AXA IM Alts acquires major logistics centre in the Netherlands
AXA IM Alts, a global leader in alternative investments with over €188 billion of assets under management, has acquired, on behalf of AXA IM Alts’ logistics strategy, a 61,000 sqm logistics centre in Bleiswijk, one of the Netherlands’ most established logistics hubs. The transaction represents one of AXA IM Alts’ largest logistics acquisitions in the Netherlands.
Completed in December 2020 and fully leased, the logistics centre comprises high-quality warehousing and office space and is strategically located within the Randstad region, offering direct access to major urban centres including Rotterdam, The Hague, and Utrecht. Its proximity to key motorway networks and multimodal transport infrastructure makes Bleiswijk a strategic location for national and international distribution. In line with AXA IM Alts’ commitment to acquire, develop and manage sustainable real estate assets with strong ESG credentials, the scheme achieved BREEAM Outstanding certification and features rooftop PV panels and heat pump systems.
This transaction expands AXA IM Alts’ €9 billion global logistics portfolio and deepens its exposure to the strategic Dutch market, characterised by robust fundamentals and constrained supply.
Bernard d’Ocquier, Head of Transactions Belgium, Netherlands & Luxembourg, AXA IM Alts, commented: “Having patiently monitored the Dutch logistics market for attractive entry points, this acquisition reflects our strong conviction in the fundamentals of the asset class and the resilience of the Randstad region. The asset is fully leased to a high-quality occupier with a strong market position, underpinned by diversified operations across both physical and online retail - sectors driving sustained demand as e-commerce continues to expand. Its grade-A specifications, sustainability credentials and strategic location make it fully aligned with our core investment strategy of targeting prime assets and building long-term partnerships with market-leading logistics occupiers.”
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Figures as at June 2025
About AXA IM Alts
AXA IM Alts is a business unit of AXA Investment Managers, part of the BNP Paribas Group since 1st July 2025 following the closing of its acquisition.
AXA IM Alts is a global leader in alternative investments with over €188 billion of assets under management comprising over €80 billion of primarily private real estate, €96 billion of private debt and alternative credit, as well as over €12 billion in Infrastructure and private equity.
We take a 360° approach to real estate & infrastructure investing with over €126 billion of assets under management in direct opportunities, held indirectly through debt and listed equities and via long term private equity investments into operating platforms. ESG is fully integrated into our investment decision making processes with a particular focus on decarbonization.
AXA IM Alts employs over 990 people located in 17 offices around the world and serves the needs of over 600 clients from Europe, North America, Asia Pacific and Middle East. We are the number one property portfolio and asset manager in Europe, and one of the largest worldwide.
All figures at end-June 2025
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