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Andreas Löcher, Head of Investment Management Operational (left), and Roman Müller (right), Head of Investment Management Retail at Union Investment. /// credit: Union Investment

Polarization is the trend of the moment: “We’re on the lookout for polarization winners”

The retail and hotel asset classes are both geared towards the consumer, clearly benefit from tourism and are impacted by the “luxury vs. budget” polarization trend. Six months ago, Union Investment therefore decided to bring together its retail and hotel investment teams by establishing an Investment Management Operational department. The Hamburg-based investment and asset management company is targeting synergies and opportunities for its portfolio in the two property categories and considering acquisitions. Andreas Löcher, Head of Investment Management Operational, and Roman Müller, Head of Investment Management Retail, discuss the megatrends affecting both asset classes, highlight other similarities and identify locations of particular interest.

THE RETAIL AND HOTEL INDUSTRY – A LONG-LASTING LOVE STORY?

Retail tourism is here to stay. Travelers collectively spend billions of euros every year when they shop. They create jobs, providing income for retailers, craftsmen, and designers. Retail is one of the world’s most diverse industries, shaping every part of the travel experience, and retail tourism is playing a pivotal role in the recovery of the travel and tourism sector, which saw inbound tourism revenues surge by 82 percent in 2022, according to the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC). Despite all the challenges brought on by the pandemic, retail tourism remains strong. Furthermore, if tourism and hospitality are to play an important role in the future of retail, then the presence and location of hotels is crucial, experts say. What, however, does the joint potential of the retail and hotel industry look like? This ACROSS cover story analyzes the synergies between the retail and hotel industries.

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EALYX – The First Win-Win-Win Trade-In Solution

Established in 2023 in Spain, EALYX is a B2B SaaS that allows consumers to trade in their used items and instantly receive a discount on a new purchase. This innovative approach is the first of its kind in the e-commerce industry. 

Outstanding European Placemaking Project recommended by Will Odwarka, CEO and Founder of Heartatwork Hospitality Consulting, and Member of the ACROSS Advisory Board. /// credit: ACROSS

Outstanding Placemaking Projects: F&B Role Models From The Middle East

Our industry is strong and can achieve a lot. To emphasize this optimistic spirit, we want to showcase what our industry offers. Recommended by Will Odwarka, CEO and Founder of Heartatwork Hospitality Consulting, and Member of the ACROSS Advisory Board, Al Mamlaka Social Dining, and One & Only´s One Za’abeel are one of the many outstanding placemaking projects that drive the industry forward.

Elsa Monteiro, Sustainability Director at Sierra. /// credit: Sonae Sierra

Sonae Sierra Avoided 22 Million Euros In Costs In 2023 Owing To Eco-Efficiency Measures

Sonae Sierra avoided €22 million in operating costs during 2023 by implementing a wide range of measures that improved eco-efficiency levels. According to the Economic Environmental and Social Report (EES Report) for 2023, the company has reduced its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 88% since 2005, reduced its electricity consumption by 68% since 2002 and achieved a 41% reduction in water consumption since 2003. The firm’s waste recycling rate has significantly increased 255% since 2002, reaching 67% in 2023.

Outstanding European Placemaking Project recommended by Jan Tanner, Managing Director at Bredella AG for Implenia Switzerland, and Member of the ACROSS Advisory Board. /// credit: ACROSS

Outstanding European Placemaking Projects: Bredella Areal, Pratteln — From Grey Industrial Estate To Colorful Neighborhood

Our industry is strong and can achieve a lot. To emphasize this optimistic spirit, we want to showcase what our industry offers. Recommended by Jan Tanner, Managing Director at Bredella AG for Implenia Switzerland, and Member of the ACROSS Advisory Board, Bredella Areal in Pratteln, Switzerland is one of the many outstanding placemaking projects that drive the industry forward.

