Ares and Norges Bank Investment Management Establish up to €1.5 Billion European Logistics Investment Partnership
Key Highlights
- ➤NBIM commits €1.5 billion to Ares’ new European logistics investment partnership
- ➤Ares targets modern logistics assets across Europe serving supply-chain and e-commerce demand
- ➤Marq Logistics manages over 2,250 properties totaling more than 655 million square feet
- ➤Ares Real Estate reports approximately $121 billion in assets under management as of June 30, 2026
Expert Statements
Julie Solomon, Partner and Head of Ares Real Estate
“We are proud to establish this partnership with NBIM, one of the world’s leading institutional investors”
Julie Solomon, Partner and Head of Ares Real Estate
“Their commitment reflects our shared conviction in the scale of the European logistics market opportunity and the strength of our platform.”
Julie Solomon, Partner and Head of Ares Real Estate
“We value the trust they have placed in Ares and look forward to building a strong and enduring relationship together.”
Daan van den Hoven, Partner and Head of European Logistics at Ares
“This milestone is a testament to the strength of our leading real estate platform as well as the capabilities of Marq Logistics, which will enhance our ability to deliver a quality portfolio”
Daan van den Hoven, Partner and Head of European Logistics at Ares
“Demand for modern, well-located logistics facilities continues to be supported by powerful structural trends, and we believe we can capitalize on compelling opportunities through thoughtful asset selection and management.”
Alex Knapp, Global Head of Real Estate at Norges Bank Investment Management
“Ares is an experienced investor and developer with a strong presence in Europe’s major logistics markets, and has a good track record of creating value for its investment partners.”
Alex Knapp, Global Head of Real Estate at Norges Bank Investment Management
“This partnership gives us access to both standing assets and development opportunities, and we look forward to building a long-lasting partnership”
Ares and Norges Bank Investment Management Establish up to €1.5 Billion European Logistics Investment Partnership
Ares Management Corporation (“Ares”) (NYSE: ARES), a leading global alternative investment manager, announced today that Ares Real Estate has established a European logistics investment partnership with Norges Bank Investment Management (“NBIM”). NBIM has made an equity commitment of €1.5 billion.
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