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Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield SE
2024
Universal Registration Document
Contents
CHAPTER
1 4
Presentation of the Group
1.1 Key facts 5
1.2 History 6
1.3 Strategy and Business model 9
1.4 Business overview 14
1.5 Portfolio 18
1.6 Overview
of valuation reports prepared by URW SE’s
independent external appraisers for the European assets
31
1.7 Overview of valuation reports prepared by URW SE’s
independent external appraisers for
the American assets
34
1.8 Structure 37
1.9 Simplified Group organisational chart structure 38
CHAPTER 2 40
Corporate Governance and Remuneration
2.1 Governance
principles – Afep-Medef Code 41
2.2 Management and supervisory bodies 41
2.3 Management and Supervisory Boards'
remuneration 81
2.4 Ethics and compliance within the URW Group 117
2.5 Report of the Supervisory Board on corporate
governance
121
CHAPTER 3 122
Sustainability
3.1 Better Places roadmap 123
3.2 Sustainability Statement 135
3.3 Green financing of the Group activities 282
3.4 Appendices 292
CHAPTER 4 300
Activity review
4.1 Management discussion & analysis 301
4.2 Other information 360
CHAPTER 5 366
Financial statements as at December 31, 2024
5.1 Consolidated financial statements 367
5.2 Notes to the consolidated financial statements 373
5.3 Statutory financial statements as at December 31, 2024 452
5.4 Notes to the statutory financial statements 455
5.5 Statutory auditors’ report on the consolidated
financial
statements
486
5.6 Statutory auditors’ report on the financial
statements
492
5.7 Statutory auditors’ special report on regulated
agreements
497
5.8 Other
information 499
CHAPTER 6 502
Risk factors and internal control
6.1 Risk
management framework 503
6.2 Main risk factors
507
6.3 Transferring risk to insurers 522
CHAPTER 7 524
Information on the Company, shareholding and the
share capital
7.1 Information on the Company 525
7.2 Share capital and other securities granting access to the
share capital
525
7.3 Share buy-back programme 527
7.4 Information on the shareholding 528
7.5 Financial authorisations 531
7.6 Articles of Association of the Company and Charters 533
7.7 Investment by the Company outside the
Unibail‑Rodamco‑Westfield Group
537
7.8 Elements
likely to have an impact in the event of a
takeover bid
537
CHAPTER 8 538
Additional
information
8.1 Statement of the persons responsible for the Universal
Registration
Document
539
8.2 Statutory Auditors 540
8.3 Historical information on financial years 2022 and 2023 540
8.4 Documents available to the public 540
8.5 Glossary 541
8.6 Cross-reference tables 543
Universal Registration Document
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The Universal Registration Document has been filed on March 21, 2025, with the Autorité des Marchés Financiers (“AMF”, French Financial Markets
Authority), as the competent authority under Regulation (EU) 2017/1129, without prior approval in accordance with Article 9 of this Regulation.
The Universal Registration Document may be used for the purposes of an offer to the public of securities or admission of securities to trading on a regulated
market if it is supplemented by a securities note and, if applicable, a summary together with any amendments to the Universal Registration Document. The
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PRESENTATION OF
THE GROUP
1.1 Key facts 5
1.2 History 6
1.3 Strategy and Business model 9
1.4 Business overview 14
1.5 Portfolio 18
1.5.1 France: Shopping Centres 18
1.5.2 France: Convention & Exhibition 20
1.5.3 France: Offices & Others 21
1.5.4 Central Europe: Shopping Centres 22
1.5.5 Central Europe: Offices & Others 23
1.5.6 Spain: Shopping Centres 23
1.5.7 Spain: Offices & Others 24
1.5.8 Nordics: Shopping Centres 24
1.5.9 Nordics: Offices & Others 24
1.5.10 Austria: Shopping Centres 25
1.5.11 Austria: Offices & Others 25
1.5.12 Germany: Shopping Centres 26
1.5.13 Germany: Offices & Others 26
1.5.14 The Netherlands: Shopping Centres 27
1.5.15 The Netherlands: Offices & Others 27
1.5.16 United States: Shopping Centres 28
1.5.17 United States: Offices & Others 29
1.5.18 United Kingdom: Shopping Centres 30
1.5.19 United Kingdom: Offices & Others 30
1.6 Overview of valuation reports prepared by
URW SE’s independent external appraisers for
the European assets
31
1.7 Overview of valuation reports prepared by
URW SE’s independent external appraisers for
the American assets
34
1.8 Structure 37
1.9 Simplified Group organisational chart
structure
38
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1.1 Key facts
(1)(2)
(1) Earnings
Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortisation ("EBITDA").
(2) Adjusted
Recurring Earnings Per Share. The Adjusted Recurring Earnings are calculated based on the recurring net result for the period attributable to the holders of the
Stapled
Shares minus the coupon on the hybrid securities.
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1 67 ~900 Mn
Main activities
Shopping Centre
s
Offices &
Others
Convention & Exhibition
Countries Shopping Centres Visits
2,4
10 €49.7 Bn €143.8 €3.5 Bn
Employees Gross Market Value EPRA Net Reinstatement
Value per share
Development pipeline
€2,314
Mn €2,352 Mn €9.85 8.7x
Net
Rental Income EBITDA
(1)
AREPS
(2)
Net debt/EBITDA
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1.2 History
UNIBAIL
1968
Worms & Cie, a Paris-based banking group, creates Unibail as a real estate
financial
leasing company (“SICOMI”) managed by Arc Union/Espace
Expansion.
1972
Listing
of Unibail on the Paris Stock Exchange.
1988
First
significant acquisition, Sliminco, one of the 2 Crédit Lyonnais SICOMIs.
1992
Léon
Bressler succeeds Jean Meynial as Chief Executive Officer. Unibail
starts
to focus on the property investment sector, and to phase out
involvement
in lease financing. The strategy is to become a specialised
owner,
developer and manager of shopping centres and offices. Unibail
concentrates
on large-size and differentiated assets.
1992–1995
Build-up
of a property portfolio with close to 30 shopping centres located in
France,
including the Forum des Halles and Les 4 Temps, and substantial
office
properties in Paris and La Défense.
1995
Takeover
of Arc Union; Unibail becomes self-managed and self-
administered. Espace Expansion, the main shopping
centre operator in
France,
becomes its subsidiary.
1998–2000
Acquisition
of the Cœur Défense project, the Vivendi portfolio and Porte de
Versailles.
2001
Delivery
of Cœur Défense.
2003
France
introduces a Real Estate Investment Trust (“REIT”) regime, taxing
real
estate and capital gains from property disposals at the level of the
shareholders
of a Société d’Investissement Immobilier Cotée (“SIIC”). Unibail
opts
for the SIIC status.
2006
Guillaume
Poitrinal succeeds Léon Bressler as Chief Executive Officer and
Chairman
of the Board of Directors.
RODAMCO
1979
Robeco, a Rotterdam-based fund manager, creates Rodamco, a diversified
global real estate investment fund (“FBI”) listed in Amsterdam with
investments in Europe, the US and Asia.
1980s
Rodamco
is one of the top global real estate investment funds with
investments in the
US, the UK, Europe and Asia.
1994–1996
Acquisition
of Suez Spain and CEGEP (Parly 2, Lyon Part-Dieu).
1999
Rodamco
splits into 4 regionally focused real estate companies, including
Rodamco
Europe.
2000
Listing of Rodamco
Europe in Amsterdam.
2000–2005
Acquisitions in Sweden (Skanska portfolio),
in the Czech Republic (Intershop
Holding), in The Netherlands (Amvest), in Poland (Galeria Mokotow),
in
Austria
(Donauzentrum) and in Slovakia (Aupark).
UNIBAIL-RODAMCO
2007
Merger
of Unibail and Rodamco Europe, creating the European leader in
commercial real estate. The Group
was incorporated as a limited liability
company (société anonyme) with a two-tier
governance structure with a
Management
Board and a Supervisory Board. Listed in Paris and
Amsterdam, the
new entity is included in the CAC 40 and AEX 25 indices.
2008
Unibail-Rodamco and the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Paris
(“CCIP”) merge their Convention & Exhibition activities to form Viparis and
Comexposium. Viparis, with 10 venues in the Paris region, is responsible for
the management and development of the sites. Comexposium is the
European leader in
the organisation of large-scale trade shows, fairs and
congresses. Acquisition of Shopping City Süd in Vienna and La Maquinista in
Barcelona.
2009
Unibail-Rodamco becomes a European company (Societas Europaea) and is
now formally known as Unibail-Rodamco SE.
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2010
Acquisition of Simon Ivanhoe’s portfolio in Poland (Arkadia, Wilenska) and
France.
Disposal of €1.5 Bn of non-core assets.
2011
Acquisition
of Galeria Mokotów’s full ownership in Warsaw and of Splau in
Barcelona.
Disposal of €1.1 Bn of non-core assets.
2012
Acquisition
of a 51% stake in mfi AG, Germany’s second largest shopping
centre
operator, investor and developer. Creation of the 4-star shopping
experience.
2013
Christophe
Cuvillier succeeds Guillaume Poitrinal as Chief Executive Officer
and
Chairman of the Management Board. Launch of “Unexpected shopping”
advertising
campaign.
2014
Partnership
with Canada Pension Plan Investment Board on Centro shopping
centre
(Germany). Signature of agreements with the city of Hamburg to
develop
Überseequartier and with the City of Brussels to develop Mall of
Europe.
Disposal of €2.4 Bn of non-core assets.
2015
Delivery
of Mall of Scandinavia, the largest shopping centre in Scandinavia at
the
forefront of the Group’s standards. Disposal of Comexposium stake to
Charterhouse
Capital Partners LLP.
2
016
Launch of Unibail-Rodamco’s Corporate Social Responsibility (“CSR”)
strategy
“Better Places 2030”.
2017
Unibail-Rodamco announces
it has entered into an agreement with Westfield
Corporation
to create the world’s premier developer and operator of
Flagship
destinations.
WESTFIELD
1959
John
Saunders and Frank Lowy open their first shopping centre, Westfield
Plaza,
in Blacktown, in the outer suburbs of Sydney, Australia.
1960
Westfield
is listed on the Sydney Stock Exchange.
1966
Burwood,
the first shopping centre branded with the Westfield logo, opens in
Australia.
1977
Westfield enters America with the acquisition of Trumbull (Connecticut) on
the
East Coast.
1994
The $1 Bn CenterMark transaction with 19 centres, triples Westfield
portfolio in the US.
1996
Westfield America Trust is listed
on the ASX, enabling Australian investors
to make direct investments in the US retail property market.
1998
Westfield acquires the $1.4 Bn TrizecHahn portfolio, adding a further
12
properties to the Group’s Californian portfolio.
2000
Westfield enters the UK, with the acquisition of a centre in
Nottingham
followed by the establishment of a
joint venture interest in 9 prime town
centre
and urban locations.
2002
Westfield becomes one of
the largest retail property groups in the US with
the acquisition of 9
shopping centres from Richard E Jacobs and 14 shopping
centres from Rodamco.
2004
Birth of the Westfield Group, consisting of Westfield Holdings, Westfield
Trust and Westfield America Trust.
2008
Opening of Westfield London, the UK’s largest shopping centre with more
than 280
stores, attracting 23 million visits in the first year.
2011
Westfield Stratford City opens, transforming the east side of London, and the
gateway to the 2012 London Olympics.
2014
Split of the
Australian and New Zealand business from other international
operations.
2016
Westfield’s
most ambitious project in the US, the $1.5 Bn World Trade
Center,
opens.
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UNIBAIL-RODAMCO-WESTFIELD
2018
Acquisition of Westfield Corporation by Unibail-Rodamco and the creation of
Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield (“URW”),
the world’s premier developer and
operator
of Flagship destinations.
2020
Disposal
of 5 French shopping centres into a JV with Crédit Agricole
Assurances, La Française and URW.
Delivery of the Westfield Valley Fair and
Lyon
La Part-Dieu retail extensions and the Trinity office tower in La
Défense.
Operations impacted by lockdowns and other restrictions following
the
outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic. Léon Bressler appointed as
Chairman
of the Supervisory Board, succeeding Colin Dyer.
2021
Jean-Marie
Tritant succeeds Christophe Cuvillier as Chief Executive Officer
and
Chairman of the Management Board. €2.5 Bn of disposals signed in
Europe.
Operations continued to be impacted by lockdowns and other
restrictions
related to COVID-19 pandemic.
2022
Continued
deleveraging with €2.8 Bn of European and US disposals. Delivery
of
Les Ateliers Gaîté shopping centre and Gaîté Montparnasse office project,
completing the Gaîté Montparnasse mixed-use complex. Launch of
Westfield Rise in Europe, an in-house retail media agency.
2023
Strong operating performance with main KPIs back to or better than pre-
COVID
levels. Continued deleveraging with 11 transactions secured as at
2023 results publication on
February 8, 2024. Successful return to the bond
market at
attractive conditions with first-of-its-kind hybrid exchange
followed by a successful green bond issuance. “Better Places”
sustainability
roadmap shared with
the market including net zero targets approved by the
Science Based Targets initiative (“SBTi”). Shareholder distribution reinstated
with a proposed cash payment of €2.50 per share to be paid in 2024, subject
to approval by the Annual General Meeting of Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield
SE held on April 30, 2024. Jacques
Richier appointed as Chairman of the
Supervisory Board,
succeeding Léon Bressler.
202
4
Strong operating performance across all activities. Westfield Rise reaching
its 2024 net margin target of €75 Mn. Record year for Convention
&
Exhibition supported by the Paris Olympic and Paralympic Games. €1.6 Bn of
disposal transactions achieved at book value. €0.6 Bn acquisition of 3 JV
partners stakes at attractive terms. Successful
delivery of 4 projects,
including
CNIT Eole and Lightwell, both in Paris La Défense. Strategic
decision to
retain US Flagship assets. Proposed cash distribution of €3.50
per share to be paid in 2025 subject to the approval by the Annual General
Meeting of URW SE, held on April 29, 2025.
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1.3 Strategy and Business model
Introduction
Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield (“URW” or “the Group”) is an owner,
developer and operator of sustainable, high-quality real estate assets in
the most dynamic cities in Europe and the United States. Founded in
1968, Unibail merged with Rodamco Europe in 2007 to form Unibail-
Rodamco, and the company acquired Westfield Corporation in 2018 to
become Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield.
As at December 31, 2024, the Group owns and operates 67 shopping
centres in 11 countries, of which 47 are Flagships
(1)
and 39 are branded
Westfield. The Group also owns and develops office buildings, owns and
operates Convention & Exhibition venues in the Paris region and
manages retail operations at select airports in the US.
In total, the Group’s total portfolio value
(2)
stood at €49.7 Bn, of which
87% in Shopping Centres, 6% in Offices & Others, 5% in Convention &
Exhibition venues and 2% in Services.
See section 1.4 for a breakdown of the Group’s business segments and
section 1.5 for a full list of the Group’s assets.
URW’s business strategy
URW’s purpose is to create sustainable places that reinvent being
together. URW’s strategy focuses on operating unique sustainable
places, connecting people through extraordinary experiences, and
putting people at the heart of the business.
Creating and operating unique sustainable places
The destinations created by URW participate in shaping and improving
the cities in which the Group is present. URW anticipates consumer
trends to ensure its assets meet evolving demand, while delivering on
its commitment to make positive contributions to the social,
environmental and economic well-being of its communities.
URW concentrates on Flagship destinations in the leading cities and
catchment areas in Europe and the US, attracting new and
differentiated retailers through active tenant rotation, driving footfall by
offering high-quality services and executing on a dynamic customer
engagement strategy.
The Group has also an increasing focus on mixed-use projects (notably
including residential, offices and hotels) such as Garden State Plaza
mixed-use development in New Jersey, a 57,354 sqm scheme
encompassing retail, dining and entertainment offer for future
residents, or Coppermaker Square, a residential scheme next to
Westfield Stratford City. These projects mainly relate to densifications
on and around the existing footprints of the Group’s assets.
Connecting people through extraordinary
meaningful shared experiences
The Group’s assets attracted over 900 million visits in 2024, allowing
URW to provide a unique platform for retailers and brands. This visitor
base strengthens the Group’s consumer insights, making URW a critical
partner for such operators globally.
The Group’s Westfield brand is the only global B2B and B2C brand for
retail, leisure, entertainment and dining destinations. URW continues to
leverage the Westfield brand, by introducing it to its Continental
European Flagship assets, and has rebranded 22 centres since 2019,
including Westfield CNIT and Westfield Ruhr Park in 2024.
URW’s unrivalled portfolio also provides a unique platform to generate
new revenue streams from advertising, brand experience and data by
turning URW’s footfall into qualified audiences highly valued by
retailers and brands. Westfield Rise, the Group’s in-house retail media
agency, serves as a one-stop-shop for brands and media-buyers,
creating innovative and measurable campaigns across URW’s platform.
Following the audit and certification by the CESP
(3)
in October 2024,
Westfield Rise launched its new AI-powered solution to measure
audience and drive-to-store impact of in-mall advertising campaigns.
Brands can now gauge the performance and effectiveness of their in-
mall ad campaigns with the same precision as digital advertising. This
audience qualification tool and first proprietary algorithms are
operational in 20 Westfield centres across 9 European countries,
providing valuable and insightful data to communication agencies
andadvertisers.
