Largest logistics investment in Poland in two years: 7R sells five assets for over €150 million to INVESTIKA Real Estate

7R, a developer of high-quality warehouses, has sold logistics facilities totaling 212,500 square meters across five Polish cities. The properties were acquired by INVESTIKA Real Estate Fund, one of the largest Czech open-ended real estate investment funds, acting jointly with its joint venture partner, BUD Holdings.  

This is the largest transaction in Poland’s logistics market in the past two years and the second largest in Central Europe. The sale includes 7R City Flex Kraków Airport I, 7R City Park Gdańsk Airport I, 7R Park Poznań West I, 7R Park Bydgoszcz I, and 7R Park Kielce—well-located, high-quality logistics and warehouse facilities spanning a total of 212,500 sqm. The facilities are fully customized to meet the needs of nearly thirty current tenants from diverse industries, including logistics, food, and fashion, with popular brands such as MyBOX, ROHLIG SUUS Logistics, LIDL, and Odyssey.

–The sale of our five high-quality logistics properties for over 150 million euros represents not only one of the most significant transactions in recent years but also a strategic milestone in 7R’s growth journey. “Thanks to our collaboration with INVESTIKA, a leading Czech investment fund manager, we have gained the opportunity to focus on new projects and drive innovative solutions in the warehouse sector. Our storage and manufacturing properties continue to attract strong interest from tenants and investors alike who recognize their long-term value,” says Chris Zeuner, co-CEO of 7R.

– This landmark transaction signals the clear market recovery we’ve all been anticipating. It validates our strategy that premium-quality assets will always attract capital, even in challenging markets. The strong investor interest we’ve seen underscores the enduring value of exceptional logistics developments, and we expect this momentum to accelerate through 2025 – says Magdalena Uler-Kłeczek, Head of Capital Markets at 7R.

– INVESTIKA Real Estate Fund has been successfully operating as an investor in the Polish real estate market since 2021, and I am delighted that—thanks to this acquisition—we have further strengthened our position in the largest and most robust market in Central and Eastern Europe. The portfolio of five logistics parks we have acquired from 7R consists of high-quality industrial properties, fully leased to well-known tenants from the manufacturing, logistics, retail, and e-commerce sectors. This acquisition will contribute to the sectoral rebalancing of the INVESTIKA Real Estate Fund’s portfolio and help achieve its long-term target return of 4–6% per annum for our investors,” says Petr Čížek, Chairman of the Board of Directors of INVESTIKA, the investment company that manages the INVESTIKA Real Estate Fund, an open-ended mutual fund.  

– In addition to our existing investments, primarily in office buildings, we have decided to focus on the logistics sector as well. We believe in the future value growth of this type of real estate, particularly when it comes to a high-quality product such as the 7R portfolio – added Paolo Panico, Director of BUD Holdings.

The transaction reflects 7R’s continued success in attracting top-tier investors to its portfolio of modern logistics facilities. Since 2023, other prominent buyers of 7R’s logistics parks have included P3 and GLP.

The Seller was advised by A&O Shearman. The Buyers were advised by Linklaters, Colliers, Avison Young, REALS, and CRIDO.

ABOUT 7R

7R is a well-established commercial real estate developer operating in Poland and the Czech Republic, specializing in high-quality, flexible warehouse solutions for lease. Serving a range of industries, 7R leverages its deep expertise to offer warehouse and industrial facilities, including customized built-to-suit (BTS) projects. Originally founded in Poland, the company’s portfolio includes large-scale logistics parks, small business units (SBUs), and 7R City Flex urban warehouses. With a track record of over 1.8 million square meters of completed projects and an additional 2.5 million square meters of gross leasable area (GLA) under development across Poland and the Czech Republic, 7R is positioned as a trusted, financially robust partner. Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) initiatives are fundamental to 7R’s approach, highlighted by the 7R Green Saver building standard that boosts energy efficiency and supports tenants in achieving sustainability goals. The Company is also committed to community engagement and upholding the highest standards of corporate governance. For more information, visit www.7rsa.pl

About INVESTIKA

INVESTIKA is a Czech investment company licensed by the Czech National Bank to manage and administer investment funds and provide investment services. It was established in 2015, and as of November 30, 2024, it managed over 27 billion CZK. As of the same date, the number of investors in all five of INVESTIKA’s funds reached nearly 100,000. INVESTIKA’s flagship is the real estate fund called INVESTIKA Real Estate Fund, which, with 20 billion CZK in investment capital under management, is the largest non-bank real estate fund for retail investors in the Czech Republic and Slovakia. The fund targets a stable return of 4%–6% per annum, which is achieved thanks to the strong diversification of its real estate portfolio in terms of building type, the sectors in which its tenants operate, and the countries where the real estate assets are located. INVESTIKA Real Estate Fund owns properties in the Czech Republic, Poland, Croatia, and Spain. www.investika.cz

About BUD HOLDINGS

BUD Holdings SA is a private equity firm based in Luxembourg that specializes in private equity investments, primarily in real estate assets. The company focuses on structuring and executing investments in Central and Eastern Europe, typically in partnership with a strong investor. Over the past three years, BUD Holdings has participated as a co-investor in real estate transactions totaling more than 250 million EUR. www.bud-holdings.com