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Cushman & Wakefield and Corenet Global Release New Survey Results On “What Occupiers Want”
Cost remains king, but talent, flexibility, and service are reshaping real estate strategy globally
HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 2 July 2025 – Cushman & Wakefield (NYSE: CWK), in partnership with CoreNet Global, the global professional association for corporate real estate, has released new survey results revealing how corporate real estate (CRE) priorities are evolving in response to cost pressures, shifting organizational models, a stabilizing office footprint, and the growing demand for workplace flexibility and service.
Findings from the What Occupiers Want 2025 survey—reflecting the views of CRE decision-makers across the Americas (52%), EMEA (34%) and APAC (14%)—highlight an industry at a strategic crossroads, as companies balance traditional cost control measures with new imperatives around talent, culture, and portfolio agility. The views represent approximately 8.1 million employees globally and approximately 340M square feet of floor area.
“The survey shows that while cost discipline remains essential, organizations are increasingly recognizing that real estate decisions directly impact employee experience, engagement, and overall business performance,” said Despina Katsikakis, Global Lead, Total Workplace Consulting at Cushman & Wakefield. “This marks a critical opportunity for CRE leaders to shape strategies that deliver both financial and workforce value.”
Cost Still Reigns, but Uncertainty Dominates Decision-Making
Cost control remains the top driver of corporate real estate decisions globally, as CRE leaders face continued pressure to reduce or optimize spending. Financial KPIs—particularly cost, efficiency, and space utilization—still dominate strategy.
However, uncertainty looms large. Political instability, changing workplace behaviors, and unclear ROI metrics have left many organizations hesitant to act boldly. Compounding this, environmental, social, and governance (ESG) priorities—once on the rise—have slipped back to pre-2021 levels in global importance, though they remain a top concern in EMEA and APAC regions.
CRE Organizational Models Are Evolving—And Metrics Must Keep Pace
One of the report’s most striking findings: nearly one-third (29%) of companies that recently changed their CRE reporting structure now have real estate teams reporting to Human Resources.
“This shift highlights a growing understanding that corporate real estate is about people, culture, and experience—not just space and cost,” said Katsikakis. “But to make this evolution meaningful, organizations need new performance metrics that link workplace investments to employee experience, engagement, and productivity—not just financial outcomes.”
Despite these organizational changes, most companies continue to rely heavily on traditional financial measures. The report calls for a balanced scorecard approach that bridges the gap between cost control and workforce impact.
Downsizing Has Peaked as Occupiers Stabilize Portfolios
After several years of footprint reduction, the era of mass downsizing appears to be over. Only 32% of companies plan further space cuts, while 1 in 8 occupiers plan to expand their footprint. Meanwhile, average office lease sizes have grown by 13% since 2023.
Office utilization rates are stabilizing as well, with global occupancy levels settling between 51% and 60%—still below pre-pandemic norms but rising steadily as more firms implement structured return-to-office policies.
Landlords Must Step Up as the Office Becomes a Service
Tenants are demanding more from their landlords—85% of occupiers now expect landlords to provide enhanced amenities, services, and workplace experiences, and nearly half (46%) are willing to pay a premium for these upgrades.
Top-tier office space commands a nearly double-digit rental premium as a result. Yet there remains a gap between expectation and delivery: only 60% of employees believe their current workplace fully supports collaboration, relationships, and culture-building—the very elements that draw people back to the office.
Flexible Location Strategies Are the New Talent Imperative
Flexible hiring practices are now standard, with 61% of companies adapting their real estate strategies to access diverse talent pools across multiple geographies. Regional trends show varied approaches:
- In the Americas, hybrid and country-level hiring dominate.
- EMEA firms favor selective global hiring where presence already exists.
- APAC leads in expanding remote hiring options.
Technology talent remains in high demand, particularly in APAC, where growth outpaces that of the Americas and EMEA.
The 2025 What Occupiers Want survey reveals a CRE industry in transition: while cost pressures remain paramount, leading organizations are redefining value beyond financial savings.
“To drive meaningful impact, CRE leaders must champion new, integrated performance frameworks that reflect the true business value of the workplace,” said Katsikakis. “Real estate decisions are no longer just about the bottom line—they’re about workforce performance, culture, and competitive advantage.”
