Summus Capital buys React from Echo Investment in Łódź

Estonian-based investment company Summus Capital and Echo Investment signed a conditional sale agreement for React, the office building at 24 Piłsudskiego Avenue in Łódź. Upon conclusion of the deal, the React building will be acquired by Summus Capital. The transaction value is EUR 32.5 million.

React is an office building in central Łódź that offers more than 15 000 sqm of comfortable workspace. It is fully leased to many reputable tenants such as Alorica Inc. and Bank Pekao S.A. Group, as well as Enel-Med medical centre.

– We are thrilled to enter a new market in Łódź with the purchase of the React office building. The excellent quality of the asset, its strong tenant base with long-term leases, high ESG compliance, and the seller’s proven track record were key factors in our decision to invest in this development. In our opinion, the project's returns outweigh the risks associated with both the region and the property, offering sustainable growth. It is well-suited for one of our first investments in Poland, – comments Hannes Pihl, board member of Summus Capital and managing partner of Zenith Family Office, the strategic asset and investment management partner of Summus.

– The successful divestment of React proves that office projects in great locations with exceptional ESG credentials and a guarantee of good revenues continue to attract reputable international investors. The deal with Summus Capital also confirms the lasting potential of our fully leased office developments in Polish regional markets, – says Judyta Sawicka, Head of Investment and Divestment at Echo Investment.

Summus Capital is a real estate investment holding group established to invest in commercial real estate across all three Baltic countries and has decided to expand its portfolio to other CEE  countries. The well-diversified portfolio includes retail, office, logistics, and medical properties. Scope Ratings GmbH has affirmed its BB/Stable issuer rating for Summus Capital.

React is a building with timeless design covered in a white façade, that harmoniously fits into the surrounding urban landscape. Its spacious lobby is also ideal for informal meetings and workshops. Relaxation zones are covered with lush greenery. React uses energy-saving solutions, optimized lighting and non-toxic materials that have been recognised with a BREEAM certificate at the Excellent level. It is also certified with WELL Health and Safety rating. Cycling enthusiasts can appreciate its bicycle infrastructure including parking, showers and changing rooms.

CBRE and Greenberg Traurig advised the seller in the transaction, while Penteris advised the buyer on the deal.

Echo Investment is a Polish real-estate developer with unparalleled experience in key sectors of the real estate market. Currently focusing on the office, retail and private rental sectors, the company also develops mixed-use projects such as Warsaw Breweries in Warsaw and Fuzja in Łódź, places where people can work, live and enjoy an attractive range of retail, food, and entertainment options. In line with its strategy, the company increased its equity interest in Archicom to more than 89% in August 2023, transferring all competencies and projects in its residential business to the latter. Echo Investment regularly reports its ESG goals and efforts that support the sustainable development of the largest Polish cities. Its initiatives include e.g. a social programme to create wildflower meadows in urban areas that enhance local ecosystems. Echo Investment is listed on the Warsaw Stock Exchange, with Wing and Griffin Capital Partners being its principal shareholders.

Summus Capital (www.summus.ee) is a real estate investment holding company founded in 2013. The group owns a portfolio of 14 properties in the three Baltic countries, which includes buildings in the retail, office, logistics and medical sectors with a total rental area of more than 218,000 square meters and a value of about 400 million euros.