Attken International has announced a partnership with the US-based Do it Best Corp, a member-owned fully integrated hardware, lumber, and building materials cooperative, to develop the first store of its kind in Saudi Arabia.

Under the name of Attken Do It Best, the new store will be unveiled in the Eastern Province of Dammam at the end of May 2016, strategically located on Khaleej Road by Al Shatea mall.

The opening of the new Attken Do It Best is considered a big step in the home improvement industry in Saudi Arabia. It will meet the needs and aspirations of the consumer, offer value-added programmes and outstanding home improvement services, and invest in building local skills in the retail business, said a statement.

The new store will display over 40,000 different high-quality products at competitive prices. They will include: housewares, electrical and home appliances, lawn and garden appliances, outdoor furniture, lighting, hardware, paint supplies, bed and bath, hand and power tools, building materials, indoor furniture, sporting gear and accessories, automotive products, plumbing tools, storage and organisation products, clothing and apparel, and toys.

Commenting on the new partnership, Mishaal Al Bawardi, executive director of Attken Do It Best, said: “We are very proud of our partnership with one of the biggest specialised retail brands in the US, serving more than 3,800 member-owned locations in the US and in 54 other countries.”

Al Bawardi added that Attken is pleased to offer a new concept of the latest services in that field, in addition to high-quality products and superior consulting for customers.

As part of the company's expansion programme, Attken Do It Best plans to open three branches yearly throughout Saudi Arabia, according to Al Bawardi. - TradeArabia News Service