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ACROSS is the international and independent trade medium for placemaking in Europe. The magazine covers topics through the entire value chain of modern retail properties. Interviews and experts’ opinions are in the focus of the editorial coverage. The latest retail or development trends and news about the different markets, round out the magazine’s content. In addition ACROSS provides a multimedia

online platform, (www.across-magazine.com) since May 2015. ACROSS Mobile offers high-quality content with numerous extra features such as the ACROSS News Ticker, the ACROSS Job Platform, and ACROSS TV for all popular mobile devices. Readership & Circulation:
The magazine’s target audience are the opinion leaders in Europe’s retail real estate industry, such as project developers and operators, retail and expansion managers, institutional investors, international real estate agencies, facility and center managers, law firms and tax accountants, all service providers in the retail industry, political and governmental branch related authorities. ACROSS is published six times a year entirely in English with an exclusive circulation of 18,000 copies. The magazine is distributed in 42 countries all over Europe. Networking Partners:
ACROSS is media partner of the most important trade fairs, events or associations of the industry. Amongst others, ICSC, MIPIM, MAPIC,
EXPO REAL, Magdus, GRI, IREF, GCSC, SCSC, PRCH, Management Forum der Verlagsgruppe Handelsblatt, Heuer Dialog, EUREB Institute, Filipovic Business Advisory, etc.

The acquisition of Park Center Sofia, the first shopping center of western type to open in Bulgaria, by Trinity Capital ...
07/02/2025

The acquisition of Park Center Sofia, the first shopping center of western type to open in Bulgaria, by Trinity Capital and Hus OOD, has been finalized.



Park Center Sofia is a mid-sized, downtown, community center in the most affluent catchment area of Sofia, consisting of 2 underground levels and 4 above-ground levels, covering over 21,963 sq m GLA. Its tenant mix covers a wide range of well-established, renowned local and international brands, suc...

“We must move away from a “transactional” mindset to one of making people “feel welcome”,” says Chris Igwe, Global Retai...
07/02/2025

“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”.



By Chris Igwe We appear to have come to terms with accepting that there are fewer new projects being developed around the world, with the exception of a few regions, such as India. This means that owners are faced with the main challenge of how to repurpose existing spaces, both internal and externa...

Lifestyle Label Luis Trenker’s new store in Hamburg will open its doors together with the Überseequartier on April 8, 20...
06/02/2025

Lifestyle Label Luis Trenker’s new store in Hamburg will open its doors together with the Überseequartier on April 8, 2025.



“The opening of our store in the Westfield Center Hamburg is an important milestone in the Luis Trenker success story,” says Company founder and Managing Director Michi Klemera. Luis Trenker is occupying 130 sq m of retail space in the Westfield Hamburg-Überseequartier. With this new opening, t...

Nicole Römer will join Colliers Germany as Managing Director and Head of Retail starting July 1, 2025.
06/02/2025

Nicole Römer will join Colliers Germany as Managing Director and Head of Retail starting July 1, 2025.



With over 25 years of experience in the real estate industry and extensive expertise in letting and investment, she will strategically develop and strengthen our retail team. “With Nicole, we have made the ideal appointment for the overall management of our Retail division,” says Achim Degen, CE...

Jurij Triller is the CEO of Smart Octopus Solutions. Together with a co-founder, he has developed a smart gift card solu...
06/02/2025

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 dependent on a major player like Visa or Mastercard, what data insights he can ensure as a result, and why personalization and customization are key.



ACROSS: There are a growing number of gift card providers on the market. In a nutshell, what is the general benefit of gift cards for shopping centers? Jurij Triller: Firstly, gift cards carry significant emotional value. Gift cards allow people to express thoughtfulness when giving presents, while....

Link to our newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/across-magazine/eurocis-and-the-relevance-of-innovation-in-retail-non-food-di...
06/02/2025

Link to our newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/across-magazine/eurocis-and-the-relevance-of-innovation-in-retail-non-food-discounter-action-approaches-600-store-mark-in-germany

This week, we are glad to present two interviews focusing on the topic of innovation in the retail industry.

