Cushman & Wakefield is continuing to expand its business platform in the logistics sector in Germany: with effect from 1 July 2026, Rainer Koepke will assume the position of Head of Logistics Agency Germany. He will be based in Frankfurt and report to Mario Herbst, Head of Leasing & Tenant Representation Germany.
Following the appointment of Maximilian Wüstefeld as Head of Logistics & Industrial Capital Markets Germany, effective 1 August 2026, this hire represents a further step in expanding Cushman & Wakefield’s logistics business and strengthening its position in an increasingly competitive market environment.
Rainer Koepke is regarded as one of the leading logistics real estate experts in the German market. He joins from CBRE, where he has held various senior roles since 2015 – most recently as Senior Advisor Industrial & Logistics Leasing, having previously served as Head of Industrial & Logistics Leasing Germany. Prior to that, Koepke spent more than 20 years shaping JLL’s logistics advisory business, most recently as Head of Industrial Germany. With his extensive market knowledge, broad client network and experience in the strategic development of logistics teams, he is widely recognised as a leading industry expert in Germany.
Pierre Nolte, CEO Germany at Cushman & Wakefield, said:
“With Rainer Koepke, we are gaining a leader who strengthens teams, develops client relationships in a targeted manner and provides clear impetus for our growth. He has played a significant role in shaping this market over decades. His experience and network will further reinforce our growth trajectory.”
Mario Herbst, Head of Leasing & Tenant Representation Germany at Cushman & Wakefield, added:
“Rainer Koepke combines deep market insight, a strong client focus and high professional standards with a team-oriented, solution-driven approach. He will further develop our logistics leasing business, expand our nationwide team and deliver additional quality to our clients. With Rainer Koepke, we are strategically enhancing our advisory and brokerage expertise in the logistics sector and sending a strong signal to the market in challenging times.”
