Real estate transaction volumes in 2018 were the strongest on record reaching US$1.75 trillion; a 4% year-on-year (y/y) growth and surpassing previous highs of US$1.68 trillion in 2017, according to new data from global real estate services firm Cushman & Wakefield. Celý článek

Multi Corporation and GEMO HOLDING have sold the Forum Poprad shopping centre in Poprad, Slovakia. The asset has been acquired by the real estate fund of ZFP Investments and MAT Corporation, part of the DBK group. The sellers have been advised by the real estate services provider Cushman & Wakefield. The transaction closed on 7^th December 2018. Celý článek

In the first three quarters of 2018 the total investment volume in six CEE countries (Poland, the Czech Republic, Slovakia, Hungary, Romania and Russia) reached EUR 8.9bn. The CEE investment market is still very attractive to institutional investors, a shortage of prime product being the biggest challenge. Investment activity in Poland exceeded the value recorded for the whole of 2017 and is expected to reach a record high of EUR 6bn by the year’s end. Celý článek

Colliers International announced today it has agreed to consolidate its business in the Czech Republic with the THREESIXTY Agency, bringing to Colliers their extensive pipeline of deals, relationships and successful track record. Celý článek

Cobots are not meant to replace humans, but instead are designed to help by making activities easier or faster. How are humans and cobots currently working together? Celý článek

When FachPack, the European trade fair for packaging, processing and technology, opens its doors again for three days on 25 September 2018, 1,500 exhibitors will be waiting to present their products and innovations to industry professionals in the exhibition halls in Nuremberg. Celý článek

Third time in a row Cushman & Wakefield was named the CEE Retail & Leisure Agency Firm of the Year at the 2018 CEE Quality Awards. Celý článek

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Cushman & Wakefield, a leading global real estate services firm, has signed an exclusive arrangement with CBS International as its affiliate in Serbia and Montenegro. Celý článek

Smurfit Kappa is installing a revolutionary new industrial-scale HP PageWide C500 digital press for corrugated printing which will provide greater customisation and flexibility for customers. Celý článek

Prologis, Inc., the global leader in logistics real estate, today announced a successful pilot with Platio, a Hungarian start-up that provides aesthetic and space-saving renewable energy systems by integrating high-performance solar cells into sidewalk paving elements made of recycled plastic.  Celý článek

A huge increase in urban logistics property space is required across key centers across Europe in the next few years to meet the exponential growth of eCommerce and the resultant need for last mile delivery in cities, according to a new research report from Cushman & Wakefield. Celý článek

Prologis announced the sale of Prologis Park Galanta-Gan in Slovakia to CNIC Corporation Limited (“CNIC”). Celý článek

The Quadrio shopping centre will open its first floor in an entirely new livery in September with a floor area of approximately 3 500 sq m and six new restaurant concepts on offer. In addition to Vapiano and Creperie that opened on 1 August, these will also include Spicymama, Loving Hut or Bombay Express. Cushman & Wakefield facilitated the lease of the space. Celý článek

Prologis, Inc. announced that NAY, the largest specialized retailer of electronics in the Slovak Republic, has signed a new lease agreement totaling 7,800 square metres at Prologis Park Bratislava. In order to operate from one facility, NAY will relocate to Building 4 from Building 6, increasing the total leased area to 27,600 square metres of logistics and office space. Celý článek

Soyuz, based in Moscow, produces corrugated packaging for a range of sectors and has approximately 300 employees. Celý článek

Prologis, Inc. announced it has secured a 146,500 square metre lease with longstanding customer Tesco Stores Slovakia at Prologis Park Galanta-Gáň. Celý článek

During the first half of 2017, the company signed leases and renewals on 2.4 million square metres and started construction on 13 buildings totaling 393,455 square metres. Celý článek

‘Outstanding’ rating confirms Prologis as pioneer in sustainable, energy-efficient logistics real estate. Celý článek

UPS and SF Holding, the parent company of SF Express, today announced plans to establish a joint venture and collaborate to develop and provide international delivery services initially from China to the US, with expansion plans for other destinations. Celý článek

The Industrial Research Forum is pleased to announce the final Industrial Market figures for Q1 2017. Celý článek

The Czech Republic received almost two-thirds of the total real estate investment in Central and Eastern Europe based on the preliminary Q1 2017 figures, according to the CEE Real Estate Investment Compass 2017 report compiled by Colliers International and CMS. Celý článek

Arcona Capital, a leading independent manager of property funds in the markets of Central Europe, has announced that its Arcona Property Fund is on course to complete the acquisition from RECE of a portfolio of 11 neighbourhood shopping centres in Poland for €25.9 million. Celý článek

Colliers International today released its Q3 retail market report for the Czech Republic, which confirms that only two shopping centres will be completed in 2016 due to the slow-down of construction activity in response to a perceived market saturation in current economic environment. The report also states that there are signs of new entrant demand which do not match suitable space availability. Celý článek

MAKRO is starting a tradition—a tradition of celebrating the people who run their own businesses day in and day out—the individuals who style our hair just right, brew our favourite morning coffee, and make us feel at home in our communities. Celý článek

