Becomes the first Indian mall to be awarded at MAPIC~
New Delhi November 27, 2013: The largest upcoming retail destination of the country, DLF Mall of India has won the prestigious jury award ‘Retail Rising Star’ 2013 at the renowned international summit, MAPIC that held in Cannes, France recently. This is the first time ever that an Indian mall is rewarded at MAPIC. This is a real international recognition amongst the international retail property community, as MAPIC saw the presence of retailers, retail brands, developers from across 70 countries.
DLF Mall of India submitted the nominations for MAPIC Awards 2013 explaining the unique features of the iconic, innovative and breakthrough project helmed by DLF, the largest commercial real estate developer in India.The 1.9 million square feet retail destination that represented India was one amongst the four projects that were awarded the ‘Retail Rising Star’ jury award. The other three projects that were awarded to the iconic shopping centres hail from China, Brazil, and Russia.
Acknowledging the award, Pushpa Bector, Senior Vice President, Head (Leasing and Mall Management) said “It’s a great honor to be recognized as ‘Retail Shining Star’ by MAPIC as it not only acknowledges the premium contribution of DLF Mall of India to the development of the retail real estate industry in India but also highlights its know-how, talent and professionalism. We thank the jury for choosing DLF Mall of India as the retail rising star in the Indian region as it further adds to the credibility of the company and strengthens the ideology of DLF to constantly innovate, create and cater to the discerning consumers”
MAPIC which is the known as the Mecca of international retail gathering is the key meeting point for global retailers and developers to associate. The three day event that showcased the best projects from all over the world and acknowledged the premium innovative and out of league projects in various categories like city and shopping centers, factory outlets, leisure areas and transit zones. This year the summit marked the presence of 8,200 unique participants, 2,430 retailers, 400 new retail brands, 730 exhibiting companies from 70 countries all over the world representing 1,400 brands and 335 investment companies.
Pushpa Bector who received the award on behalf of DLF Mall of India at the MAPIC also participated in the panel discussion on opportunities for the global retailers in India as a speaker. Talking of the opportunities that the foreign brands will have in India, Pushpa Bector adds, “DLF Mall of India is the largest retail project till date and it is an ode to the dynamic Indian retail industry. Like all other DLF malls, this is poised to be a family destination offering not just shopping, but an unforgettable experience through unique tenant mix consisting of leading international and Indian fashion, entertainment and dining brands.”
The marvel retail destination, DLF Mall of India is modeled after best in class international flagship properties and is an eclectic ensemble of retail offerings spread across six levels of retail experience with zones clearly defined as Market Place, International Boulevard, The High Street, Family World and Leisure Land. The Mall would add many firsts to its portfolio such as:- more than 475 retail units, coupled with the largest indoor entertainment city spread over 2 levels – which would have 7 DT star screens and the largest food court with over 1200 seats. Yet another first to the project would be the presence of over 73 escalators and an express escalator to provide convenience and comfort while shopping.
As a recent development, DLF Mall of India has been granted the LEED Gold green building certification and that is scheduled for a launch in the first quarter of 2014. With the launch, the mall would welcome some of the renowned global brands for the very first time in the country. CCI Newswire
