Homes England Exceeds Delivery Targets as Completions Hit Six-Year High
Homes England reported 40,200 completed homes in the 2025/26 fiscal year, a 9% increase over the previous period. This achievement pushes completions to the highest level seen in six years and exceeds the agency’s delivery targets. The surge reflects intensified government focus on alleviating the UK housing shortage. The data underscores a robust pipeline of new builds across the country.
Eurofund Acquires Bradford Shopping Centre in First Wholly Owned UK Investment
Eurofund, a European real‑estate investment firm, has completed the acquisition of the Bradford shopping centre, marking its first wholly owned property in the United Kingdom. The centre benefits from a robust tenant roster and attracts roughly 11 million shoppers each year,...
Hilco Provides £30.6m Loan Against London Mixed-Use Portfolio
Hilco has issued a £30.6 million loan—approximately $39 million—to refinance existing debt on a mixed‑use portfolio comprising six prime London assets. The facility is fully secured by the properties, which blend residential, retail and office components in high‑traffic locations. By replacing older...
Alternative Income REIT Confirms Takeover Approach From Glenstone
Alternative Income REIT (AI) confirmed that Glenstone Capital has submitted a non‑binding takeover approach, though the proposal omits price and detailed terms. The REIT, known for its diversified net‑lease portfolio and recent dividend hikes, has attracted interest as a strategic...
Legendre Appointed Main Contractor for Mayfair Office Redevelopment
Legendre has been selected as the main contractor for a major office redevelopment in Mayfair, London. The project is slated to break ground in June 2026, with an anticipated completion date in mid‑2028. The redevelopment targets a prime commercial district...
BNPP AM Alts Secures €3bn for European CRE Debt Strategy
BNP Paribas Asset Management Alternatives has closed a €3 billion (~$3.3 billion) capital raise for a new European commercial‑real‑estate (CRE) debt strategy. The fund will originate loans ranging from €50 million to €500 million, each secured by institutional‑quality assets. By targeting mid‑size, asset‑backed loans,...
European Commercial Real Estate Values Extend Recovery Despite Yield Pressure
Altus Group’s latest report shows European commercial real‑estate values continuing their post‑pandemic rebound, with overall price growth averaging around 3% year‑over‑year in the first quarter of 2024. The recovery is broad‑based, spanning logistics, multifamily and prime office assets, though yield...
Covivio Takes over Management of Brussels Airport Hotel
Covivio, the French‑based real‑estate investor, announced it will assume management of the hotel at Brussels Airport. The move is the latest step in Covivio’s aggressive expansion of its hotel operating platform across Europe. The airport hotel, serving business and transit...
Panattoni Acquires Wakefield Europort Site for Major Logistics Scheme
Panattoni, a global industrial real‑estate developer, has purchased the Wakefield Europort site from Delin Property. The parcel sits in West Yorkshire, a key logistics corridor linking the M1, M62 and major rail freight terminals. Panattoni plans to build a large‑scale...
Revetas Disposes of Office Asset in Kraków
Revetas has sold its Kraków office building to fellow market player Proton Property. The transaction, whose financial terms were not disclosed, transfers a high‑quality office asset in one of Poland’s fastest‑growing business districts. Proton Property announced that the acquisition bolsters...
Mitiska REIM Invests in Drive-Up Storage Platform in Germany
German REIT Mitiska REIM has invested in a drive‑up storage platform, forming a joint venture to develop new self‑storage sites. The partnership targets the construction of 15‑20 facilities across Germany within the next two years, focusing on high‑density urban corridors....
Grainger Agrees £540m Banking Facility Extension
UK residential landlord Grainger has negotiated an extension of its banking facility worth £540 million (approximately $686 million). The new agreement lengthens the loan tenor and offers more favorable covenants, easing the company’s short‑term refinancing pressure. The move is part of Grainger’s...