Outstanding European Placemaking Project recommended by Herman Kok, Associate Partner at DISCvision, and Member of the ACROSS Advisory Board. /// credit: ACROSS

Outstanding European Placemaking Projects: Beurstraverse, Rotterdam, And Elektrownia Powiśle, Warsaw — One Project With A Substantial History And One New

Our industry is strong and can achieve a lot. To emphasize this optimistic spirit, we want to showcase what our industry offers. Recommended by Herman Kok, Associate Partner at DISCvision, and Member of the ACROSS Advisory Board, Beurstraverse in Rotterdam, and Elektrownia Powiśle in Warsaw are one of the many outstanding placemaking projects that drive the industry forward.

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Digital Construction Week reveals highly anticipated Main Stage line-up

With Digital Construction Week (DCW) rapidly approaching, the event organisers have revealed a must-see programme for the Main Stage of this year’s show. The UK’s leading event for innovation and technology in the built environment takes place on 5-6 June at ExCeL London.

Outstanding European Placemaking Project recommended by Thomas Reichenauer, Co-Founder and Managing Director of ROS Retail Outlet Shopping, and Member of the ACROSS Advisory Board. /// credit: ACROSS

Outstanding European Placemaking Projects: All Good Things Come In Threes — Designer Outlet Gdańsk, Designer Outlet Algarve And Designer Outlet Kraków

Our industry is strong and can achieve a lot. To emphasize this optimistic spirit, we want to showcase what our industry offers. Recommended by Thomas Reichenauer, Co-Founder and Managing Director of ROS Retail Outlet Shopping, and Member of the ACROSS Advisory Board, Designer Outlet Gdańsk, Designer Outlet Algarve, and Designer Outlet Kraków are one of the many outstanding placemaking projects that drive the industry forward.

Outstanding European Placemaking Project recommended by Angelus Bernreuther, Head of IR at Kaufland Stiftung & Co. KG, and Member of the ACROSS Advisory Board. /// credit: ACROSS

Outstanding European Placemaking Projects: NIVY Center (Bratislava), Merlata Bloom (Milano) And Norblin Factory (Warsaw) — Three Locations Following A Great Vision

Our industry is strong and can achieve a lot. To emphasize this optimistic spirit, we want to showcase what our industry offers. Recommended by Angelus Bernreuther, Head of IR at Kaufland Stiftung & Co. KG, and Member of the ACROSS Advisory Board, NIVY Center (Bratislava), Merlata Bloom (Milano), and Norblin Factory (Warsaw) are one of the many outstanding placemaking projects that drive the industry forward.

Could German retailers’ superior math be their secret weapon?

Unlike English retailers who focus on margin percentages, many German retailers prioritize profit per unit (Deckungsbeitrag), focusing on actual money earned rather than relative percentages. John Brenninkmeijer argues that to optimize assortment decision-making for a store, managers should consider the Dollar Contribution “Deckungsbeitrag” of products and the possible Opportunity Cost incurred when choosing one option over another.

Outstanding European Placemaking Project recommended by Joanna Fisher, CEO of ECE Marketplaces, and Member of the ACROSS Advisory Board. /// credit: ACROSS

Outstanding European Placemaking Projects: “The Playce” And “Foodgarden” @ Main-Taunus-Zentrum — Two Examples Of Successful Repositioning And Upgrading

Our industry is strong and can achieve a lot. To emphasize this optimistic spirit, we want to showcase what our industry offers. Recommended by Joanna Fisher, CEO of ECE Marketplaces, and Member of the ACROSS Advisory Board, The Playce and Foodgarden at Main-Taunus-Zentrum in Sulzbach, Germany are one of the many outstanding placemaking projects that drive the industry forward.

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ZeroQs – Take What You Need

Polish retail startup ZeroQs implements smart-scan on customers´ shopping carts to make the payment process much faster.

CEO PERSPECTIVES 2025 – When the Tenant Thrives, the Asset Flies
What will it take in 2025 for an asset to take off? For this special, we asked leading figures in the European retail real estate sector what they see as the most significant current challenges, as well as the solutions needed, for retail assets not just to survive but to prosper.
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