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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

James Hiatt Joins Savills to Strengthen Central London Investment Team in 2025

(IN BRIEF) Savills has announced the appointment of James Hiatt as a Director in its Central London Investment team, with Hiatt set to join in 2025 after a period of gardening leave. Hiatt, who brings over 17 years of experience … 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

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

Savills Announces Second Two-Day Auction, Showcasing Diverse Property Portfolio

(IN BRIEF) Savills is gearing up for its second two-day auction of the year on April 15th and 16th, in response to high demand for their online live-streamed auctions. The auction will feature a diverse catalog of 280 residential, commercial, … Read the full press release

Toby Anderdon Returns to Savills Sloane Street as Director, Bringing Wealth of Local Experience

(IN BRIEF) Toby Anderdon has rejoined Savills Sloane Street sales department as a director, bringing over a decade of experience in the Royal Borough of Kensington & Chelsea. Previously recognized as a ‘rising star’ by Spear’s 500 during his tenure … Read the full press release

Savills Partners with Women in Wellies Podcast, Empowering Rural Women’s Voices

(IN BRIEF) Savills Rural Team announces sponsorship of Women in Wellies podcast, amplifying voices of rural women in Scotland. Podcast, created by Charlotte Gilfillan and Hannah Lloyd, showcases inspiring stories of rural women. Partnership highlights commitment to showcasing opportunities in … Read the full press release

Savills Bolsters Central London Dilapidations Team with Key Appointments

(IN BRIEF) Savills has reinforced its central London dilapidations and lease management team with the addition of Adam Nash as Director and Ollie Hill as Associate. With nearly 20 years of experience, Adam brings a wealth of expertise in dilapidations, … Read the full press release

Savills Appoints Ollie Saunders as Head of Self Storage, Strengthening Operational Capital Markets Team

(IN BRIEF) Savills has announced the appointment of Ollie Saunders as its new Head of Self Storage, based at the firm’s Margaret Street head office in London. With nearly three decades of experience, Ollie brings extensive expertise in the European … Read the full press release

Realty Income Announces Sale-Leaseback Deal with Decathlon for 82 Retail Properties Across Europe

(IN BRIEF) The Monthly Dividend Company, Realty Income, has finalized a sale-leaseback agreement involving 82 retail properties leased to Decathlon SE, a renowned global sports retailer. The portfolio spans across key European markets such as Germany, France, Spain, Italy, and … Read the full press release

Savills Celebrates Apprenticeship Excellence at Second Annual Awards Ceremony

(IN BRIEF) Savills, the international real estate advisor, commemorated the achievements of its young talent during its second annual Apprenticeship Awards held in London’s Margaret Street office coinciding with National Apprenticeship Week. With over 110 apprentices, mentors, and employees in … Read the full press release

Peel Hall Sale by Savills Manchester Wins Top Award at NW Insider Property Awards

(IN BRIEF) The Savills Manchester development team has received the ‘Deal of the Year’ award at the North West Insider Residential Property Awards for their role in the sale of Peel Hall in Warrington. The award was shared among Savills, … Read the full press release

Savills Appoints Olivia Sutcliffe to Bolster Social Value Team and Advance Community Impact

(IN BRIEF) Savills has welcomed Olivia Sutcliffe as an Associate in its Social Value team, reinforcing the firm’s commitment to expanding its Savills Earth services. Olivia, a recognized leader in social value, brings a wealth of experience, having previously served … Read the full press release

Savills Appoints Henry Godsal as Head of Investment Strategy and Asset Management in Cambridge

(IN BRIEF) Savills has expanded its team in Cambridge with the appointment of Henry Godsal as Head of Investment Strategy and Asset Management. Henry, who previously worked at Fineman Ross LLP as an equity partner, brings extensive experience in advising … Read the full press release

Savills Expands EMEA Data Centre Advisory Team with New Appointment

(IN BRIEF) Savills has bolstered its EMEA data centre advisory team by bringing in Rupert Duckworth as an associate director at the company’s Margaret Street head office. With over six years of experience in the real estate sector, specializing in … Read the full press release

Planning Consultancy Savills Expands Brighton Office Due to Increased Demand

(IN BRIEF) Savills Planning, a planning and development consultancy firm, has expanded its Brighton office to accommodate its growing team and services. The company opened its Brighton office in 2019 and has since outgrown its previous space. The team, now … Read the full press release

Savills Manchester Economist Emma Leung Recognized as 2023 Rising Star by IED

(IN BRIEF) Emma Leung, a senior economist at Savills in Manchester, received the Rising Star of the Year award at the 2023 Institute of Economic Development (IED) Annual Awards. The ceremony, held in Birmingham, celebrated Emma’s exceptional contributions to the … Read the full press release

