TAKE-UP INCREASES SIGNIFICANTLY COMPARED TO PREVIOUS YEAR
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The logistics market Ruhr region made a solid start to 2025. With a registered take-up of 79,000 sqm, the long-term average was missed by around 29%. However, the previous year's figure was significantly exceeded by 76%, which can certainly be seen as a positive sign in light of the continuing weakness of the German economy and the increased risks to global trade. In addition, the number of contracts concluded is roughly in line with the long-term average. As is not unusual for the Ruhr region, owner-occupiers have not contributed to the take-up to date; accordingly, all registered agreements are rental contracts.
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Overall, there has been a slight increase in demand since the beginning of the year, with Asian companies currently standing out in particular, some of which are looking for large-scale availability at short notice. In line with this, the largest contract of the year to date was signed by a Chinese logistics service provider. Shaoke Logistics has rented 22,800 sqm in Bönen. The company specialises in handling logistics for large Chinese online retailers.
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As demand in the market area is currently offset by a balanced supply of modern logistics space, a sideways movement in rents has been observed since the beginning of the year. The prime rent remains unchanged at €7.60 per sqm and is being achieved in the Duisburg area. The average rent for the entire market area remains at €6.40 per sqm.