Colliers International today released its Q2 2016 Market Overview for the Czech Republic. The report, which covers the investment, office, and industrial markets in Prague and throughout the Czech Republic, provides both summaries and analyses of developments in the last quarter, and also looks ahead to the future. Celý článek

The  trade show for consumer electronics and home appliances, IFA – it takes place from 2 to 7 September 2016 at the Berlin Exhibition Grounds (ExpoCenter City) – is again fully booked, and in 2016 again sees encouraging growth in both visitor numbers and the exhibition area. With the greatest variety of products to date – from TV, audio and smart home, to smartphones, wearables, 3D printing, automotive, robotics, telecommunications and IT, from electrical wholesale to small appliances – the various trends covered by IFA offer an exciting range of innovations, services and applications.
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In its ongoing quest to speed up delivery, the mother of all online retailers has unveiled its first „Prime Air“ branded delivery plane, a Boeing 767-300 that has been converted into a freighter, named Amazon One. Celý článek

Prologis, Inc. (NYSE: PLD), the global leader in logistics real estate announced its second quarter activity in Central and Eastern Europe (CEE). Celý článek

Balanced representation of industries and companies in different stages of development promises a very interesting discussion about managing of brands. Prague 21st July, 2016:  Brand Management 2016 will take place on September21 and will target on how to create and further develop an irresistible brand. In addition to the international star- the keynote speaker Ken Segall, who closely collaborated with Steve Jobs, there will be a number of local managers and experts in the program. Celý článek

A few weeks ago Ken Segall has published his new book „Think Simple – How smart leaders defeat complexity“. By the end of September the book will appear also in the Czech translation. Ken will personally come to Prague to present the key ideas of the book at Brand Management conference on September 21, 2016. Celý článek

The Czech real estate group Accolade is investing in expanding the industrial zone in Lublin, Poland, where as much as 73,500 square metres of industrial area will gradually become available. The first phase of building the industrial zone is almost completed. Tenants operating in the manufacturing and logistics industries have leased almost 20,000 square metres of newly built prime industrial area. The Polish mBank has committed to provide a credit facility of up to EUR 28 million. Celý článek

For the first time ever, OEMs and manufacturers will be able to present their portfolios of components, products, and latest technologies outside the ExpoCenter City main exhibition grounds – at IFA Global Markets at Station Berlin. Celý článek

Tesco is to open a major new distribution hub in Poland, ending speculation the grocer was gearing up to abandon the Eastern European market, British newspaper the Telegraph said.

The new center will be located in Poznań and will be Tesco’s main warehouse for the region, servicing 140 of its stores from September. Celý článek

Wal-Mart Stores Inc. is working with a robotics company to develop a shopping cart that helps customers find items on their lists and saves them from pushing a heavy cart through a sprawling store and parking lot, according to a person familiar with the matter. Celý článek

Carrefour Poland has opened its first Premium Market to improve the customer experience and provide a tailored offering and innovative services to customers. Celý článek

Amazon has started to deliver fresh food in Berlin and indicated that it will extend its service to other major cities. Celý článek

In Cairo, Macfrut launches three proposals. Firstly, it re-launches Mac Fruit Attraction, expanding the project to another two strategic areas for the sector: South America and Asia. Celý článek

Robust growth in the property markets across Central and Northern Europe has encouraged the continental European operation of Palmer Capital to change its shareholder structure and rebrand as Arcona Capital. This new entity aims to deliver flexible and targeted services for its clients in the region. Celý článek

Metro Group’s management board has announced plans for a ‘demerger’ that would split its wholesale and food business and its consumer-electronics business into two separate entities. Celý článek

Wal-Mart recently signed a strategic cooperation memorandum with the southern Chinese municipal government of Dongguan to build eight new stores and a logistics distribution center that will cover the entire South China region in the city. Celý článek

Prologis, Inc., the global leader in industrial real estate, today announced the launch of new research, revealing the top logistics locations in Central and Eastern Europe (CEE) for occupiers. Celý článek

Palmer Capital Continental Europe has completed the acquisition of a portfolio of eight Albert-anchored hypermarket centres and two associated retail parks in the Czech Republic for the Lighthouse vehicle, one of its nine managed investment funds and vehicles. Celý článek

A new patent awarded to Google today suggests that the search giant is looking into developing self-driving delivery trucks, just as Amazon readies its autonomous delivery drone fleet. Celý článek

Wearable technology will significantly impact the supermarket supply-chain industry in 2016, as products such as smart watches and head-mounted displays become more advanced and widespread. Celý článek

Prologis, Inc., the global leader in industrial real estate, today announced it will expand the distribution space for Pepco, a leading clothing and housewares retailer. Celý článek

PepsiCo Inc. and German dairy giant Theo Muller Group ended production Thursday at a western New York yogurt plant that opened with much fanfare and state money in 2013, saying it didn’t meet expectations in a competitive and dynamic marketplace. Celý článek

