The traditional formula of “square meters times footfall” has become less and less relevant. Silvio Kirchmair, CEO of umdasch The Store Makers, explains why retail properties today need to be places that offer experiences, partnerships, and pleasant atmospheres to survive the retail revolution. Away from pure space and toward lively, multi-functional locations – that’s how brick-and-mortar retail can make a comeback.
Long-term leases and predictable returns are no longer the bedrock of retail real estate. In a post-pandemic world shaped by volatile consumer habits, economic uncertainty, and omnichannel disruption, landlords face a new reality: Tenants demand agility, landlords need security, and the lease itself has become a delicate balancing act. David Fuller-Watts, CEO of Kinexio, explains: From short-term pop-ups to turnover-based rents, the rules are being rewritten, and technology may be the key to turning risk into resilience.
FREY Group has transformed the retail landscape with its open-air Shopping Promenades, and now it is venturing boldly into the outlet sector. In this exclusive interview, Chairman & CEO Antoine Frey explains why the acquisition of ROS was pivotal, how cultural placemaking and B Corp sustainability guide the company’s vision, and why projects like Malmö Designer Village and Designer Outlet Berlin are setting new standards across Europe.
Square meters no longer define success in retail real estate, experience does. As consumer expectations shift from “places to shop” to “destinations worth visiting,” landlords must evolve into curators of ecosystems that blend retail, dining, leisure, sustainability, and digital innovation. From Lisbon’s UBBO shopping resort to Glasgow’s Silverburn community hub, Eurofund Group shows how future-proof assets are built: not by leasing space, but by creating experiences that make brands thrive, communities engage, and investments soar.
Silverburn, the leading prime retail and leisure asset located in Glasgow, owned by Henderson Park and managed by Eurofund Group, has further expanded its growing F&B offer with the recent signing of Wingstop UK.
As cities across Europe grapple with the challenges of climate change, shifting consumer behavior, and evolving urban needs, Redevco is positioning itself at the forefront of sustainable transformation. In the DACH region, we are demonstrating how a dual focus on ESG-led redevelopment and strategic tenant diversification can future-proof real estate assets – creating long-term value for investors, tenants, and communities alike.
From yellow bins in Baden-Württemberg to Kaufland’s construction sites: the Schwarz Group is proving how waste can become a valuable resource. By applying cradle-to-cradle principles, the retailer is turning recyclables into building materials and redefining what sustainability in construction means.
While Central and Eastern Europe are experiencing rapid economic growth, the energy transition is still in its infancy. NEPI Rockcastle, the region’s retail real estate leader, is taking unprecedented steps to meet nearly half of its electricity needs via solar power by 2026. With a €110 million investment program stretching from Romania to Poland, the company is not only supporting the sustainability of its tenants but is also reshaping the CEE energy landscape itself. In a sector in which climate targets often lag behind, NEPI Rockcastle is proving that green retail is not only possible but also profitable.
Takko Fashion reports strong EBITDA growth for the first half of fiscal year 2025/2026, which ended on 31 July 2025. At the same time, the company has made significant progress in implementing its growth strategy, despite challenging market conditions.
Manchester Arndale is delighted to welcome Scandinavian lifestyle retailer Søstrene Grene, which will open a 4,952 sq ft store at the North West’s leading retail destination.
In an age in which digital dominates and foot traffic is harder to attract, retail spaces are being reimagined not just as places to shop, but as platforms for experience, education, and emotional connection. In her latest piece, Pınar Yalçınkaya, CEO of MPC Properties, explores how AI, sustainability, and creative activations are helping transform shopping centers across Serbia into vibrant hubs of relevance. From beekeeper suits and dinosaur replicas to podcast stages and robots that greet you by name, MPC is proving that future-proof retail is less about space and more about meaning.
The Auhof Center in Vienna is welcoming a brand new Peek & Cloppenburg store in the middle of October 2025, making it the 16th location within Austria.
As the retail landscape continues to evolve, convenience is emerging as the key driver of success. Shoppers are increasingly drawn to brands that make buying products a quick and effortless experience, whether online or in-store. GlobalData’s latest research highlights which retailers are likely to gain the most in 2025
Berlin’s largest shopping centre, Gropius Passagen has just been acquired by Hayfin from Nuveen and Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield. The centre is a highly important retail destination in Neukölln, Berlin, Germany, with an approximately 95.000 sqm lettable space, around 150 tenants.
