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Proptech Is by No Means a Hype – 15 Years of Evolution and Adaptation

March 9, 2023

Few changes have been as noticeable in business and society as the technological developments of the last 15 years. New platforms and digital ecosystems have opened up huge new global opportunities. Within the shopping center industry, a whole new segment has emerged: The Proptech sector. Peter Tonstad, CEO of Placewise, looks back, explains the most important developments, and reveals the biggest challenges facing retail real estate.

M Core acquires dominant Solihull shopping center

March 8, 2023

M Core has acquired Chelmsley Wood shopping centre as it continues its investment drive.

What “Future Readiness” Looks Like

March 8, 2023

For the past 15 years, we have lived in a V.U.C.A. world, one of vulnerability, uncertainty, complexity and ambiguity. In order to be successful in the future, we need to look at places not through the lens of real estate, but through the lens of content, argues Ibrahim Ibrahim, Managing Director of Portland Design.

EUROSHOP HIGHLIGHTS 2023 PART 3: The Technology of tomorrow

March 3, 2023

At its conclusion, the 21st edition of the trade fair shows just how much the retail landscape has changed: omnichannel and e-commerce have been significantly expanded. Heidemarie Kriz went in search of the most promising innovations for ACROSS. Read the third part of her fair report.

Atrium European Real Estate rebrands to G City Europe

March 2, 2023

In 2022, Atrium European Real Estate became part of G City. As part of the rebranding process the company will be present in the market under the new name G City Europe. Subsequently, a number of corporate rebranding steps will be taken in various areas.

Franck Verschelle and Jean-Christophe Bretxa join ACROSS Advisory Board

March 2, 2023

New members: The ACROSS Advisory Board is happy to welcome its newest members, Franck Verschelle and Jean-Christophe Bretxa.

Sonae Sierra consolidates its activity in Morocco with the opening of Aeria Mall

March 1, 2023

Sierra now manages three assets in Morocco, totaling 84,800 sq m of GLA. Reify. optimized the layout, created different parts of the concept and provided technical assistance during all project phases.

NEINVER announces record-breaking growth across its portfolio

March 1, 2023

Brand sales reached 1.35 billion Euro while sales figures top pre-pandemic levels by nearly 6% and footfall reaches close to 63 million visitors.

Livat Hammersmith celebrates a successful first year

March 1, 2023

192 million Euro shopping centre redevelopment is on track to exceed visitor forecast by 20 per cent.

Euroshop Highlights 2023 Part 2: How to shop for the future!

March 1, 2023

The retail trade of tomorrow will be on show at Euroshop 2023. For ACROSS, Heidemarie Kriz went in search of the most promising innovations. Read the second part of her trade fair report. The focus is on applications from the fields of AI, AR and VR.

EuroShop 2023 Highlights Part 1 – The Future of Retail

February 28, 2023

For more than 50 years the EuroShop has been a global innovation and information platform and is one of the most important industry events for the world of international retail. Over 1,750 exhibitors coming from 55 countries will be present at the 21st edition of the trade show. Especially throughout these difficult times, the industry is on the lookout for contacts, opportunities and perspectives. Heidemarie Kriz took a look around Düsseldorf for ACROSS.

UNIBAIL-RODAMCO-WESTFIELD CONCLUDES 732 LEASE CONTRACTS IN 2022

February 23, 2023

Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield currently operates 23 centers in the Germany and Austria region: 21 in Germany, eight of them in the Group’s own portfolio, and two in Austria. A total of 732 leases were concluded for these 23 centers last year. In addition, the mixed-use project Westfield Hamburg-Überseequartier, which is being developed by URW in Hamburg’s HafenCity until spring 2024, also experienced a lot of activity in 2022. The pre-letting rate for the retail, dining, and leisure sectors is now 73 percent.

CLOSE NEIGHBORS: DECATHLON AND KAUFLAND JOIN FORCES AT SIX LOCATIONS

February 23, 2023

In order to offer customers an even more comprehensive shopping experience, Decathlon Germany and Kaufland are joining forces. By the middle of this year, the two companies will already be doing business together at six locations.

Out now: New issue “15 years ACROSS – ACROSS Magazine Anniversary Edition”

February 23, 2023

OUT NOW – LATEST ISSUE! +++ 15 years ACROSS! – The European placemaking industry: more complex and sophisticated, but also smarter.

15 Years of Retail Real Estate: The Industry Has Become More Complex, More Demanding, and Smarter!

February 23, 2023

As banal as that may sound, the “question of existence” vis-à-vis the customer is one that many retail locations are currently grappling with in earnest, explains Reinhard Winiwarter, Founder and Managing Director of ACROSS, in his 15-year retrospective.

“A Stage for Future-oriented Topics and Their Actors”

February 23, 2023

When he founded ACROSS in 2008, Reinhard Winiwarter said, “I love retail.” That same phrase now serves as his motivation in 2023. In his personal review of the past 15 years, the founder of, editor of, and provider of ideas for ACROSS emphasizes how important it is to orient oneself towards forward-looking topics in the dynamic retail real estate world. However, the key factor that determines one’s own success and that of the industry is passion for the industry.

Nepi Rockcastle hits record net operating income in FY 2022 results

February 22, 2023

Post-Covid consumers flock back to Nepis shopping centers.

MIPIM 2023: Best Mixed-Use Projects

February 20, 2023

Developers have increasingly turned their attention to mixed-use retail developments for their new construction projects and the redevelopment of urban areas. In the post-pandemic era, consumers are looking for diverse work, leisure, and shopping places. Mixed-use, therefore, is not a trend – it is the future of real estate. The following projects are the finalists in the mixed-use category of the MIPIM Awards.

Redevco announces UK Build to Rent joint venture with SFP

February 16, 2023

Redevco, SFP Group and SFP UK have signed a joint venture (JV) agreement to invest in the UK Build to Rent (BTR) real estate market over the next couple of years. The strategy will focus on repurposing existing underutilised commercial assets that offer the potential for transformative residential-led mixed-use projects that will positively impact local communities.

All-round profile: Westfield Hamburg-Überseequartier becomes a hub
for sports, well-being and health

February 15, 2023

Sports Club became exclusive partner in the fitness sector with unique flagship format.

OUTLOOK 2023: “NON-RETAIL COMMUNITY SPACES NEED TO BE DEVELOPED.”

February 8, 2023

“A strategic approach such as expanding in non-retail vital services increases exposure to the local community and leads to new leases or lease extensions,” states Neil Churchill, Center Director of Festival Place, Basingstoke.

OUTLOOK 2023: “RE-PURPOSING RETAIL ASSETS FOR A SUSTAINABLE AND BULLET-PROOF FUTURE”

February 8, 2023

“Providing new experiences regularly is necessary to keep the visitors coming – they are always on the lookout to experience what they have not had before. We have to offer a full program with the excitement of the new, combined with the convenience of the known,” states Brigit Gerritse, Head of Research & Strategy at Redevco.

OUTLOOK 2023: “THERE IS LIGHT AT THE END OF THE TUNNEL…”

February 8, 2023

“Let’s grab the chance to change ‘current locations’ into ‘places for the people’,” states Klaus Striebich, Managing Director of RaRE Advise and Member of the ACROSS Advisory Board.

OUTLOOK 2023: “DIGITALIZATION, BUT WITH A DIFFERENT APPLICATION”

February 7, 2023

“In terms of energy management, technological applications will become a critical success factor when it comes to using lighting, cooling, and air conditioning efficiently and in a customer-oriented way,” states Silvio W. Kirchmair, CEO of umdasch The Store Makers and Member of the ACROSS Advisory Board.

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