Sobha Group, a real estate developer, announced a significant investment of Dh450 million for a new facility in Dubai Industrial City (DIC). This second furniture factory, spanning 84,000 square meters, with 50,000 square meters of built-up space, aims to cater to both local and export markets, manufacturing various furniture items including couches, seats, armchairs, beds, and cabinets.
The establishment aligns with DIC’s initiatives like “Make it in the Emirates,” boosting the regional industrial sector. PNC Menon, founder and chairman of Sobha Group, expressed pride in contributing to Dubai’s and the UAE’s manufacturing landscape. CEO of Sobha Furniture, Carlo Magistretti, emphasized their commitment to surpassing global standards in furniture manufacturing, highlighting the investment’s focus on innovation and quality.
Located in Dubai Industrial City, the facility promises synergies with Sobha Furniture’s existing facility in KEZAD, Abu Dhabi, further bolstering its manufacturing capabilities.