- Spanning 100,000 sq ft, the new M&S marks a significant reinvestment after 35 years at Merry Hill. The store brings together two existing units into one flagship space, reflecting M&S’s long-term commitment to its loyal customers at the centre. The new foodhall offers an enhanced shopping experience, with wider aisles, expanded product ranges, produce from […]
- Dubai may dazzle with its fountains, super-towers, and endless malls, but beneath the spectacle lies a finely tuned, hyper-competitive business ecosystem. At the ACROSS Study Tour John Hadden, CEO of Alshaya Group, one of the most influential retail operators in the Middle East, and F&B expert and long-time Dubai resident Will Odwarka lifted the lid […]
- Without a doubt, Dubai is now a global hub for retail innovation, making it an essential destination for professionals in the shopping center industry. With its cutting-edge malls, pioneering consumer experiences, and bold architectural concepts, the city offers unmatched inspiration and insight into the future of retail. The first day of the tour, the 30 […]
- Reflecting on the achievement and the company’s investment pipeline in a panel discussion during the event, current COO and future CEO of NEPI Rockcastle, Marek Noetzel, said: About Silesia City Center Acquiring the retail destination in 2024, NEPI Rockcastle’s Polish portfolio was strengthened with the 88,400 sqm Silesia Center located in Katowice. The transaction value […]
- The scope includes demolition and reconstruction of the future premises for anchor tenants Kaufland, Müller, and the remodeled McFIT, as well as structural preparation for the reconfigured upper-floor mall layout. “With this stage of construction, we are taking another decisive step toward a modern, future-oriented RRZ. The upcoming measures will establish the structural foundation for […]
- With more operators expanding internationally, many still approach market entry with limited preparation. When performance declines, the first reaction is often to renegotiate rent. Odwarka and Doughty argue that this approach is outdated. Instead, landlords must invest in practical support structures – local regulatory guidance, operational insight, and market intelligence – to help brands succeed in new environments. Europe, not […]
- Working alongside Pradera and Gropius Passagen, BWP will deliver integrated, full-service marketing support to help solidify Gropius Passagen’s position as South Berlin’s main retail and community hub. With approximately 95,000sqm of lettable space, the scheme is home to around 150 stores, including Foot Locker, Primark and Deichmann. Rhys Evans, Chief Executive of Pradera, Asset Manager of […]
- Something fundamental is changing in how people decide where to shop, dine, meet, and spend their time. Their expectations are shifting. When they visit a physical place today, experience a determining factor, and often the most important factor for satisfaction. Thus, experience has become the defining currency of successful retail destinations. A central value driver […]
- As part of the transaction, Mindston Capital acts as operating partner alongside Patron Capital, supporting the investor in both the acquisition and the asset management of the property. This partnership reflects a shared focus on retail assets with strong fundamentals and significant value-creation potential enabled by an active asset-management strategy. At Nailloux Outlet Village, this […]
- Scope, the European rating agency, highlighted that the Union Investment’s public fund UniImmo: Deutschland saw net outflows in the 2024/2025 fiscal year, but also noted the fund maintained strong liquidity through disposals. Apart from that, Scope reported the company’s role and efforts in digitalization and its strategic stance on sustainability. To determine winners, Scope reviews […]
