All Netherlands articles
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People NewsRedevco accelerates growth in logistics sector with acquisition of Roebuck
Amsterdam, September 16, 2025 – Redevco, one of Europe’s largest privately-owned real estate managers, today announces the acquisition of Roebuck, a specialist logistics investment and asset manager with approximately €1 billion in assets under management across the UK and continental Europe.
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Asset Manager NewsAchmea’s healthcare real estate fund most sustainable in the world
Amsterdam, 30 October 2025 – The Achmea Dutch Health Care Property Fund (ADHCPF), managed by Achmea Real Estate, has once again been named the most sustainable healthcare real estate fund in the world. The fund ranked first in its peer group in the Global Real Estate Sustainability Benchmark (GRESB), a leading sustainability benchmarking tool.
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White papersThe €400 billion challenge: Dutch housing market seeks global capital
The Netherlands faces one of the largest housing challenges in Europe. By 2034, it will require around one million additional homes, representing an estimated €400 billion in funding. For institutional investors, this scale is compelling, but not without complexity.
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Asset Manager NewsKPN Pension Fund increases commitment to ASR Dutch Science Park Fund to € 45 Million
KPN Pension Fund has increased its current commitment of € 15 million to the ASR Dutch Science Park Fund by an additional € 30 million. Advised by Aegon Asset Management, KPN Pension Fund has been a participant in the fund since September 2021. The fund invests in office and laboratory buildings located on science parks in the Netherlands. The ASR Dutch Science Park Fund positively contributes to the Dutch knowledge economy by accommodating companies engaged in research and development within science park ecosystems. In doing so, the fund supports companies working on the UN Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs).
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White papersGrowing momentum for resilient investing in Dutch retail real estate
In an era marked by geopolitical instability and market volatility, Dutch retail real estate stands out as a stable and compelling investment opportunity. With rental growth on the rise and a proven track record of resilience during economic downturns, the sector offers institutional investors a reliable source of returns. However, strategic asset selection—particularly in polarized city centres—remains critical to unlocking long-term value. This article examines the factors that make retail real estate a strategically sound choice and outlines key considerations for investors seeking to capitalize on its potential.
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White papersASR Dutch Science Park Fund acquires third building from dsm-firmenich at Biotech Campus Delft
The ASR Dutch Science Park Fund has once again acquired an existing office and laboratory building at the Biotech Campus Delft as part of its partnership agreement with dsm-firmenich. With this acquisition, the fund expands its portfolio on the campus and increases the availability of housing for scale-ups in (food) biotechnology. Together with ecosystem partner Planet B.io, the fund is actively engaging with several companies that have expressed an interest in leasing space in the building.
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White papersInvestment Update: Focus on mid-rent homes
“The demand for mid-rent homes in the Netherlands is higher than ever,” says Peter Koppers, Director of Investment Management, in Achmea Real Estate’s latest Investment Update. “Mid-rent offers starters and middle-income households access to affordable and good-quality housing, often in locations where work and amenities are close by. There are opportunities here for institutional investors: the combination of a stable return and a demonstrable social contribution makes this segment particularly attractive.”
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White papersMarket Update second quarter 2025
The Dutch economy continues to grow, but the pace is slowing. In the second quarter of 2025, economic growth amounted to 1.2%, keeping the Netherlands well ahead of the eurozone average. Nevertheless, geopolitical tensions and declining confidence are weighing on market sentiment.
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Asset Manager Newsa.s.r. and PFZW reposition Amvest’s real estate activities
PFZW and a.s.r. have today agreed to divide the real estate activities of Amvest. As from 1 January 2026, PFZW will acquire a.s.r.’s shares in the management and development organisation, becoming the sole shareholder of Amvest Vastgoed B.V. The current development portfolio of Amvest will be split between PFZW and a.s.r. Management of a.s.r.’s separate account, comprising 7,500 residential units, will be transferred to a.s.r. real estate. No changes will be made to the funds managed by Amvest. By dividing the activities, both shareholders enhance their effectiveness and will be able to pursue their own strategic direction going forward. The transaction is subject to approval by the AFM and ACM.
