Cabot Properties expands German logistics portfolio

Logistics property investor, developer, and operator Cabot Properties has recently bought two new, modern industrial properties in Germany.

Wulfrath

This move aligns with its strategy to invest in top-tier industrial assets in busy, high-demand markets in Europe, the U.S., and the Asia Pacific.
The Wülfrath property near Düsseldorf, built in 2023, is a 12,979 m2 food distribution centre with high ceilings, multiple loading docks, and a strong focus on sustainability. It boasts a DGNB-Gold certification, consumes significantly less energy than standard buildings, and includes solar panels and EV charging stations. Its location near the A535 highway offers excellent access to Düsseldorf and the broader Rhine-Ruhr region, with Europe's largest inland port in Duisburg less than an hour away.
The Hannover-Wedemark property, completed in 2022, adds 5,138 m2 of modern distribution space to a key industrial area in Northern Germany. Also DGNB-Gold certified, it offers efficient design with high ceilings and multiple loading options. Its prime location along the A7 highway connects businesses to a thriving hub of automotive, electrical, engineering, and chemical industries, as well as direct links to the economic powerhouses of Hannover and Hamburg.
Konstantin Braun, VP, Investments for Cabot Properties, stated: “The Rhine-Ruhr and Hannover regions are well situated within key transportation gateways to Greater Germany and the European continent, providing critical access for eCommerce, automotive companies, third-party logistics firms, and other major industrial occupiers. We were able to acquire these assets at an attractive basis, and with both buildings fully leased, we look forward to serving high-quality tenants in two of Germany’s most dynamic logistics markets.”
Justin Harvey, head of U.K. and Europe for Cabot Properties, added: “Cabot’s track record of investing in modern infill assets across Europe is strong and growing. As we continue to deepen our platform across key European markets, we remain confident in the long-term fundamentals of the logistics sector and its role in supporting resilient and efficient supply chains.”