Henry Boot CEO Tim Roberts to Step Down Later This Year
Henry Boot announced that Chief Executive Tim Roberts will step down later this year after steering a strategic transformation of the UK‑based property group. Roberts, who joined the firm in 2020, oversaw portfolio diversification and a focus on sustainable development....
Azora’s MilePro Sells Madrid and Barcelona Logistics Assets for €43m
Azora’s MilePro subsidiary has completed the sale of two logistics properties located in Madrid and Barcelona for €43 million (approximately $47 million). The transaction underscores the robust appetite among institutional investors for high‑quality, prime‑location logistics assets in Spain’s major metros. The deal...
Benson Elliot and Hobart Pre-Let Entire City Office Scheme to Lockton
Benson Elliot and Hobart have pre‑let their entire new office development in the City of London to insurance broker Lockton, creating the largest office pre‑let recorded for 2026. The transaction fills the building before construction is complete, guaranteeing full occupancy...
UK Property Fund Outflows Narrow Sharply as Buy Orders Surge in April
UK property fund outflows narrowed sharply in April as buy orders surged, according to Calastone data. The reversal follows a period of heavy redemptions driven by asset repricing and weaker yields. Stronger income yields and improved pricing have rekindled investor...
Dominus and Cheyne Secure £250m Financing for London PBSA Scheme
Dominus and Cheyne have secured a £250 million (approximately $310 million) financing package to develop a purpose‑built student accommodation (PBSA) scheme in London. The development will be located near leading universities such as University College London and King’s College London, aiming to...
M Core Strengthens UK Retail Footprint with Four Regional Acquisitions
M Core, a London‑based commercial real‑estate investment manager, disclosed the purchase of four regional retail portfolios that together comprise roughly 1.2 million square feet of high‑street shops and leisure venues. The assets are located in well‑established trading districts across England and...
Kryalos and King Street Acquire Milan and Padua Student Housing Sites
Kryalos Capital and King Street Capital Partners have signed a forward purchase agreement to acquire two student‑housing sites in the Italian university cities of Milan and Padua. The assets, located near major campuses, together provide several hundred beds for domestic...
Planning Consent Granted for Redhill Data Centre Project Near London
The Redhill data centre, slated for a 30‑acre site just south of London, has secured full planning consent from local authorities. The development will deliver roughly 1.5 MW of critical power and is expected to be operational by 2026. Its approval...
Ares Completes Acquisition of Polish Logistics Portfolio From Savills IM
Ares Management completed the purchase of a logistics portfolio from Savills Investment Management, adding a suite of warehousing and distribution assets in Poland. The assets are located along the country’s main freight corridors and serve core logistics hubs such as...
Tikehau and Forte Acquire 300-Unit German Residential Portfolio From Meag
Tikehau Capital and its partner Forte have purchased a 300‑unit residential portfolio in Germany from Meag, marking the sixth German acquisition under Tikehau’s pan‑European residential platform. The transaction, terms undisclosed, adds a sizable block of rental housing to Tikehau’s growing...
Anne-Jan Jager Joins Azora to Lead International Growth and Capital Strategy
Anne‑Jan Jager, a former senior executive at Partners Group, has been hired by Azora to head its international growth and capital strategy. Jager will oversee global business development, fundraising, and partnership initiatives as Azora expands its commercial‑real‑estate intelligence platform beyond...
HIH Invest Acquires Core Mixed-Use Asset in Central London
HIH Invest, a European real‑estate investment manager, has purchased a core mixed‑use property in central London, adding roughly 7,230 sqm of office, retail and residential space to its portfolio. The acquisition aligns with HIH’s strategy to own assets that blend income...
CA Immo Divests Sienna Center Office Asset in Warsaw
CA Immo has sold the Sienna Center office building in Warsaw, aligning with its strategy to concentrate on high‑quality, Class A office assets in core European markets. The divestiture follows a broader portfolio reshaping that emphasizes stable, high‑yield locations such as...