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White papersWhitepaper: Insights and experiences in Paris Proof residential renovations
The ASR Dutch Core Residential Fund was the first institutional investor to make rental homes from the 1980s Paris Proof sustainable. We believe that achieving Paris Proof portfolios is not a Tour de France with an individual winner, but that we will achieve the goals of the Paris Agreement faster if we share experiences and lessons. Therefore, in the whitepaper “Insights and experiences in Paris Proof residential renovations”, we share our experiences and insights into achieving a Paris Proof residential portfolio.
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White papersPolarisation in the Dutch office market creates opportunities for strategic asset allocation
Office polarisation is growing and more relevant than ever. It presents both challenges and opportunities for investment strategies. This paper identifies important drivers for strategic asset allocation and delves into risk-adjusted return measures. It will explain how office polarisation is not only a challenge but also creates investment opportunities. Office polarisation refers to the growing divide between prime offices that have high occupier demand and secondary offices that struggle to maintain occupancy. This divide is driven by various factors, including economic shifts, technological advancements, sustainability demands and changing employee preferences.
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White papersLDI Market Update – March 2025, the new Dutch pension system and its expected market implications
The Dutch pension landscape will face a major historic change in the coming years, with approximately EUR 1800 billion of assets being transitioned from a Defined Benefit pension system to a Collective Defined Contribution pension system. The transition has consequences for the way Dutch pension funds invest – in particular their interest rate hedging profile will look different.
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White papersArchitectural Firms Pension Fund significantly expands mandate in Achmea’s healthcare property fund
Amsterdam, 18 March – The Architectural Firms Pension Fund (‘Pensioenfonds voor de Architectenbureaus’) has given Achmea Real Estate’s Achmea Dutch Healthcare Property Fund (ADHCPF) a new mandate of 58 million euros. This is in addition to the first mandate of €47.5 million with which the pension fund joined the healthcare property fund in 2009.
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Asset Manager NewsAchmea Real Estate launches new impact fund with ADRIF
Achmea Real Estate today launches a new impact fund, specifically aimed at acquiring and making older rental homes more sustainable: the Achmea Dutch Residential Impact Fund (ADRIF). Achmea is the first financial services provider with such a fund.
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White papersASR Dutch Science Park Fund acquires second office and laboratory building at Leiden Bio Science Park
a.s.r. real estate acquired, on behalf of the ASR Dutch Science Park Fund, the SL Plaza office and laboratory building at Leiden Bio Science Park from Caransa Groep B.V. on 6 January 2025. This is the second building the fund has purchased in a short period at the renowned Leiden Bio Science Park. In December 2024, the fund already acquired the Avery Dennison European HQ office and laboratory building.
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People NewsAnky Vink appointed Fund Manager of Achmea Real Estate’s retail fund
Anky Vink has been appointed as the Fund Manager of the Achmea Dutch Retail Property Fund, effective 1 January 2025. She will be responsible for the strategic investment policy of the fund (EUR 900 million AuM).
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People NewsLeen Meijaard and Petri Hofsté appointed new commissioners at ARE
Leen Meijaard and Petri Hofsté have been appointed as members of the Supervisory Board of Achmea Real Estate B.V., effective 10 November 2024. Leen Meijaard has succeeded Hans Snijders as chairman.
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White papersOutlook 2025-2027: Attention to health care real estate
Attention health care real estate! The asset class is moving up the political agenda and attention to new care facilities is growing. Supply and demand prices are becoming more balanced, while institutional investors’ interest in sustainable real estate continues to grow. In the Outlook 2025-2027, Achmea Real Estate is therefore optimistic about investments in health care real estate.
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White papersOutlook 2025-2027: Resilient recovery in a challenging environment
The real estate market is recovering resiliently and new opportunities are emerging for institutional investors. However, the investment climate remains challenging. This is the conclusion of Achmea Real Estate’s Outlook 2025 - 2027, the first part of which has just been published.
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People NewsPeter Koppers appointed IM Director at Achmea Real Estate
Amsterdam, 31 October 2024 - Peter Koppers has been appointed Investment Management Director at real estate investment manager Achmea Real Estate with effect from 1 November 2024. He will be responsible for Portfolio Management, Fund Management, Research and Investor Relations.
