Yearly Archives: 2019

Hufvudstaden welcomes Maje to Bibliotekstan

Located at Biblioteksgatan 6, the store will comprise just over 100 square metres of retail space spread over two floors. “We are extremely pleased to welcome Maje to Bibliotekstan. The fact that Maje is choosing Bibliotekstan as the location for … Continue reading

An Oskar for Osnabrück

“Oskar”, which is being built by the Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield Group, is located in the Neumarkt area of the city center of Osnabrück. The revitalization of Neumarkt is regarded as one of the most prestigious projects undertaken by the city authorities. It … Continue reading

Shopping Mall WEZ receives a contemporary revamp by BEHF Architects

Over the course of the years, the property has become dilapidated and has not been particularly inviting. Demolition has been a serious option. Nevertheless, the owners has decided to renovate it and thanks to BEHF Architects, the shopping mall WEZ … Continue reading

“Additional Acquisitions under Consideration”

ACROSS: IMMOFINANZ is forging ahead with the expansion of its STOP SHOP retail park brand and has acquired an additional eight specialty shopping centers in recent weeks. Can you give us a brief overview of the details surrounding this acquisition? … Continue reading

Convenience schemes in Poland mean good yields

By Paul Kusmierz Looking at shopping habits, the customer experience is more important than ever and it will definitely impact a retailer’s strategy. Online and offline will be a new driver for transforming old and creating new shopping destinations. Taking the … Continue reading

Xavier Denis, new President of AG Real Estate France SAS

Xavier Denis joined AG Real Estate in June 2018 as Chief Development Officer, member of the Management Committee and director of AG Real Estate S.A. Xavier Denis has more than 20 years’ real estate and multi-disciplinary, international experience. He has … Continue reading

RENOVATION AT ANGEL PLACE IN WORCESTER SET TO BEGIN IN MARCH

The refurbishment is a key part of the regeneration of the Friary Walk area of the shopping centre. The frontage at Angel Place will be upgraded in a traditional style in keeping with the surrounding architecture, and will provide a … Continue reading

RETAIL INVESTMENT: WIDENING GAP BETWEEN EUROPE’S RETAIL MARKETS

European retail markets are mostly in good shape at the start of the year. However, retail investors in Europe will need to adjust to a growing gap between robust retail markets and those that are subject to high risk in … Continue reading

intu readies opening of multi-million-pound leisure development

. The development also features a series of outdoor spaces, the focal point of which will be a large town square and public space which will host an events programme. Colour changing lighting, video screens, speakers, a performance stage and … Continue reading

GAME ON AS WANYOO CAFE OPENS DEBUT EUROPEAN SITE IN CENTRAL CROSS

As part of Shaftesbury’s Central Cross development in London’s West End within Chinatown London, the new Wanyoo Café offers a unique lifestyle gaming experience for both the eSports community and casual gamers alike. Backed by a £21 million investment from … Continue reading

Basingstoke’s food and beverage appeal expands with arrival of new dining choices to Festival Place

North Hampshire’s largest retail and dining attraction, Festival Place was ranked 17th in the 2018 Global Data Survey for shopping centre destinations. Home to over 200 shops and restaurants, the scheme is well located at the heart of Hampshire’s largest … Continue reading

Change to Apleona’s Management Board

“Apleona is very well positioned for further growth and a successful future as the market-leading real estate service provider in Europe. After 27 years in the FM sector as head of a market-leading FM company in Germany, now is the … Continue reading

Focus on mixed-use: Forum Steglitz to be modernised for a higher double-digit million sum

Forum Steglitz braces itself for the future – and focuses its positioning on two priorities: the implementation of extensive and variable office space as well as the reflection on its successful past as the most important local supply center in … Continue reading

JINLI CHINATOWN HEATS UP CENTRAL CROSS

Designed by an in-house team, the new 4,300 sq ft restaurant has space for 150 covers and offers a menu of modern Sichuan dishes, mixing traditional Sichuanese cuisine with a creative twist. In keeping with mixing the old world with … Continue reading

KGAL BUYS WESTFALEN SHOPPING CENTRE

“The city’s positive population prospects and dynamic evolution from industrial metropolis to a service, retail and technology location indicate long-term solid performance for the acquired retail park. Good transport connections are further evidence of WEZ’s quality,” emphasises André Zücker, Managing … Continue reading

Retail Park Liptovský Mikuláš to be Expanded

When Austrian real estate developer Soravia opened its location at Slovakian Retail Park Liptovský Mikuláš in September 2018, expectations were high. That was hardly surprising: After all, Retail Park Liptovský Mikuláš, which is situated in the immediate vicinity of the … Continue reading

Collaborative innovation success

Investment in innovation has been key to driving Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield’s (URW) position in the market. Over the last two years, the company has partnered with Toolbox Group, a leader in proptech and placemaking solutions, to develop Mallcomm, the new retail community … Continue reading

Specialist Retail Products: the Investors’ Darling

By André Zücker Demand for specialist retail products is currently high. In Germany, they constituted the most sought-after retail-oriented real estate category during the first three quarters of 2018. The accumulated transaction volume in excess of €3 billion represents a … Continue reading

Mitiska REIM forms strategic joint venture partnership with Karuzela Holding in Poland

Mitiska REIM, the leading specialist investor in European retail parks, has announced a major new strategic partnership with Karuzela Holding. Under the terms of the agreement, Mitiska REIM and Karuzela will form a joint venture in Poland, and Mitiska REIM’s … Continue reading

Service quality is the measure of the future

By Christine Hager This is no surprise in itself. And yet it’s amazing what a different level of use companies are making of it. The shopping center industry and, at the end of the day, the entire retail sector will … Continue reading