In a context where consumers have greater sustainability-related
expectations and count on brands to support them on their
sustainability journey, URW has developed the Sustainable Retail Index
(“SRI”) to support the sustainable evolution of retail. Codeveloped with
Good On You, a global sustainable-brand ratings company, the SRI
provides a dynamic view on retailers’ sustainability commitments,
ambitions and performance at a company, product and store-operations
level. This initiative helps the Group to ensure its offer corresponds to
the ever-increasing expectation for sustainable places and products. To
complement that demand, URW runs programmes throughout the
Westfield platform that support a wide array of on-site experiences,
such as the Westfield Good Festival, a flagship event that connects
consumers around sustainability-driven experiences and provides a
forum for brands and retailers to share their sustainable journeys.
(1) Assets of a certain size and/or with footfall in excess of 10 million per year, substantial growth potential for the Group based on their appeal to both retailers and visitors, iconic
architecture or design
and a strong footprint in their area.
(2) On
a proportionate basis, as at December 31, 2024.
(3) The
Centre d’Etude des Supports de Publicité ("CESP") is a Paris-based third-party organisation in the media and communications industries. CESP’s mandate is to certify the
quality
of audience measurement studies and other tools used by the industry in order to ensure that advertising space is monetised on the basis of relevant, robust and
verified
criteria.
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Putting people at the heart of everything
URW does
URW empowers its talented professionals to be sustainable and
creative change-makers in a rapidly evolving retail environment. Their
skills, engagement and teamwork are key to driving performance and
generating superior value.
The teams’ skills lie across a range of disciplines, including engineering,
finance, human resources, marketing, retail, digital, design,
development, operations and leasing. The Group fosters an
environment that promotes new ideas, engagement and individual
development. URW is committed to diversity and promotes an inclusive
culture where people are positively encouraged to succeed, which is
embedded in its values, “Together at URW”.
Strategic transformation and
deleveraging progress
URW achieved €1.6 Bn of disposal transactions
(1)
, of which €1.0 Bn
completed in 2024, despite a challenging retail investment market
environment
(2)
with volumes down -12% in Continental Europe and -13%
in the US. This includes €0.7 Bn of non-core retail assets, €0.5 Bn of
offices and €0.3 Bn of minority stakes in Flagship retail assets.
In addition, the Group further strengthened its liquidity position to
€13.9 Bn
(3)
, covering its financing needs for more than the next 36
months. The Group’s average cost of debt amounted to 2.0% in 2024,
and average debt maturity stood at 7.3 years
(4)
.
Over the last 4 years, the Group has made significant progress on its
deleveraging plan with €6.4 Bn
(5)
of assets divested in line with book
value. This has contributed to a €4.7 Bn net debt reduction to €19.5 Bn
(6)
at the end of 2024, a 400 bps Loan-to-Value ("LTV") reduction to
40.8%
(6)
and Net Debt to EBITDA improvement to 8.7x, the lowest level
since the Westfield Corporation acquisition.
The Group has also significantly strengthened its business operations,
fully capturing indexation over the period while achieving the highest
occupancy rate since 2017 and a +4.7% increase in like-for-like EBITDA
compared to 2019.
The Group has also reshaped its US business by enhancing the portfolio
quality (97% A-rated
(7)
), improving its operating performance, and
streamlining the US management platform. Since end of 2020, the
Group sold or foreclosed on 17 assets for a total of $3.3 Bn (at 100%)
and reduced the vacancy level of its 10 Flagship assets by -630 bps.
Having achieved this transformation, URW has made the strategic
decision to retain its high performing Flagship assets in the US.
The Group is committed to further deleveraging through retained
earnings, disciplined capital allocation and non-core disposals.
The Group will present its future growth plans at an Investor Day on
May14, 2025.
Environmental, Social and Governance
(“ESG”)
Sustainability is at the heart of URW’s business strategy.
In 2023, URW announced an evolution of its Better Places sustainability
roadmap, built on the Group’s sustainability leadership and
performance with a core focus on the continued reduction of carbon
emissions across its value chain. More broadly, the roadmap is designed
to future proof URW’s portfolio, support the sustainable evolution of
retail and unlock value creation opportunities. More information on the
Group’s sustainability strategy and 2024 achievements on its Better
Places plan – including impacts, risks and opportunities – can be found
in Chapter 3 and Chapter 6.
In addition, in 2024, URW has been widely recognised by international
markets as a leader in sustainability within the real estate sector,
including by Sustainalytics as the 1
st
company worldwide in their Global
Universe, by the GRESB as the 2
nd
European listed retail real estate
company while being positioned by CDP in the A-list of organisations
committed to tackling climate change for the 7
th
year in a row.
(1) Contribution to the proportionate net debt reduction of disposals completed or secured since January 2024. For further details, please refer to the appendix to the Press
release published on February 13, 2025.
(2) Source: Cushman & Wakefield, estimates as at January, 2025.
(3) On an IFRS basis as at December 31, 2024. It includes €5.3 Bn of cash on hand and €8.6 Bn of undrawn credit lines.
(4) Taking into account the undrawn credit lines (subject to covenants) and cash on hand.
(5) On an IFRS basis including the €0.6 Bn of secured disposals for 2025.
(6) On an IFRS basis proforma for the €0.6 Bn of secured disposals for 2025.
(7) Source: Green Street Advisors. In terms of Gross Market Value ("GMV").
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Distribution
The Group will propose to the Annual General Meeting (“AGM”)
(1)
a 40%
increase in cash distribution to €3.50/share to be paid on May 12, 2025.
Going forward, the Group will continue to increase the distribution
according to operating performance, deleveraging progress and
valuations evolution.
Further details on its distribution policy will be shared as part of the
Group’s Investor Day on May 14, 2025.
As at December 31, 2024, the total statutory retained losses of URW SE
(parent company) is negative at -€1,887 Mn, including a profit of +€943
Mn in 2024.
Given the negative statutory results of URW SE, the Group has no
obligation to pay a dividend in 2025 for the fiscal year 2024 under the
SIIC regime and other REIT regimes it benefits from. The dividend
distribution obligation resulting from the French SIIC regime will be
delayed until URW has sufficient statutory results to meet this
obligation.
As a consequence, the distribution will be made out of premium, which
amounted to €13.5 Bn in URW’s statutory accounts as at December 31,
2024. This premium distribution will not reduce the carry forward SIIC
dividend payment obligation standing at €2,522 Mn as at December 31,
2024, and will qualify as an equity repayment
(2)
for French tax purposes
(article 112-1 of the French tax code).
2025 guidance
The Group expects underlying growth of at least 5% to drive full-year
2025 AREPS in the range of €9.30 to €9.50.
This is supported by:
• Strong retail operating performance both in Europe and the US;
• Increased variable income including Westfield Rise;
• Continued focus on cost discipline; and
• The positive impact of 2024 and 2025 deliveries
(3)
.
It also reflects:
• 2024 completed disposals, €0.6 Bn disposals already secured for
2025, and active discussions on additional disposals
(4)
;
• The one-off impact of the Olympics on the C&E business;
• A slight increase of the cost of debt
(5)
; and
• The issuance of 3.254 million URW Stapled Shares in December
2024
(6)
.
As in previous years, this guidance assumes no major deterioration of
the macro-economic and geopolitical environment.
Medium-term outlook
URW is well-positioned for sustainable future growth in a rapidly
changing retail environment, including the following trends:
• The rationalisation of store footprints with an increase in the
importance of flagship stores in the best locations;
• Enhanced focus on customer experience and on dining,
entertainment and leisure as catalysts for increased footfall and
dwell time;
• Increased retailer focus on sustainability and meeting consumer
demand for sustainable places and products;
• Growing opportunities to generate revenues from media advertising,
brand experience and data partnerships.
The Group will present its future growth plans at an Investor Day on
May14, 2025.
(1) To be held on April 29, 2025.
(2) For the tax treatment please refer to relevant financial advisors.
(3) Partly offset by a lower capitalisation of financial expenses.
(4) Includes 1 deal signed under conditions precedent for €0.3 Bn.
(5) Due to the full-year effect of 2024 refinancing activity and a lower cash remuneration.
(6) For the acquisition of an additional 38.9% stake in URW Germany.
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(1)(2)(3)(4)(5)(6)
(1) Gross Lettable Area (“GLA”). Excluding assets under redevelopment, total complex.
(2) Standalone offices >10,000 sqm and offices affixed to a shopping centre > 15,000 sqm.
(3) On a proportionate basis.
(4) On an IFRS basis.
(5) Taking into account the undrawn credit lines (subject to covenants) and cash on hand.
(6) IFRS Loan-to-Value ("LTV") Proforma for the receipt of the proceeds from the secured partial disposals of Westfield Forum des Halles and Trinity tower.
1.3 Strategy and Business model
Focus on value
creation and
deleveraging
3 Strategic
Objectives
Our resources
Our vision is to create sustainable places that reinvent being together
Operating management
• Offer the best tenant mix and premium
services to visitors
• Generate increased revenue from
media, brand experiences, data
and services, in particular through
Building and renovation
• Deliver development pipeline, including
mixed-use projects which are fully
integrated in the community
• Challenge constantly the status quo to
deliver the best customer experience
Investment and divestment
• Dispose of non-core activities
• Control investment and CAPEX
deployment with focused
development pipeline
1
Create and operate unique
sustainable places
• Strengthen our core business
to focus on the best assets
in most dynamic cities
• Maximise the value of our assets
• Accelerate the environmental
transition of cities
2
Connect people through
extraordinary meaningful
shared experiences
•
and customer experience
• Build new revenue platforms
• Fully integrate sustainability
into value chain
3
Put people at the
heart of everything
• Bolster dynamic, purpose-driven
culture where business and
people thrive
• Attract, engage and retain
top talent
• Maximise URW’s positive
impact on communities
Assets
• 67 shopping centres with 7.1 Mn
sqm GLA
(1)
, of which 47 Flagships
•
9
(2)
with
0.2 Mn sqm GLA
(1)
• 10 Convention & Exhibition
venues with 0.7 Mn sqm GLA
(1)
Intellectual property
•
• An internal concepts studio
•
retail media agency
Capital
€49.7 Bn
total GMV
(3)
2.0%
average cost
of debt
40.8%
LTV
(6)
€20.0 Bn
net debt
(4)
7.3
years average
debt maturity
(5)
€21.0 Bn
shareholders’
equity
Employees
2,410
number of
employees
45%
male
55%
female
75%
Continental
Europe
9%
UK
16%
US
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(1)(2)(3)
(1) From 2015 baseline.
(2) Equity repayment, pursuant to article 112-1 of the French General Tax Code.
(3) Subject to approval by Annual General Meeting of Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield SE to be held on April 29, 2025, to be paid on May 12, 2025.
1.3 Strategy and Business model
To produce
optimal outputs
URW is an owner,
developer and operator of
sustainable, high-quality
real estate assets in the
most dynamic cities in
Europe and the
United States.
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• -37% Reduction in
energy intensity
(1)
• -85% Reduction in carbon
emissions from Scopes 1 & 2
(1)
and -42% from Scopes 1, 2 & 3
(1)
For investors
• €143.80 EPRA NRV per share
• Distribution
(2)
of €3.50 per share
(3)
• 8.7x Net debt/EBITDA,
below 2019 level
For retailers
• +4.5% Tenant sales
growth compared to 2023
For visitors
• +2.6% Footfall growth
compared to 2023
• More than 1,400 EV
chargers installed
For employees
• 44% of women in
senior roles in 2024
For communities
• 21,000 people supported in
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1.4 Business overview
Business segments
Shopping Centres
As at December 31, 2024, URW owned 67 shopping centres, of which 47 are Flagships. URW’s strategy is built upon continuously reinforcing the
attractiveness of its assets by redesigning them (upgrading the layout), re-tenanting them (renewing the tenant mix) and re-marketing them
(enhancing the shopping experience through special events).
Total proportionate Net Rental Income (“NRI”) of the Shopping Centre portfolio in 2024 amounted to €2,073.3 Mn, an increase of +2.1%. This growth is
mainly driven by indexation, leasing activity and higher variable income, partly offset by disposals.
Region
NRI (€ Mn)
2024
2023 %
France 532.5 525.5 1
.3%
Spain 184.4 169.0 9.
1%
Central Europe 267.7 248.8 7.6%
Austria 115.4 111.8 3.2%
Germany 129.9 126.3 2.9%
Nordics 112.2 102.2 9.8%
The Netherlands 86.1 77.5 11.1%
UK 137.9 134.4 2.6%
US 507.3 535.3 (5.2%)
Total NRI
2,073.3 2,030.9 2.1%
Figures may not add up due to rounding.
O
ffices & Others
URW develops and owns large, efficient office buildings and hotels in prime locations in the Paris central business district, La Défense and elsewhere
in the Paris region. URW also owns office, hotel and residential assets in the US and certain other countries in which URW operates. URW’s investment
strategy is driven by development and renovation opportunities.
In 2024, the proportionate NRI from Offices & Others amounted to €102.4 Mn, a +22.3% increase compared to 2023, driven by the full-year effect of
the leasing activity at Trinity tower, the performance of the Pullman Paris-Montparnasse hotel and the successful delivery of Lightwell, which is
80%let.
Region
NRI (€ Mn)
2024
2023 %
France 80.9 65.8 22.9%
Other countries 20.2 14.4 39.8%
US 1.4 3.6 (60.3%)
Total NRI
102.4 83.8 22.3%
Figures may not add up due to rounding.
C
onvention & Exhibition
The Convention & Exhibition (“C&E”) activity is exclusively located in the Paris region and consists of real estate venues and services company:
Viparis. Viparis is a world leader jointly owned with the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Paris Île-de-France, but operated and fully
consolidated by URW.
In total, 532 events were held in Viparis venues through the year, compared to the 455 and 617 events held in 2023 and 2022, respectively. Viparis’ Net
Operating Income (“NOI”) amounted to €218.6 Mn in 2024 compared to €131.7 Mn in 2023. 2024 benefitted from the seasonality effect with a
number of biennial shows and the Intermat triennial show, as well as the positive impact of the Paris Olympics and Paralympics ("the Olympics")
which delivered a €53.7 Mn contribution to 2024 NOI at 100%.
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Portfolio breakdown
Net Rental Income and Recurring Net Result
Reported Adjusted Recurring Earnings Per Share (“AREPS”) amounted to €9.85, up +2.4% from 2023. The main drivers of earnings evolution were
the strong operational performance in retail, Offices and Convention & Exhibition (C&E), which benefitted from the seasonality effect and the positive
impact of the Olympics. AREPS was impacted by 2023 and 2024 disposals, a slight increase in financial expenses and the increase in the coupon on
the Group’s hybrids.
(€ Mn)
FY-2024
FY-2023 Growth
Like-for-like
growth*
Shopping Centres 2,073.3 2,030.9 2.1% 5.8%
(a)
Offices & Others 102.4 83.8 22.3% 14.4%
Convention & Exhibition 138.6 95.4 45.3% 21.3%
(b)
Net Rental Income 2,314.4 2,210.1 4.7% 6.7%
(c)
Recurring Net Result (Group share)
1,472.5 1,408.9 4.5%
Figures may not add up due to rounding.
* “Like-for-like Net Rental Income”: NRI excluding acquisitions, divestments, transfers to and from pipeline (extensions, brownfields or redevelopment of an asset when
operations are stopped to enable works), all other changes resulting in any change to square metres and currency exchange rate differences in the periods analysed.
(a) Excluding airports, US Regionals and CBD asset.
(b) Excluding triennial shows, the impact of the Olympics and recent deliveries.
(c) Excluding airports, US Regionals and CBD asset and, for C&E, triennial shows, the impact of the Olympics and recent deliveries.
(€)
FY-2024
FY-2023 Growth
Recurring EPS 10.56 10.14 4.1%
Adjusted Recurring EPS 9.85 9.62 2.4%
Valuation split per activity
Asset portfolio valuation – Dec. 31, 2024
Proportionate IFRS Group share
€ Mn % € Mn % € Mn %
Shopping Centres 43,329 87% 41,994 87% 37,519 89%
Offices & Others 2,778 6% 2,469 5% 2,464 6%
Convention & Exhibition 2,611 5% 2,613 5% 1,357 3%
Services 993 2% 993 2% 986 2%
Total 49,711 100% 48,069 100% 42,325 100%
Figures may not add up due to rounding.
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Valuation split per activity and region
Valuation of Shopping Centre portfolio
Dec. 31, 2024
Dec. 31, 2023
€ Mn %
€ Mn %
France 12,585 29% 12,521 29%
Spain 3,657 8% 3,583 8%
Central Europe 5,345 12% 4,954 12%
Austria 2,137 5% 2,147 5%
Germany 2,552 6% 3,196 7%
Nordics 2,543 6% 2,564 6%
The Netherlands 1,671 4% 1,623 4%
UK 2,738 6% 2,489 6%
US 10,100 23% 9,697 23%
Total 43,329 100% 42,775 100%
Figures may not add up due to rounding.
