Colliers appoints new MD in Finland and increases focus on Property Management services

Finland Finland — Colliers appoints Miro Karttunen as new Managing Director for the Colliers in Finland. Davoud Amel-Azizpour, CEO of Colliers EMEA, tells Nordic Property News about the recruitment and about the focus on strengthening Propety Management services.

"The vacancy rate will plateau somewhat in 2025"

Sweden Sweden — Citymark has now released the results of its latest survey regarding the state of the office rental market in Gothenburg. The outlook is far from bright, with a new vacancy record of nearly twelve percent for offices in central Gothenburg. Tor Borg, Head of Research at Citymark, elaborates on the reality behind the figures presented in the report.

Why Nivika opts for single-property transactions over portfolios

Sweden Sweden — Nivika continues its growth strategy through smaller acquisitions. Following its latest deal in Vaggeryd, the company’s CEO, Sverker Källgården, tells Nordic Property News why the company has chosen to focus on single-property transactions, outlines its portfolio growth targets, and shares where the company is looking to expand next.

Residential returns remain a challenge in the north of Sweden

Sweden Sweden — When Diös does business in northern Sweden, it is with a clear goal in mind: to increase the portfolio in central locations and reduce it on the outskirts of the cities. Annie Franzon, transaction manager at Diös, shares the company's vision for northern Sweden. – It is clear what customers are asking for, she says.

How ownership structures affect the transaction market

Sweden Sweden — The transaction market in Sweden saw a recovery in 2024, partly due to the fact that some major office properties and portfolios have changed owners. However, over the past 20 years, a lot has changed in the ownership structures. This is something that Cushman & Wakefield has analyzed and Anders Elvinsson, Head of Valuation & Strategic Advisory Sweden, explains the differences we see between now and then and what it will mean for the transaction market going forward.

"Hopefully the housing market will pick up speed already in 2026"

Sweden Sweden — Great uncertainty, geopolitical tensions and an ongoing trade war. The scene for Atrium Ljungberg is, as for all property companies, shaky and unpredictable. But there are glimmers of light: the Slakthuset area and the companies' return to the office. "When our customers feel good, we simply feel good", says CEO Annica Ånäs.

Stendörren's expansion plans for the hot market

Denmark Denmark — Stendörren recently announced that they have acquired four warehouse and light industrial properties near Copenhagen through two separate transactions. This is part of an expansion to reach critical mass in the Danish portfolio. Johan Malmberg, Head of Investment and Business Development, comments on the plans and conditions for the portfolio to develop.

"Uncertainty is never good for decisions"

Sweden Sweden — Fabege hopes to reach the net rental target by 2025 and reducing vacancies has the highest priority, according to CEO Stefan Dahlbo. It is classic sales work that will gain ground for the company, that is, many meetings and viewings. "There is an old saying: 100 calls a day, keeps the manager away", says Stefan Dahlbo.

Greykite's ambitions for the Nordic markets

Nordic — Following the acquisition of a 27-property light industrial portfolio from Regio, Greykite’s CEO and founder, Michael Abel, tells Nordic Property News about the transaction, the company’s future plans for Sweden, its search for new investment opportunities, its interest in other Nordic countries, and his outlook on the development of the industrial market in Sweden and the Nordics.

"The office market is better in Gothenburg than in Stockholm"

Sweden Sweden — The world is shaking and trade tariffs are in focus. The Gothenburg company Platzer, with a large part of its logistics property portfolio near Gothenburg's transatlantic port, will of course follow developments closely and be humble about what may happen now, says CEO Johanna Hult Rentsch. At the same time, she believes that the office market in Gothenburg is better equipped than that in Stockholm.

New opportunities for Storsala within office conversions

Sweden Sweden — After acquiring an office property in Märsta, just north of Stockholm, with the intention of converting it into residential units, CEO Orlando Villacrez tells Nordic Property News about the project, the potential seen in future conversions, and the company's first collaboration with co-owner Lindesberg’s Bygg.

These are the largest owners in the listed real estate companies

Nordic — After billionaire John Fredriksen became the largest owner in Fabege, Nordic Property News has taken a closer look at which profiles and funds own most of the capital in the listed Nordic real estate companies on the largest lists. Here is the full list.

