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Data and energy performance are redefining real estate value

27
Apr
2026

Data and energy performance are redefining real estate value

by Property Forum

In a video interview recorded at Bratislava Property Forum 2026, Hubert Abt FRICS, CEO of workcloud24, explains why energy performance is emerging as the most important operational metric, how investors are approaching sustainability and what it takes to create real value through data-driven asset management.

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Residential

27
Apr
2026

BPI Real Estate Poland and Speedwell start large scale resi project in Gdańsk

by Property Forum

BPI Real Estate Poland and Speedwell have launched Gedania Riverside Living, a 10-year development in Gdańsk's historic Polski Hak district.

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Intrade Group to kick off new resi development in Bratislava this year Zinan invests over €30 million in Iași resi complex Ten Eleven Development kicks off Bucharest’s first Versace Ceramics branded residence

Industrial

27
Apr
2026

Prologis buys DSV-occupied warehouse near Prague

by Property Forum

Prologis has expanded its presence in the Prague region through the acquisition of a modern warehouse building covering 17,455 sqm. The building is located in Rudná, 20 km from Prague city centre, and has been incorporated into Prologis Park Prague-Rudná.

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LemonTree starts third Szczecin project with 39,600 sqm facility Czech industrial deliveries soar in Q1 2026 Romanian logistics market sees falling demand in Q1 2026

Economy

27
Apr
2026

Belgrade metro project set to transform Serbia's economy

by Property Forum

The construction of the Belgrade Metro represents the largest civil engineering project in Serbia and is expected to be a primary driver of economic growth in the coming years. For decades, public transport in Belgrade relied solely on buses, trams, and the city railway (BG Voz). The development of a comprehensive underground system is expected to have a transformative effect on commuting patterns and travel times.

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Echo Investment marks 30 years on the Warsaw Stock Exchange Indotek CEO backs wealth tax in Hungary but warns of risks Hungary's political earthquake: What Orbán's defeat means for investments

Report

24
Apr
2026

A new era for Hungary: What does it mean for investors?

by Property Forum

Hungary's recent parliamentary elections have placed the country back in the conversation for international real estate investors. The end of the Orbán era — and the prospect of renewed EU relations, unlocked cohesion funds, and a more stable regulatory environment — makes this a moment worth examining closely. Join Property Forum for a free, expert-led webinar on April 29th to assess what the new political landscape means for real estate investors, occupiers, and developers active in or considering Hungary.

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Czech historic property market is back in demand Hungary on the map again: Join our free webinar Industrial leads Polish investment in Q1 2026

Office

23
Apr
2026

Polish office regional markets edge close to 7 million sqm

by Property Forum

At the end of Q1 2026, total office stock in the eight Polish regional markets reached 6.76 million sqm, according to The Polish Chamber of Commercial Real Estate (Pink).

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Large tenants stick to existing office space in Romania PPF Real Estate on track to deliver new Bucharest office this year Prague office pipeline exceeds 300,000 sqm

Retail

23
Apr
2026

Faedra Group secures financing for Budapest retail project

by Property Forum

Faedra Group has concluded a financing agreement for the MyRA Park M3 retail development project, backed by OTP Bank and the Faedra II Real Estate Development Fund, managed by Faedra Alapkezelő.

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SCF acquires seventh Polish shopping centre from CBRE IM Falcon Investment Management to deliver 12,000 sqm retail centre in Poland next year NEPI Rockcastle to add EV charging points across Polish retail portfolio

Interview

22
Apr
2026

City logistics and data centres emerge as strongest value drivers in Slovakia

by Property Forum

In a video interview recorded at Bratislava Property Forum 2026, Jakub Volner, Business Development Director at Panattoni Slovakia, explains where developers see the best opportunities today, how tenant demand is shifting and what investors are prioritising in the logistics sector.

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Selective capital, structural shifts and ESG pressure reshape investment strategies Supermarkets remain the strongest anchors as retail shifts We are at an inflexion point in the investment market

Investment

21
Apr
2026

Monopolis in Łódź gets new majority owner as Virako sells stake

by Property Forum

Virako has finalised the sale of a majority stake in the special purpose vehicle owning the Monopolis mixed-use complex in Łódź, marking a new phase in the lifecycle of one of Poland’s best-known redevelopment projects.

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ECE sells Árkád Szeged shopping centre to Hungarian fund IGD sells building in Turda to municipality Hungarian investor expands hotel portfolio in Spain and Portugal

Career

07
Apr
2026

Colliers Slovakia names new Head

by Property Forum

Colliers has appointed Martin Varačka as the new leader of Colliers Slovakia, effective immediately.

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Property Forum appoints Irina Gasson as Chief Growth Officer to accelerate European expansion NEPI Rockcastle introduces new senior leadership team Wing appoints Katalin Walter as CEO in Hungary

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

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New leases

XXS GYM has signed a lease for over 850 sqm of space in the modern O3 Business Campus office complex, located on Opolska Street in the northern part of Cracow.
Alior Bank has extended its lease at Ocean Office Park B in Kraków to accommodate its Private Banking Department. The deal, supported by brokerage firm CBRE, marks the final stage of a two-year consolidation of the bank's Kraków operations. Following the expansion, the bank occupies approximately 7,000 sqm within the Cavatina Group-owned complex.
TriGranit has finalized a lease extension with Mondelez Europe Services to remain in the Signum Work Station building through 2032. Facilitated by broker CBRE, the agreement secures nearly 4,000 sqm of office surface for the global snacks group member within Warsaw’s Mokotów district.

New appointments

Katarzyna Myjak has joined Axi Immo as Senior Business Advisory Manager, tasked with strengthening the company’s Industrial & Logistics business line.
Czech investment group SCF has expanded its team by appointing Jan Simandl as Senior Leasing Team Leader. In this role, Simandl will oversee leasing activities across the company’s commercial property portfolio. He previously worked for CPI Property Group and CBRE.
Michał Kochanowski-Laren has joined Avison Young Poland’s Technical Advisory and Project Management team as Project Manager. In his new role, he is responsible for delivering a variety of consultancy projects across all segments of the commercial real estate market in Poland. Kochanowski-Laren is an electrical engineer and a graduate of the Warsaw University of Technology.

Latest news

Data and energy performance are redefining real estate value

ProCredit Bank Romania launches CO2 calculator for SMEs

Polish office market grapples with increasing fit-out costs

Bucharest office fit-out, among the most affordable in CEE

Sustainability moves from ambition to action

City Point Okęcie achieves Breeam Outstanding certification

Romania leads EU in road fatalities despite regional decline

Romania raises €379 million through April Fidelis bond sale

Romanian agriculture insolvencies surge over 180% in Q1 2026

Zinan invests over €30 million in Iași resi complex

Apa Nova Bucharest to invest close to €49 million in water infrastructure

Ten Eleven Development kicks off Bucharest's first Versace Ceramics branded residence

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