Valuation of Offices & Others portfolio
Dec. 31, 2024
Dec. 31, 2023
€ Mn %
€ Mn %
France 1,642 59% 1,853 59%
Other countries 531 19% 703 22%
UK 533 19% 529 17%
US 72 3% 69 2%
Total 2,778 100% 3,155 100%
Figures may not add up due to rounding.
The chart below shows the split of proportionate Gross Market Value (“GMV”) per region as at December 31, 2024:
GROSS MARKET VALUE
Figures may not add up due to rounding.
France
Retail
25%
France
Offic es & Other s
4%
France
C&E
5%
US
21%
UK
7%
Central
Europe
11%
Germany
6%
Spain
7%
Nordics
5%
Austria
4%
The
Netherlands
3%
€49.7 Bn
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Development pipeline
The table below shows the evolution of URW’s development pipeline between December 31, 2023 and December 31, 2024:
(€ Bn)
Dec. 31, 2024
Dec. 31, 2023
Committed projects
(a)
3.0 2.4
Controlled projects
(b)
0.5 0.1
URW Total Investment Cost
3.5 2.5
(a) Committed: projects for which URW owns the land or building rights and has obtained:
• All necessary administrative authorisations and permits;
• Approvals of JV partners (if applicable);
• Approvals of URW’s internal governing bodies to start superstructure construction works; and
• On which such works have started.
(b) Controlled: projects at an advanced stage of studies, for which URW controls the land or building rights, and all required administrative authorisations have been filed or are
expected to be filed shortly. There can be no assurance these will become “Committed” projects, as this will be subject to having obtained all required administrative
approvals, as well as those of JV partners (if applicable), and of URW’s internal governing bodies to start superstructure works. Besides these approvals, the Group retains
the flexibility to decide to launch them, if and when appropriate. URW could in particular consider launching these projects with joint venture partners.
DEVELOPMENT PIPELINE BY PROJECT PHASE
(1)
DEVELOPMENT PIPELINE BY CATEGORY AND REGION
(1)
GROSS LETTABLE AREA (562,407 SQM) URW TOTAL INVESTMENT COST (€3,470 MN)
(1) Figures may not add up due to rounding.
Retail
Extension/Renovation/
Redevelopment
43,600 sqm
8%
Dining & Leisure
Greenfield/Brownfield
34,191 sqm
6%
Dining & Leisure
Extension/
Renovation/
Redevelopment
16,223 sqm
3%
Offices
160,547 sqm
29%
Hotels
36,489 sqm
6%
Residential
203,282 sqm
36%
Retail
Greenfield/Brownfield
68,075 sqm
12%
Retail
Greenfield/Brownfield
€1,520 Mn
44%
Offices & Others
Redevelopment/Extension
€110 Mn
3%
Retail
Extension/Renovation/
Redevelopment
€280 Mn
8%
Offices & Others
Greenfield/Brownfield
€1,560 Mn
45%
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1.5 Portfolio
1.5.1 France: Shopping Centres
Portfolio as at December 31, 2024
GLA of
the whole
complex
(sqm)
Parking
spaces
Catchment
area
(in millions of
people)
Year of
acquisition
Construction (C)/
Refurbishment (R)
date
Occupancy
(EPRA
definition)
GLA of the
property
owning
companies
(sqm)
% URW’s
share
% of
consolidation
Total space
according to
consolidation
(sqm)
Consolidation
method
Shopping Centres in the Paris region
Westfield Les 4 Temps (La Défense)
Auchan, C&A, Go Sport, H&M, Apple, Zara;
250 units and a cinema complex
140,300 4,234
(1)
9.1 1992
1995
1999
2011
2016
2019
2020
2021
(C) 1981
(R) 2006/2008
(R) 2021/2024
97.3% 135,300 53% 100% 135,300 FC
Westfield Vélizy 2 (Vélizy-Villacoublay)
Auchan, Printemps, Fnac, Apple;
186 units and a cinema complex
131,800 6,460 7.8 1994
2007
(R) 2005/07
(C) 2019
97.4% 93,100 100% 100% 93,100 FC
Westfield Parly 2
(Le Chesnay-Rocquencourt)
Printemps, BHV, Fnac, Decathlon, Truffaut,
Apple, Zara;
185 units and a cinema complex
130,000 4,620 7.7 2004
2012
2018
(C) 1969/87
(R) 2011
(R) 2015
(C) 2017
(C) 2019
97.5% 104,500 50% 100% 104,500 FC
Westfield Carré Sénart (Lieusaint)
Carrefour, Galeries Lafayette, Apple, H&M,
Fnac, Uniqlo, La Tête dans les Nuages;
235 units, a cinema complex
122,400 6,118 3.3 2000 (C) 2002
(C) 2012
(R) 2017
(C) 2019
95.6% 96,300 55% 100% 96,300 FC
Westfield Rosny 2 (Rosny-sous-Bois)
Carrefour, Galeries Lafayette, Fnac,
C&A, Apple;
171 units and a cinema complex
113,700 6,180 11.5 1994
2001
2010
2016
2018
(C) 1973
(R) 1997
(C) 2011
(R) 2016
96.0% 32,600
28,600
20,200
26%
100%
50%
26%
100%
100%
8,500
28,600
20,200
FC & EM-JV
Aéroville (Tremblay-en-France)
Auchan, H&M, New Yorker, Furet du Nord,
Pathé, La Tête dans les Nuages;
184 units and a cinema complex
85,200 4,700 5.3 n/a (C) 2013 n/a 85,200 46% n/a n/a EM-A
Westfield Forum des Halles (Paris 1
st
)
Fnac, UGC, H&M, Zara, LEGO, Bershka,
Monoprix, Intersport, Nike;
161 units and a cinema complex
77,600 1,148 13.2 1994
2010
2016
2023
(C) 1979/86
(R) 1996
(C) 2016
(R) 2023
98.1% 77,600 65% 100% 77,600 FC
So Ouest (Levallois-Perret)
Leclerc, Boulanger, Intersport, H&M;
105 units and a cinema complex
57,300 1,750
(1)
7.5 2006
2010
2011
2012
2013
2015
(C) 2012 n/a 51,300 46% n/a n/a EM-A
Ulis 2 (Les Ulis)
Carrefour, Action, Normal,
Intersport, Sephora;
95 units and a cinema complex
53,700 2,526
(1)
2.5 1994 (C) 1973
(R) 1998
(R) 2024
97.2% 25,000 100% 100% 25,000 FC
Westfield CNIT (La Défense)
Fnac, Decathlon, Monoprix, Aroma-Zone;
65 units
38,400 880
(2)
9.1 1999 (C) 1958
(R) 2009
91.8% 38,400 100% 100% 38,400 FC
Les Ateliers Gaîté (Paris 14
th
)
Darty, Leclerc, Food Society, Mr Bricolage,
Smile World;
56 units
29,400 1,370
(3)
5.1 1998 (C) 1976
(R) 2000/01
(R) 2022
91.2% 29,400 100% 100% 29,400 FC
L’Usine Mode et Maison
(Vélizy-Villacoublay)
Action, Galeries Lafayette, Château D’Ax,
McDonald’s;
110 units
21,100 1,220 6.2 2005 (C) 1986
(R) 2011
74.4% 21,100 100% 100% 21,100 FC
Carrousel du Louvre (Paris 1
st
)
Ladurée, Swatch, Pandora, Comédie
Française, Fragonard;
36 units
13,500 669
(1)(4)
6.8 1999 (C) 1993
(R) 2009
(R) 2016
97.4% 13,500 100% 100% 13,500 FC
Sub-total Shopping Centres in the Paris region 691,500
less than 30 minutes from the shopping centre or less than 30minutes from the Shopping Centre.
(1) Car parks not owned by URW.
(2) Car parks are owned by CNIT C&E and are shared between CNIT C&E, CNIT Offices and CNIT Retail.
(3) Gaîté Montparnasse car parks are shared between Pullman hotel, Gaîté shopping gallery and offices.
(4) The Carrousel du Louvre car park is shared between the shopping centre and the exhibition space.
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Portfolio as at December 31, 2024
GLA of
the whole
complex
(sqm)
Parking
spaces
Catchment
area
(in millions of
people)
Year of
acquisition
Construction (C)/
Refurbishment (R)
date
Occupancy
(EPRA
definition)
GLA of the
property
owning
companies
(sqm)
% URW’s
share
% of
consolidation
Total space
according to
consolidation
(sqm)
Consolidation
method
Shopping Centres in the French
provinces
Westfield La Part-Dieu
(Lyon)
Carrefour, Galeries Lafayette, Decathlon,
Primark, Fnac;
308 units and a cinema complex
161,800 3,090 3.7 2004
2016
(C) 1975
(R) 2001/02
(C) 2009/10
(R) 2011
(C)/(R) 2020
94.5% 118,300 100% 100% 118,300 FC
La Toison d’Or
(Dijon)
Primark, Carrefour, Zara, Boulanger,
Cultura, Apple;
167 units
78,300 3,700 1.1 1994
2017
(C) 1990
(C) 2013
n/a 48,800 46% n/a n/a EM-A
Westfield Euralille
(Lille)
Carrefour, Primark, Zara, H&M, Intersport,
New Yorker;
138 units
67,800 2,898
(1)
3.6 1993 (C) 1994
(R) 2015
96.5% 51,800 76% 100% 51,800 FC
Rennes Alma
(Rennes)
Carrefour, Printemps, Zara, Conforama;
115 units
55,900 2,600 1.7 2005
2011
2012
(C) 1971
(R) 1990
(R) 2013
n/a 41,800 46% n/a n/a EM-A
Lyon Confluence
(Lyon)
Carrefour, Joué Club, Zara, Apple;
92 units and a cinema complex
53,500 1,500 1.3 2005
2007
2020
(C) 2012 n/a 53,500 46% n/a n/a EM-A
Sub-total Shopping Centres in the French provinces 170,100
Portfolio as at December 31, 2024
GLA of
the whole
complex
(sqm)
Parking
spaces
Catchment
area
(in million of
people)
Year of
acquisition
Construction (C)/
Refurbishment (R)
date
Occupancy
(EPRA
definition)
GLA of the
property
owning
companies
(sqm)
% URW’s
share
% of
consolidation
Total space
according to
consolidation
(sqm)
Consolidation
method
Other holdings in France
Bel-Est
(Bagnolet)
Auchan, Action, McDonald’s, Marionnaud;
65 units
48,900 2,000 n/a 2014 (C) 1992 n/a 500
5,000
100%
35%
100%
35%
500
1,800
FC
Aquaboulevard
(Paris 15
th
)
Decathlon, water park, fitness centre,
event area, McDonald’s;
3 units and a cinema complex
40,600 948 n/a 2006
2008
2009
2022
(Gaumont
cinema)
(C) 1990 100.0% 39,100 49% 49% 19,200 EM-JV
Maine Montparnasse
(Paris 15
th
)
1 unit
35,500 1,900 n/a 2007 n/a 0.0% 200 100% 100% 200 FC
Villabé
(Villabé)
Carrefour;
60 units
35,400 2,900 n/a 2012
2013
2015
(C) 1992 n/a 3,500
5,800
100%
49%
100%
49%
3,500
2,800
FC
Sub-total Other holdings in France 28,000
Total (according to the scope of consolidation) 889,600
Catchment area: less than 30 minutes from the shopping centre or less than 30minutes from the Shopping Centre.
(1) Car parks not owned by URW.
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1.5.2 France: Convention & Exhibition
Portfolio as at December 31, 2024
Total floor
space
(sqm)
Parking
spaces
Year of
acquisition
Construction (C)/
Refurbishment (R)
date
% URW’s
share
% of
consolidation
Total floor
space
according to
consolidation
(sqm) Description
Consolidation
method
Property and Operation
Paris Nord Villepinte
243,500 12,700 2008 (C) Hall 7 in 2010 50% 100% 243,500 9 exhibition halls,
45 conference rooms
of which
3 auditoriums
FC
Paris Porte de Versailles
(Paris 15
th
)
232,100 3,900 2000 (C) Hall 5 in 2003
(R) Pavillion 7 in
2017
(C) Pavillion 6 in
2019
50% 100% 232,100 7 exhibition halls (from
19,000 to 70,000 sqm),
of which 1 convention
centre with a 5,200 seat
plenary room
FC
Le Palais des Congrès de Paris
(1)
(Paris 17
th
)
50,700 1,780
(2)
2008 (C) 1993 50% 100% 50,700 82 meeting rooms,
18 conference rooms of
which 4 auditoriums
FC
CNIT
(La Défense)
17,700 1,100
(3)
1999 (R) 2007 100% 100% 17,700 Exhibition and
convention space
FC
Espace Champerret
(Paris 17
th
)
8,300 1,480
(2)
1989/1995 (R) 2008 50% 100% 8,300 Exhibition space
(trade shows)
FC
Carrousel du Louvre
(Expos) (Paris 1
st
)
6,600 4,300
(2)
1999 (C) 1993
(R) 2016
100% 100% 6,600 Exhibition space (trade
and fashion shows,
corporate events)
FC
Espace Grande Arche
(La Défense)
5,000 n/a 2001 (R) 2003 50% 100% 5,000 Flexible space covering
5,000 sqm
FC
Operation
Paris, Le Bourget
86,700 8,500 2008 (C) 1952
(R) 2005
(R) Hall 3 in 2023
50% 100% n/a 4 exhibition halls,
7 conference rooms of
which 1 auditorium and 1
exhibition hall
FC
Palais des Congrès d’Issy-les-Moulineaux
2,300 n/a 2009 (R) 2018 48% 100% n/a 14 conference rooms of
which 1 auditorium
FC
Hôtel Salomon de Rothschild
(Paris 8
th
)
1,300 n/a 2014 (R) 2007
(R) 2010
(R) 2016
(R) 2024
25% n/a n/a 1 Restaurant
3 18
th
century rooms
1 reception room
EM-A
Palais des Sports
(Paris 15
th
)
n/a n/a 2002 (C) 1960 25% 50% n/aFlexible entertainment or
convention room from
2,000 to 4,200 seats
EM-JV
Total (according to the scope of consolidation) 563,900
(1) Including Les Boutiques du Palais.
(2) Car parks not owned by URW.
(3) Car parks are owned by CNIT C&E and shared between CNIT C&E, CNIT Offices and CNIT retail.
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1.5.3 France: Offices & Others
Portfolio as at December 31, 2024
Total floor
space
(sqm)
Parking
spaces
Year of
acquisition
Construction (C)/
Refurbishment (R)
date
Occupancy
(EPRA
definition)
Total floor
space of the
property
owning
companies
(sqm)
% URW’s
share
% of
consolidation
Total floor
space
according to
consolidation
(sqm)
Main tenants (in terms
of rental
income)
Consolidation
method
Paris CBD, Paris and Western Paris
outskirts
Paris 15
th
Le Sextant
13,400 144 2009 (C) 1998 79.1% 13,400 49% 49% 6,600 Direct Energie,
Just EAT
EM-JV
Sub-total “Paris CBD” 6,600
Paris – La Défense
Trinity
50,000 315 2012 (C) 2020 96.1% 50,000 100% 100% 50,000 Crédit Mutuel Arkéa,
Technip FN-Power,
Sopra Steria, Altitude,
Mylan
FC
CNIT (Offices)
38,600 1,123
(1)
1999 (R) 2009 79.1% 38,600 100% 100% 38,600 SNCF, ESSEC, IFSI,
Châteauform
FC
Lightwell
(3)
33,600 127 1999 (R) 2010
(R) 2024
80.8% 33,600 100% 100% 33,600 ARKEMA FC
Les Villages de l’Arche
(4)
19,700 1,125 1999 (R) 2006
(R) 2020
(2)
65.0% 19,700 100% 100% 19,700 Gegensis, SMI, Groupe
Lucien
FC
CNIT (Hotel)
10,800 n/a 1999 (R) 2009 100.0% 10,800 100% 100% 10,800 Hilton FC
Sub-total “Paris – La Défense” 152,700
Paris and Western Paris region
Pullman Paris-Montparnasse (Hotel)
(Paris 14
th
)
51,300 n/a 1998 (R) 2012
(R) 2021
100.0% 51,300 100% 100% 51,300 Pullman Hotel FC
20-24 Jacques Ibert
(4)
(Levallois-Perret)
11,000 192 2024 (C) 1989 7.2% 11,000 100% 100% 11,000 Paramount FC
29, rue du Port
(Nanterre)
10,300 94 2010 (C) 1989 100.0% 10,300 100% 100% 10,300 Xylem Water Solutions
France
FC
Sub-total
“Paris and Western Paris region”
72,600
Other
Tour Rosny
(Rosny-sous-Bois)
14,200 203 2017
2018
(C) 1975 43.5% 14,200 100% 100% 14,200 FC
Sub-total Other 14,200
Total (according to the scope of consolidation) 246,100
(1) Car parks are owned by CNIT C&E and shared between CNIT C&E, CNIT Offices and CNIT retail.
(2) For part of Village 5.
(3) Former name of the asset is Michelet-Galilée. Delivered in October 2024.
(4) Currently under redevelopment.
