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The Czech Fund Arete Invest has extended to include an industrial estate for EUR 10 million in its portfolio

Arete Invest, a Czech fast growing fund focused on investments in the field of real estate, completed its first acquisition of this year. It is a purchase of an industrial estate right by the D1 highway in Vyškov, which is fully leased to Rompa, a supplier of plastic components. The financial volume of the transaction was about EUR 10 million. 

“Completion of this transaction took us more than two and a half years but all the effort will surely be rewarding to us as well as to our investors. Clearing old disputes and further planned development should considerably increase the value of the entire estate which newly belongs to our portfolio.  We presume that the appreciation  has already reached 20 %, now that the transaction has been completed says Lubor Svoboda, Co-founder and Chairman of the Administrative Board of the Arete Invest fund.

The A-class industrial estate covers 10,400 m2 of the leasable area with the option to enlarge it by an additional 3,700 m2; the commencement of further construction in a part of the premises is planned for. The premises are 100 % leased to the multinational company Rompa, which focuses on the processing of plastics for the automotive and other industries and plastics for household products or packaging material. The company´s clients include brand names such as Siemens, Braun, Philips and Bosch. “The real estate is very well situated right next to the highway; it is a part of the local industrial park, and there is a sufficient quality labour force in the region, which, in itself, increases the value of the transaction,“ says Tomáš Novotný, Member of Investment Committee of the Sub-fund Arete Invest CEE II in charge of asset management.

The acquisition of the industrial estate was commenced in June 2015. In the first stage, it involved an overall restructuring of legal and economic relations between the owner, the developer providing the construction and third parties. Only after all the legal and trade disputes had been settled was real estate itself purchased into the fund portfolio. Several law and consultancy firms and banks (e.g. Kocián Šolc Balaštík, Kinstellar, Contractis, Knight Frank, Raiffeisenbank and Havel & Partners) were involved due to the complexity of the whole process.

Like in case of other real estate in the portfolio, the objective of the Arete Invest fund is  to actively manage the purchased industrial estate and appreciate it further, for example by means of extending lease agreements, deepening relationships with the lessee or using lots that are still vacant for future construction.

The new real estate in Vyškov has become a part of the the sub-fund of Arete Invest CEE II, which is currently open. The anticipated value of the administered assets of this sub-fund in the course of an expected five-year investment cycle is EUR 200 million. The sub-fund aims at the continuous appreciation of the invested investors´ funds in an amount up to 11 % per year; of which up to 6 % per year is monetary distribution paid out on a quarterly basis. The current return significantly exceeds these notified values.  According to the results published most recently, the cumulated gross return of the sub-fund Arete Invest CEE II reached 40.5 % at the end of the third quarter of 2017. As of the same date (i.e. before further appreciation and now before the announced acquisition), the value of the managed real estate in the possession of the fund increased to EUR 54.8 million.

Alica Koblovská

působí jako vedoucí právního oddělení skupiny ARETE a má více než desetiletí rozsáhlých právních zkušeností v oblasti podnikových financí, M&A a compliance. Dohlíží na veškerou právní agendu skupiny ARETE a působí jako strategický poradce, který dohlíží na dodržování předpisů u komplexních fondových struktur.

Alica zastávala významné právní funkce, včetně pozice generálního právního zástupce ve společnosti Bakala Capital, kde řídila právní záležitosti pro Zdenka Bakalu, přední family office. Předtím pracovala jako právník ve společnosti Kocián Šolc Balaštík v Praze.

Alica získala magisterský titul v oboru právo na Masarykově univerzitě v Brně s mezinárodní účastí na univerzitě Paul Cezanne.

 

Alica Koblovska

Serves as the Chief Legal Officer at ARETE, bringing over a decade of extensive legal expertise in corporate finance, M&A, and compliance. She oversees the entire legal agenda of ARETE and acts as a key strategic advisor, overseeing compliance for our complex fund structures.

Alica has held significant legal roles, including the position of General Counsel at Bakala Capital, where she managed legal affairs for Zdenek Bakala, a leading family office. Before this, she worked as a layer with Kocian Solc Balastik in Prague.

Alica holds a Master’s degree in Law from Masaryk University in Brno with international exposure at Paul Cezanne University.

