Fourways Mall, South Africa’s largest shopping destination, is moving ahead with significant strategic upgrades and the introduction of an array of new retail brands.
With the recent appointment of Flanagan & Gerard Group and Moolman Group as strategic asset managers and property managers, the mall is enhancing the overall shopping experience with cutting-edge technology and customer-focused improvements.
Over the past six months, Fourways Mall has significantly increased its retail offerings. The introduction of 9,642m² of new brands and approximately 20,000m² of lease renewals marks a new chapter in its three decades of retail success.
To put this into perspective, the total new leases and renewals since 1 February 2024 are equivalent to the size of around 148 padel courts.
Since April, the mall has enriched its retail landscape with notable brands such as Yokico, Legends Barber, Boa Beauty, Valora Jewellery, Perfume Gallery, Crazy Store, Archive, Mr Price Home, Nedbank, Truewood Furniture, Sheet Street, Miladys, and Incredible Connection. Additionally, En Route Leather and Luggage has expanded its store.
The momentum continues with Le Creuset Factory to Table arriving in September, followed by high-profile tenants like Converse, Polo Sport, Carrol Boyes, ValueCo, Tactical HQ, Match Padel, Xpresso Café, Tasko’s Sweets, and Uniq.
These new additions will open throughout 2024, with Planet Fitness and more exciting names joining in early 2025.
Paul Gerard, MD of Flanagan & Gerard, highlights the significance of these developments: “Our leasing strategy has been focused on bringing in brands that resonate with shoppers and elevate the overall experience. The impressive pace of new leases and renewals — averaging 144sqm per day over the past 29 weeks — demonstrates our commitment to ensuring Fourways Mall’s position as a leading retail destination in South Africa.”
Innovative Upgrades
In addition to the expanding retail mix, Fourways Mall is making substantial investments in infrastructure and technology to enhance customer convenience and experience.
Noteworthy upgrades include installing energy-efficient lighting across all parking levels, creating brighter and safer environments for shoppers.
The mall has also improved lighting in key areas, such as the food court and its truck delivery tunnel, creating a more welcoming atmosphere throughout.
A major added convenience is the introduction of the admyt ticketless parking system, which launched on 16 August.
This advanced system uses license plate recognition and smartphone technology to offer a streamlined, paperless parking experience, eliminating the need for tickets and cash, reducing congestion, and improving the shopper experience.
Pieter Lombaard, CEO of Moolman Group, said: “The tactical upgrades we’re implementing are designed to not only improve operational efficiency but also to create a shopping environment that is modern, convenient, and aligned with the expectations of today’s consumers. Retail enhancements, infrastructure upgrades, and technological innovations are important to achieving this vision.”
Another enhanced feature enriching the shopping experience is the recent installation of free Wi-Fi throughout the mall.
Enhancing Visitor Convenience
The mall has upgraded its northern parking deck, located at the entertainment entrance. The new parking entrance at the main entertainment area offers an improved sense of arrival and now features four additional traffic lanes - two for entry and two for exit.
In addition to improved traffic flow, enhancements include better lighting, clearer signage, and a colour identity for each level - all aimed at making visits to the mall more convenient.
The recently launched VIP parking area provides customers with wider bays, enhanced lighting, and easy access to popular tenants like Woolworths, all at no extra cost. This premium parking option reflects the mall’s commitment to offering added value to its visitors.
More Still to Come
Fourways Mall’s journey of transformation is far from over, with future developments and new retail offerings on the horizon.
“Every step in the new direction for Fourways Mall builds momentum. The support from its neighbourhood, shoppers, tenants and many others is amazing - their excitement for the future of the mall keeps growing," said Gerard. "Fourways Mall holds a special place in many hearts, and this inspires us every day. "
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