International law firm Pinsent Masons has opened an office in Warsaw with a team of over 40 people. The new office will handle complex investment projects from the outset, focusing on real estate, infrastructure, construction, mergers and acquisitions, banking and finance, and cross-border matters.

Administrative costs for modern office buildings in Romania are set to rise by approximately 10% in 2026 compared to last year, according to Colliers. The increases stem from higher property taxes, inflation and rising wages, with utility costs excluded as these are typically billed separately.

Logistics company WLS has extended its lease for warehouse space covering 10,000 sqm at Prologis Park Bratislava. 

Panattoni has commenced construction on City Logistics Łódź V, an urban logistics development totalling 42,000 sqm. The project, situated in the eastern district of the city, represents a strategic brownfield redevelopment designed to meet rising demand for last-mile delivery infrastructure.

Business leaders from finance, energy, technology, real estate and professional services will gather in Bucharest next week to discuss how companies can navigate economic uncertainty, technological disruption and shifting market dynamics. Bucharest Business Forum 2026 brings together senior executives, investors and decision-makers for an afternoon focused on leadership, transformation and long-term growth opportunities.

UDI Group has obtained a building permit for building B of its key project in Prague's Smíchov district. The project, previously known as Vltava Meadows, now enters the construction phase under the official name Side Smíchov Living. 

Commercial real estate investment in CEE is on track for another record year, with Prague maintaining its position as the region's safest market, according to Colliers.

Danubius Hotels Zrt. has spent HUF 50 billion (€125 million) from its own funds on refurbishing its hotels over the past five years, with renovations continuing. The British-owned company employs more than 2,000 people in Hungary and operates 16 hotels with 4,046 rooms.

Innovinia has announced its acquisition of a 17,500 sqm industrial hall in eastern Kecskemét, increasing its total assets under management to over 270,000 sqm.

The Reico Long Lease open-ended fund, managed by Reico investment company Erste Asset Management, is expanding its portfolio of properties with a new segment. Alongside office buildings, logistics centres and rental housing, it will now include a school building.