RUMOURS At 9am this morning, Baywest Mall, with the cooperation of the South African Police Service, executed an emergency drill involving the full evacuation of the centre. The aim of the drill was to test the mall’s readiness in the event of a security threat. The drill commenced with a mock threat about a “bomb” in the food court, which was made via telephone to centre management. The centre management team immediately alerted SAPS via the 10111 emergency call centre and all tenants and … [Read more...] about Rumours of a bomb at local mall, where ….
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Rebosis Property Fund’s flagship mall announces robust growth amidst “challenging” economy
Port Elizabeth: A new trend to Eastern Cape retail – that of late-night shopping – appears to have been key to ensuring that the province's largest mall experienced its best holiday trading since opening in mid-2015. With the new school year firmly underway, Baywest Mall general manager Troy Zunckel announced that the mall's decision to open its retailers' doors until 9pm leading up to Christmas had been the right move. Then mall's entertainment wing and restaurants stayed open until … [Read more...] about Rebosis Property Fund’s flagship mall announces robust growth amidst “challenging” economy
Bay braced for brisk trade with extended trading hours
Port Elizabeth - Despite a sluggish national economy and threatened ratings downgrades, experts say Nelson Mandela Bay retailers have nothing to fear in terms of consumer spending this festive season. While the economy was tightening at a macro-level, NMMU economist Professor Ronney Ncwadi said these realities were not yet reflected at a local level. "At this time of year, a number of private firms pay bonuses to their employees, while members of stokvels and social savings clubs also … [Read more...] about Bay braced for brisk trade with extended trading hours
Almost as good as diamonds on the soles of your shoes!
Baywest Mall has paired up with international sneaker brand Superga to create a one-of-a-kind, South African-inspired shoe for one lucky shopper in celebration of Heritage Month. The promotion, which is unique to South Africa, will see members of the public submitting their own hand- or computer-drawn designs via the mall's Facebook and Instagram platforms. The chosen design will be transformed into a personalised Superga 2750 Classic shoe, valued at R1 250, by Johannesburg-based graffiti … [Read more...] about Almost as good as diamonds on the soles of your shoes!
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Join Port Elizabeth and MyPE in congratulating Mover and Shaker, Troy Zunckel from Baywest Mall: The Eastern Cape retail sector is set to benefit from key global insights when South African expatriate Troy Zunckel returns to the country after more than a decade of international retail experience in Dubai. Zunckel heads to Port Elizabeth's R2-billion Baywest Mall in April, taking the reins from outgoing GM Sonja de Necker, who will be taking up a fresh retail challenge in Lagos, Nigeria, at … [Read more...] about Troy Zunckel
New trading benchmark for local mega mall
Nelson Mandela Bay's newest shopping and entertainment destination, Baywest Mall, put itself firmly on the map this festive season, setting record trading figures for the month of December. The mall, which opened its doors in May last year, counted a total footfall of 832 958 for December, equating to a 26% increase on the previous benchmark achieved in its first month of trade. "We couldn't have asked for a more successful opening festive season," said Baywest marketing manager Samantha … [Read more...] about New trading benchmark for local mega mall
The Ice Rink launches training academy and ice hockey programme
The launch of the Eastern Cape's only ice hockey training academy and ice hockey programme at Baywest Mall this week is set to put the province back on the competitive ice skating map, say organisers. Starting this Saturday (August 1), The Ice Rink at Baywest Mall will begin its eight-week training academy aimed at helping skating novices - child or adult - get to grips with the ice, while at the same time scouting for skating talent in the region. "Many skaters haven't been on the ice for … [Read more...] about The Ice Rink launches training academy and ice hockey programme
New PE Jewellery Concept Store