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1.5.4 Central Europe: Shopping Centres
Portfolio as at December 31, 2024
GLA of
the whole
complex
(sqm)
Parking
spaces
Catchment
area
(in millions of
people)
Year of
acquisition
Construction (C)/
Refurbishment (R)
date
Occupancy
(EPRA
definition)
GLA of the
property
owning
companies
(sqm)
% URW’s
share
% of
consolidation
Total space
according to
consolidation
(sqm)
Consolidation
method
Czech Republic
Westfield Chodov
(Prague)
H&M, Peek & Cloppenburg, M&S, Zara,
Victoria’s Secret, Rituals;
297 units and a cinema complex (Cinema
City)
101,600 3,429 3.5 2005
2014
(C) 2005
(C)(R) 2014
(C)(R) 2017
98.9% 101,600
100 % 100 %
101,600 FC
Centrum Černý Most
(2)
(Prague)
Decathlon, Peek & Cloppenburg, H&M, M&S,
Nespresso;
180 units and a cinema complex (Cinestar)
91,000 3,520 3.2 2000 (C) 1997
(C) 2013
95.9% 68,500
22,500
75 %
100 %
100 %
100 %
68,500
22,500
FC
Metropole Zličín
(Prague)
Peek & Cloppenburg, Reserved, Rituals, Gant
129 units and a cinema complex (Cinema
City)
54,100 1,800 2.5 2017 (C) 2002
(C) 2004
99.9% 54,100 50% 50% 27,100 EM-JV
Sub-total Shopping Centres in Czech Republic 219,700
Poland
Westfield Arkadia
(Warsaw)
Uniqlo, Zara, Peek & Cloppenburg, H&M,
COS, & Other Stories, Victoria’s Secret,
Douglas, Mango;
221 units and a cinema complex (Cinema
City)
117,700 3,900 4.3 2010 (C) 2004
(C) 2017
99.7% 79,900 100% 100% 79,900 FC
Westfield Mokotów
(Warsaw)
Carrefour, Peek & Cloppenburg, H&M, Zara,
Euro/RTV AGD;
220 units and a cinema complex (Cinema
City)
68,400 2,226 4.2 2003
2011
(C) 2000
(C) 2002
(C) 2006
(C) 2013
98.9% 68,400 100% 100% 68,400 FC
Złote Tarasy
(1)
(Warsaw)
Van Graaf, Zara, Reserved, H&M, Peek &
Cloppenburg;
185 units and a cinema complex (Cinema
City)
66,400 1,132 2.7 2007
2012
2013
(C) 2007 n/a 66,400 100% n/a n/a EM-A
Wroclavia
(Wroclaw)
Peek & Cloppenburg, H&M, Reserved, Zara,
Carrefour, CCC;
177 units and a cinema complex (Cinema
City)
65,300 1,960 1.4 (C) 2017 99.0% 65,300 100% 100% 65,300 FC
CH Ursynów
(Warsaw)
Auchan, OBI, Zdrofit, Euro/RTV AGD;
29 units
46,700 1,682 1.7 2014 (C) 1998 97.4% 46,700 100% 100% 46,700 FC
Wileńska
(Warsaw)
Euro/RTV AGD, New Yorker, Reserved,
Pepco, Deichmann;
83 units
41,300 1,100 3.2 2010 (C) 2002 94.8% 19,600 100% 100% 19,600 FC
Sub-total Shopping Centres in Poland 279,900
Total (according to the scope of consolidation) 499,600
Catchment area: less than 30 minutes from the shopping centre.
(1) Not managed by URW.
(2) Currently under redevelopment
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1.5.5 Central Europe: Offices & Others
Portfolio as at December 31, 2024
Total floor
space (sqm)
Year of
acquisition
Construction (C)/
Refurbishment (R)
date
Total floor
space of the
property
owning
companies
(sqm)
% URW’s
share
% of
consolidation
Total floor
space
according to
consolidation
(sqm)
Consolidation
method
Poland
Wileńska Offices
(Warsaw)
13,600 2010 (C) 2002 4,800 100% 100% 4,800 FC
Wroclavia Offices
(Wroclaw)
8,500 (C) 2017 8,500 100% 100% 8,500 FC
Total (according to the scope of consolidation) 13,300
1.5.6 Spain: Shopping Centres
Portfolio as at December 31, 2024
GLA of
the whole
complex
(sqm)
Parking
spaces
Catchment
area
(in millions of
people)
Year of
acquisition
Construction (C)/
Refurbishment (R)
date
Occupancy
(EPRA
definition)
GLA of the
property
owning
companies
(sqm)
% URW’s
share
% of
consolidation
Total space
according to
consolidation
(sqm)
Consolidation
method
Spain
Westfield Parquesur
(Madrid)
Apple, Inditex, IKEA, Primark, Leroy Merlin,
MediaMarkt, Fnac;
188 units and a cinema complex
159,000 5,800 6.1 1994 (C) 1989
(R) 2005
(R) 2023
99.4% 129,900 100% 100% 129,900 FC
Bonaire
(Valencia)
Primark, Zara, C&A, Cinesa Luxe, Fnac;
150 units and a cinema complex
135,000 5,208 1.5 2001 (C) 2001
(R) 2003
(R) 2012
(R) 2016
99.4% 57,100 100% 100% 57,100 FC
Westfield La Maquinista
(Barcelona)
Zara, MediaMarkt, Apple, Leroy Merlin,
Lefties, JD Sports, Yelmo;
211 units and a cinema complex
94,500 4,588 3.6 2008 (C) 2000
(C) 2010
(R) 2012
(R) 2021
(R) 2022
(R) 2023
98.8% 80,000 51% 100% 80,000 FC
La Vaguada
(Madrid)
Zara, IKEA, Nike, Fnac, JD Sports, Sfera;
146 URW (242 total) units and a cinema
complex
87,000 3,600 6.1 1995 (C) 1983
(R) 2003
(R) 2023
(R) 2024
93.6% 40,300 100% 100% 40,300 FC
Westfield Glòries
(Barcelona)
H&M, Zara, IKEA, Pull&Bear, Fnac, Uniqlo;
118 URW units and a cinema complex
70,100 2,271
(1)
2.7 1998 (C) 1995
(R) 2001
(R) 2014/15
(R) 2016
(R) 2017
97.4% 42,200 100% 100% 42,200 FC
Garbera
(San Sebastian)
MediaMarkt, Forum, H&M, Zara, Primark;
80 units and a cinema complex
59,400 3,613 0.5 2002 (C) 1997
(R) 2002
(R) 2014
(R) 2021
(R) 2022
(R) 2023
99.3% 45,000 100% 100% 45,000 FC
Splau
(Barcelona)
Primark, MediaMarkt, Zara, Mercadona,
Ilusiona;
157 units and a cinema complex
56,000 2,848 3.6 2011 (C) 2010
(R) 2012
97.7% 56,000 100% 100% 56,000 FC
Total (according to the scope of consolidation) 450,500
Catchment area: less than 30 minutes from the shopping centre.
(1) Car parks partly owned by URW.
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1.5.7 Spain: Offices & Others
Portfolio as at December 31, 2024
Total floor
space (sqm)
Year of
acquisition
Construction (C)/
Refurbishment (R)
date
Total floor
space of the
property
owning
companies
(sqm)
% URW’s
share
% of
consolidation
Total floor
space
according to
consolidation
(sqm)
Consolidation
method
Spain
La Vaguada Offices
(Madrid)
10,300 2018 10,300 100% 100% 10,300 FC
Total (according to the scope of consolidation) 10,300
1.5.8 Nordics: Shopping Centres
Portfolio as at December 31, 2024
GLA of
the whole
complex
(sqm)
Parking
spaces
Catchment
area
(in millions of
people)
Year of
acquisition
Construction (C)/
Refurbishment (R)
date
Occupancy
(EPRA
definition)
GLA of the
property
owning
companies
(sqm)
% URW’s
share
% of
consolidation
Total space
according to
consolidation
(sqm)
Consolidation
method
Sweden
Westfield Mall of Scandinavia
(Greater Stockholm)
Tesla, Filmstaden, Uniqlo, H&M, Åhlens;
218 units and a cinema complex
105,200 3,700 1.7 (C) 2015 97.3% 105,200 100% 100% 105,200 FC
Westfield Täby Centrum
(Greater Stockholm)
Apple, Filmstaden, H&M, ICA, SATS;
258 units and a cinema complex
86,800 2,670 0.9 1997 (C) 1968/69
(R) 1975
(R) 1992
(R) 2015
95.3% 86,800 100% 100% 86,800 FC
Nacka Forum
(Greater Stockholm)
H&M, Jumpyard, MediaMarkt, SATS, MIO;
130 units
56,200 1,750 1.0 1996 (C) 1990
(R) 1997
(R) 2008
95.0% 56,200 100% 100% 56,200 FC
Sub-total Shopping Centres in Sweden 248,200
Denmark
Fisketorvet
(Copenhagen)
Uniqlo, Føtex Hypermarket, Silvan, Bahne;
105 units and a cinema complex
61,500 1,600 1.1 2000 (C) 2000
(R) 2013
(R) 2024
86.0% 61,500 100% 100 % 61,500 FC
Sub-total Shopping Centres in Denmark 61,500
Total (according to the scope of consolidation) 309,700
Catchment area: less than 30 minutes from the shopping centre.
1.5.9 Nordics: Offices & Others
Portfolio as at December 31, 2024
Total floor
space (sqm)
Year of
acquisition
Construction (C)/
Refurbishment (R)
date
Total floor
space of the
property
owning
companies
(sqm)
% URW’s
share
% of
consolidation
Total floor
space
according to
consolidation
(sqm)
Consolidation
method
Sweden
Nacka Forum
(Greater Stockholm)
14,300 1996 (C) 1990
(R) 1997
(R) 2008
14,300 100% 100% 14,300 FC
Täby Centrum
(Greater Stockholm)
10,800 1997 (C) 1968/69
(R) 1975
(R) 1992
10,800 100% 100% 10,800 FC
Total (according to the scope of consolidation) 25,100
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1.5.10 Austria: Shopping Centres
Portfolio as at December 31, 2024
GLA of
the whole
complex
(sqm)
Parking
spaces
Catchment
area
(in millions of
people)
Year of
acquisition
Construction (C)/
Refurbishment (R)
date
Occupancy
(EPRA
definition)
GLA of the
property
owning
companies
(sqm)
% URW’s
share
% of
consolidation
Total space
according to
consolidation
(sqm)
Consolidation
method
Austria
Westfield Shopping City Süd
(Vienna)
Zara, H&M, Primark, Peek & Cloppenburg,
MediaMarkt;
302 units and a cinema complex
205,700 9,704 3.6 2008 (C) 1976
(C) 2002
(C) 2012
(R) 2013
(R) 2023
97.5% 144,200 55% 100% 144,200 FC
Westfield Donau Zentrum
(Vienna)
Interspar, Zara, H&M, Peek & Cloppenburg,
C&A;
280 units, a cinema complex and hotel
127,200 3,000 1.8 2003 (C) 1975
(C) 2000
(C) 2006
(C) 2008
(C) 2010
(R) 2012
98.6% 127,200 100% 100% 127,200 FC
Total (according to the scope of consolidation) 271,400
Catchment area: less than 30 minutes from the shopping centre.
1.5.11 Austria: Offices & Others
Portfolio as at December 31, 2024
Total floor
space
(sqm)
Year of
acquisition
Construction (C)/
Refurbishment (R)
date
Total floor
space of the
property
owning
companies
(sqm)
% URW’s
share
% of
consolidation
Total floor
space
according to
consolidation
(sqm)
Consolidation
method
Austria
Donau Zentrum
(Vienna)
10,000 2003 (C) 1975
(C) 1985
10,000 100% 100% 10,000 FC
Shopping City Süd
(Vienna)
9,100 2008 (C) 1989 9,100 55% 100% 9,100 FC
Total (according to the scope of consolidation) 19,100
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1.5.12 Germany: Shopping Centres
Portfolio as at December 31, 2024
GLA of
the whole
complex
(sqm)
Parking
spaces
Catchment
area
(in millions of
people)
Year of
acquisition
Construction (C)/
Refurbishment (R)
date
Occupancy
(EPRA
definition)
GLA of the
property
owning
companies
(sqm)
% URW’s
share
% of
consolidation
Total space
according to
consolidation
(sqm)
Consolidation
method
Germany
Westfield Centro
(Oberhausen)
Galeria Karstadt Kaufhof, H&M, Mango,
Sinn, TK Maxx, Wormland, Zara;
208 units and a cinema complex
260,800 12,000 3.1 2014 (C) 1996 97.7% 254,000
50 %
50% 127,000 EM-JV
Westfield Ruhr Park
(Bochum)
Galeria Karstadt Kaufhof, Zara, H&M,
MediaMarkt, New Yorker, Sinn, Baltz;
160 units and a cinema complex
118,600 4,750 3.2 2012 (C) 1964
(R) 2015
99.4% 110,100 65% 100% 110,100 FC
Paunsdorf Center
(Leipzig)
C&A, Decathlon, H&M, Kaufland,
MediaMarkt, Müller;
189 units
107,100 7,300 2.4 2012 (C) 1994
(R) 2012
91.3% 107,100 45% 50% 53,600 EM-JV
Gropius Passagen
(Berlin)
Kaufland, MediaMarkt, Müller, Primark,
Woolworth;
153 units and a cinema complex
94,500 1,815 3.0 2012 (C) 1964
(R) 1997
(R) 2019
n/a 94,500 18% n/a n/a EM-A
Höfe am Brühl
(Leipzig)
H&M, MediaMarkt, Müller, New Yorker, Lidl,
Pull & Bear;
129 units
50,500 820 2.9 2012 (C) 2012 91.3% 50,500 89.9% 100% 50,500 FC
Palais Vest
(Recklinghausen)
C&A, H&M, Kaufland, MediaMarkt,
Reserved;
115 units
45,600 970 2.2 2012 (C) 2014 87.8% 45,600 89.9% 100% 45,600 FC
Minto
(Mönchengladbach)
H&M, Mango, Müller, Saturn, Sportscheck,
Zara;
118 units
41,600 905 1.3 (C) 2015 97.8% 41,600 89.9% 100% 41,600 FC
Total (according to the scope of consolidation) 428,400
Catchment area: less than 30 minutes from the shopping centre.
1.5.13 Germany: Offices & Others
Portfolio as at December 31, 2024
Total floor
space
(sqm)
Year of
acquisition
Construction (C)/
Refurbishment (R)
date
Total floor
space of the
property
owning
companies
(sqm)
% URW’s
share
% of
consolidation
Total floor
space
according to
consolidation
(sqm)
Consolidation
method
Germany
Höfe am Brühl
(Leipzig)
4,900 2012 (C) 2012 4,900 88.9% 100% 4,900 FC
Total (according to the scope of consolidation) 4,900
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1.5.14 The Netherlands: Shopping Centres
Portfolio as at December 31, 2024
GLA of
the whole
complex
(sqm)
Parking
spaces
Catchment
area
(in millions of
people)
Year of
acquisition
Construction (C)/
Refurbishment (R)
date
Occupancy
(EPRA
definition)
GLA of the
property
owning
companies
(sqm)
% URW’s
share
% of
consolidation
Total space
according to
consolidation
(sqm)
Consolidation
method
The Netherlands
Westfield Mall of the Netherlands
(the Hague region)
Albert Heijn, Jumbo, MediaMarkt, Peek &
Cloppenburg, Zara;
259 units and a cinema complex
125,500 3,776
(1)
4.0 1990 (C) 1971
(R) 2021
96.1% 115,000 100% 100% 115,000 FC
Stadshart Zoetermeer
(Zoetermeer)
Albert Heijn XL, HEMA, Kruidvat,
MediaMarkt, Primark;
123 units
84,100 3,214
(1)
2.4 1983 (C) 1983
(R) 2005
95.7% 54,500 100% 100% 54,500 FC
Stadshart Amstelveen
(Amstelveen)
Albert Heijn, De Bijenkorf, H&M, HEMA,
Zara;
151 units
81,800 2,775
(1)
2.7 2005 (C) 1960
(R) 1998
95.6% 58,800 100% 100% 58,800 FC
Sub-total Shopping Centres in The
Netherlands
228,300
Other holdings in The Netherlands
In den Vijfhoek
(Oldenzaal)
Albert Heijn, Action, Library;
21 units
7,800 70
(2)
n/a 1980 (C) 1980
(R) 2021
n/a 7,800 100% 100% 7,800 FC
Zoetelaarpassage
(Almere)
Tanger supermarket, Casino;
19 units
6,500 450
(2)
n/a 1983 (C) 1983
(R) 2015
n/a 6,500 100% 100% 6,500 FC
Sub-total Other holdings in The Netherlands 14,300
Total (according to the scope of consolidation) 242,600
Catchment area: less than 30minutes from the shopping centre.
(1) Car parks are partly owned by URW and are shared between retail and office.
(2) Car parks not owned by URW.
