Category Archives: Real Estate

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Schroders Capital Secures £2 Billion Real Estate Mandate from Wales Pension Partnership, Expands Investment in Local and UK-Wide Initiatives

(IN BRIEF) Schroders Capital has secured a £2 billion real estate mandate from the Wales Pension Partnership (WPP), following a previous £500 million private equity mandate. This new mandate will see up to £400 million invested in local initiatives across … Read the full press release

Logicor to Redevelop Vacant Neuss Site into New Business Park

(IN BRIEF) Logicor has obtained a building permit to redevelop a former department store site in Neuss, Germany, into a modern business park. The 25,740 sqm site will feature 12 adaptable units to attract various businesses, enhancing the area’s economic … Read the full press release

CapMan Residential Fund Expands Nordic Footprint with Ursvik Investment

(IN BRIEF) CapMan Residential Fund has expanded its portfolio with a new investment in Ursvik, Sundbyberg, acquiring a forward funding project comprising 289 rental apartments and amenities like an underground parking garage with EV chargers. This strategic move, managed by … Read the full press release

CapMan Real Estate Partners with Nobis to Transform Solna Kasernen 1 into Premier Stockholm Destination

(IN BRIEF) CapMan Real Estate has finalized a 20-year lease agreement with Nobis Hospitality Group to develop the Solna Kasernen 1 property in Stockholm’s Royal Haga project into a luxurious hotel, spa, and conference facility. Located in Hagaparken, the site … Read the full press release

Logicor Breaks Ground on Cutting-Edge Logistics Facility in Gothenburg, Sweden

(IN BRIEF) Logicor, a key player in European logistics real estate, has commenced construction on a state-of-the-art logistics facility in Backa, Gothenburg, Sweden. This project marks Logicor’s strategic expansion in Sweden, aiming to meet the high demand for modern, sustainable … Read the full press release

Driving ESG Ambitions: PATRIZIA’s New Leadership Charts Course for Sustainable Growth

(IN BRIEF) PATRIZIA, a global real assets partner, has restructured its ESG framework, dividing roles to align closer with business lines for enhanced sustainability and impact investing efforts. Mads Rude leads PATRIZIA Global Partners, focusing on impact investing, with Marleen-Bikker-Bekkers … Read the full press release

Savills Workforces Index 2024: Tokyo, New York, and Seoul Lead Global Talent Clusters

(IN BRIEF) Savills’ latest Workforces Index has unveiled Tokyo, New York, and Seoul as the leading hubs for top talent worldwide. The 2024 Impacts program by the renowned real estate advisor analyzed various factors, including workforce size, migration patterns, gender … Read the full press release

BBVA Expands Emission Reduction Targets to Real Estate and Aluminum Sectors

(IN BRIEF) BBVA, in its commitment to decarbonization, has expanded its intermediate emission reduction targets for 2030 to include the real estate sector in Spain and the global aluminum industry. These sectors join the list of targets set by the … Read the full press release

Logicor Completes Expansion of State-of-the-Art Logistics Hub in Vignate for IMA Eurosicma

(IN BRIEF) On May 28th, 2024, Logicor, a prominent player in European logistics real estate, finalized the refurbishment and expansion of a cutting-edge logistics hub in Vignate (MI), Italy. The newly revamped facility, spanning over 25,000 sqm and owned by … Read the full press release

Green Light for Henri Hotel, Restaurants and Shops in the “Alter Fischereihafen” (Old Fishing Port) in Cuxhaven, opening Summer 2026

(IN BRIEF) The project to revitalize Cuxhaven’s historic “Alter Fischereihafen” (Old Fishing Port) has moved forward with the approval of the first construction phase. This phase involves converting the former fish market and processing halls (Fischhallen V and VI) into … Read the full press release

Leighton Asia Secures A$4.3 Billion North District Hospital Expansion Project in Hong Kong

(IN BRIEF) CIMIC Group subsidiary Leighton Asia, in partnership with China Railway First Group, has been awarded the A$4.3 billion North District Hospital (NDH) expansion project by the Hong Kong Hospital Authority. Expected to generate up to A$2.4 billion in … Read the full press release

NatWest Group Facilitates Plus Dane Housing’s Growth Ambitions with £70 Million Funding

(IN BRIEF) Plus Dane Housing, a social housing provider with over 13,500 homes across Merseyside and Cheshire, has embarked on a growth program to address social inequality and support vulnerable tenants, exacerbated by the Covid-19 pandemic. Seeking long-term financing to … Read the full press release

Rarebreed Dining Partners with Savills for Strategic Property Evaluation

(IN BRIEF) Rarebreed Dining, known for its steak-focused pubs including The Plough Inn, Cobham, and The Shurlock Inn, Twyford, has enlisted international real estate advisor Savills to conduct a strategic review of its business and property assets. With sites strategically … Read the full press release

Barclays and British Gas Extend Partnership to Offer Discounted Home Health Check for Mortgage Customers

(IN BRIEF) Barclays has extended its partnership with British Gas to offer residential mortgage customers a discounted British Gas Home Health Check for £50, including an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) at no extra cost. Aimed at addressing homeowners’ confusion about … Read the full press release

Vonovia SE: Positive Start to 2024 with Strong Operating Results and Sustainability Recognition

(IN BRIEF) Vonovia SE, based in Bochum, Germany, began the year with robust operating results, marking a positive start to 2024. The company’s core segment, Rental, saw a notable increase in its EBITDA contribution, reaching €592.9 million during the first … Read the full press release

EBRD Supports Nrep’s Innovative Housing Concept in Poland with PLN 58.9 Million Loan

(IN BRIEF) The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has extended a loan of PLN 58.9 million (€13.7 million) to Nrep Nordic Strategies Fund IV’s Polish subsidiary to facilitate the development of residential housing in Poland. This funding will … Read the full press release

Citycon Launches Incentive Plans to Align CEO Objectives with Shareholder Value

(IN BRIEF) Citycon Oyj’s Board of Directors has approved the launch of a new stock option plan and restricted share unit plan aimed at the Chief Executive Officer, aiming to enhance alignment between shareholder objectives and CEO incentives while bolstering … Read the full press release

Citycon Illuminates Retailers with Innovative Spotlight Solutions Across Nordic Centres

(IN BRIEF) Citycon introduces Spotlight, a dynamic suite of flexible solutions designed to enhance retailer visibility in its Nordic region centres, catering to the evolving retail landscape. Spotlight extends beyond traditional leasing, offering retailers prime exposure in high-traffic areas through … Read the full press release

GIID.org Presenta Investigación Innovadora: “Distritos de Innovación y la Centralidad del Terreno”

(IN BRIEF) El Instituto Global sobre Distritos de Innovación (GIID.org) lanzó hoy su última investigación titulada “Distritos de Innovación y la Centralidad del Terreno”, destacando el papel fundamental del uso del suelo en la transformación de estos distritos para abordar … Read the full press release

Johnson Controls Launches Sustainable Residential Products with Low-GWP Refrigerant

(IN BRIEF) Johnson Controls, a global leader in smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings, has introduced a new suite of residential products optimized for use with low-GWP refrigerant R-454B, aligning with upcoming regulations for reduced hydrofluorocarbon gases. This launch reflects Johnson … Read the full press release