Nobu Hospitality has partnered with Bahrain-based Infracorp to develop a new luxury destination featuring a Nobu hotel, restaurant and branded residences at Marina Bay, Reef Island, marking the brand's entry into Bahrain.

Spanning approximately 51,000 square metres of gross floor area, the waterfront development will combine luxury accommodation, dining and residential facilities, with completion expected to take place over three years.

The project will introduce Nobu's Japanese-inspired design, signature cuisine and personalised hospitality experience to Bahrain, further supporting the Kingdom's luxury tourism and hospitality sector.

The agreement was formalised during a signing ceremony at Infracorp's headquarters in Manama, attended by Fatima Al Sairaifi, Minister of Tourism and Chairperson of the Bahrain Tourism and Exhibitions Authority (BTEA).

The agreement was signed by Talal Al Mahroos, CEO of Infracorp, and Trevor Horwell, CEO of Nobu Hospitality.

Al Sairaifi stated: "We welcome Nobu Hospitality's decision to enter the Bahraini market through its partnership with Infracorp. Cooperation between the Government and the private sector is central to Bahrain's Tourism Strategy. We work closely with Bahrain EDB and local developers to identify opportunities for leading international brands to establish a presence in the Kingdom. The planned Nobu destination at Marina Bay is an example of what that cooperation can achieve. It will broaden Bahrain's luxury hospitality and dining offering and strengthen the Kingdom's position as a regional tourism hub."

Al Mahroos said: "We are proud to partner with Nobu Hospitality on this important addition to Marina Bay. The partnership reflects our ambition to create distinctive destinations that bring together exceptional hospitality, design and waterfront living. Nobu's global reputation and unique approach to luxury make it a natural fit for Marina Bay, and we look forward to bringing this vision to life in Bahrain."

Horwell commented: "Bahrain represents an exciting new chapter for Nobu as we continue to expand our presence in the Middle East. Our focus has always been on creating experiences that bring together exceptional cuisine, thoughtful design, and personalised service. With Infracorp, we have an opportunity to introduce this approach to a new market while embracing the local character and culture. We believe Bahrain has tremendous potential, and we're pleased to be a part of this evolving hospitality landscape." -TradeArabia News Service