Commercial Property

Thanks to increasing globalisation, businesses worldwide are relocating offices, factories, warehouses, and sometimes their entire operations to new countries or regions. Domestically, too, companies may need to relocate, perhaps in order to find the most cost-effective premises or tap in to a local talent pool.

Whatever the reason for a corporate relocation, organisations need comprehensive, up-to-date information on trends, locations, prices, and a host of other topics if they are to make the right decisions on where to base their operations, as do those setting up a business abroad. Read more

Latest Commercial Property News

Farmers protest in London about changes to inheritance tax

UK farmers challenge Autumn Budget tax measures

More than 10,000 farmers descended on central London on Tuesday to protest over changes announced in the government's Budget for a new inheritance tax, which many fear could destroy much of the country's agricultural industry.

Big Ben tower with Houses of Parliament and Westminster bridge in autumn, London, UK

Businesses buoyed by permanent UK tax break

UK retains second spot in Europe for FDI

House building and city construction concept: evening outdoor urban view of modern real estate homes.

Satellite offices to aid hybrid working?

Manchester City centre light trails before sunrise

Manchester 'best UK city' for expats

Latest Commercial Property Features

Isle of Man remains safest place in the British Isles

Success in business and talent award as a group od diverse people reaching for a gold star concept in a 3D illustration style.

Where people and purpose mean business

Opening Ceremony brings Birmingham to the world

’Second City’ aims for commonwealth gold

Purchase

Hong Kong still costliest for expats

For the second time in a month, a major survey of living costs in cities across the globe has identified Hong Kong as the most expensive location for employees sent abroad to live and work.

Global prime rents recover from COVID-19

Rents on prime properties in ten global cities have bounced back strongly after the sharp falls seen during the height of the pandemic, according to a new report from Knight Frank

Finally, signs of a slowdown in home prices

Annual house price growth in the UK remained in double digits in April but, after a year of rocketing prices, there were signs the market might be beginning to cool.

Surging UK house market set to calm?

Prime property prices rising globally

Pandemic speeds 'revolution' in office working

Hong Kong turns its eyes on London property

Lockdown relaxation sparks property surge

May unveils plan to get England building again

Economic Background

Does the Autumn Budget ‘fix the foundations’?

Employers bear much of the financial burden for providing the conditions for the UK’s economic growth in Labour's first budget this parliament. Yet its measures seek to benefit individuals, boost near-term growth and shore up efforts to safeguard workplace wellbeing and inclusion.

A tipping point year for UK free trade agreements?

During the 2019 general election campaign, one of the ruling Conservative party’s less plausible political commitments was that by 2022, 80% of the UK’s post-Brexit trade would be covered by free trade agreements (FTAs). David Sapsted reports.

Latest UK growth surge 'confounds forecasts'

A survey of almost 1,000 company directors has suggested unexpectedly strong growth throughout the UK economy last month.

UK financial services spread beyond London

UK extends tariff breaks to developing world

Visa overhaul ‘needed to tackle skills shortage’

Upskilling now finance firms’ priority

Housing market surprises with another record

India-UK trade deal ‘ready by autumn’

Rental

Specialist Skills are in demand, how to attract talent post pandemic

Whilst the pandemic is far from over, here in the UK we are working our way to a more normal life, with all restrictions being lifted and work life being eased back to normality.

Canada tops new 'best for expats' study

Canada is assessed as the most desirable destination for expatriates in the latest 'World's Best Countries Index'.

Think Global People Autumn 2021 issue – out soon!

This is one of the busiest times of the year for relocating employees, expatriates and families on the move. The next issue of the leading international magazine for HR, global managers and relocation professionals will explore the big themes for managing mobility, finance, immigration, property and education in the autumn of 2021.

UK relocation residential property update for July 2021

UK house prices hit new high

Radisson Hotel Group expands portfolio in Oman's capital

Lucerne hotel is transformed into modern serviced apartments

Ascott serviced apartments expand into Japan

Bristol tops property searches outside London

Removals

We find out how global relocation, information and logistic management services company Paxton International continues to helps refugees affected by the Syrian Civil War.

Paxton International supports Syrian refugees

Paxton International is actively involved in the Syrian Refugee Project, providing a range of support including donations of boxes, time, manpower, trucking, storage, consolidation and transportation since 2013.

A new look and feel for Momentous

International company Momentous has rebranded to better align to its core areas of specialist logistics.

International removals: moving with the times

In this tech- and talent-driven age, people are returning to the heart of relocation. FIDI Global Alliance’s Magali Horbert caught up with Ruth Holmes to talk customer experience, the new accreditation for destination service providers and the body’s new direction and leadership.

Don’t rely on luck when choosing a moving partner

Removals trade association announce payment guarantee scheme