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CROCUS GROUP PORTFOLIO

• Crocus City Satellite City of Moscow • Crocus Expo International Exhibition Center • Crocus City Hall concert venue • VEGAS City Hall concert venue • Myakinino Metro Station • Manhattan Mixed-Use Residential-Commercial complex (construction ongoing) • Crocus Cityl Hotel • VEGAS chain of retail-entertainment complexes, including VEGAS Crocus City, VEGAS Kashirskoe Shosse, VEGAS Kuntsevo and VEGAS Kievskoe Shosse (opening in 2020-21) • Wedding in Vegas wedding services • Crocus City Oceanarium • Office Building with two underground passageways connecting Myakinino Metro and VEGAS Crocus City • Tvoy Dom chain of superstores, including Tvoy Dom Crocus City, Tvoy Dom Novaya Riga, Tvoy Dom Kashirskoe Shosse, Tvoy Dom Kuntsevo, Tvoy Dom ABOUT THE Ostashkovskoe Shosse, and Tvoy Dom in Voronezh • Crocus City Mall luxury shopping center • Crocus Fashion, comprising namebrand boutiques like Artioli, Casadei, Cesare Paciotti, Crocus Multibrand, COMPANY Giuseppe Zanotti Design, John Varvatos, Le Silla, Santoni, Sergio Rossi, Tardini, Crocus Stock, G-Star RAW and U-BOAT watches • Restaurants by Crocus Group, including the Nobu Crocus Group is one of the leading franchise, the Zafferano chain of contemporary Azeri cuisine, the Edoko chain of Japanese sushi bars, development companies in Russia. the Rose Bar chain of restaurants, the Forte Bello chain Founded in 1989, Crocus Group of Italian cuisine, the family restaurants Uncle Max’s, has developed over 4,000,000 m2 and the restaurants Fusion, Backstage, Shore House, of real estate. The Vodka Shot, Lesnoy, Traktir Pozharskago, Casa Mia, Asia, Papa’s Burger, Baku, VEGAS Сafe, iL Primo, three restaurants in Agalarov Estate, and the healthy food delivery service No Secret by Valeriya • General Contractor for the Construction of Stadiums • Agalarov Estate suburban estate for the 2018 World Cup Championship in Kaliningrad • Sea Breeze, an elite housing development in Azerbaijan and Rostov-on-Don • Agalarov House residential complex • General Contractor for the Construction of the First • Urban pop-up market BOXCITY Stage of the TsKAD (Central Ring Highway) • Crocus Fitness chain of fitness clubs • General Contractor for the construction of the Pavshinsky • Crocus Bank Pedestrian Bridge (Krasnogorsk, Moscow Oblast) • Crocus Logistics customs terminal and logistics center • General Contractor for the Far Eastern Federal University • Crocus Insurance on Russky Island (built for the 2012 APEC Summit, • Crocus Steamship the first to occur in Russia) • Crocus Media: ZHARA TV, Tvoy Dom TV, Crocus TV, • The first Russian private company to build a station ZHARA FM, ZHARA Music, ZHARA Magazine, of the Moscow metropolitan system (Myakinino) Business and Expo • Organizer of the 2013 Miss Universe pageant, • Muslim Magomaev Cultural and Musical Heritage Visualization of the skyscrapers in development at Crocus City which took place for the first time in Russia Foundation 6 CROCUS GROUP DEVELOPING THE FUTURE DEVELOPING THE FUTURE CROCUS GROUP 7

ARAS AGALAROV

HONORS:

PRESIDENT OF CROCUS GROUP • The Order of the Russian Orthodox Church of St Sergius, second degree (2003) • The Order of Merit of the Italian Republic, rank of Commander • The Order of the Holy Prince Daniel of Moscow, of the second class (2005) • The Order of Merit of the Italian Republic (2009) • Winner of the Milan-based MICAM Awards and a Trump Diamond Excellence Award. • First Place in the rankings of senior executives in the field of retail, according to Kommersant (2010) • First Place in the rankings of commercial real estate owners, according to Forbes Magazine (2010) ras Iskenderovich Agalarov was born November 8, • Developer of the Year for the Commercial Real Estate 1955, in Baku, Azerbaijan. In 1972, he graduated Awards 2011 (CRE Awards) from Baku’s High School No 189, before continuing • The Order of Honor of the Russian Federation for his his studies at the Baku Polytechnic Institute, achievements in business, many years of diligent work whereА he graduated in 1977 with a specialty in "Multichannel and philanthropic activities (2013) Telecommunications," as a certified Communications Engineer. • Person of the Year and Developer of the Year for the Commercial Real Estate Awards 2015 (CRE Awards) After completing his education, he worked at the Baku telephone station. In 1979, he was transferred to the Republican Council SOCIAL ACTIVITIES: for Trade Union Workers in Communications. Since 1981, he has been elected chairman of the Trade Union of the Baku • A Member of Board of the Russian Union of Industrialists Long-Distance Telephone Station. and Entrepreneurs (since 2009) • A Member of the Presidium of the All-Russian social In 1983, Aras Agalarov enrolled as a graduate student organization, The All-Russian Azerbaijan Congress at the N. M. Shvernik Higher School of Trade Unions in Moscow. • Founder of the Muslim Magomaev Musical and Cultural In 1987, as a PhD candidate in Economic Sciences, he defended Heritage Fund (2010) his dissertation on the theme of "The Formation and Use • Organizer and President of the Union of Manufacturers of Payrolls in a Telecommunications Agency." and Importers (2002) • Member of the Consultant Board for Customs Politics After graduate school, he was named an instructor at the Baku under the Federal Customs Service (since 2004) City Council Trade Union of Workers in the Agricultural Industrial • Member of the Advisory Council of the Russian Academy Complex. Starting in 1988, he worked as a junior research of the Arts (2015) associate at the research center of the All-Union Central Council of Trade Unions in Moscow. RESEARCH ACTIVITIES:

In 1989, Aras Agalarov founded the Soviet-American joint venture, Author of the books My View of Russia in an Epoch of Reforms, Crocus International, where he served as General Director. [Molodaya Gvardia, Moscow, 1998] and Russia: Reflections Since 1993, he has served as President of the private joint stock on the Path to the Market, [Molodaya Gvardia, Moscow, 1998]. company, Crocus International, which has since transformed into the present day conglomerate, the Crocus Group. Aras Agalarov is married, with a son and a daughter. Aras Agalarov, President of Crocus Group 8 CROCUS GROUP DEVELOPING THE FUTURE DEVELOPING THE FUTURE CROCUS GROUP 9

EMIN AGALAROV

EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT OF CROCUS GROUP

• Retail Department, Crocus Fashion, comprising namebrand boutiques like Artioli, Casadei, Cesare Paciotti, Crocus Multibrand, Giuseppe Zanotti Design, John Varvatos, Le Silla, Santoni, Sergio Rossi, Tardini, Crocus Stock, G-Star RAW and U-BOAT watches

• Crocus City Hall concert venue

min Arasovich Agalarov was born December 12, • VEGAS City Hall concert venue 1979, in Baku, Azerbaijan. He later studied business management in the field of finance at Marymount • Sea Breeze Resort (Nardaran, Azerbaijan) Manhattan College in New York. E • Crocus City Oceanarium • In 2001, he became Commercial Director of Crocus Group, while in 2012, he became Vice President of Crocus Group. • Crocus Fitness chain of fitness clubs • In 2014, he was named Executive Vice President of Crocus Group. • Urban pop-up market BOXCITY

EMIN AGALAROV HAS OVERSEEN THE FOLLOWING • Crocus Media: ZHARA TV, Tvoy Dom TV, Crocus TV, PROJECTS: ZHARA FM, ZHARA Magazine

