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O Mall Al Alamein is situated at Km 112 on the Alex-Matrouh Desert Road, adjacent to El Masa Hotel in New Alamein, Egypt, an emerging planned coastal city developed as a smart urban hub on the Mediterranean North Coast. Opened in 2022, the mall spans approximately 20,000 square meters of gross leasable area (GLA) and serves as the first shopping center in the area, owned and managed by the National Authority for Management of New Urban Communities (NAMI).

It features 300 parking spaces and targets a mix of local residents, seasonal tourists, and nearby resort visitors. Anchor tenants include Saudi Hypermarket for groceries and Vox Cinema for entertainment, supporting categories like fashion, dining, and home goods. Visitor motivations show 40% for shopping, 35% for dining, and 25% for home decor, with average monthly footfall at 4,166, reflecting moderate traffic in a developing market.

The tenant mix emphasizes everyday retail but shows consumer demand for enhancements in family-oriented amenities, international cuisine, and trendy fashion options. Leasing opportunities arise from its pioneer status in a growing city projected to house over 1 million residents by 2030, with Egypt's retail sector expanding to $149.7 billion in sales by 2025. However, coastal retail faces seasonal fluctuations, with vacancy rates around 20-30% in the North Coast region.

Rent levels align with emerging markets, estimated at EGP 1,000-1,500 per square meter annually, lower than Cairo's 940 EGP per square meter monthly averages.

Accessibility via major highways is strong, but ongoing infrastructure development may pose temporary disruptions. The demographic profile includes middle to upper-middle class families and young professionals, drawn by affordable coastal living and tourism.

Operational quality is modern given its recent build, though competition from nearby projects like Palm Hills New Alamein Mall and North Square could intensify. Risks include market saturation from rapid supply growth and dependence on tourism recovery post-economic challenges in Egypt.

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Monday10:00 AM — 12:00 AM
Tuesday10:00 AM — 12:00 AM
Wednesday10:00 AM — 12:00 AM
Thursday10:00 AM — 12:00 AM
Friday10:00 AM — 12:00 AM
Saturday10:00 AM — 12:00 AM
Sunday10:00 AM — 12:00 AM
Holiday Hours

Hours may vary on public holidays. Check with individual stores for specific holiday schedules.

Km 112 Alex Matrouh Desert Rd., Beside El Masa Hotel, New Alamein, Egypt

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Demographics and Footfall

New Alamein attracts a demographic of middle to upper-middle income families, young professionals, and seasonal tourists, with the city's population expected to reach 1 million by 2030 as part of Egypt's urban expansion plans. O Mall benefits from this growth, recording average monthly footfall of 4,166 visitors, primarily locals from nearby resorts and the developing urban core. However, traffic is seasonal, peaking in summer due to North Coast tourism, which could lead to inconsistent performance for non-essential retail tenants. Proximity to beaches enhances appeal for leisure-oriented shopping, but limited public transport options may restrict broader accessibility for lower-income segments.

Tenant Mix and Occupancy

The tenant mix at O Mall centers on anchors like Saudi Hypermarket and Vox Cinema, providing essential grocery and entertainment draws, supplemented by fashion outlets, dining, and home decor stores. Consumer feedback indicates opportunities to bolster family amenities, diverse international dining, and sustainable fashion to meet demands from young adults and families. Occupancy specifics are not publicly detailed, but regional coastal malls average 85-90%, with North Coast vacancies at 20-30% amid supply growth. Leasing terms offer flexibility for new entrants in underserved categories, though competition from emerging malls like Palm Hills could pressure occupancy if tenant curation lags.

Market Position and Risks

As the inaugural mall in New Alamein, O Mall holds a strong pioneer position in an underserved market, capitalizing on the area's transformation into a residential and tourist hub with improving infrastructure. Rent levels range from EGP 1,000-1,500 per square meter annually, competitive for emerging coastal retail compared to urban centers. Strengths include modern facilities and highway access, but risks encompass economic volatility in Egypt, seasonal demand fluctuations, and potential oversupply from projects like Downtown New Alamein Commercial. Aging infrastructure is not an issue given the 2022 opening, yet market saturation and competition may challenge long-term performance without diversified tenant strategies.

Building Details

Property Type
Shopping Centre
Gross Leasable Area
20,000
Year Built
2022
Parking Spaces
500
Average Monthly Footfall
62,500
Owner
National Authority for Management of New Urban Communities (NAMI)
Anchor Tenants
Saudi Hypermarket,Vox Cinema

Detailed Market Analytics

Primary Catchment Area
5 km radius
Secondary Catchment Area
20 km radius
Catchment area population
150,000 People
Population growth rate
8.0 %
Median age
28 Years
Household size
3.5 Persons
Education level (tertiary)
35.0 %

Median household income
12,000 EGP per month
Unemployment rate
7.5 %
Cost of living index
45 Index (US=100)

Retail spending per capita
1,200 USD per year
Spending on apparel
250 USD per year
Spending on groceries
450 USD per year
Spending on electronics
150 USD per year

Annual foot traffic
750,000 Visitors
Dwell time
2 Hours
Conversion rate
25.0 %
Sales per square meter
5,000 USD per year

Number of retail stores
60 Stores
Anchor tenant presence
Yes
Competitor density (same category)
Low
Tenant diversity
High
Unique Concepts
Cinema and supermarkets

Gross Leasable Area
20,000 sqm
Number of Levels
2 Levels
Average rent per square meter
400 EGP per month
Vacancy rate
10.0 %
Lease term flexibility
Flexible
Available retail space
2,000 sqm

Proximity to main roads
Direct access
Public transport access
Moderate
Parking spaces
500 Spaces
Pedestrian traffic
High

E-commerce competition
Growing
Click-and-collect adoption
20.0 %
Internet penetration
70.0 %

Retail crime rate
Low
Security measures
CCTV and guards

Promotional events
Frequent
Loyalty program penetration
15.0 %
Digital signage presence
Yes

Projected foot traffic growth
15.0 %
New tenant pipeline
Ongoing
Mall expansion plans
Planned
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