New faces for Lviv residents: result of Forum Lviv shopping centre operation during the pandemic period

In 2020, Forum Lviv was able to attract new well-known brands: the Polish Ochnik chain, the Turkish shoe retailer FLO, the lingerie brand Intimissimi Uomo, as well as the first Under Armor and Tezenis in Lviv opened their first stores in Ukraine.

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Despite the challenges triggered by the COVID-19 pandemic and the ongoing quarantine restrictions, Forum Lviv shopping centre demonstrates a positive dynamic of key indicators and satisfactory performance. The occupancy rate of FORUM LVIV as of February 2021 is 99.6%, and the consumer basket in the second half of 2020 has increased by 20% compared to the same period last year.

SC brands portfolio was updated and additionally strengthened with brands that are new for Ukraine and Lviv. Among the key changes in the tenant mix of FORUM LVIV SC in 2020 it is worth mentioning the opening of the following first stores in Ukraine – famous Polish brand Ochnik, Turkish shoe brand FLO and Intimissimi Uomo. Under Armor and Tezenis opened their first stores in Lviv in FORUM LVIV.

Despite the fact that the footfall indicator after the lockdown in the spring of 2020 is lower compared to previous year, there is a tendency of the footfall increase on a monthly basis.

Forum Lviv Centre Manager Maryna Nesterenko comments: “We are proud that despite the challenges of 2020, Forum Lviv SC can offer Lviv residents to be the first ones in Ukraine to meet new respected international brands. In addition, it is crucial for us to continue to provide a unique experience of safe shopping and to further strengthen the loyalty of our customers. That is why, for their maximum comfort, FORUM LVIV became the first shopping centre in Ukraine to receive the SAFE GUARD international certificate in the field of safety and hygiene. We are grateful to Lviv residents and partners retailers for choosing our shopping centre – this is a true confirmation that Forum Lviv is the main fashion location and meeting place in Lviv”.

Reference information. Multi Ukraine developed and owns FORUM LVIV with two Ukrainian real estate partners, Galereja Centre and Bud House Group. The management of the FORUM LVIV SC is carried out by Multi Ukraine. FORUM LVIV covers an area of 69,000 sq.m with retail, restaurants, entertainment, a cinema and an underground car park. FORUM LVIV is a meeting point and fashion destination in the city of Lviv and has a unique mix of leading national and international brands.

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