Europe

Two years ago, GSL News reported that Ireland's push to become a destination of choice for international students was gaining traction. While Australia, Canada...

DeA Capital Real Estate, Invesco Real Estate, and Banque des Territoires have jointly acquired two former office buildings in Issy-les-Moulineaux and Boulogne-Billancourt, France, for around €300 million to convert into student accommodation.

The Dutch government will increase annual funding for shared student accommodation from €25 million to between €60 million and €65 million starting in 2029, aiming to address the persistent national shortage of around 20,000 student rooms.

Livensa Group appointed Irene Gomez Luque as Chief Digital and Innovation Officer to lead its digital, data, and innovation strategy across its platform.

Nido Livensa Group, the leading European student accommodation platform backed by CPP Investments, has completed the disposal of five purpose-built student accommodation assets in Portugal as part of its active capital management strategy to accelerate growth across Europe.

OPRE Solutions has rebranded as OPRE Group, expanding its institutional-grade services to Developers, Investors, Lenders, and Operators across the rental living sector, reflecting significant growth and a broader service offering beyond its original investment advisory role.

The Dot Group appointed Ronen Journo as European CEO of Yugo, its global student living brand, to lead expansion and operational strategy across the UK and Europe amid recent portfolio growth in France, Poland, and Italy.

Livensa Living Barcelona Parallel offers a centrally located student residence in Barcelona, within walking distance of major landmarks including the Columbus Monument, La Rambla, and the Gothic Quarter, enhancing students’ urban experience.

Yugo has secured a long-term agreement with Italian developer Zanklon Capital to operate three new purpose-built student accommodation residences in Messina, Sicily, delivering 1,836 beds for the 2029/30 academic year and expanding Yugo’s Italian portfolio to over 5,500 beds across eight cities.

Twelve months ago, France looked like one of international education's clearest growth stories: rising enrolments, an ambitious government target, and a value proposition built...