Suntec City shopping centre has officially reopened after its $410 million conversion into a “more vibrant and exciting destination”.
The ARA Trust Management (Suntec), which manages the mall on behalf of owner Suntec Real Estate Investment Trust, says the combined retail centre and convention destination has enhanced its “City within a city” reputation.
The redevelopment kicked off back in 2012 and was completed in June of this year. It involved the eviction of a number of low-yielding tenants and the conversion of levels one and two of the lower two levels of Suntec Singapore Convention & Exhibition Centre into retail space, boosting the retail footprint from 79,000 sqm to 89,000 sqm.
After the revamp, Suntec City has repositioned itself as “an exciting, lifestyle destination” offering a carefully selected range of specialty retail stores, new food and beverage concepts, and entertainment options.
“What sets us apart is our diverse retail mix and unique dining experiences,” said Yeo See Kiat, Suntec CEO.
At the new Sky Garden, diners can enjoy both alfresco and indoor dining ambience, overlooking the civic and cultural district on one side and the iconic Fountain of Wealth on the other.
“From the West Wing’s fast fashion labels to the East Wing’s concentration of family-centric and entertainment options, such as the 11-screen Golden Village cineplex (which includes three Gold Class screens); and tourist attractions like Alive Museum and Duck & Hippo tour, this eclectic mix appeals to both local visitors and tourists,” he said.
The recently unveiled North Wing is built on a theme of “enhanced lifestyle” and houses a mix of tenants who offer a diverse range of merchandise, including the gourmands’ market Pasarbella, and the debut of Mporium, dedicated to Asian designers.
Adds Yeo: “With a plethora of retail, lifestyle, entertainment and dining options, Suntec City is a city for everyone, complementing the myriad of attractions in the Marina Bay precinct.”
An official opening ceremony for Suntec City last week was graced by Tan Chuan-Jin, Minister for Social and Family Development, and witnessed by guests from leading businesses, financial institutions and key government agencies.
