Property prices and valuations caught between interest rates and rents
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Property prices and valuations caught between interest rates and rents

Rising interest rates are weighing on property values, whilst rising rents are having a stabilising effect. Have property prices and fundamental values converged again following the recent market correction? An analysis of the key value drivers and new investment opportunities.

by Maximilian Radert | KINGSTONE Investment Management GmbH
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AI in Investment Operations: Process Intelligence First, Then Investment Intelligence
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AI in Investment Operations: Process Intelligence First, Then Investment Intelligence

The most sensible first application of AI in investment operations does not lie in delegating investment decisions. It lies in controllable processes: intake, review, approval and verification.
by Stefan Kirch | CONNOS Technologies GmbH
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KINGSTONE Spotlight October 2026 – Week 44: Germany’s Growth: Between Forecast and Reality

by Maximilian Radert | KINGSTONE Investment Management GmbH
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"The key question now is whether the energy price shock will increasingly feed through to wages and other prices."
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"The key question now is whether the energy price shock will increasingly feed through to wages and other prices."

by IRE|BS Immobilienakademie
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Investment Barometer: The quality of the operator determines the long-term success of a hotel property
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Investment Barometer: The quality of the operator determines the long-term success of a hotel property

The autumn survey by Union Investment and HospitalityInside shows that operator quality is crucial to the long-term success of hotel properties (55 per cent; 45 per cent prioritise location). Smaller markets generally offer moderate potential; the overall index has fallen by 8 per cent to 2,948.
by Union Investment Real Estate
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Asset Managers Are Targeting the Tokenisation of Private Markets, According to New Global Research from Clearwater Analytics

by Clearwater Analytics
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India VC ecosystem decouples from global trends during Q1-Q3 2026, reveals GlobalData

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"Berlin-Neukölln: AENGEVELT brokers the sale of a block of flats on Fritz-Erler-Allee"
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"Berlin-Neukölln: AENGEVELT brokers the sale of a block of flats on Fritz-Erler-Allee"

AENGEVELT has brokered the sale of the multi-family property at Fritz-Erler-Allee 63 in Berlin-Neukölln. The buyers are private investors from the immediate neighbourhood; the deed of sale will be signed on 17 September 2026. The property comprises 9 flats covering approx. 576 m²; AENGEVELT assisted with due diligence and financing.

by Aengevelt Immobilien
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A positive sign for Bremen’s new-build property market: 31 flats sold and the next project now on the market
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A positive sign for Bremen’s new-build property market: 31 flats sold and the next project now on the market

Robert C. Spies has completed the marketing of the ESTELLE new-build project in Bremen-Schwachhausen: all 31 flats have been sold. At the same time, the exclusive marketing of the “allee 40” project, comprising ten flats, is getting underway. Quality, location and competitive pricing are seen as key factors in its success.

by Robert C. Spies KG
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"Düsseldorf: AENGEVELT brokers Telekom site on Froschkönigweg for future housing development"
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"Düsseldorf: AENGEVELT brokers Telekom site on Froschkönigweg for future housing development"

AENGEVELT, acting as sole agent, has brokered the sale of a Telekom site measuring approximately 4,100 m² on Froschkönigweg in Düsseldorf-Flingern to a Düsseldorf-based property developer. The site is earmarked for residential development; the purchase agreement was notarised on 30 September 2026. The purchase price remains confidential.

by Aengevelt Immobilien
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New AI transformation company raises funding to advance AI adoption in Europe
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New AI transformation company raises funding to advance AI adoption in Europe

Hg, the leading investor in European and transatlantic technology and services businesses, today announced an agreement to invest, with participation from Anthropic and angel investors, in a new AI transformation company to help European companies advance responsible AI adoption and product innovation.

by Hg
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Grand Hotel Gravenbruch sold to COMER Group International – Colliers acts as exclusive transaction adviser to the insolvency administrators
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Grand Hotel Gravenbruch sold to COMER Group International – Colliers acts as exclusive transaction adviser to the insolvency administrators

COMER Group International took over the Grand Hotel Gravenbruch on 30 October 2026. Colliers acted as exclusive adviser to the insolvency administrators on the structured sale process; the purchase price remains confidential. There are now prospects for the employees.