1.5.15 The Netherlands: Offices & Others
Portfolio as at December 31, 2024
Total floor
space
(sqm)
Year of
acquisition
Construction (C)/
Refurbishment (R)
date
Total floor
space of the
property
owning
companies
(sqm)
% URW’s
share
% of
consolidation
Total floor
space
according to
consolidation
(sqm)
Consolidation
method
The Netherlands
Stadshart Amstelveen
(Amstelveen)
5,800 2005/
2016
(C) 1999 5,400 100% 100% 5,400 FC
Stadshart Zoetermeer
(Zoetermeer)
5,700 1983/
2005
n/a 5,600 100% 100% 5,600 FC
Total (according to the scope of consolidation) 11,000
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1.5.16 United States: Shopping Centres
Portfolio as at December 31, 2024
GLA of
the whole
complex
(sqm)
Parking
spaces
Catchment
area
(in millions of
people)
Year of
acquisition
Construction (C)/
Refurbishment (R)
date
Occupancy
(EPRA
definition)
GLA of the
property
owning
companies
(sqm)
% URW’s
share
% of
consolidation
Total space
according to
consolidation
(sqm)
Consolidation
method
United States Flagships incl. CBD
centres
Westfield Garden State Plaza
(Paramus, New Jersey)
Gucci, Louis Vuitton, Burberry, Versace,
Apple;
331 units and AMC Theatre
193,600 10,831 10.1 1996 (C) 1957
(R) 1997
(R) 2007
(R) 2014
92.7% 106,700 50% 50% 53,300 EM-JV
Westfield Valley Fair
(Santa Clara, California)
Cartier, Louis Vuitton, Gucci, Tiffany, Apple,
Eataly, Prada, Longchamp, Alamo Theater;
348 units
177,900 8,217 5.3 1998 (C) 1986
(R) 2002
(R) 2013
(R) 2016
(R) 2020
95.2% 95,700 50% 50% 47,800 EM-JV
Westfield Southcenter
(Seattle, Washington)
Abercrombie, Express, Lululemon, Sephora,
Victoria’s Secret;
234 units and AMC Theatre
154,100 6,916 3.1 2002 (C) 1968
(R) 2008
(R) 2012
92.8% 75,200 55% 55% 41,400 EM-JV
Westfield Topanga
(Canoga Park, California)
Apple, Tesla, Tiffany, Nespresso, Lululemon;
260 units and AMC Theatre
149,700 6,143 4.1 1994 (C) 1964
(R) 1994
(R) 2006
(R) 2008
(R) 2019
91.7% 82,500 55% 55% 45,400 EM-JV
Westfield Old Orchard
(Skokie, Illinois)
Louis Vuitton, Tiffany, Lululemon, Aritzia,
Crate & Barrel;
164 units
136,400 7,608 3.4 2002 (C) 1956
(R) 2007
(R) 2011
(R) 2013
92.0% 76,500 100% 100% 76,500 FC
Westfield Galleria at Roseville
(Roseville, California)
Gucci, Macy’s, Louis Vuitton, Apple,
Restoration Hardware;
241 units
126,100 6,612 2.3 2002 (C) 2002
(R) 2008
(R) 2018
92.5% 76,900 100% 100% 76,900 FC
Westfield Montgomery
(Bethesda, Maryland)
Apple, Bath & Body Works, Lululemon, Tesla,
Sephora;
226 units and AMC Theatre
124,800 5,689 3.2 1994
2024
(C) 1968
(R) 2001
(R) 2014
(R) 2016
85.2% 77,700 100% 100% 77,700 FC
Westfield Century City
(Los Angeles, California)
Nordstrom, Eataly, Tiffany, Tesla, Equinox,
Tag Heuer, Aritzia, Lululemon;
276 units and AMC Theatre
122,400 4,775 8.1 2002 (C) 1964
(R) 2006
(R) 2013
(R) 2017
96.1% 89,100 100% 100% 89,100 FC
Westfield UTC
(San Diego, California)
Hermès, Chanel, Tesla, Aritzia, Lululemon;
252 units and AMC Theatre
112,600 4,756 2.8 1998 (C) 1977
(R) 1998
(R) 2007
(R) 2012
(R) 2017
97.3% 86,400 50% 50% 43,200 EM-JV
Westfield Culver City
(Culver City, California)
Macy’s, H&M, Adidas, Victoria’s Secret;
181 units
98,800 4,285 4.8 1998 (C) 1975
(R) 2009
(R) 2012
97.5% 63,100 55% 55% 34,700 EM-JV
Westfield World Trade Center
(New York, New York)
Apple, Longines, Eataly, H&M, Banana
Republic;
128 units
36,100 n/a 12.7 2012 (C) 2016 76.4% 36,100 100% 100% 36,100 FC
Sub-total Flagship Shopping Centres in the US 622,100
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Portfolio as at December 31, 2024
GLA of
the whole
complex
(sqm)
Parking
spaces
Catchment
area
(in millions of
people)
Year of
acquisition
Construction (C)/
Refurbishment (R)
date
Occupancy
(EPRA
definition)
GLA of the
property
owning
companies
(sqm)
% URW’s
share
% of
consolidation
Total space
according to
consolidation
(sqm)
Consolidation
method
United States Regional centres
Westfield Wheaton
(Wheaton, Maryland)
Aldo, Footlocker, Costco, H&M;
184 units and AMC Theatre
136,900 6,053 2.1 1997 (C) 1960
(R) 2005
(R) 2013
(R) 2016
94.9% 65,000 53% 53% 34,400 EM-JV
Westfield Oakridge
(San Jose, California)
Apple, Aldo, Sephora, Vans;
194 units and Century Theatre
107,500 4,432 2.4 1998 (C) 1973
(R) 2003
89.0% 74,000 55% 55% 40,700 EM-JV
Westfield Plaza Bonita
(National City, California)
H&M, Aldo, Forever 21, Pandora;
189 units and AMC Theatre
95,400 4,572 1.5 1994 (C) 1981
(R) 2008
(R) 2011
95.3% 54,800 55% 55% 30,100 EM-JV
Westfield Fashion Square
(Sherman Oaks, California)
Apple, Bath & Body Works, Macy’s,
Lululemon, Tesla;
157 units
81,400 3,863 3.6 2002 (C) 1961
(R) 2012
91.1% 34,700 50% 50% 17,300 EM-JV
Sub-total Regional Shopping Centres in the US 122,500
Total (according to the scope of consolidation) 744,600
1.5.17 United States: Offices & Others
Portfolio as at December 31, 2024
Total floor
space
(sqm)
Year of
acquisition
Construction (C)/
Refurbishment (R)
date
Total floor
space of the
property
owning
companies
(sqm)
% URW’s
share
% of
consolidation
Total floor
space
according to
consolidation
(sqm)
Consolidation
method
United States
Wheaton Office
(Wheaton, Maryland)
19,400 1997 19,400 53% 53% 10,300 EM-JV
San Francisco Centre
(San Francisco, California)
9,800 1996 (R) 2006 9,800 100% 100% 9,800 FC
Old Orchard Office
(Skokie, Illinois)
8,300 2002 (C) 1956 8,300 100% 100% 8,300 FC
Corbin Office
(New York, New York)
2,900 2014 2,900 100% 100% 2,900 FC
Total (according to the scope of consolidation) 31,300
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1.5.18 United Kingdom: Shopping Centres
Portfolio as at December 31, 2024
GLA of
the whole
complex
(sqm)
Parking
spaces
Catchment
area
(in millions of
people)
Year of
acquisition
Construction (C)/
Refurbishment (R)
date
Occupancy
(EPRA
definition)
GLA of the
property
owning
companies
(sqm)
% URW’s
share
% of
consolidation
Total space
according to
consolidation
(sqm)
Consolidation
method
United Kingdom
Westfield London
(London, Shepherds Bush)
John Lewis, M&S, Vue;
463 units and a cinema complex
236,400 5,200 4.8 2008 (C) 2008
(R) 2018
90.8% 236,400 50% 50% 118,200 JO
Westfield Stratford City
(London, Stratford)
John Lewis, M&S, Waitrose, Vue,
Aspers Casino;
316 units and a cinema complex
188,800 4,700 3.2 2011 (C) 2011
(C) 2023
97.6% 181,800
7,000
50%
100%
50%
100%
90,900
7,000
EM-JV &
FC
Sub-total Shopping Centres in the UK 216,100
Other holdings
Whitgift
(Croydon)
M&S, Boots, New Look, River Island,
Superdry, The Entertainer;
166 units
141,900 2,039 1.9 2013
2023
(C) 1968 n/a 141,900 100% 100% 141,900 FC
Centrale
(Croydon)
House of Fraser, H&M, Zara, Next,
Sports Direct, Metro Bank;
75 units
74,100 950 1.9 2013
2023
(C) 1988
Drummond
Centre
(R) 2004
n/a 74,100 100% 100% 74,100 FC
Sub-total Other holdings in the UK 216,000
Total (according to the scope of consolidation) 432,100
Catchment area: calculated by CACI.
1.5.19 United Kingdom: Offices & Others
Portfolio as at December 31, 2024
Total floor
space
(sqm)
Year of
acquisition
Construction (C)/
Refurbishment (R)
date
Total floor
space of the
property
owning
companies
(sqm)
% URW’s
share
% of
consolidation
Total floor
space
according to
consolidation
(sqm)
Consolidation
method
United Kingdom
Westfield London
(London)
13,600 2008 (C) 2018 13,600 50% 50% 6,800 JO
Total (according to the scope of consolidation) 6,800
FC = Fully Consolidated
EM-JV = Joint Venture under the equity method
EM-A = Associates under the equity method
JO = Joint Operation
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1.6 Overview of valuation reports prepared by URW SE’s independent
external appraisers for the European assets
Scope of instructions
In accordance with your instructions we have undertaken valuations of
the various freehold and leasehold property interests as at December
31, 2024 (the “valuation date”) either held directly by Unibail-Rodamco-
Westfield SE (the “Company”) or held in a Joint Venture where the
Company holds a share, as referred to in our valuation reports for each
individual property. This Overview letter has been prepared for inclusion
in the Company’s accounts. The valuations have been undertaken by
our local valuation teams in each relevant country and have been
reviewed by the Pan European Valuation teams of all three valuation
firms. In arriving at an opinion of Fair Value (as defined in IFRS 13) for
each property we have taken into consideration European wide
investment transaction activity and not solely any investment activity in
the domestic market. The intangible assets were appraised by the EY
Advisory team in Paris.
We can confirm that we did not receive fees from the Company
representing more than 10% of our respective turnovers.
We can also confirm that our opinion of Fair Value has been reviewed
against other valuations conducted across Europe, if applicable, for
consistency of approach and consideration of the evidence and
sentiment in the market place.
The valuations have been based upon the discounted cash flow ("DCF")
or yield methodologies that are regularly used for these types of
properties.
Following the tangible assets’ rotation made in 2021 by the Company
and the one on intangible assets done in 2024, we confirm that, in
situations where an appraisal firm saw its valuation mandate renewed
for a given asset, the appraisal signatory of such asset did not exceed
two consecutive mandates of four years, in accordance with RICS
recommendations.
Basis of valuation and assumptions
We set out below the basis and assumptions we have used in preparing
our Valuation.
We confirm that the valuations have been made in accordance with the
appropriate sections of the current Practice Statements contained
within the RICS Valuation – Professional Standards (the “Red Book”).
This is an internationally accepted basis of valuation. Our valuations are
fully compliant with IFRS accounting standards and IVSC valuation
standards and guidance.
The valuations have been also prepared in accordance with the AMF
recommendations regarding the presentation of valuation parameters
of listed real estate companies, published February 8, 2010.
We can confirm that we have prepared our valuations as External
Valuers as defined in the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors
Valuation Standards and our valuations have been prepared in
accordance with our General Principles.
Our valuations are prepared on the basis of Fair Value and are reported
as gross values (Fair value gross of any deduction made for typical
purchaser costs).
Intangible assets and businesses
Regarding the valuation of intangible assets attached to the shopping
centres and of businesses, the instructions, standards and
confirmations specific to real estate valuation do not apply.
Date of valuation
The effective date of valuation is December 31, 2024.
Date of inspection
The properties were inspected in the timeframe of January 2024 and
December 2024.
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Aggregated total amount of value of the total property portfolio per the date of the
report
Appraiser Sector
Number of assets
appraised
Number of assets
visited in 2024
Valuation including
transfer taxes
(a)
(€ Mn)
Cushman & Wakefield Shopping Centres/Offices & Others 42 38 17,246
Jones Lang Lasalle Shopping Centres/Offices & Others 45 42 16,444
PricewaterhouseCoopers Convention & Exhibition 12 12 2,538
Ernst & Young Shopping Centres 1 – 280
Other appraisers Shopping Centres 3 – 3,348
Internal valuation Shopping Centres 2 – 1
Impact of the assets valued by two appraisers Shopping Centres (5) – (2,557)
Assets valued at cost and/or not appraised Shopping Centres/Offices & Others – – 1,245
Total portfolio
100 92 38,546
(a) On a proportionate basis.
Aggregated total value for all leasehold and all freehold properties
Valuation including
transfer taxes
(a)
(€ Mn)
Freehold 34,997
Leasehold 3,548
Total portfolio
38,546
(a) On a proportionate basis.
Information
We have requested company management to confirm that the
information which it has supplied to us in respect of the property and its
lessees is both comprehensive and correct in all material aspects. It
follows that we have made an assumption that details of all matters
likely to affect value within their collective knowledge such as operating
expenses, committed capital expenditures, financial elements
including any doubtful debtors, sales based rental levels, prospective
and signed leasing deals, lease incentives and all rent roll information
and vacant units have been made available to us and that the
information is up to date in all material aspects.
Floor areas
We have not measured the property and have relied on the areas which
have been supplied to us.
Environmental investigations and ground
conditions
We were not instructed to carry out a site survey or environmental
assessment nor have we investigated any historical records to establish
whether any land or premises are, or have been, contaminated. Unless
we have been provided with information to the contrary, we assume that
properties are not, nor are likely to be, affected by land contamination
and that there are no ground conditions which would affect their present
or future use.
Planning
We have not seen planning consents and we assume that properties
have been erected and are being occupied and used in accordance with
all necessary consents and that there are no outstanding statutory
notices. We assume that buildings comply with all statutory and Local
Authority requirements including building, fire and health and safety
regulations. We also assume that any extensions currently under
construction satisfy all planning regulations and all necessary permits
are in place.
Title and tenancies
We have relied upon tenancy schedules, summaries of additional
income, non-recoverable costs and capital expenditure and business
plans which have been supplied to us.
Our valuations assume that, other than disclosed in our reports, there is
good and marketable title to the properties and that they are free of any
undisclosed burdens, outgoings, restrictions or charges. We have not
read documents of title and for the purposes of our advice have
accepted the details of tenure, tenancies and all other relevant
information, which have been supplied by the Company.
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Condition
We have reflected the general condition of the property as noted during
our inspections. We were not instructed to carry out a structural survey
but we have reflected any apparent wants of repair in our opinion of the
value as appropriate. The property has been valued on the basis of the
Company’s advice except where we have been specifically advised to
the contrary, that no harmful materials have been used in its
construction.
Taxation
Our valuations are prepared on the basis of Fair Value and are reported
as gross values (Fair value gross of any deduction made for typical
purchaser costs). No allowance has been made in our valuations for
expenses of realisation or for any taxation, which may arise in the event
of a disposal. However, when we have used the DCF methodology, we
have deducted registration duty and transaction costs at the end of the
model for the assessment of the exit value. All rental and capital values
stated are exclusive of Valued Added Tax.
Valuation approach/impact
Properties that do not meet the sustainability characteristics expected
in the market may represent a higher investment risk. Changes to
legislation and market perception may affect prospects for rental and
capital growth, and susceptibility to obsolescence. This view is
supported by the RICS in their recently published guidance note
“Sustainability and ESG in commercial property valuation and strategic
advice (3
rd
Edition).”
As of today, we are currently collecting some ESG information and KPIs
on properties being valued in EMEA and we are analysing the
transactional market evidence to understand what importance is given
to each ESG factor and how they are or were priced by buyers in ongoing
or recent transactions. At this stage, there is limited information
available to rationalise the exact impact of ESG and its components on
market values, as many investors recently finalised their strategy and
only started to collect KPIs. Some local and EU regulations are also
recent, what does not provide sufficient experience to fully embrace the
potential implications and possible solutions to comply with these
regulations.
The existence of a green premium for the more sustainable buildings is
a matter of ongoing market monitoring, investigation and debate.
Appropriate levels of market evidence have yet to be established to
demonstrate fully whether additional value can be ascribed to retail
assets. This investment market monitoring is also to assess where a
brown discount is appropriate. As yet in the market we observe the yield
gap between prime and more secondary assets to be widening with
secondary assets often by definition to have lower EPC ratings.
Additionally, we consider that it is likely that further legislation and
regulation will be introduced in coming years. Alongside this, occupiers
and investors in some sectors are becoming more attentive to the
sustainability aspects of the buildings they choose to occupy or
purchase.
In assessing our Market value, we have also considered the most
recently transacted shopping centres and their ESG performance
(Westfield Carré Sénart, Crossroads portfolio, Westfield Shopping City
Süd, Aupark, Almere, Pasing Arcaden, Equinoccio and CH Ursynów). We
would consider that these transactions give indications on what yields
can be achieved for shopping centres with a similar sort of ESG
performances.
In our study we have considered where the information provided is a
positive or negative outlier relative to the average and assessed
whether this matches the overall quality assessment of the asset to
determine whether there is reduced or enhanced risk at an asset level.
