VDK Bank Acquires The Fenix in Ghent
Baltisse is proud to disclose a significant development in our investment journey. Following the sustainable transformation of the Fenix, a 6.648 sqm office project, we are pleased to announce that vdk bank has chosen this landmark building for its future headquarters in the heart of Ghent.
The decision by VDK Bank to acquire The Fenix was significantly influenced by the building's sustainable attributes and its BREEAM Excellent status, which ensures optimal energy efficiency for its future endeavors.
Located in the vibrant & historical core of the city, The Fenix's strategic positioning is a critical asset in the current competitive market for talent, where a premium office location is increasingly vital for attracting top-tier professionals.
This acquisition serves as a testament to Baltisse's strategy of value-added investments, transforming older structures into modern, sustainable properties. We're not merely renovating; we're reenvisioning their potential.
The transformation of The Fenix is advancing rapidly, with completion anticipated by this summer, less than one year after its acquisition by Baltisse!
https://lnkd.in/eewc_e5n#SustainableDevelopment#RealEstateInvestment#Gent#VDKBank
Megaworld Corporation sweeps technology awards at Real Estate Asia 2024
The Smart City Solutions secure triple win in digital and smart technology categories. Megaworld Corporation, a leader in urban innovations, clinched three coveted awards at the Real Estate Asia Awards 2024, demonstrating its unparalleled expertise in digital initiatives and smart technology in the Philippines.
These prestigious awards include:
1. Digital Initiative of the Year - Philippines,
2. Smart Technology of the Year - Philippines, and
3. Technology Innovation of the Year - Philippines,
underscoring Megaworld's commitment to transforming urban living through cutting-edge technology.
The heart of these achievements is the Township Analytics and Technology Laboratory, a state-of-the-art hub dedicated to crafting smart city solutions that enhance safety, efficiency, and sustainability. This laboratory is not just a testbed for futuristic urban environments but a working model of how technology can create interconnected, intelligent ecosystems that
prioritise the well-being of residents.
Congratulations Megaworld Corporation!
#artificialintelligence#technology#digitaltransformation#realestateasia
The industry's brightest stars dazzled at the Sands Expo & Convention Centre on 4 June 2024, for the Real Estate Asia Awards and the inaugural Built Environment Awards. Celebrating the pinnacle of innovation and sustainability, this prestigious event honoured visionary projects and trailblazing companies transforming Asia's real estate landscape.
Congratulations to all the winners for their remarkable contributions and commitment to excellence 🏆
To view the full list, visit: https://bit.ly/4bJppqx#RealEstateAsiaAwards#BuiltEnvironmentAwards
Mitiska REIM has today announced on behalf of the MEREP Light Industrial Fund the acquisition of Village Économique Montataire, an income-producing SME business park adjacent to the city of Creil in the Greater Paris region.
Situated on an urban infill location close to the main departmental road connecting Compiègne with the northern L’Oise region, the business park has an existing gross leasable area (GLA) of 22,000 sqm comprised of around 60 SME units and offices ranging in size from 30-3,000 sqm.
As part of its value-add strategy, Mitiska REIM plans to refurbish the existing buildings on site and upgrade them to achieve a BREEAM Official certification of “Very Good”. Mitiska REIM is also investigating the potential to develop an additional 8,000 sqm GLA of SME units on the remaining land of the 7.1-hectare site.
Bram Thomas, Mitiska REIM’s Managing Director for Belgium, the Netherlands and France, comments: “This latest addition to the portfolio is a great example of a currently unloved convenience real estate project with significant upside potential that can be realized through refurbishment, sustainability initiatives and add-on extensions as part of our value-add program. We continue to look for further sites in France in order to expand our portfolio of convenience real estate assets, spanning retail parks, urban logistics and multi-let light industrial opportunities.”
Mitiska REIM was advised on the acquisition by OUDOT (Notary),
FAIRWAY AVOCATS (Legal and Fiscal) and Apave (Technical and Environmental).
