A total of 64,000 sqm of new retail space was added to Poland’s biggest retail market, Warsaw, according to most recent report from JLL. In all, the city is now offering about 1.65 million sqm of retail space, including retail centers (more than 1.14 million sqm of space), retail parks (265,000 sqm), large-scale retail warehouses (186,000 sqm) and outlet centers (56,000 sqm).
The biggest portion of this new supply, 49,000 sqm, was added to existing retail centers such as Wola Park, MODO Domy Mody, Ferio Wawer, Royal Wilanów, Factory Ursus -rozbudowa, and Plac Vogla.
“Warsaw remains the bridgehead for debuts and expansions for numerous foreign brands, especially those looking for prestigious locations. In 2015, the Warsaw market saw the debuts of international fashion chains – Superdry, Kiabi and Courir, and cosmetics brands – Origins. The food and restaurant sector has also grown as Paul, Fuddruckers, Dairy Queen, Benihana, and Dunkin’ Donuts have also entered the market,” comments Anna Wysocka, Head of Retail Agency at JLL.
