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AI generatedLeadership Change at Casualfood: Reorganisation for Strategic Further Development
Casualfood, a specialist in travel catering, has realigned its leadership structure to secure the company's strategic further development.
AI generatedMHP Hotel AG reports revenue growth in first half of 2026
MHP Hotel AG continued its growth trajectory in the first half of 2026, increasing group revenue by 25.1 per cent to EUR 99.3 million, primarily driven by po…
AI generatedComprehensive Modernisation of the ibis Paderborn City Completed
The ibis Paderborn City has undergone a comprehensive modernisation, which included room design, the lobby, and the catering concept, thereby securing its po…
AI generatedNew build segment shows strongest price growth in August
New build detached and semi-detached houses recorded the highest price growth in the Europace House Price Index in August, while the overall market remained…
AI generatedBarmeniaGothaer secures Cologne-Zollstock site until at least 2035
BarmeniaGothaer has extended its rental agreements for the campus in Cologne-Zollstock until at least 2035, thereby investing in a comprehensive modernisatio…
AI generatedDFV calls for differentiated approach to holiday rental regulation
The German Holiday Home Association (DFV) advocates for a balanced approach to applying the planned European Affordable Housing Act to holiday accommodation.
AI generatedDFV Calls for Balance in Restrictions on Holiday Rentals
The German Holiday Home Association (DFV) appeals to the European Commission to ensure a nuanced approach when regulating holiday rentals through the Afforda…
AI generatedPersistent Excess Demand Characterises Hamburg's Rental Housing Market
The current survey by IVD Nord confirms an unceasingly high pressure on Hamburg's rental housing market, marked by widespread excess demand and rising rental…
AI generatedPressure on Hotel Margins in the DACH Region Intensifies
A recent operator survey identifies ongoing cost pressure and limited compensation options for hotel operators in German-speaking countries, challenging the…
AI generatedECB Raises Key Interest Rates, Fed Under Pressure – Mortgage Rates Stable
The European Central Bank has increased the main refinancing rate to 2.65% and the deposit facility rate to 2.50%, while the Federal Reserve faces a decisive…
AI generatedECB Interest Rate Hike Influences Financing Conditions in the Real Estate Market
The European Central Bank has once again raised the deposit rate by 25 basis points to 2.50%, a measure that significantly shapes financing conditions for th…
AI generatedMortgage Interest Rates Above the Four Percent Mark: An Analysis of the Current Market Situation
Mortgage interest rates for ten-year loans are currently around 4.2 percent, which is due to increased yields on long-term government bonds and concerns abou…
AI generatedECB Interest Rate Hike and Its Impact on the Real Estate Market
The European Central Bank has raised its key interest rates by 25 basis points, prompting various real estate industry players to assess the consequences.
AI generatedZIA Demands Predictability and Reliability in the 2027 Federal Budget
The German Property Federation (ZIA) is calling for increased predictability, reliability, and transparency in economic and financial policy in the context o…
AI generatedCity of Munich plans digital rent monitor to check rent prices
The City of Munich is planning to introduce a digital rent monitor to identify potentially unlawful rent demands for new tenancies and to inform landlords ab…
AI generatedBremerhaven Overseas Port: Federal Funding Approved for Upgrade
On 8 September 2026, the Bremen Senate passed a resolution for the further upgrade of Bremerhaven Overseas Port, with the federal government pledging signifi…
AI generatedDelmenhorst Commercial Campus: Long-term Letting to International Logistics Service Provider
A flexible commercial unit at the Delmenhorst Commercial Campus has been let on a long-term basis to an international logistics service provider, highlightin…
AI generatedAustrian Airlines to become main tenant in Office Park 4 NEXT at Vienna Airport
From 2028, Austrian Airlines will relocate its corporate headquarters to the newly developed Office Park 4 NEXT at Vienna Airport, occupying approximately 12…
AI generatedHIH Invest and Saxovent Renewables Cooperate for Integrated Energy Solutions
HIH Invest Real Estate and Saxovent Renewables GmbH & Co. KG are pooling their expertise to intensify the implementation of renewable energies in existing re…
AI generatedNew Letting on Frankfurt's Kaiserstraße: go Asia Secures 600 sqm Retail Space
Frankfurt's renowned Kaiserstraße is seeing a significant new letting, with the Asian supermarket chain go Asia taking a 600 sqm unit.
AI generatedRegulatory Classification of DF Deutsche Finance Investment GmbH
As an investment management company, DF Deutsche Finance Investment GmbH is subject to continuous supervision by the German Federal Financial Supervisory Aut…
AI generatedZIF Immobilien Direkt Schweiz: Positive Annual Results and Planned Capital Increase
The real estate fund «ZIF Immobilien Direkt Schweiz» reports a successful financial year 2025/2026 with significant increases in income and a planned capital…
AI generatedDC Waterline: Expansion of Food Hall Offerings in Vienna-Donaustadt
The food hall at DC Waterline in Vienna-Donaustadt is expanding its offerings with two new concepts, which will invigorate the district on the New Danube and…
AI generatedReform of EU Public Procurement Law: Focus on Quality and Fair Competition
The European Commission has presented a proposal to reform European public procurement law, which aims to simplify, increase flexibility, and strengthen the…
AI generatedPlanon Appoints Clarinda Dobbelaar as Chief Marketing Officer
Planon, a leading provider in intelligent and sustainable building management, has appointed Clarinda Dobbelaar as its new Chief Marketing Officer.
AI generatedUBM launches sales for "Charlie": Former chocolate factory becomes residential quarter in Munich-Altperlach
UBM Development Deutschland GmbH is transforming a former production site in Munich-Altperlach into a residential quarter with 106 housing units, with sales…
AI generatedAscott significantly expands presence in Vietnam
The Ascott Limited has signed management agreements for nine new properties in Vietnam, growing the company's portfolio by over 30 percent to approximately 1…
AI generatedFinalists for the International High-Rise Award announced
The jury of the International High-Rise Award (IHP) has announced five finalists spanning four continents.
AI generatedReal estate industry invests in digitalisation, resilience remains a strategic challenge
A current study by ZIA and EY Parthenon sheds light on the progress of digitalisation in the real estate industry and identifies the need to more actively ma…
AI generatedIgor Christian Bugarski Becomes Shareholder of ARUXIA GmbH
Igor Christian Bugarski is investing his own capital and his expertise in real estate transactions and the development of existing properties as a new shareh…