Spotlight: Chinese Mainland
On the Chinese mainland, occupier strategies are aligning with the broader Asia Pacific trends – but with distinct local drivers. Companies continue to prioritize cost optimization and footprint efficiency, but there is a growing shift toward premium office space in core business districts, especially among financial, professional services, and high-tech sectors.
Return-to-office policies are further along compared to other global markets, with hybrid models giving way to more structured, on-site work requirements. Occupiers are seeking environments that enhance collaboration, innovation, and talent retention – particularly in Shanghai, Beijing, and Shenzhen, where talent competition remains intense.
“Occupiers in China are increasingly focused on quality—not just in location and amenities, but in how the workplace supports business strategy and employee wellbeing,” said Jonathan Wei, Head of Project and Occupier Services, China at Cushman & Wakefield. “Landlords who can deliver integrated, experience-driven environments with flexible, tech-enabled solutions are strongly positioned to attract and retain long-term tenants.”
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About Cushman & Wakefield
Cushman & Wakefield (NYSE: CWK) is a leading global commercial real estate services firm for property owners and occupiers with approximately 52,000 employees in nearly 400 offices and 60 countries. In Greater China, a network of 23 offices serves local markets across the region. In 2024, the firm reported revenue of $9.4 billion across its core services of Valuation, Consulting, Project & Development Services, Capital Markets, Project & Occupier Services, Industrial & Logistics, Retail, and others. Built around the belief that Better never settles, the firm receives numerous industry and business accolades for its award-winning culture. For additional information, visit www.cushmanwakefield.com.hk or follow us on LinkedIn (
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Acquisition creates a fully integrated regional connectivity platform, enabling seamless, low-latency connectivity that supports ASEAN’s expanding digital economy
SINGAPORE/KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 13 December 2025 – SEAX Global (“SEAX”), a leading wholesale connectivity provider in Southeast Asia, today announced it has acquired a major stake in Interlink Telecom Public Company Limited (“ITEL”), a prominent Thai fixed network telecommunications provider.
This acquisition consolidates SEAX’s presence across Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia, and now Thailand, integrating ITEL’s nationwide fiber network infrastructure and telecommunications licences with SEAX’s regional subsea and terrestrial networks. By leveraging ITEL’s on-ground operational capabilities alongside SEAX’s cross-border reach, customers can expect faster deployment timelines, greater service flexibility, and more seamless regional connectivity.
ITEL Global, a new subsidiary formed to serve international requirements from both local and major global clientele, will continue managing operations within Thailand, preserving its local expertise and market familiarity while aligning with SEAX’s broader regional strategy to deliver a network footprint with unparalleled coverage, improved reliability, and a customer-centric approach throughout Southeast Asia.
Louis Teng, Group CEO of SEAX Global, said, “By bringing together our regional networks with ITEL’s deep local expertise in Thailand, we’re creating a powerful, customer-focused platform that can keep pace with the rapid digital transformation underway in ASEAN. This partnership enables us to deliver robust, low-latency connectivity solutions that meet the evolving needs of enterprises and digital ecosystems seeking seamless cross-border service.”
Dr. Nuttanai Anuntarumporn, Group CEO of Interlink Telecom, added, “Thailand’s digital infrastructure is evolving swiftly, and through collaboration with SEAX, we have the opportunity to become a regional seamless connectivity provider, developing and operating high-performance cross-border infrastructure connecting Thailand, Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Vietnam, and Hong Kong. Together, we will jointly build and operate this infrastructure, integrate our networks, and deliver seamless regional connectivity across ASEAN.”
McKinsey highlights that Southeast Asia’s digital economy is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate of nearly 20%, fuelled by rising digital adoption across businesses and consumers, and expanding digital services including cloud computing and online payments. This surge is driving robust demand for reliable fibre connectivity and cross-border data solutions critical for digital platforms, OTT providers, and multinational enterprises.
This strategic expansion creates an integrated end-to-end regional connectivity platform, improving network coverage, reliability, and service flexibility. SEAX’s SIJORI hub, covering Singapore, Johor Bahru, and Batam, complements Interlink’s Thailand network, critical as digital economy growth accelerates, especially via data centre and AI-related services.
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SEAX Global
SEAX Global is a privately funded, geopolitically neutral leader in Southeast Asia’s wholesale connectivity solutions. Established in 2013, SEAX specializes in submarine and terrestrial cable systems, cable landing stations, and data center colocation, providing seamless, high-performance connectivity across the region.
