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Agency Leasing Services

Driving optimised leasing investments
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Our Agency Leasing advisors do more than simply let space.

We turn vacancy into opportunity by securing the right tenants for your assets. Through smart leasing strategies, creative marketing and deep market insight, our team optimises rental income and delivers sustainable occupancy levels.

A thorough understanding of Dutch market dynamics is essential. We combine insight into local tenant requirements and regulatory frameworks to translate leasing challenges into tangible results for your portfolio.

What Sets Us Apart

Strategic Leasing Potential

We assess investment goals, tenant profiles, financing structures, assets characteristics and submarket dynamics to develop leasing strategies that maximise returns Our approach reflects the nuances of Dutch lease legislation and tenant preferences specific to the Netherlands.

Data-driven advisor

We continuously analyse market dynamics, tenant search behaviour and developments in current and future supply. By systematically capturing this data and combining it with our day-to-day market knowledge, we translate trends and movements into actionable insights. This enables our clients to make well-informed decisions on positioning, timing and pricing, creating a demonstrable competitive advantage in an increasingly complex market.

Optimised marketing for each asset

Our leasing specialists work closely with creative teams, technology platforms and digital marketing experts to maximise market visibility for each asset. This integrated approach connects landlords with qualified occupiers faster and more effectively.

Leadership in sustainability

Where possible we advise on incorporating energy efficiency and sustainability provisions into lease agreements, in line with Dutch environmental legislation. This supports long-term value creation for the asset.

Seamless Execution

We monitor market developments leverage an extensive tenant network and analyse occupier requirements to approach the market in a structured and proactive way. This enables us to identify opportunities early, reduce vacancy periods and secure optimal lease terms.

Services

Complementary Services



Asset Services


Our teams work closely with leasing advisors to position assets optimally for tenant attraction. We assess asset condition, plan capital expenditure and monitor performance, fully aligned with the Dutch market.

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Project & Development Services


We support landlords in developing leasing strategies for new developments and repositioned assets. Our advisors ensure spaces meet tenant requirements and comply with Dutch regulations.

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Rethinking Properties


We unlock new potential in underperforming assets through strategic repositioning, adaptive reuse and analysis of alternative uses, responding to evolving tenant needs and market trends.

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Specialisation

Industry Expertise



Office


The Dutch office market demands advanced leasing strategies that respond to hybrid working, ESG and user experience. We attract high quality tenants through targeted marketing, flexible lease structures and optimised amenities.

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Industrial & Logistics


As Europe’s logistics gateway, the Dutch industrial sector requires strategic leasing. We connect landlords with logistics, manufacturing and e commerce occupiers seeking well located facilities across the Netherlands.

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Retail 


The Dutch retail market continues to evolve, requiring insight into omnichannel and experience led retail concepts. We support landlords in optimising tenant mix and negotiating lease terms to position assets for stable and sustainable performance.

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Team

Sander van Tuijl The Netherlands
Sander van Tuijl

Partner (EMEA Grade - Partner)
Eindhoven, The Netherlands

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Diederik Oord

Partner (EMEA Grade - Partner)
Enschede, The Netherlands

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Patrick Hooft Graafland

Partner (EMEA Grade - Partner)
Amsterdam, The Netherlands

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Research

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MarketBeat

Netherlands MarketBeats

MarketBeat reports highlight key themes across the economy, demand, rents, vacancy and supply, yields, and investment activity. Read the reports for the full overviews.
Jos Hesselink • 28/07/2026
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Insights • Economy

Outlook 2024 MIPIM Edition

In de speciale MIPIM Editie van onze Outlook geven wij voorspellingen over de transactiedynamiek op de verschillende beleggings- en gebruikersmarkten op basis van eigen visie en transactiedata. De prognose gaat over de ontwikkelingen op de kantorenmarkt, retail, woningen en de markt voor logistiek en bedrijfsmatig vastgoed.
12/03/2024
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Insights • Investment / Capital Markets

