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Why Thon Property’s CEO Steps Down – and Leaves the Real Estate Industry

Nordic — Hallgeir Åndal, CEO of Thon Property, on why he is leaving the Olav Thon Group after seven years, what he will do now and what he is most proud of during his CEO years.

The Vulnerabilities in the Nordic Real Estate Sector: “Could Be Problems in the Future”

Nordic — Additional policies are needed to address vulnerabilities in the real estate sector in Nordic Countries, according to an oversight from The European Systemic Risk Board. Vitaline Yeterian at DBRS, tells Nordic Property News that an economic or financial shock could lead to risks to financial stability and why warnings were sent to one country.

For Sale: Prestigious Landmark Building in Helsinki

Finland Finland — Senate Properties initiates a tender procedure for the Alexander Theater in Helsinki. Jenna Kiukkonen, Sales Manager at Senate Properties, on the process that follows, the refurbishment need and for how long they can receive bids.

Why Bråviken Sells All Logistics Properties Now

Sweden Sweden — Bråviken Logistik sells its entire stock and is delisted from the stock exchange. CEO Johan Åskogh shares the reasons to the big divestment, why the timing is right and why the buyer is non-disclosed.

These Are the Largest Nordic Companies on the Stock Exchange

Nordic — Nordic Property News presents the market capitalization among the Nordic construction and real estate companies on the stock exchange.

The New Landmark in Finland – 400 Kilometers from Helsinki

Finland Finland — An old bus station will be transformed into a new Finnish landmark. YIT's Regional Director Mikael Snellman talks about the giant project in Vaasa, why it was important to get an international player to run the hotel in the area and how close YIT is to sell the new Wasa Station to an investor.

“Valby Stand Out as an Investment Theme for Many”

Denmark Denmark — Keystone serve as operating partner for cross border investors in Denmark. COO Mette Eriksen tells Nordic Property News about the new hot area in Copenhagen and why international investors are attracted to the Danish capital at the moment.

How Niam Will Develop the Landmark in Copenhagen

Denmark Denmark — Niam's CEO Fredrik Jonsson on the largest deal of the year in Denmark and the challenges that come with the acquisition of Copenhagen Towers.

Why Sweden Attracts the German Giant

Sweden Sweden — After the major purchase of Hembla from Blackstone: Vonovia’s CEO Rolf Buch tells Nordic Property News about the future in Sweden. “We have demonstrated that our business model works outside Germany.”

Veidekke: “We Work Hard Every Day to Get New Contracts”

Norway Norway — The construction giant Veidekke’s CEO Jimmy Bengtsson on the need for housing in Oslo and the great interest in the largest residential project ever in Norway.

"Blackstone Has Made a Great Journey"

Sweden Sweden — Peter Wiman, Head of Research at Savills Sweden, on Vonovia's acquisition of Hembla from Blackstone and whether this will attract more international investors to the Swedish residential market, going forward.

"Too Few Homes Are Being Built in Relation to the Need"

Norway Norway — Executive Vice President at Obos, Arne Baumann, on the record project in Oslo and the housing market in the Norwegian capital.

How the Investment Giant Wants to Grow in Denmark

Denmark Denmark — Eva Granlund, Head of Nordic Real Estate Investment at Schroders, on why the Valby area in Copenhagen will bring several benefits in the future, where to invest in Denmark, going forward and the potential of the Copenhagen market.

NCC's Challenges on the Nordic Construction Market

Nordic — New Business Area Manager Catarina Molén-Runnäs: “Delivering profitable projects on time is important.”

Who Will Buy Coop's Grocery Stores?

Sweden Sweden — The Swedish grocery store chain Coop is going to sell 115 properties. Nordic Property News has spoken to property owners in the segment about whether the stores are attractive to acquire.

Why Aarhus Is Attractive for Residential Investments

Denmark Denmark — Nicolai Dalsgaard, Associate Director Transactions at Patrizia Denmark, on the unique investment in Aarhus and why the global investment giant is attracted to the region.

Hemsö: "A Huge Need for Investments"

Finland Finland — Hemsö's Head of Finland Jarkko Leinonen tells Nordic Property News whether Hemsö is affected by the rejected health care reform and new investment opportunities in the community service property segment.

Why Conficap Will Only Invest in Finland

Finland Finland — Finnish property owner Conficap gives up direct property ownerships abroad. Atte Köykkä, Conficap’s Director, Real Estates, tells Nordic Property News why they just will focus their investments to Finland in the future.

Blackstone: “The Nordics Remain a Core Region”

Sweden Sweden — James Seppala, Head of Real Estate Europe at Blackstone Group, on the major purchase from the real estate legend Rutger Arnhult, why they will continue to invest in Sweden in the future and how important the Nordic region is for the investment giant.

They Control the Listed Real Estate Giants

Nordic — Nordic Property News presents the largest owners of the listed real estate companies in the Nordic region.

Why the Credit Rating Is More Important than Growth for Akelius

Nordic — The residential giant Akelius' CEO Pål Ahlsén on why the company continues to divest, which Nordic markets are most interesting to invest in and how the five-year rent freeze in Berlin affects Akelius.

The Segments that Attract Foreign Investors into the Nordics

Nordic — Cecilia Gunnarsson, Head of Research at JLL Sweden, tells Nordic Property News about the high activity on the Nordic transaction market, what attracts foreign buyers to the region and whether the slowdown in the global economy will affect the Nordics.

After the Acquisition in Sweden: "We Would Like to Buy More"

Nordic — Norwegian Ragde Eiendom's CEO and founder Edgar Haugen on the large purchase in Sweden and which Nordic markets the company wants to grow in.

Blackstone’s Latest Recruitment: ”Copenhagen Holds Attractive Investment Opportunities”

Denmark Denmark — Blackstone’s residential platform in Denmark, 360 North, has a new CFO. Ole Markussen tells Nordic Property News about having Blackstone as an owner, future investments and the development of the Danish real estate market.

Areim’s Head of Norway: “The Norwegian Market Is Performing Well”

Norway Norway — Petter Falck, who will lead Areim's operations in Norway, tells Nordic Property News about the future investment opportunities and how his background from the Norwegian Oil Fund can be useful for Areim.