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The world’s first Warner Bros.

branded hotel – The WB Abu

Dhabi that is currently under

development on Yas Island is set

to open in 2021, Miral and Warner

Bros have revealed.

According to officials,

construction of the $112 million

hotel is well underway and is now

40% complete

The WB Abu Dhabi will feature

more than 250 rooms over eight

levels, with modern décor that

celebrates Warner Bros.’ extensive

film and television library.

The property’s contemporary

design will also include signature

WB restaurants, a premier spa

and fitness club, and a shaded

rooftop pool.

The hotel comprises leisure

amenities, including a child-

friendly pool as well as indoor and

outdoor Kid’s Club options.

The property also features a

large ballroom, a range of high

quality and adaptable meeting

rooms, and a fully equipped fitness

Popular professional hair brand

Olaplex has been acquired by

Private Equity company – Advent,

and is reported to be valued at

£1 billion.

Tricia Glynn, managing director

at Advent comments: “Olaplex

has differentiated itself by

offering superior products

backed by patents. It is rare that

we see brands of this size grow

so ra p id ly.”

Olaplex co-founder Dean

Christal also comments: “With

Advent’s shared vision and deep

experience in supporting

high-growth businesses, we look

forward to enhancing our

company’s strong customer

loyalty globally and across

channels with our ambitious

growth plan.”

Private equity investor Advent acquires Olaplex

Warner Bros’ the WB Abu Dhabi is set

to open in 2021

centre and beauty parlour.

Pam Lifford,p of Warner Bros.

Global Brands and Experiences,

commented; “Following the

successful debut of Warner Bros.

World Abu Dhabi, we are thrilled

to expand our presence in the

region with the studio’s first-ever

branded hotel. This new venture

will pay tribute to Warner Bros.’

legacy of rich entertainment,

offering fans a unique way to

experience their favourite brands

and characters.”

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