Sterilisation underway at Abu Dhabi malls because they prepare to reopen to the general public

Malls in Abu Dhabi are preparing to reopen to the public, undertaking several sterilisation measures to ensure the health insurance and safety of customers.

While a date for reopening is yet to be announced, it really is expected that stores will soon recommence procedure at a limited capacity, consistent with new rules implemented in Dubai this week.

LuLu Group, which operates several malls in the capital including Khalidiyah Mall, Mushrif Mall, Al Wahda Mall, Mazyad Mall, Al Raha Mall, Madinat Zayed Shopping Centre, Barari Outlet Mall and Al Foah Mall, has released a number of images showing its malls being deep cleaned within the ongoing national sterilisation programme.

The group says preparations are being made to welcome back shoppers in line with the directives of authorities in Abu Dhabi. “We will work very closely with various authorities to implement the best standards of health and safety measures,” says Wajeb Khoury, director of line investments. “Every touchpoint and nook and corner of our malls are being deep cleaned and sanitised to ensure the safety of our customers and staff.”

LuLu Group is also offering employees of its malls and tenants medical check-ups in coordination with Seha at its designated Covid-19 testing center. So far, a lot more than 5,000 staff have been screened.

“While thanking the city for almost all their support, I humbly urge them to check out all the safety protocols such as for example social distancing, wearing of masks and gloves every time they choose shopping,” adds Khoury.

A number of malls in Dubai, including the Dubai Mall and Mall of the Emirates, are reopening this week, operating at a strict 30 % capacity and with amended opening hours. Malls will most probably from noon to 10pm, while entertainment options such as for example cinemas will stay closed. Sanitisation tunnels will be installed in the bigger malls for key workers, such as for example delivery drivers. High-touch points will be sterilised at least every 30 minutes.