Dubai Optical Competitors

Welcome to Al Tayer Group! Established in 1979, we are among the most respected, successful, and dynamic companies in the Middle East. We operate nearly 200 stores in 6 countries in the region, with the head office in Dubai, UAE. Our portfolio includes some of the world’s most prestigious and well-known retail, beauty and automotive brands, including Armani, Bvlgari, Banana Republic, Gap, Harvey Nichols, Bloomingdale’s, Aveda, Kiehl’s, Ford, Ferrari and Maserati. We have expanded our retail offering into the e-commerce space through our innovative shopping portal, Ounass. Our portfolio extends to hospitality as well, offering irresistible experiences, with brands such as Caffé Nero, Armani Caffé and Magnolia Bakery, among others. In addition, Al Tayer Group has interests in a number of other industries in the region, including engineering, real estate and interior contracting. We have a diversified workforce of over 8,000 people from over 100 countries who contribute to our success. We pride ourselves on recruiting the best global talent to join our team of professionals, fostering a culture of diversity.

Headquarter in Abu Dhabi One of the biggest Indian-owned conglomerates in the Gulf Varied businesses operating in 15 countries spread over 3 continents Employing more than 58,000 people from over 29 countries Operates popular brands of retail chain stores that include the renowned Lulu chain of supermarkets, department stores, hypermarkets and now shopping malls. Group's retail chains cater to over 500,000 customers everyday The Group enjoys over 32% of the total retail market share within the GCC

Grand Optics was established in 1997, by Mr. Shawqi Ghanim, with the vision to be different and give shopping of optical a whole new delightful and memorable experience. Grand Optics started with one store in Deira City Center Dubai and in just 14 years it has around 50 exclusive concept stores in 7 countries. It has 19 branches in Dubai and 9 in other emirates, making it one of the largest optical retail chain in UAE. With the vision to be different and mission to satisfy, Grand Optics has emerged as a recognized leader in providing professional eye care using state‐of‐the‐art equipment and highly qualified staff.Grand Optics is looking forward to increase its presence in Middle East as a first priority and explore and utilize opportunities outside the Middle East in future to serve its large customer base.