Hilton has signed an exclusive franchise deal with YOTEL to expand its lifestyle hotel portfolio. YOTEL becomes the first brand under the "Select by Hilton" banner. While YOTEL remains independently managed, it will now gain access to Hilton’s global distribution and the Hilton Honors loyalty programme. This partnership allows both brands to grow efficiently while offering guests smart, tech-led urban accommodation in key cities worldwide.
Liquified Solutions has teamed up with Curator Hotel and Resort Collection to launch a data-driven water efficiency programme. The partnership aims to help independent hotel owners cut water and sewer utility costs by 20% to 30%. By reducing these often-overlooked expenses, the initiative seeks to immediately improve net operating income and long-term asset value across the portfolio without affecting the guest experience or requiring major renovations.
Hines and Burstone Group have launched a pan-European light industrial joint venture, seeded with a R760 million investment. The partnership has acquired six assets across Germany and the Netherlands, totalling 49,000 square metres. Burstone will manage the portfolio, taking a 20% equity stake alongside the Hines European Real Estate Partners III fund. The strategy targets value-add opportunities driven by nearshoring and supply chain growth.
Logistea AB has agreed to acquire a six-asset logistics portfolio from DSV for SEK 587 million. The sale-leaseback deal includes 41,500 square metres of cross-docking space across Sweden, including sites in Karlstad and Gävle. All properties are fully leased to DSV Road AB on ten-year triple net terms. The transaction is expected to close on March 30th 2026, pending regulatory approval for the Växjö asset.
Cypriot PropTech startup MyStudentFlat has expanded into Greece with the launch of its digital platform in Athens. Now operating in three cities across two countries, the company manages over 50 properties just seven months after its debut. The firm plans further expansion into major Greek university hubs and is preparing for its first funding round this spring to support European growth.
Flagship Communities REIT has acquired a 96-lot manufactured housing community in Cleves, Ohio, for approximately $6.0 million. The site, which is 96% occupied, includes potential for 12 additional lots and follows recent purchases in the Greater Cincinnati area. The acquisition was funded through a mix of cash and Class B units, aligning with the firm’s strategy of expanding its footprint in established US markets.
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