(haipo) Aspen Group reported on Monday (23/6/26) that it has received a building permit to construct a commercial center on the ground level of Sammy Ofer Stadium in Haifa. The company is expected to begin construction work in the near future, and the commercial center is expected to open in early 2027. The company has signed agreements with several major anchor tenants.
A commercial, dining and leisure project covering an area of 7,500 square meters
The project covers an area of approximately 7,500 square meters and will include commercial, dining and leisure areas. The center is being established as part of a broad plan to transform the stadium environment into an active urban activity center throughout the week. The center is located in a strategic location in the heart of a sought-after neighborhood, close to the Matam complex and major transportation routes. As a reminder, at the end of 2024, Aspen Group won the tender for the construction and operation of commercial areas on the ground level of the stadium.
Rental agreements with leading chains
In parallel with the planning progress, the company completed a series of lease agreements with major anchor tenants. The Carrefour chain will lease an area of approximately 3,500 square meters, and the Vivino Group will establish a culinary complex of approximately 1,200 square meters that will include the group's brands Vivino, Zozobra and Delino. In addition, Aspen signed agreements with McDonald's, electrical warehouses and other chains. The combination of the diverse chains is expected to make the complex a significant commercial and entertainment destination in the area.
Aspen Group CEO: "Regional recreation and leisure center"
Shlomi Akrish, CEO of Aspen Group, He said that "this is no longer a commercial center in a stadium, but a regional entertainment and leisure center located in the heart of residential neighborhoods that will serve tens of thousands of residents, workers and visitors every day." Akrish added that "in addition to establishing the commercial center at Sammy Ofer Stadium, and in accordance with the company's strategy, Aspen is currently building and improving several commercial centers across the country."
Stadium CEO: "A significant step in realizing the vision"
Lior Perry, CEO of Sammy Ofer Stadium, welcomed the receipt of the building permit and said that "we see this as another significant step towards realizing our vision. The establishment of the commercial center at Sammy Ofer Stadium will contribute to strengthening the complex's status as a lively and vibrant center, combining sports, entertainment and commerce." Perry added that he is proud to "join the momentum of prosperity and flourishing of the area, and to continue working to make Sammy Ofer Stadium a major magnet for the residents of Haifa and the surrounding area."
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