The Spanish division of Deichmann is celebrating a 15-year anniversary on the market, treating customers with promotions and the reopening of two locations: Santiago de Compostela and Zaragoza.
Poland’s retail parks have grown from outskirts experiments in the 1990s to over 290 large hubs nationwide. Changing consumer habits and investor confidence are turning them into versatile destinations beyond just convenience shopping. Investment market report created by Avison Young allow details insights into major trends through a comprehensive analysis.
MEC’s new Business & Project Development department underscores its commitment to the future of retail real estate. Instead of pure administration, the focus is now on holistic location development – strategic, practical, and market-oriented. Head of the unit, Jörg Wege, explains how vision meets everyday business, why hands-on expertise matters, and how this drives MEC’s growth.
Recent calculations reveal that Mercadona has achieved significant success in the first eight months of 2025, taking the lead in the grocery sector of Spain. Capturing larger shopping baskets as well as a higher shopper penetration, are the main reasons behind Mercadona’s success.
The Dutch retailer and beauty brand has seen a steady global growth with demands for its unique products rising similarly. On the 17th of September, Rituals has reached a new milestone by opening its 1400th store in Budapest, Hungary, with huge success.
German department store chain Galeria has agreed a secured credit line of up to €160 million with US investment firm Gordon Brothers, backed by the company’s inventory.
Railpen, manager of the £34bn railways pension scheme in the UK, has announced that Superdry has launched the first Superdry & Co outlet store in the UK at Caledonia Park, Scotland’s premier designer outlet village.
Avison Young and joint agents Area have been appointed to market the Lewis’s Building, one of Liverpool’s most historic Grade II-listed landmarks, on a freehold basis.
The Metrocentre Partnership has announced that the extensive refurbishment works for The Crescent at Metrocentre have completed, with local favorite, Café Filto, set to anchor the central kiosk space at the heart of the scheme.
Castellana Properties has announced that it has obtained AIS accessibility certification for its Bonaire shopping center in Valencia and for the entire portfolio managed by the company in Portugal.
Leasing ´Rocketman´or how a ´rubber duck´ may help to lease retail real estate. Klaus Striebich explains leasing strategies in his ACROSS ACADEMY Masterclass on 24 September 2026.
Firmament Participations, controlled by Antoine Frey and FREY’s largest shareholder, has increased its stake in the European leader in premium open-air shopping destinations.
Around 800 experts, decision-makers and partners from the retail industry gathered today for the 22nd edition of the ECE Retail & Placemakers Meeting at the Fischauktionshalle in Hamburg.
Travel Retail Vilnius (TRV), a subsidiary of global retailer Gebr. Heinemann, has reopened its fundamentally redesigned duty-free and travel value shop within the Schengen area of Vilnius Airport.
The new EuroCommerce and McKinsey Grocery Retail Report shows how AI, convenience formats and changing consumer behavior are reshaping one of Europe’s most important retail sectors.
Danish retailer NORMAL is continuing its expansion in Austria with the opening of its fourth store in the country at ShoppingCity Seiersberg, and its first location outside Vienna and in the Styria region.
Ravensburger AG has taken a strategic majority stake in Margarete Steiff GmbH. Both companies rank among Baden-Württemberg’s leading toy manufacturers and have stood for quality, responsibility, and strong brand identity across generations. Steiff will continue to operate independently from its headquarters in Giengen an der Brenz.
Executive Committee appointments underline the company’s focus on global expansion, operational excellence, and strengthening its position in the evolving travel retail market.
By integrating Wroclavia into its global Westfield portfolio, Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield strengthens its premium destination strategy and further underlines Poland’s growing importance within Europe’s retail real estate landscape.
Yum! Brands has announced the sale of its global Pizza Hut business in a transaction worth $2.7 billion, marking a major strategic restructuring of one of the world’s largest quick-service restaurant groups.
Frasers Group has made an unsolicited voluntary offer to acquire the remaining 74% of Hugo Boss shares at €38 per share, valuing the full company at approximately €2.7 billion.
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