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Empyre Communications expands its portfolio with nine new wins

Empyre Communications expands portfolio with nine new wins

Dubai-headquartered PR and marketing agency, Empyre Communications, has secured nine new client wins across PR, social and digital as it continues to grow its regional footprint. The newly secured accounts span hospitality, F&B, education, and entertainment, and are as follows:

  • Address Beach Resort, a five-star beachfront destination in JBR.
  • Aldhafra Resort, Vignette Collection by IHG, IHG’s first Vignette Collection desert resort, set on the edge of the Rub’ al Khali.
  • Yas Plaza Hotels, a six-hotel collection offering a connected stay experience at the heart of Yas Island’s leisure and entertainment district.
  • Renaissance Business Bay Hotel, a lifestyle-led hotel located along the Dubai Water Canal.
  • Black Tap Dubai Mall, a dining destination bringing New York craft burger culture to Dubai through its burgers and CrazyShake milkshakes
  • Maki & Ramen, a UK-born modern Japanese restaurant which has expanded into the UAE.
  • Museum of Illusions, an interactive edutainment attraction located at Al Seef, featuring more than 60 optical illusion exhibits and forming part of the global Museum of Illusions network.
  • WIKIT, an augmented reality cricket concept at Emirates Golf Club, offering simulator-led gameplay alongside a social and dining environment.
  • Dwight School Dubai, part of the global Dwight Schools network and a full International Baccalaureate continuum.

Stephanie Farah, Founder and Managing Director of Empyre Communications, commented: “We are proud to see the agency’s client portfolio continue to grow across a range of sectors. Storytelling sits at the heart of our approach, and we look forward to working with each brand to shape clear, thoughtful narratives as they continue to build their presence in the region” 

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