Jurij Triller, CEO of Smart Octopus Solutions - SOS, has developed, together with a co-founder, 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 dependent on a major player like Visa or Mastercard, what data insights he can ensure as a result, and why personalization and customization are key.

In Germany, EuroCIS - The Leading Trade Fair for Retail Technology promises pioneering innovations for the retail sector under the motto “Go Beyond Today”. In an interview, Elke Moebius, Director EuroCIS at Messe Düsseldorf GmbH, provides exciting insights into the focal points of this year’s event.

Also, 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. The mixed-use expansion of the shopping center will include, among others, a hotel use on the roof.

“The industry must embrace creativity and innovation, ensuring every offering delivers something distinctive and excitin...
05/02/2025

“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”.



By Roger Goyk Placemaking is always a challenge because there’s no one-size-fits-all solution. Each location demands a unique, carefully crafted strategy to transform it into a vibrant and memorable destination. Success depends on a deep understanding of the specific context, requiring significant...

Will Odwarka and Jonathan Doughty are among the most experienced F&B experts in the retail gastronomy scene in Europe. I...
05/02/2025

Will Odwarka and Jonathan Doughty are among the most experienced F&B experts in the retail gastronomy scene in Europe. In the 11th installment of the ACROSS Discuss series, they discuss the importance of competitive socializing in the F&B sector, and take a glimpse at renowned examples that showcase what a recipe for success looks like.



Two top industry professionals talk about the opportunities and challenges of retail gastronomy. Will Odwarka and Jonathan Doughty are among the most experienced F&B experts in the retail gastronomy scene in Europe. In the 11th installment of the ACROSS Discuss series, they discuss the importance of...

Evolve Estates, part of commercial property and investment collective M Core, has acquired Beaumont Leys, a successful c...
05/02/2025

Evolve Estates, part of commercial property and investment collective M Core, has acquired Beaumont Leys, a successful community shopping center in a high-growth suburb in Leicester. The 10-acre site is the dominant local retail offer within the area, serving a significant residential population of 670,000 people. The acquisition is a joint venture with M Core.



The shopping center has recently benefitted from significant capital investment, including developing a drive-through Starbucks, further boosted by B&M committing to the former Wilko unit on a 10-year lease. This community asset serves residents’ requirements for convenience shopping and Evolve wi...

EuroCIS 2025 in Düsseldorf promises pioneering innovations for the retail sector under the motto “Go Beyond Today”. The ...
05/02/2025

EuroCIS 2025 in Düsseldorf promises pioneering innovations for the retail sector under the motto “Go Beyond Today”. The focus will be on topics such as artificial intelligence, smart stores and cybersecurity in order to make the retail sector safer and more efficient. Visitors can look forward to the latest technologies, exciting presentations and international exhibitors. In an interview, Elke Moebius, Director EuroCis at Messe Düsseldorf GmbH, provides exciting insights into the focal points of this year’s event.



ACROSS: From February 18 to 20, 2025, the doors of Messe Düsseldorf will once again open for EuroCIS 2025 with this year’s title “Go Beyond Today”. What can visitors expect from it? Elke Moebius: EuroCIS is the platform for everyone who is actively shaping retail – whether from retail, whol...

“The overarching shift toward increased uncertainty in today’s economic and political landscape may also encourage a mor...
04/02/2025

“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”.



By Angelus Bernreuther The placemaking industry has encountered numerous challenges in recent years. However, unlike other asset classes such as offices, retail real estate has already adapted its business model to meet current conditions. The pandemic, in particular, has accelerated various trends....

ECE is investing in the further development and value enhancement of the shopping center Gesundbrunnen Center Berlin and...
04/02/2025

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 in cooperation with STAYERY.



The mixed-use expansion of the shopping center will include hotel use on the roof: an additional building section with a total of 162 design apartments is being built there, which will be operated by the serviced apartments brand STAYERY. The long-term lease contract for a period of 20 years was rec...