New Leadership at Savills Birmingham: Victoria Burgin Takes the Helm

(IN BRIEF) Savills has appointed Victoria Burgin as the new head of its Birmingham office, effective from January 1, 2024, succeeding Simon Farrant. Burgin currently leads the property management team in Birmingham and has experience in managing high-profile portfolios and … Read the full press release

Savills Unveils New State-of-the-Art Office in Bath’s Historic Milsom Street

(IN BRIEF) Savills, a real estate firm, has relocated to a new office in Bath, UK, situated on Milsom Street, a historic shopping street. The 2,500 sq. ft. office, housed in an elegant Georgian building, offers a modern and flexible … Read the full press release

Giles Sutcliffe Joins Savills as Director for Affordable Housing Valuations

(IN BRIEF) Savills has welcomed Giles Sutcliffe as Director to its Affordable Housing Consultancy team, where he will lead housing valuations for portfolios, new developments, land opportunities, and Section 106 planning agreements. With almost 30 years of experience in affordable … Read the full press release

Global Real Estate Valued at $379.7 Trillion in 2022, Surpassing Equities and Debt Securities Combined, Reports Savills

(IN BRIEF) Savills has revealed that the total value of global real estate, including residential, commercial, and agricultural properties, reached $379.7 trillion in 2022, solidifying its status as the world’s most significant store of wealth. This value exceeds the combined … Read the full press release

Industrial Outdoor Storage in Europe Set for Robust Growth, Says Savills Report

(IN BRIEF) Savills’ latest Spotlight report predicts substantial expansion in Europe’s industrial outdoor storage (IOS) sector, with a projected annual investment growth rate of 4.5% over the next five years. IOS facilities, designed to accommodate outdoor storage needs for various … Read the full press release

Leadership Transition at Savills: Caroline Pontifex to Lead KKS Savills

(IN BRIEF) Savills, the international real estate advisor, has appointed Caroline Pontifex as the new head of its workplace consultancy and design studio, KKS Savills. Caroline brings over 35 years of experience and specializes in occupier and workplace strategy. She … Read the full press release

French Capital’s European Real Estate Investments Surge in H1 2023, Spain Tops Destination

(IN BRIEF) According to Savills research, French capital invested in European real estate reached nearly €3.2 billion in H1 2023, constituting 10% of all cross-border investments. This represents a significant increase from the 5% share recorded in the previous year … Read the full press release

Savills and Gerald Eve Seek Forward Funding Partner for Dominus’ £200 Million ‘Medlock Tower’ Student Accommodation in Manchester

(IN BRIEF) Savills and Gerald Eve have been appointed by developer Dominus to find a forward funding partner for a student accommodation project in Manchester, known as “Medlock Tower.” The £200 million development will consist of a 37-story super-prime student … Read the full press release

Homes England Seeks Development Partner for DeHavilland Park: A Promising Solution to Hertfordshire’s Housing Needs

(IN BRIEF) Homes England, the government’s housebuilding accelerator, is seeking a preferred development partner for a 135-acre site at the former Panshanger Aerodrome in Hertfordshire, now known as DeHavilland Park. The site has been granted permission for 860 residential properties, … 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

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

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

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

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

Rico Picenoni appointed Head of Savills Global Residential Development Consultancy

(IN BRIEF) Rico Picenoni has been appointed as the head of Savills Global Residential Development Consultancy. Based in London, he joins from Savills Dubai, where he served as a director in the team of branded residential specialists for two years. … Read the full press release

Savills Completes £18m Land Sale for Potential 600 New Homes in Ipswich, Suffolk

(IN BRIEF) Real estate advisor Savills has completed an £18m land sale on behalf of a private landowner, paving the way for the potential construction of 600 new homes on the outskirts of Ipswich, Suffolk. The 82-acre site, situated across … Read the full press release

Savills Supports Legacy Hotels & Resorts in Developing Bespoke ESG Strategy

(IN BRIEF) Savills Sustainability Consultancy has successfully assisted Legacy Hotels & Resorts in creating a customized Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) strategy that will guide the company’s goals over the next three years. Legacy Hotels & Resorts, a prominent hotel … Read the full press release

Demand Soars for Savills Auctions, Prompting Recruitment Drive and Record Property Sales

(IN BRIEF) Savills Auctions has announced the addition of three new recruits to its team to meet the growing demand for its auction services. The hires bring expertise across the commercial sector, and their appointments come after a record-breaking year … Read the full press release

Savills obtient un permis de construire pour trois nouveaux bâtiments à Oxford Science Park

(ACTUALITÉ EN BREF) Le parc scientifique d’Oxford a obtenu un permis de construire du conseil municipal d’Oxford pour le développement de trois bâtiments qui fourniront 65 539 pieds carrés d’espaces de laboratoire et de bureaux. Les planificateurs de Savills ont … Read the full press release