Jan-Erik Hellman, CEO of Ica Fastigheter.

ICA Fastigheter’s growth plans after the new large JV-transcation

Sweden Sweden — Following the divestment of Trecore, ICA Fastigheter has announced another major joint venture transaction, selling eight retail properties worth over SEK 1 billion to Delcore, a company jointly owned with AMF. Jan-Erik Hellman, CEO of ICA Fastigheter, tells Nordic Property News about the new transaction, the ongoing streamlining of the property portfolio, and the company's new position as a shareholder in Vendus.
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Johan Gyllberg.
Nordic Nordic —
Global hotel giant heads to Kvarnholmen in 20-year deal
The deteriorating outlook is being driven by a combination of stricter climate regulations, growing pressure from capital markets and increasing tenant demand for sustainable premises.
Nordic Nordic —
German investors warn of energy crisis in property portfolios as technology emerges as lifeline
Carl-Adam von Schéele.
Nordic Nordic —
Urban Partners launches first-of-its-kind fund to accelerate urban regeneration
Housing is singled out as the single most important factor behind the differences between European capitals. For families who rent, housing costs are by far the largest expense item (the people in the image have nothing to do with the text).
Nordic Nordic —
Stockholm among Europe’s most affordable capitals despite high housing costs
Johan Gyllberg.

Global hotel giant heads to Kvarnholmen in 20-year deal

Nordic — Kvarnholmen's transformation is taking another major step forward as KUAB, the joint development company owned by Peab and JM, has signed a 20-year agreement with hotel operator IHG Hotels & Resorts and 1912 Hotels. The investment will bring the Hotel Indigo lifestyle brand to Sweden for the first time, with a new hotel at the entrance to Stockholm's archipelago—a development that Peab believes could boost Kvarnholmen's regional appeal and international profile.

Barings sells two logistics properties in Stockholm

Sweden Sweden — Barings has sold two logistics properties in the Stockholm area to a state-owned entity. The transaction was completed as part of the company’s European value-add investment strategy.
Logistea enters the Turku market.

Logistea acquires airside logistics property in Turku

Finland Finland — Logistea has acquired a site leasehold in Turku, Finland. The agreed property value amounts to SEK 114 million and the asset has a lettable area of 9,069 sqm. The asset has five tenants with an annual rental income of SEK 10.6 million, of which FedEx and DHL accounts for circa 90 percent.
Thomas Holm in front of Bromma Blocks.

Svenska Handelsfastigheter leases 25,000 sqm at Bromma Blocks

Sweden Sweden — Bromma Blocks is set to undergo a major transformation, and Svenska Handelsfastigheter can now unveil a significant portion of its future tenant mix. New lettings to Mio, Lidl, Power, and JYSK will complement existing tenants that have chosen to continue investing in the retail destination through new or upgraded store premises.
Tuomas Kokkila.

Slättö invests EUR 100 million in Finland – here's how they look to grow further

Finland Finland — Slättö has committed nearly EUR 100 million to the Finnish market in the first half of 2026, deploying capital across residential, light industrial and logistics and hotel – all key conviction segments for the firm. Tuomas Kokkila, Investment Director at Slättö, tells Nordic Property News about where he sees best potential going forward, what cities he considers attractive, Slättö’s investment approach for the remainder of 2026 and how he sees the Finnish transaction market developing.
The area of Frihamnen and Ringön.

Dense urban district to connect Gothenburg across the river

Sweden Sweden — 4,500 homes, two schools, new bridge connections and a development project expected to continue for up to 30 years. Gothenburg’s City Planning Committee has now approved an updated planning programme for Frihamnen and parts of Ringön. The ambition is to create a dense and mixed-use inner-city district that connects Gothenburg across the river, while maintaining a balanced project economy.
Heino Group sells property to Corum.

Corum makes new Finnish acquisition

Finland Finland — Heino Group sold Valio Aimo's distribution centre in Kuopio to Corum.
Urbaniten.

SBB sells building rights to OBOS

Sweden Sweden — SBB has entered into an agreement to divest the properties Stockholm Hägersten 2:6 and 2:7, comprising of 13,500 square meters of gross floor area in legally binding building rights, to OBOS. In connection with the transaction, OBOS will assume obligations related to additional purchase considerations.
Carl-Adam von Schéele.

Urban Partners launches first-of-its-kind fund to accelerate urban regeneration

Nordic — Urban Partners has launched a new fund with an investment capacity of EUR 650 million following its first closing. Carl-Adam von Schéele, Partner and CEO of Urban Partners Sweden, tells Nordic Property News about the establishment of the fund, investor interest, investment strategy, and target markets.
The deteriorating outlook is being driven by a combination of stricter climate regulations, growing pressure from capital markets and increasing tenant demand for sustainable premises.

German investors warn of energy crisis in property portfolios as technology emerges as lifeline

Nordic — Energy efficiency has become a critical driver of value in Germany's commercial property market, according to new research from energy performance specialist Re:sustain. The study found that every fund manager surveyed already holds so-called "stranded assets" within their portfolios, with some properties suffering value declines of up to 40 per cent. The findings suggest investors are increasingly shifting their focus away from large-scale refurbishment projects and towards digital technologies in a bid to protect asset values and meet tightening sustainability requirements.
Antti Seppälä.

