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2023 was a year of great success for Czech developer CONTERA. The company delivered some of the most innovative office spaces in the country, led by its flagship smart building Organica, which earned multiple awards after its grand opening in October.“We deeply value these awards – they also represent a commitment to the projects ahead,” said Martin Budina, Project Director at CONTERA.

The opening of CONTERA’s Organica building in Ostrava is just around the corner.Ahead of the launch, we’re introducing the building’s tenants, who are bringing smart innovations to this exceptional office space.

PRAGUE, October 27, 2022. Parcel delivery company PPL CZ has opened its 25th Czech depot in Hustopeče, expanding daily capacity by 15,000 shipments.

A major renovation of Contera Park Říčany is underway. The new TERRA building now hosts Rossmann, Spokojený pes, and CONTERA offices.A former pharmaceutical warehouse is being transformed into modern offices and retail, and the park will see more green space added.

The contours of CONTERA’s Organica building are emerging on a former brownfield site in Ostrava. Combining sustainability with smart building systems, the development is one of the most unique architectural projects in Central Europe, said lead architect Ludvík Seko at a press event.

The Vlčie hrdlo Business Park in Bratislava has a new owner.Czech-Slovak developer CONTERA acquired the site from Natland and plans to modernize the park and introduce a small business unit concept.

Construction has begun on a new logistics hub in Hrušov, Ostrava.CONTERA Park Ostrava D1 will feature the latest technologies and rare specifications.

Sporting goods giant Sportisimo is relocating its logistics operations to Contera Park Ostrava D1. With over 90,000 m² of built-up area, it marks the largest lease agreement in the Czech industrial real estate market in 2020.

CONTERA has launched major projects – a large-scale renovation in Říčany, new parks in Ostrava-Hrušov and Hustopeče, and expansion into Slovakia. Long-term lease extensions with key clients were also secured.

Global packaging company PaperFoam is expanding into the Czech Republic. Production will begin in CNT Park Teplice in August, bringing dozens of jobs to the Ústí Region.

CONTERA has extended leases with Den Braven, DHL Express, and CS Cargo. New tenant Pack4you joins the list of logistics clients.

Contera commenced revitalisation works on a brownfield in the Ostrava – Hrušov area. The Contera project will bring at least 700 new job opportunities in the next five years.

Czech developer CONTERA has reached a major milestone through a new partnership with Blackstone, the world’s largest alternative asset manager.Blackstone has agreed to acquire CT Real Estate – a portfolio of 10 logistics parks – from TPG Real Estate, with whom CONTERA has successfully partnered since 2019.Additionally, Blackstone will acquire a stake directly from CONTERA and will hold a majority interest in the industrial portfolio following completion of the transaction.CONTERA will remain a minority shareholder, property manager, and developer.

Development company CONTERA is deepening its collaboration with one of the key players in the automotive industry – Valeo. This concerns the Slovak Contera Park Prešov, where the French global company has been operating long-term.

On October 11, CONTERA held a grand opening for its smart building Organica in Ostrava.The event, held in cooperation with leading Nordic IT company Tietoevry, was attended by regional officials, including the Mayor of Ostrava and the Governor of the Moravian-Silesian Region.

CONTERA’s growing portfolio value, strong tenant structure, and solid financial position allowed the company to refinance its existing credit lines and secure new funds for further development.“This move enables us to continue growing,” said Daniela Fraňková, CFO at CONTERA.

PRAGUE, November 16, 2022 – Today, sustainability is more than just corporate responsibility – it is a strategic necessity. CONTERA actively invests in energy efficiency and environmentally friendly practices.

OSTRAVA, October 12, 2022. CONTERA has completed the first two buildings in CONTERA PARK OSTRAVA D1, located in Hrušov.The site spans 35 hectares, with a total planned area of approximately 151,000 m². The first two buildings already exceed 108,000 m².

Featuring smart systems, high-end architecture, and BREEAM Excellent certification, Organica is set to become a flagship development in the new city center.

Aludyne, a major automotive components manufacturer, now operates a 20,000 m² space in Contera Park Ostrava City, creating 350 new jobs.

Electronics wholesaler FAST ČR has signed a new long-term lease in Contera Park Říčany, where it is the newest tenant.

The financing package – provided by ČSOB and Komerční banka – will be used to refinance CONTERA’s modern logistics and production facilities in the Czech Republic and Slovakia.

In April, CONTERA opened a new office in Bratislava after acquiring four industrial parks under the Vector Parks brand.

In February, CONTERA acquired approx. 80,000 m² of development land near Hustopeče, just off the D2 motorway.

In January, CONTERA completed an expansion for Inteva’s site in Rychnov and in December started new construction for JabloPCB in Rýnovice.

The developer group Contera and TPG Real Estate Partners enter into a strategic partnership. The goal of the strategic partnership is to use mutual opportunities for investment potential in the field of industrial real estate and implement development projects in Central Europe.

The Czech developer group Contera celebrates 10 years of its market presence this year. To mark this anniversary, the company is changing its logo and entire visual identity. The firm’s business parks will also be renamed.

The Czech development and investment group CONTERA introduces CITYSITE – a modern concept offering flexible usage, top functionality, and high-quality architecture, all with an emphasis on the latest technologies, strategic accessibility, and sustainability. CONTERA is currently preparing CITYSITE in four locations: Říčany, Liberec, Ostrava, and Bratislava.

Contera Park Ostrava City is 100% occupied with long-term leases, following renewals with all tenants.