Redevco Expands European Retail Park Fund with Second German Acquisition
Redevco has broadened its European Retail Park Fund by purchasing a second retail park asset in Germany, with Nuveen acting as the seller. The acquisition adds to the fund’s existing German holdings, further diversifying its portfolio across the continent. While...
Capreit Completes Full Acquisition of European Residential REIT
Capreit Inc. has completed the purchase of the remaining shares of European Residential REIT (ERES), taking full ownership of the listed residential platform. With the transaction finalized, ERES units will be delisted from the Toronto Stock Exchange, ending its public...
JLL Posts Earnings Surge as Q1 Revenue Rises to $6.4bn
JLL reported a strong first‑quarter performance, with revenue climbing to $6.4 billion. The earnings surge was driven by higher leasing activity and advisory fees. CEO Christian Ulbrich emphasized an accelerated push toward the company’s 2030 sustainability targets. He also highlighted a...
Panattoni Starts Construction on Large-Scale Coventry Logistics Scheme
Panattoni has begun construction on a large‑scale logistics park in Coventry, slated to cover roughly 1.2 million square feet. The development is being built to BREEAM Outstanding standards and aims for net‑zero carbon emissions. Its strategic location near major motorways positions...
Clearbell JV Completes Largest Deal with 180,000 Sq Ft UK Industrial Acquisition
Clearbell’s joint venture with Deva Capital closed its largest ever transaction, acquiring a 180,000‑square‑foot industrial warehouse in the United Kingdom. The property, situated near a major transport hub, was purchased for roughly £36 million (about $45 million) and includes 12‑foot clear heights...
Hammerson CFO Himanshu Raja to Retire
Hammerson plc announced that its chief financial officer, Himanshu Raja, will retire after a 40‑year finance career, including 15 years as a CFO of listed companies. Raja, who has steered Hammerson’s balance sheet through the post‑COVID recovery and the recent...
European CRE Investment Slows in Q1 2026 Amid Interest Rate Concerns
European commercial real‑estate (CRE) investment slowed sharply in Q1 2026 as buyers stayed on the sidelines, citing persistent interest‑rate concerns. MSCI data shows a 15% year‑over‑year decline, with total capital deployed falling to roughly €12 billion (about $13 billion). The slowdown is most...
Investire, Partners Group Expand Italian PRS Platform with Milan Acquisition
Investire and Partners Group announced the acquisition of a central‑Milan property to broaden their private‑rented‑sector (PRS) platform. The deal will convert a cluster of abandoned buildings into modern rental apartments, adding new supply to a market strained by limited housing....
PHP Reports Rental Growth Amid Post-Assura Integration Progress
PHP, a UK‑focused healthcare REIT, announced a £3 million (≈$3.8 million) income uplift in Q1 from rent reviews. The increase follows the recent integration of Assura’s portfolio, which has already boosted occupancy and rental rates across its properties. Management highlighted that the...
Frasers Deepens Outlet Strategy with York and East Midlands Deals
Frasers Group announced the acquisition of two outlet sites – one in York and another in the East Midlands – as part of its aggressive expansion of the UK outlet portfolio. The deals add roughly 300,000 square feet of retail...
Landmark Properties Expands UK Footprint with Durham Mixed-Use Scheme
Landmark Properties is expanding its UK portfolio with a new 504‑bed purpose‑built student accommodation (PBSA) in Durham city centre. The mixed‑use scheme pairs the student housing block with retail, leisure and community spaces, forming a catalyst for urban regeneration. The...
Cibus Acquires 23 Nordic Properties for €104m
European real estate investor Cibus announced the purchase of 23 commercial properties across Denmark, Finland, Norway and Sweden for €104 million, roughly $112 million. The assets, primarily grocery and logistics facilities, broaden Cibus’ footprint in the high‑growth Nordic market. The acquisition brings...
