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News SIOR leadership on market trends, membership growth, and industry shifts in Europe
03
Dec
2024

SIOR leadership on market trends, membership growth, and industry shifts in Europe

by Ákos Budai
At the recent Expo Real, leaders from the Society of Industrial and Office Realtors (SIOR) shared insights into emerging trends in the commercial real estate market, highlighting shifts in market sentiment, key industry trends, and the organization’s strategic membership growth across Europe. In a discussion with Property Forum, Robert Thornburgh, CEO of SIOR, Iain Finnegan, European Region Chapter President and founder of Finnegan Menton, and Matthew Leguen de Lacroix, Head of Business Development for SIOR in EMEA, discussed the evolving industrial and office investment landscape.
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News CTP eyes expansion into new markets
29
Nov
2024

CTP eyes expansion into new markets

by Ákos Budai
In a recent conversation with Property Forum at Expo Real, Karel Stránský, CTP’s newly appointed Group Business Development Director, shared his vision for advancing CTP’s growth in high-potential regions and expanding its solutions across markets. Joining CTP after a long career serving industrial tenants, Stránský discussed his immediate goals and what trends are set to reshape the logistics and warehousing industry by 2025.
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News Romania’s property sector could use a smaller VAT for renovations
21
Nov
2024

Romania’s property sector could use a smaller VAT for renovations

by Ovidiu Nicolae
Edwin Warmerdam, Partner, Head of Tax at Forvis Mazars in Romania, spoke to Property Forum about the taxation outlook in 2025 and the tax changes that could spur investments in the local market.
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News Revolutionizing retail: Dominik Uhe (Kaufland) talks strategy
19
Nov
2024

Revolutionizing retail: Dominik Uhe (Kaufland) talks strategy

by Property Forum
Dominik Uhe, Head of Investor Relationship Management at Kaufland International, shared insights into the retail giant’s evolving role in the supermarket sector, strategies for fostering investor confidence, and the company’s commitment to ESG innovation. With a focus on flexibility, long-term partnerships, and sustainable development, Dominik offers a forward-looking perspective on how Kaufland is shaping the future of retail real estate in CEE and beyond.
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News Now is the time of retail parks
24
Oct
2024

Now is the time of retail parks

by Michał Poręcki
Jacek Wesołowski, Managing Director of Trei Real Estate Poland, has talked to Property Forum about the rising popularity of retail parks in Polish cities, the expansion in the PRS market and the challenges for the coming years.
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News Romania’s retail market sees increased demand for experiential shopping
18
Oct
2024

Romania’s retail market sees increased demand for experiential shopping

by Ovidiu Nicolae
Affan Yildirim, General Manager, member of the Board of Directors of Anchor Grup, and member of the Board of Directors of MallDova, talked to Property Forum about the trends shaping the Romanian retail market and the investments made in București Mall over the past 25 years to accommodate evolving demands of tenants and shoppers. 
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News Energy efficiency isn’t just about photovoltaic panels or heat pumps
15
Oct
2024

Energy efficiency isn’t just about photovoltaic panels or heat pumps

by Michał Poręcki
Krzysztof Trembowski, Senior Project Director at cmT Group has talked to Property Forum about the demand for BTS projects, the rapid development of energy-saving technologies and rising reliance on the prefabricated elements.
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News Top legal expert sees shorter lease terms and clauses for more adaptive occupancy options
04
Oct
2024

Top legal expert sees shorter lease terms and clauses for more adaptive occupancy options

by Property Forum
Bogdan Papandopol, Partner and Head of Dentons’ Global Real Estate Group in Bucharest, talked to Property Forum about the growing investments in green property projects and the reduction of lease terms in the commercial sector. 
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News WING has completely transformed Budapest - What are the plans for the coming years?
03
Oct
2024

WING has completely transformed Budapest - What are the plans for the coming years?

by Gergely Ditróy
Over the last two and a half decades, a lot has changed in the Hungarian real estate market. Spectacular investments have shaped the image of the capital, while the modern real estate market as we know it today has gradually emerged. The biggest players were already present in the late 90s, including WING, which is 25 years old this year. During this time, the group has undergone dynamic changes, reflected not only in its developments in Budapest but also in its presence on international markets. We talked to Noah Steinberg, CEO of WING Group and Chairman of the Supervisory Boards of Echo Investment in Poland and Bauwert in Germany, about the main challenges of the past 25 years, the strategy that has been most effective in addressing them and the plans the group has for the next 25 years.
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News Tennant Company looks to boost market presence in CEE
18
Sep
2024

Tennant Company looks to boost market presence in CEE

by Ovidiu Nicolae
Attila Gorbai, General Manager of Tennant Company in CEE, spoke with Property Forum about the portfolio expansion of Tennant’s robotic cleaning machines following their integration into Tennant Company and the company’s vision to expand their role in the floor care market across the CEE.
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New leases

  • Auchan will open a new 7,000 sqm hypermarket at the end of next year in Sun Plaza, the shopping mall owned by CPI Romania. This move is part of a broader strategy to reposition Sun Plaza, which will undergo a phased modernization process starting in June. The space was previously leased by Carrefour.
  • A new flagship Stay Fit Gym centre will open this summer in the Palas mixed-use complex, owned by Iulius in the center of Iași. The chain currently includes 52 locations and boasts over 60,000 active members.
  • CCC, a chain of footwear and clothing shops, has opened a two-storey shop of over 1,600 sqm in Warsaw's Promenada gallery

New appointments

  • CBRE Romania has announced the promotion of Ramona Hîrnea to the role of Head of Investor Retail Leasing for its national operations. With over 22 years of experience in commercial space leasing, Ramona brings a comprehensive perspective on the retail market, gained both from her position as a consultant for property owners and as a representative of tenants.
  • Marcin Janik has taken up the position of head of the southern Poland region at CBRE. He will be responsible for Silesia, Małopolska and the previously serviced Wrocław.
  • GTC Group has appointed Miklos Egri as Chief Operating Officer. The new manager will be responsible for the company's day-to-day operational and administrative management in the Central and Eastern European markets.

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