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DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION IN RETAIL: HOW WILL TRADITIONAL STORES REMAIN RELEVANT?

February 19, 2025

Opportunities for mutual growth and improvement are made possible by data sharing with tenants at shopping centers or multi-retailer locations, states Uroš Blagojević, Property Management Director at MPC Properties. Retailers and their tenants can synchronize strategies and develop complementary offers by sharing insights, such as aggregate customer demographics, peak shopping times, and purchase trends.

DATA SHARING – THE CURRENCY OF TRUST IN COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE

February 19, 2025

Shopping centers have evolved beyond physical spaces into dynamic digital ecosystems where every interaction generates valuable insights. The challenge isn’t just collecting data—it’s about using it responsibly to drive tenant success, states Jean Carlos Delgado, the Brand and Marketing Director of HyperIn. In this guest article, he explains the benefits and conditions of data sharing on the B2B and B2C levels and why trust is most important in all aspects.

“RETAIL REAL ESTATE WILL REMAIN A SIGNIFICANT PORTFOLIO COMPONENT OF FINANCIAL INVESTORS”

February 18, 2025

Retail real estate is back on the menu and continues to qualify as a significant portfolio component in the portfolios of institutional real estate investors, says Steffen Hofmann, Managing Partner at ambas. Even very large assets have proven eligible for transactions in the challenging investment market environment. Therefore, he is rather optimistic about the upcoming months. In this interview, he takes a look at the 2025 investment market.

“THERE IS A VIABLE SOLUTION FOR EVERY PROPERTY”

February 18, 2025

In an interview with ACROSS, Joachim Stumpf, Managing Director of BBE Holding and IPH Handelsimmobilien, analyzes the role of retail real estate in light of the current economic and social situation. His conclusion: “Advancing polarization is a key issue when it comes to discussing what options we have to counter the transformation in retail. Against that backdrop, we also need to rethink retail and locations. Despite all of the challenges, good and individual types of use can be found for all properties – but getting there can be painful.”

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February 18, 2025

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MK Illumination Continues To Grow Despite Global Challenges

February 17, 2025

Despite challenging conditions and rising costs, MK Illumination closed out 2024 with projected revenues of 168 million euros, up by 3 million against the previous year, and plans further expansion on three continents in 2025.

Place Of The Week: Italie Deux

February 17, 2025

Italie Deux, acquired by Ingka Centres in 2023, is one of the largest retail-led mixed-use destinations in Paris, France. With its acquisition, Ingka Centres aims to create hotspot that serves as a new meeting place for the neighboring community.

OUTLOOK 2025: “THE CHALLENGE IS TO MEET CUSTOMERS WHERE THEY ARE—ON THEIR SCREENS, IN THEIR HOMES, AND AT THEIR CONVENIENCE.”

February 14, 2025

“The heart of placemaking now lies in forging meaningful digital connections on a larger scale,” states Ben Chesser, CEO of Coniq, and Member of the ACROSS Advisory Board, in ACROSS Magazine’s new “Outlook 2025”.

OUTLOOK 2025: “STRATEGIC ALIGNMENT WITH POST-PANDEMIC TRENDS CAN DRIVE SUCCESS, FOSTER RESILIENCE, AND CREATE A COMPETITIVE EDGE.”

February 13, 2025

“Promote authenticity through placemaking, drive innovation for a competitive advantage, and build resilience with sustainability and risk strategies,” states Jovana Cvetković, Development, TO and Innovations Director at MPC Properties, in ACROSS Magazine’s new “Outlook 2025”.

OUTLOOK 2025: “OUTLET CENTERS WILL CONTINUE TO OUTPERFORM FULL-PRICE RETAIL IF THEY KEEP EMBRACING INITIATIVES THAT SHIFT THE FOCUS FROM DISCOUNT-DRIVEN TO EXPERIENTIAL, GUEST-FOCUSED EXPERIENCES.”

February 12, 2025

“To drive success in the outlet shopping industry, focusing on the guest experience is paramount,” shares Otto Ambagtsheer, CEO of VIA Outlets, and Member of the ACROSS Advisory Board, in ACROSS Magazine’s new “Outlook 2025”.

Ingka Centres: Retail Is and Will Be the Core of What We Do!

February 12, 2025

“We are a growth-minded company,” states Vasco Santos, Global Sales & Leasing Director at Ingka Centres. The Scandinavian-rooted, globally active company operates in Europe, China, the US, and is establishing its presence in India. Its main goal is to create meeting places that go beyond shopping and provide real, meaningful value to the community. Despite the company’s success, especially in China, Santos expresses its continuous commitment and appetite for the European market but also stresses that the local market can learn a lot from international examples.

OUTLOOK 2025: “THE SHARPER THE FOCUS THE WIDER THE APPEAL.”

February 11, 2025

“Make Disruption your best friend and Focus your main purpose,” says Henrik Madsen, Founder of HMJ International, and Member of the ACROSS Advisory Board, in ACROSS Magazine’s new “Outlook 2025”.

Place Of The Week: Gesundbrunnen-Center Berlin

February 10, 2025

Gesundbrunnen-Center in Berlin, Germany, offers everything under one roof. With the recently announced expansion of the mixed-use shopping destination, the center further cements itself as an outstanding highlight of the German capital’s retail and office offer.

