Sharjah Holding, a partnership between Majid Al Futtaim-Properties and Sharjah Asset Management, inaugurated the $15.25m (AED56m) extension of Matajer Al Juraina in Sharjah.

The expansion includes 16 new brands and restaurants, increasing the community mall’s size by a third, from 6,000m2 to 9,000m2.

The mall currently houses 51 stores, up from 35, and the carpark now has 281 spaces for visitors.

Ghaith Shocair, chief executive officer, shopping malls, Majid Al Futtaim – Properties said: “The expansion and upgrade of Matajer Al Juraina highlights our focus on serving the everyday needs of surrounding areas by broadening the range of dining and retail options on offer, making our parking more accessible, and enhancing the overall community mall experience.”