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    Market report: Real estate market under refinancing pressure
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    Market report: Real estate market under refinancing pressure

    The Baker Tilly Market Report Q3/2026 shows that the German real estate market is moving sideways despite brighter economic sentiment. Rising interest rates are increasing refinancing pressure, investors are acting selectively; healthcare properties are attracting capital.

    Baker Tilly
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    "Lutz Aengevelt on EXPO REAL 2026: "Mood better than poll results."
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    "Lutz Aengevelt on EXPO REAL 2026: "Mood better than poll results."

    A survey by Messe München shows a subdued real estate sentiment in August. Dr. Lutz Aengevelt disagrees: The mood has brightened in the last 6 to 8 weeks; Aengevelt is bringing more than 100 investment properties (approx. €1.5 billion) to EXPO REAL and expects intensive discussions.
    by Aengevelt Immobilien
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    Housing market madness in Berlin: Billion-dollar grave socialization: How ideology ruins new construction
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    Housing market madness in Berlin: Billion-dollar grave socialization: How ideology ruins new construction

    by Aigner Immobilien GmbH
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    Statements by Managing Partner U. Höller in the run-up to the Expo Real real estate fair
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    Statements by Managing Partner U. Höller in the run-up to the Expo Real real estate fair

    by ABG Real Estate Group
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    Re-focusing on data centres with Kao Data
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    Re-focusing on data centres with Kao Data

    In the second instalment of our blog series on data centres, Spencer Lamb, CEO of Kao Data, and Matteo Colombo, Managing Director of Digital Infrastructure at L&G, cover these assets from an investor’s standpoint while taking a long look at the future.
    by Miriam Uebel | L&G
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    CBRE survey: Store expansion and AI use are shaping European retailers' growth plans

    by CBRE
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    PKF hospitality group: Economy brands drive growth in the German hotel market

    by PKF hospitality group
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    Essen: CUBION brokers 230 m² of office space in the Cranachhöfe
    News | October 2, 2026 |

    Essen: CUBION brokers 230 m² of office space in the Cranachhöfe

    CUBION is brokering around 230 m² of office space in the Cranachhöfe at Holsterhauser Platz 2 in Essen to Home Instead Betreuungsdienste Daheim umsorg GmbH. The location scores with its central location and good accessibility. The property is owned by VIVAWEST.

    by CUBION Immobilien AG
    DealsReal Estate
    PAREF Gestion strengthens its presence in Germany with the acquisition of two local supply properties for SCPI PAREF Prima
    News | October 2, 2026 |

    PAREF Gestion strengthens its presence in Germany with the acquisition of two local supply properties for SCPI PAREF Prima

    PAREF Gestion acquires two local supply properties in Hamm and Bielefeld for the SCPI PAREF Prima fund. Both properties are fully leased to the cash & carry chain Handelshof for 7.5 years and strengthen the German strategy.

    by PAREF Gestion
    DealsReal Estate
    "Düsseldorf: Aengevelt brokers around 900 m² of office space in the 'Twin Cubes'."
    News | October 2, 2026 |

    "Düsseldorf: Aengevelt brokers around 900 m² of office space in the 'Twin Cubes'."

    Aengevelt is brokering around 900 m² of office space for Buchalik Brömmekamp (BBR) and plenovia in the new 'Twin Cubes' building in Düsseldorf-Heerdt. The 10-year lease is the result of an exclusive stay-vs.-go mandate. The landlords are Deutsche Rück and VöV Rück.

    by Aengevelt Immobilien
    DealsReal Estate
    Office Conversion in Berlin: Aroundtown Leases Newly Converted Serviced Apartments at Alexanderplatz to Bob W
    News | October 1, 2026 |

    Office Conversion in Berlin: Aroundtown Leases Newly Converted Serviced Apartments at Alexanderplatz to Bob W

    Aroundtown is converting a former office building into 285 serviced apartments, with completion scheduled for the 4thquarter of 2026

    by Aroundtown
    DealsDevelopmentsReal Estate
    smartments rents 206 serviced apartments in Berlin's FORTY4 district
    News | October 1, 2026 |

    smartments rents 206 serviced apartments in Berlin's FORTY4 district

    smartments has signed a long-term lease for 206 serviced apartments in Berlin's FORTY4 district. The project in Berlin-Friedrichshain is scheduled to open in 2029. Apartments for flexible stays are planned on Stralauer Allee.

