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

Ulrich Höller, Managing Partner of the ABG Real Estate Group, gave assessments of the market, financing, office and residential before Expo Real. He expects a slower normalization and opportunities through repositioning; significant recovery from H2 2027.

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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.
by 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."

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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Healthcare and social care property: Consolidation amongst care home operators as an investment opportunity
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Healthcare and social care property: Consolidation amongst care home operators as an investment opportunity

The German healthcare and social care property market recorded a volume of almost €1.8 billion in Q1–Q3 2026 – the highest volume since 2022. Key drivers included Aedifica’s majority stake in Cofinimmo and TPG’s medical centre deal. Prime yields rose to 5.4 per cent, 4.8 per cent and 4.7 per cent.
by Savills
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JLL: Residential investment market proves resilient in a challenging market environment
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JLL: Residential investment market proves resilient in a challenging market environment

by JLL
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Investment market remains below last year’s figures – nationwide investment volume at €23.1 billion

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Deutsche Asset One completes residential property transactions in Berlin worth around 120 million euros
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Deutsche Asset One completes residential property transactions in Berlin worth around 120 million euros

Deutsche Asset One has completed two residential property transactions in Berlin totalling around 120 million euros. A listed building complex in Tempelhof-Schöneberg was sold for approximately 100 million euros, whilst the new-build complex ‘Grünfinken’ in Altglienicke was acquired for approximately 20 million euros.

by Deutsche Asset One
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Empira Group completes acquisition of the ‘Bärenpark’ residential estate in Berlin – BayernLB provides €62.5 million in funding for the transition-to-green investment
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Empira Group completes acquisition of the ‘Bärenpark’ residential estate in Berlin – BayernLB provides €62.5 million in funding for the transition-to-green investment

Empira Group has completed the acquisition of the “Bärenpark” residential estate in Tempelhof, Berlin. BayernLB is financing the transition-to-green investment with €62.5 million; plans include switching from gas to district heating and implementing further energy-efficiency measures.

by Empira Group
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Essen: CUBION brokers 230 m² of office space in the Cranachhöfe
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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
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PAREF Gestion strengthens its presence in Germany with the acquisition of two local supply properties for SCPI PAREF Prima
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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
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"Düsseldorf: Aengevelt brokers around 900 m² of office space in the 'Twin Cubes'."
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"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
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Office Conversion in Berlin: Aroundtown Leases Newly Converted Serviced Apartments at Alexanderplatz to Bob W
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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
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smartments rents 206 serviced apartments in Berlin's FORTY4 district
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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
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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

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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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PATRIZIA acquires B&B Hotel Berlin-Tiergarten with 186 rooms
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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
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Savills Investment Management acquires two logistics properties in Bavaria for European logistics fund
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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
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Plans are underway for a hybrid energy site with approx. 38 MW and BESS integration in Hameln
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Plans are underway for a hybrid energy site with approx. 38 MW and BESS integration in Hameln

Kinesis and NEDE are planning a hybrid energy site in Hameln-Afferde comprising two wind turbines, two PV arrays and a BESS (totalling approx. 38 MW). The Administrative Committee has approved the drawing up of a project-specific development plan; implementation is expected to take place approximately 30 months after the by-law has been adopted.

by Kinesis Erneuerbare Energien GmbH
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aam2core takes over asset management for East German residential portfolio with 3,400 units
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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
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CBRE takes over asset and property management of the Taunus Tower in Eschborn
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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
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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
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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
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10 million euros for Kuro: Germany's largest general contractor relies on the Berlin-based AI company
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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
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Kinesis and NEDE agree on cooperation – starting signal for three wind farms with a capacity of 166 megawatts planned
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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
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EARLYREAL partners with AEXbridge Capital
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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
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Intelligent energy management system for the real estate industry: FASTR and KUGU develop "Pulse"
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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
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KGAL ESPF 6 project Endor signs long-term e-kerosene offtake agreement with Uniper
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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
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Deutsche WindGuard and Sinoma sign contract for wind tunnel tests
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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
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New standard for the real estate industry: gif e.V. and gpti e.V. publish integrated value creation concept 2026
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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.
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Use of AI in the construction and planning industry (PLANIUM and WAIYS)
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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
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URBZ Capital and NW1 Partners enter the German market with Terryn and an IOS strategy of almost EUR 500 million
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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
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Ems-Quartier Meppen – Goldbeck Parking Services becomes operator of the underground car park
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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
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From masterclass to university certificate: Greyfield Foundation and University of St. Gallen expand further education for the real estate industry
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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
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Hg extends collaboration with Anthropic to bring agentic AI capabilities across the portfolio
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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
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moderne stadt awards building plot in Deutz Harbour to GARBE
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moderne stadt awards building plot in Deutz Harbour to GARBE