• The VEGAS chain of retail-entertainment complexes, • Agalarov Estate suburban estate which currently consists of VEGAS Crocus City, VEGAS Kashirskoe Shosse, VEGAS Kuntsevo, and VEGAS Kievskoe Together with Honored Artist of the Russian Federation Gregory Shosse (projected to open in 2020-21) Leps and the founder of Russian Radio and the Golden Gramophone Awards, Sergey Kozhevnikov, Emin Agalarov organizes • Restaurants by Crocus Group, including the Nobu franchise, the international music festival, ZHARA, held annually in Baku. the Zafferano chain of contemporary Azeri cuisine, the Edoko chain of Japanese sushi bars, the Rose Bar chain of restaurants, In addition to his business pursuits, Emin Agalarov is also the Forte Bello chain of Italian cuisine, the family restaurants a professional singer-songwriter, who performs under the stage Uncle Max’s, and the restaurants Fusion, Backstage, Shore name Emin. His songs are played in heavy rotation on Russian House, The Vodka Shot, Lesnoy, Traktir Pozharskago, Casa and international radio stations alike, and he has performed Mia, Asia, Papa’s Burger, Baku, VEGAS Сafe, iL Primo, three concerts all over the world. Emin has been recognized restaurants in Agalarov Estate, and the healthy food delivery with prestigious music awards both Russian and international, service No Secret by Valeriya including the World Music Awards, the Golden Grammophone, the MUZ-TV Awards and many others. • Vegas Wedding wedding services Emin Agalarov is married. He is the father of two sons Ali and • Crocus City Mall luxury shopping center Mikhail, his adopted daughter Amina and daughter Afina. Emin Agalarov, Executive Vice President of Crocus Group OBJECTS OF NATIONAL SIGNIFICANCE

First Deputy Prime Minister of the Russian Federation I.I. Shuvalov and A.I. Agalarov Prime Minister of the Russian Federation D.A. Medvedev and A.I. Agalarov

President of the Russian Federation V.V. Putin with A.I. Agalarov President of the Russian Federation V.V. Putin and A.I. Agalarov tour the Far Eastern Federal University 12 CROCUS GROUP DEVELOPING THE FUTURE DEVELOPING THE FUTURE CROCUS GROUP 13

OBJECTS OF NATIONAL SIGNIFICANCE FAR EASTERN FEDERAL UNIVERSITY ON RUSSKY ISLAND

he Far Eastern Federal University (FEFU) was The complex of buildings and their surroundings one of the key sites for the 2012 APEC Summit, was constructed specifically for the climate conditions which was the first such summit to be held of the Primorsky Kray and is capable of withstanding in Russia. FEFU is located on Russky Island, an earthquake up to 7 points on the Richter scale. Tin the Gulf of Peter the Great in the Japanese Sea, just a few kilometers from Vladivostok. This project has played a critical role in boosting the social and political image of Russia in the Far East In July 2009, the island was a sparsely-populated and the countries of Asia Pacific. territory, lacking the adeqaute sewage systems, heating or gas, water purification systems, or electricity to meet the needs of the existing population. The President of Crocus Group, Aras Agalarov made the decision Time of Completion: 2.5 Years to switch to using a metal frame for the building, cutting the completion time from the 72 months to 30 months. Total Area of the Complex: 948,000 m2 14 CROCUS GROUP DEVELOPING THE FUTURE DEVELOPING THE FUTURE CROCUS GROUP 15

OBJECTS OF NATIONAL SIGNIFICANCE ROSTOV ARENA

he Rostov stadium for the FIFA World Cup 2018 in Russia Total Area of the Territory: is situated between two roads crossing the left bank 36.38 Hectares of the Don from west to east. Stadium Capacity for World Cup: T While built for the World Cup, the stadium is a multifunctional 45,000 Spectators complex. Following the end of the global tournament, the facilities will be used for international matches, home games of the Rostov Stadium Capacity After the World Cup: football club, and other sports events. The arena will host large-scale 38,000 People events in the fields of culture and entertainment, celebrations, concerts and theatrical productions. Rostov Arena will serve as the compositional core of the public zone on the left bank of Rostov-on-Don. The stadium is outfitted with everything needed for sportsmen and their fans. Architectural innovations within the project ensure maximum accessibility for those with limited mobility.

OBJECTS OF NATIONAL SIGNIFICANCE KALININGRAD STADIUM

he Kaliningrad Stadium is perched on the shores of Oktyabrsky Island, Total Area of the Territory: in close proximity to the banks of the Staraya Pregolya river. Within a half 24.4 Hectares hour’s journey is the island Kneiphof, home to a majestic 14th century cathedral and the tomb of Immanuel Kant. Stadium Capacity for World Cup: T 35,000 Spectators Construction on the Kaliningrad Stadium used cutting-edge technology and detailing, creating a stadium with the maximum admissible slope to the bleachers to ensure Stadium Capacity After the World Cup: that there are no "dead zones" for views of the field. Particular attention was paid 25,000 People to the appearance of the field, with the arena designed as a rectangle with rounded corners. The five-story stadium boasts three levels of bleachers. The alabaster color of the frame is accented with a diamond tint, emphasizing the geometry of the forms. The Kaliningrad Stadium is thus not only functional, but also an aesthetic achievement in contemporary urban architecture.

Осмотр строительной площадки стадиона в Ростове-на-Дону, июнь 2015 года. 16 CROCUS GROUP DEVELOPING THE FUTURE DEVELOPING THE FUTURE CROCUS GROUP 17

OBJECTS OF NATIONAL SIGNIFICANCE CENTRAL RING HIGHWAY (TSKAD)

rocus Group served as the General Contractor for the construction of the first phase of the Central Ring Highway (TsKAD.)

CIn August 2015, the company signed a long-term investment agreement with the state highway management company Avtodor for the construction, maintenance and repair of the TsKAD in the Moscow Oblast.

OBJECTS OF NATIONAL SIGNIFICANCE OBJECTS OF NATIONAL SIGNIFICANCE PAVSHINSKY MYAKININO PEDESTRIAN BRIDGE METRO STATION

rocus Group served as the General Contractor Total Length: 422.55 m uilt and financed by the Crocus Group, for the construction of the Pavshinsky the Myakinino Metro Station became the first Pedestrian Bridge. Construction broke ground Length of the Main Span: 173.4 m station in all of Russia to be built with private in May 2013, and the opening ceremony was funds, as well as the first station outside city Cheld on November 27, 2014. The bridge spans between Total Area of the Bridge: 2 548.36 m2 Blimits in the Moscow Oblast. two sides of the Moscow River, linking the suburb of the Pavshinsky Floodplain (in the Krasnogorsk district Total Weight: 1 221.3 tons The metro station features a direct exit into of the Moscow Oblast) to the satellite city of Crocus City the international exhibition center Crocus Expo, and the Myakinino Metro Station. The footbridge has not Width of the Pathway: 5.0 m and the concert venue Crocus City Hall, with a second only significantly improved accessibility, it has boosted exit leading to VEGAS Crocus City, allowing visitors the visual identity of the entire neighborhood. Total Width: 6.9 m to Crocus City to move through the territory without ever going outside. 18 CROCUS GROUP DEVELOPING THE FUTURE CROCUS GROUP 20 CROCUS GROUP DEVELOPING THE FUTURE DEVELOPING THE FUTURE CROCUS GROUP 21

CROCUS CITY

rocus City is a satellite city of Moscow, as well as one of the largest exhibition, commercial and business centers in Russia. It was built in 2001 at the intersection of the Volokolamskoe Shosse Cand the MKAD. The business model for Crocus City is intended to emulate a full-fledged "megapolis".

• Crocus Expo International Exhibition Center • Crocus City Hall concert venue • VEGAS City Hall concert venue • Myakinino Metro Station • Manhattan Mixed-Use Residential-Commercial complex (construction ongoing) • VEGAS Crocus City retail-entertainment complex • Crocus City Oceanarium • Tvoy Dom Crocus City superstore • Crocus City Mall luxury shopping center • Urban pop-up market BOXCITY • Crocus Fitness • Crocus City Hotel • Crocus Bank • Crocus Logistics customs terminal and logistics center • Crocus Insurance • Shore House Yacht Club and Restaurant • Restaurants by Crocus Group • Muslim Magomaev Cultural and Musical Heritage Foundation

Total Area of the Territory: 90 Hectares 22 CROCUS GROUP DEVELOPING THE FUTURE DEVELOPING THE FUTURE CROCUS GROUP 23

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CROCUS EXPO

Crocus Expo leads the field as one of the largest and most advanced exhibition centers in the world.

Officially opening in 2004, today Crocus Expo is one of the most popular and in-demand exhibition venues in Russia, hosting major national and international events in various formats.

