Slovakia's industrial property market entered 2026 with subdued demand and rising vacancy rates, according to the latest Industrial Research Forum report. 

Slovakia's industrial property market experienced a strong rebound in Q4 2025, with net take-up reaching 82,496 sqm, marking a notable increase from the previous quarter, according to a report by 108 Real Estate. The improved absorption was supported by the completion of several large-scale projects, enabling tenants to secure space within newly delivered premises.

The third quarter of 2025 confirmed a continued decline in demand in the Slovak industrial property market. Total leasing activity amounted to 64,365 sqm, with net take-up representing 50,615 sqm. The vacancy rate rose to 7.72%, the highest level in recent years, according to the latest quarterly report from 108 Real Estate.

In Q2 2025, the slowdown of the Slovak industrial real estate market has continued. Developers are facing several challenges, according to the Industrial Research Forum (IRF) overview of the logistics and industrial real estate market in Slovakia. 

Czech property consultancy 108 Real Estate has announced the opening of a new office in Zagreb covering Slovenia, Serbia and Croatia as part of its expansion in the Balkans.

Hungarian developer Faedra Group has kicked off the construction of two industrial and logistics warehouses in Budapest, covering a total of more than 21,000 sqm, following an investment of more than €23 million. 

Property consultancy 108 Real Estate has announced its expansion in Romania, where it will focus on the industrial segment.