Penta Real Estate has acquired a 50% stake in HoldCo Bubny s.r.o. to lead the transformation of Prague’s Bubny-Zátory site. Partnering with AKIPIA and J&T, the firm will oversee a CZK 90 billion urban development project across 250,000 square metres. Running until 2050, the master plan includes 10,000 homes, office space, schools and public amenities, marking the largest project in Penta’s history.
New planning rules introduced across England will fast-track thousands of homes near train, tram and underground stations. Under the revised National Planning Policy Framework, applications for housing within walking distance of transport hubs will face a default approval stance alongside minimum density requirements. The reforms form part of wider UK planning changes intended to support local development, cut administrative delays and progress toward national housing targets.
Skanska has signed an agreement in a joint venture with Stacy Witbeck to construct the East San Fernando Valley Light Rail Transit Project for LA Metro in Van Nuys, California. Skanska’s share of the overall USD 1.9 billion contract stands at USD 957 million (approximately SEK 8.9 billion), booked under third-quarter 2026 US orders. The 10.8-kilometre ground-level system with 11 stations will complete in December 2031.
Vingroup Corporation has announced the master plan for the Hung Vuong International Sports Complex in southern Hanoi. Spanning over 400 hectares inside the Hanoi International Sports City, the development features the 135,000-seat VinFast - Trong Dong Stadium. Designed to host global events such as the Olympic Games and FIFA World Cup, the site will integrate elite competition venues, extensive training grounds and public leisure facilities.
Avida Land and Amaia Land have signed a strategic partnership with Pag-IBIG Fund to widen housing options for Filipino workers. The agreement allows eligible members to access Pag-IBIG housing loans of up to ₱10 million for select properties. By combining private sector development with government-backed financing, the initiative aims to make quality homeownership more attainable across various income brackets.
eMaxx has introduced a Commercial Property Program powered by the eMaxx Reciprocal Insurance Exchange. Designed for building owners facing premium volatility and disputed valuations, the policyholder-owned structure rewards commercial property owners who invest in proactive risk management. Coverage is available to businesses meeting Highly Protected Risk Catastrophe standards, with primary insurance provided through an A.M. Best A-rated carrier and reinsurance supported by the eMaxx Reciprocal.
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