Business Trading Company (BTC)

Business Trading Company, also known as BTC was established in 1997 to fill the void which existed in Qatar for a retail environment offering the perfect mix of shopping, dining, and entertainment opportunities. Today BTC is famous both in Qatar and the entire GCC region for its proven expertise in the development and management of premium shopping malls, entertainment, real estate, and high end retail brands. Ever since its inception, BTC has set exemplary high standards of excellence in all its areas of expertise. With the advent of every new project, the BTC has successfully raised and exceeded the standard it set. The Landmark Shopping Mall, established at the end of 2000, was and is still considered to be a novel concept as it successfully combines leisure with shopping. Additionally, the establishment of the Villaggio Shopping Mall in 2006 brought the world’s finest luxury brands to Qatar. These two shopping complexes also expanded the geographical boundaries of Qatar’s shopping environment to the outskirts of Doha city. The key to BTC’s ongoing success has been its ability to attract and retain some of the region’s best talents in retail and real estate. The expertise of the company’s team of professionals is second to none in the business and is the foundation of the Company. The BTC team successfully decipher the ever-evolving tastes and styles of the retail audience in Qatar and have met and exceeded the standards set by consistently offering the world’s most sought after brands in the retail industry. BTC has also played an active role in the booming real estate and hospitality industry of Qatar. BTC has been actively involved in the development of many leading real estate projects, encompassing both residential and commercial complexes as well as five star hotel projects. BTC is keen on expanding its expertise beyond the geographical boundaries of Qatar. Its ever-expanding project portfolio today includes many projects that are destined to become landmarks in the GCC region. BTC has revolutionized the perception of shopping of Qatar’s retail audience and transformed the shopping experience into an exciting destination for both families and friends.

24 Jun 2018

The Living Concepts terminates Maya La Chocolaterie franchise agreement with Qatar Based Business Trading Company

Bahraini-based Company, The Living Concepts (TLC), owner of the brand and international franchise Maya La Chocolaterie, announced today the early termination of the franchise agreement with Qatar based Business Trading Company (BTC). BTC who once owned the franchise territories of Maya La Chocolaterie in Qatar, UAE, Jordan, Lebanon and Oman shall no longer be operating nor representing the brands in these territories. TLC Managing Director, Hamad Janahi stated “We are confident that the termination came at the best interest for the Maya La Chocolaterie brand, this presents us the opportunity of reentering these markets under new management and ownership.” Operations of the Qatar, UAE and Jordan territories shall remain closed until further notice. Maya La Chocolaterie, the unique chocolate boutique concept focused on the pure delicacy and passion of serving exquisite chocolate desserts, drinks and products. The brand was conceptualized and introduced by The Living Concepts Bahrain with the aim of creating an international brand that serves the finest chocolates all produced in the Kingdom of Bahrain. With the talents of many young Bahraini companies such as award winning Inoui & Neo-Designs the first Maya La Chocolaterie flag-ship store opened its doors to the public in Bahrain 2007, creating a phenomenon of chocolate life style. The brand skyrocketed in the Middle East to be the top Chocolaterie in the region, today Maya La Chocolaterie can be found in Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait and opening soon in Jeddah & Damam. Franchise talks are currently underway for the expansion of the brand in The United States, The United Kingdom, India, Dubai & Singapore.

Qatar · 28 Dec 2014