Across Asia, Visual Positioning System (VPS) technology utilizing augmented reality (AR) wayfinding is transforming how ...
04/02/2025

Across Asia, Visual Positioning System (VPS) technology utilizing augmented reality (AR) wayfinding is transforming how people navigate complex commercial spaces. From shopping malls and airports to mixed-use developments, digital navigation is evolving beyond static maps—offering real-time, interactive experiences through mobile devices.



By Jean Carlos Delgado At a bustling retail hub in Singapore, a visitor lifts their phone, scanning their surroundings. Instantly, AR-powered directions overlay onto their screen, guiding them seamlessly to their destination. As they move through the space, exclusive in-store and personalized proxim...

MEC, specialist for the management of retail properties, and, in particular, retail parks, let 135,000 sq m of retail sp...
04/02/2025

MEC, specialist for the management of retail properties, and, in particular, retail parks, let 135,000 sq m of retail space in 2024 and concluded 265 leases and contract extensions.



Even in a challenging market environment, the company succeeded in further developing its tenant and sector mix in a targeted manner and realizing sustainable follow-up lettings. The new and extended leases include agreements with Apollo, Woolworth, New Yorker, Primark, Bijou Brigitte, Siemes Schuhc...

Eurofund Group and Signal Capital Partners are bringing Müller as a new anchor tenant to the Rhein-Ruhr Zentrum in Mülhe...
03/02/2025

Eurofund Group and Signal Capital Partners are bringing Müller as a new anchor tenant to the Rhein-Ruhr Zentrum in Mülheim, Germany.



The Müller store is scheduled to open in the course of 2026 as part of the redesigned western entrance area. Covering an area of 2,400 square meters, the retailer will offer a comprehensive range of products including cosmetics, drugstore goods, stationery, toys and haberdashery. The owners of the ...

“We need to see more collaboration between brands, investors, developers and agents,” says Giles Membrey, Managing Direc...
03/02/2025

“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”.



By Giles Membrey The main challenges in 2025 will center on brand support and outlet saturation in Europe. One or two brands think they’ve actually got enough outlet stores to serve their surplus stock requirements in Europe, and with the current macro-political situation in Eastern Europe, making...

Non-food discounter Action opened 59 stores in Germany last year, and will soon reach 600 stores nationwide.
03/02/2025

Non-food discounter Action opened 59 stores in Germany last year, and will soon reach 600 stores nationwide.



As the latest financial results revealed overall net sales growing to 13.8 billion euros in 2024, up 21.7% from 2023, the company is moving forward with numerous expansion projects across Europe. In Germany, the 600th store is expected to open in the first half of the year. Further openings during t...

Following previous plans, fashion group Esprit is closing the last of its stores in Germany at the end of January. ...
31/01/2025

Following previous plans, fashion group Esprit is closing the last of its stores in Germany at the end of January.



Initially, all of the last 56 stores were to be closed by the end of November. However, just under 30 remained open longer to take advantage of the Christmas business. Esprit filed for insolvency for its European business in May 2024 due to insolvency and over-indebtedness. A buyer was not found. In...

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ACROSS MAGAZINE

THE EUROPEAN PLACEMAKING MAGAZINE

ACROSS is the international and independent trade medium for PLACEMAKING in Europe. The magazine covers topics throughout the entire value chain of modern mixed-use, retail property, high street, and PPP projects. ACROSS was established in 2008 as a trade journal for the retail real estate industry. This international publication has consistently evolved since then and now meets the thematic requirements and highlights the challenges of modern (retail) projects, with a clear focus on “placemaking”. When it comes to topic identification we adhere to our guiding principle: It is all about the formation of characteristic locations with an autonomous narrative and accessible identity, instead of creating “anonymous spaces”–interchangeable shells for specific and yet superficial purposes. The magazine’s editorial coverage focuses on interviews and experts’ opinions, the latest developments and trends in the retail sector including trends from the entertainment sector, gastronomy, and leisure, as well as news from individual markets.

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