18
Feb
2025
Feb
2025
Mall developments return strong in Romania
In 2025, deliveries of over 200,000 sqm of new retail space are expected in Romania, of which almost half will be shopping malls, according to a report by Colliers Romania.
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17
Feb
2025
Feb
2025
Union Investment evaluates selling shopping centre in Prague
The Palladium shopping centre in Prague, owned by Union Investment, is currently up for sale, reports hn.cz. The value of the property has increased and is likely to surpass the previous record.
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13
Feb
2025
Feb
2025
Retail development activity in Poland hits decade high
According to the latest report from BNP Paribas Real Estate Poland, Poland’s retail market experienced record growth in 2024, expanding at its fastest pace since 2015. This was driven by the strength of evolving retail parks. Another key report finding is the growth of the luxury goods market and the increasing practical use of AI in retail.
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10
Feb
2025
Feb
2025
Reconstruction of Prague’s Kotva store begins
The reconstruction of the Kotva department in Prague is starting today, one year after its closure, reports Archiweb.cz. This is symbolically happening on the 50th anniversary of its opening. The owner is Generali Real Estate.
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06
Feb
2025
Feb
2025
One United Properties to expand in retail parks segment
Romanian developer One United Properties, specialized in office and premium residential projects, is looking to build a portfolio in the retail segment.
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03
Feb
2025
Feb
2025
Iulius commissions Foster + Partners for mixed-use projects in Romania
Romanian developer Iulius has comissioned UK-based Foster + Partners architecture studio to work on two projects in Romania.
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03
Feb
2025
Feb
2025
M Core fully purchases MAS strip malls in Romania
M Core Group has purchased seven strip malls in Romania from property investor MAS for an undisclosed sum. The projects with a combined leasable area of around 32,000 sqm have a full occupancy rate. The strip malls are based in Slobozia, Focșani, Râmnicu Sărat, Târgu Secuiesc, Sebeș, Făgăraș and Gheorgheni.
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30
Jan
2025
Jan
2025
Retail deliveries in Romania fall 15% in 2024
New retail projects with a combined leasable area of around 180,000 sqm were completed in Romania during 2024, down by around 15% versus 2023, with retail parks accounting for the biggest share of deliveries, according to Cushman & Wakefield Echinox.
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29
Jan
2025
Jan
2025
Leroy Merlin leases 11,000 sqm in Mall Moldova
DIY retailer Leroy Merlin has leased around 11,000 sqm for a new store that will open in Iași-based Mall Moldova during H1 2025.
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27
Jan
2025
Jan
2025
Repaco Capital delivers retail park near Bucharest
Repaco Capital and Weststar Real Estate have delivered the Crevedia Retail Park, near Bucharest, following an investment of €15 million that was partly financed by BT.
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Latest news
- Warsaw office vacancy tightens as supply hits record low
- YIT Czechia completes second phase of Portti Kladno
- Tesco explores sale of Central European units as Kaufland circles
- Romania takes the spotlight at EXPO REAL 2026
- Panattoni sells 150,000 sqm Poznań logistics park
- Rutkowski Group enters Warsaw with Białołęka residential project
- Cushman & Wakefield Echinox maps student housing gap in Romania
- Nhood joins Regata Imobiliare to develop Satul German in Moldova
- Richard Stephens joins Property Forum as Executive Editor & Business Development Director
- Building permits constrain housing supply across Poland
New leases
- Globalworth announced the signing of a lease agreement with B+N Integrated Facility Services, part of the international facility management company LIWO Group, which operates across nine European countries. B+N will occupy approximately 1,500 sqm of office space in Green Court D, Globalworth’s newest development in Bucharest, currently under construction in the Aurel Vlaicu area and scheduled for completion in 2027.
- UDH, one of Poland’s largest distributors of premium imported beers, has leased approximately 1,400 sq m of modern warehouse and office space at the Park Rysy Kraków distribution centre. The tenant, which has chosen to expand its operations in southern Poland, was once again represented by AXI IMMO.
- Golden Star Estate has secured a long-term lease agreement with global technology solutions and consulting provider C&F for nearly 1,900 sqm of office space at the Konstruktorska Business Center. Following the transaction, the property, located in Warsaw’s Mokotów business district, is now almost fully leased. The Polish branch of C&F will officially relocate to the facility at the beginning of 2027.
New appointments
- Indotek Group has announced the appointment of Diederik Bakker as Group Chief Investment Officer and Group Head of Asset Management. In his new role, the Dutch real estate investment professional will gradually assume responsibility for the company's ITAM (investment, transaction, and asset management) activities across 12 European countries, supporting the next phase of Indotek Group’s growth. His focus includes facilitating sound investment decisions across Europe and developing a group-level portfolio management strategy that combines local market knowledge with international asset management know-how.
- Peakside Capital Advisors has appointed Bogi Gabrovic to advise the board and support its investment and acquisition activities in Poland. Gabrovic brings more than 25 years of CEE real estate experience to the role, having previously held senior executive positions at CTP, Golub & Company, and White Star Real Estate, where she managed transactions exceeding €2 billion.
- Katarína Brydone, Jana Vlková and Vendula Maršová have been appointed as the first Equity Partners of Colliers’ Czech business. Brydone brings more than 20 years of experience in international real estate. Vlková has more than 25 years of experience in commercial real estate. Maršová, Partner and Head of Valuation and Advisory Services, brings more than 16 years of experience in real estate valuation and advisory.
