Why Pandox Reject the Swedish Market

Sweden Sweden — With the completion of another major British hotel purchase Pandox CEO Anders Nissen tells Nordic Property News why the Swedish market is not an alternative for Pandox at the moment and his views of the European markets.

Victoria Park Makes First Purchase After Vonovia Takeover

Sweden Sweden — Per Ekelund, CEO at Victoria Park, tells Nordic Property News about the first acquisition since Vonovia's entry: “Hoping for more.”

"Oslo Will Continue to Experience Positive Effects"

Norway Norway — Anne-Jan Jager, Director at Tristian Capital Partners, tells Nordic Property News of the major office acquisition, the state of the Norwegian economy and Tristian’s future in Norway and the other Nordic countries.

Here Are the Markets NCC Exits After Major Loss in Q3

Nordic — NCC presented severe losses in Q3. To straighten the ship going forward NCC has decided to vacate several Nordic markets.

Dutch Company Launches New Retail Concept to Take International Players to Sweden

Sweden Sweden — Dutch Brandspot launches new retail concept to take international players to Sweden. CEO Ilona Tailade tells Nordic Property News of the new way to take international retailers to the Swedish market – and why they have chosen to start in Gothenburg instead of Stockholm.

”Swedish Companies Act Too Cowardly”

Sweden Sweden — Why does Rutger Arnhult head towards the American market and why does he believe Swedish companies act too cowardly?

Who Owns Sweden's Most Expensive Buildings?

Sweden Sweden — The Swedish crown jewels are stored in the Royal Palace in Stockholm. But who owns the real estate crown jewels of Sweden? Nordic Property News has the complete list of owners of the 20 most expensive properties in Stockholm, Gothenburg and Malmö.

“A Feeling of Being in Limbo”

Nordic — Technopolis CEO Keith Silverang on the time passed since the Kildare offer, the UMA expansion in the Nordics and entering Poland.

Union Investment’s Next Step in the Nordics

Nordic — Union Investment has been an active player in the Nordics. With several purchases in Arenastaden, Stockholm from Fabege and series of recent acquisitions and divestments in Finland Kubilay Özbisikletci, Senior Investment Manager Nordic Region at Union Investment Real Estate, tells Nordic Property News of Union Investment’s Nordic focus going forward.

"Foreign Investors Will Keep Being Quite Active"

Finland Finland — Last week NCC sold an office building in Helsinki to Swiss Life and keeps the pace up on the Finnish market. Petri Bergström, Head of NCC Property Development Finland, tells Nordic Property News of the divestment, what next for NCC PD and how he believes the foreign interest in the Finnish market will develop.

How the New CEO Wants to Develop JLL

Sweden Sweden — JLL Sweden has named Linus Ericsson as Daniel Gorosch’s successor. The new CEO tells Nordic Property News how the company will develop and how they want to expand.

Rental Levels in Booming City

Sweden Sweden — Gothenburg is among the most expansive cities in the Nordics. Several major projects are on their way to meet the expected population growth of 30 precent by 2035. Nordic Property News presents figures for rental levels in the city.

Union Investment on Major Helsinki Purchase

Finland Finland — Union Investment keeps the activity up on the Finnish market. After recently divesting two properties the German company made a massive acquisition by purchasing the Urban Environment House for EUR 165M. Kubilay Özbisikletci, Senior Investment Manager Nordic Region at Union Investment Real Estate, tells Nordic Property News of the acquisition and his view of the Finnish market.

Mrec IM's New MD on Focus Areas and Future Vision

Finland Finland — Mrec Investment Management has appointed Tomi Grönlund as new Managing Director. The new MD tells Nordic Property News of Mrec IM’s strategy going forward, what he will bring to the company, his view of the Finnish real estate market and which cities Mrec IM will focus on.

Klövern Makes Public Cash Offer for Another Listed Company

Sweden Sweden — After having acquired Tobin Properties, Swedish giant Klövern makes a cash offer for the shares in Agora. Peeter Kinnunen, Head of Transaction at Klövern, tells Nordic Property News of the offer and what plans Klövern has for Agora.

Italian Giant on Nordic Entry and Future

Nordic — The Italian insurance giant Generali has through its real estate division entered the Nordics. With the first acquisition in Copenhagen completed Giuseppe Cerami, Real Estate Investment Manager at the company, tells Nordic Property News of Generali’s view of the Nordic markets and what they are looking for going forward.

New Troubles for Swedish Company in Turmoil

Sweden Sweden — A former CEO charged with fraud, a board that left in protest – now new clouds loom on the horizon.

CBRE Hotter than Apple and Tesla

Nordic — CBRE Sweden’s HR Manager tells Nordic Property News how the company topped giants like Tesla and Apple in Forbes' ranking.

Blackrock's Future in the Nordics

Nordic — Blackrock keeps the spotlight on the Nordics. After recently having made there first acquisition in Finland Victor Persson, Vice President of Blackrock Real Asset, tells Nordic Property News what's next for Blackrock in the Nordics and how important the market is to the American giant.

"It Is a Win-Win for Both!"

Sweden Sweden — SBB sells a portfolio of 39 properties for SEK 1.153 billion (EUR 111M) and simultaneously creates a JV with the buyer Property AD – to divest the portfolio. CEO Ilija Batljan tells Nordic Property News about cooperation with Property AD, why they are looking to divest the portfolio and SBB's focus going forward.

The Largest Swedish Q3 Transactions

Sweden Sweden — Nordic Property News lists the ten largest transactions in Sweden during Q3 2018.

Change in CEO at NREP: “Different Mindset and Leadership”

Nordic — NREP changes CEO with Claus Mathisen succeeding Mikkel Bülow-Lehnsby, who’s continuing to work in NREP’s executive committee. Mikkel Bülow-Lehnsby tells Nordic Property News of the changes, why Claus Mathisen is the right person at CEO, his own new role and the strategies of NREP going forward.

American Giant Enters Finland

Finland Finland — Blackrock increases their Nordic footprint by acquiring an office building in Helsinki. Victor Persson, Vice President, Blackrock Real Assets, tells Nordic Property News of the acquisition in Ruoholahti and their view of the Finnish market.

Aberdeen on New Investment Strategy and Nordic Focus

Nordic — Aberdeen Standard Investments sells in Linköping to free up capital for new investments. Patrik Westerberg, Senior Transactions Manager at Aberdeen, tells Nordic Property News of the investment strategy and where in the Nordics they are looking.

Klövern CEO Becomes Largest Owner in Castellum

Sweden Sweden — Rutger Arnhult, CEO of Klövern, and large owner of Corem, Klövern and Sagax becomes the largest owner in listed Castellum. He tells Nordic Property News of the future of the company and his feelings on his ownership.