#conveniencerealestate#retailparks#lightindustrial#SME#urbanlogistics#selfstorage#esg
Wednesday, April 3 #Warsaw#PolandMRP Studio - This week Coffee with Craig Show SPONSORED by Fruitisimo Group - daily CRE news covering the CEE/SEE/Baltics region with Craig Smith and Winston Norman
watch our exclusive interview with Jan Hummel, Founder, CEO, Fruitisimo Group. Shopping Center owners! expansion plans into Poland 2024
https://lnkd.in/dvCvQ5RM
-- Publications 2024/5
- EuropaProperty Investment GUIDE – OCTOBER – EXPO REAL (Messe München)
- EuropaProperty Retail Guide - November - MAPIC World
2025 - EuropaProperty Real Estate Guide - MIPIM
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EuropaProperty Events –2024
April 17 “SEE Real Estate Awards” (#Bucharest)
May 23, “Baltic Real Estate Awards” (#SOPOT, #Poland)
October 15, CRE Awards (#Budapest)
October 24, CEE Investment Awards (#Warsaw)
———-NEWS——-
- Business Park Sofia announced a series of new and renewed leases. Several prominent companies, have opted to establish and expand their operations in #Sofia, #Bulgaria by choosing Business Park Sofia. Among them are KPMG, IT Service, DIGITALL Bulgaria, Telelink, Bang & Olufsen, Gorenje Group inc, Carlsberg Group, and SEGA Black Sea.
“Jordan Krastev, Chief Commercial Officer and Managing Director at Business Park Sofia, said. “These lease agreements underscore BPS’s ability to foster innovation, facilitate collaboration, and provide an exceptional business environment for companies to achieve their strategic business goals.” Business Park Sofia has also unveiled ParkShared, its own-operated co-working space.
- Park Avenue Tower in #Tirana has become the first #Albanian office project to secure BREEAM Official Design Stage certification with an Excellent rating. The process of certification was conducted by experts from Colliers Poland with support from the Colliers Albania team.
Jane Goddard, Deputy CEO and Chief Marketing Officer at BRE. Edyta Chromiec, Associate Director in #ESG Strategic Advisory, Colliers Poland.
“We are poised to set new benchmarks and continue our legacy of delivering exceptional quality and innovation in the Albanian real estate landscape”, says Rudina Murati, Commercial Director, Orion LLC.
- Sierra Balmain will take over property management of #Galeria#Pomorska in #Bydgoszcz. The group will handle all the ongoing operations of the facility. “The new contract shows trust in what we have built. It is also another step in our methodical development”, says Aleksandra Mazzini, Chief Operating Officer of Sierra Balmain.
With this new mandate to manage Galeria Pomorska, Sierra Balmain has increased the managed area to 425,000 sqm of GLA. The company’s portfolio currently consists of 18 properties, including multifunctional shopping and entertainment centres, retail parks, convenience centres, logistic parks, and mixed-use properties.
Zlata BohdanSylwia GajdaMRP StudioYauheni Litvinau#realestate#retail#investment#realestateevent#realestatenews#coffee#events#management#office#warehouse#retailawards#ceo
I recently came across a fantastic video shared by Kinga Ociepa-Kossowska, which brilliantly highlights the importance of #assetoptimisation, #rethinking property use, and implementing #inclusivedesign.
The space featured in the video truly captivated me with its innovative approach. By optimising assets and rethinking how properties can support users and tenants, not only do tenants and office users benefit from a more functional and appealing environment, but property owners also see increased property value and attract new tenants.
Inclusive design, a key feature in the video, fosters a sense of community and accessibility for everyone. This strategic approach aligns with #ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) principles, which are increasingly crucial in today’s market, making everyone feel a part of the inclusive environment.
Overall, this project is a great reminder of how thoughtful advisory and project delivery can benefit all stakeholders.
If you would like to find out more about asset optimisation, check out out recent thought leadership here: https://lnkd.in/dqgcPBQm
Happy to share our recent transformation of the historic LIFE building in central Warsaw. The iconic property formerly known as Atrium Tower on Jana Pawła II street underwent a rethinking exercise to reposition and adopt the LIFE concept which embraces biophilic design, ESG and user well-being as its main priorities.
Refurbishing and future proofing existing stock helps minimize embodied carbon versus new construction, when considering whole life carbon of an asset. This was a key project driver and part of owner VIG fund's vision when acquiring the property in 2018. Cushman & Wakefield served as designer and general contractor.
