We would like to thank our partners, in the construction and property sectors, at MIPIM 2008. In addition, we will shortly present their business and how each of them contributes to a sustainable growth in the region. Many of them are also active in the global market. The Göteborg Region is undergoing an expansive phase with interesting investments and important strategic city development projects. Alaska Fastigheter — a major property developer of Sisjö Köpstad, one of Sweden´s fastest growing retail parks, situated south of Göteborg, famous for trade, shipping, business, and tourism. 20 000 people visit Sisjö Köpstad daily. 150 000 people live nearby and the purchasing power is high. Developers have invested in new roads, sidewalks, and bicycle paths. www.alaska.se
Aspelin-Ramm Fastigheter — initiates and develops property projects in the Göteborg Region. Mainly shops and mixed premises but recently also hotels and residential properties. 421 is the newest commercial center in Göteborg where an old factory transformed into an attractive, popular commercial center where all leading Scandinavian retail chains are represented. www.aspelin-ramm.se
Eklandia Fastighets AB and Harry Sjögren AB — mainly office, retail, warehouse, logistics, and industrial premises in attractive locations in Greater Göteborg Area. For these companies, environmental work is both financially profitable and leads to better quality in property administration. This work began 10 years ago and is today a natural part of its day-to-day operations. The greatest environmental impact is in the areas of energy consumption and material selection in their properties which is where they focus their environmental work. www.eklandia.se, www.harrysjogren.se
Chalmers Estates and Facilities Management — sustainable campuses — sustainable development is part of Chalmers´ core value as well as an area of strength for the university. The task for this university subsidiary is to create campuses that inspire students, researchers, and others. Campuses that “live" the high sustainability ambitions of the university. www.chalmersfastigheter.se
Diligentia — the focus is on office space, retail/commercial properties and residential buildings. Diligentia is deeply involved in long-term environmental issues both concerning current projects and in the present real estate management. www.diligentia.se
The Framtiden Group — owned by the city of Göteborg and offers housing to all types of housing consumers. They have for many years been deeply committed to creating sustainable development through various initiatives. One subsidiary of the group built the first passive houses in Sweden in the early 2000. From 2009 on, at least 40 % of all new properties built by this group will be passive buildings. www.framtiden.se
Higabgruppen — a part of the Göteborg City Group and a large real estate player in Göteborg since it manages several of the city´s most recognized buildings. One current project is the new soccer arena which began last year and will be ready in a year. Aims to be cost-effective partner who can provide attractive premises where customers from both private and public business sectors receive good service. www.higab.se
NCC Property Development— one of the leading players in the Nordic Region. NCC contributes to a long-term growth and sustainable development of the society. NCC aims at building healthy environments, striving to reduce the impact on the climate with focus on energy and transportation, reducing the use of hazardous substances and contributing to recycling. www.ncc.se
Skanska — building with low energy consumption is not new to Skanska. It was the first company in the Swedish construction industry to be awarded environmental certification in all their business operations. Like NCC, Skanska also participates in the European Commission´s Green Building Programme, GBP. The office block in Gårda in Göteborg will consume 25 % less energy than similar buildings and will have the honor of being Göteborg´s very first GreenBuilding. www.skanska.se
Wallenstam — a property development company that administers, develops, and builds property for sustainable housing and business. The 100 % focus is on energy-efficient construction of rental property in particular, but also owner-occupied apartments and commercial properties. www.wallenstam.se
Vasakronan — one of Sweden´s leading property owners with an extensive responsibility for working to achieve sustainable development and thereby reducing climate impact. Vasakronan´s energy consumption is 25 % lower than the average in Sweden. www.vasakronan.se
Vinge — one of the leading law firms inSwedenand experts in construction and contracting law which often leads to their involvement in the largest building projects in Sweden. Vinge also holds expertise in financing and cooperation agreements. www.vinge.se
Wistrand — legal advisors of Wistrand provide support on acquisitions of real estate and real estate companies. The legal issues surrounding the environment, energy and sustainable development are increasingly important for companies, banks, insurers, municipalities and government agencies. Wistrand has acquired specialized expertise in this field. www.wistrand.se
Älvstranden Utveckling — is creating more opportunities for the future with the construction of20 000 m2of modern, purpose-built premises for offices and development activities in this successful and internationally recognized centre for research and development. www.alvstranden.com