EQT Real Estate Raises €3.1bn for Latest European Logistics Fund
EQT Real Estate announced the closing of a €3.1 billion ($3.35 billion) European logistics fund, the firm’s latest vehicle targeting high‑growth warehouse assets across the continent. The capital was sourced from a broad base of global institutional investors, underscoring strong demand for...
Prologis Expands Prague Logistics Portfolio with Rudná Acquisition
Global logistics REIT Prologis has expanded its Prague footprint by acquiring the Rudná warehouse, which is already fully leased to Danish transport firm DSV under a sale‑and‑leaseback structure. The deal gives Prologis immediate cash‑flow and strengthens its presence in the...
ICG Real Estate Backs Arada London’s Residential Scheme with £152m Loan
ICG Real Estate Credit has extended a £152 million (approximately $193 million) loan to Arada London for its latest residential development in the capital. This financing marks the third partnership between ICG’s real‑estate credit platform and the developer, underscoring a deepening relationship....
Green Light for Major Hammersmith Office-to-Hotel Conversion
London’s planning authority has approved a 6,500 sqm mixed‑use conversion in Hammersmith, turning a former office building into a hotel, co‑working space and cultural venue. The scheme will add roughly 200 hotel rooms and flexible workspace for businesses. Developers aim to...
AI Occupiers to Drive up to 4m Sq Ft of London Office Take-Up by 2033
London’s commercial real‑estate market is poised for a notable shift as AI‑focused technology firms are expected to add up to 4 million square feet of office space demand by 2033. CBRE data shows that tech occupiers have already leased 17.9 million square...
Europa Completes Sale of Prime Office Building in Central Stockholm
Europa has finalized the sale of a prime office building in central Stockholm on behalf of Mitsubishi Estate London. The transaction adds a high‑grade asset to Mitsubishi Estate’s European portfolio, marking another cross‑border investment in the Scandinavian commercial real‑estate market....
Threestones Capital Buys Three German Healthcare Assets for Eurocare V Fund
Threestones Capital, a private‑equity real‑estate firm, has acquired three operational senior‑care homes in Germany for its Eurocare V fund. The properties are situated in key regional towns and are already generating cash flow. The purchase expands Threestones’ footprint in the...
CLS Sells Essen Office Asset for €60m
CLS, a German commercial‑real‑estate investor, sold its Essen office building for €60 million (about $65 million). The disposal is part of a portfolio optimisation strategy aimed at shedding non‑core assets. Proceeds will be redirected toward higher‑growth sectors such as logistics and residential....
Harworth, Microsoft Win Backing for Leeds Hyperscale Data Centre Campus
Harworth and Microsoft have secured official backing for a 500,000‑square‑foot hyperscale data centre campus in Leeds, following a committee resolution that cleared regulatory hurdles. The project, slated to be one of the largest in the UK, will be co‑developed by...
BGO Enters German PBSA Market with Cologne Acquisition
Student housing operator BGO has entered the German purpose‑built student accommodation (PBSA) market by acquiring a portfolio of properties in Cologne. The deal gives BGO its first presence in Germany and aligns with its broader strategy of growth through acquisitions,...
Zedwell Wins Approval for Trafalgar Square Hotel Conversion
Zedwell, the modular hotel brand owned by Criterion Capital, has received planning permission to convert the historic Trafalgar Buildings on London’s Trafalgar Square into a boutique hotel. The approval adds a flagship property to Zedwell’s pipeline, marking its first major...
M&G Real Estate Snaps up Barcelona Hotel for €50m
UK asset manager M&G Real Estate has acquired a hotel in Barcelona for €50 million (approximately $54 million) on behalf of its M&G European Property Fund. The purchase expands the fund’s exposure to the hospitality sector in a market that is seeing...
Argan Prices Debut €500m Green Bond
Argan has priced its inaugural green bond at €500 million, roughly $540 million, marking its entry into the sustainable debt market. The entire proceeds will be used to refinance the company’s 2021 €500 million bond, effectively swapping existing debt for ESG‑linked financing. The...