Luxembourg, April 18, 2024 – The American Chamber of Commerce in Luxembourg (AmCham) Real Estate Committee hosted a successful networking event at the Bentley Garage, attracting over 100 professionals from the real estate industry. Themed "Accessing the Luxembourg Real Estate Market via Investment Funds: Perspectives for 2024/2025", the event provided a platform for insightful presentations, networking opportunities, and shared discussions over a delightful glass of champagne and beautiful cars.
The evening commenced with a warm welcome from Pascal Faber, Managing Director of Bentley Luxembourg. Daniel McKenzie, Head of Communications at AmCham, and Mario Di Stefano, Managing Partner of DSM Avocats à la Cour and President of AmCham Real Estate Committee, who provided context and introduced the speakers.
The highlight of the event was a dynamic panel discussion featuring esteemed industry experts: Aymeric de Seresin from Fidelity, Mario Di Stefano from DSM Avocats à la Cour, and Tehdi-Edouard Babigeon from INOWAI, with moderation by David Arendt. Their insights into investment strategies and trends for 2024/2025 resonated with the diverse audience, offering perspectives and insights.
Key topics explored during the event included:
- Characterization of the Luxembourg commercial real estate market: Delving into the principal players, transaction volume, and market dynamics, the discussion underscored the uniqueness of the local market.
- Market correction and recovery: Assessing the impact of recent market corrections and exploring potential pathways for recovery, participants engaged in lively debates about government initiatives and strategic opportunities.
- ESG in real estate: Emphasizing the shift towards sustainability, the panelists discussed the rising demand for ecological materials and the economic implications for renovation versus reconstruction projects.
- Real estate investment funds: From forms and taxation to investor eligibility and governance, the discussion shed light on key considerations for investors navigating the complex landscape of real estate investment funds.
- Cost adjustments: Reflecting on market adjustments post-Ukraine war shock.
Looking ahead, the evolving landscape of Luxembourg's real estate market promises intriguing developments, with sustainability and innovation at the forefront of industry discourse.
Special thanks was extended to the panelists, host and main sponsor Bentley Luxembourg, as well as the sponsors: Fidelity, CLK Constructions, DSM Avocats à la Cour, and EGB Interior Design. Special recognition is also due to the Real Estate Committee, led by President Mario Di Stefano, with the help of his colleague Maxime Cuche, Marketing Officer at DSM Avocats à la Cour, for their efforts in organizing this successful event.
For access to speakers’ presentations and event photos captured by Maher Semlali (Qatsi.io), please visit:
Photo gallery:
- https://www.amcham.lu/photo-gallery-real-estate-committee-event-at-bentley-luxembourg/