# NOBU ANNOUNCES PARTNERSHIP WITH INFRACORP TO BRING A NOBU HOTEL, RESTAURANT AND RESIDENCES TO BAHRAIN

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- Published: 2026-11-13T00:22:00+07:00
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NEW YORK, Nov. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — [Nobu](https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=4821415-1&h=1892491190&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.nobuhotels.com%2F&a=Nobu)
has announced a partnership with Infracorp to develop a new Nobu destination at 
Marina Bay, Reef Island, marking the brand’s entry into the Kingdom of Bahrain.

 [⌊Nobu Bahrain Signing Ceremony. Left to right at the back: A. Aziz Tawfeeqi, Infracorp Executive Director, Project Development; Hisham Alrayes, Chairman, Infracorp & CEO of GFH Financial Group; Her Excellency Ms. Fatima bint Jaffar Al Sairaifi, Minister of Tourism and Chairperson of BTEA; Struan McKenzie, COO of Nobu Hospitality; and Dr. Nasser Qaedi, Advisor to the Chief Executive, EDB. Left to right in front: Talal Al Mahroos, CEO of Infracorp; Trevor Horwell, CEO of Nobu Hospitality⌉](https://mmx.prnasia.com/media/MS2033884/NOBU-BAHRAIN-SIGNING-CEREMONY.jpg?id=OA3075971&p=medium600)

Nobu Bahrain Signing Ceremony. Left to right at the back: A. Aziz Tawfeeqi, Infracorp
Executive Director, Project Development; Hisham Alrayes, Chairman, Infracorp & CEO
of GFH Financial Group; Her Excellency Ms. Fatima bint Jaffar Al Sairaifi, Minister
of Tourism and Chairperson of BTEA; Struan McKenzie, COO of Nobu Hospitality; and
Dr. Nasser Qaedi, Advisor to the Chief Executive, EDB. Left to right in front: Talal
Al Mahroos, CEO of Infracorp; Trevor Horwell, CEO of Nobu Hospitality

The partnership was formalized during a signing ceremony held at Infracorp’s headquarters
in Manama, in the presence of Her Excellency Ms. Fatima bint Jaffar Al Sairaifi,
Minister of Tourism and Chairperson of the Bahrain Tourism and Exhibitions Authority(
BTEA). The agreement was signed by Mr. Talal Al Mahroos, Chief Executive Officer
of Infracorp, and Mr. Trevor Horwell, Chief Executive Officer of Nobu Hospitality.

Set along the waterfront at Marina Bay, the development will feature a Nobu hotel,
signature Nobu restaurant, and Nobu-branded residences, bringing together hospitality,
dining, and residential living in one destination. Spanning approximately 51,000
square meters of gross floor area (GFA), the project is expected to be developed
over a three-year period.

The development will introduce Nobu’s distinctive approach to hospitality to Bahrain,
combining Japanese-inspired design, signature cuisine, and personalized service 
with the character of its waterfront setting. The project will further contribute
to the Bahrain’s growing luxury tourism and hospitality offering.

**Her Excellency Ms. Fatima bint Jaffar Al Sairaifi, Minister of Tourism and Chairperson
of BTEA, stated, **"We welcome Nobu Hospitality’s decision to enter the Bahraini
market through its partnership with Infracorp. Cooperation between the Government
and the private sector is central to Bahrain’s Tourism Strategy. We work closely
with Bahrain EDB and local developers to identify opportunities for leading international
brands to establish a presence in the Kingdom. The planned Nobu destination at Marina
Bay is an example of what that cooperation can achieve. It will broaden Bahrain’s
luxury hospitality and dining offering and strengthen the Kingdom’s position as 
a regional tourism hub."

**Mr. Talal Al Mahroos, Chief Executive Officer of Infracorp, said, **"We are proud
to partner with Nobu Hospitality on this important addition to Marina Bay. The partnership
reflects our ambition to create distinctive destinations that bring together exceptional
hospitality, design and waterfront living. Nobu’s global reputation and unique approach
to luxury make it a natural fit for Marina Bay, and we look forward to bringing 
this vision to life in Bahrain."

**Mr. Trevor Horwell, Chief Executive Officer of Nobu Hospitality, commented, **"
Bahrain represents an exciting new chapter for Nobu as we continue to expand our
presence in the Middle East. Our focus has always been on creating experiences that
bring together exceptional cuisine, thoughtful design, and personalized service.
With Infracorp, we have an opportunity to introduce this approach to a new market
while embracing the local character and culture. We believe Bahrain has tremendous
potential, and we’re pleased to be a part of this evolving hospitality landscape."

The project reflects Bahrain’s continued efforts to attract leading international
hospitality brands and expand the Kingdom’s tourism offering. The Bahrain Economic
Development Board (Bahrain EDB) has supported engagement between Nobu Hospitality
and Infracorp, connecting investors with opportunities and providing ongoing support
as the project developed.

Bahrain’s tourism sector continues to diversify, supported by investment in hospitality
and mixed-use destinations, strong regional and international connectivity, and 
an expanding offering across leisure, culture, dining, and entertainment.

With its distinctive waterfront setting and growing hospitality landscape, Bahrain
represents a natural addition to Nobu’s expanding portfolio of hotels, restaurants,
and residences. The Marina Bay development will bring the Nobu lifestyle to a new
destination, offering guests and residents an experience shaped by thoughtful design,
signature cuisine, and the Japanese spirit of hospitality.

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