Pandora jewellery is proud to announce the opening of its new Concept Store at Bay West Shopping Centre, Port Elizabeth. The Scandinavian inspired, feminine and stylish design of the new store acts as the perfect setting for the beautiful jewellery universe. PANDORA is one of the world's largest jewellery bands, renowned for its high quality and hand-finished jewellery at affordable prices. PANDORA designs, manufactures and markets contemporary jewellery, which combines traditional … [Read more...] about New PE Jewellery Concept Store
One of SA’s most advanced malls
Not only will the Eastern Cape's newest and largest ever entertainment and retail centre span the size of 22 rugby fields, but architects have made sure that when Baywest Mall opens on May 21st it will be one of the country's most enjoyable and futuristic shopping centres. Quick access criss-cross corridors linking shoppers to both sides of the oval-shaped mall, one of the country's largest screens in the food court at 24m², and restaurants with table heights to accommodate shoppers in … [Read more...] about One of SA’s most advanced malls
Ice Skating fun returns to Port Elizabeth
The imminent opening of what will be the Eastern Cape's only ice rink - located within the Fun Factory zone of the R1.7bn Baywest Mall - has skating enthusiasts, schools and families eager to hit the ice for good, clean and safe entertainment. Dave Rodger, owner of the Ice Rink Company which will manage the operation said that while the primary function of the rink was to provide a venue for entertainment and social activity, the secondary aim was to identify and grow skating talent within … [Read more...] about Ice Skating fun returns to Port Elizabeth
Giant Mall races for May 21 opening
Baywest Mall, the Eastern Cape's largest and most anticipated retail and entertainment centre, is upping the ante among the region's retailers by introducing major high-end brands to the province when the mall opens its doors on May 21. With more than 250 exciting outlets, the R1.7 billion super regional mall announced it had secured major fashion and entertainment firsts for the province ahead of its grand opening next month. Announcing the major coup for Eastern Cape retail, Baywest Mall … [Read more...] about Giant Mall races for May 21 opening
Port Elizabeth’s first step to Smart City status?
Developers of the R1.7bn Baywest Mall in Port Elizabeth's western suburbs have signed a landmark deal with South Africa's largest mobile communication provider, Vodacom, signalling a watershed moment in the development of "smart cities" throughout the country. The deal will see Vodacom light the entire high speed fibre optic backbone of the 320 hectare Baywest City development, providing high speed internet to Baywest Mall tenants and shoppers alike. By lighting the network, Vodacom will be … [Read more...] about Port Elizabeth’s first step to Smart City status?
Innovative developments on region’s biggest N2 roads project in a decade
Developers of the R300m Baywest road network, the largest roads project in the Nelson Mandela Bay region in more than 10 years, on Friday (July 4) began meticulously placing the first of the 70-ton concrete beams which make up the bridge linking two sides of Port Elizabeth across the N2 freeway. The double bridge was specifically designed to reduce construction time while ensuring maximum safety for the contractor and road users during the construction period. Basil Read, which was awarded … [Read more...] about Innovative developments on region’s biggest N2 roads project in a decade
Iconic Apple Express revival could see shoppers transported by train to mega mall
Plans are afoot to introduce custom-built 'green' trains - either solar or liquefied petroleum gas-powered - which will run daily along the iconic Apple Express railway line between the city's beachfront and the R1.7bn Baywest Mall. The non-profit organisation (NPO) behind the move, Apple Express Rail, is also lobbying Transnet to be allowed the full use of the 285-km line on concession, with plans to not only fully rehabilitate the train track using private funding, but in the process boost … [Read more...] about Iconic Apple Express revival could see shoppers transported by train to mega mall
Secure ‘smart village’ will be underpinned by fibre optic backbone
A "smart village" connected by a high-tech fibre optic infrastructure, state-of-the-art security features and modern architecture, complemented by a private school, a hospital, retail outlets and office parks is the future for Nelson Mandela Bay's 320 hectare Baywest City development - of which the R1.7-billion Baywest Mall is the catalyst - mapped out by Baywest MD Gavin Blows. Blows, speaking at a meeting of Nelson Mandela Bay Business Chamber members recently, said Baywest City would be a … [Read more...] about Secure ‘smart village’ will be underpinned by fibre optic backbone
