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LATEST TRENDS AND PROGRESSES IN ASSET AND CENTER MANAGEMENT

Sonae Sierra accelerates the future-proofing of its real estate portfolio. Christine Hager, Sonae Sierra Director, responsible for property management in Germany, describes what being future proof means in today’s business world. There is one thing or particular note: Knowing how energy is being consumed is key to understanding and identifying where the most effective changes should be made.

Climate-neutral real estate and long-term value retention: How can high-footfall properties such as shopping centers be operated in a climate-neutral manner in the future? What steps need to be taken in order to achieve that goal, and how much will it cost? ECE has developed a customized Energetic Renovation Roadmap for that particular asset class to help answer such questions.

To secure Operational Excellence, a company needs to invest in the next generation of leaders. Redevco’s management introduced a NextGen Board for young talent within the Redevco organization in Europe to bring together the next management generation and to address the topics of the future.

When it comes to future-oriented topics such as mixed use, formerly separate asset classes with very divergent ways of working are becoming increasingly blurred. As exemplified by the corporate policy of mixed-use specialist Art Invest, defined goals, a new management approach, clearly regulated internal communication, and a great deal of mutual trust are required.

As the results came in from 25 independent Solal judges across Europe, the person co-ordinating the results was Alan Thornton, CEO of AL Marketing in London and Head of the European Solal Marketing Awards team. He shares his view on the winning entries and considers what Rodovre Centrum, the winner of eight awards, does right when it comes to outstanding marketing effort.

While Western Europe is struggling with the aftermath of the coronavirus and is plagued by inflation concerns, Nepi Rockcastle has delivered 2019-level numbers and boasts a full development pipeline. In an interview with ACROSS editor Reinhard Winiwarter, CEO Rüdiger Dany explains the peculiarities of Eastern European markets, why he is neither concerned about inflation nor in the position of having to actively seek tenants for his sites, and why he sees ESG investments as real earnings opportunities.

Operational excellence is achieved when management is able to successfully strike a balance between innovative approaches and traditional corporate values. ACROSS spoke with HBB about tailor-made approaches to center management, why the consistent pursuit of the idea of community and close cooperation with cities is the most significant success factor, especially in turbulent times, and why pop-up stores amount to so much more than a means of concealing vacancies.

The use of traditional Christmas lighting is not immune to the effects of the energy crisis, which is a major concern these days. Shopping centers and cities alike are embroiled in discussions surrounding the issue due to the energy costs involved.

Thomas Reichenauer manages some of Europe’s most successful outlet locations as Founder and Managing Director of ROS Retail Outlet Shopping. He spoke with ACROSS about his company’s plans as well as the opportunities and challenges facing the industry.

Multi Germany GmbH, part of Multi Corporation, a leading pan-European integrated service platform for retail real estate assets in Europe, took over the management of six shopping center in Berlin, Bochum, Dorsten, Hagen und Potsdam as of July 13th, 2022.

After the completion of the mandatory takeover offer of CPI Property Group on IMMOFINANZ, today the Supervisory Board and the members of the Executive Board Dietmar Reindl and Stefan Schönauer mutually agreed in relation to the Change of Control Event, that their contract as board members shall end on the 8th of June 2022. Dietmar Reindl and Stefan Schönauer will continue to work for the Company as advisors to the Executive and Supervisory Board until 31st of December 2022.

The pandemic has confirmed the resilience of Immofinanz’s low-cost retail formats and has resulted in the introduction of new concepts. Immofinanz Board Member Dietmar Reindl spoke with the publisher of ACROSS Magazine, Reinhard Winiwarter, about the resilience of retail relationships, the need for more service, and the company’s expansion plans.

Multi Corporation is appointed property and asset manager for Mall of Switzerland, effective June 1, 2022. Mall of Switzerland is a modern, four-storey shopping center with 65,000 sq m of GLA, over 80 shops, a 12-screen cinema, restaurants, leisure options, and a parking garage for 1,600 vehicles.

JLL’s new management board is made up of a team of leaders featured with cross-sectional competences, and experience spanning both the real estate market and other sectors.

Thomas Hinderling will become Wincasa’s new Head of Center & Mixed-Use Site Management (CMSM) as of May 1, 2022. He takes over the position from Felix Kubat, who is leaving the company at his own request. Philipp Arnold will succeed him as Head of Mixed-Use Site Management (MUSM) German-speaking Switzerland.

BIG was founded in 1994. The company made a name for itself through the development and operation of shopping centers and retail parks, mainly in Serbia and the neighboring countries. The company is now – expanding, and on its way to becoming a European player. The Publisher of ACROSS Magazine, Reinhard Winiwarter in conversation with CEO of BIG Shopping Centers, Hay Galis:

Sustainable certification and rating systems are very common by now. But how much do we really know about these certifications, and how do they apply to sustainable buildings? Safe Asset Group came up with a comprehensive overview on certificates.

Sonae Sierra rencently started a new chapter in management and strategy. In line with this the company has now launched a new image and positioning, illustrating the company’s new strategic cycle.