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Contemporary Dining Pavilion Coming to Newport Centre

Simon Property Group, Inc. (NYSE:SPG), a global leader in retail real estate, today unveiled plans detailing a major renovation and rejuvenation of the food area at Newport Centre, one of New Jersey’s premier shopping destinations.  The multi-million dollar project will transform the existing food offerings into a brand new contemporary Dining Pavilion which will complement Newport Centre’s wide selection of fashions, food options and entertainment venues.

“This renovation will create a whole new look that enhances the dining experience,” said Newport Centre General Manager Jeremy Strife. “We’re looking forward to getting this project underway and completed this fall.”

The renovation started today and should be completed in mid-October.  The existing food operation will remain open throughout the duration of the project.

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“Through careful planning, the work being performed will have little or no interruption to the normal flow of business,” Strife said.  “During the renovation, shoppers will still be able to enjoy eating and relaxing at their favorite spots. At the same time, they will see the new dining destination come to life.”

Highlights of the food court  renovation include:

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     · New counters, sinks, and touchless fixtures in the men’s, women’s and family restrooms.

     · New and expanded variety of seating areas.

     · A greater diversity of lighting fixtures and enhanced natural light.

     · Reconfiguration among the existing eateries to create more open space and improved sight      lines.

     · New column finishes and flooring accents.

About Newport Centre

Newport Centre is located in the heart of Jersey City’s Hudson River waterfront community and is managed by Simon Property Group Inc., headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana. Located only minutes from Manhattan, Newport Centre is anchored by Macy’s, JCPenney, Kohl’s and Sears and features more than 130 specialty stores.  Additional Simon Property Group information is available at www.simon.com. Visit www.newportcentre.com for the latest mall events and retailer updates. Newport Centre is on Facebook at www.facebook.com/ShopNewportCentre and @NewportCtr  on Twitter.

About Simon Property Group

Simon Property Group, Inc. (NYSE: SPG) is a S&P 100 company and a global leader in the retail real estate industry.  We currently own or have an interest in more than 325 retail real estate properties in North America, Asia and Europe comprising approximately 243 million square feet. We are headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana and employ approximately 5,500 people in the U.S.  For more information, visit simon.com.

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