This multifunctional complex features three interconnected pavilions, containing multiple conference halls capable of transforming into different configurations and scales, offering modern, comfortable spaces for business as well as an ideal platform for hosting public and scientific events, exhibitions, forums and conferences.

The territory of the complex also contains press centers, restaurants and cafes, the Crocus City Hall concert venue and the Aquarium Business Hotel.

Total Area: More than 1,000,000 m2

Conference Halls: 49

Exhibition Halls: 19 26 CROCUS GROUP DEVELOPING THE FUTURE DEVELOPING THE FUTURE CROCUS GROUP 27

CROCUS CONGRESS CENTRE

rocus Congress Centre at Crocus Expo is an innovative business facility, offering clients a unique system of adaptable spaces, capable of accommodating a wide variety Cof events from exhibitions and banquets to presentations and conventions.

The complex includes the cutting-edge Crocus City Congress Hall, which comprises 36 conference halls, outfitted on par with the highest international standards. 28 CROCUS GROUP DEVELOPING THE FUTURE DEVELOPING THE FUTURE CROCUS GROUP 29

CROCUS CITY MALL

The Crocus City Mall is a luxury shopping center that takes an aesthetic approach to shopping.

The mall officially opened in November 2002.

Lining the galleries of the two-level complex are boutiques from world-famous brands Chanel, Prada, Miu Miu, Max Mara, Burberry, Etro, Loro Piana, Emilio Pucci, Jimmy Choo, Ermenegildo Zegna, Philipp Plein, Marina Rinaldi, Agent Provocateur, Giorgio Armani, Tod’s, Kenzo, Escada, Billionaire, Ermanno Scervino, Gianvito Rossi, Le Silla, Santoni, Giuseppe Zanotti Design, Cesare Paciotti and many others, upscale restaurants, beauty salons and recreation zones.

The driving idea behind Crocus City Mall is to elevate shopping to an art form, cultivating a sense of the sublime. By following its unique concept — presenting the highest level of the Russian fashion market outside the city limits of Moscow — Crocus City Mall is regularly named among both Russian and international rankings of the world’s best retail ventures. 30 CROCUS GROUP DEVELOPING THE FUTURE DEVELOPING THE FUTURE CROCUS GROUP 31 «VEGAS Крокус Сити», 66-й км МКАД. 32 CROCUS GROUP DEVELOPING THE FUTURE DEVELOPING THE FUTURE CROCUS GROUP 33

VEGAS

RETAIL ENTERTAINMENT COMPLEXES

rocus Group’s VEGAS is a chain of retail and entertainment complexes where concept-driven architecture and thematic zones pack an entire city into a single C shopping center.

Each of the complexes features an array of stores, beauty salons, restaurants and recreational zones, as well as ice skating rinks, movie theaters and entertainment areas where one can regularly enjoy special marketing projects or free concerts from popular performers.

The Total Combined Area of VEGAS Kashirskoe Shosse, VEGAS Crocus City and VEGAS Kuntsevo: 1,051,872 m2 34 CROCUS GROUP DEVELOPING THE FUTURE DEVELOPING THE FUTURE CROCUS GROUP 35

EST. 2011 VEGAS KASHIRSKOE SHOSSE

EGAS Kashirskoe Shosse was the very first of the VEGAS shopping malls, becoming the largest retail- entertainment complex in Russia. V VEGAS Kashirskoe Shosse was also the first combination theme-park and shopping mall in the country. As with the other projects in the franchise, it was created not only for shopping, but for entertainment for the whole family.

Total Area: 480,000 m2

Total Retail Area: 145,000 m2 36 CROCUS GROUP DEVELOPING THE FUTURE DEVELOPING THE FUTURE CROCUS GROUP 37 38 CROCUS GROUP DEVELOPING THE FUTURE DEVELOPING THE FUTURE CROCUS GROUP 39

EST. 2014 VEGAS CROCUS CITY

EGAS Crocus City opened in May 2014 on the territory of Crocus City.

The complex stretches over seven floors (plusV a two-level underground parking garage) and recreates the unique architecture of neon-lit New York, from the world-famous Times Square, with its myriad advertising screens and red bleachers, to Rockefeller Center, with its hulking statue of Prometheus, standing in the fountain, under an artificial sky, beside a 700 m2 ice skating rink. The statue of Prometheus Rockefeller Center

Total Area: 285,000 m2

Total Retail Area: 116,713 m2

President and board member of Sberbank German Gref, President of Crocus Group Aras Agalarov and Executive Vice-President of Crocus Group Emin Agalarov at the opening of VEGAS Crocus City on June 4, 2014. Times Square The VEGAS Alley of Fame 40 CROCUS GROUP DEVELOPING THE FUTURE DEVELOPING THE FUTURE CROCUS GROUP 41

Milla Jovovich Monica Bellucci

Aras and Emin Agalarov with Tatiana Navka during her star-signing ceremony at the VEGAS Alley of Fame

EGAS Alley of Fame is the first platform in Russia where visitors can take VEGAS in the glow of stars, signed by internationally recognized celebrities like Elton John, Pierre Richard, Monica Belluci, Placido Domingo, Bradley Cooper, Garbage, Toni Braxton, Steven Seagal, Robert DeNiro, Moby, Milla Jovovich, CarlosV Santana, Antonio Banderas, Bon Jovi, Alessandro Safina, Dieter Bohlen ALLEY (Modern Talking), Sting, and many others. These Alleys can be found throughout the VEGAS franchise.

OF FAME The VEGAS Alley of Fame at VEGAS Kashirskoe Shosse holds a special Star in honor of the great musician, Muslim Magomaev, while at the VEGAS Kuntsevo shopping center, it is the names of accomplished athletes that have been immortalized. So far, Tatiana Navka, Evgeny Plyushenko and Khabib Nurmagomedov, Fedor Emelianenko, Igor Akinfeev are just a few who have autographed stars for the Alley. Steven Seagal The Rasmus 42 CROCUS GROUP DEVELOPING THE FUTURE DEVELOPING THE FUTURE CROCUS GROUP 43

EST. 2017 VEGAS KUNTSEVO

he third in the VEGAS chain of retail and entertainment complexes, VEGAS Kuntsevo draws its inspiration from Italy, with its rich cultural history and traditions. The centerpiece Тis a replica of one of the Great Wonders of the Ancient World, the Roman Colosseum, as well as a precise copy of the Leaning Tower of Pisa. The "Little Italy" interior galleries transport visitors to the winding streets of the Mediterranean, with flowerboxes lining the balconies on the facades of quaint Italian-style houses.

VEGAS Kuntsevo offers more than 300 stores from leading brands; an ice skating rink; the multiplex KARO13 Kuntsevo; restaurants for every palate; the White Kangaroo petting zoo; the 24-hour superstore, Tvoy Dom; and the second in the chain of Crocus Fitness, a new generation of fitness clubs.

Total Area: 286,872 m2

Total Retail Area: 119,467 m2 44 CROCUS GROUP DEVELOPING THE FUTURE DEVELOPING THE FUTURE CROCUS GROUP 45

The Colosseum

Little Italy The Leaning Tower of Pisa 46 CROCUS GROUP DEVELOPING THE FUTURE DEVELOPING THE FUTURE CROCUS GROUP 47

PLANNED FOR 2020 – 2021 VEGAS KIEVSKOE SHOSSE

EGAS Kievskoe Shosse is the fourth retail entertainment complex in the VEGAS chain. Following the format of the other locations, this VEGAS will capture an entire city within its walls. For VEGAS Kievskoe, that city will beV London, with a replica of Big Ben and bank of the River Thames. The shopping center will also feature the enormous selection of stores and entertainment options that can be found throughout the franchise. The complex is currently slated to open in 2020.

Total Area: 330,320 m2

Total Retail Area: 138,000 m2 48 CROCUS GROUP DEVELOPING THE FUTURE DEVELOPING THE FUTURE CROCUS GROUP 49

VEGAS WEDDING

egas Wedding packs all the adventure of one’s dream wedding without having to leave the capital. Crocus Group now offers wedding services for the organization and execution of matrimonial ceremonies in any format. VegasV Wedding has everything you need for unforgettable celebrations, from photo sessions of the bride and groom, to a special discount on an event space on-site at Crocus Group facilities.

