Occupiers
Optimising the efficiency of your property
Your business needs your property to work for you, whether you have a network of leased properties or you are planning a new headquarters building to increase employee satisfaction. Whatever your business situation your property strategy needs to be adapted for your business needs. BNP Paribas Real Estate is known for its understanding of corporate and public sector occupiers which means we can see things from your perspective, enabling us to build the right strategy for you.
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Redeveloping the global head office of Schneider electric-
Following ourredevelopment of its original building Schneider electric moved into its new global head office that we built on the site.
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Saving £2.45m by challenging the superior landlord service charge
We robustly challenged 2 years service charges which included huge year on year increases
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Reducing risk and improving workplace for Double Negative’s expanding London business
Negotiation of new lease and agreement for lease at 160 Great Portland street.
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Helping Royal Mail reduce its rental outcome by £3m over the review period.
Rent review on a 220,000 sqft warehouse for Royal Mail, generating savings of £3m over the review period.
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Achieving a major sale & leaseback of £36.7m on a portfolio of 5 Premier Inn properties in 2009 and then a further £53.8m on a portfolio of 7 properties in 2011.
The completion of the first two phases of a sale and leaseback programme for Whitbread, to expand their source of funds thereby supporting future growth.
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Mothballing 60 retail properties in a month and then managing the depletion of the residual portfolio.
We mothballed 60 retail properties in a month and then acted as the managing agent on behalf of the receiver and guarantor. Our agency team also dealt with some of the disposals.
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Helping Aviva to reduce its rates costs over a 20 month period with total savings of £2.5m
Instructed to minimise the rates liability under the 2005 and 2010 Rating Lists, which to date has delivered savings in excess of £2.5m.
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How a reduction in rateable value in Midsummer Arcade led to savings of over £1m across the South East portfolio of large retail units.
Minimising River Island’s rates liability on this property through innovative ideas
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Aligning the Post Office Limited’s business strategy
POL undertook a National Crown Office Refurbishment Project including over 220 managed by BNPPRE. The main purpose of the project was to roll out the new corporate image of POL and modernise existing Crown Offices.
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Helping Centrica deliver its objective to secure a new sustainable headquarters for its growing British Gas Business brand
Relocation of British Gas Business to a new 100,000 sqft headquarters in Oxford. A rare example of a full pre-let deal in the south East market. Assisted client with business planning in respect of current leases on 3 properties in the Oxford area, expiring in Q1 2013. effected critical path 'timeline' in assistng delivery...
Expertise across all property sectors: whether your requirements are in retail, industrial and logistics, hotels or offices, public or private sector, our experts in these fields can help you make the right property decisions
Track record in cost management and rationalisation: we have a strong track record in reducing costs for our occupier clients. We can help you rationalise your property holdings to assist your business efficiency
Rent and property value benchmarking capabilities: Our knowledge of transactions and market prices enables us to identify opportunities for you to make savings.
Combining a strategic, financial and operational approach: our experts are able to use this approach to draw up tailored recommendations to support your decisions
Serving all types of client, from SMEs to major groups: regardless of your size, existing locations and business sector, our experts can advise and guide you in your property requirements
Local knowledge on a global scale: wherever your operations are based, our experts are on the ground providing local and international solutions
Client Solutions, bespoke services for major clients: we can provide you with a dedicated account manager who will work closely with you to build a long term relationship, develop a comprehensive strategy, provide tailored solutions and coordinate our experts and services.
Developing your property strategy Review and analysis of your portfolio and recommendations | Support and guidance for your property projects Site search and selection (land or buildings) Support and guidance in completing the transaction/negotiation |
Property cost optimisation Financial modelling, impact analysis, P&L and cash flow Outsourcing, asset disposal, data room set-up and monitoring | Operational management of your properties Technical maintenance of properties Service provider coordination and monitoring/taking over management on the user's behalf |



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