 

Lubor Svoboda

Lubor má 25 let zkušeností s vedením realitních a private equity společností jako generální ředitel, s řízením úspěšných obchodních transakcí a právních restrukturalizací ve finančním a vysoce regulovaném prostředí. V posledních deseti letech se Lubor zaměřuje na správu fondů a strategické plánování. Vystudoval právo na Masarykově univerzitě v Brně a MBA na Prague International Business School.

 

Lubor Svoboda

Lubor has 25 years of experience leading real estate and private equity companies as a CEO, managing successful business transactions and legal restructurings in financial and highly regulated environments. Over the past ten years, Lubor has focused on fund management and strategic planning. He holds a Master’s degree in Law from Masaryk University in Brno and an MBA from the Prague International Business School.

 

Jiří Krol

člen dozorčí rady, má více než 20-letou praxe v řízením mezinárodních finančních institucí.

Martin Pacovsky

Is the Chief Investment Officer at ARETE for our energy transition strategy, with extensive experience in managing and developing energy assets, focused on advancing carbon-neutral strategies. With a strong track record in strategic planning and international market expansion, Martin has successfully led organizations through complex M&A processes, including guiding Pražská Plynárenská a.s. through the 2022 energy crisis as Chairman of the Board. His expertise encompasses risk management and stakeholder engagement.

Previously, Martin held senior roles at ČEZ Group, where he contributed significantly to renewable energy projects and international growth, such as overseeing the construction of Romania's largest onshore wind farm.

Martin holds an MSc from the University of Economics in Prague and an MBA from the Rochester Institute of Technology.

 

Martin Konecny

Serves as the company’s CFO, bringing a robust background in finance and economics, with extensive international experience. At ARETE, Martin is responsible for reporting and controlling on corporate and fund level for all entities in the Czech Republic, Poland and Slovakia.

Martin has over 30 years of experience, and a proven track record in corporate finance, operations, M&A, and portfolio management. Before joining ARETE, Martin served as a Group Head of Risks and Operations at P3 Logistics Parks, a logistics real estate investment manager with more than 3 billion AuM. His career includes 4 years as Country CFO at Citi Czech Republic and 15 years at KPMG, overseeing audits and compliance investigations.

Martin holds a Master’s degree in Economics, Finance and Trade from the Prague University of Economics and Business as well as an Executive MBA from the University of Bristol.

Robert Ides

Robert Ides, spoluzakladatel, je řídícím partnerem Arete Group. V roce 2014 byl součástí zakládajícího týmu a má více než 25 let zkušeností v poradenství. Dohlíží na strategii společnosti, a to jak v oblasti nemovitostí, tak v kategoriích aktiv energetické infrastruktury. Pod jeho vedením společnost úspěšně prodala dva realitní fondy a svým klientům přinesla vynikající výnosy. Před založením společnosti zastával Robert několik vedoucích pozic se zaměřením na komplexní mezinárodní fúze, akvizice a strategické projekty. Mimo jiné působil ve výkonných funkcích ve společnostech AIG a Zurich Insurance Group.

Robert je zkušený M&A profesionál a studoval v Praze

 

Robert Ides

Robert Ides, Co-Founder, is the Managing Partner of Arete Group. He was part of the founding team in 2014 and has over 25 years of advisory experience. He oversees company strategy, both real estate and energy infrastructure asset classes. Under his leadership, the company has successfully divested two real estate funds, delivering outstanding returns to its clients. Prior to founding the company, Robert held several leadership positions focusing on complex international mergers, acquisitions, and strategic projects. Among others, he served in executive roles at AIG and Zurich Insurance Group.

Robert is an experienced M&A professional and studied in Prague.

 

Miroslav Barnas

je Chief Investment Officer ve společnosti ARETE pro naši realitní strategii. Sestavil tým investičního managementu a dohlíží na získávání obchodů, řízení investic a realizaci pro ARETE INDUSTRIAL FUND.