    by smartments
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    Catella Fonds sells Dutch residential real estate portfolio for EUR 215 million and realises a return of over 5.5% p.a. over fourteen years
    News | October 1, 2026 |

    Catella Fonds sells Dutch residential real estate portfolio for EUR 215 million and realises a return of over 5.5% p.a. over fourteen years

    Catella has sold a Dutch residential real estate portfolio of 13 properties to a Lone Star subsidiary for around EUR 215.5 million. The Panta Rhei Dutch Residential fund achieved an average net return of over 5.5% p.a. over 14 years.

    by Catella
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    Art-Invest Real Estate acquires the IntercityHotel Frankfurt Hauptbahnhof Süd
    News | October 1, 2026 |

    Art-Invest Real Estate acquires the IntercityHotel Frankfurt Hauptbahnhof Süd

    Art-Invest Real Estate has acquired the IntercityHotel Frankfurt Hauptbahnhof Süd from CA Immo for an institutional fund vehicle. The hotel with 414 rooms, which opened in 2018, is leased to IntercityHotel (Steigenberger/H World) on a long-term basis; the purchase price remained undisclosed.

    by Art Invest Real Estate
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    CA Immo successfully completes sale of IntercityHotel Frankfurt Hauptbahnhof Süd
    News | October 1, 2026 |

    CA Immo successfully completes sale of IntercityHotel Frankfurt Hauptbahnhof Süd

    CA Immo has sold the IntercityHotel Frankfurt Hauptbahnhof Süd to a fund vehicle of Art-Invest Real Estate. With the transaction, the company is parting with its last pure hotel property and will continue to focus on Class A office properties.

    by CA Immobilien Anlagen AG
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    Eight new leases in Germany: Aroundtown leases further hotels to Sunday Hotels
    News | October 1, 2026 |

    Eight new leases in Germany: Aroundtown leases further hotels to Sunday Hotels

    Aroundtown has leased eight more hotel properties in Germany to Sunday Hotels. Properties in Bad Honnef, Bad Boll, Leipzig, Nuremberg, Potsdam (2), Berlin and Lüneburg will be operated under the Seminaris brand as part of a new partnership.

    by Aroundtown
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    REALOGIS leases around 3,200 m² of warehouse and office space in the Rhine-Main region
    News | October 1, 2026 |

    REALOGIS leases around 3,200 m² of warehouse and office space in the Rhine-Main region

    REALOGIS has brokered around 3,200 m² of hall and office space in Flörsheim am Main to OneWave GmbH. The property of Boreal IM is thus fully let; OneWave bundles logistics and operational processes there.

    by REALOGIS
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    DWS acquires two care sites from Cureus
    News | October 1, 2026 |

    DWS acquires two care sites from Cureus

    DWS has acquired two nursing homes in Preußisch Oldendorf and Buchholz from Cureus for the institutional fund DWS Health Care I. The energy-efficient locations, which are leased to compassio on a long-term basis, comprise a total of 186 nursing places.

    by Cureus GmbH
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    GRR GARBE Retail acquires two grocery stores for the "GRR Future Retail Properties 1" fund
    News | October 1, 2026 |

    GRR GARBE Retail acquires two grocery stores for the "GRR Future Retail Properties 1" fund

    GRR GARBE Retail has acquired two grocery stores in Weitramsdorf (REWE) and Marktleugast (Netto) for the "GRR Future Retail Properties 1" fund. Together around 4,000 m² and approx. 150 parking spaces, each with 15-year leases. PV systems and charging infrastructure are planned.

    by GARBE Retail
    DealsReal Estate
    PATRIZIA acquires B&B Hotel Berlin-Tiergarten with 186 rooms
    News | September 30, 2026 |

    PATRIZIA acquires B&B Hotel Berlin-Tiergarten with 186 rooms

    PATRIZIA has acquired the B&B Hotel Berlin-Tiergarten for the "PATRIZIA Hotel-Invest Deutschland I" fund. Built in 2016, the 186-room hotel in a central location is leased to B&B Hotels on a long-term basis and is intended to secure stable earnings in the budget segment.