The Moscow Oblast Palace of Marriage No 2, overseen by the Krasnogorsk arm of the Registry Office of the Moscow Oblast, is located on the 6th floor of VEGAS Crocus City, where couples can officially register their marriage. For the first time in the Palace, newlyweds have the option of live-broadcasting their nuptials, so that relatives and guests who cannot attend in person will still be able to watch the ceremony.

VEGAS MAGIC TREE

EGAS Magic Tree is an annual charity drive put on by Crocus Group to gather and deliver gifts and necessities for children living in children’s homes and rehabilitation centers. V Every year, in the period leading up to the New Year’s festivities at the VEGAS chain of retail entertainment complexes and other developments of Crocus Group and its participating partners, special charity boxes are installed for those who would wish to contribute and make a donation for children in need.

The five-year anniversary of Aleksandra Savelyeva and Kirill Safonov. Wedding of Tatiana Volosozhar and Maxim Trankov. 50 CROCUS GROUP DEVELOPING THE FUTURE DEVELOPING THE FUTURE CROCUS GROUP 51

AGALAROV ESTATE

he suburban development Agalarov Estate offers luxurious Total Area of the Estate: 350 hectares living outside the bounds of Moscow. Conveniently located, steeped in the terrific beauty of the natural surroundings, but Area of the Athletic Complex: 5,000 m2 with the status of an elite estate, outfitted with all the comforts Tof modern life, the Agalarov Estate was designed to strike harmony Residences: 260 away from the hustle and bustle of the city. Lakes: 14 Its collection of exclusive residences, designer apartments and plots, the fantastic golf course, spa-hotel, tennis courts, gorgeous parks Tennis Courts: 6 and gardens and private helicopter landing pad have all been executed with impeccable style and premium quality in every detail. Architecture in harmony with the natural landscape and the aesthetics of American Neoclassicism - this is the calling card of the Agalarov Estate.

AGALAROV GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB

he presiding ethos at the Agalarov Estate is the game of golf. In the summer, members of the golf club and guests of the residents can enjoy playing on the open course, 72 hectares Tacross, with a spectacular landscape of hills and waterfalls that not only dazzle the eye, but also throw some new curves into gameplay.

During the winter, residents and guests can use the covered athletic complex with tennis courts, a mini-football field, bowling, a training hall and all manner of accompanying premium services. The Troon Golf Academy works year-round, offering a full range of golf training programs tailored to every age and level of play. 52 CROCUS GROUP DEVELOPING THE FUTURE DEVELOPING THE FUTURE CROCUS GROUP 53

SEA BREEZE RESORT

ea Breeze Resort is a premium-class getaway on the shores of the Caspian in the town of Nardaran, not far from Baku. The complex features 35 villas, 5 townhouses and a snow-white Sapartment-hotel, designed in the style of Miami’s most famous hotels.

Sea Breeze’s full infrastructure in no way interfere’s with the natural beauty of the site’s seascape. With its luxurious living standards, premium class hotel, restaurant with a picturesque terrace, swimming pool, private beach, a pier for yachts and boats, athletic facilities and a center for health and beauty, the Sea Breeze Resort has everything one needs to enjoy an exquisite, relaxed holiday.

LIGHTHOUSE RESIDENCE

ocated on the territory of the Sea Breeze Resort, the Lighthouse Residence offers finished apartments with stunning views and access to the resort’s private beach. L The modern, six-story building is located 150 meters from the sea shore, providing all the conditions for a fabulous life, in accordance with the very highest standards: extraordinary landscapes to nourish the soul, and an open pool and spacious athletic club to perfect the body. 54 CROCUS GROUP DEVELOPING THE FUTURE DEVELOPING THE FUTURE CROCUS GROUP 55

CROCUS CITY HALL

Crocus City Hall is a multifunctional concert venue, opened by Crocus Group President Aras Agalarov on October 25, 2009, in honor of his great friend, the celebrated singer and accomplished musician, Muslim Magomaev.

dvanced innovative engineering and superior technological equipment enable the multilevel Crocus City Hall to function in whatever format best suits the nature of the event — whether it’s aA concert from an international superstar, to a boxing match, to a children’s spectacle or an ice show.

Crocus City Hall has featured the likes of Elton John, Jennifer Lopez, Sting, Sade, Ringo Starr, Robert Plant, Pet Shop Boys, Seal, Jamiroquai and Lana Del Rey, among many other top performers. The venue hosts more than 250 events a year, with over a million visitors annually. The facilities are outfitted with everything necessary to ensure maximum accessibility for those with limited mobility.

Seats in the Main Hall: 6,200

Maximum Occupancy of the Hall: 7,233

Parking Spaces (Underground, Above Ground and Roof): 6 000 Vehicles

Concerts Held: More than 950 56 CROCUS GROUP DEVELOPING THE FUTURE DEVELOPING THE FUTURE CROCUS GROUP 57

Elton John Lenny Kravitz

Aras and Emin Agalarov with the finalists of the Miss Universe Pageant 2013 MISS UNIVERSE

n November 2013, at Crocus City Hall, the international pageant Miss Universe was held for the first time ever in Russia. More than a billion television viewers around Ithe world tuned in to watch the live broadcast of the competition.

Sia Jennifer Lopez The winner of the Miss Universe Paegant 2013, Maria Gabriela Isler 58 CROCUS GROUP DEVELOPING THE FUTURE DEVELOPING THE FUTURE CROCUS GROUP 59

VEGAS CITY HALL

egas City Hall is a multi-level, adaptable concert hall, whose flexible format allows for several different configurations, accommodating a variety of events, ranging from world-famous circus acts, spectacular children’s shows and family events, toV chamber recitals or acoustic concerts by Russian and international artists alike, to conferences, presentations and workshops.

The three-level auditorium, whose comfortable seats are arranged in an amphitheatre format, the big screens featuring 4K resolution, the lounge zones, free WiFi, bars serving up a wide variety of snacks and beverages, and the cutting-edge sound and light equipment all ensure that every event will be executed at the highest possible level of quality. The facility is outfitted with everything necessary for maximum accessibility for those with limited mobility. 60 CROCUS GROUP DEVELOPING THE FUTURE DEVELOPING THE FUTURE CROCUS GROUP 61

BEAUTYLAB NO. 7

eauty Lab No. 7 is a multifunctional beauty laboratory located in the VEGAS Kuntsevo mall.

Here you can have your hair, nails, eyelashes Band brows, make-up and hairstyle done, get ready for any event, purchase beauty products in a handy one-stop-shop and — more importantly — fast and hassle-free. A light and airy loft-style 300 m2 space is divided in two zones: express treatments and a beauty market with over 50 brands on display, both popular and less widely available in Russia though well-known in the professional community. 62 CROCUS GROUP DEVELOPING THE FUTURE DEVELOPING THE FUTURE CROCUS GROUP 63 ALLIANCE FRANCAISE PLASTIC SURGERY AND AESTHETICS CLINIC

ocated in the very heart of Moscow, Alliance Française is a multi-disciplinary clinic that has been working in aesthetic medicine for many years.

The clinic’s priority areas include plastic and reconstructive surgery, oral and maxillofacial surgery, Lcosmetology and trichology, clinical endocrinology and assistance to pregnant women with diabetes and thyroid dysfunction. Medical care is provided both on a paid basis and through compulsory and voluntary medical insurance programmes. The medical centre’s tasteful interiors will impress even the most demanding customers and art connoisseurs.

CONFIDENT MEDICAL CENTER

onfident Medical Centre is a new aesthetics, cosmetology and dental clinic located in the VEGAS Crocus City mall.

CConfident is a team of hand-picked top professionals, a wide range of aesthetic and dental services, up-to-the- minute technologies, all-inclusive services, a tailored approach as well as first-class equipment. The centre’s chief specialist in dentistry and co-founder is Moscow’s leading prosthodontist Aleksandr Sanchez. The leading cosmetology specialist is Elena Sanchez, dermatologist and venereologist, cosmetologist and candidate of medical sciences. 64 CROCUS GROUP DEVELOPING THE FUTURE DEVELOPING THE FUTURE CROCUS GROUP 65

ccording to plans, the Manhattan mixed-use residential and commercial complex will include the largest Holiday Inn MANHATTAN MIXED-USE 2 in Europe, with 1,000 rooms (87,015 m ), a Marriott Hotel (84,719 m2), a residential complex (113,982 m2), and an office tower.A Сrocus Group’s approach to development is successful RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERCIAL because it adheres to a holistic business strategy; the presence of a residential and business complex in turn increases the interest of the Crocus Group’s partners and clientele in the office COMPLEX and commercial center located next door.