Overall, there is a lack of market evidence to show that there is a value
impact for the sector at the valuation date but we will continue to track
the risk profiles of the assets and work with URW in assessing the data
set available.
We observe that URW is well advanced on ESG topics compared to their
peers and was able to provide us with a significant amount of
information to allow us to analyse the ESG performances of the
portfolio.
Confidentiality and publication
Finally and in accordance with our normal practice we confirm that our valuations are confidential to the party to whom it is addressed for the specific
purpose to which they refer. No responsibility whatsoever is accepted to any third party and neither the whole of our valuation reports, nor any part,
nor references thereto may be published in any document, statement or circular, nor in any communication with third parties without our prior written
approval of the form and context in which it will appear. In signing this Overview, each appraiser does so on its behalf for its own valuation work only.
Yours faithfully,
Christian Luft MRICS
Director
For and on behalf of Jones Lang LaSalle Limited
Geoffroy Schmitt
Partner
For and on behalf of PwC Corporate Finance
Jean-Philippe Carmarans MRICS
Director
For and on behalf of Cushman & Wakefield
Christophe Barthet
Partner
For and on behalf of EY Advisory
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1.7 Overview of valuation reports prepared by URW SE’s independent
external appraisers for the American assets
Scope of instructions
In accordance with your instructions we have undertaken valuations of
the various freehold and leasehold property interests as at December
31, 2024 (the “valuation date”) either held directly by Unibail-Rodamco-
Westfield SE (the “Company”) or held in a Joint Venture where the
Company holds a share, as referred to in our valuation reports for each
individual property. This Overview letter has been prepared for inclusion
in the Company’s accounts. The valuations have been undertaken by
our local valuation teams for each relevant asset and have been
reviewed at the national level by each firm’s engagement leadership. In
arriving at an opinion of Fair Value (as defined in IFRS 13) for each
property we have taken into consideration nationwide investment
transaction activity and not solely any investment activity in the local
markets. The intangible assets were appraised by the EY Advisory team
in Paris.
We can confirm that we did not receive fees from the Company
representing more than 10% of our respective turnovers.
We can also confirm that our opinion of Fair Value has been prepared
under guidelines as stipulated in the Uniform Standards of Professional
Appraisal Practice ("USPAP"), which provide for a consistency of
approach and analysis for all valuations undertaken in the US. The
valuations have been based upon the discounted cash flow or yield
methodologies that are regularly used for these types of properties.
Following the tangible and intangible assets’ rotation made in 2024, we
confirm that, in situations where an appraisal firm saw its valuation
mandate renewed for a given asset, the appraisal signatory of such
asset did not exceed two consecutive mandates of four years, in
accordance with RICS recommendations.
Basis of valuation and assumptions
We set out below the basis and assumptions we have used in preparing
our Valuation.
We confirm that the valuations have been made in accordance with the
appropriate sections of the current Practice Statements contained
within the RICS Valuation – Professional Standards (the “Red Book”).
This is an internationally accepted basis of valuation. Our valuations are
fully compliant with IFRS accounting standards and IVSC valuation
standards and guidance.
The valuations have been also prepared in accordance with the AMF
recommendations regarding the presentation of valuation parameters
of listed real estate companies, published February 8, 2010.
We can confirm that we have prepared our valuations as External
Valuers as defined in the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors
Valuation Standards and our valuations have been prepared in
accordance with our General Principles.
Our valuations are prepared on the basis of Fair Value and are reported
as gross values (Fair Value gross of any deduction made for typical
purchaser costs) and as net values (Fair Value after deduction of typical
purchaser costs).
All assets were valued on a total basis without regard to the Company’s
ownership share and as unencumbered by debt.
Intangible assets and businesses
Regarding the valuation of intangible assets attached to the shopping
centres and of businesses, the instructions, standards and
confirmations specific to real estate valuation do not apply.
Date of valuation
The effective date of valuation is December 31, 2024.
Date of inspection
The properties were inspected in the timeframe of January 2024 and
December 2024.
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Aggregated total amount of value of the total property portfolio per the date of the
report
Appraiser Sector
Number of assets
appraised
Number of assets
visited in 2024
Valuation including
transfer taxes
(a)
(€ Mn)
Cushman & Wakefield Shopping Centres/Offices & Others 7 7 3,040
Kroll Shopping Centres 8 8 6,636
Ernst & Young Shopping Centres 1 – 163
Other appraisers Shopping Centres/Offices & Others – – 250
Internal valuation Offices & Others – – 41
Assets valued at cost and/or not appraised Shopping Centres/Offices & Others – – 42
Total portfolio
16 15 10,172
(a) On a proportionate basis.
Aggregated total value for all leasehold and all freehold properties
Valuation including
transfer taxes
(a)
(€ Mn)
Freehold 7,804
Leasehold 2,368
Total portfolio 10,172
(a) On a proportionate basis.
Information
We have requested company management to confirm that the
information which it has supplied to us in respect of the property and its
lessees is both comprehensive and correct in all material aspects. It
follows that we have made an assumption that details of all matters
likely to affect value within their collective knowledge such as operating
expenses, committed capital expenditures, financial elements
including any doubtful debtors, sales based rental levels, prospective
and signed leasing deals, lease incentives and all rent roll information
and vacant units have been made available to us and that the
information is up to date in all material aspects.
Floor areas
We have not measured the property and have relied on the areas which
have been supplied to us.
Environmental investigations and ground
conditions
We were not instructed to carry out a site survey or environmental
assessment nor have we investigated any historical records to establish
whether any land or premises are, or have been, contaminated. Unless
we have been provided with information to the contrary, we assume that
properties are not, nor are likely to be, affected by land contamination
and that there are no ground conditions which would affect their present
or future use.
Planning
We have not seen planning consents and we assume that properties
have been erected and are being occupied and used in accordance with
all necessary consents and that there are no outstanding statutory
notices. We assume that buildings comply with all statutory and Local
Authority requirements including building, fire and health and safety
regulations. We also assume that any extensions currently under
construction satisfy all planning regulations and all necessary permits
are in place.
Title and tenancies
We have relied upon tenancy schedules, summaries of additional
income, non-recoverable costs and capital expenditure and business
plans which have been supplied to us.
Our valuations assume that, other than disclosed in our reports, there is
good and marketable title to the properties and that they are free of any
undisclosed burdens, outgoings, restrictions or charges. We have not
read documents of title and for the purposes of our advice have
accepted the details of tenure, tenancies and all other relevant
information, which have been supplied by the Company.
Condition
We have reflected the general condition of the property as noted during
our inspections. We were not instructed to carry out a structural survey
but we have reflected any apparent wants of repair in our opinion of the
value as appropriate. The property has been valued on the basis of the
Company’s advice except where we have been specifically advised to
the contrary, that no harmful materials have been used in its
construction.
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Taxation
Our valuations are prepared on the basis of Fair Value and are reported
as gross values (Fair Value gross of any deduction made for typical
purchaser costs) and as net values (Fair Value after deduction of typical
purchaser costs). In addition, when we have used the DCF methodology,
we have deducted registration duty and transaction costs at the end of
the model for the assessment of the exit value. All rental and capital
values stated are exclusive of Valued Added Tax.
Confidentiality and publication
Finally and in accordance with our normal practice we confirm that our
valuations are confidential to the party to whom it is addressed for the
specific purpose to which they refer. No responsibility whatsoever is
accepted to any third party and neither the whole of our valuation
reports, nor any part, nor references thereto may be published in any
document, statement or circular, nor in any communication with third
parties without our prior written approval of the form and context in
which it will appear. In signing this Overview, each appraiser does so on
its behalf for its own valuation work only.
Yours faithfully,
Deborah A. Jackson, CRE, FRICS
Senior Managing Director
For and on behalf of Cushman & Wakefield
Kroll, LLC
For and on behalf of Kroll
Christophe Barthet
Partner
For and on behalf of EY Advisory
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1.8 Structure
URW Group comprises 2 main legal entities:
• Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield SE (“URW SE”) with a registered office in
France; and
• Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield N.V. (“URW NV”), with a registered office
in The Netherlands.
The shares of URW SE and the Class A shares of URW NV are stapled
together (the “Stapled Shares”) such that holders hold an interest in
both URW SE and URW NV as if they held an interest in a single
(combined) company. Any holder of a Stapled Share has the rights and
obligations of both a shareholder of URW SE and a shareholder of URW
NV:
• The right to attend and to vote at general meetings of both companies
and the right to receive dividends paid by both companies; and
• The obligation to disclose threshold crossing in both companies to
the French Market Authority for URW SE and to the Dutch Market
Authority for URW NV and all disclosure requirements described in
the Articles of Association of both companies.
The Stapled Shares are traded on the regulated market of Euronext
Paris. The Group obtained the approval of the Euronext Listing Board on
February 28, 2023 to change its market of reference from Euronext
Amsterdam to Euronext Paris and delist the URW Stapled Shares from
Euronext Amsterdam, while maintaining their listing on Euronext Paris.
In addition, a secondary listing on the Australian Securities Exchange
has been established to allow former Westfield Corporation
shareholders to trade Stapled Shares locally in the form of Chess
Depositary Interests (“CDIs”).
The structure has been designed to take into account the interests of all
former Unibail-Rodamco and Westfield Corporation shareholders by
preserving the respective REIT regimes. URW Group operates under the
Sociétés d’Investissements Immobiliers Cotées (“SIIC”) regime in
France, the Sociedades Anónimas Cotizadas de Inversión en el Mercado
Inmobiliario (“SOCIMI”) regime in Spain, the Fiscal Investment
Institution (fiscale beleggingsinstelling, “FII”) regime for URW NV in The
Netherlands and the Real Estate Investment Trust (“REIT”) regime in
the United Kingdom and the United States.
While both entities have separate decision-making corporate bodies,
independent Supervisory Boards and Management Boards, alignment
and coordination between both entities is guaranteed by the
appointment of the Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer of
URW SE to the Supervisory Board of URW NV, and appointment of the
URW US Chief Operating Officer, who is the Chairman of the
Management Board of URW NV, to the Executive Committee of the URW
Group.
URW SE fully consolidates URW NV and its controlled undertakings and
URW SE’s consolidated financial statements therefore represent a
comprehensive overview of the Group.
For any further information related to URW NV, please refer to its
Annual Report available on the website (https://www.urw-nv.com/en/
investors/financial-information).
(1) Also owns a few Dutch assets.
UNIBAIL-RODAMCO-WESTFIELD SE
FRENCH REIT
UNIBAIL-RODAMCO-WESTFIELD N.V.
(1)
DUTCH REIT
UNIBAIL-RODAMCO-WESTFIELD
SECURITY HOLDERS
STAPLED
SHARES
EUROPEAN
ASSETS
SERVICES
US ASSETS
REIT
59.5%100%
40.5%
CROSS GUARANTEES
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1.9 Simpl
ified Group organisational chart structure
As at December 31, 2024, the Group is structured as follows:
* Australian entities.
UNIBAIL-RODAMCO-WESTFIELD SE
100%
URW
AMERICA INC
WHL USA
US
SUBSIDIARIES
WEA HOLDINGS,
LLC
UNITED STATES
UNITED STATES
FRANCE
EUROPE
74.80%
25.20%
30.07%
69.93%
United States part of the Group.
100%
NORDIC
SUBSIDIARIES
100%
GERMAN
SUBSIDIARIES
100%
AUSTRIAN
SUBSIDIARIES
100%
CZECH
SUBSIDIARIES
100%
POLISH
SUBSIDIARIES
100%
DUTCH
SUBSIDIARIES
100%
SPANISH
SUBSIDIARIES
100%
RODAMCO EUROPE
PROPERTIES B.V.
100%
UNIBAIL-RODAMCO
TH B.V.
100%
UK
SUBSIDIARIES
40.5%
UNIBAIL-RODAMCO-
WESTFIELD N.V.
100%
WESTFIELD
CORPORATION LTD*
100%
WAT*
100%
WFD TRUST*
100%
US SERVICES
DIVISION
SUBSIDIARIES
100%
SERVICES DIVISION
SUBSIDIARIES
50%
CONVENTIONS &
EXHIBITIONS DIVISION
SUBSIDIARIES
100%
OFFICES DIVISION
SUBSIDIARIES
100%
RETAIL DIVISION –
DEVELOPMENT PROJECT
SUBSIDIARIES
100%
RETAIL DIVISION
SUBSIDIARIES
100%
UNI-COMMERCES SAS
100%
DORIA SAS
100%
OFFICES DIVISION –
DEVELOPMENT PROJECT
SUBSIDIARIES
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CORPORATE
GOVERNANCE AND
REMUNERATION
2.1 Governance principles – Afep-Medef Code 41
2.2 Management and supervisory bodies 41
2.2.1 The Management Board 41
2.2.2 The Supervisory Board 49
2.2.3 The Executive Committee 80
2.3 Management and Supervisory Boards'
remuneration
81
2.3.1 Remuneration Policy 83
2.3.2 Corporate officers' remuneration report 92
2.3.3 Supplementary information 102
2.3.4 Performance Stock Options, Performance and Retention Share
plans and employee shareholding
114
2.4 Ethics and compliance within the URW
Group
117
2.4.1 Ethics and compliance: a daily and essential requirement 117
2.4.2 Compliance governance framework 117
2.4.3 Compliance organisational framework 117
2.4.4 Compliance programme 118
2.4.5 Anti-Corruption Programme 118
2.4.6 Prevention of money laundering and terrorism financing 120
2.4.7 Personal data protection 120
2.5 Report of the Supervisory Board on
corporate governance
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2.
2.1 Governance principles – Afep-Medef Code
Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield SE (“URW SE”) voluntarily refers to the
Afep-Medef Corporate Governance Code of Listed Companies in the
version of December 2022 (the “Afep-Medef Code” or “Code”). The Code
is available on the AFEP (Association française des entreprises privées,
French Association of Large Companies) website.
The Company strives to continuously apply the highest standards of
corporate governance.
Recommendations set forth in the Afep-Medef Code are examined each
year by the Governance, Nomination and Remuneration Committee
(“GNRC”), which reports to the Supervisory Board (“SB”), in close
collaboration with the Management Board (“MB”). Close attention is
also paid to the report of the High Committee for Corporate
Governance (Haut Comité de Gouvernement d’Entreprise), the report
of the French Financial Markets Authority (Autorité des marchés
financiers, (“AMF”)) on corporate governance and the remuneration of
executives of listed companies, changes in governance practices in
France and abroad, and the voting policies of investors and voting
advisory agencies. To this end, an analysis incorporating the
Company’s practices and, where appropriate, proposals for
improvement, in the form of an action plan, are submitted to the GNRC
and subsequently to the SB.
Thus, at its meeting of February 12, 2025, the SB carried out, in
accordance with Article L. 22-10-10 of the French Commercial Code, a
review of the Company’s proper application of the Afep-Medef Code
and the proposals for improvement made by the GNRC. The SB
concluded that the Group applies all recommendations of said Code,
including those regarding the remuneration of executives of listed
French companies.
2.2 Management and supervisory bodies
Since 2007, the Company has adopted a dual governance structure:
a European company with MB and SB, considering that such
structure meets the best standards in corporate governance.
It ensures a balanced structure between efficient and responsive
management by the MB and control by the SB, whose diverse
composition guarantees its independence and the quality of its
supervision.
2.2.1 The Management Board
The MB is the Company’s collegial decision-making body and is
overseen by the SB. The MB members are collectively
responsible for the Company’s management and general course
of business. Its mission consists of establishing and executing the
Company’s strategy, effectively structuring and staffing the
Company to ensure efficient functioning, achieving the projected
financial results and communicating these results in the best
manner.
2.2.1.1 Composition of the Management Board
As of December 31, 2024, the MB is composed of 5 members and chaired by Mr Jean-Marie Tritant. The business address of the MB members is
the Company’s registered address, 7, Place du Chancelier Adenauer, 75016 Paris. The MB members are appointed for a period of 4 years, until
the general meeting deciding on the accounts of the past financial year held in the year in which their functions expire.
MB members Nationality Age Gender Main function Starting date Renewal date
Expiry date of the
term of office
Jean-Marie Tritant French 57 M Chief Executive Officer (“CEO”)
MB Chairman
January 1, 2021
December 4, 2024
2028
Sylvain Montcouquiol French 50 M Chief Resources and Sustainability Officer (“CRSO”)
MB member
January 1, 2022
–
2026
Fabrice Mouchel French 54 M Chief Financial Officer (“CFO”)
MB member
January 5, 2021
December 4, 2024
2028
Vincent Rouget French 44 M Chief Strategy and Investment Officer (“CSIO”)
MB member
June 1, 2023
–
2027
Anne-Sophie Sancerre French 46 F Chief Customer and Retail Officer (“CCRO”)
MB member
May 2, 2023
–
2027
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MR JEAN-MARIE
TRITANT
• Graduate of Burgundy – Business School (previously ESC Dijon);
• Master’s Degree from Paris I-Sorbonne University in commercial real
estate (a qualification recognised by the Royal Institute of Chartered
Surveyors);
• Started his career at Arthur Andersen Paris;
• Joined Unibail in 1997;
• Appointed as Managing Director of the Office Division in 2002, and
Managing Director Retail France in 2007;
• Appointed to the MB of Unibail-Rodamco SE as Chief Operating Officer
effective from April 25, 2013, and as President US in June 7, 2018; and
• Appointed as MB Chairman and CEO as of January 1, 2021, and renewed in
his mandate as of December 4, 2024.
