The brand Farm Fresh is established

Al Khayam Pharmacy opens

With the opening of Al Khayam Pharmacy, GMG enters the pharma industry to improve access to medicine in Dubai. A decade later, it was was rebranded to Supercare Pharmacy.

First Sun and Sand Sports store

Our story of sport begins with a flying shoe. While watching a football match, Abdul Aziz Baker found himself transfixed - not by the game itself, but by a flying shoe - the result of a ferocious free-kick. An idea was born instantly: to invite the best, most innovative sporting brands to Dubai's retail market.

1982 - GMG signs with Nike in the GCC region

GMG becomes the official distributor of Nike in the GCC region

Jumeirah Centre opens

Jumeirah Centre opens as the first indoor mall in the UAE.

The first Supercare Pharmacy

Supercare is created to be the primary choice for customers in search of a true family well-being destination.

Emirates British Nursery opens

Since opening its doors in 2000, Emirates British Nursery has become one of Dubai's leading childcare and pre-school education providers.

First Sun Coast store opens

Offering smart and cost-effective outdoor furniture solutions.

Signing of Saudi Arabia contract with Nike

GMG signs a contract with Nike to distribute apparel, footwear and accessories in Saudi Arabia. By 2010, GMG was already distributing Nike in the UAE, Oman, Qatar, Bahrain and Kuwait.

Acquisition of Nike stores

A new era begins as GMG acquires Nike stores from Sports Zone and Al Hokair.

The brand Trilogi is established

Trilogi, GMG’s logistics arm, launches with a third-party warehouse in Dubai Investment Park

GMG distribution expanded to Iraq

GMG expands further, entering Iraq by signing a contract with Nike​

GMG introduces e-commerce

The company’s digital journey to provide customers with a seamless shopping experience begins ​

Jordan flagship store opens in Middle East

The Jordan brand of shoes and athletic clothing are designed ‘for the love of the game’. At the heart of urban cool, the Jordan store in the Dubai Mall is the first flagship store in the Middle East.

Converse store opens

The popular sneakers, skating shoes, apparel, and accessories store opens its doors for authentic street style.

Basketbolista store opens

The UAE’s ballers bounce to Basketbolista for premium footwear, apparel and equipment.

Launch of Nu Athlete

Nu Athlete is a multi-sports brand concept, empowering the next generation of young athletes to succeed.

GMG Store Acquisition from Retail Corp

GMG further expands its network by acquiring 11 stores from Retail Corp.

Launch of new Trilogi mega distribution center

Trilogi Logistics is a state-of-the-art, energy-efficient, cold-chain, third-party logistics and food centre.

Nike Beacon launches in Dubai

The largest Nike store in the MENA region opens in the Dubai Mall.

Dropkick store opens

Home of the sneakerheads, trend-lovers and collectors craving the hottest drops. Dropkick is more than a store - it's a community. An identity. A lifestyle.

GMG acquires Royal Sporting House

With the acquisition, GMG enters into South-East Asia and North Africa regions.

Opening of new Saudi HQ office in Riyadh

GMG extends its long-term presence in Saudi Arabia with a new headquarters office, following the opening of a new mega-warehouse in Riyadh.

GMG makes significant strides in its omnichannel journey

In alignment with the company’s consumer-first values, it aims to provide customers with a seamless retail experience.

Global rebranding of GMG

GMG enters a new era by diversifying its business divisions with new global strategy.

New Era enters the GMG family

GMG announces exclusive partnership with New Era across the MENA region

GMG ventures into food retail

With the Géant acquisition from Urban Foods by Dubai Holding, GMG expands its Consumer Goods division.

GMG expands further into Asia

GMG and SUTL completed the acquisition for Nike stores in Singapore and Malaysia

GMG opens first-ever Monoprix in the UAE

GMG’s food retail portfolio expands further with the opening of Monoprix in the UAE

GMG launches ‘Make a Difference’ sustainability strategy framework

GMG makes a positive and transformative contribution to the environment and society through sustainability

GMG opens the world's 2nd largest Himalayan Pink Salt manufacturing facility in UAE

GMG contributes to the UAE’s national food agenda through its new manufacturing facility

GMG opens its new Southeast Asia headquarter in Malaysia

GMG’s headquarters in Malaysia enables the company to oversee operations in the region and pursue further expansion and growth.

GMG opens its new Africa headquarter

This move comes in line with GMG’s ambitious growth plans for Egypt.

GMG opens four new manufacturing units

GMG launches four state-of-the-art food manufacturing factories, covering a total of six product lines: meat, seafood, Himalayan pink salt, herbs and spices, sausages and cold cuts, and butchery and marination.

GMG announces the acquisition of aswaaq LLC

GMG’s food retail portfolio expands with aswaaq LLC , acquired from Investment Corporation of Dubai (ICD), the principal investment arm of the government of Dubai.

GMG signs exclusive deal with JD Sports

GMG to bring JD Sports, the world’s leading retailer of sports fashion to the Middle East.

Sun & Sand Sports (SSS) enters Asia

SSS goes global with the launch of store openings across Southeast Asia.

GMG opens its headquarters in Singapore

The opening of this office symbolizes GMG’s commitment to delivering unparalleled experiences and services to customers in Southeast Asia.

GMG’s Trilogi opens a new logistics centre

GMG launches a new logistics centre in Jafza, Dubai

GMG opens a Tech Hub in India

The new Tech Hub in India marks a significant milestone in GMG’s journey of pioneering innovation and transformation.

Nike Orchard Road

GMG inaugurated in Singapore the largest Nike store in Asia, outside of China.

GMG and VF Corporation extend partnership

GMG to expand VF Corporation footprint across MENA and SEA

GMG launches GMG Cares

Built around three key pillars—Planet, Community, and People—GMG Cares reinforces our dedication to making a positive impact on the planet, employees, communities and various stakeholders

GMG launches 2022-2023 Sustainability Report

GMG contributes to UAE’s Green Agenda-2030 by reducing over 2,000 tons of CO2 emissions

GMG opens first-ever JD store in the UAE

GMG’s Sports retail portfolio expands further with the opening of JD in the UAE

GMG signs partnership with Frasers Group

GMG signs 10-year strategic partnership with British retailer, Frasers Group to bring Sports Direct in the MENA region.

GMG and Amazon Announce Strategic Partnership

GMG and Amazon Announce Strategic Partnership to Expand Innovative Digital Retail Experiences for Customers across the Middle East and North Africa

GMG and DFRE Extend

Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment Announces an Extended Five-Year Association Partnership with GMG for Dubai Run

GMG's lauches Modora

GMG launches new indoor furniture concept Modora.

GMG opens first Sports Direct store in the UAE

GMG's sports retail portfolio expands with first Sports Direct store in Dubai in strategic collaboration with Frasers Group