The Manhattan complex will offer more than 500 apartments (from 60 m2 to 135 m2), a restaurant (1,000 m2), a fitness and spa center (1,000 m2), and 2 levels of above-ground parking and 6 levels of underground parking for 900 vehicles, with direct access to the multi-story parking above the Myakinino Metro Station.

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CROCUS STEAMSHIP

t a length of 39 meters, the VIP-class Crocus Steamship accommodates up to 50 guests. The technical aspects of the ship are ensured to be at the highest standards of quality. A The elegant interior should suit the tastes of seafarers and business executives alike. The Crocus Steamship is perfect for private getaways, as well as presentations, corporate parties, weddings and other events.

CROCUS CITY HOTEL

aunched in February 2009, the Crocus City Hotel is designed with guests of the international exhibition center, Crocus Expo, in mind.

LSituated on the banks of the Moscow River, the hotel is in close proximity to the Administrative Office of the Moscow Oblast, the TVOY DOM superstore and Crocus City Mall, and only 15 kilometers from the Sheremetyevo Airport. The hotel offers 225 rooms in varying categories and formats. 68 CROCUS GROUP DEVELOPING THE FUTURE DEVELOPING THE FUTURE CROCUS GROUP 69

CROCUS BANK

rocus Bank provides its clients (both individual and corporate) with a wide range of banking services, including operational cash and settlement services, Ccash and non-cash exchange transactions, foreign trade transactions involving funds in deposits, transfers through Western Union and CONTACT, the rental of bank safes, the issue and servicing of credit cards, acquisitions, payroll services and operations including lending and securities transactions, among others.

CROCUS INSURANCE

subsidy of Crocus Group, Crocus Insurance helps businesses meet their insurance needs with a 360° approach: from insurance of assets to the settlement of insurance claims. The expert CROCUS LOGISTICS knowledgeA of our specialists benefits from Crocus Group’s diversified portfolio, which encompasses multiple industries, but the primary focus is on classic corporate insurance for medium and large businesses and a center for innovation in insurance. rocus Logistics is a customs and logistics center that has participated in such grand-scale projects Crocus Insurance only partners with companies rated A+ as the organization of the delivery of materials or higher, which allows them to take on such ambitious for the construction of the Far East Federal University projects as the construction of the stadiums for the FIFA Con Russky Island, the site of 2012 APEC Summit, and the stadiums World Cup 2018, the TSKAD ring road, or the Crocus City in Kaliningrad and Rostov-on-Don, as part of the preparations Oceanarium. for the FIFA World Cup 2018.

Crocus Insurance. What is Valuable Needs to Be Protected. Crocus Logistics provides a full spectrum of services in its own storage facility. It has a long history of experience working Corporate Clients: More than 1,000 in the processing, storage and shipping of cargo. The center also includes a customs terminal and a modern A-category storage facility with space for 60,000 pallets. 70 CROCUS GROUP DEVELOPING THE FUTURE DEVELOPING THE FUTURE CROCUS GROUP 71

TVOY DOM

he set of 24-hour superstores, TVOY DOM is the first of its kind in Russia, operating as a chain of large-scale supermarkets, each offering a furniture salon, garden supplies, a grocery store, and goods and supplies for the home, including renovation, Tdesign and interiors.

A megapolis of creativity and positive vibes, TVOY DOM may be enormous, but it remains warm and comfortable. At present, the chain includes 6 superstores: TVOY DOM Crocus City, TVOY DOM Novaya Riga, TVOY DOM Kashirskoe Shosse, TVOY DOM Kuntsevo, TVOY DOM Ostashkovskoe Shosse, and TVOY DOM in Voronezh.

Name-Brand Items: 300,000

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CROCUS CITY OCEANARIUM

oised between entertainment and educational science, the Crocus City Oceanarium brings together a jaw-dropping selection of some of the most interesting animals and fish from all around the globe. Visitors can bask in three different displays. "Seas and Oceans" features the wondrous beasts Pof the seas, from vibrantly-colored coral polyps and schools of commercial fish, to Napoleon wrasses and barracudas, to sharks and the deadly pufferfish. "Rivers and Ponds" turns the spotlight on freshwater fish from all corners of the world. Among the rarer and more exotic species on display is the ancient Arapaima, the tiger-fish, the pirana, the vivid cichlid, and gigantic crocodiles. The third floor immerses visitors in "The Jungle", an other-worldly experience where tropical plants, birds, reptiles, butterflies, amphibians, chameleons, and monkeys all live free of any cages or aviaries.

In addition, the Crocus City Oceanarium offers underwater shows, interactive tours and informative workshops for children.

Total Volume of Water: 3,000,000 liters

Total Area of the Oceanarium: 10,000 m2

Total Number of Animals, Fish and Insects: 5,000 76 CROCUS GROUP DEVELOPING THE FUTURE DEVELOPING THE FUTURE CROCUS GROUP 77

CROCUS FITNESS

rocus Fitness is a new chain of premium fitness clubs, developed for productive training sessions and restoring an internal and external balance. Members can enjoy the services of professional trainers, Cinnovative fitness equipment from the leading international brand, Life Fitness, an unparalleled Recovery Zone and a luxurious spa complex.

At present, the chain includes 4 fitness clubs: Crocus Fitness First, Crocus Fitness Kuntsevo, Crocus Fitness Zemlyanoy Val and Crocus Fitness Agalarov Estate.

Truly a new generation of fitness club, Crocus Fitness offers an individualized approach to each client’s needs, specialized programs and striking interior design. An additional touch is the restaurant, serving up nutritious, balanced meals, where guests can indulge in dishes off a menu devised by the best chefs from the Crocus Group family of restaurants. 78 CROCUS GROUP DEVELOPING THE FUTURE DEVELOPING THE FUTURE CROCUS GROUP 79

BOXCITY

OXCITY is a unique modular space created from real shipping containers. As a multi-use platform, BOXCITY combines modern shopping with leisure, setting it apart from the usual retail-entertainment centers. B Here one can find emerging labels, beauty salons, and chic eateries like Double B, One More Wave Surf, OliveLove, Stop&Fix, Ponchik, Surfing club, the Rusak Barbershop, Rocket Store, Long River, Gardens of Love flowershop, Surf Сoffee, NIK-INK, VOLЯ WEAR, My Hood and many others.

BOXCITY also hosts Tvoy Dom Express, food court and music wheel, also different educational and musical events, festivals of youth culture and public talks.

BOXCITY serves as the center of attraction for progressive city-dwellers. 80 CROCUS GROUP DEVELOPING THE FUTURE CROCUS FASHION RETAIL

rocus Fashion Retail is the arm of Crocus Group dedicated to bringing world-class brands to the Russian market.

CCrocus Fashion Retail comprises namebrand boutiques like Artioli, Casadei, Cesare Paciotti, Crocus Multibrand, Giuseppe Zanotti Design, John Varvatos, Le Silla, Santoni, Sergio Rossi, Tardini, U-BOAT, G-Star RAW and Crocus Stock.

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CROCUS FASHION RETAIL G-STAR RAW

-Star RAW is a Dutch brand of denim founded in 1989. Its European pedigree and use of innovative technology has made G-Star RAW one of the most successful labels Gon the market today.

A defining mark of the label’s collections is the unusual processing of the material and the «raw» denim fabric. In its collections, G-Star RAW uses only ecologically- minded materials like organic cotton and recycled plastic. The brand’s popularity is no surprise. It has made a name for itself with its high level of quality, functionality and attention to every detail. Each pair of jeans are produced with the help of 3D-modelling, to get as close as possible to the shape of the human body.

