Författare: Isabella

Specialist real estate asset and investment manager Catella APAM is pleased to welcome Maria Kostadinova as Senior Risk and Compliance Manager. Based in the company’s London office, Maria brings extensive legal and compliance expertise, further strengthening Catella APAM’s commitment to robust regulatory practices and strategic growth.

Maria holds an LLB in Law with American Studies from the University of Sussex and a CILEx Level 6 Diploma in Legal Practice, specialising in Company and Employment Law. She has also completed advanced training in Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Financial Promotions, reinforcing her expertise in regulatory compliance and risk management.

Maria’s appointment comes at a pivotal time, with Catella APAM recently launching it’s inaugural fund, Catella APAM Strategic Equities I, which closed in November 2024 with £102.2 million in commitments from institutional investors. Maria will play a key role in ensuring compliance within the regulated entity, supporting financial promotions reviews, regulatory reporting, and liaising with the Principal Firm. Her expertise will be instrumental in helping the company navigate complex regulatory landscapes while maintaining the highest compliance standards.

In her role, Maria will oversee legal, compliance, and risk management functions, ensuring adherence to GDPR and internal policies. She will lead the implementation of Catella Group policies, manage contract administration, conduct supplier due diligence, and oversee risk reporting. Additionally, she will provide strategic legal guidance on business expansion, optimise external legal costs, and deliver compliance training to internal teams. Her appointment strengthens Catella APAM’s alignment of legal, risk, and governance strategies with stakeholder expectations.

Expressing her enthusiasm for the new role, Maria stated:
“I was drawn to Catella APAM because of its forward-thinking approach and dynamic team, which I believe will provide me with the opportunity to both grow professionally and contribute meaningfully. The warm welcome I received from everyone has made my transition smooth and enjoyable. I am looking forward to being a part of such an innovative company and helping the business continue its success.”

Melissa Baldwin, Managing Director at Catella APAM, highlighted the strategic significance of Maria’s appointment:
“We are very pleased to welcome Maria to the team. Maria brings a wealth of risk management and legal and contract management experience to the team which will also support our recent expansion into fund management and its associated regulatory compliance. Maria will support the Catella APAM team, as well as CACP and APAM UK Property Services (AUPS). Welcome Maria, we are glad to have you on board!”

Maria’s appointment underscores Catella APAM’s dedication to attracting top talent and delivering exceptional results for clients, reinforcing its position as a leader in real estate asset and investment management.

For further information, please contact:
Sarah Emms
Marketing & Communications
+447494 906 783
semms@apamuk.com

About Catella APAM
Catella APAM, an independent and market-agnostic asset and investment manager, has been delivering sustainable real estate solutions since 2010, managing £4B worth of assets across the UK and Ireland. As part of the Catella AB Group, we leverage our global network and extensive market knowledge to provide tailored, effective solutions across all market cycles to achieve remarkable outcomes for our clients.

Catella APAM, acting as Asset Manager on behalf of Britannia Invest, has completed a new letting at Corner Block, Manchester, securing a five-year lease with law firm Harrison Drury & Co Ltd. This deal underscores the strong demand for high-quality, fully fitted office space in Manchester’s city centre and highlights Corner Block’s appeal as a prime business location.

Harrison Drury & Co has taken 3,191 sq ft on the fifth floor, benefitting from a best-in-class speculative fit-out, offering a ready-to-occupy workspace with modern design and high-specification finishes.

The transaction follows a wider investment in Corner Block’s office offering, with the landlord recently completing additional fully fitted suites on the first floor, designed to meet the evolving needs of modern occupiers. The new suites, measuring 5,000 sq ft and 3,300 sq ft, provide contemporary, move-in-ready workspaces featuring a mix of open-plan areas, private offices, boardrooms, and collaboration zones.

Adam Handley, Asset Manager at Catella APAM, commented:
“The demand for high-quality, fully fitted office space in Manchester remains strong, and Corner Block is well-positioned to meet the needs of businesses looking for ready-to-occupy, flexible workspaces. Alongside this letting to Harrison Drury & Co, our recent investment in new fully fitted suites further strengthens Corner Block’s appeal, offering more options for companies seeking premium office space in the city centre.”

The transaction was facilitated by Savills and Sixteen Real Estate, with Tenant Advisory Group representing Harrison Drury & Co.

Daniel Barnes, Office Agency Director at Savills Manchester, added:
“We have seen fitted space become more popular across the UK office market and in Manchester it has established itself as a solid solution for occupiers across the board – saving time, reducing risk and removing some of the upfront capital expenditure. The fitted space at Corner Block offers a high-quality option for occupiers looking for highly specified, flexible and immediate office space in the city centre.”

