Nordic — Swedish residential developer Bonava is seeing clear signs of a recovery in the country's housing market after a sluggish start to the year, driven by renewed investor appetite, stronger demand in prime locations and improved access to project financing. However, Michael Björklund, Head of Bonava Sweden, warns that a shortage of development-ready land, elevated construction costs and lengthy planning processes continue to pose significant challenges to a broader market recovery.

Sweden — After a decade of investing in the industrial and logistics sector, Swedish property company Platzer is preparing its next major expansion. Under its new Arendal 5.0 development programme, the company plans to invest around SEK 2 billion in creating 200,000 sq m of new industrial and logistics space adjacent to the Port of Gothenburg. According to Chief Executive Johanna Hult Rentsch, the project marks the natural next phase of the company's long-term strategy as both the port and the wider business community continue to expand. "The Port of Gothenburg is growing, Stena Line is establishing operations in the area, and our long-term development strategy is to grow alongside the needs of industry and the logistics sector," says CEO Johanna Hult Rentsch.

Nordic — After nearly two decades at Niam, Jennifer Andersson is leaving to become a Partner at Urban Partners. Speaking to Nordic Property News, she explains her decision to change employers, why she sees growing international interest in the Nordic region, and which investments she believes will generate the greatest value in the years ahead. "I was attracted by the company's clear growth trajectory and the opportunity to offer investors a significantly broader platform," she says.

Nordic — Jenny Bay, Head of Transactions and Investment Operations, Nordics: "Still an attractive investment environment."

Sweden — Alecta Fastigheter concluded the first half of 2026 with a major transaction, acquiring two office properties in Stockholm from Castellum for approximately SEK 5 billion. Lena Boberg, CEO of Alecta Fastigheter, tells Nordic Property News about the acquisition, the company's first step into the Hagastaden district, the status of its current portfolio, its future growth ambitions, and its outlook on the transaction market.

Nordic — Nordic Property News presents how the Nordic companies performed on the stock exchange in June.

Sweden — Bent Oustad describes Fabege as “a fantastic company,” but after six months as CEO, he is clear that certain changes need to be made. “We don't just love offices,” says Oustad.

Sweden — Storsala has completed the largest acquisition in its history by purchasing a property portfolio in Stockholm from Altra for SEK 1.2 billion. Sofia Folstad, Head of Transactions at Storsala, tells Nordic Property News about the acquisition, the company's plans for the portfolio, its long-term growth strategy, and the current state of the transaction market.

Nordic — Following two major transactions in June, Prisma Properties can look back on a strong first half of the year in Finland. Tom Hagen, Deputy CEO and Head of Transactions, tells Nordic Property News about what makes Finland an attractive market, the company's ambition to build a SEK 16 billion portfolio, and its growth strategy across the Nordic region.

Sweden — Technopolis is launching its new Five Star concept in Kista and has already secured its first tenant. Yusrizal Ibrahim, Key Account Manager at Technopolis Kista, tells Nordic Property News about the new initiative, demand for the concept, the possibility of expanding it, and the future of Kista as an office district.

Sweden — Wihlborgs is set for significant expansion. On Thursday, the company announced that it is acquiring Castellum's property portfolio in the Skåne region for SEK 13.3 billion. CEO Ulrika Hallengren tells Nordic Property News about the transaction and the acquired portfolio, how the acquisition will strengthen Wihlborgs' position, and the prospects for further acquisitions.

Sweden — Castellum continues its journey towards improved profitability with a landmark divestment, selling its Skåne portfolio to Wihlborgs for SEK 13.3 billion. The company's largest shareholder, Roger Akelius, shares his perspective on the transaction.

Sweden — Platzer has secured a major office lease in central Gothenburg, signing an agreement for 8,000 square metres in Tennet, located in the Gullbergsvass/Central Station district. Marcus Sandahl, Head of Sales and Leasing at Platzer, tells Nordic Property News about the area's future position in Gothenburg’s office market, the current state of the leasing market, and his outlook for the years ahead.

Sweden — Thomas Holm: "It is all about working hard on signing leases."

Sweden — Having served as CEO of Vasakronan for nearly seven years during an undeniably eventful period, Johanna Skogestig is looking ahead despite an uncertain investment climate. Nevertheless, with a property portfolio valued at more than SEK 180 billion, she continues to see significant growth potential. “We want to further enhance our portfolio,” she says in an interview with Nordic Property News.

Sweden — Wojciech Wondell is taking the next step within the Titania Group, having been appointed Chief Executive Officer of the subsidiary Titania Project Development. He tells Nordic Property News about his new role, the company’s growth ambitions in project development, and his outlook on the market conditions for residential development.

Finland — Just under a year ago, Prisma Properties entered the Finnish market through a forward-funding acquisition of a new retail property in Ylivieska, south of Oulu. Since then, the company has expanded its portfolio through a series of transactions. Nordic Property News has taken a closer look at Prisma's acquisition journey in Finland.

Sweden — United Spaces continues to strengthen its presence in Gothenburg. CEO Homan Tehrani tells Nordic Property News about the company's plans for the Gothenburg market.

Sweden — Nancy Mattsson appointed Director General of the National Board of Housing, Building and Planning: “There is a great deal of work to be done.”

Sweden — Nordic Property News has compiled a list showing how much the listed real estate companies increased their rental income during the first quarter of 2026. Most companies reported increases, some of them substantial. However, seven companies experienced a decline in rental income compared with 2025.

Sweden — Following the divestment of Trecore, ICA Fastigheter has announced another major joint venture transaction, selling eight retail properties worth over SEK 1 billion to Delcore, a company jointly owned with AMF. Jan-Erik Hellman, CEO of ICA Fastigheter, tells Nordic Property News about the new transaction, the ongoing streamlining of the property portfolio, and the company's new position as a shareholder in Vendus.

Nordic — Kvarnholmen's transformation is taking another major step forward as KUAB, the joint development company owned by Peab and JM, has signed a 20-year agreement with hotel operator IHG Hotels & Resorts and 1912 Hotels. The investment will bring the Hotel Indigo lifestyle brand to Sweden for the first time, with a new hotel at the entrance to Stockholm's archipelago—a development that Peab believes could boost Kvarnholmen's regional appeal and international profile.

Finland — Slättö has committed nearly EUR 100 million to the Finnish market in the first half of 2026, deploying capital across residential, light industrial and logistics and hotel – all key conviction segments for the firm. Tuomas Kokkila, Investment Director at Slättö, tells Nordic Property News about where he sees best potential going forward, what cities he considers attractive, Slättö’s investment approach for the remainder of 2026 and how he sees the Finnish transaction market developing.

Sweden — 4,500 homes, two schools, new bridge connections and a development project expected to continue for up to 30 years. Gothenburg’s City Planning Committee has now approved an updated planning programme for Frihamnen and parts of Ringön. The ambition is to create a dense and mixed-use inner-city district that connects Gothenburg across the river, while maintaining a balanced project economy.

Nordic — Urban Partners has launched a new fund with an investment capacity of EUR 650 million following its first closing. Carl-Adam von Schéele, Partner and CEO of Urban Partners Sweden, tells Nordic Property News about the establishment of the fund, investor interest, investment strategy, and target markets.