Mar 26, 2025 - ACROSS

GRANTHAM DESIGNER OUTLET VILLAGE: HIGH POTENTIAL DESPITE A SATURATED MARKET

With approximately 38 outlets, the UK is already one of the most saturated markets. So why do we think there is a need for a 39th? Giles Membrey, Managing Director of Rioja Estates Ltd, explains why his next project, Grantham Designer Outlet Village, will follow his company’s very successful blueprint for Malmö Designer Village.

“OUTLETS ARE A CRUCIAL PART OF THE BRAND’S DISTRIBUTION STRATEGIES”

Few sectors of retail real estate offer such interesting and exciting opportunities for a retailer or brand, coupled with year on year growth as the outlet sector does. It continues to evolve, across the globe, at differing speeds depending on region or country, but with consumers keen to enjoy the benefits it offers. While outlets remain crucial to brand distribution strategies, operators and retailers face opportunities and challenges as consumer behaviors shift.

THE HYBRIDIZATION OF OUTLET SCHEMES IS IN FULL SWING

«The goal is to offer facilities to transform outlet centers as “living centers” or “places of life” and to drive footfall, especially during all the week, » states Caroline Lamy, CEO of Magdus. In this interview, she gives an overview of the European Outlet market. This means that pure retail offers in outlets should also be combined with F&B and leisure offers, residential or health services offers – if it makes sense.

Special Issue “European Outlet Update March 2025”

We present our Online Special “European Outlet Update March 2025”.

ALEXA In Berlin Benefits From Rising International Visitor Numbers

The 2025 travel season is picking up speed and the ALEXA at Berlin’s Alexanderplatz is already seeing a significant increase in international visitors. The shopping center, which is owned by Union Investment and managed by Sonae Sierra is benefiting greatly from the ongoing recovery in Berlin tourism after the pandemic. With targeted concepts for national and international guests, ALEXA is consolidating its position as a premium destination at Alexanderplatz.

Nordic Real Estate Forum 2025 Explores Technology-Driven Sustainability Solutions

The Nordic Real Estate Forum 2025, held March 20 in Tallinn under the theme “New Normal in Real Estate,” examined the critical intersection of technology and sustainability in commercial real estate. Key discussions revolved around geopolitical uncertainties, infl ation, and shifting investment strategies, but one theme stood out across panels: technology’s role in enabling ESG compliance and operational efficiency.

Decathlon Takes Over GALERIA Spaces At Several Locations

The multisports specialist Decathlon and the department store chain GALERIA announced a strategic cooperation that aims to change the retail sector in Germany in the long term. As part of this cooperation, Decathlon is opening new stores at several GALERIA locations throughout Germany.

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March 26, 2025

GRANTHAM DESIGNER OUTLET VILLAGE: HIGH POTENTIAL DESPITE A SATURATED MARKET

“OUTLETS ARE A CRUCIAL PART OF THE BRAND’S DISTRIBUTION STRATEGIES”

THE HYBRIDIZATION OF OUTLET SCHEMES IS IN FULL SWING

Special Issue “European Outlet Update March 2025”

ALEXA In Berlin Benefits From Rising International Visitor Numbers

Nordic Real Estate Forum 2025 Explores Technology-Driven Sustainability Solutions

Decathlon Takes Over GALERIA Spaces At Several Locations

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