Aeropostale, Inc., a mall-based specialty retailer of casual apparel for young women and men, announced expansion plans throughout Asia with new licensing agreements in India and Indonesia. The company plans to open stores in India through a licensing agreement with Arvind Lifestyle Brands Limited, and in Indonesia through a licensing agreement with PT Mitra Adiperkasa TBK (MAP) as per PRNewswire.
Julian R. Geiger, Chief Executive Officer, stated, "India and Indonesia are two of the most populated countries in the world and see significant opportunities by bringing the Aeropostale brand to these key countries. Following the successful launch of our brand in the Philippines and Singapore, we are excited to capitalise on the strong growth prospects in both India and Indonesia. We are totally comfortable partnering with two of the largest and strongest retailers in their respectful regions, Arvind Lifestyle Brands Limited and MAP."
Aeropostale's expansion plans in India include the opening of 50 standalone stores, 150 shop-in-shops in select locations, and e-commerce operations across the country over the next five years, beginning in March 2016. In addition, the company expects to open 10 to 12 standalone stores in Indonesia over the next five years, with its first store opening in Jakarta in Fall 2016.
Geiger continued, "We anticipate ending the year with over 300 locations across 17 countries. Our aggressive international growth underscores the strength and recognition of the Aeropostale brand, and we look forward to announcing new global licensing partnerships throughout the year."
Aeropostale, Inc. is a specialty retailer of casual apparel and accessories, principally targeting 14 to 17 year-old young women and men through its Aeropostale stores and website and four to 12 year-old through its P.S. from Aeropostale stores and website. The company provides customers with a focused selection of high quality fashion and fashion basic merchandise at compelling values in an exciting and customer friendly store environment. The Company currently operates 761 Aeropostale stores in 50 states and Puerto Rico, 52 Aeropostale stores in Canada and 26 P.S. from Aeropostale stores in 12 states and Puerto Rico. In addition, pursuant to various licensing agreements, the company's licensees currently operate 278 Aeropostale and P.S. from Aeropostale locations in the Middle East, Asia, Europe and Latin America.
MAP is the leading lifestyle retailer in Indonesia with over 1,800 retail stores and a diversified portfolio that includes sports, fashion, department stores, kids, food & beverage and lifestyle products. Some of its iconic brands include Starbucks, Zara, Marks & Spencer, SOGO, SEIBU, Debenhams, Oshkosh B' Gosh, Reebok, among many others.