There is nothing unnecessary in these clothes, but rather an enormous capacity for self-expression through modern urban attire. Concept stores for the brand can be found in the shopping centers of the VEGAS chain and Afimall City shopping center. 84 CROCUS GROUP DEVELOPING THE FUTURE DEVELOPING THE FUTURE CROCUS GROUP 85

CROCUS FASHION RETAIL JOHN VARVATOS

ohn Varvatos is a concept-driven brand of modern men’s wear, founded by American designer John Varvatos. The designer’s love of rock’n’roll carries through as a leitmotif throughout his work, serving as something of a calling card Jfor the label and extending to collaborations with cult musicians like Ryan Adams, Joe Perry, Iggy Pop, Alice Cooper, Franz Ferdinand, The Roots, Green Day, Jimmy Page, KISS, Ringo Starr, Hozier, and many others.

The John Varvatos brand blends the tradition of precision in the works of the old masters with modern developments in the textile industry and the eternal spirit of rock’n’roll.

A John Varvatos flagship boutique can be found in Crocus City Mall and in the city center at Stoleshnikov lane 9/1. 86 CROCUS GROUP DEVELOPING THE FUTURE DEVELOPING THE FUTURE CROCUS GROUP 87

CROCUS FASHION RETAIL U-BOAT

-BOAT is an Italian watch label All of the U-BOAT watches are made using committed to the military style, mechanisms from the Swiss factory, ETA. endowing its impeccable designer Each detail is prepared by hand by Italian pieces of watchmaking art with masters, who strive to both technical Ua brutal character. and aesthetic perfection, paying close attention to detail and applying a unique The concept of the brand suggests something technology for artificial weathering. like "watches in unusual frames". The signature models feature frames from 53 mm in diameter, for superior readability of the clockface, and a gigantic dial located on the left side.

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estaurants by Crocus Group is the culinary division of Crocus Group, which has flourished, regularly presenting new gastronomic ventures.

RThe portfolio of Restaurants by Crocus Group currently comprises the Nobu franchise, the Zafferano chain of contemporary Azeri cuisine, the Edoko chain of Japanese sushi bars, the Rose Bar chain of restaurants, the Forte Bello chain of Italian cuisine, the family restaurants Uncle Max’s, and the restaurants Fusion, Backstage, Shore House, The Vodka Shot, Lesnoy, Traktir Pozharskago,Casa Mia, Asia, Papa’s Burger, Baku, VEGAS Сafe, iL Primo, and Backstage Catering.

Each restaurant wields its own creative identity, with an individual concept, treating guests to innovative cuisine and an impeccable level of service. 90 CROCUS GROUP DEVELOPING THE FUTURE DEVELOPING THE FUTURE CROCUS GROUP 91

RESTAURANTS BY CROCUS GROUP NOBU

obu Restaurants can be found in premiere destinations around the globe — from Los Angeles to Milan, and now, thanks to Crocus Group, Moscow. N Here one can experience the extraordinary gastronomic philosophy of the restaurant’s founder, Nobu Matsuhisa, who whips up innovative Japanese cooking with Latin American accents of Peruvian cuisine, using only the highest quality produce and original (and occasionally even one-of-a-kind) ingredients.

Nobu Restauranst can be found in Crocus City Mall and in the center of Moscow on Bolshaya Dmitrovka. 92 CROCUS GROUP DEVELOPING THE FUTURE DEVELOPING THE FUTURE CROCUS GROUP 93

RESTAURANTS BY CROCUS GROUP EDOKO

he Edoko chain offers the experience of dining in an authentic Japanese eatery, immersing visitors in the culinary life of Tokyo.

The superior quality of the produce, the strict adherence to the Eastern principles on eating, a regularly-updated menu and an excellent cocktail menu all mean that Edoko is perfect for events of any format, a rarity in restaurants specializing in Japanese cuisine.

RESTAURANTS BY CROCUS GROUP ZAFFERANO

he Zafferano chain of restaurants serve up a contemporary take on the hallmarks of traditional Azeri cuisine.

TMouth-watering kebabs, tasty mini-kutabs made from hand-ground flour, azme caviar, delicious spices, extraordinary marinades, famous Baku herbs, and fresh vegetables – all of this oriental splendor for the tastebuds pairs seamlessly with the restaurant’s interior, where elements like a wine cabinet from exquisite African sapele wood, the chic ceramic flower vases, and an open bar with stained glass windows all combine to evoke the warmth and hospitality of Baku. 94 CROCUS GROUP DEVELOPING THE FUTURE DEVELOPING THE FUTURE CROCUS GROUP 95

RESTAURANTS BY CROCUS GROUP FORTE BELLO

orte Bello is the project about food, wine and Italy, that showcases the very best cooking traditions of this country. Flagship restaurant stretches over four floors of VEGAS Crocus City. You can also immerse into the gastronomic Fatmosphere of Italy in the restaurants located on the territory of Aviapark, VEGAS Kuntsevo and Atrium shopping centers.

The modern, unassuming but cozy, light-filled interior is outfitted with comfortable chairs and streamlined tables.

Bruschetta with tomatoes and basil, warm salad with octopus, mushroom cappuccino soup, pasta, risotto, parmedzhano eggplants, mussels sausage, a wide variety of desserts and, of course, wine — it is here for every taste and for every dish.

Everything that you know about Italian food and a little more is now available in popular shopping centers.

RESTAURANTS BY CROCUS GROUP UNCLE MAX’S

he child-friendly chain Uncle Max’s offers up family establishments that are comfortable and stimulating not only for kids of any age, but also for adults. Uncle Max’s head chef Thas succeeded in showing children that nutritious food can be delicious too, and parents that burgers can be healthy, if they are prepared with the right natural products.

As a special feature, the restaurants are equipped with everything you need for the perfect children’s celebration. Every week there are cooking workshops and lessons on things like making soap bubbles or drawing, as well as lively parties with colorful MCs. 96 CROCUS GROUP DEVELOPING THE FUTURE DEVELOPING THE FUTURE CROCUS GROUP 97

RESTAURANTS BY CROCUS GROUP ROSE BAR

he Rose Bar chain of bars are some of the most stylish and sought-after spots to enjoy an exquisite "sea-faring" menu and dancing until dawn. Moscow currently has two locations: one on the roof of an old mansion in the very Theart of the capital, where guests can relax on a summer terrace, and the other on-site at Crocus City, where guests can enjoy a turquoise swimming pool and the unique sensation of kicking back on a fashionable yacht.

One more restaurant of the chain was opened on the territory of Sea Breeze Resort in Baku.

A rich selection of seafood, paired with an excellent choice of wines, transforms time spent at Rose Bar into a real adventure at sea.

RESTAURANTS BY CROCUS GROUP SHORE HOUSE

ocated within Crocus City, the Shore Club Yacht Club and Restaurant is one of the most extraordinary ventures within the Moscow city limits. During the summer season, guests can Lrelax on the cozy veranda, taking in the view of yachts bobbing along the waves, or catch some sun in the chaise loungers by the pool, which features its own bar and summer kitchen. An additional open tent (200 m2) is available for celebration banquets.

The Shore House Restaurant is a perfect way to make the most of your summer holidays without having to leave the capital. 98 CROCUS GROUP DEVELOPING THE FUTURE DEVELOPING THE FUTURE CROCUS GROUP 99

RESTAURANTS BY CROCUS GROUP THE VODKA SHOT

he Vodka Shot is the collaborative project of Emin Agalarov and legendary singer-songwriter Grigory Leps. The concept is rooted in the aesthetics of the capital’s old vodka bars, offering a contemporary twist on Tthe Post-Soviet nostalgia for the "soulful" old ryumochnayas, the humble bars that used to line the city.

The Vodka Shot kitchen brings to life illustrations from the legendary Book on Tasty and Nutritious Food, while the quirky elements of the interior transport guests back to the Dovlatov-era of the 1960s. All in all, the Vodka Shot is a place for the new intelligentsia, only with a side of light hedonism.

RESTAURANTS BY CROCUS GROUP LESNOY

ne more project of Emin Agalarov and Grigory Leps, which is located in the historic building of the Miuss tram depot. The “forest” concept of the restaurant became a breath of fresh air Oin a big city and one of the most atmospheric places on the Moscow gastronomic map.

Favorite cuisine, rich Leps bar, and special “forest” specificity of the restaurant is overplayed in the loft interior, and in the menu from chef Sergey Ryakhov. The menu in Lesnoy is the quintessence of a person’s respect for nature and the art of handling its gifts carefully and creatively.

