EuropaProperty successfully hosted its 14th annual CEE Investment Awards at the prestigious Intercontinental Hotel in Warsaw, Poland. The event gathered around 350 senior professionals from the European and Central European real estate industry, underscoring the importance and prestige of these awards within the investment sector. The ceremony celebrated standout achievements across various real estate segments, with Solida Capital Europe emerging as the biggest winner.
Solida Capital Europe Shines as Top Winner
This year, Solida Capital Europe took home an impressive four awards, winning in major categories like PBSA Developer, Investment Asset Management Firm, and the coveted Core Investor title. Highlighting its impact on the growing Purpose-Built Student Accommodation (PBSA), Solida Capital received widespread acclaim for its achievements, particularly in PBSA development and investment. Joao Saracho de Almeida, a key figure at Solida, was named Industry Professional of the Year, further solidifying the company’s standing in the industry.
Residential and PRS Developments Stand Out
The PBSA and PRS sectors gained significant recognition, with AFI Europe winning the PRS Developer of the Year award and Echo Investment Group being honoured as the Residential Developer of the Year. At the same time, Trei Real Estate’s Bacciarellego 54 project was awarded Residential Project of the Year, underscoring the dynamic growth in these segments. Resi4Rent’s Phase II of Wroclaw Jaworska was also celebrated as the PRS Development of the Year. The SOLEC 22 Zeitraum Student Housing by ZEITGEIST Asset Management won the PBSA Devlopment award. The Sky Tower complex in Wroclaw received the Retrofit/Refurbishment Award for its new observation deck.
Retail Sector on the Rise with Strategic Acquisitions
Retail investments witnessed notable activity. NEPI Rockcastle’s acquisition of Magnolia Park in Poland helped the firm win the Value add/Core + investor award. Star Capital’s substantial purchase of Cromwell’s retail portfolio in Poland was deemed one of the best investment deals. Acteeum Group and Equilis Europe’s sale of Silwana retail park to BIG Poland was also a popular winner. LCP Properties was named Retail Investor of the Year, while Trei Real Estate received the title of Retail Developer of the Year for its expanded development strategy. Trei’s Vendo Park in Konin was also recognized as the Retail Project of the Year.
The Warehouse Sector Remains a Strong Contender
In the warehouse sector, Panattoni claimed the Warehouse Developer of the Year title. Its BTS projects Hermes and H&M in Poland were honoured as the Warehouse Projects of the Year. The Zabka Property Fund earned the Warehouse Investor of the Year award, and Newport Logistics Fund was named Opportunistic Investor.
Office Developments Reflect High Standards Amidst Market Shifts
Office investments, though slower, continued to progress with high-quality developments. Ghelamco’s Vibe in Warsaw won Office Project of the Year, exemplifying top-tier Class A office space development. AFI Europe received the Office Investor of the Year title, while Skanska was recognized as Office Developer of the Year for its sustainable development approach. The company also won the Investment Deal of the Year prize for the sale of Studio B in Warsaw to Stena Real Estate.
Acknowledging Pioneers and Rising Stars
Several notable individuals and firms were acknowledged for their contributions and expertise. Jakub Szymanowski from Navimo was named Rising Star of the Year, and Julian Gikov from Raiffeisen Bank International AG took home the M&A Professional of the Year award. Raiffeisen Bank also received the M&A Advisory award. AXI Immo Group’s Founder and Managing Partner Renata Osiecka received a Lifetime Achievement award. AXI Immo Group was also named Agency of the Year.
Company Highlights and Sectoral Excellence
The awards recognized leaders across diverse sectors, including:
Trailblazer in Net Zero Impact Award: Diuna Office Complex – Poland
Agency (Ukraine): CBRE Ukraine
Professional Service Provider: Sierra Balmain
Architectural Firm: Tengo Design
Construction Firm: Kajima Poland
Project Management Firm: Gleeds Polska
Bank of the Year: pbb Deutsche Pfandbriefbank
Hotel Developer: Angel Poland Group
City of the Year: Poznan
Additional honours went to TPA Poland as Tax and Financial Adviser, workcloud24 for Proptech Innovation, and Dentons as Law Firm of the Year. The awards also showcased leading firms in the serviced offices sector with New Work, and LCP Properties as the top Property Management Firm.
Celebrating the Future with Visionary Projects
Looking toward the future, the awards acknowledged several exciting projects in the pipeline. The Future Project Mixed-Use award went to Towarowa 22 by AFI Europe and Echo Investment, while Brama Jury by Master Management Group was recognized as the Future Retail Project. In the warehouse category, GLP Warsaw VI Logistics Centre was highlighted as an upcoming development to watch.
