Author Archives: ACROSS EDITOR

Planning Permission granted for the £250m redevelopment of Crompton Place, Bolton

The scheme is a key step forward in delivering an exciting vision for a refreshed and revitalised Bolton town centre and includes a complementary mix of uses in line with the current agenda for tackling struggling town centres. Complimentary mix … Continue reading

Cushman & Wakefield tops the league table of retail real estate agencies in CEE

The Hall of Fame Awards are the culmination of the CIJ Awards, held to determine which of the winning projects, teams and real estate service providers from across Central and Eastern Europe deserve to be called the Best of the … Continue reading

DIC Asset AG Signs New Long-Term Leases with the Galeria Kaufhof Department Store Chain

The latest state of affairs makes it safe to assume that Galeria Kaufhof GmbH will terminate the lease agreement for the Kaufhof branch in Bremen prematurely during the second half of this year while observing the notice period. The three … Continue reading

Propel by MIPIM: Sustainability and quality of life at the heart of property innovation

Trending strongly at Propel by MIPIM this year, sustainability and quality of life are two aspirations among city-dwellers that the health crisis has underscored recently by calling our lifestyles into question. From biodiversity, energy saving, and vegetalisation to making it … Continue reading

The Entertainer invests £1m to create new flagship at Bullring

As part of the £1m investment in the 9,000 sq ft store, The Entertainer has created immersive spaces for much-loved brands such as LEGO, Barbie, and Peppa Pig. Unique to Bullring, The Entertainer has also introduced its first Early Learning … Continue reading

COVID-19: Ingka Group supports 600,000 people in 30 countries

The help and support to the vulnerable groups includes product donations such as complete bedroom and living rooms solutions and other essentials like food, plastic bags, bins and spray bottles and creation of temporary homes and quarantine centers for more … Continue reading

designer outlets Wolfsburg: erlebnisreif-city railway trains launched in Hanover

“What to do when you are ready for adventures?” This is the motto under which the three leisure destinations in Wolfsburg – Autostadt, phaeno, and designer outlets Wolfsburg – relaunch full speed ahead, and expand their joint ready-for-adventure (Erlebnisreif) ticket … Continue reading

Marks and Spencer and Lidl are to open new stores at Two Rivers, Staines-Upon-Thames

Two Rivers is the prime shopping, convenience and leisure destination in Staines Upon Thames. Marks and Spencer and Lidl join Next, TK Maxx, Wagamama, Metrobank, Boots, Pret a Manger and Vue Cinemas at Two Rivers. Simon Moscow from Aberdeen Standard … Continue reading

Ingka Investments signs agreement to acquire real estate for IKEA Retail in the heart of Paris

The investment is part of a long-term plan to transform its retail business and bring IKEA closer to customers by opening and testing new formats in cities. The property comprises a total of 7,500 sqm over 7 floors, with retail … Continue reading

Administrators appointed to intu properties plc

intu properties plc owns and operates 17 shopping centres across the UK including intu Trafford Centre, intu Lakeside, intu Merry Hill and intu MetroCentre, in addition to a shopping centre and development site in Spain. It directly employs circa 2,373 … Continue reading

Ingka Centres launches online marketplace

Ingka Centres has launched LIVAT Online, a new online community and marketplace that brings customers and tenants together for shopping, lifestyle and exchanging ideas. The move is part of Ingka Centres €7.3bn investment to transform its business in response to … Continue reading

Increased investment in online capabilities expected in the retail sector

New CBRE research identifies predictions, trends and insights across the sector, based on interviews and surveys with leading UK occupiers. Further polarisation and consolidation of existing retail portfolios is anticipated, whilst investment in the in-store experience will remain a high … Continue reading

GPEP appointed Mischa Koch as Head of Key Account Management/ Business Development and further expands project development

In this role, Mischa Koch is responsible for client services, looking after existing and onboarding new clients, and for further investments in local shopping centres as well as new asset classes, such as offices and residential. In addition, drawing on … Continue reading

Successful New Lease for Mira Shopping Center in Munich

Kaufland will occupy over 6,000 sq m of space on the first floor of the center. The necessary construction buildout is already underway. The opening is scheduled for the end of 2021. Hines has now taken an important step in … Continue reading

Capital & Regional appoints new General Manager at The Mall Maidstone

Gavin started in his new position in early May, and brings with him over 20 years of experience in the retail industry, working with a number of major UK retailers in prime London shopping destinations. Prior to joining, Gavin held … Continue reading

Up at The O2 reopens outdoor attraction

Located on top of the world’s number one music, entertainment and leisure venue, visitors can reunite with their family and friends for a 90-minute outdoor climb, enjoying a fun day out whilst experiencing panoramic views of the capital. Led by … Continue reading

Markus Porvari joins Across Advisory Board

Markus Porvari’s experience extends over two decades in customer relations and managing high-level business operations for major clients and enterprises in ICT industry. Currently Porvari serves as Chief Executive Officer and President of HyperIn Inc. HyperIn’s solutions are widely used to manage … Continue reading

Greenman OPEN extends it’s relationship with German developer Schoofs Immobilien

This is the first framework agreement of it’s type that Greenman OPEN has entered into and it highlights the trust and commitment of each party in working together to develop and build a long term relationship. The new centres will … Continue reading

Designer Outlets Wolfsburg: Seidensticker’s vending machine for masks

On June 2, 2020 their vending machine for masks has been officially inaugurated as a new distribution channel at Designer Outlets Wolfsburg. The vending machine provides exclusively white, three-layered premium masks in sizes S, M, and L. However, additional color … Continue reading

“Prospekt” shopping mall has the highest traffic rate among Ukrainian malls

The team of the industry online edition Retailers.ua has prepared the rating of visits to Ukrainian shopping malls in the capital and in the regions during 2019. According to this study, “Prospekt” has become the most visited shopping mall. During … Continue reading