SEAX is owned by Forbes Asia Billionaire Dato’ Dr. Low Tuck Kwong’s family, the Singapore-born Indonesian entrepreneur best known as the founder of Bayan Resources and one of Southeast Asia’s wealthiest businessmen.
The company holds full operational licenses in Malaysia, Singapore, and Indonesia. These licenses uniquely allow SEAX to build and operate private fixed networks for dedicated or enterprise use. Leveraging its regulatory compliance, extensive network portfolio, and regional expertise, SEAX empowers businesses with reliable, scalable, and secure data transmission, supporting cross-border connectivity and exceptional customer service across Southeast Asia while positioning itself for continued growth and regional expansion.
Interlink Telecom
Interlink Telecom Public Company Limited (ITEL) is Thailand Telecommunications Network Service Provider, with a type 3 Telecommunications License from The National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC). ITEL provides telecommunication services through a fiber optic network nationwide in Thailand. The company offers various services, such as MPLS IP-VPN, dark fiber, wavelength, IPLC, as well as telecommunication network installation and broadcast services. ITEL also provides data center space services, including co-location, cloud computing, and disaster recovery services. ITEL was established in 2007 and headquartered in Bangkok, Thailand. In 2024–2025, ITEL expanded into its fourth business segment in medical equipment distribution and service. Through Interlink Health Technology (IHT), the company provides medical equipment rental services, supported by skilled technicians and mobile service units for hospitals nationwide.
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A First in the Asia-Pacific – Taiwan Leads the Launch of the Early Kidney Disease Annual Report, Opening a New Era in Advancing Kidney Care
- Yung-Ho Hsu, Secretary General of the Taiwan Society of Nephrology
- Shang-Jyh Hwang, Honorary President of the Taiwan Society of Nephrology
- Masaomi Nangaku, Immediate Past-President of the International Society of Nephrology
- Marcello Tonelli, President of the International Society of Nephrology
- Mai-Szu Wu, President of the Taiwan Society of Nephrology
- Chung-Liang Shih, Minister of the Ministry of Health and Welfare
- Ching-Fen Shen, Director General of the Health Promotion Administration, Ministry of Health and Welfare
- Chih-Cheng Hsu, Professor at the National Health Research Institutes
- Hyeong-Cheon Park, President Elect of the Asia Pacific Society of Nephrology
- Rajnish Mehrotra, President of the International Society of Peritoneal Dialysis
The complete and immediate analysis aids in reversing the past trend where most patients were diagnosed at late stages and required dialysis, ushering in a new era of early detection and treatment. Minister of Health and Welfare, Chung-Liang Shih, stated at a press conference that this annual report serves as a new engine for promoting precise care, integrating complete data and risk classification indicators for Early CKD P4P(Pay for Performance) and Pre-ESRD P4P. This fills the gap in early kidney disease data and strengthens the quantitative basis for policy and clinical decision-making, facilitating early intervention and delaying disease progression. The goal is to achieve the Healthy Taiwan Policy target of reducing the standardized mortality rate for chronic diseases by one-third by 2030, and for Taiwan’s care model to become an example in the Asia-Pacific, establishing a sustainable and precise new framework for kidney care.
The early kidney disease annual report reveals several key trends. According to KDIGO risk classification, the proportion of high-risk and very high-risk patients in the P4P program has gradually decreased in recent years, reflecting a shift in treatment strategies toward early intervention and prevention. This trend not only highlights the medical team’s emphasis on the care of early-stage chronic kidney disease patients but also helps delay disease progression and reduce the incidence of later-stage complications. In terms of controlling the “three highs” (hyperglycemia, hypertension, and hyperlipidemia), data shows that approximately 80% of patients meet lipid targets and nearly 60% maintain stable blood sugar levels. However, only about 30% meet the target for blood pressure below 130/80 mmHg, indicating significant challenges remain in blood pressure control. The “three highs” are important risk factors for the progression and deterioration of chronic kidney disease, making it crucial to further improve control rates. The implementation of the P4P program has already shown preliminary results, and there are expectations for more immediate, comprehensive, and rigorous data collection and tracking, which will more fully demonstrate the long-term benefits of this care model.