moderne stadt has awarded the 10,884 m² plot 03 in Cologne’s Deutz Harbour to GARBE Urban Real Estate by way of direct award. The plans include up to 700 flats, as well as retail outlets and a nursery. A qualification process and technical due diligence are planned.

by GARBE Urban Real Estate Germany
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Panattoni is working with Rheinmetall to deliver one of its largest infrastructure projects in Germany
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Panattoni is working with Rheinmetall to deliver one of its largest infrastructure projects in Germany

Panattoni is developing a logistics and training centre for Rheinmetall on the site of the former Kassel-Calden Airport. Construction is due to start on 1 December 2026, with completion scheduled for 30 June 2027. The project will comprise 31,100 m² of logistics space, 6,900 m² of training facilities and up to 200 workstations.

by Panattoni
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Plans are underway for a hybrid energy site with approx. 38 MW and BESS integration in Hameln
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Plans are underway for a hybrid energy site with approx. 38 MW and BESS integration in Hameln

Kinesis and NEDE are planning a hybrid energy site in Hameln-Afferde comprising two wind turbines, two PV arrays and a BESS (totalling approx. 38 MW). The Administrative Committee has approved the drawing up of a project-specific development plan; implementation is expected to take place approximately 30 months after the by-law has been adopted.

by Kinesis Erneuerbare Energien GmbH
NEDE | NEDE GmbH
CooperationsDevelopmentsEnergy
Empira Group completes acquisition of the ‘Bärenpark’ residential estate in Berlin – BayernLB provides €62.5 million in funding for the transition-to-green investment
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Empira Group completes acquisition of the ‘Bärenpark’ residential estate in Berlin – BayernLB provides €62.5 million in funding for the transition-to-green investment

Empira Group has completed the acquisition of the “Bärenpark” residential estate in Tempelhof, Berlin. BayernLB is financing the transition-to-green investment with €62.5 million; plans include switching from gas to district heating and implementing further energy-efficiency measures.

by Empira Group
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STADT UND LAND creates 73 new rental apartments in Berlin-Mariendorf
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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
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FOX Living starts construction of 189 apartments for student housing (PBSA) in Braunschweig
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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
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KAPPE Has Launched the Marketing of Fully Leased "K 10" Serviced Apartment Property in Braunschweig
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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"
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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
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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
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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
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Office Conversion in Berlin: Aroundtown Leases Newly Converted Serviced Apartments at Alexanderplatz to Bob W
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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

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PROXITY appoints George Fraser-Harding as Head of Transactions
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PROXITY appoints George Fraser-Harding as Head of Transactions

PROXITY has appointed George Fraser-Harding as Head of Transactions. He will take up his post in November 2026 and will report directly to CEO Guido Piñol. The former Aviva Investors manager will lead the firm’s European transaction activities.

by PROXITY
Dynamics
Michael Breck is to become the new Head of Industrial & Logistics for Bavaria
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Michael Breck is to become the new Head of Industrial & Logistics for Bavaria

Colliers has appointed Michael Breck as Head of Industrial & Logistics Bavaria with effect from 1 January 2027. The experienced project developer and former Colliers investment broker is returning to the firm after holding positions at Lang & Cie, amongst others. He is tasked with expanding the industrial and logistics business in Bavaria.

by Colliers
Dynamics
CTP accelerates growth in Germany with high-tech projects and record lettings
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CTP accelerates growth in Germany with high-tech projects and record lettings

CTP has recorded record lettings in Germany: by the end of August 2026, over 200,000 m² of space had been let, representing an increase of 166 per cent. At the same time, CTP is developing new high-tech parks in Mülheim and Düsseldorf, amongst other locations. There have also been successful lettings in Rostock, Bremen and Krefeld.

