Lagaly has built a strong reputation over more than a decade in the shopping center industry. Before joining Sonae Sierra, he was instrumental in the development and repositioning of several centers across southern Germany. His innovative approaches to event concepts and customer engagement have earned him widespread recognition within the sector.
He succeeds Dennis Bastuck, who held the position until earlier this year. As part of its ongoing partnership with the property’s owner, Union Investment, Sonae Sierra is responsible for the management, leasing, marketing, and project development of the EUROPA-Galerie.
“We are pleased to welcome Tobias Lagaly, a seasoned professional with deep local roots, to the EUROPA-Galerie team,” said Christine Hager, Director Property Management at Sonae Sierra Germany. “His industry expertise and strategic vision will help drive value creation at the center while enhancing the overall shopping and visitor experience with new ideas.”
Commenting on his new role, Lagaly said: “I am excited to take on the management of EUROPA-Galerie Saarbrücken. This is a particularly meaningful and appealing opportunity for me, as it allows me to contribute to the further development of a center in my hometown. Together with the dedicated team at Sonae Sierra, I aim to strengthen EUROPA-Galerie’s position as a leading shopping destination in Saarbrücken and continue to build on its popularity.”
The EUROPA-Galerie Saarbrücken, centrally located in the city, is known for its diverse retail mix and historic architectural setting, making it a key shopping and lifestyle hub in the region.
