Commercial property specialist Transwestern has finalised the acquisition of Forte Real Estate Partners to grow its corporate footprint in the US Midwest. The corporate takeover brings 12 specialist tenant advisors into Transwestern's regional office in Minneapolis, alongside a commercial property portfolio spanning nearly 1 million square feet. Forte has overseen more than $885 million in transactions since its formation five years ago.
The Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) has chosen Minor Hotels to manage the Sharjah Collection, a regional portfolio of seven eco-focused boutique properties. The international operator will integrate the coastal, desert and mountain retreats into its luxury network after a series of upgrades, boosting global reach while protecting local heritage.