CBRE Hungary is celebrating the one-year anniversary of its Chinese Client Advisory Desk, a service established to support Chinese companies investing and expanding in Hungary.
Since its launch, the service has received around 50 client requests, including several from outside Hungary, covering industrial, office, retail, and investment projects. The demand has come from companies in the electric vehicle supply chain, with a focus on industrial leasing opportunities. Geographically, investors have been most active in Greater Budapest, as well as regional hubs such as Szeged and Debrecen.
In its first year, the office has facilitated the sale of an office building in Budapest, supported BYD with a property cooperation agreement and subsequent property management services, and advised on industrial leasing transactions. In response to growing demand, the team is planning to welcome an additional advisor with professional expertise and an extensive network of Chinese business relationships.
"Over the past year, the Chinese Client Advisory Desk has achieved results, generating business leads and strengthening Cbre's client base. Hungary's role as a gateway for Chinese investment into Europe is becoming important, and Cbre is committed to supporting this growth with advisory and integrated services," commented Tim O'Sullivan, Senior Director, Head of Investment Properties at Cbre Hungary.
"Chinese investors value trusted, knowledgeable partners who understand both local market dynamics and cultural expectations. By listening carefully to our clients and delivering tailored solutions, we have built a foundation of trust. This anniversary is only the beginning, as we continue to deepen our relationships and support our clients' European expansion strategies," added Vicky Li, Associate Director, Chinese Client Advisory at Cbre Hungary.