JLL to take its valuation operations to the next level: "We've seen a steady rise in demand"

Nordic — JLL is undergoing a strategic restructuring of its Nordic valuation operations, significantly increasing its capacity to meet rising demand from clients. Linus Ericsson, CEO of JLL Sweden, spoke with Nordic Property News about the transformation, the evolving client needs, the Nordic collaboration, and the choice of Kaisu Pienimäki to lead Nordic Value & Risk Advisory services.

Despite the trade war – the Nordics remain strong: "We are forecasting for higher levels"

Nordic — Jussi Niemistö, Senior Director, Head of Research Nordics at CBRE, on his new position, the company's Nordic organization, and how the Nordic property market will be affected, due to the global trade war.

The reasoning behind Joacim Sjöberg's decision to leave Castellum

Sweden Sweden — Castellum will commence the search for a new CEO following Joacim Sjöberg’s decision to step down from the position in 2026. In an interview with Nordic Property News, Sjöberg discusses the reasoning behind his decision, reflects on his tenure at Castellum, how the company’s position has evolved under his leadership, and shares some thoughts on his future plans.

"Hard to see that real estate is a loser in the stock market"

Sweden Sweden — The stock market is fluctuating, and the blood-red numbers have been numerous and high. Real estate expert Peter Norhammar gives his perspective on how the turbulence in the stock market can affect the real estate industry.

Joacim Sjöberg to step down as CEO of Castellum

Sweden Sweden — Castellum is preparing for a change in CEO in 2026 following as Joacim Sjöberg announces that he will step down from the position. Per Berggren, Chairman of the Board, tells Nordic Property News about how the news was received, his view on Joacim Sjöberg’s tenure, and the upcoming recruitment process.

The holdings of the industry's top CEOs

Sweden Sweden — Nordic Property News has looked at how large a holding the CEOs have in their own company. Here is an updated list.

"We have the ambition of becoming one of the leading players in the Danish real estate market"

Denmark Denmark — A new company has seen the light of day in Denmark as Christopher Aandahl and Anne Sofie Vett Raaschou, have left Nrep to launch Three Lakes Capital. The founders tell Nordic Property News about the establishment of and the goals for the new venture, what clients they will be working with and what investment opportunities they see on the Danish market.

"Many buyers and a strong capital inflow into the sector"

Sweden Sweden — Corem is continuing its divestment strategy and, following its latest sale, has now fully exited the Halmstad market. After saying farewell to Halland region’s largest city, the company is moving forward with efforts to optimize its balance sheet. Head of Transactions, Peeter Kinnunen, shares insights into the continued portfolio adjustments, upcoming sales, and the current state of the transaction market.

The American giant explores new opportunities in the Nordics

Nordic — Sweden and the Nordic countries continue to attract strong interest from international investors – and American company WP Carey is closely monitoring the region. Christopher Mertlitz, Managing Director and Head of European Investments, shares how they plan to expand their presence.

The hottest recruitments in Q1

Nordic — A number of key-positions within the companies on the Nordic real estate market got filled during the first quarter of 2025. Nordic Property News takes a closer look at the hottest Nordic recruitments in Q1.

Lansa continues to grow towards the goals: "The competition is tough"

Sweden Sweden — Earlier this week it was clear that Lansa is taking new steps towards continued growth. This is through an acquisition from Peab, which is currently building a large residential project in Partille. This is the third purchase in the Gothenburg region since they entered the market two years ago. Cecilia Andersson, Property Development Manager at Lansa Fastigheter, gives her view on the competition in the market and the ambition for how the portfolio will grow.

How Logistea wants to continue growing the portfolio

Nordic — Logistea continues to expand its Norwegian portfolio, strengthening it with the acquisition of Bryne Næringspark for NOK 480 million. Following the acquisition, Vice CEO and Head of Transactions, Anders Nordvall, shares his perspective on the Norwegian portfolio, the company's growth ambitions, and the development of the Stavanger region.

"SLP is now an even stronger company than before"

Sweden Sweden — In September, Tommy Åstrand will step down as CEO of SLP and transition—if elected—into a board role within the company. In an interview with Nordic Property News, he discusses his decision, his successor, and SLP’s position now compared to when he first took on the role.