GARBE Industrial, one of the leading developers and managers of industrial and logistics spaces, has entered into a partnership with Fortress Real Estate Investments, one of the largest investment funds in South Africa, with operations in Central and Eastern Europe. The two companies have signed their first joint venture for the development of a logistics center with a 61,000 sq m GLA in Bucharest, Romania.
The Central and Eastern European (CEE) real estate market is brimming with investment potential, yet the quest for truly suitable properties remains a key challenge. For businesses seeking office or warehouse space, this dynamic environment, shaped by geopolitical shifts and technological advancements, offers both complexity and opportunity, particularly as market professionalism rises.
A significant transaction in Bucharest's industrial and logistics sector sees Terranova Logistic Park in northern Bucharest acquired by local investors, signaling continued growth and presenting new opportunities for businesses seeking prime office and warehouse space in a rapidly expanding market. The transaction was brokered by Cushman & Wakefield Echinox.
The first eleven months of 2025 have shown robust growth in Romania's construction industry, with significant increases in new builds and non-residential projects. This thriving sector signals expanding opportunities for businesses seeking modern office or warehouse spaces across the country.
MLP Group has significantly bolstered its financial capacity, securing EUR 350 million to fuel its ambitious expansion across key European markets. This move signals a robust future for businesses seeking prime logistics and industrial real estate, with increased availability and strategic locations on the horizon.
In 2025, the total volume of investments in commercial properties in Romania reached 579.4 million euro, according to a study conducted by Fortim Trusted Advisors, an alliance member of the BNP Paribas Real Estate.
Romanian investors held the largest share of total invested capital, accounting for 34% of transaction value, 193 million euro.
Businesses seeking office or warehouse space should prepare for potential rental price increases starting January 1, 2026. A new carbon tax, targeting imported raw materials, is set to significantly drive up construction costs, particularly for industrial and logistics properties across the EU, with implications for the entire commercial real estate market.
Leading real estate investors in Romania anticipate rental growth throughout 2026, particularly for office spaces, while demand for new industrial and logistics facilities shows signs of consolidation. This outlook presents key insights for businesses evaluating their expansion or relocation strategies within the dynamic Romanian market, according to Cushman & Wakefield Echinox.
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