Axiom Advisors expands its service offering into Capital Markets

Finland Finland — Axiom Advisors continues to expand its position as a full-service real estate advisory firm with the launch of a dedicated Capital Markets business unit. The unit will be led by Antti Seppälä who will start in the role and as a Partner of Axiom Advisors on 17 August 2026.
Henrik Eskolin.

Catena appoints new Regional Manager in Finland

Finland Finland — Henrik Eskolin, with extensive experience in real estate investments, transactions and asset management, has been appointed Regional Manager for Catena’s new market, Finland.
Navid Rostam.

Doxa's growth plans under the new strategy

Sweden Sweden — Doxa has completed its first acquisition under its new strategy. CFO Navid Rostam tells Nordic Property News about the company’s work under its new direction, its objectives, and its growth plans for the coming years.

Continued discounts among the listed Swedish companies

Sweden Sweden — Nordic Property News has taken an updated look at the net asset values (NAVs) of listed real estate companies following the first quarter in order to identify which companies are trading at a discount and which are trading at a premium on the stock market.
Vestre Vanemvei 51-25.

Urban Partners sells four prime logistics assets to KLP Eiendom

Norway Norway — Urban Partners has divested a portfolio of four newly built logistics properties in Vestby and Moss outside Oslo to KLP Eiendom. The portfolio consists of approx. 98,000 sqm of modern logistics space strategically located in two of Norway’s most attractive logistics hubs. With a property value of NOK 1.8 billion, the sale marks the largest logistics transaction in Norway this year.
Storsala's board of directors.

Storsala strengthens its board ahead of next phase

Sweden Sweden — Storsala is strengthening its Board of Directors through the election of Hans Eckerström and Richard Mazeret. Together, they bring extensive experience in business development, investments, and corporate governance. The appointments come at a stage when Storsala continues to expand its property portfolio, grow its organisation, and prepare the company for a future stock market listing.
Johan Tengelin.

Willhem acquires in Gothenburg

Sweden Sweden — Willhem is further expanding its property portfolio through the acquisition of 40 rental apartments in Järnbrott, Gothenburg. The agreed property value amounts to SEK 40 million, and the seller is the Robert Dicksons Foundation.
Mattias Bülow.

Vendus’ growth plans following the major acquisition of Trecore

Sweden Sweden — Vendus, whose principal owners are Nordika and MEL & ME, has significantly strengthened its market position through the acquisition of Trecore from ICA Fastigheter and Bonnier Fastigheter. Following the transaction, which values the underlying assets at SEK 2.7 billion, Vendus CEO Mattias Bülow tells Nordic Property News about the milestone achievement, the new shareholders, the company's growth plans, and its outlook on the grocery-anchored real estate market.
Housing is singled out as the single most important factor behind the differences between European capitals. For families who rent, housing costs are by far the largest expense item (the people in the image have nothing to do with the text).

Stockholm among Europe’s most affordable capitals despite high housing costs

Nordic — The Swedish capital ranks among Europe’s most affordable capitals for families in 2026, according to a new report by research platform Tradingpedia. Despite high living costs and a strained housing market in Stockholm, relatively strong wages allow Swedish households to fare better than many of their counterparts in other major European cities. Lisbon, Tirana and Athens rank among the least affordable capitals.
Skanska gets assignment from Specialfastigheter.

Skanska expands Hall prison

Sweden Sweden — Skanska has signed an agreement with Specialfastigheter Sverige AB for the expansion of Hall prison, Södertälje. The agreement is worth about SEK 810 million.
Rådhusgata 1 in Oslo.

Veidekke to rehabilitate prime property in Oslo

Norway Norway — Allstad has entered into an agreement with Veidekke’s subsidiary Seby AS to rehabilitate the eight-storey office building at Rådhusgata 1 in Oslo.
Andreas Larsson, Head of Real Estate at Fedelta.

Fedelta challenges major banks: “We want to do more business”

Sweden Sweden — Borås-based Fedelta is entering the construction credit facility market and aims to take on a larger role in real estate financing. According to Andreas Larsson, Head of Real Estate at Fedelta, demand for alternative financing solutions is increasing as banks’ lending models become more standardized. “Many projects that are sound and profitable are being filtered out by the system—not because the risks are too high, but because they do not fit the template,” says Andreas Larsson.
Ellen Lindvall.

“The market will continue to grow”

Sweden Sweden — Ellen Lindvall is leaving Convendum to become the new Head of Sales for Gothenburg at United Spaces. She tells Nordic Property News what attracted her to United Spaces, how she views the company’s portfolio in Gothenburg, and her outlook on the future development of the coworking market in the city.
Jens Andersson, CEO of Episurf Medical.

Episurf acquires Kuststaden

Sweden Sweden — Episurf Medical acquires Kuststaden Invest with a property portfolio at an agreed property value of SEK 647 million.