Ghelamco's Remarkable 2023 Journey: Development, Leadership, and Sustainability
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Leadership Changes and Expansion in Poland April 2023 witnessed leadership shifts at Ghelamco's Polish entities. Jarosław Zagórski, a 17-year veteran of the Belgian developer, assumed the role of Managing Director, while founder Paul Gheysens took over as President of the Management Board. The board was further strengthened with the addition of Michael Gheysens, Marie-Julie Gheysens, Chris Heggerick, and Rafał Gierczak.
Flagship Developments in Warsaw Focusing on Warsaw, Ghelamco's strategic investments centered around The Bridge skyscraper, set to be Poland's tallest, and the VIBE office complex. The Bridge, reaching 174 meters in height, emphasizes ecological and technological superiority, earning platinum-level certifications in SmartScore and WiredScore, as well as WELL, BREEAM, Green Building Standard, and "Object without barriers" systems. VIBE, with its unique musical DNA and advanced energy management system, is nearing completion.
Residential Success and ESG Commitment Ghelamco's residential endeavors thrived in 2023, with completed sales in Foksal 13/15 and ongoing developments in Close Piaseczno and Groen Konstancin. Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) issues remained at the forefront of Ghelamco's strategy, with the company joining international initiatives like Science Based Targets (SBTi) and the Climate Partnership program.
Awards and Recognition Ghelamco's outstanding contributions in 2023 were acknowledged through various awards, including the CEE Investment Award, PLGBC Green Building Award, Innovation Leader of the Year, Golden Compass, Energy Transformation Leader, and WiredScore Portfolio, showcasing the company's excellence and innovation across different domains. The Golden Clip was awarded for VIBE's unique communication using musical DNA.
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