Data-Driven: Taiwan’s First Early Kidney Disease Annual Report Fills Care Gaps
Professor Chih-Cheng Hsu from the National Health Research Institutes pointed out that past domestic kidney disease care has primarily focused on dialysis and end-stage disease, with limited understanding of early stages and delayed updates on data. This annual report breaks through traditional reporting frameworks and represents the first integration of complete data and risk classification indicators for Early CKD P4P and Pre-ESRD P4P. Utilizing big data for in-depth analysis, it outlines the disease progression and comorbidity trends of patients at different risk levels, successfully filling the long-term gap in early kidney disease care. He noted that grasping information on early stages of disease helps clinicians intervene earlier and delay deterioration while providing quantitative evidence for health policies to promote proactive and timely kidney care strategies, enhancing Taiwan’s international competitiveness in precise health governance.
Early CKD P4P and Pre-ESRD P4P are two phased quality-based reimbursement programs promoted by the National Health Insurance Administration, addressing key care needs for early chronic kidney disease and pre-dialysis patients, respectively. Early CKD P4P primarily targets patients in CKD stages 1-3a, aiding healthcare institutions in early identification of kidney deterioration risks through disease tracking and integrated care models, providing personalized management. Pre-ESRD P4P focuses on patients in CKD stages 3b, 4-5, enhancing control of complications, medication, and nutritional management while utilizing data feedback to support treatment decisions, aiming to delay dialysis and improve care efficiency. Both programs link the complete processes from early prevention to pre-dialysis intervention, contributing to improved overall CKD care quality and patient long-term prognosis.
Precise Kidney Care: Holistic and Continuous CKD Care as a Model for Chronic Disease
Taiwan centers its approach on “precise care,” continuously optimizing the integrated chronic kidney disease care system to implement policy blueprints in clinical practice. Director General of National Health Insurance Administration, Lian-Yu Chen, mentioned that Taiwan has progressively refined various measures, from educational programs for pre-end-stage renal disease patients to integrated care plans for early chronic kidney disease. The medical team can adjust personalized treatment strategies based on patient risk classification and clinical data, strengthening disease management and follow-up effectiveness for early-stage patients. She indicated that by integrating and providing feedback across units, care gaps could be minimized to ensure that patients receive consistent medical services across different levels of care. Director General of Health Promotion Administration, Ching-Fen Shen, remarked that grassroots health education and community health advocacy go hand in hand to enhance public awareness of kidney health. Years of efforts have significantly slowed the deterioration of early kidney disease progression, with patients participating in integrated care exhibiting a lower future risk of dialysis compared to those who do not participate, showing tangible effectiveness of the Taiwan model.
Policy Linkage and Sustainable Vision: Achieving the Healthy Taiwan Goals and Leading the New Landscape of Asia-Pacific
In response to the government’s “Healthy Taiwan” policy, Taiwan is implementing a preventive kidney care model based on the Early CKD P4P and Pre-ESRD P4P systems and the Early Kidney Disease Annual Report. President of the Taiwan Society of Nephrology, Mai-Szu Wu, stated that investing in early chronic kidney disease management not only contributes to health sustainability but also reduces waste of medical resources, achieving dual benefits of health outcomes and environmental sustainability, assisting the government in its goal to reduce chronic disease mortality by one-third by 2030.
During the Asia-Pacific Nephrology Conference (APCN) held in Taipei this year, the Asia-Pacific’s first Early Kidney Disease Annual Report was officially unveiled. President of the International Society of Nephrology, Marcello Tonelli, and Immediate Past-President , Masaomi Nangaku, along with the President Elect of the Asia Pacific Society of Nephrology Hyeong-Cheon Park and Honorary Secretary Sunita Bavanandan attended as witnesses, attracting experts from South Korea, Japan, Thailand, Malaysia, Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, Hong Kong, Mongolia, Indonesia, and the Philippines. Additionally, various important domestic academic societies, including the Taiwan Academy of Family Medicine, Taiwan Society of Cardiology, the Diabetes Association of the Republic of China (Taiwan), the Taiwan Association of Clinical Diabetes, and the Taiwan Medical Clinics Association also participated and supported the event. Minister Chung-Liang Shih expressed gratitude for the collective efforts and emphasized that this kidney annual report showcases Taiwan’s leading position in medical data integration and clinical evidence, hoping that real-time and comprehensive data analysis will once again showcase Taiwan’s precision care model to the international community, working together with other countries to create a new global framework for chronic kidney disease prevention and treatment.
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