Sweden — Vasakronan makes a significant move ahead of the summer with the acquisition of the 34,000-square-metre office property Solna United. Martin Kron, Head of Investments and Projects at Vasakronan, tells Nordic Property News about the transaction, the company's first step into Arenastaden, the area's development, its future position within the Stockholm office market, and Vasakronan’s thoughts on potential future acquisitions in the area.

Nordic — The Swedish logistics market continues to experience increases in vacancy rates – but Catena expects strong cash flows in the coming quarters. "We are in a favorable position for further growth", says CEO Jörgen Eriksson.

Sweden — The recovery of the economy that Platzer CEO Johanna Hult Rentsch had hoped for has still not come. This has been noticed during the quarter through two large tenants, one of whom, Volvo Cars, has decided to reduce its staff. At the same time, there is hope for the Gothenburg CBD, which until now has seen an unusually large vacancy. She also sees reasons that the rent levels should increase in Sweden's second largest city.

Nordic — Steps down after 18 years with the company.

Sweden — Wallenstam makes a large divestment in Stockholm. CEO tells Nordic Property News about the transaction, the future plans for the Stockholm market and what kind of properties they look to invest in.

Sweden — On the last day of June, a transaction was announced. Rikshem was the seller and the buyer was the Malmö-based and growing company Insig. Behind that company is a trio that can now take action to return to the stock exchange in a new form. The goal is to grow by SEK 5 billion in just a few years.

Nordic — KKR continues to make move on the Swedish residential market. Following a new acquisition from Reliwe, Alexander Thams, Head of Nordics Real Estate at KKR, tells Nordic Property News about the plans for the residential portfolio in Sweden and the Nordics, where they look for new investment opportunities, the market situation and about the

Sweden — In connection with the renewal of the lease, Spotify chooses to continue developing in Urban Escape and relocate. Per Helgesson, Market Area Manager of Urban Escape, expands his thoughts about the significance of the new contract, what they want to create with Spotify's new concept and what knots remain in the development of the gigantic property.

Sweden — The Nordic investment group Vaekstkapital is establishing operations in Sweden. Following the launch, CEO Simon Otterstedt tlls Nordic Property News about the timing, the interest shown by Swedish investors, the company’s plans for property development in Sweden, and its ongoing operations in emerging cities across Southeastern Europe.

Sweden — As Sveafastigheter now looks ahead, it is in the Stockholm region and certain cities in the Mälardalen that it will focus when it comes to new production and development projects. "We have narrowed down the markets we focus on", says CEO Erik Hävermark to Fastighetssverige.

Finland — CBRE sharpens the team in Finland with Henrica Ginström as new Managing Director. She tells Nordic Property News about the new position with CBRE, returning to the advisory side, her time at Citycon and about the state and future of the Finnish market.

Nordic — June was a comeback for a previously pressured stock that performed best of all companies during the month. At the other end of the scale, we find large construction companies that fell back. Here is the full list of the companies' performance on the stock market during the sixth month of the year.

Sweden — Corem continues the effort to optimize the portfolio and so far this year they have sold for SEK 3.5 billion (EUR 0.32 billion), which means they are getting closer to the goal of selling for at least SEK 5 billion (EUR 0.45 billion). In the latest Swedish transaction, they chose to sell centrally located properties in some of Sweden's largest cities. CEO Rutger Arnhult shares how they are continuing to work towards achieving the goal.

Sweden — Heba continues to expand within the field of community service properties. Following a joint venture investment in a new care home on Lilla Essingen in Stockholm, carried out together with Peab, CEO Patrik Emanuelsson tells Nordic Property News about Heba’s objectives within community properties, the criteria that must be met for a care facility to be considered, and what lies ahead for the company in H2 2025.

Sweden — The game development industry continues to turn its attention toward Södermalm in Stockholm. Following another major establishment in the Fatburen complex, Karin Jernström Nyberg, Market Area Manager at AMF Fastigheter, tells Nordic Property News about the hub that has emerged in Södermalm, how AMF Fastigheter is working to strengthen it, the balance between industries in the district, and the other sector-specific clusters that have developed within the company’s portfolio.

Sweden — The small house industry is basically at a standstill, while many people dream of living in small houses. Joakim Henriksson, CEO of Obos Sweden, shares how he sees that equation and the SEK 1 billion investment they are making despite the recession.

Sweden — ABG Fastena continues its growth journey through new acquisitions. Following a recent deal in the logistics and light industrial sector in Uppsala, the company’s CEO, Andreas Birgersson, tells Nordic Property News about the company’s growth plans across its various business lines, where it sees the greatest opportunities moving forward, which new segments it is exploring for investment, and the potential for further divestments.

Sweden — Since its launch in 2023, Stockholm Wood City has become an international phenomenon. Now, Atrium Ljungberg aims to capitalize on the momentum by launching a new hub for entrepreneurship and innovation this September, located within the timber-constructed district in Sickla. CEO Annica Ånäs tells Nordic Property News about thethe unique initiative.

Sweden — A somewhat unique property has entered the market following Svenska Spel’s decision to sell the building that previously housed Casino Cosmopol in central Stockholm. The sales mandate has been awarded to Cushman & Wakefield, and Sven-Olof Johansson, Partner, Capital Markets, shares with Nordic Property News how the firm can leverage its entire organization in the sales process, outlines the transaction timeline, identifies potential buyers, and offers insights on the office transaction market in Stockholm.

Sweden — Rail freight operator to develop large-scale facilities in Malmö Industrial Park. Nordic Property News has the details.

Sweden — Liljebo Fastigheter is undertaking an energy transformation and does not intend to let the Swedish Union of Tenants halt the renovation of its properties in Vårberg. Additionally, the company is actively seeking new acquisitions, ready to buy when the right opportunity arises. "The selling window isn't always open, but it can suddenly appear due to another transaction," CEO Omid Noghabai tells Nordic Property News.

Sweden — A new office district featuring two high-rise buildings and a public square is being planned at Lindholmsplatsen in Gothenburg. The proposal is now open for public consultation. Nordic Property News takes a closer look at the project.

Nordic — Foreign investors are turning their attention to Sweden, with a particular focus on the residential property market. Following initial acquisitions by several major players and announcements from other global giants signaling acquisition interests, Axel Tärn, Head of Research at Colliers, offers his analysis of the current situation and its forthcoming development: what draws international investors to the Swedish housing market, how will this interest evolve, will new entrants emerge, and how Swedish companies measure up in the competition, and the situation in the other Nordic countries.

Nordic — A few days ago, the news came that Savills IM had made its first acquisition in Gothenburg with a logistics fund. Lisen Heijbel, Head of Investment, shares how they want to grow in Sweden with the large fund.

Nordic — On 26,000 square meters Malmö Designer Village is just a first step as French property developer Frey takes aim to grow in the Nordics. Antoine Frey, Chairman and CEO, shares how they view the Nordic market, the ingredients to their unique concept and why investors should rethink their opinion on retail.