    by PATRIZIA SE
    DealsReal Estate
    Savills Investment Management acquires two logistics properties in Bavaria for European logistics fund
    News | September 30, 2026 |

    Savills Investment Management acquires two logistics properties in Bavaria for European logistics fund

    Savills Investment Management has acquired two modern, long-term leased logistics properties in Dettelbach near Würzburg for European Logistics Fund 3. The Grade A properties with DGNB certification, completed in 2023, strengthen the fund's allocation to Germany.

    by Savills Investment Management
    DealsReal Estate
    Nordex Group secures new orders for 175 MW in France, Portugal and Spain
    News | September 30, 2026 |

    Nordex Group secures new orders for 175 MW in France, Portugal and Spain

    The Nordex Group receives new orders for 175 MW in France, Portugal and Spain. 34 wind turbines of various types will be delivered and installed, including multi-year service contracts. The projects are scheduled to go into operation between 2027 and 2028.

    by Nordex SE
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    Art-Invest Real Estate sells B&B Hotel Berlin Tiergarten to Patrizia
    News | September 30, 2026 |

    Art-Invest Real Estate sells B&B Hotel Berlin Tiergarten to Patrizia

    Art-Invest Real Estate has sold the B&B Hotel Berlin Tiergarten to the special fund "PATRIZIA Hotel-Invest Deutschland I". The nine-storey hotel with 186 rooms in Berlin-Charlottenburg is leased to B&B Hotels on a long-term basis.

    by Art Invest Real Estate
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    aam2core takes over asset management for East German residential portfolio with 3,400 units
    News | October 2, 2026 |

    aam2core takes over asset management for East German residential portfolio with 3,400 units

    aam2core is taking over the asset management for an eastern German residential portfolio of ACCENTRO Real Estate AG with around 3,400 residential units. The mandate covers 145 properties in Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt and Thuringia.

    by aam2core Holding AG
    CooperationsReal Estate
    CBRE takes over asset and property management of the Taunus Tower in Eschborn
    News | October 1, 2026 |

    CBRE takes over asset and property management of the Taunus Tower in Eschborn

    CBRE is taking over the asset and property management of the Taunus Tower in Eschborn. The client is Xanadu Properties S.à r.l. Asset management will start on 1 October 2026, and property management on 1 January 2027.

    by CBRE
    CooperationsReal Estate
    Baywobau, Rock Capital Group and Domicil Real Estate AG establish Deutsche Wohnvorsorge and jointly launch first project THE ONE with approx. 900 new apartments in Munich
    News | September 30, 2026 |

    Baywobau, Rock Capital Group and Domicil Real Estate AG establish Deutsche Wohnvorsorge and jointly launch first project THE ONE with approx. 900 new apartments in Munich

    Baywobau, Rock Capital Group and Domicil Real Estate AG establish the joint venture Deutsche Wohnvorsorge and plan around 4,500 new apartments. The kick-off project is THE ONE in the Hofmann-Höfe in Munich with around 900 apartments according to the KfW 40 standard.

    by Rock Capital Group
    CooperationsDevelopmentsDynamics
    10 million euros for Kuro: Germany's largest general contractor relies on the Berlin-based AI company
    News | September 30, 2026 |

    10 million euros for Kuro: Germany's largest general contractor relies on the Berlin-based AI company

    Kuro receives 10 million euros in a financing round led by UVC Partners, in which Foundamental, Realyze Ventures and helloworld also participate. Founded in 2024, the Berlin-based AI platform supports general contractors in calculation, risk analysis and knowledge preservation.

    by Realyze Ventures
    CooperationsDynamics
    Kinesis and NEDE agree on cooperation – starting signal for three wind farms with a capacity of 166 megawatts planned
    News | September 29, 2026 |

    Kinesis and NEDE agree on cooperation – starting signal for three wind farms with a capacity of 166 megawatts planned

    Kinesis and NEDE are entering into a multi-year cooperation for the development of wind, PV and storage projects. To start with, they are planning three wind farms in Lower Saxony with up to 166 MW. NEDE is in charge of the technical planning, Kinesis the commercial development.

