"The global pandemic has reinforced the importance of e-commerce to everyday life, and the logistics sector has been a prime benefi ciary of this trend. As such, market fundamentals appear sound. Whilst the uncertainties surrounding COVID-19 could cause some unrest going forward, the sector continues to be underpinned by structural changes driven by e-commerce. In the meantime, valuations are likely to continue to be put under pressure."

"2019 was a year to remember for the logistics sector. With the sector’s potential upside, investors were competing fiercely to get some exposure to the asset class. Investment volumes and completions hit record highs, whilst logistics J-REIT unit prices soared."

"More en-bloc industrial buildings being transacted amidst redevelopmentinterest."

"Even amidst historically high supply levels, the logistics market remains strong as tenant demand for conveniently located, high-specification facilities is on the rise. Greater Osaka in particular has been improving performance since the market was disrupted by oversupply in 2017. Property investors have generally adopted a more bullish attitude towards the sector, and investment volumes appear set to rise in the second half of 2019."

"In the Czech Republic, developer-led modern industrial stock grew by 124,800 sq m (down by 30% q-o-q) causing the total industrial stock to reach 8.09 million sq m, with Prague currently housing 3.02 million sq m of the total according to latest report compiled by Savills, the leading global real estate advisor."

"Cardiff is on the verge of a sustained period of growth, but connectivity will be key to unlocking the full potential of the capital region"