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Data centre demand in Europe to soar in 2026

19
Mar
2026

Data centre demand in Europe to soar in 2026

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The European data centre sector is entering a period of unprecedented expansion, with operators expecting to commission an average of 67MW of capacity in 2026.

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Industrial

20
Mar
2026

CityOne Group acquires logistics project in Budapest from Woco Group

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CityOne Group has announced the acquisition of a manufacturing facility from German automotive supplier Woco Group in Kőbánya.

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Kvadrat Acoustics leases 10,000 sqm at Panattoni Park Poznań Amazon to develop 200,000 sqm robotic fulfilment centre in Poland Mattel signs lease for new logistics centre in Panattoni Business Park Most Joseph

Office

19
Mar
2026

CA Immo inks 14,500 sqm lease for Prague-based Danube House

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CA Immo has achieved full occupancy of the Danube House office building in Prague's Riverside Karlín district, following a lease agreement with data management company Everpure for approximately 14,500 sqm of office space.

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Passerinvest starts construction of 33,000 sqm office building in Prague Globalworth reaches 60% pre-lease for new office in Bucharest Nearly half of Romanian companies expect 3-4 office days this year

Report

19
Mar
2026

Check who’s shaping Slovakia’s real estate market in 2026

by Property Forum

From capital allocation to residential demand and the future of core assets, the key questions facing Slovakia’s real estate market will be tackled by those making the decisions. Next week's Bratislava Property Forum 2026 brings together investors, developers, lenders and occupiers for a day of insight into where the market is heading next.

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Falling rates draw investors to CEE. They must hurry as prime city centre sites run out Romania's green building certifications top 4.6 million sqm in 2025 CEE property investment climbs 24% above 5-year average in 2025

Residential

18
Mar
2026

AFI starts construction of 519-unit rental project in Prague

by Property Forum

AFI has begun the main construction phase of its rental housing project AFI Home Straśnice in Prague 10.

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Polish housing market faces M&A wave Apsys starts two resi projects in central Wrocław Bucharest apartment sales drop 18.6% in early 2026

Retail

16
Mar
2026

Lidl to invest €285 million in Romanian expansion

by Property Forum

Lidl Romania continues to invest in the country and announces for the financial year 2026 (1 March 2026 – 28 February 2027) an expansion plan of over €285 million, dedicated exclusively to extending the national network with over 40 new stores.

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AFI Arad achieves LEED Gold for all four retail buildings Nhood completes sale of eight Polish shopping centres to Adventum Group ZDR Investments snaps retail projects in Austria

Interview

12
Mar
2026

Bids for Polish commercial assets already higher in 2026 than in 2025

by Property Forum

International capital is once again showing a stronger interest in Polish commercial real estate. Recent transactions completed by Echo Investment highlight how investors are reassessing pricing, income stability and long-term growth prospects in the market. In this interview, Judyta Sawicka, Head of Investment at Echo Investment, discusses what is driving buyer demand today, how the company decides when to monetise mature assets and why capital recycling into living and mixed-use developments is becoming central to Echo Group’s strategy.

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Hotels move closer to the mainstream of real estate investment Hybrid living models gain ground in CEE: Inside Zeitgeist’s strategy for urban revitalisation Capturing yield in CEE: Gránit AM’s playbook for the next market cycle

Hotel

05
Mar
2026

Accor to open new Mercure hotel in Craiova

by Property Forum

Accor has announced the signing of a franchise agreement with Romanian investor MKS PROD to open a new Mercure hotel in Craiova, the second largest city in southern Romania.

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Romanian hotel industry hits record stays in 2025 Wing and Accent to manage Hotel Yacht Wellness in Siófok Swissôtel opens first Czech Republic hotel in spa town

Economy

05
Mar
2026

Świecie unveils masterplan for Teutonic Castle revival

by Property Forum

The city of Świecie, a town in northern Poland's Kuyavian-Pomeranian Voivodeship, has unveiled a comprehensive masterplan for the revitalisation of its 14th-century Teutonic Castle, viewing the historic fortress as the foundation for a new cultural and educational identity rather than merely a medieval relic.

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Romanian developer joins Europe’s top-10 fast growing companies Trump imposes tariffs on Serbia and Bosnia Commercial and resi real estate brace for higher taxes in Romania

Investment

04
Mar
2026

IGD sells building in Turda to municipality

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IGD – Immobiliare Grande Distribuzione has completed the sale of an asset in Turda through its subsidiary Win Magazin.

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Hungarian investor expands hotel portfolio in Spain and Portugal Shopper Park Plus acquires eight retail parks in Poland SCF launches retail park fund targeting 10% annual returns

Career

24
Feb
2026

Indotek Investments appoints new CEO

by Property Forum

Bence Nádasdy will take over as CEO of Indotek Investments Alapkezelő Zrt. from 19 February 2026. Alongside his new appointment, he will continue as capital markets director and management board member, remaining responsible for directing Indotek Group's capital and bank financing.

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Forestay Group appoints Asset Management Director Milica Nikolić named Managing Director of iO Partners Serbia EGLS names new Managing Director in Poland

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New leases

Astellas Pharma has renegotiated its lease for offices at One Floreasca Bucharest in a deal brokered by Fortim Trusted Advisors, an alliance member of BNP Paribas Real Estate.
Czech furniture industry supplier Hranipex, a provider of edge banding, adhesives, cleaning products, and accessories, has leased nearly 3,000 sqm of warehouse space at CTPark Bucharest South. The company has relocated its operations to the new facility and is currently fully operational within the park.
Oracle has renewed its lease for 600 sqm of office space in Belgrade, in a deal brokered by iO Partners.

New appointments

PSN has expanded its acquisitions team with the arrival of Martin Šrytr as Business Development Manager. Most recently, he served as Real Estate Expansion Manager at Twistcafe Group, supporting the company’s EMEA growth. His previous experience includes consulting at Cushman & Wakefield, advisory roles at Prochazka & Partners, and management positions within IWG.
iO Partners has announced key leadership changes within its Czech Republic operations as part of its ongoing business evolution. Milan Kilik has been appointed as the new Head of Office Leasing, with a particular focus on client advisory and team collaboration. Concurrently, Petr Kareš has transitioned into the role of Occupier Business Development Director. In this new capacity, he will be responsible for identifying new market opportunities and integrating services across Tenant Representation, Project Management, and Industrial Leasing.
Romanian office developer Genesis Property has appointed Cătălin Niculiță as Leasing Manager. With nearly 20 years of experience in the real estate industry, he has held leadership roles at real estate companies such as Atenor, collaborating with major office tenants in the banking, telecom, and IT sectors.

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PPC Group sees 25% profit hike in 2025

Romanian parents face work-family balance challenge

Alive Capital partners with Sieyuan for 2.5 GWh storage

Foundever opens new Bucharest office, plans 140 hires

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