NIO, a global smart electric vehicle company headquartered in Shanghai, has opened its first NIO House in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region.
NIO House was inaugurated by William Li, NIO’s Founder, Chairman and CEO, Lihong Qin, Co-Founder and President, and H.E. Jassem Mohamed Bu Ataba Alzaabi, Chairman of CYVN Holdings, joined by NIO users and global partners.
NIO House Abu Dhabi, spanning 970 square meters, finds its home on Al Maryah Island, the city’s financial district and a renowned lifestyle destination, offering a sophisticated experience in the heart of the capital. Situated within The Galleria Al Maryah Island, NIO House Abu Dhabi invites visitors to explore a unique journey that reflects the essence of Abu Dhabi.
NIO has partnered with the renowned design firm KOKAISTUDIOS, which boasts a diverse cultural background, to seamlessly blend NIO’s pure, human, sophisticated and progressive design DNA with the elegant, innovative, and vibrant urban culture of Abu Dhabi.
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The design draws inspiration from the surrounding desert and Gulf environments, incorporating these elements into the materials and colors used in the architectural decor to add a fresh, localized touch. This collaboration aims to establish the NIO Center | Abu Dhabi as a creative space that inspires, connects communities, and resonates with the spirit of the city.
Tailored with the Abu Dhabi community in mind, NIO House offers an environment that appeals to those who value innovation and premium experience. It features lounges, event and meeting spaces, acafé and a display of NIO’s cutting-edge smart electric vehicles. Inspired by the region, NIO Café serves two exclusive drinks: the “Golden Saffron Latte” and the refreshing “Saffron Rose Refresher”.
William Li Founder, Chairman and CEO, NIO
“NIO House Abu Dhabi is a landmark addition to our global network, and the first of its kind in the MENA region. As we celebrate NIO’s 10th anniversary, this new chapter in our growth reflects our commitment to the region, as well as our mission to shape a sustainable and brighter future together with our community. Abu Dhabi’s commitment to innovation, sustainability, and advanced industries positions it as a global hub for future-focused businesses.”
Li added that, “Its strategic location, combined with the visionary support of initiatives like the Abu Dhabi Economic Vision 2030, creates an unparalleled environment for technology and automotive companies to thrive. In the coming months, we will expand our infrastructure and make meaningful contributions to the local community through NIO House and beyond.”
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On the opening day of NIO House Abu Dhabi, NIO also announced that EL8 (ES8 in China) had been delivered in the UAE market, while the delivery of EC6 and ET5 was going to start in Q1 2025. The first Power Swap Station in MENA will be in operation at the end of 2025.