On Fridays and Saturdays there are parties with DJ sets and artists performances. 100 CROCUS GROUP DEVELOPING THE FUTURE DEVELOPING THE FUTURE CROCUS GROUP 101

RESTAURANTS BY CROCUS GROUP FUSION

he restaurant Fusion steeps its guests in the refined atmosphere of the old city mansions from the 19th century. The interior could have been taken from the canvases of famous artists, with its semi-circular Thall set under a high dome, its cared columns, massive portico windows and snow-white piano.

This ethos of fusion extends not only to the interior but to the menu as well. The offerings combine culinary masterpieces from Russian, European and Caucasian cuisine. The banquet hall can comfortably accommodate up to 200-250 guests, making Fusion an ideal setting to celebrate unforgettable events.

RESTAURANTS BY CROCUS GROUP BACKSTAGE

ackstage Restaurant is located on the fourth floor of the Crocus City Hall concert venue. It is an ideal place for grabbing a bite before a concert or hunkering down afterwards, Bto share your impressions with friends.

Backstage features a hall and a stage outfitted with a screen and concert equipment, allowing the space to be easily and quickly adapted for afterparties, concerts or live music. The elegant setting and quality service makes Backstage perfect for weddings or family celebrations, as well as workshops or presentations. The kitchen of Backstage serves up favorite dishes from European and Pan-Asian cuisine, all given fresh interpretations by the chef. 102 CROCUS GROUP DEVELOPING THE FUTURE DEVELOPING THE FUTURE CROCUS GROUP 103

RESTAURANTS BY CROCUS GROUP TRAKTIR POZHARSKAGO

raktir Pozharskago (which in Russian translates to "Pozharsky’s Tavern") is a restaurant hearkening back to the traditions of the Russian taverns of the 19th century. The walls decorated with magnificent classical Tmolding, heavy velvet curtains, imperial-style lamps, solid oak furniture and parquet combine with the classics of Russian cuisine to give guests the impression they’ve slipped back to the Golden Age of the Russian Empire. The interior is almost an exact replica of the original Pozharsky’s Tavern in Torzhok, which was celebrated far and wide for its extraordinary recipe for preparing cutlet, which won the praise of Emperor Alexander I.

RESTAURANTS BY CROCUS GROUP BAKU

aku Restaurant can be found at the TVOY DOM superstore. The highlight of this Azeri restaurant is, of course, it’s out-of-this-world food. B The menu offers shashlik from chicken, lamb and sturgeon, Azeri bozbash, Caucausian vegetable roasts, Georgian kharcho, kutabs, khinkali and Eastern sweets, in addition to other favorites from European, Azeri and Russian cuisine. This culinary fusion and the wide selection reminds guests of Baku itself — a shining metropolis on the shores of the Caspian Sea, where the mingling of nations, languages, styles and tastes always feels festive. 104 CROCUS GROUP DEVELOPING THE FUTURE DEVELOPING THE FUTURE CROCUS GROUP 105

RESTAURANTS BY CROCUS GROUP CASA MIA

asa Mia welcomes guests with the bright, cheerful colors of the Mediterranean and the cozy feel of a real Italian trattoria. In fact, on sampling the lively atmosphere, delightful food and genuinely Cfriendly service, visitors to Casa Mia might wonder if they hadn’t just walked into one of the many corner spots tucked within the endless alleyways of Venice.

Casa Mia is modeled after an airy summer terrace, with flowers and mandarin trees. The menu offers a tantalizing array of not only traditional standards, but also impressive new dishes, aimed at those who appreciate a rich palate of flavors and a delicate play of spices. This virtuosic take on home-cooking is Casa Mia’s calling card.

RESTAURANTS BY CROCUS GROUP ASIA

sia transports its guests to a Far Eastern province, where the four natural elements blend seamlessly into the interior, radiating a sense of harmony and relaxation. A Here you can recharge with the energy of the East, surrounded by soothing natural materials, rattan- backed chairs, woven grass canopies, and counters overfilling with fruits and vegetables. The main hall can accommodate up to 150 people, but those who would prefer a more intimate setting can use one of the two VIP rooms. 106 CROCUS GROUP DEVELOPING THE FUTURE DEVELOPING THE FUTURE CROCUS GROUP 107

RESTAURANTS BY CROCUS GROUP VEGAS CAFE

egas Cafe — is a project of Restaurants by Crocus Group, located in shopping centers VEGAS Crocus City and VEGAS Kuntsevo, which is characterized by simplicity of design and elegance of execution. ItV is an ideal place for concert and cinema-goers to dine before or after the show. Its menu places an emphasis on Russian cuisine, in its most traditional form.

Borsch with beef ribs, traditional solyanka meat stew, chicken tabaka or pelmeni filled with perch. These dishes are reminders that Russian cuisine has always been about much more than simple food, it’s about the sensation of comfort, calm and general satisfaction. So simple, it’s genius!

RESTAURANTS BY CROCUS GROUP PAPA’S BURGER

APA’S BURGER has made a name for itself serving up proper burgers, in accordance with the concept of everything you need, and nothing you don’t. It’s a classic win-win: what better way to start (or end) Pa movie screening than with your choice of cheeseburger, hamburger or fishburger on signature buns made from the secret recipe of chef Kirill Berger, washed down with lagers or the best craft beers in Russia.

PAPA’S BURGERS serves up 9 types of burger, as well as 21 varieties of bottled beer, with 12 more beers on tap. For the non-beer-drinkers, there are ciders and Italian sodas, prepared using homemade syrups. And if you feel like something other than a burger, try the BBQ menu, with its out-of-this-world wings, or a selection of classic American salads. 108 CROCUS GROUP DEVELOPING THE FUTURE DEVELOPING THE FUTURE CROCUS GROUP 109

RESTAURANTS BY CROCUS GROUP IL PRIMO

ocated in Crocus Fitness, Il Primo is dedicated to proving that nutritious food can and should be delicious, as well as a logical part of any healthy lifestyle. To make favorite foods healthy, sometimes Lyou have to rework the content. For instance, green salads on the menu aren’t just dressed with vegetables, but also turkey, veal, or seafood. Burgers might seem a forbidden indulgence, but not when prepared with salmon and avocado on a whole-grain bun. The light-filled interior of this fitness bar, decked out in white and chrome, echoes the founding principle of purity and inner ecology: if you want to change the world, start with yourself.

RESTAURANTS BY CROCUS GROUP NO SECRET BY VALERIYA

collaboration between Emin Agalarov and singer Valeriya, No Secret by Valeriya solves the perpetual problem of what to eat with the delivery of fresh, nutritious meals. Depending on the type of diet, theA service offers six separate programs, each of which lasts for 28 days: «Weight Loss», «Vegan», «Everyday Balance», «Lactose-free Sculpting», «Lactose-Free Muscle-Building», «Lenten diet with fish» and also three programs LITE line.

A unique and truly exquisite menu, created in collaboration with experts of healthy food and professional nutritionists. Meals in any program never repeat within each 28-day period. No Secret by Valeriya: Delicious. Good for You. And Delivered! DEVELOPING THE FUTURE CROCUS GROUP 111 CROCUS GROUP MEDIA 112 CROCUS GROUP DEVELOPING THE FUTURE DEVELOPING THE FUTURE CROCUS GROUP 113

JOURNAL ОК!

JOURNAL agazine is the leading weekly lifestyle magazine about Russian and world stars. ZHARA MThis smart glossy magazine has earned the trust of celebrities. It features extensive interviews and MAGAZINE beautiful photo shoots, reviews of new fashion and beauty arrivals, as well as wonderful reports on the key events. Published in Russia since 2006. Editor-in-chief: Vadim Vernik. he first Russian monthly entertainment magazine, consisting of live reports and interactive materials Print Run: 100,000 Copies about music, movies, entertainment, healthy lifestyles and interesting life hacking from different Tareas of modern life.

The magazine publishes interviews with bright Russian pop stars, highlights interesting city events, makes announcements about upcoming concerts, provide materials about outstanding gastronomic projects and social events.

