IMAXXAM acquires modernized office campus in Essen

Simon van Zoggel, Head of Transaction at IMAXXAM, says: "With the acquisition of this office property in Essen, we are further expanding our commitment to stable medium-sized cities with a sustainable investment profile. The location convinces with its strong economic basis and very good connections, which offers attractive prospects for the office market in the long term. Particularly noteworthy for us is the combination of solid building fabric and a high proportion of public users, which makes this property an extremely reliable investment."

With the purchase of the office property, the company is strengthening its commitment to sustainable and future-oriented investments. Certification with the BREEAM rating of "Very Good" is currently in preparation. A CO₂-neutral district heating connection and the consistent purchase of green electricity underline the high energy standard. This is complemented by a climate-friendly mobility concept and excellent accessibility via local public transport. The property is 97% occupied by users from the public administration and education sectors, thus fulfilling an important socially responsible function. Modern workplace design and an attractive supply infrastructure ensure a high level of user satisfaction. In addition, the building is designed to be barrier-free and offers potential for the installation of a photovoltaic system to further increase sustainability.

"The BRIX" is located in the southern part of Essen on the opposite side of the street from the Bismarckplatz underground station, which connects the property with the city center and the main train station in a few minutes. The main train station can be reached on foot in less than 10 minutes. In addition, the multi-tenant is well connected to the road network, including the motorways that lead to Düsseldorf Airport, among other places. In the immediate vicinity there are several restaurants, local suppliers, shopping centers and the Stadtgarten is not far away.

The legal and tax due diligence was carried out by Noerr, the technical and environmental assessment by Kroll.