S více než 20 lety profesionálních zkušeností v oblasti komerčních a rezidenčních nemovitostí je Miroslav ostříleným manažerem se zkušenostmi v poradenství firemním klientům i soukromým osobám v oblasti investic, oceňování, leasingu, vyjednávání, výstavby a facility managementu komerčních nemovitostí v České republice a na Slovensku. Miroslav vedl velké transakce přesahující 1 miliardu eur. Mezi jeho vedoucí role patří generální ředitel a ředitel kapitálových trhů ve společnosti Jones Lang LaSalle.

Miroslav je profesionálem MRICS a má magisterský titul na Ekonomické univerzitě v Bratislavě.

 

Miroslav Barnas

is the Chief Investment Officer at ARETE for our real estate strategy. He set up the investment management team and oversees deal sourcing, investment management and execution for the ARETE INDUSTRIAL FUND.

With over 20 years of professional track record in commercial and residential real estate, Miroslav is a seasoned executive with experience in advising corporate clients and private individuals on investment, valuation, leasing, negotiations, construction, and facility management of commercial properties in the Czech Republic and Slovakia. Miroslav has led major transactions exceeding €1 billion. His leadership roles include CEO and Head of Capital Markets at Jones Lang LaSalle.

Miroslav is an MRICS professional and holds a Master’s degree from the University of Economics in Bratislava.

Alica Koblovska

Serves as the Chief Legal Officer at ARETE, bringing over a decade of extensive legal expertise in corporate finance, M&A, and compliance. She oversees the entire legal agenda of ARETE and acts as a key strategic advisor, overseeing compliance for our complex fund structures.

Alica has held significant legal roles, including the position of General Counsel at Bakala Capital, where she managed legal affairs for Zdenek Bakala, a leading family office. Before this, she worked as a layer with Kocian Solc Balastik in Prague.

Alica holds a Master’s degree in Law from Masaryk University in Brno with international exposure at Paul Cezanne University.

 

Jiri Krol

A supervisory board member, with over 20 years of experience in managing international financial institutions.

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      Martin Konečný

      Působí jako finanční ředitel společnosti, přináší robustní zázemí v oblasti financí a ekonomiky a má rozsáhlé mezinárodní zkušenosti. Martin je ve společnosti ARETE zodpovědný za reporting a controlling na korporátní a fondové úrovni pro všechny subjekty v České republice, Polsku a na Slovensku.

      Martin má více než 30 let zkušeností a prokazatelnou historii v oblasti podnikových financí, operací, fúzí a akvizic a správy portfolia. Před nástupem do ARETE působil Martin jako Group Head of Risks and Operations ve společnosti P3 Logistics Parks, manažer investic do logistických nemovitostí s více než 3 miliardami AuM. Jeho kariéra zahrnuje 4 roky jako Country CFO v Citi Česká republika a 15 let v KPMG, kde dohlíží na audity a šetření shody.

      Martin je držitelem magisterského titulu v oboru ekonomie, financí a obchodu na Vysoké škole ekonomické a obchodní v Praze a Executive MBA na University of Bristol.

       

      Martin Pacovský

      Je Chief Investment Officer ve společnosti ARETE pro naši strategii energetického přechodu, s rozsáhlými zkušenostmi se správou a rozvojem energetických aktiv se zaměřením na prosazování uhlíkově neutrálních strategií. Martin se silnými zkušenostmi ve strategickém plánování a expanzi na mezinárodním trhu úspěšně vedl organizace komplexními procesy M&A, včetně vedení Pražské plynárenské a.s. přes energetickou krizi v roce 2022 jako předseda představenstva. Jeho odborné znalosti zahrnují řízení rizik a zapojení zainteresovaných stran.

      Martin dříve zastával vedoucí pozice ve Skupině ČEZ, kde se významně podílel na projektech obnovitelných zdrojů energie a mezinárodním růstu, například dohlížel na výstavbu největší rumunské pobřežní větrné farmy.

      Martin získal titul MSc na Vysoké škole ekonomické v Praze a titul MBA na Rochester Institute of Technology.

      Lubor Svoboda

      Lubor has 25 years of experience leading real estate and private equity companies as a CEO, managing successful business transactions and legal restructurings in financial and highly regulated environments. Over the past ten years, Lubor has focused on fund management and strategic planning. He holds a Master’s degree in Law from Masaryk University in Brno and an MBA from the Prague International Business School.

       

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