Daniel Gorosch Looks to Make Colliers into a Powerhouse

Sweden Sweden — As new CEO, Daniel Gorosch looks to make Colliers into a powerhouse in Sweden. He tells Nordic Property News about his new role, about Colliers’ ambitions to become one of the leading advisors, the possibility of Nordic collaboration and about how he views the transaction market.

After Saxborn’s Resignation: How the Castellum Board Moves Forward

Sweden Sweden — The main owner and Chairman of Castellum, Rutger Arnhult, on CEO Henrik Saxborn leaving Castellum: “The decision is entirely Henrik's and has only to do with what he wants to do in the future.”

Why Logicenters Decide to Build on Speculation

Denmark Denmark — A giant demand for logistics means that Logicenters needs to be a step ahead. Matthias Kettelhoit, Head of Logicenters: “Tenants have to be more patient.”

German Giant Enters Finland – Here Are Their Nordic Plans

Finland Finland — German Real I.S. have made their way up north and entered Finland with the acquisition of a Helsinki office property. Axel Schulz, Global Head of Investment Management at Real I.S., tells Nordic Property News about the attraction of the Finnish market, the search for more acquisitions, and the possibility of expansion into the other Nordic markets.

The Nordic Rockets – Among the Preference Shares

Nordic — Nordic Property News has listed the Nordic real estate companies’ preferred stocks. Which stock provides the highest yield and which stock has had the best development during 2021?

Vasakronan's Impressive Performance During the Pandemic

Sweden Sweden — Despite being in the middle of a pandemic that has been a major blow to retailers, Vasakronan managed to show strong figures in retail leasing in 2020. Nordic Property News looks into the leasing numbers.

Patrizia's Growth Plans in the Nordics

Nordic — Patrizia increases their strong Nordic position. After the latest acquisition, Jörg Laue, Head of Transactions for Patrizia in the Nordics, tells Nordic Property News about the new asset, the future for the ‘European Silicon Valley’, why Sweden is such an attractive market and what new investments Patrizia is looking in the Nordics.

Winners and Losers on the Nordic Stock Markets in March

Nordic — Nordic Property News has the complete list of how the Nordic real estate companies performed on the stock exchange in March.

Large Office Building for Sale in Central Stockholm: "Foreign and Swedish Interest"

Sweden Sweden — As the 10,000 sqm office property in central Stockholm hits the market, Niklas Tranäng, business manager at sales advisor Svefa, tells Nordic Property News about the property, the large interest and the schedule for the deal.

“The Nordic Retail Markets Are Domestic and Full of Contrasts”

Nordic — Oscar Sandén has been named new Head of Retail, Investor Leasing, at CBRE. He tells Nordic Property News about his new role, why he sees the Nordic retail markets as domestic and full of contrats and whether struggling retailer would have been in trouble even without the pandemic.

Technopolis Appoints New CEO – Here Is His Mission

Finland Finland — Technopolis has named Niko Pulli new CEO of the company. He tells Nordic Property News about Technopolis most important tasks going forward, how they’ve handled the challenges of the pandemic and about their future in Sweden.

Big Changes and More International Capital to Come for the Nordic Hotel Markets

Nordic — One of Norway's most famous hotels has changed owners and for the first time ended up with a foreign owner. Erik Myklebust, Head of Hotels at CBRE who was the sellers advisor, tells Nordic Property News about his view on the future of hotels and about the foreign interest in Nordic hotel investments.

Balder’s Future in Denmark

Denmark Denmark — Since the entry into the Danish market in 2012, Balder has made their mark with acquisitions and project developments. And now they are ready for more. Nordic Property News looks in to Balder’s future in Denmark.

Alecta Adds New Important Piece to their Real Estate Puzzle

Sweden Sweden — In March 2020 the Swedish pension company Alecta decided to form a dedicated real estate company. Now they’ve added a new key piece to the team. Nordic Property News looks into the forming of the new team and the operations so far.

The Future for Office Rental Levels

Sweden Sweden — Cushman & Wakefield appoints Rikard Skoglund as Head of Agency Leasing. He gives Nordic Property News his views on the development of the office rental levels, the state of the rental market and about the advantages of going from the occupier side to the leasing side of advisory.

Balder Set for Large Finnish Expansion

Finland Finland — Finland is Balder second market after their native Sweden. Now the Swedish giant is ready for a major expansion in Finland.

After the Battle – Rutger Arnhult New Chairman of Castellum

Sweden Sweden — Castellum's largest owner Rutger Arnhult has been elected new chairman of Castellum after a being publicly opposed by parts of the nomination committee. He tells Nordic Property News about his ambitions for Castellum, the critique from his opponents, his view on Castellum's position in Entra.

"The Sqm on Average Is Down 20 percent"

Sweden Sweden — The pandemic has presented challenges on the office rental markets. In Stockholm, the number of sqm rented out has dropped significantly.

Manager Makes the Switch Between Danish Heavyweights

Denmark Denmark — Leaves after four years to become Chief Portfolio Strategist.

What Johan Zachrisson Brings to Fabege from Cushman & Wakefield

Sweden Sweden — Johan Zachrisson has been appointed new Director of Business Development at Fabege. He tells Nordic Property News why he wanted to join Fabege, what he hopes to accomplish and what he can bring from his time at Cushman & Wakefield.

How Much Are the Nordic Real Estate Companies Worth?

Nordic — Over the last years several Nordic real estate companies have been bought out and delisted – and more could follow. Nordic Property News presents a list of the market cap for the listed Nordic real estate companies.

”We Will See a Flood of International Capital”

Nordic — As international pension funds are looking to allocate more capital towards the real estate sector a flood of capital will target the Nordics. Ingemar Rindstig, Executive Director at EY Real Estate, shares from what country he expects to rush to Nordic real estate.

Global Giant Ready for Nordic Expansion

Nordic — BGO made the entry into the Nordic real estate market with a logistics acquisition in Malmö – and they are ready for more. Toby Phelps, Managing Partner and Head of European Equity, and Sebastian Rossavik, Principle, tell Nordic Property News about the appeal of the Nordic markets, what BGO new investments are looking at and what cities they will focus on.

Here Are the Nordic Real Estate Companies that Could be Bought Out

Nordic — Over the last years several Nordic real estate companies have been bought and delisted from the stock exchange. Now more company acquisitions are expected to follow. Nordic Property News presents a list of companies that could be bought out.

Union Investment's Residential Goals in the Nordics

Nordic — Union Investment expands their Nordic operation and enters the residential segment. Martin Schellein, Head of Investment Management Europe at Union Investment Real Estate, tells Nordic Property News about their residential ambitions, how they want to grow their portfolio, where they are looking for acquistions and their view on Nordic investments in other segments.