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The third fund of the ARETE group has completed the acquisition of the production site in Beluša, Slovakia, which is leased by Booster Precision Components. The value of the transaction exceeded EUR 10 million

The third fund of the ARETE Group focused on quality industrial and logistics assets in the region of Central and Eastern Europe has completed the acquisition of the Booster Precision Components production site in the form of a sale-and-leaseback. Booster Precision Components, a company belonging to the German Booster Group, which operates on 3 continents and is primarily engaged in precision machining, remains the long-term tenant of the complex. There is a modern Center of Excellence for Variable Turbine Geometry in Beluša, Slovakia.

“Completion of the acquisition of the production plant in Beluša, 40 km from Žilina, strengthens our third fund’s position on the Slovak market. A tenant with state-of-the-art technology represents a long-term and stable partner for our fund. Since 1986, the Booster group has focused on precision machining, complex assembly and provides top production solutions worldwide not only for automotive. The Center of Excellence of the Group for Variable Turbine Geometry, which specializes in precision machining of special alloys and complex assemblies, will continue in our premises. Welcome to Booster Precision Components in our portfolio of premium tenants. We would also like to appreciate the constructive and openness of the Booster representatives,” said Lubor Svoboda, co-founder of the ARETE group.

Roland Grijpma, CEO of Booster Precision Components, adds: “With the ARETE Group we have found a top player in industrial real estate management that allows us to focus on our operational activities. Booster Beluša is on the brink of significant changes and enlarging its footprint inside the automotive industry by focusing on electrical mobility but also in Hydraulics, Medical and other strong markets where high precision machining of special alloys and complex assemblies are key.”

“The modern production area with almost 12,000 m2 of leasable area is fully in line with our diversified real estate portfolio strategy. Manufacturing companies with a long-term lease represent a stabilizing element. We are planning the gradual introduction of renewable energy sources and BREEAM certification will be a matter of course. We already consider these activities to be essential for achieving long-term sustainability and meeting environmental standards,” concludes Robert Ides, the second co-founder of the ARETE Group.

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    • Grid system: 12 x 24 m 
    • Clear height: 11,5 m 
    • Building structurre: reinforced concrete prefabrocated skeleton 
    • Fire safety: EPS, SHZ and next 
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    Hall 1

    • Grid system: 12 x 24 m 
    • Clear height: 11,5 m 
    • Building structurre: reinforced concrete prefabrocated skeleton 
    • Fire safety: EPS, SHZ (ESFR), ZOKT and next 
    • Floor load capacity: 5 t/m2 
    • Lighting: LED 
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    Hall 2

    • Grid system: 12 x 24 m 
    • Clear height: 11,5 m 
    • Building structurre: reinforced concrete prefabrocated skeleton 
    • Fire safety: EPS, SHZ (ESFR), ZOKT and next 
    • Floor load capacity: 5 t/m2 Lighting: LED 
    • Facade: mineral wool, U = 0,24 W/m2K 
    • Roof: mineral wool, U = min. 0,28 W/m2K 
    • Heating in offices: min. +20° C 
    • Air condition: as standard in offices

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    • Lighting: LED 
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    • Camera system: yes 
    • Facade: Mineral panels

    Robert Ides

    The co-founder and managing partner of ARETE oversees the group’s strategy, the development of real estate projects, and business activities in the energy sector.

    Robert has more than 20 years of advisory experience. Prior to founding ARETE, he held several leadership positions focusing on complex international mergers, acquisitions, and strategic projects. He served in executive roles at AIG and Zurich Insurance Group, most recently as the Global Claims Business Architect in the General Insurance business division.

    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.

    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.

    Martin Pacovsky

    Is the Chief Investment Officer at ARETE for our energy infrastructure 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.

    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.

    Jiri Krol

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

    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.