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NEW H-OUR STORE APP BUSINESS MODEL TRANSFORMS SHOPPING CENTER LEASE MARKET

Making good and sensible use of existing space and offering innovative concepts a chance in an effort to attract customers – that is a challenge for every shopping center. METRO PROPERTIES has developed h-our Store: Through the completion of minimal formalities, all online, new tenants have the opportunity to present their offerings at well-established and renowned locations in the region’s commercial landscape.

ACROSS Outlook 2024 (left), Ibrahim Ibrahim (right) /// credit: ACROSS, Portland Design

OUTLOOK 2024: “We Must Shift The Culture Of The Industry”

“Opportunities will come if we develop strategies to change the rhythm of our assets, from a ‘shopping rhythm’ to a ‘community rhythm’,” states Ibrahim Ibrahim, Managing Director of Portland Design, and Member of the ACROSS Advisory Board, in the latest “Industry Outlook 2024”.

Klaus Striebich is the Managing Director of RaRE Advise, and the Head of the ACROSS Advisory Board. /// credit: Klaus Striebich

“Top Secret: … the Cycle of Success in the Real Estate Industry.”

It is time to reveal the secret of success in retail real estate, or rather to remind those who may have forgotten it, says Klaus Striebich, Managing Director of RaRE Advise and Head of the ACROSS Advisory Board. As in many other areas, we sometimes lose the right focus or simply have a different perspective as we become more and more specialized or individualized in our daily work. Let’s hit the reset button!

ACROSS Outlook 2024 (left), Angelus Bernreuther (right) /// credit: ACROSS, Kaufland

OUTLOOK 2024: “Work Even Harder To Understand The Customer”

“ESG and digitalization are here to stay and will have a continuous and long-term impact on how retail real estate is operated,” states Angelus Bernreuther, Head of Investor Relationship Management at Kaufland, and Member of the ACROSS Advisory Board.

Forum Schwanthalerhöhe (left), Forum Hanau (right) /// credit: HBB

Sustainable Reorientation of Shopping Centers

Online retail continues to change the shopping landscape, and people have adapted their leisure behavior as a result of the pandemic. Consequently, the role of shopping centers needs to be rethought. Shopping centers are no longer straightforward “shopping machines”, but must prove themselves as sustainable and versatile community centers, argues HBB.

ACROSS Outlook 2024 (left), Chris Igwe (right) /// credit: ACROSS, Chris Igwe

OUTLOOK 2024: “Serve The Local Community”

“Placemaking does not have to be a complex configuration of multiple uses, but one that is seen as being in harmony with the people it wants to serve,” states Chris Igwe, Global Retail Expert, and Member of the ACROSS Advisory Board, in the latest “Industry Outlook 2024”.

ACROSS Outlook 2024 (left), Christine Hager (right) /// credit: ACROSS, Bernhard Claßen for GCSP

OUTLOOK 2024: “Recognize The Importance Of Customer Orientation”

“Investors are increasingly following high-quality, sustainable, and innovative assets that can provide unique and modern customer experiences,” states Christine Hager, Director of Property Management for Sonae Sierra in Germany, in the latest “Industry Outlook 2024”.

ACROSS Outlook 2024 (left), Henrik Madsen (right) /// credit: ACROSS, Henrik Madsen

OUTLOOK 2024: “It Is All About ME!”

“Consistent (growth) performance is returning, but mainly for businesses and entities that truly stayed focused on relentlessly adapting and readapting,” states Henrik Madsen, Chief Executive & Transformation Officer at HMJ International Services Ltd., and member of the ACROSS Advisory Board in the latest “Industry Outlook 2024”.

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Action opens first store in Portugal

The fastest growing discounter in Europe started 30 years ago in the Netherlands and today has over 2500 stores in 11 countries. The company secures over 60,000 jobs and employs staff from over 130 nations. The opening in Portugal is planned for February 2024.

Ben Chesser, CEO and Founder of Coniq (left), David Fuller-Watts, CEO of Mallcom (right) /// credit: Coniq, Mallcomm

WHY DIGITAL PLATFORMS ARE NO LONGER A NICE TO HAVE

In an age where businesses and consumers get bombarded with digital communications, relevant information must get to people at the right time. Any mall business that sends generic messages to its tenants or shoppers will quickly lose their interest. Digital platforms are fundamental to improving the performance of shopping malls and their tenants.

VIA Outlet locations at a glance (left), Otto Ambagtsheer, CEO of VIA Outlets (right) /// credit: VIA

The Journey of the Outlet Sector Has Just Begun

The outlet channel performs well – whatever the economic environment. Otto Ambagtsheer, CEO of VIA Outlets, is convinced that the industry’s success story will continue. Therefore, VIA Outlets will not only focus on organic growth, but on further acquisitions as well, keeping an eye on the development from the ground up. He is also convinced that omnichannel is the right way forward for the outlet industry in the long term.

Festive Decoration at Allee-Center Leipzig, Germany (left), Thomas Mark, President of MK Illumination (right) /// credit: MK Illumination

Festive Lighting That Supports Long-term Sustainability Goals

Festive lighting and seasonal decorations remain key to creating the right ambience and attracting visitors during the holiday season. By collaborating with a sustainably-minded festive lighting supplier that offers creativity, innovation, and experience, centers can achieve two objectives: They can support internal sustainability targets and maintain their positions as vibrant community hubs.

ACROSS Outlook 2024 (left), Rüdiger Dany (right) /// credit: ACROSS, NEPI Rockcastle

OUTLOOK 2024: “Our Industry Is Constantly Evolving”

“Real estate is a long-term business so many of the challenges are long term in nature too,” states Rüdiger Dany, CEO of NEPI Rockcastle and member of the ACROSS Advisory Board in the latest “Industry Outlook 2024”.

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MK Illumination as trendsetter: The world bathed in Tyrolean Christmas light

Despite a challenging market environment across the board, the Tyrolean lighting artists from MK Illumination were able to achieve some real highlights this year. With revenue estimated at 165 million euros, the globally active company will have had the most successful year in its history once again.