by Colliers
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Union Investment sells Motel One hotel in Brussels to M&G Real Estate
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Union Investment sells Motel One hotel in Brussels to M&G Real Estate

Union Investment has sold the hotel at 120 Rue Royale in Brussels, which is leased to Motel One, to M&G Real Estate. The property is intended for the M&G European Property Fund. No details of the purchase price have been disclosed.

by Union Investment Real Estate
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Robert C. Spies Nordics brings Uno-X to the Nordic Business Hub in Maribo
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Robert C. Spies Nordics brings Uno-X to the Nordic Business Hub in Maribo

Robert C. Spies Nordics has brokered the sale of an 8,668 m² plot of land to Uno-X Mobility at the Nordic Business Hub in Maribo. The plan is to build a fast-charging station for electric lorries with six 1 MW charging points, due to come into operation in 2027. The site on the E47 benefits from the Fehmarn Belt Crossing.

by Robert C. Spies KG
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JLL: Redevco sells Havelpark Dallgow to Strategic Value Partners and 4FI
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JLL: Redevco sells Havelpark Dallgow to Strategic Value Partners and 4FI

Funds managed by Strategic Value Partners, in partnership with 4 Friends Investment (4FI), have acquired Havelpark Dallgow from Redevco. JLL brokered the transaction and advised the seller. The 55,000 m² centre comprises around 100 shops and is approximately 92 per cent let.

by JLL
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Aroundtown extends leases for around 1,400 sqm at Bonifazius-Türme office location in Mainz
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Aroundtown extends leases for around 1,400 sqm at Bonifazius-Türme office location in Mainz

Aroundtown has extended two long-term leases at the Bonifazius Towers in Mainz. SWR occupies approximately 550 m² for its “funk” store, while Luamaya continues to occupy approximately 850 m²—for a combined total of about 1,400 m². The location near the main train station offers a variety of uses and excellent transportation links.

by Aroundtown
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Aigner Immobilien brokers a residential and commercial property in a central location in Augsburg
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Aigner Immobilien brokers a residential and commercial property in a central location in Augsburg

Aigner Immobilien has brokered the sale of a mixed-use property in the centre of Augsburg. The property, situated near Königsplatz, comprises 815 m² of lettable space, including ten residential units, one commercial unit and one office unit; the seller was a private individual and the buyer an investor; details remain confidential.

by Aigner Immobilien GmbH
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Union Investment enters the Irish retail market
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Union Investment enters the Irish retail market

Union Investment has acquired the fully let ‘Gulliver’s Retail Park’ in Dublin, thereby entering the Irish retail market. The property will be included in an open-ended specialist fund; the purchase price remains confidential. Anchor tenants include Lidl and The Range.

by Union Investment Real Estate
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Westend Real Assets acquires two data centres in Hamburg for the “HAL Digitale Infrastruktur Deutschland 1” fund
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Westend Real Assets acquires two data centres in Hamburg for the “HAL Digitale Infrastruktur Deutschland 1” fund

Westend Real Assets has acquired two colocation data centres in Hamburg for the specialised AIF “HAL Digitale Infrastruktur Deutschland 1”. The sites in Alsterdorf and Rahlstedt are let on long-term leases and are operated by akquinet. The fund’s assets under management have risen to over 200 million euros.

by Westend Real Assets
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Centralis acquires a mixed-use property in Hamburg with a focus on modern hospitality
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Centralis acquires a mixed-use property in Hamburg with a focus on modern hospitality

The Centralis Immobilien Group has acquired an existing mixed-use property at Hamburger Straße 188/188A/190 in Hamburg. The 4,104 m² property combines modern hospitality (2,883 m², serviced apartments by Arbio), residential accommodation and local retail (PENNY); closing: mid-October 2026.

by Centralis Immobilien
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Union Investment sells shopping centre in Mons
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Union Investment sells shopping centre in Mons

Union Investment is selling the “Les Grands Prés” shopping centre in Mons to Eurocommercial Properties via a share deal for approximately €265 million. The transaction is due to close on 4 November. This exit, after 22 years, rejuvenates the portfolio and boosts the performance of UniImmo: Europa.

