massive flagship hypermarket covers more than 400,000 square feet and is built to be a one-stop shop for the capital’s residents.
The store was officially inaugurated by Mohammed Khalid Al-Shalfan, investors relationship manager at the Ministry of Investment, and Matar Salem Ali Marran Al-Dhaheri, ambassador of the UAE to Saudi Arabia.
This new retail landmark features an extensive range of departments, including grocery food and non-food items, beauty and wellness, chilled and dairy products, frozen foods, and a roastery. Shoppers can also find fresh fruits, vegetables, a bakery, and a delicatessen, as well as fresh meat and fish sections. A unique feature is the fresh food dining area. For tech enthusiasts, there are dedicated sections for computers, gaming, telecom, mobile phones, and consumer electronics. The store also carries stationery, household goods, home furnishings, toys, luggage, and footwear, all supported by more than 100 parking spaces.
Meanwhile in Dammam, LuLu inaugurated a new LuLu Xpress store and the LOT, a value shopping destination, in the Faisaliya district. The store was officially inaugurated by Mansour Al-Binali, assistant director general of the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development for the Eastern Province.
Covering 33,000 square feet, the store includes a wide range of products with fresh food, local produce, and meat, along with a section for technical consumer goods featuring the latest electronics and gadgets.
The LOT Value Shop focuses on high-quality items at affordable prices. Residents can shop for household goods, home furnishings, stationery, toys, and educational products, most of which are priced below SR22 ($5.86).
For added convenience, the location provides nearly 100 parking spaces.
LuLu has launched special inaugural offers across all departments in both the Riyadh and Dammam stores. These promotions allow customers to enjoy significant savings on a wide range of products and international brands. This expansion reinforces LuLu’s commitment to supporting the Kingdom’s retail growth and providing quality service to neighborhoods across Saudi Arabia.
