Category Archives: Real Estate

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Stora Enso Sells Sunila Site to AALTO Development, Paving Way for Sustainable Energy Innovation Hub

(IN BRIEF) Stora Enso has sold the real estate of its Sunila site in Kotka, Finland, to AALTO Development Oy, a Finnish company known for its focus on quality architecture and urban planning. Stora Enso will remain as a tenant, … Read the full press release

Logicor Renews Lease with DHL Poland, Expanding Pharmaceutical Logistics Hub in Mysłowice

(IN BRIEF) Logicor has extended its lease with DHL Poland at its Mysłowice logistics park, where DHL occupies 12,200 sqm of warehouse space and provides logistical support for Bausch Health Poland. The facility, tailored for pharmaceutical needs with advanced temperature … Read the full press release

GRAHAM Completes First Phase of Major Build-to-Rent Development in Edinburgh’s Bonnington

(IN BRIEF) GRAHAM has completed the first phase of a significant build-to-rent (BTR) development in Bonnington, Edinburgh, transferring the project to developer PLATFORM_. This initiative will ultimately provide 464 new homes, including 116 units for intermediate market rent. The completed … Read the full press release

Crédit Agricole Immobilier Strengthens Market Leadership with Acquisition of Nexity Property Management

(IN BRIEF) Crédit Agricole Immobilier has completed its acquisition of Nexity Property Management, a subsidiary specializing in commercial and residential asset management, solidifying its position as the leading institutional property management player in France. This acquisition enhances Crédit Agricole Immobilier’s … Read the full press release

LAB Entreprenør to Revitalize Bergen Waterfront with New Apartment Complex and Public Promenade in Nøstet District

(IN BRIEF) LAB Entreprenør AS, part of AF Gruppen, has been contracted by OBOS Nye Hjem to develop a NOK 428 million apartment project in Bergen’s Nøstet district. The waterfront project will feature three residential buildings, an underground garage, outdoor … Read the full press release

SIX Swiss Exchange Expands Real Estate ETF Offerings with abrdn’s New Active Fund Listing

(IN BRIEF) SIX Swiss Exchange has welcomed abrdn Investments as a new ETF issuer with the launch of its “abrdn Future Real Estate UCITS ETF.” This actively managed ETF offers investors access to global real estate markets through abrdn’s expertise, … Read the full press release

UK MOD Appoints Savills to Drive Defence Estate Optimisation and Community Impact

(IN BRIEF) The UK Ministry of Defence has appointed Savills as a Strategic Property Advisor to support the Defence Estate Optimisation (DEO) Portfolio, a £5.1 billion investment in modernizing and sustaining Defence Estate infrastructure. Over the next seven years, Savills … Read the full press release

Wiztrust Partners with Icade to Bolster Financial Information Security in French Real Estate

(IN BRIEF) Wiztrust, a leader in blockchain information certification, has partnered with Icade, a major player in the French real estate market, to implement its certification solution. This collaboration enhances Icade’s ability to verify the authenticity of its financial information, … Read the full press release

Deka Immobilien Completes Sale of Portuguese Shopping Centre to Fundo Iberia Shoppings Fund

(IN BRIEF) Deka Immobilien has sold a shopping centre in Torres Novas, Portugal, from one of its institutional real estate funds to the Fundo Iberia Shoppings fund, recently launched by Brazilian bank BTG Pactual and Renato Rique of Allos S/A. … Read the full press release

Icade Maintains Top ESG Ratings and Sustainability Leadership in 2024

(IN BRIEF) Icade has been recognized as a top performer in sustainability by leading ESG rating agencies in 2024. GRESB awarded Icade a score of 90/100, Sustainalytics ranked its ESG risk as “negligible,” placing it among the top 4% of … Read the full press release

Northcrest Developments launches design competition to reimagine 2-km former airport Runway into a vibrant pedestrianized corridor, shaping a new era of placemaking on an international scale

THE RUNWAY AT YZD DESIGN COMPETITION AIMS TO TRANSFORM THE DECOMMISSIONED RUNWAY INTO AN ANCHOR AND CENTREPIECE FOR THE FUTURE 370-ACRE COMMUNITY. (IN BRIEF) Northcrest Developments has launched a global design competition to transform the historic 2-km airstrip at Downsview … Read the full press release

CNP Caution and Garantme Partner to Enhance Access to Housing with New Rental Insurance Solution

(IN BRIEF) CNP Caution, a subsidiary of CNP Assurances, has partnered with Garantme to simplify access to housing through a new rental insurance solution. The partnership combines Garantme’s tech expertise with CNP Caution’s insurance experience, offering a rental deposit product … Read the full press release

CapMan Infra Expands Investment in Hamina’s Energy Infrastructure

(IN BRIEF) CapMan Infra has announced a significant investment in Hamina, Finland, through its CapMan Nordic Infrastructure II fund, acquiring full ownership of Haminan Kaukolämpö Oy and Haminan Sähköverkko Oy from Haminan Energia. This acquisition aims to enhance the utilization … Read the full press release

Vonovia Launches BIM.permit Software to Revolutionize Construction Approvals and Enhance Efficiency

(IN BRIEF) Vonovia has successfully implemented its new BIM.permit software, developed in collaboration with VSK.software, to streamline the approval process for new construction projects by checking 3D models for compliance with building regulations. The initiative marks a significant advancement in … Read the full press release

Logicor and Azuqueca de Henares Join Forces to Boost Sustainability at Municipal Bird Sanctuary with Innovative Lake Restoration Project

(IN BRIEF) Logicor, a prominent European logistics real estate company, has partnered with the City Council of Azuqueca de Henares to enhance sustainability at the Azuqueca de Henares Municipal Bird Sanctuary through a lake restoration project. The initiative involves installing … Read the full press release

PATRIZIA Partners with Far East Organization for Strategic Repositioning of Iconic Pinners Hall in London

(IN BRIEF) PATRIZIA has partnered with Singapore’s Far East Organization to spearhead the repositioning of Pinners Hall, a landmark office building in London, into a premier office space. This initiative aligns with PATRIZIA’s “future of the office” strategy and will … Read the full press release

EIB and Latvian Government Unite to Boost Affordable Housing Development Amidst Growing Shortage

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) is partnering with the Latvian government and the Latvian State Real Estate Company (SRE) to promote the development of affordable rental housing in Latvia. This initiative will be supported by the EIB’s Advisory … Read the full press release

Logicor Strengthens Sustainability Efforts with Tree Planting Initiative in Lüdenscheid

(IN BRIEF) Logicor celebrated its Environmental Day in Lüdenscheid, Germany, for the second consecutive year on September 26, 2024. Partnering with ‘Plant-my-Tree,’ 20 employees planted around 500 trees and checked on the growth of trees planted the previous year. This … Read the full press release

CapMan Real Estate and Riksbyggen Forge Strategic Partnership for Residential Property Management in Sweden

(IN BRIEF) CapMan Real Estate has entered a strategic partnership with Riksbyggen to manage its residential properties across Sweden. The collaboration aims to provide high-quality living environments by focusing on tenant satisfaction, safety, and sustainability. CapMan is expanding its investments … Read the full press release

Logicor Begins Sustainable Redevelopment of Langenfeld Property, Targeting BREEAM Certification

(IN BRIEF) Logicor has initiated the redevelopment of a 34,600 m² site in Langenfeld, Germany, transforming an outdated logistics facility into a modern, sustainable corporate property. The new 21,100 m² building will be divided into four units and is designed … Read the full press release