CBRE advised on purchase of ‘prime’ North Sydney office development
CBRE Global Investors has been advised on the acquisition of an office development in North Sydney.

Firm: Allens (CBRE Global Investors).
Allens advised on all aspects of the transaction, including the acquisition and fund-through arrangements, FIRB, fund establishment and finance arrangements.
Allens’ global alliance partner, Linklaters, advised on the German law elements.
Area: Commercial property.
Value: Undisclosed.
Key players: The Allens team was led by partner Michael Graves, who was supported by partners Geoff Sanders, Warwick Newell, managing associate Tim Chislett, senior overseas practitioner Kirsty Mackay, senior associates Avan Jussawalla, Helen Mallaby, Ben van Weel and Phil Marquet.
Deal significance: The office tower, which is due to be completed in 2020, will include first-class amenities, a rooftop terrace and lobby café.
“We were pleased to advise leading global asset manager, CBRE Global Investors, on the acquisition of what will be Zurich’s future headquarters in Australia,” said Mr Graves.
“Institutional investors, from Australia and around the world, are increasingly looking to acquire assets in North Sydney, a precinct that’s transforming into one of Australia’s key commercial hubs.”

Jerome Doraisamy
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