Cineco increases investment in Qatar

Manama : Bahrain Cinema Company (Cineco), market leaders in the entertainment industry in Bahrain, announced the opening of a new 13 screen Cineplex at the Gulf Mall in Gharafa, Qatar, yesterday, at a cost of 60 million Qatari Riyals.

The new Cineplex is about 5645 square meters and holds 2318 seats. Encompassing the latest in technological advancements in the global entertainment industry, Cineco 13 has one of the biggest screens in the region, with a huge 22.5 meter wide screen and 2 VIP cinemas split across 2 floors with a balcony and lounge on the mezzanine floor. 

To add to the luxurious movie going experience, the VIP cinemas have been furnished with their own exclusive entrance and have their independent ticket counters and concession stands. 

The largest screen of the Cineplex is equipped with the latest Dolby Atmos system, which gives movie enthusiasts an ultimate movie extravaganza. As compared to traditional sound systems, Dolby Atmos systems have double the number of speakers, with realistic sounds coming from as many as 5 directions – the fifth being the ceiling, making it an exceptionally authentic experience. 

Ahmed Rashed, the Chief Executive Officer of Bahrain Cinema Company said, “Having expanded our geographical location, this has made us a lot more accessible to movie goers.” 

The latest expansion in Qatar brings the total number of cinemas to 47, while in Bahrain, Cineco operates a total of 49 cinemas with further expansions planned in the near future.

Cineco operations include the management of a large number of cinemas and restaurants within Bahrain and the G.C.C. Countries. Since its establishment in Bahrain in 1968, Cineco succeeded over the years by pioneering many firsts, establishing benchmarks in Bahrain’s entertainment industry.

Cineco continues to strive towards maintaining sustainable growth through the philosophy of business excellence using the best model.