PrimeMart Announces Opening Dates for First Stores in Bahrain and Qatar, Continues Regional Expansion

Primark, the global leading fashion retail company known for its affordable, high-value collections of clothing and everyday essentials, has announced the opening dates of its first stores in Bahrain and Qatar, in partnership with the Alshaya Group. Bahraini customers will experience Primark for the first time when the brand’s store opens at City Centre Bahrain on September 23, 2026, followed by the launch of Primark’s first store in Qatar at Doha Festival City on October 29, 2026.

These openings will bring Primark’s distinctive experience to new customers in the region, offering collections that combine the latest fashion trends with the everyday essentials and exceptional value the brand is known for. Opening days will feature a range of entertainment activities, gifts, and special events, creating an atmosphere that reflects the energy and excitement characteristic of the Primark shopping experience.

In the United Arab Emirates, Primark continues to invest in strengthening its presence, with an upcoming expansion of its store at The Mall of the Emirates scheduled for November 2026. The new floor will add a significantly expanded range of men’s fashion and Primark Home products, alongside an increased retail space on the first floor, providing customers with a wider selection and greater availability of women’s and children’s clothing, accessories, and cosmetics.

Commenting on the occasion, Gansham Bendoria, Vice President of Primark Middle East, said: “We are delighted to bring the Primark experience to our customers in Bahrain and Qatar for the first time. These openings go beyond simply launching new stores; they offer distinctive destinations that allow customers to discover fashion, cosmetics, and home essentials at exceptional value. We are grateful to the many customers who have waited for Primark’s arrival in their markets, and we look forward with enthusiasm to welcoming them to our new stores.”

As part of its continued growth plans, Primark will expand its presence across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries in 2027.