Fear of sharp price corrections due to high financing costs

Higher financing costs are a major reason why sentiment in the real estate investment market and for property development has turned abruptly in recent months. In several segments, interest costs are already substantially higher than initial yields. 'The math simply doesn't add up.'
Maud Visschedijk • 17/11/2022
OFFICE FLIGHT TO QUALITY SPURS TALENT WAR AS FLEXIBLE WORKING IS HERE TO STAY
Research • Workplace

The 7 dynamics of the New Work Paradigm

The pandemic has reshaped the equilibrium between people, technology, offices and their organization. The new dynamics that arised from the traditional pillars of work should be explored, while also evaluating the opportunities and risks for both organizations and employees.
16/09/2022
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Insights • Workplace

Gender solidarity in the Netherlands

The Netherlands is arguably one of the most gender equal countries in the world. It ranks 5th in the EU on the Gender Equality Index and was the first country in the world to legalize same-sex marriages. However, we continue to face a major challenge in reaching equality between women and men.
07/03/2022
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Insights • Workplace

Upcoming shortage in the office market pending

The latest figures from Cushman & Wakefield show that the commissioning of office space in 2021 will amount to 1,040,000 m2.
Jos Hesselink • 03/01/2022
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Insights • Sustainability / ESG

Climate risk

Climate risk is now a reality which will impact current and future value of property. When we talk about climate risk, we invariably mean one of two things – the transitional risk of moving towards a low carbon economy or the physical risks associated with climate change.
Jos Hesselink • 29/09/2021
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Insights

Podcasts - The Value Of

In the podcast series 'The Value Of...', several Cushman & Wakefield commercial real estate experts discuss what they value.
06/08/2021
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Insights

Restructuring & Insolvency

These are uncertain times for everyone, but for entrepreneurs in particular.
Diederik Oord • 08/07/2021
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Insights • Sustainability / ESG

The city after COVID-19

COVID-19 shows our vulnerability. At the same time, it gives us insight into how we should improve the quality of life in our cities in a future-proof way. Anticipating population growth, climate change, health and our continuing need to live, work and stay in cities.
Jos Hesselink • 22/04/2021
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Insights

The Randstad is emptying out

The initial cause of this has everything to do with supply and demand. For years there has been a chronic shortage of affordable housing in the Randstad, the economic heart of the Netherlands. This applies to both starters in the buyers' market and middle incomes in the tenant market.
Jos Hesselink • 25/03/2021
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Insights • Sustainability / ESG

City streets should not have cars

The arrival of the car has radically changed the spatial development of our cities and the infrastructure in the Netherlands.
In order to bring cars and freight traffic safely and quickly from A to B, highways and motorways, bridges and viaducts, traffic lights and pedestrian crossings were necessary.
Jos Hesselink • 25/02/2021
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Frequently Asked Questions

We offer comprehensive landlord representation services, including tenant sourcing, lease negotiations, market analysis, property marketing, and transaction management. These services are customised to each property type and landlord objective, with expertise in Dutch lease laws, local market dynamics, and tenant requirements across office, industrial, and retail sectors.

We evaluate comparable transactions, current market conditions, property features, location benefits, and tenant demand trends to establish competitive rental rates. Our approach uses real-time data, submarket insights, and property-specific details to maximise returns for landlords.

We conduct thorough tenant screening processes, assessing financial stability, business reliability, lease term requirements, and space usage plans. This includes credit checks, reference verification, and evaluation of tenant fit within the property and market context, ensuring landlords secure dependable, long-term tenants.

Leasing timelines vary by property type, market conditions, and tenant requirements. Office leases often take three to six months, while industrial leases may require more time due to specific operational needs. We streamline this process with proactive marketing, vetted tenant pipelines, and efficient transaction coordination.

Sustainability is increasingly vital in the Dutch market, with tenants prioritising energy-efficient buildings and ESG compliance. We incorporate green clauses into leases, advise on energy label improvements, and position properties to attract environmentally conscious tenants while meeting regulations.

We use targeted marketing campaigns that combine digital platforms, broker networks, direct tenant outreach, and strategic advertising. This integrated strategy showcases property strengths, market positioning, and creative content to attract qualified tenants and maximise exposure across the Netherlands.

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