by Union Investment Real Estate
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JLL: Wisag leases around 1,000 m² of office space in Nuremberg
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JLL: Wisag leases around 1,000 m² of office space in Nuremberg

Wisag is leasing around 950 m² at Rathsbergstraße 25 in Nuremberg, comprising 800 m² of office space and 150 m² of logistics space. JLL advised on the search for premises and brokered the lease. The move-in is scheduled for November 2026.

by JLL
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AG Real Estate France acquires a 38,900 m² logistics centre in Saint-Aubin-sur-Gaillon off-plan
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AG Real Estate France acquires a 38,900 m² logistics centre in Saint-Aubin-sur-Gaillon off-plan

AG Real Estate France has announced the off-plan acquisition of a logistics centre covering nearly 38,900 m² in Saint-Aubin-sur-Gaillon, in the Eure department of Normandy.

by AG Real Estate France
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HDI extends its partnership with Goldbeck Facility Services for a further three years
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HDI extends its partnership with Goldbeck Facility Services for a further three years

HDI has extended its partnership with Goldbeck Facility Services by three years. The facility management provider will continue to be responsible for the technical operation of HDI’s head office in Hanover. The complex offers around 77,000 m² of floor space for approximately 1,800 employees.

by GOLDBECK GmbH
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Ten asset management companies set up an association for joint cyber security
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Ten asset management companies set up an association for joint cyber security

Ten German asset management companies have founded the association DORCA e.V. to support compliance with the EU’s DORA regulations. Plans include joint audits of critical IT service providers, the sharing of insights and uniform security standards.

by Art Invest Real Estate
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MVGM manages a further 350 residential and commercial units in Berlin on behalf of Core Property
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MVGM manages a further 350 residential and commercial units in Berlin on behalf of Core Property

From 2027, MVGM will take over the property management of a further 17 properties for Core Property, comprising around 350 residential and commercial units in Berlin (approx. 12,000 m²). The partnership, which has been in place since April, is being expanded; MVGM now manages a total of around 70 properties covering over 80,000 m².

by MVGM
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Abu Dhabi and Partners Group sign agreement: Aim is to promote private-sector participation in infrastructure and property in Abu Dhabi
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Abu Dhabi and Partners Group sign agreement: Aim is to promote private-sector participation in infrastructure and property in Abu Dhabi

The Abu Dhabi Projects and Infrastructure Centre (ADPIC) and Partners Group have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to promote private investment in infrastructure and property in Abu Dhabi. The MoU was signed during the ADIS Roadshow 2026 at EXPO REAL in Munich.

by Abu Dhabi Projects and Infrastructure Centre (ADPIC)
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GlobalData announces the leading M&A financial and legal advisers in the Middle East and Africa for Q1–Q3 2026
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GlobalData announces the leading M&A financial and legal advisers in the Middle East and Africa for Q1–Q3 2026

GlobalData has published league tables for M&A advisers in the Middle East & Africa for Q1–Q3 2026. Goldman Sachs leads by deal value, whilst Rothschild & Co leads by volume. Among law firms, Kirkland & Ellis (value) and White & Case (volume) top the rankings.

by GlobalData
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GlobalData announces top M&A financial and legal advisers in Asia-Pacific during Q1-Q3 2026
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GlobalData announces top M&A financial and legal advisers in Asia-Pacific during Q1-Q3 2026

GlobalData has released league tables for M&A advisors in the Asia-Pacific region (Q1–Q3 2026). Mitsubishi UFJ Financial leads among financial advisors in terms of value and volume (29 deals, $42 billion). Among law firms, AZB & Partners leads in value and TriLegal in volume.

by GlobalData
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FASTR becomes a Bronze Partner of the BFW Bavarian Regional Association
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FASTR becomes a Bronze Partner of the BFW Bavarian Regional Association

FASTR is the new Bronze Partner of the BFW Bavarian Regional Association. The energy service provider aims to contribute its expertise in cost-effective, practical decarbonisation to the network and to strengthen dialogue with member companies and policymakers.

by FASTR | FASTR
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Battery storage in the balancing power market for greater grid stability: Ignitis and emsys VPP expand their partnership
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Battery storage in the balancing power market for greater grid stability: Ignitis and emsys VPP expand their partnership

