Logistics developer completes 28 new leases totalling 544,000 sqm in Q2, while expanding its European portfolio through new developments and acquisitions.

Marq Logistics has reported strong leasing momentum across its European portfolio, completing 28 new leases totalling 544,000 sqm during the second quarter of 2026, as demand for high-quality logistics facilities continues to strengthen.

The latest figures represent a 31% increase in leased space compared with the first quarter, when the company completed 21 leases covering 414,000 sqm. The performance highlights continued demand for strategically located logistics facilities across key European markets, with the company expecting the positive momentum to carry into Q3.

Alongside its leasing activity, Marq Logistics continued to expand its portfolio. At the end of Q2, the company owned 519 completed properties, providing 14.8 million sqm of gross lettable area (GLA), up from 496 properties and 14 million sqm at the end of the previous quarter.

Portfolio growth during the period included the completion of five developments, delivering a combined 345,000 sqm of additional lettable space, alongside 19 acquisitions totalling 516,000 sqm.

The company also has several developments underway across Europe, including Saint-Witz 1 and 2 and Alençon in France; Anagni 3 and Calderara in Italy; Brussels South in Belgium; and Villaverde 2 and 3 in Spain.

Daan van den Hoven, Partner and Head of European Logistics at Ares, said: “Marq Logistics’ Q2 performance and continued leasing momentum underscore the strength of demand across core European markets. This momentum reinforces our confidence in the quality and resilience of the portfolio and in Marq Logistics’ ability to continue meeting occupier demand across Europe.”

Leasing activity gathers pace across key European markets

Germany

In Germany, Marq Logistics has achieved full occupancy at Magna Park Kassel, an approximately 51,000 sqm logistics facility, following new agreements with a global transport and logistics provider and home improvement retailer BAUHAUS.

The company has also secured a further 13,000 sqm letting at Magna Park Hamburg-South in Bispingen to Soltau Logistics Centre.

Meanwhile, a Chinese third-party logistics (3PL) and e-commerce fulfilment provider has taken 9,000 sqm at Marq Logistics Duisburg, further strengthening occupancy at the property.

Spain

In Spain, Marq Logistics has leased 35,126 sqm at Magna Park Tauro in Illescas, Toledo, near Madrid, to a leading global contract logistics and supply chain solutions provider.

The customer took occupancy on 15 September 2026, adding to the company’s growing leasing activity in the Spanish market, where its Villaverde 2 and 3 developments are also progressing.

Italy

Marq Logistics has secured full occupancy at two recently completed Italian developments: the 50,000 sqm Marq Logistics Filago and the 22,000 sqm Marq Logistics Colleferro 2.

Both facilities have achieved BREEAM Excellent certification, reflecting their sustainability credentials.

The company has also completed the letting of an 8,000 sqm property in Verona. Together, the three transactions underline continued occupier demand for high-quality, strategically positioned logistics facilities in Italy’s key distribution markets.

United Kingdom

The company’s leasing momentum has also extended into the UK, with two additional lettings secured during Q3 at Northampton and Stevenage.

The agreements account for more than 15,000 sqm of logistics space, further contributing to Marq Logistics’ leasing performance across its European portfolio.

With increased leasing activity, a growing completed portfolio and a substantial development pipeline, Marq Logistics is continuing to strengthen its position in Europe’s logistics property market as demand for modern, well-located distribution facilities remains robust.