Author Archives: Online Editor

Real estate developer Equilis has now actively entered the German market

The European real estate developer Equilis, specialised in the development of commercial, residential and office real estate, is expanding and opening its own office in Germany with headquarters in Berlin. The real estate developer Equilis was established in Belgium by … Continue reading

High end accessories brand Coach opens at intu Trafford Centre

Manchester retail and leisure destination intu Trafford Centre has welcomed high-end accessories brand Coach, with the luxury retailer’s first standalone store in the north west. Coach is the latest high-profile brand to choose intu Trafford Centre which already offers the … Continue reading

Zsar opening several new stores in October and November

Lexington the Swedish home décor and apparel brand and Best Brands, a multi-brand store with UGG, Timberland and Lacoste will open on October 18th and German outdoor brand Handstich later during the month. Diesel and L’Occitane are scheduled for late … Continue reading

Multi announces departure of CEO Josip Kardun

Steven Poelman, Chief Financial Officer of Multi Corporation, said: “On behalf of the Management Board, I wish to express our appreciation for Josip’s service to Multi and his excellent management during his tenure. Josip was instrumental in expanding our property … Continue reading

Development Continues to Evolve Across the Continent

The “European Retail Parks – What’s Next?” study carried out by Cushman & Wakefield makes a geographical distinction between Western Europe and Central and Eastern Europe (CEE). In Western Europe, they identified a declining retail trend in 2018, which marked … Continue reading

“Romania is one of the countries with the most promising market in SEE”

ACROSS: Supernova is planning construction works, expansions, and openings this year and next year. What are your most relevant activities with regard to shopping centers? MARKUS PINGGERA: Throughout 2019, we have been very active in the development and enhancement of … Continue reading

Retail Remixed: Rethinking Spaces and Places

By Nathalie Depetro We live in an age of blended consumption, where people shop, eat, drink, live, work, meet, and choose to spend their time in different places, at different times, and with different people. The transformation of retail seems … Continue reading

News from Harrods Dining Hall

Harrods is the gem of London and a national British treasure. Founded in the early 19th century by the Harrod family, the name is synonymous with prestige and great history. From the courteous door attendants, called “Green Men”, to the … Continue reading

“Don’t wanna leave, happy to come back”

By Gastón Gaitán Time is our most valuable asset. Whether it trickles, flows, or flies by, the time that belongs to each and every one of us is in a constant state of diminishment. The instant we take our first … Continue reading

“We see ourselves as an active asset manager”

ACROSS: Until a decade ago, retail parks had more of a shadowy existence within the retail real estate industry. The primary focus was on shopping centers. The situation has radically changed. Why? ROMAN MÜLLER: The increasing popularity of retail parks … Continue reading

Retail Parks in Germany and Austria

Beckhaus Center, Bielefeld, Germany 4.800 sq m useful area The modern retail park on Beckhausstraße offers 4,800 sq m of rental space and 193 parking spaces and is fully let. The two anchor tenants are Rewe and Aldi, who together … Continue reading

Where Are Retail Parks Heading?

While, quite some time ago, retail parks were rather unpopular, they have since developed into a highly successful asset class – including in Austria and Germany. They can be found on the outskirts of both large and small towns, in … Continue reading

wagamama to double its footprint at London Designer Outlet

In a move that will virtually double its presence at London Designer Outlet, the capital’s leading fashion and lifestyle outlet centre, wagamama is to expand its restaurant by 92 per cent to 4,600 sq ft.  The decision to upsize reflects the restaurant’s … Continue reading

Lola Bañón, new CEO of Carrefour Property Spain

Lola Bañón has been appointed the new CEO of Carrefour Property Spain, a real estate subsidiary of the Carrefour Group. Bañón succeeds Justo Martín, who held the position since the inception of Carrefour Property, to become the first woman to … Continue reading

H&M recently opened in Belarus

The first people to enter the store lined up as early as the day before with the first customer arriving at 2pm spending over 20 hours in line waiting for the store to open. The customer received a gift card worth … Continue reading

About a Reinvention

By Francisco Cavaleiro de Ferreira The world is changing at a rate that is much faster than we can imagine. The same is true of many companies all over the world. Every day, hundreds of companies do their best to … Continue reading

Multi’s Forum Gdansk wins two Retail Awards 2019

The center was presented with a gold award in the category ‘New Shopping Centre’ and received a silver award for its opening campaign. The PRCH Retail Awards’ jury said it appreciated Forum Gdańsk’s cooperation with the Gdańsk city council and … Continue reading

Cineplexx expands in Romania

Cineplexx International entered the Romanian market last April, when the company acquired the “Grand Cinema & More” multiplex with 2,700 seats in Bucharest’s Băneasa Shopping City. The operation of the cinema will continue uninterrupted under the same brand name – … Continue reading

Vans unveils European debut for its new concept store in Covent Garden

Comprising two floors and spanning 4,359 sq ft the concept store stocks a premium selection of footwear, apparel and accessories, including Vault by Vans and their latest collaboration with designer Vivienne Westwood; the Boutique champions their Vans’ “Off The Wall” … Continue reading

French Shopping Centers at a Turning Point

By Gontran Thüring This year, France is celebrating the 50th anniversary of its shopping centers. It was, indeed, in 1969 that Parly 2, in the greater Paris area, and Cap 3000, on the Riviera, opened their doors to the public. … Continue reading