What happened in CEE real estate this week?

20
Mar
2026
News - What happened in CEE real estate this week? #CEE #report #weekly report

by Property Forum | Report

This week’s Property Forum news brings a mix of big-ticket developments and longer-term shifts shaping the market. From logistics expansion and new office projects to the growing role of data centres, the stories reflect a region that remains active while gradually adjusting to new demand patterns.


Amazon to develop massive robotic fulfilment centre in Poland

Amazon is planning a 200,000 sqm robotic fulfilment centre in Poland, signalling continued long-term commitment to the region’s logistics market. The move reinforces Poland’s position as a key European distribution hub driven by e-commerce growth.

Read more: https://www.property-forum.eu/news/amazon-to-develop-200000-sqm-robotic-fulfilment-centre-in-poland/21285

Data centre demand set to surge across Europe

New forecasts point to strong growth in data centre demand in 2026, driven by AI, cloud computing and digitalisation. This trend is increasingly relevant for real estate investors as data infrastructure becomes a core asset class.

Read more: https://www.property-forum.eu/news/data-centre-demand-in-europe-to-soar-in-2026/21290

Prague office pipeline moves forward with new developments

Passerinvest has launched construction of a 33,000 sqm office building in Prague, reflecting renewed development activity despite a more selective market environment. The project shows that well-located, high-quality offices continue to attract capital.

Read more: https://www.property-forum.eu/news/passerinvest-starts-construction-of-33000-sqm-office-building-in-prague/21286

Globalworth secures strong pre-leasing in Bucharest

A new office project in Bucharest has already reached around 60 per cent pre-lease, indicating solid occupier demand for modern, well-positioned space. Pre-leasing activity suggests cautious but improving confidence in the office sector.

Read more: https://www.property-forum.eu/news/globalworth-reaches-60-pre-lease-for-new-office-in-bucharest/21284

AFI launches large-scale rental residential project in Prague

AFI has started construction of a 519-unit rental housing project in Prague, underlining continued growth in institutional residential investment. Build-to-rent remains a key expansion segment in major CEE cities.

Read more: https://www.property-forum.eu/news/afi-starts-construction-of-519-unit-rental-project-in-prague/21282




Latest news


New leases

  • International logistics operator Logfret has leased nearly 4,900 sqm of warehouse and office space at the Segro Logistics Park Warsaw, Nadarzyn. The transaction was advised by Axi Immo.
  • Prologis has leased 2,200 sqm at Prologis Park Prague-Rudná to BattSwap. The tenant will utilize the space for assembly, storage, and office operations.
  • Banca Transilvania has renewed its lease for 1,200 sqm in AFI Park Timișoara, in a deal brokered by Cushman & Wakefield Echinox.

New appointments

  • 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.
  • BNP Paribas Real Estate Poland has expanded its Industrial and Logistics Agency team with the appointments of Joanna Choromańska, formerly of JLL, and Bartosz Wilczyński, previously with CBRE. The new hires bring a combined 34 years of experience in sector sales, lease negotiations, and build-to-suit project delivery to support the division's ongoing growth.
  • Speedwell has expanded its industrial and logistics team with the appointment of Valentin Achim as Leasing and Property Manager for Industrial Developments. Achim brings extensive experience in coordinating commercial and operational activities within the logistics and industrial sectors. In his new role, he will oversee the development and expansion of the company's Spaceplus platform.


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Passerinvest Group, in partnership with the GEMO group, has advanced construction on the Sequoia development in Prague, with final completion scheduled for H1 2028. Gemo is also serving as the general contractor for the project.
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