The newly completed first-floor suites are available at a quoting rent of £35.00 per sq ft. Each space is fully equipped with VRF air conditioning, energy-efficient lighting, and high-specification finishes, delivering a seamless, high-quality solution for businesses looking to relocate without the delays of a traditional office fit-out.

For further information, please contact:
Sarah Emms
Marketing & Communications
+447494 906 783
semms@apamuk.com

About Catella APAM
Catella APAM, an independent and market-agnostic asset and investment manager, has been delivering sustainable real estate solutions since 2010, managing £4B worth of assets across the UK and Ireland. As part of the Catella AB Group, we leverage our global network and extensive market knowledge to provide tailored, effective solutions across all market cycles to achieve remarkable outcomes for our clients.

Catella APAM, a specialist real estate asset and investment manager, has completed a landmark 10-year lease agreement with EE, the UK’s leading telecommunications and technology retailer, for a state-of-the-art 5,800 sq. ft. experience store at Chantry Place, Norwich. The deal was negotiated on behalf of the Greater Manchester Pension Fund (GMPF).

The new EE store redefines in-store shopping with immersive zones dedicated to connected technologies and smart home solutions. Customers can explore cutting-edge products such as super-fast broadband, smart TVs, connected speakers, and the latest gaming consoles. The interactive space also features dedicated areas for gaming, allowing visitors to test out the newest consoles in a hands-on environment.

Nathan Reidy, Associate Director at Catella APAM, said:
“The opening of EE’s experience store at Chantry Place demonstrates our commitment to creating a dynamic retail environment that continues to cater to the evolving needs of our customers. This addition reinforces the reputation of Chantry Place as a key destination for leading brands and innovative experiences. We are confident that EE’s expanded offer will resonate with visitors and further elevate the centre’s appeal.”

Paul McCarthy, General Manager at Chantry Place, added:
“EE has relocated in the Centre to provide them with even more space to interact with customers and showcase their latest technology, phones, and accessories in this new state-of-the-art experience store. We’re sure our visitors will love experiencing the newest innovations across smart home and gaming, and seeing the latest immersive technology available. The store looks fantastic, and we would like to thank EE for their continued support and investment in Chantry Place.”

The new EE experience store is now open and ready to welcome visitors at Chantry Place.

For further information, please contact:
Sarah Emms
Marketing & Communications
+447494 906 783
semms@apamuk.com

Catella AB (”Catella” or the ”Company”) announced on 25 November 2024 that the Company had exercised its option for early redemption (”Early Redemption”) of its outstanding bonds with ISIN SE0015660444 not being repurchased in the voluntary tender offer announced by Catella the same day (the ”Existing Bonds”).

The Early Redemption was conditional upon the settlement of an issue of new senior unsecured bonds as announced by the Company through a press release on 28 November 2024 (the ”New Bond Issue”). The settlement of the New Bond Issue occurred today and the conditions for the Early Redemption have therefore been fulfilled. The Early Redemption will consequently occur on19 December 2024 (the “Redemption Date”). The redemption price together with accrued and unpaid interest from, but excluding, the previous interest payment date up to and including the Redemption Date will be paid to each person who is registered as a holder of Existing Bonds in the debt register maintained by Euroclear Sweden at the end of the record date on 12 December 2024.

For further information, please contact:

Michel Fischier
CFO
+46-8-463 33 86
michel.fischier@catella.se

On 28 November 2024, Catella AB (publ) (”Catella” or the ”Company”) announced that the Company had issued senior unsecured bonds in an amount of SEK 650 million under the Company’s MTN programme. Catella has now successfully issued additional senior unsecured bonds in an amount of SEK 50 million under the Company’s MTN programme (the ” Bonds”) under the same terms.

The Bonds carries a floating rate of three months STIBOR plus 450 basis points, have a tenor of 4.25 years and was issued at a price of 100.125 per cent of the nominal amount. Catella will apply for admission to trading of the Bonds on the corporate bond list of Nasdaq Stockholm. An amount corresponding to the net proceeds from the Bonds will be used for general corporate purposes.

DNB Bank ASA, filial Sverige, and Nordea Bank Abp acted as joint arrangers and bookrunners in respect of the issuance of the New Bonds. Advokatfirman Cederquist KB acted as legal counsel.

For further information, please contact:

Michel Fischier
CFO
+46-8-463 33 86
michel.fischier@catella.se

About Catella

Catella is a leading specialist in property investments and fund management, with operations in 12 countries. The group has over EUR 13 billion in assets under management. Catella is listed on Nasdaq Stockholm in the Mid Cap segment. Read more at catella.com.