As EuropaProperty closed the night, applause rang out for all the winners, marking the event as a cornerstone of excellence in European and Central European real estate. The foundation is now laid for another exceptional event next year, with an industry poised for continued growth and innovation.
Full list of Winners
Professional Service Provider
Sierra Balmain
Architectural Firm
Tengo Design
Construction Firm
Kajima Poland
Facility Management Firm
Strabag PFS
Serviced Offices Provider
New Work
Tax and Financial Adviser
TPA Poland
Proptech Innovation Provider
Workcloud24
Project Management Firm
Gleeds Polska
Property Management Firm
LCP Properties
Law Firm
Dentons
M&A Advisory Firm
Raiffeisen Bank International AG
Agency
AXI IMMO GROUP
Agency (Ukraine)
CBRE Ukraine
Bank
pbb Deutsche Pfandbriefbank
City
Poznan
Hotel Developer
Angel Poland Group
PBSA Developer
Solida Capital Europe
PRS Developer
AFI Europe
Residential Developer
Echo Investment Group
Retail Developer
Trei Real Estate Poland
Warehouse Developer
Panattoni
Office Developer
Skanska
Best BTS Project
H&M BTS – Panattoni – Poland
Future Project (Mixed-use)
Towarowa 22 – AFI Europe/ECHO Investment – Poland
Future Project (Retail)
Brama Jury – Master Management Group – Poland
Future Project (Warehouse)
GLP Warsaw VI Logistics Centre – GLP – Poland
Office Project
VIBE – Ghelamco – Poland
PBSA Development
SOLEC 22 Zeitraum Student Housing – ZEITGEIST Asset Management – Poland
PRS Project
Wroclaw Jaworska phase II – Resi4Rent – Poland
Residential Project
Bacciarellego 54 – Trei Real Estate – Poland
Retail Project
Vendo Park Konin – Trei Real Estate – Poland
Retrofit/Refurbishment Project
Sky Tower – Adventum Group – Poland
Trailblazer in Net Zero Impact Award
Diuna Office Complex – Poland
Warehouse Project
Hermes Fulfilment – Panattoni – Poland
Investment Deal €20-50 million
Acteeum Group and Equilis Europe sold Silwana retail park in Gorzów Wielkopolski to BIG Poland
Investment Deal €50-100 million
Skanska sold the Studio B office building in Warsaw to Stena Real Estate AB
Investment Deal €100 million plus
Cromwell Property Group sold six retail centres in Poland to Star Capital Finance
Asset Management Firm
Solida Capital Europe
Value add/core+
NEPI Rockcastle
Core Investor
Solida Capital Europe
Opportunistic Investor
Newport Logistics Fund
PBSA Investor
ZEITGEIST Asset Management
Office Investor
AFI Europe
Retail Investor
LCP Properties
Warehouse Investor
Zabka Property Fund
Rising Star
Jakub Szymanowski – Navimo
M&A Professional
Julian Gikov – Raiffeisen Bank International AG
Professional
Joao Saracho de Almeida – Solida Capital Europe
Lifetime Achievement Award
Renata Osiecka – AXI IMMO Group
EuropaProperty extends its sincere gratitude to the esteemed sponsors and partners who contributed to the successful execution of the 14th annual CEE Investment Awards. Their invaluable support underscores the event’s significance and impact across the Central and Eastern European real estate sectors.
Our Premier Partners—pbb Deutsche Pfandbriefbank, Solida Capital Europe, and Panattoni—played a crucial role in enabling us to recognize excellence within the investment and development sectors. We would also like to thank our CEE Flex Office Partner, New Work, for their contributions to advancing flexible office solutions across the region.
A special acknowledgement goes to our Award Sponsors: TPA Bakertilly, The Quest Group, Acteeum Group, Gleeds, AXI Immo, Raiffeisen Bank International, Blue Assets, Master Management Group (MMG), and CDDI, for supporting the evening’s individual and corporate award presentations.
We are also grateful for our Corporate Table Partners—LCP Properties, Sierra Balmain, TREI Real Estate, and Kajima—whose presence and backing helped to elevate the event.
Our ESG Partner, workcloud24, contributed to highlighting sustainable and innovative practices in the industry, while our official Auditor, EY, ensured the integrity of the awards selection process.
Additionally, we would like to recognize Supporting Partners GRI Club and Partner Rising Star Galatyka Nieruchomości for their engagement and contributions. Our Industry Partner, Belgium Days 2024, and Venue Partner, Intercontinental Hotel Warsaw, provided essential support in creating a memorable event experience.
EuropaProperty thanks each of these valued sponsors and partners for their role in making the CEE Investment Awards a resounding success and for their commitment to excellence in the real estate industry.
