The Canadian firm is strategically enhancing its logistics facilities, within Asia and globally, with a focus on urban centres and advanced technologies needed to meet e-commerce demand.
The warehousing and logistics sectors have undergone significant transformation driven by the rise of e-commerce, throwing up new and evolving opportunities for institutional investors.
Along with boosting its logistics portfolio, the Dutch pension fund manager's latest investment aligns with a growing trend among institutional investors who are increasingly opting for open-ended fund structures.
The US-based asset manager plans to ramp up hiring in the region as it tailors offerings to meet demand from family offices as well as enhance its alternative asset capabilities.
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