A new report entitled European Retail & Logistics Insights – From Sheds to Shelves, by Colliers International has said that the future of drone deliveries may be at risk due to soaring property costs and calls from the European Commission for tighter regulation. Celý článek

The countdown has started for the first Consumer Electronics China (CE China). The show will open its doors from 20 to 22 April 2016 at the Shenzhen Convention and Exhibition Center and will be a premier opportunity for both Chinese and international brands to showcase their latest products – not just to consumers and retailers in China, but across Asia. Celý článek

Colliers International Group Inc. (NASDAQ: CIGI; TSX: CIG) today reported operating and financial results for its third quarter ended September 30, 2015. All amounts are in US dollars. Celý článek

Prologis, Inc. announced that four of its recently-completed facilities around the Czech capital have received sustainability assessments, according to the BREEAM environmental rating system, including two “Excellent” ratings – the highest and first ever in the Czech Republic. Celý článek

The Ahold-owned supermarket chain has announced the opening of a 100% self-scanning supermarket in Amsterdam, complete with hand scanners and checkout ‚Scan & Go‘. Celý článek

Interview with Retail Summit 2016 key note Prof. Kyle B. Murray.

In your new book, you focus on how the leading retailers create value for their customers. We are delighted that you’ll share details on that within Retail Summit 2016. Still, can you mention the core findings already at this point?

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The Swiss food giant is in advanced discussions with Britain’s R&R Ice Cream to merge its international ice cream business. The joint venture is valued at EUR 3 billion. Celý článek

The German discount chain has introduced a new store concept in Croatia and is continuing to expand its retail network in the country.  Celý článek

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The German discount powerhouse started testing a loyalty scheme in Scotland and has sent out 4m “smarter shopping” cards by direct mail, through newspapers and via its 90 Scottish stores. Celý článek

Africa’s largest food retailer, Shoprite, is opening a new store in the Town of Tete, Mozambique later this year. Property development company, Terrace Africa, confirmed Shoprite as their anchor tenant and indicated that the new shopping centre will also feature many other well-known retailers. Celý článek

The number of discount supermarkets in Italy has grown by over 60 % in the past decade, rising from 1,746 outlets to 4,581, which corresponds to a 11.4 % of total grocery sales. Market leaders are Eurospin, MD-LD Discount and Lidl.

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Primark sets date for US entry.  The British clothing retailer will launch its first American location in Boston on September 10, Celý článek

Mountain View, Calif. – Drone-based delivery may still be far from an everyday reality, but likely players including Google and Amazon are already thinking about traffic control. Celý článek

Prologis, Inc., the global leader in industrial real estate, today announced that Martin Baláž has been promoted to director of development and leasing for the Czech Republic and Slovakia. Celý článek

The Industrial Research Forum was established by CBRE, Colliers, DTZ and JLL with its aim to provide clients with consistent, accurate and transparent data about the Czech Republic industrial real estate market. Celý článek

Every year in February the international organic products movement gathers at BIOFACH, next time it will be from 10 to 13 February 2016.

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The Supply Chain Initiative (SCI) today announced that the number of companies signed up to its voluntary register has surpassed 1,000 registrations of national operating companies. Celý článek

Prologis, Inc., the global leader in industrial real estate, today announced it has acquired a distribution facility, comprising 28,000 square metres of leasable space, together with 14 hectares of surrounding development land known as Westgate Park Rudna from Europa Capital. Celý článek

Prologis, Inc., the global leader in industrial real estate, today announced new leasing agreements, totalling 7,401 square metres, at Prologis Park Prague-Rudna. Celý článek

At the 2015 edition of Macfrut, the Fruit & Veg Fantasy show will bring exhibitors and their innovations in contact with international buyers and journalists with talk shows, presentations and show cooking. Celý článek

From 24 to 26 November 2016 Bolzano’s exhibition centre will host the next Interpoma event, the biennial trade fair for the cultivation, storage and marketing of apples. Celý článek

The rise of the share of online retail sales in Europe from its current 5.7% to an estimated 20%+ creates challenges for landlords and developers in the retail sector,  as their ability to calculate and collect turnover rents may become increasingly problematic, according to Colliers in its report on retail in central and eastern Europe (CEE) – Tenuous Turnover: Implications of E-commerce Growth. Celý článek

An initial concerted action by the EPAL and UIC inspection companies, Bureau Veritas and SGS, took place on 27th May 2015 on the premises of a licensee of both organisations. The joint operation is the result of Celý článek

Colliers International research reveals EMEA retail investment volumes were up 94% to €19.1Bn (£13.9bn) during the first quarter of 2015 compared with Q1 2014, with expectations that total 2015 transactions will surpass the previous year’s total of €51.8bn (£37.7bn). Celý článek

Colliers International today released its newest Research & Forecast Report pertaining to Q1 2015 in the Czech Republic. The report, which covers the investment, office, and industrial markets in Prague and throughout the Czech Republic, provides both summaries and analyses of developments in the last quarter, and also looks ahead to the future. Celý článek

Prologis, Inc., the global leader in industrial real estate, today announced that it has signed a 28,830 square metre build-to-suit agreement in Prague with Globus. Celý článek