Arkadia Marketing Ltd is a leading fashion, home, and food retailer owned by the Mizzi Organisation. The company was established in 1996 to develop Arkadia Commercial Centre in Victoria, Gozo. Since then, it has evolved into a major retailer with a presence in several main shopping destinations in Malta and Gozo.
The company’s flagship remains Arkadia Commercial Centre, which opened its doors to the general public in December 1998, and today has established itself as one of Malta’s main shopping destinations. The Commercial Centre is home to several renowned international brands such as The Body Shop, Epic, Swarovski, Tommy Hilfiger, Miss Sixty, Miss Selfridge, Jennyfer, Tom Tailor, Springfield, McDonalds and iCentre amongst others. The commercial centre is also home to top franchise brands operated by Arkadia Marketing namely Orsay, Parfois, Piazza Italia, and Pimkie, which are also available in the top shopping destinations in Malta.
Arkadia Marketing also operates concepts stores situated within Arkadia Commercial Centre. These include, circle a which is a stationer and newsagent, Pearl Health & Beauty which offers a wide selection of fragrances, beauty products and personal care, and Boulevard which hosts a wide range of top brand shoes and accessories.
Since 2000, the company entered the grocery retail industry with the Arkadia Foodstore brand, initially at the Arkadia Commercial Centre and later opening a store in Portomaso, St. Julian’s. The Arkadia Foodstore model is all about quality and choice, which include fresh produce and artisanal products served through delicatessen, butcher, fruit & vegetables, and fishmonger counters. The same quality and choice have been extended to the convenience model which operates under the brand Arkadia FoodExpress in Swatar.