The transformed building is now ready for use and new tenants are moving in. Take a look at the video for a peak at the very cool interior and exterior. 🙂
Thank you @Caroline Mocker Manuel Simon MRICS for your vision and partnership, and to all members of the project team. Edyta SidwaAnna SzpakAndrew FrizellMarcin GollyRoman LitwinKarol NowakDaria TalarskaAgnieszka StaszekAnna Galek
For all Leasing enquiries, please contact Olga Szczęsna, MBAMałgorzata Arseniuk#rethinking#ESG#whatsnext#teamwork#cushwake
Thursday, March 28 #Warsaw#PolandMRP Studio - This week Coffee with Craig Show SPONSORED by NEWPORT LOGISTICS FUND - daily CRE news covering the CEE/SEE/Baltics region with Craig Smith and Winston Norman
Exclusive interview with Szymon J. Ostrowski, Managing Director of NEWPORT LOGISTICS FUND at MIPIM.
https://lnkd.in/dk8znREX
-- Publications 2024
- CEE/SEE Investment GUIDE – OCTOBER – EXPO REAL (Messe München)
- CEE/SEE Retail Guide - November - MAPIC World
--- EVENTS 2024
EuropaProperty Events –2024
April 17 “SEE Real Estate Awards” (#Bucharest)
May 23, “Baltic Real Estate Awards” (#SOPOT, #Poland)
October 15, CRE Awards (#Budapest)
October 24, CEE Investment Awards (#Warsaw)
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- An international real estate company has purchased Panattoni Park #Wrocław West Gate with a total area of 46,900 sqm. The park is a complex of two buildings that was built to BREEAM Official certification standards. The tenants include international logistics operators, Hellmann Worldwide Logistics and ESA logistika, as well as packaging manufacturer Schumacher Packaging.
“Another successful disposal in the Wroclaw region further confirms Lower Silesia’s and Poland’s investment quality and strong fundamentals of industrial real estate,” comments Michał Stanisławski MRICS, the Head of Asset Disposition at Panattoni.
- Hillwood Poland’s 15 buildings have been certified BREEAM Official In Use at the Excellent level, completing the certification for the company’s entire portfolio. Obtaining the certificates was the result of cooperation with JWA, a consulting firm specializing in green solutions. Renata Michalczyk, Head of Asset and Property Management Poland, Hillwood. Sylwia Bieda, Sustainability Specialist & Junior Coordinator at JWA .
- After holding an interest in the project company for Palais Hansen located on in #Vienna for over ten years, Warimpex Finanz- und Beteiligungs AG announced the sale of it stake in the property. The sale was concluded together with the consortium partner UBM Development.
Located in Vienna’s historic city centre, #Palais#Hansen was converted to a hotel for the World’s Fair in 1873, but was never used as one. In 2007, the consortium partners Porr Solutions (now UBM Development), Warimpex, Wiener Städtische Versicherung, and Wien Holding GmbH decided to undertake the careful refurbishment of the listed building. In March 2013, was opened as a five-star hotel.
“Our core business involves developing projects, operating them to generate stable cash flows, and selling them as soon as the highest added value can be achieved. Palais Hansen has developed very well since 2013, and now the optimal time has come to sell our share,” commented Warimpex CEO Franz Jurkowitsch on the transaction.
#realestate#retail#investment#realestateevent#realestatenews#coffee#events#management#office#warehouse#retailawards#ceo
𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐈𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐬𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐬 𝐨𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐲 𝐢𝐧 𝐒𝐭𝐨𝐜𝐤𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐦 𝐭𝐨 𝐒𝐰𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐬𝐡 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐥 𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐢𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫 𝐍𝐢𝐚𝐦
Union Investment has successfully sold the Smultronet 6 #office building in #Stockholm above the latest valuation. The property has been part of the portfolio of the institutional property fund UniInstitutional European Real Estate since 2019. The buyer is Swedish property investor Niam. The parties have agreed not to disclose the purchase price in this off-market transaction.
The #property at Fleminggatan 39-43 / Celsiusgatan 10 was built in 1939 by the renowned Swedish architect Sven Wallander and extensively modernised in 2013. It is located in the Kungsholmen district, directly adjacent to Stockholm’s city centre. The submarket is considered an extension of Stockholm's traditional #CBD due to its central location and excellent accessibility.
Smultronet 6 has a lettable area of approximately 11,500 sqm, spread over three parts of the #building with up to eight upper floors. The space is currently 11 percent let to various smaller office tenants and a restaurant. The building's former main tenant, HSB Housing Association, vacated the premises at the end of May this year. Niam will undertake a full #refurbishment and #repositioning of the building.
"The sale of Smultronet 6 proves that #profitable#transactions are possible even in the current challenging environment in the Swedish investment market. The key to the successful sale was the property's significant #upside#potential, which can now be realised after the former main tenant HSB has moved out," says Martin Schellein, Head of Investment Management Europe at Union Investment.
