Across global markets, developers are increasingly reassessing the traditional project delivery model. Instead of relying on general contractors, some are building their own in-house construction teams and taking direct control over project execution.
The industrial and logistics real estate market in Europe and Central Europe entered Q1 2026 with relatively stable demand, but also with subdued investment activity. Although investment volumes in certain segments of industrial real estate have slowed, rental levels and valuations of high-quality logistics assets remain elevated.
FM Logistic has announced that its greenhouse gas emission reduction targets for 2030 have been officially validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). This validation confirms that the company’s climate strategy is aligned with the goals of the Paris Agreement and the global pathway to limiting warming to 1.5°C.
Warehouse automation is expected to accelerate significantly over the next decade, with up to 50% of modern logistics facilities worldwide incorporating some form of automation by 2035, according to the latest research from Prologis. The findings highlight how technology is reshaping warehouse operations and increasing demand for modern, automation-ready logistics real estate.
DHL Supply Chain has announced the construction of a new European Battery Logistics Hub in Holtum, located in the Dutch province of Limburg. The project represents a significant investment in the rapidly growing electric mobility and energy storage sectors and will further strengthen the region's position as a key logistics gateway in Europe.
German chemical group Wacker has officially taken over a newly completed production facility in Karlovy Vary, Czech Republic. The modern industrial complex, part of the Panattoni Business Park Bohatice, offers approximately 25,000 m² of space and is expected to create up to 200 new jobs once fully operational. (systemylogistiky.cz)
The Czech industrial and logistics real estate market continues to expand. During the first quarter of 2026, more than 300,000 m² of new industrial space was completed, confirming ongoing developer activity and stable tenant demand across the market.
Logistics operator Rohlig SUUS Logistics continues its international expansion and has officially opened a new branch in Uzbekistan. With this step, the company strengthens its position in Central Asia — a region that is becoming increasingly important within global supply chains.
