Speedwell buys Warsaw site for SplacePlus expansion

21
May
2026
News - Speedwell buys Warsaw site for SplacePlus expansion #Acquisition #Didier Balcaen #Michał Stępień #Poland #Retail #Speedwell #Targówek #Warsaw

by Property Forum | Industrial

Speedwell Development has acquired a development site in Warsaw's Targówek district from European Logistics Investment (ELI). The developer plans to build premium Small Business Units (SBU) under the SpacePlus brand, expanding one of Warsaw's retail destinations with modern commercial infrastructure.


The site is located next to established retail brands including IKEA and Leroy Merlin. The retail hub attracts approximately eight million visitors annually, making it one of the capital's most active commercial corridors. Its location near the S8 expressway provides excellent visibility and will accommodate flexible SBU space designed for long-term operational performance.

Backed by Belgian family capital through Baltisse Real Estate and Straco Real Estate, Speedwell entered the Polish market in 2024.

"Today's market is far more demanding than it was just a few years ago. Value is created through strong fundamentals, disciplined capital and the ability to deliver quality consistently, even in challenging conditions," said Didier Balcaen, Co-Founder and CEO of Speedwell Development. Michał Stępień, Country Manager at Speedwell Development Polska, said Warsaw remains one of the most attractive real estate markets in the region. "This acquisition represents another important step in the development of our Polish platform and reflects our long-term conviction in the potential of well-connected urban locations."

White & Case acted as legal advisor to Speedwell Development during the transaction, while Gleeds provided technical due diligence support. The parties have not disclosed the transaction value, with further project details expected later this year.




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  • 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.
  • Natland Group has committed to its long-term presence at Prague-based Rohan Business Center through a lease extension covering 2,004 sqm of office space, together with storage facilities and dedicated parking spaces, in a deal brokered by iO Partners.

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  • 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.
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