New duo at the helm

Over 20,000 delegates representing 90 countries gathered in Cannes for the 35th edition of MIPIM, the global urban festival where investors evaluate opportunities, political leaders showcase sustainable urban projects, and industry leaders address market revival amid changing global demands.

Poland Panattoni Tricity South II sold to Clarion

19 March 2025

Panattoni has sold Panattoni Park Tricity South II for EUR 59 mln to logistics and industrial investor and asset manager Clarion Partners Europe, which is part of the New York-headquartered Clarion Partners group.

Residential

Poland Polish PRS market overview

19 March 2025

A new report by Avison Young describes the current situation in the Private Rented Sector in Poland. The market has experienced a decade of growth, however, institutional rental sector is still in its early stages, with the first transaction completed in 2014.

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Eurobuild FM

Europe A breath of fresh air from France, or comments from Cannes part 2

Eurobuild CEE

Welcome to the latest instalment of EurobuildFM from this year's MIPIM fair. This time, three experts are sharing their insights: Dieter Knittel, the head of CEE at Pbb, Richard Wilkinson, the CFO of CTP, and Fabio Carrozza, the managing director of BF.real estate finance.

Poland Market continues to hold steady

Office & mixed-use development

According to the latest report “Industrial and Warehouse Market in Poland”, released by Newmark Polska, in 2024, Poland’s warehouse and industrial market maintained steady growth despite the challenges of an economic slowdown across Europe, capital constraints and relatively high inflation rates.

Poland Assa Abloy stays at Eximius Park

Assa Abloy Opening Solutions Poland has extended its lease agreement at the Eximius Park complex in Kraków. The company has also decided to increase its space to around 3,800 sqm.

Poland Capital inflow for CPK

The share capital of CPK has been increased by PLN 1.9 bln. The recapitalisation of the company responsible for the construction of the CPK Airport and High-Speed Rail is a supplement to the tranche of December 2024, when funds amounting to PLN 3.5 bln were transferred.

Slovakia SPP expands its retail portfolio in CEE

Shopper Park Plus acquired a four asset, Tesco-anchored retail park portfolio in Slovakia. SPP bought the portfolio on behalf of its Slovakian affiliate, directly from Tesco in a sale and leaseback transaction.

Poland Janex expands at MLP Pruszków II

17 March 2025

A Polish food producer and wholesale and retail supplier has leased approx. 11,700 sqm of new space at MLP Pruszków II. Janex, a long-term partner of MLP Group, will launch its second, and simultaneously twice as large, facility in the new building at this logistics park.

Poland LCP buys in Radom

17 March 2025

LCP Properties has bought the Rock Park Radom retail park, which has been in operation for less than two years, from Rock Capital. The property, which offers 3,400 sqm of lettable space, is fully let.

Events

Europe Double win for Fuzja

14 March 2025

Office & mixed-use development

Fuzja in Łódź has won two prestigious awards at the MIPIM Awards, the global real estate market event. The project won in the Best Urban Regeneration Project category and received the Special Jury Award.

Czech Republic Moderate growth in Czech offices

13 March 2025

According to Colliers' latest analysis of the regional office market, Prague and Brno recorded only a slight year-on-year increase in the supply of modern office space in 2024. Other regional cities, especially Pilsen, Hradec Králové and Olomouc, could attract investors' attention in the coming years.

Poland Dorel Poland moves to MLP Czeladź

13 March 2025

MLP Group has signed a lease agreement with Dorel Poland, the distributor of car seats and strollers under the Maxi-Cosi brand. The company will occupy over 3,500 sqm of modern space at the MLP Czeladź logistics centre.

Poland Polish capital strengthens its presence

12 March 2025

According to data from Cushman & Wakefield, Poland’s commercial property investment volume hit approx. EUR 5 bln in 2024, marking a strong rebound of around 140 pct year-on-year.

Hungary Erste Fund's landmark deal

12 March 2025

Office & mixed-use development

In a record-breaking deal for Hungary’s industrial real estate market, the Erste open-ended Real Estate Investment Fund has acquired two HelloParks warehouses. The facilities provide a combined 84,000 sqm of space.

Romania Costs rise in Bucharest, ESG gains focus

12 March 2025

The average office fit-out costs in Bucharest increased by 12 pct in 2024 compared with the previous year. This evolution aligns with regional trends, according to data from the Cushman & Wakefield Echinox, based on the Fit-Out Cost Guide 2025.

Europe CPI Europe seals major sales

CPI Europe successfully completed sales of properties in Austria and Czech Republic. Two office buildings were sold in Vienna, along with the Ramada hotel and the myhive Pankrac House office complex in Prague.

Poland MLP Poznań West packs up

Preston Packaging is set to join the tenants at MLP Poznań West. The packaging manufacturer has secured approx. 7,500 sqm of space, which will be available in H2 of 2025.

Slovakia Biedronka enters Slovakian market

Biedronka retailer, part of the Portuguese group Jerónimo Martins, has moved into a new 28,700 sqm logistics facility at CTPark Voderady in Western Slovakia, marking its entry into the Slovakian market.

Retail & leisure

Czech Republic Luxury goods retailers remain active