Trammell Crow Company (TCC), one of the leading developers of commercial real estate, and CBRE Investment Management (CBRE IM) have signed a lease agreement for the Schönefeld logistics project near Berlin Airport on behalf of a fund managed by CBRE IM. This marks a significant milestone for the first joint project of the partners in Germany.
GVS Group GmbH, a subsidiary of METRO AG, is leasing around 10,264 m² of gross lettable space for a period of 10 years from June 2026 and will thus move into one of the two available units of the project.
The Schönefeld logistics project is located only about 7 km from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) and 2.2 km from the Waltersdorf motorway junction (A117/A113) and is excellently connected to the national and international transport networks. The project comprises a total of approx. 21,196 m² of state-of-the-art Grade A logistics space, divided into two flexibly usable units.
The building has been designed with a strong focus on sustainability: it has highly efficient energy systems, is pre-equipped for the installation of photovoltaic systems and is aiming for BREEAM “Excellent” certification.
GVS Group, the food service specialist within the METRO Group, will use the new location to further strengthen its logistics and distribution processes. The lease illustrates how the nationwide supply chains in the foodservice sector are developing and becoming more professional.
Maximilian Moser, Senior Vice President at Trammell Crow Company, says: “The signing of this lease agreement in Germany at the Schönefeld location marks a decisive milestone in the further expansion of our presence in Western Europe. The lease by GVS Group demonstrates the high demand for high-quality, strategically well-located logistics space in the Berlin market and reinforces our confidence in its strong foundations. The project was consistently tailored to the needs of the users and combines excellent connectivity with strong sustainability features. We look forward to continuing this momentum in the ongoing leasing talks for the remaining unit.”
Annabelle Dierks, Head of Logistics Asset Management Germany at CBRE IM, comments: “This transaction shows how important the interplay of investment expertise and active asset management is. Because we understand the requirements of our users exactly, we can develop our properties with foresight and ensure their attractiveness in a dynamic logistics market in the long term.”
Behnud Haji, Head of Supply Chain at GVS Group GmbH, adds: “We are very pleased to secure this space in Schönefeld, which will support the continuous expansion of our logistics network in Germany. The location and features of the building provide an excellent platform to expand our distribution capabilities and better serve our customers throughout the region.”
The project in Schönefeld was realised on a plot of land of approx. 38,500 m², which TCC and CBRE IM acquired in 2024. The development marks the first collaboration between the two companies in Germany and is a targeted response to the growing demand for modern logistics infrastructure in one of Europe’s most established urban markets.
