Within the framework of the exhibition MAPIC Russia 2019 , the MAPIC Russia Awards is being held for the first time. The award was established by Reed Exhibitions and is awarded to developers and retailers for their successful contribution to the retail real estate industry in Russia and the CIS. The winners will be awarded on April 17, 2019.

In 2019, the award will be presented in five categories:

• The best new shopping mall;
• The best functioning shopping center;
• The best new retail concept;
• The best pop up format;
• The best retailer in lesure & entertainment format.

Voting takes place in two stages. On March 20, – April 2, an online voting will take place, in which real estate and retail market experts will take part. As a result of online voting, 3 finalists will be determined in each of the nominations. On April 5, a jury meeting will be held, where the winners will be revealed by closed voting. The Expert Council of the award includes representatives of news agencies, industry associations and unions, professional expert community and specialized media. The chairmen of the expert council of the award were the companies CBRE and Knight Frank.

The voting results will be announced at the award ceremony, which will be held at the Backstage restaurant on April 17, 2019..

The symbol of the award is a four-leaf clover – a symbol of good luck. The winners will receive awards in the form of a golden clover and will be able to use this quality mark when promoting their objects.

Photos: provided by the organizers