    by Kinesis Erneuerbare Energien GmbH
    CooperationsEnergy
    EARLYREAL partners with AEXbridge Capital
    News | September 29, 2026 |

    EARLYREAL partners with AEXbridge Capital

    EARLYREAL and AEXbridge Capital launch the AEXbridge Capital Germany unit for private debt financing in Germany. Led by Robert Mangin and Dr. Gisbert Beckers, it offers EUR 30–200 million across the entire capital structure and closes financing gaps.

    by EARLYREAL
    CooperationsPrivate Debt
    Intelligent energy management system for the real estate industry: FASTR and KUGU develop "Pulse"
    News | September 28, 2026 |

    Intelligent energy management system for the real estate industry: FASTR and KUGU develop "Pulse"

    FASTR and KUGU are entering into a strategic partnership and are developing "Pulse", an AI-supported energy management system for the real estate industry. More than 500 systems have already been connected; the roll-out in the FASTR portfolio is scheduled to take place by the end of the year. EXPO REAL panels will accompany the launch.

    by FASTR | FASTR
    CooperationsEnergy
    KGAL ESPF 6 project Endor signs long-term e-kerosene offtake agreement with Uniper
    News | September 25, 2026 |

    KGAL ESPF 6 project Endor signs long-term e-kerosene offtake agreement with Uniper

    Arcadia eFuels' Endor project in Vordingborg, Denmark, has signed a long-term offtake agreement for eSAF with Uniper. Uniper will purchase 40,000 metric tons annually for more than ten years. Delivery will start in the early 2030s; KGAL ESPF 6 is involved.

    by KGAL
    CooperationsDealsEnergy
    Deutsche WindGuard and Sinoma sign contract for wind tunnel tests
    News | September 24, 2026 |

    Deutsche WindGuard and Sinoma sign contract for wind tunnel tests

    Deutsche WindGuard Engineering and Sinoma Wind Power Blade have signed a long-term framework agreement at WindEnergy Hamburg. From 2026 to 2030, it will ensure flexible wind tunnel tests in the Bremerhaven large wind tunnel and provide data for more efficient rotor blade development.

    by Deutsche WindGuard GmbH
    CooperationsEnergy
    New standard for the real estate industry: gif e.V. and gpti e.V. publish integrated value creation concept 2026
    News | September 23, 2026 |

    New standard for the real estate industry: gif e.V. and gpti e.V. publish integrated value creation concept 2026

    gif e.V. and gpti e.V. publish the Value Creation Concept 2026 for the construction and real estate industry. It maps the real estate life cycle in nine stages along the customer journey, links processes, actors and data and offers an implementation guide for the introduction.

    by gif Gesellschaft für Immobilienwirtschaftliche Forschung e.V.
    CooperationsMarketsReal Estate
    Use of AI in the construction and planning industry (PLANIUM and WAIYS)
    News | September 23, 2026 |

    Use of AI in the construction and planning industry (PLANIUM and WAIYS)

    PLANIUM uses the AI agent DeltaPlan of the WAIYS platform to automatically compare plan revisions and make relevant changes visible more quickly. The solution significantly shortens inspection efforts and will be presented at EXPO REAL in Munich from October 5 to 7.

    by PLANIUM
    Cooperations
    URBZ Capital and NW1 Partners enter the German market with Terryn and an IOS strategy of almost EUR 500 million
    News | September 23, 2026 |

    URBZ Capital and NW1 Partners enter the German market with Terryn and an IOS strategy of almost EUR 500 million

    URBZ Capital and NW1 Partners are launching the IOS platform Terryn in Germany. The target is a CLA of around EUR 500 million; CBRE Investment Management is providing EUR 200 million in equity for Germany. Start with five locations, Managing Director is Peter Wenzel.

    by Terryn GmbH
    CooperationsDynamics
    Ems-Quartier Meppen – Goldbeck Parking Services becomes operator of the underground car park
    News | September 22, 2026 |

    Ems-Quartier Meppen – Goldbeck Parking Services becomes operator of the underground car park

    The Lindhorst Group has commissioned Goldbeck Parking Services to operate the underground car park in the Ems district of Meppen. The garage offers 468 parking spaces and relies on license plate recognition-based, cashless parking. The reopening of the quarter is planned for summer 2027.

