Retail workers uncertain about their future as Plaza Singapura starts major revamp in August

“Throughout the AEI (asset enhancement initiative), we will continue to drive footfall through targeted marketing campaigns, events and shopper engagement initiatives, ensuring the mall remains a vibrant destination during this transformation.”

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Cinema chain Golden Village announced on Wednesday that it would be closing its outlet on the 7th floor this August, citing the mall’s upcoming revamp.

When asked about the outlet’s potential reopening at the mall in the future, a spokesperson for Golden Village said that they “don’t have any confirmed plans to share” at the time.

Mr Francis Kee, a retail associate for collectables shop Caesars that is also on the 7th floor, told CNA on Wednesday that they were offered a new location within Plaza Singapura, but they decided against it.

“Due to factors such as customer flow and overall environment, and the visibility of the shop, we decided not to take the offer … we do not want to immediately take up a long-term commitment as we are very unsure of what’s going to happen in the future,” he added.

The store will close in mid-August and move its business online.

A manager at Pandora said the circular was the first time he had been informed of the details of the revamp works. He added that his management is deciding between leaving before their lease ends in October or extending their lease until the end of the year.

CNA has contacted Pandora for more information.