The «Global UA» shopping and entertainment center in Zhytomyr plans significant expansion. The construction of the second phase is set to add an additional 19,590 square meters to the existing space. After this phase is completed, the total area of the shopping center will reach 142,000 square meters, making it the largest facility of its kind in the region. The opening of the new part of the shopping center is expected in 2026–2027.
This is reported by Business • Media
New Tenants and Development of Retail Outlets
The second phase of «Global UA» will feature well-known international and Ukrainian brands, including Auchan, Sinsay, Reserved, LC Waikiki, Comfy, «Foxtrot», Jysk, McDonald’s, KFC, and others. This will allow for an expanded range of products and services for visitors and create new opportunities for retail development in Zhytomyr.
The Situation at the Capital’s Ocean Plaza and the Renovation of «Silpo»
The capital’s Ocean Plaza shopping and entertainment center is working on bringing back stores from the Polish LPP group, which includes brands such as Reserved, Cropp, and House. These brands had previously ceased operations in this shopping center. Ocean Plaza is currently facing a tenant exodus due to the challenging economic situation in the country. The vacancy rate for retail space in the center remains at 12-13%.
“The Zhytomyr shopping center ‘Global UA’ plans to build a second phase covering 19,590 square meters. With this expansion, the shopping center will become the largest in the region with a total area of 142,000 square meters”.
Additionally, the «Silpo» supermarket chain has opened a renovated store in the «Family» shopping center in Odesa. The new facility features a unique design that combines a maritime theme with a modern artistic style of fluid art, creating a special atmosphere for shoppers.