The Phoenix Mills Limited (PML), an Indian mixed-use real estate developer, has taken full ownership of Classic Mall Development Company (CMDCL) by acquiring the remaining 50% for INR 9,360 million.

The stake was acquired from Crest Ventures Limited (46.35%) and its fully-owned subsidiary Escort Developers Private Limited (3.65%).

Phoenix Mills financed the acquisition through internal accruals and cash on the balance sheet.

Classic Mall Development Company is the owner of Phoenix Marketcity Chennai with a chargeable area of around a million square feet in the Velachery area of Chennai.

Phoenix Mills stated: “This development is one of the largest malls in the city and is revolutionising the retail & entertainment experience here. The mall consists flagship stores of renowned international & national brands, cafes and fine dining restaurants, food court, unmatched entertainment and leisure options with a large well-designed multiplex and Family Entertainment Centre.”

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