    by Lindhorst Gruppe
    CooperationsDevelopmentsReal Estate
    From masterclass to university certificate: Greyfield Foundation and University of St. Gallen expand further education for the real estate industry
    News | September 22, 2026 |

    From masterclass to university certificate: Greyfield Foundation and University of St. Gallen expand further education for the real estate industry

    The Greyfield Foundation and the University of St. Gallen are developing the Masterclass "Change the Real Estate Industry" into a CAS programme, starting in autumn 2027. The second Masterclass will run in October 2026. The CAS combines leadership, transformation and future skills.

    by Greyfield Stiftung
    CooperationsDynamicsReal Estate
    Hg extends collaboration with Anthropic to bring agentic AI capabilities across the portfolio
    News | September 21, 2026 |

    Hg extends collaboration with Anthropic to bring agentic AI capabilities across the portfolio

    Investor Hg is deepening its collaboration with Anthropic and wants to use Claude's agentic functions across the portfolio. The initiative builds on projects that have been in place since 2024 – over 1,600 projects with a planned EBITDA effect of around USD 260 million.

    by Hg
    CooperationsDynamicsPrivate Equity
    Routing Energy and Vestas launch new strategic cooperation in the German onshore wind market
    News | September 21, 2026 |

    Routing Energy and Vestas launch new strategic cooperation in the German onshore wind market

    Routing Energy and Vestas are launching a strategic cooperation in the German onshore wind market. The aim is to give small and medium-sized project developers and operators better access to Vestas technology and reliable framework conditions and to implement projects with more planning security.

    by Routing Energy GmbH & Co. KG
    CooperationsEnergy

    Developments

    STADT UND LAND creates 73 new rental apartments in Berlin-Mariendorf
    News | October 2, 2026 |

    STADT UND LAND creates 73 new rental apartments in Berlin-Mariendorf

    STADT UND LAND is starting the construction of 73 rental apartments in Berlin-Mariendorf, 62 of which are publicly subsidized. Completion is scheduled for the beginning of 2029, and occupancy is scheduled for mid-2029.

    by STADT UND LAND Wohnbauten-Gesellschaft mbH
    Developments
    FOX Living starts construction of 189 apartments for student housing (PBSA) in Braunschweig
    News | October 2, 2026 |

    FOX Living starts construction of 189 apartments for student housing (PBSA) in Braunschweig

    FOX Living is starting the construction of 189 apartments for students, trainees and young professionals in Braunschweig. The completion of the PBSA project at Lampadiusring 8 is planned by September 2027.

    by FOX Living
    DevelopmentsReal Estate
    KAPPE Has Launched the Marketing of Fully Leased "K 10" Serviced Apartment Property in Braunschweig
    News | October 1, 2026 |

    KAPPE Has Launched the Marketing of Fully Leased "K 10" Serviced Apartment Property in Braunschweig

    KAPPE Projektentwicklung is marketing the fully let serviced apartment project "K 10" in Braunschweig. The new building with 74 units, which will be completed in 2026, is operated by Limehome and has achieved occupancy rates of over 90 percent since July. The building complies with Efficiency House 40 and BREEAM Excellent.

    by KAPPE Projektentwicklung GmbH
    DevelopmentsReal Estate
    Aurelis develops former Michelin site into "Profilwerk Karlsruhe"
    News | October 1, 2026 |

    Aurelis develops former Michelin site into "Profilwerk Karlsruhe"

    Around 126,000 square meters of industrial site will offer space for modern company space in the future.

    by Aurelis Real Estate GmbH
    DevelopmentsReal Estate
    TRIPORT HAMBURG-HARBURG: Demolition work for new logistics park started
    News | October 1, 2026 |

    TRIPORT HAMBURG-HARBURG: Demolition work for new logistics park started

    HIH Invest and Urban Partners have started the demolition of the TRIPORT Hamburg-Harburg logistics park. Around 77,000 m² are being built on the brownfield in the port in three components; 45,000 m² have already been let. DGNB Gold and photovoltaics with 6.1 MW are planned; Four Parx is co-developing.

    by HIH Invest Real Estate GmbH
    DevelopmentsReal Estate
    Quality instead of square metres: Why high-quality office space remains scarce in Düsseldorf
    Article | October 1, 2026 |

