$25 million retail and supermarket complex to open in Nadi

New retail and supermarket complex worth $25 million in Nadi is anticipated to be completed by the end of 2024.

Managing Director of Vuvale Restaurants (Fiji) Ltd Marc McElrath says the development will bring a new shopping and retail experience for residents in Nadi.

He says the new complex is just one of several projects the company has undertaken in recent years.

McElrath says the company will open a new McDonald's outlet in Nakasi and has plans to develop another in Lami with a new distribution centre already in construction in Lautoka.

He says they are very confident with Fiji as there is a lot of construction currently underway in the country and are hoping to bring in more new jobs and investments into the country that will hopefully translate into better standards for restaurants and food facilities.

While welcoming the Vuvale Restaurants' continued investment in Fiji, Investment Fiji Chief Executive Officer Kamal Chetty says the project is a significant example of the positive impact of local direct investment on our economy.

He says this will create jobs, boost economic activity, and contribute to the transfer of knowledge and expertise.

Chetty says that Investment Fiji has played a key role in facilitating Vuvale Restaurants (Fiji) Ltd projects in Fiji and through continuous follow-up and communication with stakeholders regarding several bottleneck issues, Investment Fiji ensured that all issues were solved, allowing Vuvale Restaurants (Fiji) Ltd to proceed with their development plans.

He also says that they will continue to support and assist their investors with any issues that they might face with stakeholders and their dedication to supporting the economic development is invaluable.

The CEO says that Vuvale Restaurants (Fiji) Ltd's continuous development and creating a positive impact towards economic development will bring confidence to Fiji’s business environment.