The Galleria Al Maryah Island

The Galleria Al Maryah is the focal point on Abu Dhabi’s international financial district Al Maryah Island. With more than 200,000 square metres of floorspace, the mall features over 400 stores and 100 restaurants, bringing together retail, luxury and dining and lifestyle experiences in a contemporary urban setting.

Throughout the development process, Cistri provided multiple rounds of economic advice to support our client, Gulf Related, in the lead-up to the mall opening.

Our work included independent research into the mall’s trade area potential and tourist spending opportunities, alongside the broader retail competitor landscape. We also delivered forecasts examining the sales and income potential of the development to help inform strategic and commercial decision-making.

Through data-driven analysis and market insights, we helped support the delivery of a destination designed to strengthen Abu Dhabi’s position as a leading lifestyle and retail hub within the UAE and the wider region.

The project highlights the importance of evidence-based economic advice in shaping commercially successful and internationally competitive urban destinations.