    Quality instead of square metres: Why high-quality office space remains scarce in Düsseldorf

    The SILIZIUM office building in Düsseldorf-Heerdt is being repositioned into a modern corporate location with additional recreational and service areas. According to BNP Paribas Real Estate, demand for high-quality, ESG-compliant offices in good locations remains high.

    by BNP Paribas Real Estate
    CasesDevelopmentsMarkets
    Office Conversion in Berlin: Aroundtown Leases Newly Converted Serviced Apartments at Alexanderplatz to Bob W
    News | October 1, 2026 |

    Office Conversion in Berlin: Aroundtown Leases Newly Converted Serviced Apartments at Alexanderplatz to Bob W

    Aroundtown is converting a former office building into 285 serviced apartments, with completion scheduled for the 4thquarter of 2026

    by Aroundtown
    DealsDevelopmentsReal Estate
    Greystar opens Momento Berlin: 758 new rental apartments in Berlin-Neukölln
    News | October 1, 2026 |

    Greystar opens Momento Berlin: 758 new rental apartments in Berlin-Neukölln

    Greystar has opened the Momento Berlin residential quarter in Neukölln with 758 rental apartments. A total of 860 apartments as well as daycare, green and community areas have been built on the former BLUB site.

    by Greystar
    DevelopmentsReal Estate
    Panattoni is developing a modern business park with an area of around 27,500 m² near Vienna
    News | October 1, 2026 |

    Panattoni is developing a modern business park with an area of around 27,500 m² near Vienna

    Panattoni is planning the Panattoni Park Wien Südost in Himberg near Vienna with around 26,700 m² of new commercial space. Construction is scheduled to start at the end of 2026. The location offers direct connections to the S1, A2, A4, Donauhafen Wien and Vienna-Schwechat Airport.

    by Panattoni
    DevelopmentsReal Estate
    smartments rents 206 serviced apartments in Berlin's FORTY4 district
    News | October 1, 2026 |

    smartments rents 206 serviced apartments in Berlin's FORTY4 district

    smartments has signed a long-term lease for 206 serviced apartments in Berlin's FORTY4 district. The project in Berlin-Friedrichshain is scheduled to open in 2029. Apartments for flexible stays are planned on Stralauer Allee.

    by smartments
    DealsDevelopmentsReal Estate
    Sustainable heat for Chemnitz: HoSt Bioenergy Systems starts construction of a biomass cogeneration plant
    News | October 1, 2026 |

    Sustainable heat for Chemnitz: HoSt Bioenergy Systems starts construction of a biomass cogeneration plant

    HoSt Bioenergy Systems has started construction of a 25 MW biomass cogeneration plant for Chemnitz. The project is being built in partnership with Eins Energie and is expected to supply renewable heat and electricity from the fourth quarter of 2027.

    by HoSt Group
    DevelopmentsEnergy
    Topping-out ceremony for the HAINWERK in Berlin-Friedrichshain: Shell of the timber hybrid office building completed
    News | October 1, 2026 |

    Topping-out ceremony for the HAINWERK in Berlin-Friedrichshain: Shell of the timber hybrid office building completed

    Henderson Park and HAMBURG TEAM have celebrated the topping-out ceremony for the HAINWERK in Berlin-Friedrichshain. The shell of the timber hybrid office building has been completed, and overall completion is scheduled for spring 2028.

    by HAMBURG TEAM Gruppe
    DevelopmentsReal Estate
    Milestone in Austria: Nordex Group receives 56 MW order for wind energy from WEB for first N175/6.X project in the country
    News | October 1, 2026 |

    Milestone in Austria: Nordex Group receives 56 MW order for wind energy from WEB for first N175/6.X project in the country

    The Nordex Group has received a 56 MW order from WEB Windenergie AG for the Auersthal RI repowering project in Lower Austria. Eight N175/6.X turbines mark the first of their kind in Austria and the largest single Nordex project in the country. Commissioning in 2028.

    by Nordex SE
    DevelopmentsEnergy
    ZAM Life in Munich-Freiham achieves LEED and DGNB Gold – EU taxonomy verification confirmed
    News | October 1, 2026 |

