In a time of shifting consumer behaviours, rising costs, and increasing sustainability demands, retail landlords must do more than simply lease space. Property Forum spoke with Marek Noetzel, COO of NEPI Rockcastle, about how the region’s largest retail investor is adapting its strategy to meet changing market dynamics. From expanding into new cities to rolling out large-scale refurbishments and solar investments, NEPI Rockcastle is focused on curating experiences, driving operational efficiency, and enabling retailer growth across Central and Eastern Europe.

Nicolae Ciobanu, Managing Partner – Head of Advisory at Fortim Trusted Advisors, talked to Property Forum about the firm’s growth in office leasing and land transactions, as well as the outlook on rents and the role of the defense sector in boosting industrial demand going forward.

Ádám Ambrus, Manager of Amera Grup, talked to Property Forum about the company's ongoing investment of €7 million in the first Accor-branded hotel in Cluj-Napoca and the trends shaping new investments in the city.

Răzvan Brasla, CEO of Cloud9 Residence, talked to Property Forum about the company’s €90 million investment in a new residential complex in northern Bucharest and the trend of homebuyers who want to be close to the main business hub of the city that comprises a wide range of facilities.

Attila Beer, CEO of Alukönigstahl Romania & Republic of Moldova, talked to Property Forum about the demand engines that will drive the market this year and the growing investment in durable envelope solutions for buildings. 

Monia Dobrescu, Partner at Muşat & Asociații, talked to Property Forum about the key role of ESG in investment decisions, the stronger financing requirements for property developments and the strong points of retail in driving investments in 2025. 

Elena Oancea, Co-CEO of Goldbach Group, talked to Property Forum about the group’s ongoing developments in the retail parks niche, the focus on sustainability in its construction and interior design divisions and its pipeline of photovoltaic projects in Romania.

Lavinia Ioniță Rasmussen, Real Estate Partner at Nestor Nestor Diculescu Kingston Petersen (NNDKP), talked to Property Forum about the firm's growing portfolio in industrial and renewable energy, but also about the new EU rules that will boost investments in green buildings.

Yitzhak Hagag, Co-Founder and Chairman of Hagag Development Europe, talked to Property Forum about the company's investment pipeline north of €360 million and its ongoing developments in luxury retail, offices, residential and mixed-use projects.

George Gardin, Country Manager for Romania at Yellow Tree Group, spoke with Property Forum about the group's first pilot development in Romania, Aria Shopping Center, and the investment vision for the local market going forward, with a focus on diversification into hospitality and in-city logistics.