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QT Real Estate has divested a portfolio of 33 light‑industrial sites covering 144,000 m² in Eastern Sweden, following the October sale of a 10,000 m² asset in Southern Sweden. The assets, grouped into a high‑quality industrial portfolio, have delivered affordable rental rates for SMEs in rapidly expanding industrial hubs near major Swedish cities. The sale was triggered by successful value‑creation initiatives—targeted property upgrades and a diversified tenant mix—that secured stable, long‑term cash flows.
The transaction, executed by EQT Real Estate II Fund, transferred the 33‑property portfolio to Brookfield through its private Real Estate Solutions strategy, and an additional property was sold to ICA Fastigheter. The assets are located in suburban areas adjacent to growing university towns; the ICA Fastigheter property sits in Trelleborg. Together, the holdings span roughly 154,000 m² and include warehousing, logistics, production facilities, and car dealerships.
EQT’s strategy of consolidating individual sites into a modern, high‑quality industrial portfolio has yielded affordable, contemporary spaces for tenants—primarily Swedish SMEs, complemented by established firms. By filling vacancies, renegotiating short‑term leases, and undertaking selective development projects, the portfolio achieved long‑term occupancy stability, robust cash flow, and significant value appreciation. Broadgate Asset Management served as partner and operating manager.
Olivier Astruc, Managing Director at EQT Real Estate, noted: “Our thesis for Swedish light‑industrial assets has proven successful. Growth in strategically chosen cities near logistics and industrial sub‑markets has underpinned performance. We have built a high‑quality portfolio, enhanced it by focusing on occupier needs, and are pleased to hand it to an owner who will continue its growth.”
Advisors on the deal included CBRE (commercial), Schjødt (legal), EY (financial), and Tjuren (technical).
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About EQT Real Estate: EQT is a purpose‑driven global investment firm with €267 bn in assets under management (EUR 139 bn fee‑generating) as of 30 Sep 2025, split between Private Capital and Real Assets. EQT Real Estate acquires, develops, leases, and manages logistics and residential properties worldwide. It manages about $58 bn in GAV, owns and operates over 2,000 properties and 400 million ft², supported by more than 400 professionals across 50 locations. More info: www.eqtgroup.com. Follow EQT Real Estate on LinkedIn.
