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UK Allocates £18.5 Million for Green Transition Ecosystem Projects to Tackle Ecological Challenges

(IN BRIEF) The UK government has allocated £18.5 million to fund four Green Transition Ecosystem projects aimed at addressing ecological challenges through design-based solutions. The initiatives encompass various areas, including retrofitting houses for improved energy efficiency, sustainable medical equipment usage, … Read the full press release

Logicor Expands Logistics Portfolio with Acquisition of Greenfield Development in Lelystad, Netherlands

(IN BRIEF) Logicor, a prominent logistics real estate developer, owner, and manager in Europe, has finalized the acquisition of a logistics greenfield development site in Lelystad, Netherlands. The site spans over 61,000 m2 and will host the construction of three … Read the full press release

Efterklang’s Sound Design for NOFO Hotel & Wine Bar Earns Coveted Red Dot Award

(IN BRIEF) Efterklang, a part of AFRY, has been honored for its inventive and creative utilization of sound design and audio branding. The customized sound design concept created for the NOFO Hotel & Wine Bar in Stockholm has been recognized … Read the full press release

EBRD Supports LifeSpot in Tackling Poland’s Housing Shortage Amid Refugee Influx

(IN BRIEF) The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) is granting a loan of up to €25 million to LifeSpot, a residential rental accommodation operator in Poland. The loan aims to address Poland’s housing shortage, which has been exacerbated … Read the full press release

Skanska to Construct Ambitious and Climate-Friendly Care Home in Bergen, Norway, Valued at SEK 550 Million

(IN BRIEF) Skanska has entered into an agreement with the Municipality of Bergen in Norway to construct the Midtbygda care home. The contract is valued at approximately NOK 548 million (about SEK 550 million) and will be part of Skanska’s … Read the full press release

Stradivarius Set to Make Debut in Germany’s ECE Shopping Center at Milaneo Stuttgart, Expanding Inditex’s Presence

(IN BRIEF) Inditex’s fashion brand, Stradivarius, is set to debut in Germany at the ECE shopping center, Milaneo Stuttgart. The leasing contract has been signed, and the store is scheduled to open in November 2023, marking the brand’s first-ever store … Read the full press release

Georg Jensen to Open Flagship Store on London’s Bond Street in 2023

(IN BRIEF) Georg Jensen, a Danish jewellery designer, is set to open a new flagship store at 108 Bond Street by the end of 2023. The three-story store will cover approximately 5,000 sq ft and showcase the brand’s designer jewellery, … Read the full press release

Prime Warehouse Costs Surge Globally, Sydney Overtakes Hong Kong in Savills Report

(IN BRIEF) Total costs for prime warehousing space, including rents, service charges, and taxes, have increased by 10.1% over the 12 months leading up to June 2023, surpassing the 8% annual increase recorded between 2021 and 2022, according to Savills … Read the full press release

Savills Partners with National Grid on Land and Property Framework to Support Net Zero Goals

(IN BRIEF) Savills, a real estate services provider, has secured a five-year framework contract with National Grid UK Land and Property. Starting in September 2023, this partnership will support National Grid’s efforts to achieve its net zero targets. Savills will … Read the full press release

Homeowners Eye Greener Homes, But Cost Remains Hurdle: NatWest Greener Homes Attitude Tracker

(IN BRIEF) The latest Greener Homes Attitude Tracker by NatWest and S&P Global reveals that 66% of homeowners plan to make improvements to the environmental sustainability of their properties within the next ten years. While a high Energy Performance Certificate … Read the full press release

Desire for Sustainable Homes Persists Despite Cost Barrier, Says NatWest’s Greener Homes Attitude Tracker

NatWest Survey: UK Regional Business Activity Slows in July 2023, Employment Holds Steady while Inflation Trends Vary

(IN BRIEF) A study by NatWest and S&P Global reveals that while one in four millennials consider a high Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating essential when buying a home, the cost of sustainable home improvements remains a significant barrier. Homeowners … Read the full press release

Savills Foresees Normalcy Returning to Global Industrial Investment Market by Year-End, Office Markets Showing Stabilization Signs

(IN BRIEF) Savills predicts a return to normalcy in the global industrial investment market by the end of 2023, as the interest rate cycle stabilizes and inflation cools. Despite suppressed global office investment volumes, some areas are showing signs of … Read the full press release

Savills Enhances Heritage and Townscape Team with Dual Senior Consultants

(IN BRIEF) Savills has announced the addition of Trystan Lever and Harry Smith as senior consultants to its expanding Heritage and Townscape team. With diverse backgrounds in both commercial and local government sectors, Trystan and Harry will be based in … Read the full press release

QRT Declares Initial Public Offering for Real Estate Income Trust, Offering Up to $5 Billion in Common Stock

(IN BRIEF) EQT Exeter Real Estate Income Trust, Inc. (EQRT) has announced the effectiveness of its Registration Statement on Form S-11 for its initial public offering of common stock. The company plans to offer up to $5 billion in shares … Read the full press release

Environmental Consultancy Firm LUC Leases Office Space in Manchester’s Fourways Building Amidst Strong Demand for Characterful Spaces

(IN BRIEF) Savills, an international real estate advisor representing XLB & Pictet Alternative Advisors, has secured a new ten-year lease at Fourways in Manchester for environmental consultancy firm LUC (Land Use Consultants). LUC has acquired 2,241 sq ft of office … Read the full press release

Savills Completes Sale of In ‘N’ Out Centres in Cardiff for £1.35 Million

(IN BRIEF) Savills, acting on behalf of MVJ Capital, has successfully sold the In ‘N’ Out Centres, Drive Thru MOT, and Servicing Centre in Cardiff to a private property company for £1.35 million. The property, spanning 3,682 sq ft, features … Read the full press release

Logicor’s Ambitious Redevelopment Plan Creates Modern and Sustainable Logistics Hub in the UK’s Golden Triangle

(IN BRIEF) Logicor, a prominent logistics real estate owner and manager in Europe, is embarking on its largest redevelopment project in the UK. The site, located in the Midlands, within the Golden Triangle logistics hub, will be transformed into Logicor … Read the full press release

Savills Bolsters Healthcare Valuations Team with New Associate Director

(IN BRIEF) Savills, the international real estate advisor, has appointed Katarina Szinekova as an Associate Director in Healthcare Valuations to support the expansion plans of its Healthcare & Senior Living team within the Operational Capital Markets division. With over 10 … Read the full press release

Logicor Expands Presence in France with Acquisition of Urban Logistics Development near Paris

(IN BRIEF) Logicor, a leading logistics real estate company in Europe, has acquired an urban logistics development in the west of Paris from Scannell Properties. The undisclosed deal involves a forward funded speculative development of a modern warehouse spanning approximately … Read the full press release

Savills Strengthens Social Value Team with Appointment of Michael Blake

(IN BRIEF) Savills, a leading global real estate services provider, has appointed Michael Blake as an associate director in its social value team as part of the expanding Savills Earth offering. With a decade of experience in social value and … Read the full press release