Union Investment was advised on the transaction by Advokatfirman Cederquist.
#realestate#sale#investment
This acquisition of a large office building (9,200 m2) with a view to converting it into housing and medical space is perfectly in line with the real estate market current trends.
The housing crisis in Brussels and the need to increase the supply of housing.
Public authorities are increasingly imposing a mix of functions on new developments.
Falling demand for office space and for older buildings need for major renovation in order to achieve A energy performance target with carbon neutrality and no use of fossil fuels. (The Tervuren Plaza building dates back to 1983 and was renovated in 2003). A recent report published by real estate consultant JLL, about the activity in the Brussels office market in 2023, shows that 60% of the take-up has been in "Grade A" buildings.
Baltisse acquires Tervuren Plaza for High-End Residences
We are thrilled to announce our recent acquisition of Tervuren Plaza, a prestigious property located on the Avenue of Tervuren in Brussels. The property was acquired from Aik Immobilien-Kapitalanlagegesellschaft and boasts a total size of 9,200 square meters along with 200 parking spaces. With its rich history of serving the European Commission, we are excited to breathe new life into this iconic space.
Our vision for Tervuren Plaza includes transforming 6,800 square meters of it into 70 high-end apartments, while also dedicating 2,400 square meters to a state-of-the-art medical center. This strategic combination not only aligns with our commitment to quality architecture but also reflects our ambitious ESG goals.
Alex De Witte shared his thoughts on this exciting venture: "This acquisition perfectly fits within our strategy to acquire existing buildings and give them a new purpose that seamlessly matches their location. With full attention to qualitative architecture and ambitious ESG goals, Tervuren Plaza will soon shine as a symbol of excellence."
We extend our gratitude to our partners in this endeavor: Cushman & Wakefield and Clifford Chance . Your expertise and support have been invaluable in making this project a reality.
Stay tuned for updates on the transformation of Tervuren Plaza into a hub of luxury living and healthcare excellence. We look forward to creating a space that enriches the community and reflects our commitment to excellence.
#RealEstate#PropertyAcquisition#HighEndResidences#TervurenPlaza#ESGGoals#brussels
Next step in #Munich: Union Investment and Hines are launching LOVT #Vibe, the second construction phase of the #LOVT Munich #transformation project. The entire building ensemble, formerly known as "Mediaworks Munich", will undergo a comprehensive #revitalisation, which is to be completed in various construction phases between 2026 and 2029. It is part of the portfolio of our open-ended real estate funds UniImmo: Europa and UniImmo: Deutschland and is a joint venture between Union Investment and Hines.
In addition to the #development of the first construction phase LOVT Vision, the LOVT Vibe is now the new eye-catcher in the heart of Munich's #Werksviertel as a modern new #office building: the building is constructed using a timber-hybrid design. It is also designed in such a way that it can respond quickly and efficiently to future changes in use.
With the #modernisation of the existing building structure and the addition of forward-looking architecture and open spaces, a place is being created here that places encounters at the centre of new working environments. #Living, #working, #mobility, gastronomy, entertainment, art and culture are merging in the neighbourhood to create a unique #urban community. LOVT Munich offers the ideal space for the changing needs of future tenants: Loft-like spaces with high ceilings for maximum flexibility, the highest fit-out standards and quality of stay.
#realestate#assetmanagement
We feature in another article, this time by Building Design. "BGY works up plans to overhaul another 1970s London office".
Proposing a redevelopment for 14 Gray’s Inn Road, a 1970s London office, our plans submitted to Camden Council, in collaboration with General Projects and Valeo Capital, who aim to increase floorspace by 77% resulting in 165,000 sq ft.
Sustainability features include terraces on each floor, fossil-free energy, and 120 photovoltaic panels, achieving a net-zero operation. The project near Chancery Lane Underground Station emphasises material conservation, saving 42,240 tonnes of material and 4,462 tonnes of embodied carbon. Additionally, the scheme commits to recycling 95% of redevelopment waste.
Find out more:
https://lnkd.in/ed5KYSHi#bgy#statement#architecture#planning#press#new#news#london#europe#retrofit#sustainability
Head of Industrial Agency - Member of the Management Committee at CEUSTERS
1moCongrats Baltisse Real Estate and vdk bank. Impressive deal Karel Colson & Quinten Van Hoorebeke (CEUSTERS) 👏🏻