Ignitis and emsys VPP are expanding their virtual power plant to integrate battery storage for balancing energy in the Baltic electricity market. The aim is to improve grid stability following ENTSO-E synchronisation; aFRR/mFRR pre-qualification and intraday trading are underway.

by emsys VPP
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AtechX and JM form a partnership for innovation in housing construction
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AtechX and JM form a partnership for innovation in housing construction

AtechX has entered into a partnership with the Scandinavian housing developer JM. JM will gain early access to technologies from the AtechX ecosystem, whilst start-ups will test solutions within JM’s portfolio. The aim is to launch pilot projects, improve efficiency and reduce resource consumption.

by ATechX
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LUWIN Real Estate takes over asset management for Theodor-Stern-Kai 1 in Frankfurt
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LUWIN Real Estate takes over asset management for Theodor-Stern-Kai 1 in Frankfurt

The company that owns the building complex at Theodor-Stern-Kai 1 in Frankfurt has commissioned LUWIN Real Estate, based in Frankfurt, to manage the assets.

by LUWIN Real Estate
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RQI Immobilien AG and Westend Bank take over a €50 million residential project in Frankfurt
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RQI Immobilien AG and Westend Bank take over a €50 million residential project in Frankfurt

RQI Immobilien AG and Westend Bank have taken over an office-to-residential conversion project (approx. 8,400 m² gross floor area) in Frankfurt-Rödelheim, which originated from insolvency proceedings. The joint venture “RQI Smart Living in Frankfurt” is planning over 100 units; marketing is scheduled to begin in spring 2028.

by RQI Immobilien AG
CooperationsDealsDevelopmentsReal Estate
Rohrer Immobilien: New energy strategy boosts rental income by 16 per cent / Marketing mandate for 130 flats
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Rohrer Immobilien: New energy strategy boosts rental income by 16 per cent / Marketing mandate for 130 flats

Following Expo Real, Rohrer Immobilien has been awarded the contract to market a residential complex comprising 130 flats. According to the project developer, the largely energy-self-sufficient building concept designed by Timo Leukefeld and a flat-rate rent model enable basic rents to be around 16 per cent higher and a net initial yield of approximately 4 per cent.

by Rohrer Immobilien
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Vastint and Hines are developing around 1,700 flats on the site of the former glassmaking district in Düsseldorf
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Vastint and Hines are developing around 1,700 flats on the site of the former glassmaking district in Düsseldorf

Vastint and Hines have acquired the Glasmacherviertel in Düsseldorf-Gerresheim as part of a joint venture. They plan to build between 1,600 and 1,800 flats, along with local amenities and social infrastructure, on a site covering around 193,000 m². The development will take place in phases and is currently undergoing the planning and approval process.

by Vastint
Hines
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Ecologistics selects a joint project by 7R and EQT Real Estate
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Ecologistics selects a joint project by 7R and EQT Real Estate

Ecologistics is leasing the entire 44,500 m² building in the first joint project by 7R and EQT Real Estate in Lužec nad Vltavou. The long-term lease supports local and cross-border e-commerce logistics and fulfilment for a diverse range of customers.

by 7R
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ROSA-ALSCHER Group commissions MVGM to provide property management services for the ZAM in Munich-Freiham
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ROSA-ALSCHER Group commissions MVGM to provide property management services for the ZAM in Munich-Freiham

The ROSA-ALSCHER Group has commissioned MVGM to provide property management services for the ZAM urban quarter in Munich-Freiham. The contract was signed at EXPO REAL in Munich. MVGM will take over the management and tenant support for the 110,000 m² mixed-use quarter.

by ROSA-ALSCHER Group
CooperationsReal Estate
Abu Dhabi signs cooperation agreements with Siemens, Partners Group, AHK, PATRIZIA and HENN at Expo Real
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Abu Dhabi signs cooperation agreements with Siemens, Partners Group, AHK, PATRIZIA and HENN at Expo Real

