Knight Frank the leading independent global property consultancy, has expanded its European operations into Switzerland, aligning with Partner Real Estate AG, an established specialist local real estate advisors, starting from the 1st January 2015.
There will be two co –branded Commercial offices operating from Zurich and Geneva, building on the already established Residential platform of 12 representative offices across the country and in particular, throughout the Swiss Rommande via Naef Prestige.
The business in Zurich will be headed by Abi Pranjes and Urs Kueng, who have worked together for more than twenty years, and will cover the core commercial service lines of investment, valuation, high street retail and global corporate services including tenant representation. Likewise in Geneva, where the business will be headed by Robert Curzon-Price.
Chris Bell, managing director of Europe at Knight Frank said: “Switzerland is one of the strongest European markets and we want to make sure we are capitalising on any opportunities that arise, working with the best local experts in the market and, at the same time, continuing to expand our European platform. Partner Real Estate AG are a great fit for our brand and culture, bringing exceptional local market knowledge and client base.”
Abi Pranjes, co-owner of Partner Real Estate AG in Zurich said: “With Knight Frank, we are expanding our international network and are able to provide our clients with more efficient and targeted support and assistance. Our clients can expect to receive a tailored and high-quality service. This can be achieved by expanding our international network with a leading global partner. We are pleased and proud of our association with Knight Frank and very much look forward to working together in the future.“
There will be two co –branded Commercial offices operating from Zurich and Geneva, building on the already established Residential platform of 12 representative offices across the country and in particular, throughout the Swiss Rommande via Naef Prestige.
The business in Zurich will be headed by Abi Pranjes and Urs Kueng, who have worked together for more than twenty years, and will cover the core commercial service lines of investment, valuation, high street retail and global corporate services including tenant representation. Likewise in Geneva, where the business will be headed by Robert Curzon-Price.
Chris Bell, managing director of Europe at Knight Frank said: “Switzerland is one of the strongest European markets and we want to make sure we are capitalising on any opportunities that arise, working with the best local experts in the market and, at the same time, continuing to expand our European platform. Partner Real Estate AG are a great fit for our brand and culture, bringing exceptional local market knowledge and client base.”
Abi Pranjes, co-owner of Partner Real Estate AG in Zurich said: “With Knight Frank, we are expanding our international network and are able to provide our clients with more efficient and targeted support and assistance. Our clients can expect to receive a tailored and high-quality service. This can be achieved by expanding our international network with a leading global partner. We are pleased and proud of our association with Knight Frank and very much look forward to working together in the future.“
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