MB CHAIRMAN –
CHIEF EXECUTIVE
OFFICER
BORN ON:
November 10, 1967
NATIONALITY:
French
NUMBER OF STAPLED
SHARES HELD:
61,183
(1)
OTHER CURRENT FUNCTIONS AND MANDATES
French Companies / Entities
• Representative of URW SE as member of the French
Fédération des Entreprises Immobilières;
• Non-Executive Director of Pavillon de l’Arsenal;
• Representative of URW SE on the Board of Directors of
Société Paris-Île-de-France Capitale Économique; and
• Representative of URW SE on the Executive Committee of
the Palladio Foundation.
Foreign Company / Entity
• Director of the European Public Real Estate Association
(“EPRA”).
OTHER CURRENT INTRA-GROUP FUNCTIONS AND MANDATES
French Companies
• Chairman of Uni-Expos S.A; and
• Director of Viparis Holding S.A.
Foreign Company
• The Netherlands: SB Chairman of Unibail-Rodamco-
Westfield N.V. (“URW NV”).
PREVIOUS MANDATES DURING THE LAST 5 YEARS
French Company
• none
Foreign Companies
• MB Member and President US of URW NV.;
• Director and Chairman of URW America Inc.;
• Director and Chairman of Annapolis TRS Inc., Fashion
Square Service TRS, Inc., GSP Service TRS, Inc.,
Montgomery Service, Inc., VF/UTC Service, Inc., WCL
Holdings, Inc., Westfield Beneficiary 1, Inc., Westfield
Beneficiary 2, Inc., Westfield Subsidiary REIT 1, Inc.,
Westfield Subsidiary REIT 2, Inc., Westland Properties, Inc.
and Westland Realty Beneficiary, Inc.;
• Director of Broward Mall LLC, Roseville Shoppingtown LLC,
Santa Anita Borrower LLC, Santa Anita GP LLC, Valencia
Town Center Venture GP, LLC and Westfield Paramus 1 Inc.;
• Manager and Chairman of URW WEA LLC, West-OC 2 REIT 1, LLC, West-
OC 2 REIT 2, LLC, West-OC 2 REIT 3, LLC, URW Airports, LLC, Westfield,
LLC, Westfield Concession Management II LLC, Westfield, Gift Card
Management, LLC, Westfield Property Management LLC, Westfield U.S.
Holdings, LLC and WestNant Investment LLC;
• Manager of Annapolis REIT 1 LLC, Annapolis REIT 2 LLC, Annapolis REIT 3
LLC, Broward Mall LLC, Culver City REIT 1 LLC, Culver City REIT 2, LLC,
Culver City REIT 3 LLC, Horton Plaza REIT, 1 LLC, Horton Plaza REIT 2 LLC,
Horton Plaza REIT 3 LLC, Mission Valley REIT 1 LLC, Mission Valley REIT 2
LLC, Mission Valley REIT 3 LLC, North County REIT 1 LLC, North County
REIT 2 LLC, North County REIT 3 LLC, Oakridge REIT 1, LLC, Oakridge REIT
2 LLC, Oakridge REIT 3 LLC, Plaza Bonita REIT 1 LLC, Plaza Bonita REIT 2
LLC, Plaza Bonita REIT 3 LLC, Promenade REIT 1 LLC, Promenade REIT 2
LLC, Promenade REIT 3 LLC, Santa Anita REIT 1 LLC, Santa Anita REIT 2
LLC, Santa Anita REIT 3 LLC, Southcenter REIT 1 LLC, Southcenter REIT 2
LLC, Southcenter REIT 3 LLC, Stratford City Offices (N°.1) LLC, Stratford
City Offices (N°.2) LLC, Stratford City Shopping Centre (N°.1) LLC, Stratford
City Shopping Centre (N°.3) LLC, Topanga REIT 1 LLC, Topanga REIT 2 LLC,
Topanga REIT 3 LLC, West Valley REIT 1 LLC, West Valley REIT 2 LLC,
West Valley REIT 3 LLC, White City Investments (N°. 1) LLC and White City
Investments (N°. 2) LLC; and
• Director of Descon Invest PTY Limited, Fidele PTY Limited, Nauthiz PTY
LTD, Westfield America Management Limited, Westfield American
Investments PTY Limited, Westfield Capital Corporation Finance PTY LTD,
Westfield Queensland PTY LTD, WFA Finance (Aust) PTY Limited and WFD
Finance PTY Limited.
(1) Excluding 7,299 Stapled Shares held via the Company Savings Plan.
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2.
MR FABRICE
MOUCHEL
• Graduate of HEC Business School, Master’s Degree in Law and Bar diploma
(certificat d’aptitude à la profession d’avocat);
• Lawyer in the Mergers & Acquisitions Department of Gide Loyrette & Nouel
(1993–1996);
• Vice-President of Mergers and Acquisitions at ING-Barings (1997–2001);
• Joined Unibail in 2001 as Head of Corporate Development;
• Became Head of Financial Resources and Investor Relations Department in
2002;
• Deputy CFO from June 2007 to April 2013;
• Appointed to the Unibail-Rodamco SE MB as Deputy CFO on April 25, 2013,
and as Group Finance Director on June 7, 2018; and
• Appointed as MB member and CFO as of January 5, 2021, and renewed in
his mandate as of December 4, 2024.
MB MEMBER –
CHIEF FINANCIAL
OFFICER
BORN ON:
April 16, 1970
NATIONALITY:
French
NUMBER OF STAPLED
SHARES HELD:
38,876
(1)
OTHER CURRENT FUNCTIONS AND MANDATES
French Company
• none
Foreign Company
• none
OTHER CURRENT INTRA-GROUP FUNCTIONS AND MANDATES
French Company
• none
Foreign Companies
• The Netherlands: SB member of URW NV;
• Australia: Director of Cavemont Pty Limited, Descon Invest
Pty Limited, Westfield Corporation Limited, Westfield
American Investments Pty Limited, Westfield Capital
Corporation Finance Pty Ltd, Westfield Queensland Pty. Ltd,
WCL Finance Pty Limited, WCL Management Pty Limited
and Westfield America Management Pty Ltd;
• Austria: Managing Director of DZ-Donauzentrum Besitz- und
Vermietungs-GmbH, Shopping Center Planungs- und
Entwicklungsgesellschaft m.b.H. & Co. Werbeberatung KG,
Shopping Center Planungs- und Entwicklungsgesellschaft
mbH, Shopping City Süd Erweiterungsbau Gesellschaft
m.b.H. & Co. Anlagenvermietung KG, Unibail-Rodamco
Austria Verwaltungs GmbH, URW Invest GmbH and Unibail-
Rodamco Invest GmbH;
• Germany: Vice-President of the SB of Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield Germany
GmbH, Managing Director of Rodamco Deutschland GmbH; and
• Luxembourg: Director of Crossroads Property Investors S.A.
PREVIOUS MANDATES DURING THE LAST 5 YEARS
French Company
• none
Foreign Companies
• Managing Director of SCS Liegenschaftsverwertung GmbH and SCS Motor
City Errichtungsges m.b.H.;
• Director of Westfield Investments Pty Limited, Nauthiz Pty Ltd, Westfield
UK Investments Pty Limited, Westfield UK 1 Pty Limited, Westfield UK 2
Pty Limited, Westfield UK 3 Pty Limited, Westfield UK 4 Pty Limited,
Westfield UK 5 Pty Limited, Westfield UK 6 Pty Limited, Fidele Pty Ltd,
Westfield R.S.C.F. Management Pty Ltd and Westfield Developments Pty
Ltd;
• Member of the Board of Directors of Rodamco Sverige AB;
• Director of Liffey River Investments Limited; and
• Joint Director of Unibail-Rodamco Investments B.V., Unibail-Rodamco
Investments 2 B.V., Cijferzwaan B.V., Dotterzwaan B.V., Real Estate
Investments Poland Coöperatief U.A., Rodamco Project I BV, Stichting
Rodamco, Traffic UK B.V., Rodamco Europe Finance B.V. and Rodamco
Nederland Winkels B.V., Deputy Board Member of Unibail Rodamco Poland
5 B.V., Director of U&R Management B.V.
(1) Excluding 11,305 Stapled Shares held via the Company Savings Plan.
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MR SYLVAIN
MONTCOUQUIOL
• Graduate Engineer from École Centrale de Lyon (France), and Master of
Science from Penn State University (USA);
• Started his career at Elf UK as an Engineer in 1998;
• Management Consultant at Capgemini Consulting from 1999 to 2005;
• Joined Unibail in 2005 supporting the Executive Committee on
organisational and operational excellence projects;
• Became Group Director of Organisation of Unibail-Rodamco in 2007;
• Appointed Group Director of Human Resources and Organisation, and
member of the Group Management Team, in 2014;
• Appointed Executive Managing Director of Human Resources and
Organisation of Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield, and member of the Group
Executive Committee, in January 2021; and
• Appointed MB member and CRSO as of January 1, 2022.
MB MEMBER –
CHIEF RESOURCES
AND SUSTAINABILITY
OFFICER
BORN ON:
October 2, 1974
NATIONALITY:
French
NUMBER OF STAPLED
SHARES HELD:
11,752
(1)
OTHER CURRENT FUNCTIONS AND MANDATES
French Company
• none
Foreign Company
• none
OTHER CURRENT INTRA-GROUP FUNCTIONS AND MANDATES
French Companies
• Chairman of Doria SAS and Espace Expansion Immobilière
SAS;
• Supervisory Board Member of Uni-Expos SA;
• Director of Viparis Holding SA;
• Deputy Managing Director of URW Brands SAS and Unibail-
Rodamco Participations SAS; and
• Vice-Chairman of Unibail-Management SAS.
Foreign Company
• none
PREVIOUS MANDATES DURING THE LAST 5 YEARS
French Company
• Chairman of Unibail Management SAS.
Foreign Company
• none
(1) Excluding 9,338 Stapled Shares held via the Company Savings Plan.
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2.
MR VINCENT
ROUGET
• Graduate of HEC Paris with a Master of Science in Management;
• Started his career at Morgan Stanley as an Analyst, Investment Banking
Division in 2003;
• Associate, Global Capital Markets, US Convertible Team at Morgan Stanley
from 2006 to 2007;
• Associate/Principal/Managing Director at Aermont Capital LLP from 2007
to 2015;
• Partner of Aermont Capital LLP from 2015 to 2023;
• President of Aermont Capital SAS from 2018 to 2023;
• Appointed MB member and CSIO as of June 1, 2023; and
• Will act as Chief Operating Officer for European Countries as of May 1,
2025.
MB MEMBER –
CHIEF STRATEGY
AND INVESTMENT
OFFICER
BORN ON:
January 8, 1980
NATIONALITY:
French
NUMBER OF STAPLED
SHARES HELD:
45,000
(1)
OTHER CURRENT FUNCTIONS AND MANDATES
French Company
• none
Foreign Company
• none
OTHER CURRENT INTRA-GROUP FUNCTIONS AND MANDATES
French Companies
• Chairman of Amroy SAS, Immobilère Lidice SAS and
Unibail-Rodamco Participations SAS;
• Deputy Managing Director of Unibail Management SAS; and
• Director of Viparis Holding SA.
Foreign Companies
• United-Kingdom: Director of CentrO Holdings (UK) Limited,
Centro Asset Management Ltd., Centro Europe Ltd., CentrO
Europe (No. 2) Ltd.
PREVIOUS MANDATES DURING THE LAST 5 YEARS
French Companies
• President of Aermont Capital SAS;
• Member of the Investment Committee of Aermont Group,
responsible for Continental Europe investments;
• Member of the Supervisory Board of LP Promotion;
• Member of the Advisory Board of Wilma Immobilien; and
• Member of the Supervisory Board of Marignan.
Foreign Companies
• Chairman of the Board of Directors of Rodamco Centerpool
AB;
• Director of Mall of Europe;
• Joint Director of Rodamco Europe Beheer BV, Rodamco Nederland BV,
Unibail Rodamco Cascoshop Holding BV, Unibail Rodamco Nederland
Winkels BV, Unibail Rodamco Poland 2 BV, Unibail Rodamco Poland 4 BV,
Unibail Rodamco Retail Investments 1 BV, Unibail Rodamco TH B.V., URW
Italy B.V., URW Nederland Winkels 1 BV, URW Nederland Winkels 2 BV,
URW UK Olympic 1 BV, URW UK Olympic 2 BV, URW UK Olympic 3 BV,
URW UK Olympic 4 BV, URW UK Olympic 5 BV, URW UK Olympic 6 B.V.,
URW UK Olympic 7 B.V., URW UK Olympic 8 B.V., URW UK Shepherds 1 BV,
URW UK Shepherds 2 BV, URW UK Shepherds 3 BV, URW UK Shepherds 4
BV, URW UK Shepherds 5 BV, URW UK Shepherds 6 BV, URW UK
Shepherds 7 BV, URW UK Shepherds 8 BV, URW UK Shepherds 9 BV, URW
UK Shepherds 10 BV, URW UK Shepherds 11 BV, URW UK Shepherds 12
BV, URW UK Shepherds 13 BV, URW UK Shepherds 14 BV, URW UK
Shepherds 15 BV, URW Winkels BV, Rodamco Europe Properties BV,
Rodamco Central Europe BV, Broekzele investments B.V., Rodamco Espana
BV, Rodamco Austria BV, Rodamco Czech BV and Rodamco Deutschland
BV;
• Member and Secretary of the Board of Directors of Unibail Rodamco Steam
SL, Proyectos Inmobiliarios Time Blue,Chairman of the Board of Directors
of Alonso Y Calle SA, Circlow, Global Etsy Investments, Proyectos
Inmobiliarios Kansar III SLU, Proyectos Inmobiliarios New Visions SLU,
Sistemas Edgerton, South Pacific Real Estate SLU, Unibail Rodamco Ocio
SLU, Unibail Rodamco Palma SLU, Unibail Rodamco Real Estate SLU,
Unibail Rodamco Retail Spain SLU, Unibail Rodamco Spain SLU, Westfield
Energy SL, Westfield Rise Spain SL and Chairman of the Board of Directors
of Essential Whites SLU, Managing Director of Unibail Rodamco Steam SL
and Proyectos Inmobiliarios Time Blue;
• Managing Director of Centrum Praha Jih – Chodov s.r.o., CGI Metropole,
s.r.o., Energie CČM s.r.o. and Energie MET s.r.o., Chairman of the
Supervisory Board of Beta Development, s.r.o., and Member of the Board of
Directors of Centrum Černý Most a.s., Centrum Chodov, a.s. and Černý
Most II, a.s.;
• Member of the Management Board of GSSM Warsaw and WSSM Warsaw,
Member of the Board of Directors of Crystal Warsaw;
• Meember of the Board of Aupark a.s.;
• Chairman of the Board of Directors of URW Fisketoryet A/S; and
• Chairman of the Board of Directors of Anlos Fastighets AB, Eurostop
Holding AB, Murof A AB, Murof B AB, Murof C AB, Murof D AB, Murof
Holding AB, Piren AB, Rodamco AB, Rodamco Fisketorvet AB, Rodamco
Handel AB, Rodamco Nacka AB, Rodamco Northern Europe AB, Rodamco
Projekt AB, Rodamco Scandinavia Holding AB, Rodamco Täby AB, URW
Nacka AB, URW Nacka Holding AB, URW Täby AB, URW Täby Holding AB.
(1) Including 20,000 Stapled Shares held through his personal holding company. But excluding 2,116 Stapled Shares held via the Company Savings Plan.
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MS
ANNE-SOPHIE
SANCERRE
• Graduate from Sciences Po Paris, holds a degree in Finance and Accounting
from Paris-Dauphine University and a Master’s Degree in Corporate
Strategy and Finance from Edinburgh Napier University;
• Equity research analyst and Investment Banking Associate at Morgan
Stanley (2003-2008);
• Joined Unibail in 2008 as Responsible for mergers and acquisitions;
• Became Head of Investor Relations from 2010 to 2011;
• Group Investment and M&A Director from 2011 to 2014;
• Director of Operations and Investments Shopping Centres France from
2014 to 2016;
• Managing Director Retail France from 2016 to 2020;
• CEO for Southern Europe, from 2021 to April 2023; and
• Appointed MB member and CCRO as of May 2, 2023.
MB MEMBER –
CHIEF CUSTOMER
AND RETAIL OFFICER
BORN ON:
October 2, 1978
NATIONALITY:
French
NUMBER OF STAPLED
SHARES HELD:
12,242
(1)
OTHER CURRENT FUNCTIONS AND MANDATES
French Company
• none
Foreign Company
• none
OTHER CURRENT INTRA-GROUP FUNCTIONS AND MANDATES
French Companies
• CEO of Société de Tayninh SA (listed company);
• Deputy Managing Director of Unibail-Rodamco
Participations SAS; and
• Chairman of Unibail Management SAS, Unibail Marketing &
Multimedia SAS, URW Brands SAS and Westfield Rise
International (SAS).
Foreign Company
• Italy: Director of Westfield Milan S.p.A.