At EXPO REAL in Munich, ADPIC signed five memoranda of understanding with Siemens, Partners Group, AHK, PATRIZIA and HENN. The aim is to collaborate on digital project management and public-private partnerships (PPPs). The delegation held over 100 meetings and is linking a US$56 billion programme with specialist expertise.

by Abu Dhabi Projects and Infrastructure Centre (ADPIC)
CooperationsInfrastructure

Developments

A positive sign for Bremen’s new-build property market: 31 flats sold and the next project now on the market
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A positive sign for Bremen’s new-build property market: 31 flats sold and the next project now on the market

Robert C. Spies has completed the marketing of the ESTELLE new-build project in Bremen-Schwachhausen: all 31 flats have been sold. At the same time, the exclusive marketing of the “allee 40” project, comprising ten flats, is getting underway. Quality, location and competitive pricing are seen as key factors in its success.

by Robert C. Spies KG
DealsDevelopmentsReal Estate
23 years of shared growth: OSMAB and ALCARO hand over new logistics building to APOSAN in Cologne-Kalk
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23 years of shared growth: OSMAB and ALCARO hand over new logistics building to APOSAN in Cologne-Kalk

OSMAB and ALCARO have handed over a new logistics building in Cologne-Kalk, tailor-made for APOSAN – marking another milestone in their partnership, which has been in place since 2003. The property offers 1,860 m² of logistics space and 310 m² of office and staff facilities, as well as a 183 kWp solar power system.

by OSMAB Holding AG
ALCARO Invest GmbH
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Downing Renewable Developments secures planning approval for 42MW Freeby Lane Green Energy Park
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Downing Renewable Developments secures planning approval for 42MW Freeby Lane Green Energy Park

Downing Renewable Developments (DRD) has secured planning approval for Freeby Lane Green Energy Park, a solar and battery energy storage development near Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire, with a unanimous vote in favour of the project at a recent Planning Committee.

by Downing
DevelopmentsEnergy
“Oskar-Jäger-Straße south of the Low Line” neighbourhood in Cologne-Ehrenfeld: winning design for the urban development concept announced
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“Oskar-Jäger-Straße south of the Low Line” neighbourhood in Cologne-Ehrenfeld: winning design for the urban development concept announced

ASTOC ARCHITECTS AND PLANNERS and GREENBOX Landscape Architects have won the two-phase shortlisting process for the “Oskar-Jäger-Straße south of the Low Line” neighbourhood in Cologne-Ehrenfeld. The plans include around 450 flats and approximately 15,000 m² of commercial space along the future Low Line.

by Art Invest Real Estate
DevelopmentsReal Estate
RQI Immobilien is planning 20 additional flats in Wiesbaden and is continuing to develop its portfolio for a high-net-worth private investor
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RQI Immobilien is planning 20 additional flats in Wiesbaden and is continuing to develop its portfolio for a high-net-worth private investor

RQI Immobilien is continuing to develop the “TEDESCO” residential complex in Wiesbaden for a high-net-worth private investor and remains responsible for asset management. The plans include 20 additional flats (from 22 to 42), an increase in floor area (from 2,100 to 2,700 m²) and an energy-efficiency refurbishment (from energy class F to B+).

by RQI Immobilien AG
DevelopmentsReal Estate
Königstadt successfully concludes the architectural competition for ‘Westend 100’ in Berlin: Plattenbaustudio Berlin wins the competition for courtyard densification
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Königstadt successfully concludes the architectural competition for ‘Westend 100’ in Berlin: Plattenbaustudio Berlin wins the competition for courtyard densification

Königstadt has successfully concluded the architectural competition for “Westend 100” in Berlin’s Westend district: Plattenbaustudio Berlin has won with its entry “Flexible Resilience; Gartenhaus Westend”. The plans envisage 18 flats built using a hybrid timber construction method; construction is due to begin in mid-2028.

by Königstadt Gesellschaft für Grundstücke und Industrie mbH
DevelopmentsReal Estate
Harden Industriebau completes the Panattoni Campus in Augsburg
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Harden Industriebau completes the Panattoni Campus in Augsburg

The main contractor, Harden Industriebau, has completed the Panattoni Campus Augsburg on a brownfield site covering approximately 46,000 m² in Augsburg-Lechhausen. The site combines a logistics park and a City Dock, features pre-installation for solar panels, green roofs and district heating, and is aiming for DGNB Platinum certification.

