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In just 12 months, the new 24/7 Western Sydney International Airport (WSI) will be open for business, in what’s expected to be a city game-changer. As the first major greenfield airport development in Australia in 50 years, WSI is set to unlock major economic growth and productivity, while creating greater parity and prosperity for Western Sydney. But is there enough hotel supply in the offing to meet future demand? Not yet, according to CBRE Asia Pacific’s Ally Gibson and Troy Craig who joined the line-up for this week’s “One Year to Take Off” Aerotropolis Conference 2025. CBRE’s modelling shows that while WSI’s passenger movements are expected to generate demand for an additional 500,000 room nights, only 3,900 new hotel rooms are in the pipeline in Western Sydney, with just 580 under construction. These figures highlight significant opportunities for new investment and development. 📌 See how we helped plan Australia’s first new city in over 100 years as part of the new airport: https://cbre.co/4ifEKDa #TakeFlight2026 #VisitorEconomy #WSIAirport

Thank you for helping us reach this incredible milestone! As we continue to build our CBRE Asia Pacific LinkedIn community, stay tuned for our unique blend of regional perspectives, local insights and industry trends.

Delivering results demands the most talented leaders. That's why we're proud to announce our latest leadership appointments for Natalie Slessor, who takes on a newly created role as Head of Property Management for Asia Pacific, and James King, who will step up as Head of Property Management for Australia & New Zealand. “Natalie’s appointment will foster enhanced collaboration across our APAC business, building on the growth and results she’s achieved in Australia and New Zealand since joining CBRE in 2023,” says Craig Hudleston, Global COO & Head of Investor Portfolio Management, for CBRE Property Management. “During his 16 years in our Pacific business, James has led some of our largest property management accounts and geographies,” added Phil Rowland, CBRE’s Advisory Services CEO, Australia & New Zealand. We look forward to showcasing their capabilities to our clients and partners across the region. 📌 Read more: https://lnkd.in/gJr45TEB

Sass Jalili, Head of Industrial & Logistics and Data Centre Research for Australia, was recently interviewed by The Australian Financial Review, following the release of a CBRE report exploring why Australia remains one of the most attractive data centre markets globally. Read the full article here: https://cbre.co/4pNCVk4 Explore the CBRE report here: https://cbre.co/3VHwnpG

In late August, our CBRE Sydney headquarters hosted 27 participants from the APAC Ignite Program for an in-person workshop. Launched in February 2025, this four-month development program is designed for CBRE’s future leaders across the region, preparing them for the next phase of their careers. Throughout the workshop, the cohort immersed themselves in a series of presentations and team challenges, all geared towards sharpening their leadership abilities and forging peer collaboration. While at our Sydney office, participants were also able to hear business insights from some of our top leaders, including Phil Rowland, Justin Woodcock and Sameer Chopra. They also interacted with James Parry, Kate Heaney, and Andrew Roy during the workshop’s senior leadership panel. A highlight for attendees was the client site visit, where they were treated to a special preview of the new Sydney Fish Market. Participants toured the new location with Stewart Mathews, who shared his invaluable advice on managing such a momentous project. We wish the second cohort of this year’s APAC Ignite Program every success in their respective learning journeys!

Congratulations to our Hong Kong Capital Markets team for successfully advising a prominent family owner on the strategic disposal of a residential block at Nos. 56–58 Junction Road. The property was sold for approximately HK$60.5 million, translating to a unit price of HK$5,500 per square foot. Following the change of ownership, the building is set to undergo refurbishment into furnished apartments targeting the rental market. Located in the heart of Kowloon City, this transaction aligns with broader initiatives recently announced by the Urban Renewal Authority. The property is just a five-minute walk from Sung Wong Toi MTR station and is surrounded by several private redevelopment projects. Spanning six floors, the building occupies a site area of approximately 2,570 square feet and is designated as a Class A residential site (2). For similar investment opportunities, please contact the CBRE Capital Markets team. Sam Mock Avan Pau #RealEstate #KowloonCity #UrbanRenewal #PropertyDeal #CBRE #ResidentialDevelopment #RealEstateInvestment #HongKong

As Hong Kong accelerates the development of the Northern Metropolis, the transformation of brownfield sites, currently housing logistics and light industrial operations, is gaining momentum. Our industrial expert in Hong Kong, Evan C., recently authored an article for Hong Kong Economic Times, noting that over 65% of these sites may be cleared in the next 10 to 15 years, releasing over 31 million sq. ft. of industrial demand. Explore his insights below and read his article here (Chinese and subscription only): https://cbre.co/468ZQO6

We are delighted to share that our CBRE Global Workplace Solutions (GWS) Local Team has been recognised with five awards at the Facilities Management Experts Summit 2025, organised by the Singapore International Facility Management Association (SIFMA). These awards celebrate the dedication, expertise, and teamwork across our organisation. Congratulations to our winners: Individual Awards • Best Certified Facilities Management Expert (CFME) – Alan Chua • Facility Manager of The Year – Zuhri Mazlan Team Awards • FM Team of The Year (Commercial & Retail) – Melissa Yap, Kin Foo, Natalie Phillips • Education & Development Initiative (Large Enterprise) – Jerlyn Koh, Jason LIM • Sustainability Initiative Award (Large Enterprise) – Tan Wee Bian, Chia Ler Lim This recognition highlights our commitment to driving excellence in facilities management for our clients, while continuing to lead in innovation, sustainability, and professional growth. We are grateful for the continued support of our Business Unit Director, TAN Chai Soon I FMP I CFME Tier1 I GMAP, whose leadership has guided us throughout this journey. #FacilitiesManagement #FMES2025

Congratulations to our Capital Markets team for successfully advising a renowned family owner on the disposal of the entire 26th floor of The Center, located at 181 Queen’s Road Central. The floor, spanning approximately 24,980 sq. ft. with full Victoria Harbour views, was acquired by The Law Society of Hong Kong for HK$345 million (equivalent to HK$13,811 per sq. ft.). With rising demand for Grade A office space in Hong Kong’s CBD, The Law Society of Hong Kong plans to consolidate this into their new headquarters. For more details on this transaction or to explore similar investment opportunities, please reach out to Sam Mock or Avan Pau from the CBRE Capital Markets team.

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