OUTLOOK 2025: “THE KEY CHALLENGE IS TO REDEFINE GROWTH: NOT IN SQUARE METERS, BUT IN ADDED VALUE.”

February 10, 2025

“Brick-and-mortar retail’s success hinges on its ability to evolve and leverage the strengths of physical shopping,” shares Silvio Kirchmair, CEO of umdasch The Store Makers, and Member of the ACROSS Advisory Board, in ACROSS Magazine’s new “Outlook 2025”.

TRINITY CAPITAL BULGARIA: “WE ARE DEVELOPING NOT ONLY AN OUTLET, BUT A POWER-SHOPPING DESTINATION”

February 9, 2025

Trinity Capital is one of Bulgaria’s most prominent developers and owners of retail real estate. After developing retail parks and acquiring shopping centers, the company is now entering the market for designer outlets and planning Bulgaria’s first outlet village in Sofia, which will be in the direct vicinity of the largest retail park in the Balkans, which belongs to Trinity as well. Stoyan Kolev, CEO of Trinity Capital, explains why Bulgaria is ready for an outlet, his plans for the location, why the combination of outlet and retail park makes sense, and why entertainment and gastronomy are essential keys to more footfall.

OUTLOOK 2025: “WE HAVE LOST THE ABILITY TO CONNECT WITH PEOPLE AND MAKE THEM FEEL WELCOME.”

February 7, 2025

“We must move away from a “transactional” mindset to one of making people “feel welcome”,” says Chris Igwe, Global Retail Expert, and Member of the ACROSS Advisory Board, in ACROSS Magazine’s new “Outlook 2025”.

Shopping Center Gift Cards: Personalization Meets Profitability

February 6, 2025

Jurij Triller is the CEO of Smart Octopus Solutions. Together with a co-founder, he has developed a smart gift card solution that offers a closed loop to customers and partners, unlike comparable products. He talks to ACROSS about the advantages of being independent from a major player like Visa or Mastercard, what data insights he can ensure as a result, and why personalization and customization are key.

OUTLOOK 2025: “ONLY BRANDS THAT MAINTAIN A CLEAR, COMPELLING IDENTITY WILL STAND OUT.”

February 5, 2025

“The industry must embrace creativity and innovation, ensuring every offering delivers something distinctive and exciting,” says Roger Goyk, Director Retail at Brookfield Properties Germany, and Member of the ACROSS Advisory Board, in ACROSS Magazine’s new “Outlook 2025”.

OUTLOOK 2025: “THE ONGOING EVOLUTION OF CONSUMER BEHAVIOR AND TENANT DEMANDS WILL NECESSITATE A PROACTIVE MANAGEMENT STYLE.”

February 4, 2025

“The overarching shift toward increased uncertainty in today’s economic and political landscape may also encourage a more hands-on approach for our retail assets,” shares Angelus Bernreuther, Head of Business Development at DEFAMA, and Member of the ACROSS Advisory Board, in ACROSS Magazine’s new “Outlook 2025”.

ECE To Develop Gesundbrunnen Shopping Center Into A Mixed-Use Location

February 4, 2025

ECE is investing in the further development and value enhancement of the shopping center Gesundbrunnen Center Berlin and is expanding the property into a mixed-use location.

OUTLOOK 2025: “THERE NEEDS TO BE MORE COLLABORATION AND UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN BRANDS AND INVESTORS.”

February 3, 2025

“We need to see more collaboration between brands, investors, developers and agents,” says Giles Membrey, Managing Director of Rioja Estates, and Member of the ACROSS Advisory Board, in ACROSS Magazine’s new “Outlook 2025”.

OUTLOOK 2025: “WE NEED TO REMAIN HIGHLY FOCUSSED TO SUPPORT THE MOMENTUM WE SEE IN OUR MARKETS.”

January 31, 2025

“Investor sentiment has improved towards core assets, which have adapted and thrived post-pandemic and in the face of the competitive challenge of ecommerce,” says Marek Noetzel, COO at NEPI Rockcastle, in ACROSS Magazine’s new “Outlook 2025”.

OUTLOOK 2025: “THE INDUSTRY MUST EMBRACE ADAPTIVE PLACEMAKING, LEVERAGING REAL-TIME DATA AND USER FEEDBACK TO ENSURE SPACES REMAIN RELEVANT AND FUNCTIONAL.”

January 30, 2025

“As the boundaries between physical and digital spaces blur, placemaking must fully embrace hybrid models,” says Markus Porvari, Founder and CEO of HyperIn, and Member of the ACROSS Advisory Board, in ACROSS Magazine’s new “Outlook 2025”.

In 2024, ALEXA Berlin Confirmed Its Leading Position In The German Retail Market And Plans To Further Sharpen Its Profile As A Trend Center

January 30, 2025

The ALEXA shopping and leisure center in Berlin-Mitte can look back on an extremely positive 2024. The center, which is owned by Union Investment and managed by Sonae Sierra, was able to further expand its position as one of the most attractive retail locations in Germany with 17 new leases and 18 lease extensions and was named Germany’s best inner-city center. Further optimizations are planned for 2025.

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