by Harden Industriebau
DevelopmentsReal Estate
KGAL begins letting in the residential development at Candidplatz in Munich, comprising 355 privately funded and subsidised flats
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KGAL begins letting in the residential development at Candidplatz in Munich, comprising 355 privately funded and subsidised flats

KGAL has begun letting flats in the residential development at Candidplatz in Munich-Untergiesing. The development comprises 355 flats, of which 186 are new-builds (117 privately funded, 69 EOF); 82 units are currently being marketed. An EDEKA supermarket, a nursery and a sustainable mobility scheme round off the offering.

by KGAL
DevelopmentsReal Estate
Cureus and Lavendio lay the foundation stone for a care home in Braunschweig with 138 care places
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Cureus and Lavendio lay the foundation stone for a care home in Braunschweig with 138 care places

On 27 October 2026, Cureus and Lavendio laid the foundation stone for a care home with 138 care places in Braunschweig-Nordstadt. Completion is scheduled for early 2028, with the building constructed to KfW 55 standards. The project will create over 80 new jobs locally and provide a wide range of services.

by Cureus GmbH
DevelopmentsReal Estate
Ground-breaking ceremony for Panattoni Park Offenbach on a historic industrial site
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Ground-breaking ceremony for Panattoni Park Offenbach on a historic industrial site

With this ground-breaking ceremony, Panattoni is commencing construction of Panattoni Park Offenbach on the site of a former paint factory. Two logistics and industrial properties totalling around 10,500 m² are due to be completed by the second quarter of 2027; one unit has already been pre-let to an automotive supplier.

by Panattoni
DevelopmentsReal Estate
MEAG signs first tenant G&T at 30 Finsbury Square, London
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MEAG signs first tenant G&T at 30 Finsbury Square, London

MEAG gewinnt den ersten Mieter für 30 Finsbury Square in London: Gardiner & Theobald bezieht ab 2028 rund 54.939 sq ft (3,5 Etagen), der Einzug ist für Q3 2029 geplant. Die Fertigstellung des 122.000-sq-ft-Gebäudes ist für Sommer 2027 vorgesehen.

by Fabian Wilhelm | MEAG
DealsDevelopments
Nordex Group to supply DenkerWulf turbines for a 51-MW wind farm in Schleswig-Holstein
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Nordex Group to supply DenkerWulf turbines for a 51-MW wind farm in Schleswig-Holstein

The Nordex Group is supplying DenkerWulf with nine N149/5.X turbines, with a combined capacity of 51.3 MW, for the Bredenbek wind farm in Schleswig-Holstein. Construction is due to begin in autumn 2027, with the first turbine scheduled to come on stream in December 2027. The contract includes 20 years of premium service.

by Nordex SE
DealsDevelopmentsEnergy
ZAM in Munich-Freiham: Neighbourhood centre officially opened
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ZAM in Munich-Freiham: Neighbourhood centre officially opened

The ROSA-ALSCHER Group and Vonovia have opened the ZAM neighbourhood centre in Munich-Freiham. Around 470 flats, along with 18,700 m² of office and commercial space and 25,000 m² of retail and catering space, form the new centre; 332 Vonovia flats are almost fully let.

by ROSA-ALSCHER Group
DevelopmentsReal Estate
Greystar expands into Italy with its first investment in Bologna
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Greystar expands into Italy with its first investment in Bologna

Greystar is launching its operations in Italy with its first student accommodation project in Bologna (400 places), thereby expanding its European business. At least 2,500 beds are planned by the end of 2027; ING is financing the project with €45 million in green construction finance.

by Greystar
DealsDevelopmentsReal Estate
MLK Holzweiler Wind Farm Connected to the Grid: NRW Environment Minister Krischer Attends Commissioning Ceremony
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MLK Holzweiler Wind Farm Connected to the Grid: NRW Environment Minister Krischer Attends Commissioning Ceremony

On 20 October 2026, the MLK Group commissioned the Erkelenz-Holzweiler wind farm. Two Vestas V172-7.2 MW turbines (totalling 14.4 MW) are forecast to generate 37 million kWh of electricity per year. NRW Environment Minister Oliver Krischer attended the commissioning ceremony.