Print Run: 9,000 Copies JOURNAL BUSINESS AND EXPO

usiness and Expo is a modern business magazine for professionals in the exhibition industry. First published in 1996, the magazine is addressed Bto entrepreneurs seeking to develop and expand their business through participation in trade fairs.

A publication like no other in Russia or abroad, the journal specializes in shining light on the major issues in economic development and the conjuncture of commodity markets with the organization of trade fairs. It is published in full-color A4 format.

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TELEVISION TELEVISION CROCUS TV ZHARA TV

rocus TV is one of the fastest growing media he ZHARA channel is a flagship of modern channels in the indoor market, broadcasting in television. It debuted in January 2017 Moscow, St. Petersburg, Sochi, Baku, Krasnodar and since that time, its new format of musical and Kazan. and entertainment offerings has not only C Tstrengthened its core audience, but expanded it The number of channel connections continues to grow, to reach new viewers. expanding the audience. The video content of Crocus TV can be found playing in business and shopping centers, ZHARA broadcasts the most popular videos from exhibition complexes, restaurants, premium fitness centers Russian and international musicians across genres. and deluxe hotels. The channel is directed at an active audience, who values every minute of their time. Accordingly, Crocus TV is a unique media platform, whose clients create the programming is as informative as possible. a stable market with a high percent of regular and loyal users. «ZHARA in Vegas» is a show of concerts broadcast live, which attracts a million viewers on screen, Individual Viewers Monthly: 15,000,000 People and an audience of 5,000 every two weeks at VEGAS Crocus City.

TELEVISION RADIO TVOY DOM TV ZHARA FM

VOY DOM TV is a television channel adio ZHARA is a radiostation broadcasting that provides its audience with useful at 100.5 FM, aimed at a young audience, information about the best ways to build ages 12-35. and outfit one’s home on a budget. T RThe station balances its Russian and international The programming is directed at an audience artists, with an even split in airplay, in addition interested in construction, finishing touches, to on-air entertainment and interesting programs. design and renovation.

TVOY DOM teaches its viewers how to take on Do-It-Yourself projects in their home or apartment, sharing top tips from popular designers. 116 CROCUS GROUP DEVELOPING THE FUTURE DEVELOPING THE FUTURE CROCUS GROUP 117

SHOW FILM ZHARA THE ZHARA FIGHT SHOW FILM

new format of combat — ZHARA Fight Show — he hilarious musical comedy ZHARA was shot offers a series of spectacular match-ups as part of the ZHARA International Music Festival across several fields of martial arts. Wrestlers that took place in Baku in July 2018. of middle-, heavy- and superheavyweight are facingA off in the ring. In addition to cult athletes, viewers TThe ZHARA Festival gave film producers a unique can enjoy live performances by musicians. chance to bring together all of Russia’s and Azerbaijan’s top stars in one place for a few days, guaranteeing a The ZHARA Fight Show became a real sensation, on record number of celebrities in attendance. The film par with some of the most eye-catching events across features Philipp Kirkorov, Nikolay Baskov, Grigory Leps, formats. Thanks to some effective engineering solutions, Ani Lorak, EMIN, Valeria, Iosif Prigozhin, Timati, Egor each visitor to VEGAS City Hall is able to enjoy their view, Kreed and many more. ZHARA stars Diana Pozharskaya regardless of where their seat is. This effect is amplified best known for playing the lead roles in the Hotel Eleon by the live broadcasts on side screens. series and in EMIN’s Neveroyatnaya and Wicked Game video clips. Actors Sergey Chirkov and Nail Abdrakhmanov, as well as blogger Anton Lapenko, co-starred in the film.

MUSIC LABEL ZHARA MUSIC

eleasing music label ZHARA Music deals with music distribution, booking, promotion of artists and music content.

RZHARA Music artists regularly reach the TOP of the main streaming services in Russia! 118 CROCUS GROUP DEVELOPING THE FUTURE DEVELOPING THE FUTURE CROCUS GROUP 119

FESTIVAL ZHARA

he annual international music festival, ZHARA (Russian for "Heat") is set against the most beautiful resort in the Azeri capital of Baku: the Sea Breeze Resort. The festival first took Tplace in 2016 and immediately became one of the most highly anticipated and talk about events of the summer. Based on the audience numbers alone, the festival is the largest musical event in the CIS countries.

The panorama of the Caspian Sea and the particular Eastern flavor are both central components of the festival, as well as its television version. In this way, both festival viewers and TV audiences feel like part of the action. ZHARA was organized by musician and businessman Emin Agalarov, Honored Artist of the Russian Federation Live Audience: 10,000 Gregory Leps and producer Sergey Kozhevnikov. Television Audience: 150,000,000

ot New Year is a grand-scale musical celebration, held every year on the night of December 31 CELEBRATION at Crocus Expo.

HThe festive atmosphere of the long-awaited New Year’s Eve HOT NEW pervades this fabulously decorated setting, where Russia’s best artists perform and the chefs from Restaurants by Crocus Group serve up thematic menus, throughout a rich program YEAR of entertainment – all of which is broadcast on the ZHARA television channel. In this sense, the project breathes new life and innovation into the traditional format of New Year’s Eve telecasts, offering up something truly fresh. 120 CROCUS GROUP DEVELOPING THE FUTURE DEVELOPING THE FUTURE CROCUS GROUP 121

AWARDS ZHARA MUSIC AWARDS

he ZHARA Music Awards is a new format of award ceremony, founded by Emin Agalarov, Gregory Leps and Sergey Kozhevnikov

The inaugural ceremony took place in 2018 at Crocus City Hall. The award is given out every year to recognize musical achievements from the previous year. How ZHARA differs from traditional awards shows is that winners are selected on air by a jury of 100 of the country’s top personalities, including singers, actors of screen and stage, producers, athletes, and television hosts. It is in their hands to decide who gets to take home the prize in each nomination. This makes the awards some of the most objective in the industry, with the audience witnessing the tally of the votes. 122 CROCUS GROUP DEVELOPING THE FUTURE

MUSLIM MAGOMAEV CULTURAL AND MUSICAL HERITAGE FOUNDATION

The Muslim Magomaev Cultural he foundation organizes and oversees the and Musical Heritage Foundation was Muslim Magomaev International Vocalists Competition, which helps spread the cultural established to honor and preserve legacy of the great musician, while also Timplementing other competitions, concerts, festivals, tours the memory of the great Soviet performer, and workshops. The foundation is involved with the support Muslim Magometovich Magomaev — of gifted children and young musicians, the production of a close friend of Crocus Group performances, films and television programs, philanthropic and social activities and broader musical education president, Aras Agalarov. initiatives. 124 CROCUS GROUP DEVELOPING THE FUTURE

CAFE DOBRODOMIK

he Dobrodomik Cafe project is a place where senior citizens can eat free hot meals on weekdays with their pensioner ID card. As the menu changes from day to day, different portions are served every day. As well as the chance to eat a full meal, going to Dobrodomik is an opportunity to socialise Twith others. Senior citizens can enjoy the cosy and friendly atmosphere where they can eat and interact with others, in a respectful and appreciative environment.

Located at 12 Tushinskaya Ul., Dobrodomik can seat 69 people at a time or several hundred every day. Everything is designed with the elderly and visitors with disabilities in mind, including wheelchair ramps, specially equipped toilets, wide walkways and table arrangements taking into consideration their needs.

Moscow’s Dobrodomik was initiated by businessman and musician Emin Agalarov and the project’s founder Alexandra Sinyak. The cafe belongs to Restaurants by Crocus Group.

CHILDREN’S HOSPICE DOM S MAYAKOM

he Dom s Mayakom Children’s Hospice is a private charity healthcare institution that provides comprehensive assistance to terminally ill children and their families. The Hospice staff relieve suffering and Ttreat symptoms, make children’s dreams come true and fill every day with joy — for as long as possible. Dom s Mayakom is Moscow’s first in-patient hospice facility that has everything from highly qualified doctors and volunteers to modern equipment, state-of-the-art medicines and anaesthetics.

The project was made possible thanks to the Podari Zhizn and Vera charity foundations, with the construction of the in-patient facility, carried out by Crocus Group with the direct participation of the company’s President Araz Agalarov.

The children’s hospice project in the centre of Moscow is one of a kind. In total, Crocus Group spent RUB 400 million on the project. DEVELOPING THE FUTURE