by CTP Deutschland
Dynamics
Wüest Partner and MSCI join forces to support data-driven decision-making
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Westbridge Appoints Dr. Marius Schumacher as Chief Operating Officer

Westbridge appoints Dr. Marius Schumacher as Chief Operating Officer effective October 1, 2026. The former McKinsey associate partner is to further develop operational structures, project management and digitalization in the group of companies.

by Westbridge
Dynamics
RQI Immobilien AG expands its shareholder base and strengthens its Supervisory Board for the next phase of growth
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RQI Immobilien AG expands its shareholder base and strengthens its Supervisory Board for the next phase of growth

RQI Immobilien AG is expanding its shareholder base with a private investor from southern Germany and raising additional equity. In addition, Alexander Krautkrämer will take over as Chairman of the Supervisory Board, while Christian Rödl and Thomas Hegel will join the Board.

by RQI Immobilien AG
Dynamics
WÖHR + BAUER makes the creation of living space a strategic goal
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WÖHR + BAUER makes the creation of living space a strategic goal

WÖHR + BAUER bundles its residential construction activities in WÖHR + BAUER Wohnen GmbH and expands the business segment in a targeted manner. Alexander Klonz and Felix Roeck are granted power of attorney. The starting point is the Berlin Neulichterfelde district.

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Empira and Partners Group launch pan-European living strategy with a target volume of EUR 1 billion
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Empira and Partners Group launch pan-European living strategy with a target volume of EUR 1 billion

Partners Group and Empira launch the Empira Pan-European Living Strategy with a target volume of EUR 1 billion. The fund invests in European residential real estate and aims to achieve a net IRR of more than 12%. A first closing is planned for the third quarter of 2027.

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CoreNet Global brings together young leaders on future topics in the real estate industry
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CoreNet Global brings together young leaders on future topics in the real estate industry

CoreNet Global discussed innovation in corporate real estate in its virtual "Young Leaders-only Lunch" series on September 28. The focus was on Chiril Matei's journey from industry practitioner to PropTech founder of LeaseWizard.

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Tim Otto joins the management of FOX Group and FOX Real Estate

Tim Otto will join the management team of FOX Group and FOX Real Estate on October 1, 2026. The 39-year-old will be primarily responsible for transactions and investment management in the future.

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Abu Dahbi at EXPO REAL for the first time with infrastructure programme worth USD 56 billion
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Abu Dahbi at EXPO REAL for the first time with infrastructure programme worth USD 56 billion

ADPIC will present an infrastructure program of over 56 billion US dollars at EXPO REAL in Munich from October 5 to 7 as part of the ADIS International Roadshow 2026. A high-level delegation is looking for international partners for engineering, AI, digital twins and PPP.

by Abu Dhabi Projects and Infrastructure Centre (ADPIC)
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Light:Guard has successfully tested an ADLS pilot project at the Danish wind farm Sønder Bork over a period of six months. The system reliably detected flying objects and would have enabled 97.4% light-off time with 98.7% availability. Implementation is awaiting the final law.
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Thinking economically about monument protection: BiB publishes new guideline on monument depreciation

The Association for Building in Existing Buildings (BiB) publishes a guide to monument depreciation. It explains in a practical way how tax benefits under §§ 7i/7h EStG can be used and emphasizes early coordination with the monument authority before construction begins.
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Market activity in the German residential investment market rose significantly in the third quarter

The German residential investment market picked up significantly in Q3 2026: around €2.3 billion for the quarter, with the volume for the first three quarters standing at just under €5.9 billion (-4% year-on-year) and 17% higher than in Q2. Portfolio transactions and foreign investors drove the market; the prime yield stood at 3.59%.
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Initiative Bildungsimmobilien: New study shows ways to speed up municipal school construction

As part of the Educational Real Estate Initiative, Bulwiengesa publishes a short study on accelerated municipal school construction. It compares implementation models on the basis of life cycle costs and offers municipalities a decision matrix for project-specific model selection.
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MEAG and ENERCON set up a financing platform for wind energy projects in Germany

MEAG and ENERCON have set up a financing platform for wind energy projects in German-speaking countries. A new ENERCON fund provides long-term subordinated debt capital and closes financing gaps. Partners include Universal Investment, Mount Street and BKN Capital.
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