by MLK Gruppe
DevelopmentsEnergy
Union Investment receives planning permission for “Quartier Wandsbek Markt” in Hamburg
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Union Investment receives planning permission for “Quartier Wandsbek Markt” in Hamburg

Union Investment has been granted planning permission for the “Quartier Wandsbek Markt” in Hamburg. The development will comprise 125 flats as well as office and retail space; the historic façade has already been refurbished. The pedestrian walkway is due to be completed by December, the structural work by autumn of next year, and the upper storeys in the summer; completion is scheduled for the end of 2028.

by Union Investment Real Estate
DevelopmentsReal Estate

Dynamics

KOIMO welcomes former Mobility2Grid Managing Director Nina Weber to the team
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KOIMO welcomes former Mobility2Grid Managing Director Nina Weber to the team

KOIMO Development is strengthening its team with the appointment of Nina Weber, former Managing Director of Mobility2Grid. She joined the company in October as a Senior Project Manager and will be responsible for driving forward the transfer of knowledge between research and practice for the ringberlin model campus, as well as coordinating partnerships and projects.

by KOIMO Development
Dynamics
CBRE strategically merges its Berlin and Leipzig operations in the Industrial & Logistics Leasing sector
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CBRE strategically merges its Berlin and Leipzig operations in the Industrial & Logistics Leasing sector

CBRE is combining the Berlin and Leipzig regions into a single market area within its Industrial & Logistics Leasing division. The aim is to focus more closely on economic interdependencies, offer more location options and drive growth; Frank Schönfelder will take charge of the division.

by CBRE
Dynamics
1000 Satellites brings the future of the office to Karlsruhe and expands its network in the south-west
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1000 Satellites brings the future of the office to Karlsruhe and expands its network in the south-west

1000 Satellites is opening its first site, covering around 2,500 m², at the Malzwerk on the iWerkX campus in Karlsruhe. Having been in operation since July 2026, the official opening will take place on 19 November; the first companies, such as diva-e Conclusion and cerebricks, are already using the space.

by 1000 Satellites
Dynamics
DAHLER Invest opens a branch in Leipzig; former Colliers manager in Leipzig, Bastian Kunau, takes over as branch manager
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DAHLER Invest opens a branch in Leipzig; former Colliers manager in Leipzig, Bastian Kunau, takes over as branch manager

DAHLER Invest is opening an office in Leipzig to serve Central Germany. Former Colliers manager Bastian Kunau is leading a team of four, focusing on the brokerage of multi-family properties as well as mixed-use residential and commercial buildings. In Leipzig, purchase prices have fallen by 25–30 per cent since 2022, whilst rents are rising.

by DAHLER
DynamicsReal Estate
Maik Stützer joins Savills as Director of Business Development, Facility Management
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Maik Stützer joins Savills as Director of Business Development, Facility Management

The property consultancy Savills is expanding its activities in the areas of facility management and building & project consultancy: with effect from 1 November, Maik Stützer will take up the position of Director of Business Development, Facility Management, at Savills in Germany.

by Savills
Dynamics
Gorgeous Smiling Hotels sets the course for further growth
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Gorgeous Smiling Hotels sets the course for further growth

Following the buyback of the Auctus shares, Gorgeous Smiling Hotels is realigning its strategy. Heiko Grote and Andreas Erben are leading the group; bank loans have been repaid. Focus on efficiency, digitalisation and AI; occupancy up 10 per cent, RevPAR up 4.5 per cent, 77 hotels, six projects in the pipeline.

by Gorgeous Smiling Hotels
Dynamics
DAHLER reorganises its management team in Hamburg: Britta Gries and Anna Wilckens will be in charge of four sites in future
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DAHLER reorganises its management team in Hamburg: Britta Gries and Anna Wilckens will be in charge of four sites in future

DAHLER is consolidating the management of its Hamburg sites. Since 1 October 2026, Britta Gries and Anna Wilckens have been responsible for Elbvororte, Alstertal, Alster West and HafenCity. Both bring with them several years’ experience from Engel & Völkers.

by DAHLER
Dynamics
Reports 76% Q3 Funding Growth to €23.5M, Expands Across Eight European Markets
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Reports 76% Q3 Funding Growth to €23.5M, Expands Across Eight European Markets

The real estate investment platform InRento reported a 76.4% increase in project funding to €23.49 million in Q3 2026. The company operates in eight European markets, returned €4.25 million in capital, and distributed €2.08 million in profits. Focus: Diversification and risk management.