    ZAM Life in Munich-Freiham achieves LEED and DGNB Gold – EU taxonomy verification confirmed

    The ZAM Life (MK 2.4) of the ROSA-ALSCHER Group in Munich-Freiham has received LEED Gold and DGNB Gold; ESG verification according to EU taxonomy has been confirmed. The mixed-use ensemble relies on geothermal energy, district heating and photovoltaics and strengthens the sustainable positioning of the district.

    by ASSETPHYSICS
    DevelopmentsReal Estate
    030BLN of Covivio reaches the final height of 133 meters
    News | October 1, 2026 |

    030BLN of Covivio reaches the final height of 133 meters

    Covivio has reached the final height of 133 meters with the 030BLN high-rise project at Berlin's Alexanderplatz. Around 65 percent of the retail space has already been let. Completion of the multi-use tower is scheduled for the second half of 2027.

    by Covivio
    DevelopmentsReal Estate
    Urban development framework agreement signed for the further development of Hertzallee Nord
    News | October 1, 2026 |

    Urban development framework agreement signed for the further development of Hertzallee Nord

    Projekt Berlin Hertzallee GmbH and the Senate Department for Urban Development, Building and Housing signed a framework agreement for Hertzallee Nord on 1 October 2026. An urban campus with university, office and residential uses is planned near the Zoo train station.

    by Reiß & Co. Gruppe
    DevelopmentsReal Estate

    Dynamics

    Wüest Partner and MSCI join forces to support data-driven decision-making
    News | October 2, 2026 |

    Wüest Partner and MSCI join forces to support data-driven decision-making

    Wüest Partner and MSCI are expanding their partnership, which was previously limited to Switzerland, to a global scale. MSCI market data will be gradually integrated into Wüest Dimensions to enhance analysis and investment decisions.

    by Wüest Partner 
    Dynamics
    NAI apollo appoints Justin Krone as Co-Head of Investment
    News | October 2, 2026 |

    NAI apollo appoints Justin Krone as Co-Head of Investment

    Justin Krone has taken over the position of Co-Head of Investment at NAI apollo on October 1, 2026. Together with Dr. Marcel Crommen, who is responsible for the area at management level, he will lead the company's investment department in the future.

    by NAI apollo
    Dynamics
    Colliers appoints Bastian Zägelein as Head of Capital Markets Residential & Land Bayern
    News | October 2, 2026 |

    Colliers appoints Bastian Zägelein as Head of Capital Markets Residential & Land Bayern

    Colliers is strengthening its residential business in Munich as of January 2027. Bastian Zägelein will take over the position of Head of Capital Markets Residential & Land Bayern.

    by Colliers
    Dynamics
    Westend Bank acquires ABN Amro's Real Estate Investment Management division
    News | October 2, 2026 |

    Westend Bank acquires ABN Amro's Real Estate Investment Management division

    Westend Real Assets, a 100% subsidiary of Westend Bank, is taking over ABN AMRO's Real Estate Investment Management division. The bank is thus entering institutional real estate investments. The team and mandates will change with it, and the platform is to be expanded in the long term.

    by Westend Real Assets
    Dynamics
    New brand for flexible working environments: Bayerische Hausbau Real Estate launches LEVL
    News | October 2, 2026 |

    New brand for flexible working environments: Bayerische Hausbau Real Estate launches LEVL

    Bayerische Hausbau Real Estate is launching LEVL, a brand for flexible office and working environments. The first location will open on October 5, 2026 at Kaufingerstraße 15 in Munich and will be operated by infinitSpace.

    by Bayerische Hausbau Real Estate
    Dynamics
    LIST expands its Executive Board and bundles competencies from development to operations
    News | October 1, 2026 |

    LIST expands its Executive Board and bundles competencies from development to operations

    LIST AG has expanded its Management Board as of October 1, 2026: Roland Sitzberger will take over the new Market & Customers division as CCO. Under CREATE. BUILD. OPERATE. the Group bundles services along the real estate life cycle and strengthens the customer perspective.

    by LIST Gruppe
    Dynamics
    Westbridge Appoints Dr. Marius Schumacher as Chief Operating Officer
    News | October 1, 2026 |

    Westbridge Appoints Dr. Marius Schumacher as Chief Operating Officer

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