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Julius Baer’s former Group CFO, Evie Kostakis, is to lead LAMDA Development, the developer behind The Ellinikon
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Julius Baer’s former Group CFO, Evie Kostakis, is to lead LAMDA Development, the developer behind The Ellinikon

Lamda Development is undergoing a change in leadership: Odisseas Athanasiou is stepping down as CEO on 31 December 2026 after 18 years in the role. Evie Kostakis, previously Group CFO at Julius Baer, will take over on 1 January 2027. Athanasiou is moving to CLH as a consultant; The Ellinikon is transitioning from construction to handover.

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GARBE Private Capital: Property and infrastructure investments for family offices
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GARBE Private Capital: Property and infrastructure investments for family offices

GARBE has established GARBE Private Capital AG in Zurich as a point of contact for family offices, private banks and entrepreneurial families. The focus is on club deals, co-investments and individual investments using equity capital from the shareholder families. The managing director is Peter Paschke.

by GARBE
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WDP strengthens its presence on the capital markets with a third listing on Euronext Paris
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WDP strengthens its presence on the capital markets with a third listing on Euronext Paris

WDP (Warehouses De Pauw) is pleased to invite you to the Euronext market opening ceremony marking WDP’s listing on Euronext Paris.

by WDP SA
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AtechX start-up Bellboy Robotics continues successful development of Physical AI at NVIDIA GTC Berlin
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AtechX start-up Bellboy Robotics continues successful development of Physical AI at NVIDIA GTC Berlin

Bellboy Robotics, part of the first AtechX cohort, is presenting its Live Learning Lab for AI models in real-world operation at NVIDIA GTC Berlin. The fleet of 22 robots has logged over 10,000 operating hours and completed 24,000 room inspections. AtechX provides support through its network and access to practical experience.

by Aroundtown
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Austria: Limehome breaks the 1,000-unit mark with projects in Vienna and Linz
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Austria: Limehome breaks the 1,000-unit mark with projects in Vienna and Linz

Limehome has surpassed the 1,000-unit mark in Austria thanks to three new contracts and three openings in Vienna and Linz. Over 500 of these units are in Vienna. New locations are achieving occupancy rates of over 90 per cent; Linz Urfahr has reached over 93 per cent.

by Limehome
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Shareholders thank Dr Frank May: CEO concludes a successful tenure at Alterric
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Shareholders thank Dr Frank May: CEO concludes a successful tenure at Alterric

Alterric CEO Dr Frank May is leaving the company at the end of his contract on 31 March 2027. The shareholders, EWE AG and the Aloys Wobben Foundation, regret his decision and pay tribute to his work. May cites personal reasons.

by Alterric GmbH
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From caretaker to authorised signatory, from tradesman to managing director: a career at TREUREAL Gebäudeservice
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From caretaker to authorised signatory, from tradesman to managing director: a career at TREUREAL Gebäudeservice

TREUREAL Gebäudeservice GmbH focuses on career paths rooted in practical experience. Managing Director Uwe Lippmann worked his way up from a tradesman, whilst Alexander Sygor rose from caretaker to authorised signatory (June 2026). The aim is to develop and retain skilled staff and to fill management positions internally.

by Immobiliengruppe Rhein-Neckar
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PASENDIA expands its consultancy business with Dr Alexander Seeberg as Managing Director
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PASENDIA expands its consultancy business with Dr Alexander Seeberg as Managing Director

PASENDIA has appointed Dr Alexander Seeberg as Managing Director with effect from 15 September 2026, thereby expanding its consultancy business. The financial expert brings over 20 years’ experience, gained at companies including BAUWENS, alstria, KPMG and Rölfs, and is set to drive forward financing and restructuring initiatives.

by PASENDIA
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