PREVIOUS MANDATES DURING THE LAST 5 YEARS
French Companies / Entities
• CEO of Union Internationale Immobiliere SA and Societe D’exploitation Des
Parkings Et Du Forum Des Halles De Paris SA;
• Chairman of Espace Expansion SAS, Societe Fonciere Immobiliere SAS and
Volumes Technique Lyon SAS;
• Manager of Geniekiosk SARL;
• Deputy Managing Director of Belwarde 1 SAS, Uni-Commerces SAS,
Rodamco France SAS and Unibail Management SAS;
• Director of SemPariSeine; and
• Director of Etablissement public des fonds de prévoyance militaire et
aéronautique.
Foreign Companies
• Chairman of the Board of Directors of Proyectos Inmobiliarios Time Blue,
Unibail Rodamco Steam SL, Managing Director of Unibail Rodamco Retail
Spain SLU and Unibail Rodamco Spain SLU and Member and Secretary of
the Board of Directors of Alonso Y Calle Sa, Circlow, Essential Whites SLU,
Global Etsy Investments, Proyectos Inmobiliarios Kansar III SLU, Proyectos
Inmobiliarios New Visions SLU, Sistemas Edgerton, South Pacific Real
Estate SLU, Unibail Rodamco Ocio SLU, Unibail Rodamco Palma SLU,
Unibail Rodamco Real Estate SLU, Unibail Rodamco Retail Spain SLU,
Unibail Rodamco Spain SLU, Westfield Energy SL and Westfield Rise Spain
SL; and
• Director of Unibail-Rodamco Belgium.
(1) Excluding 5,582 Stapled Shares held via the Company Savings Plan.
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2.
Share ownership requirements applicable to
Management Board member
In order to align the interests of the MB members with those of the
shareholders, and in accordance with a SB decision, the MB members
are required to comply with the strict obligations governing the holding
of investment in Company securities and prohibition of hedging
(described in Section 2.2.2.5) in accordance with the Afep-Medef Code
and Article L. 225-185 of the French Commercial Code. Moreover, the
MB members have undertaken not to engage in hedging transactions in
the Company’s securities.
Management Board succession plan
The MB’s succession plan was successfully implemented several times
and reviewed for the last time at the end of 2024 with the renewal of the
MB mandates of the CEO and CFO.
Recent evolutions have confirmed the relevance of robust medium and
short-term succession planning, ensuring that there is no vacancy at
the level of the MB, while guaranteeing real fluidity in the changes in
governance to ensure the smooth and secure continuity of the Group’s
activity.
The MB succession plan, extended to members of the Executive
Committee ("EC") once a year, was reviewed and discussed at length by
the GNRC and the SB at various occasions in 2024 (7 GNRC meetings
and 5 SB meetings had included such topic at the agenda). The
discussions took place without the presence of any MB members.
In that perspective, before mid-2024, the SB, upon GNRC
recommendation, has implemented a structured process allowing the
evaluation of the succession plan and the definition of short and medium
term actions.
Except in the event that a faster update is required, the succession plan
is reviewed annually.
The standard selection process for candidates is as follows: the GNRC,
in the presence of the Chairman of the MB and the CRSO, (i) defines the
profile of potential candidates with regard to the Group’s strategy and
targeted diversity, (ii) analyses potential successors within the Group,
and (iii) studies the market with external consultants for positions
without potential successors. The GNRC then recommends to the SB
either an internal recruitment or the search for an external candidate
with the desired profile (mandate with the recruitment firm, pre-
selection of candidates, interviews with potential candidates, selection
of a list of final candidates) and finally selects a candidate of each
gender for each profile.
2.2.1.2 Management Board functioning
A. Role of the Management Board
The MB is responsible for determining corporate strategy and
overseeing operations in accordance with the corporate social interest,
taking into account social and environmental challenges of the activity
of the Company. It must act with independence, loyalty and
professionalism within the limit of the corporate social interest. As
provided for by the Afep-Medef Code, the SB assesses the functioning of
the MB on an annual basis.
The MB defends the interests of the Group while taking into account the
relevant interests of all of the Company’s stakeholders. It is responsible
for the manner in which the Group carries out its duties.
Aside from coordination on the strategy, the MB policy and the
Company’s representation in relation to third parties, the MB Chairman
has direct responsibility for legal affairs, risks, crisis management and
security, institutional relations, communication, internal audit and
compliance. The MB Chairman also acts as Chief Operating Officer
(“COO”) and thus supervises the Regional COOs who lead locally the
retail asset strategy and the net rental growth and also coordinate
some Centres of Excellence at European level. Starting on May 1, 2025,
Mr Vincent Rouget will act as COO Europe, in addition to his roles as
Member of the Management Board and Chief Strategy and Investment
Officer, thus supervising the Regional COOs (including in the United-
Kingdom). Mr Jean-Marie Tritant, CEO, will continue direct supervision
of the US region.
Upon recommendation from the Chairman of the MB and subject to the
SB’s prior approval, the MB members shall divide their tasks among
themselves.
The responsibilities and functions of the members of the MB, other than
the CEO, are divided as follows:
• The CFO is responsible for tax matters, for the optimisation of the
cost of capital, and investor relations. As such, he is in charge of the
overall financial function within the Group (accounting, financial
control, consolidation, (re)financing, tax, the budget and 5-year plan,
coordination of asset valuations and investor relations);
• The CRSO oversees Human Resources, Information Technology,
Organisation and ESG functions, within the Group;
• The CSIO is, with the CEO, responsible for structuring, developing and
executing the Group strategy and for the investment/divestment
process and defining the co-ownership and co-investment strategy,
and coordinating corporate development (mergers and acquisitions,
strategic alliances and joint venture developments). He is responsible
for challenging the business strategy, in particular: asset and
development strategy, major restructurings, extensions or
refurbishments. Starting from May 1, 2025, he will also serve as Chief
Operating Officer for Europe and will oversee the Regional Chief
Operating Officers in continental Europe and in the United Kingdom;
• The CCRO is responsible for integrating all aspects of the customer
experience, evolving the offer and accelerating the growth trajectory
of the emerging media and digital capabilities, and leads Marketing,
Westfield Rise, Digital & Data, International Leasing, Strategic
Partnerships, Concept Studio and the SCM and PMPS Centres of
Excellence.
The main provisions of the Articles of Association and the MB Charter
governing the composition, role, duties and functioning of the MB are
provided in Section 7.6.5.
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B. Management Board activities in 2024
The MB met 21 times during the year ended December 31, 2024, and deliberated on the following subjects:
Principal responsibilities of the MB Key areas addressed, managed and/or implemented in 2024
Group strategy • Follow-up and adjustment of the Group strategy;
• Investment and divestment operations in 2024;
• Monitoring of the strategic disposals (costs and revenue) and investment transactions;
• Digital and IT strategy, tools and projects;
• Environmental Transition Action Plans; and
• Specific monitoring of Westfield Hamburg-Überseequartier development project.
Group financial policy, financial performance and
reporting
• Review and closing of the 2023 statutory and consolidated financial statements and reporting on the
consolidated half-year and quarterly financial information for 2024;
• Group 5-year business plan, budget, and monitoring costs & CAPEX of the Group;
• Financial resources, balance sheet, financing Euro Medium Term Notes (“EMTNs”) and liquidity
management;
• Follow up of rating agencies;
• Placement of a dual-tranche green bond;
• The Group’s dividend distribution payment policy and decisions related to the distribution of an
amount deducted from the “Additional paid-in capital” account; and
• Closing of the forecast management documents and preparation of the quarterly activity reports for
the SB.
Internal audit, risk management and control systems • Internal audits, internal control system and compliance matters; and
• Risk management and risk mapping.
Governance and compliance with relevant laws and
regulations
• Monitoring and promoting of the Group’s Anti-Corruption Programme and the Group’s Compliance
Programme;
• Group Insurances Programme;
• Grant and follow-up of endorsements and guarantees;
• Compliance Book update; and
• Compliance with regulatory/legal requirements and changes.
Company remuneration policy and performance
assessments
• Employee remuneration policy of the Group with a focus on Group senior management;
• Review of the Executive Committee’s performance and remuneration;
• Grant of Performance Stock Options (“SO”) and Performance Shares (“PS”); and
• Share capital increase reserved for employees.
Human resources • Talent development and management;
• Diversity and inclusion policy;
• Employee satisfaction survey: monitoring and analysis;
• Succession plans within the Group; and
• Recruitment of key Group positions.
Shareholder outreach and engagement • Investor and proxies advisors dialogue and road-shows;
• Notice of meeting for the Annual General Meeting (“AGM”) and related documentation (agenda,
resolutions, MB report, etc.), answer to written questions and shareholder requests;
• General Meeting;
• Group communication; and
• 2023 Universal Registration Document and 2024 HY Financial Report.
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2.
2.2.2 The Supervisory Board
2.2.2.1 Supervisory Board composition and
diversity
As at December 31 2024, the SB consists of 10 members, of which 8
members are independent. Mr Jacques Richier is the Chairman of the
SB since May 11, 2023.
The principal provisions of the Articles of Association and the charters
of the SB and of its committees governing the composition, role,
responsibilities and functioning of the SB and its committees are
provided in Section 7.6.
Evolution of the composition of the
Supervisory Board
A. Changes occurred in 2024 pursuant to the
April 30, 2024, General Meeting
In the Supervisory Board composition
• The mandates as SB members of Ms Susana Gallardo, Ms Sara Lucas
and Ms Aline Sylla-Walbaum were renewed for a period of 3 years.
In the composition of the committees
• Ms Sara Lucas was renewed as member of the Audit Committee
(AC);and
• Ms Susana Gallardo and Ms Aline Sylla-Walbaum were renewed as
members of the Governance, Nomination & Remuneration
Committee (GNRC).
B. Changes pursuant to October 4, 2024,
Supervisory Board Meeting
• Mr Xavier Niel resigned from his mandate as SB member; and
• Mr Michaël Boukobza was co-opted as SB member replacing Mr
Xavier Niel, and was appointed as GNRC member.
C. Changes in 2025
(1)
In the Supervisory Board composition
Upon the GNRC's recommendation, the SB will propose at the April 29,
2025, General Meeting (GM):
• The renewal of the SB mandate of Ms Julie Avrane for a period of
3years;
• The ratification of the co-optation of Mr Michaël Boukobza and his
appointment as SB member for a period of 3 years; and
• The appointment of Mr Xavier Niel as SB member for a period of
3years.
Mr Michel Dessolain and Ms Dagmar Kollmann have decided not to seek
for renewal of their SB mandates at the 2025 AGM.
Upon the GNRC's recommendation, to optimize the size and the
functioning of the SB, the SB has decided not to propose the
appointment of any other candidates.
The SB took note of the resignation of Ms Cécile Cabanis as at February
12, 2025, following her recent appointment as Deputy CFO of Group
LVMH. Mr Roderick Munsters was appointed as SB Vice-Chairman as at
February 12, 2025, to succeed Ms Cécile Cabanis.
In the composition of the committees
• Ms Julie Avrane would be appointed as GNRC member following the
April 29, 2025, GM ;
• Mr Xavier Niel would be appointed as AC member following the April
29, 2025, GM ;
• Mr Roderick Munsters was appointed as AC Chairman as at February
12, 2025; and
• Ms Aline Sylla-Walbaum was appointed as GNRC Chair as at
February 12, 2025.
The SB believes that such redesign of its composition will enable an
appropriate size and increased agility, while ensuring a wide range of
relevant knowledge and experience, and a balanced diversity to perform
its duties in the most appropriate manner.
For more details, please refer to the convening notice 2025, available on
the Company’s website.
(1) Prior to URD publication.
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Composition of the Supervisory Board (SB) as at December 31, 2024
The SB composition reflects a strong commitment in terms of
independence (80% independent), gender diversity (60% women/40%
men) and international exposure (30% non-French with 6 nationalities
represented), and the wide-ranging experience and expertise of its
members. The average SB member age is 58.6 years. The current
composition aligns with the Group’s strategy through their relevant
active executive or senior leadership experience, and expertise in real
estate/asset management, retail and hospitality, international markets
(including the Continental Europe, the US and the UK), ESG/
sustainability, corporate governance/remuneration, risk oversight/
compliance, finance and restructuring/disposals, among other areas.
The skills and expertise are summarised in the biographies of the SB
members and detailed in the experience matrix presented then after.
A. Overview of Supervisory Board composition as at December 31, 2024
*Governance, Nomination and Remuneration Committee.
**Audit Committee.
Mr Michel Dessolain
ACmember**
French
Nonindependent
GNRCmember*
Spanish
Independent
Mr Michaël Boukobza
GNRCmember*
French
Nonindependent
Mr Jacques Richier
SBChairman
ACmember**
French
Independent
Attendance
97.3%
Independence
80%
Nationalities
6
Average age
58.6
Diversity
60%
Female
40%
Male
Ms Cécile Cabanis
SBVice-Chair
ACChair**
French
Independent
Ms Sara Lucas
ACmember**
BritishandFrench
Independent
Ms Julie Avrane
ACmember**
French
Independent
Ms Aline Sylla-Walbaum
GNRCmember*
French
Independent
Ms Dagmar Kollmann
GNRCmember*
Austrian
Independent
Mr Roderick Munsters
GNRCChairman*
CanadianandDutch
Independent
Ms Susana Gallardo
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B. Supervisory Board (SB) members as at December 31, 2024
Name
Shares
held
(1)
Committee Age Gender Nationality Independence
First
appointed
Term expires
at GM
SB seniority at
year-end
2024
Mr Jacques Richier
SB Chairman
4,252 AC 69 M French Independent 2023 2026 1.6
Ms Cécile Cabanis
SB Vice-Chair and AC Chair
2,087 AC 53 F French Independent 2020 2025 4
Mr Roderick Munsters
GNRC Chairman
1,000 GNRC 61 M Dutch and
Canadian
Independent 2017 2026 7.6
Ms Julie Avrane 1, 200 AC 53 F French Independent 2020 2025 4
Mr Michaël Boukobza 1 GNRC 46 M French Non-independent 2024 2026 0.2
Mr Michel Dessolain 106,731 AC 69 M French Non-independent 2022 2025 2.6
Ms Susana Gallardo 1 950 GNRC 60 F Spanish Independent 2020 2027 4.1
Ms Dagmar Kollmann 725 GNRC 60 F Austrian Independent 2014 2025 10.5
Ms Sara Lucas 200 AC 59 F British and
French
Independent 2023 2027 1.6
Ms Aline Sylla-Walbaum
1,057 GNRC 52 F French Independent 2021 2027 3.6
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C. Supervisory Board (SB) member information and mandates held as at December 31, 2024
The biography of each SB member includes a description of competences and key expertise. All SB members have multiple skills and experiences, as
described in the experience matrix then after. Please refer to this matrix for the meaning of icons included in each biography.
The business address of the SB members is the Company’s registered address, 7, Place du Chancelier Adenauer, 75016 Paris.
MR JACQUES
RICHIER
• HEC MBA (France), DEA in Materials Physics, and engineering degree from
INSA Lyon (France);
• Started his career as searcher at the Lawrence Berkeley Lab (US);
• He held various positions from 1985 to 2000 at Azur Assurances as IT
Manager and Chief Operating Officer, Managing Director in 1997, then Chief
Executive Officer in 1998;
• He joined Swiss Life France in 2000 and became CEO in 2003;
• In 2008, he was appointed Managing Director of AGF (became Allianz
France), then in 2010 Chief Executive Officer of Allianz France;
• He is also Municipal Councillor of the Nice City Hall, and was Vice-
President of France Assureurs from 2016 to 2019 (formerly Fédération
Française de l’Assurance, the French Insurance Federation); and
• Since 2021, he has been Chairman of the Board of Directors of Allianz
France.
CHAIRMAN OF THE
SUPERVISORY BOARD
MEMBER OF THE
AUDIT COMMITTEE
Independent
BORN ON:
February 12, 1955
NATIONALITY:
French
NUMBER OF STAPLED
SHARES HELD:
4,252
OTHER CURRENT FUNCTIONS AND MANDATES
Listed company
• Vice-Chairman of the Board of Directors of IDI S.C.A
(France), representing Allianz IARD.
Other companies
• Chairman of the Board of Directors of Allianz France S.A.
(France) and other mandates within Allianz France Group;
• Supervisory Board Member and Chairman of the Audit and
Risks Committee of Diot-Siaci S.A.S. (France); and
• Censor in the Board of Directors of Rothschild Martin Maurel
S.A. (France).
PREVIOUS MANDATES DURING THE LAST 5 YEARS
• Supervisory Board member of Siaci Saint-Honoré S.A.S. (France,non-listed);
• Supervisory Board Member of Gimar S.C.A. (France, non-listed) (end of
mandate at December 31, 2023);
• Supervisory Board member of Acropole Holding S.A.S (France, non-listed);
• Director of Suez S.A.S (France, listed);
• Director of Georgia Healthcare Group Plc (UK, listed); and
• Managing Director of Allianz France S.A. (France, non-listed).
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Experience:
• Relevant leadership experience:
- Relevant and strong operational and leadership experience as former Managing Director and CEO of Azur Assurances, Swiss Life, and
Allianz France. Formerly sat and is currently sitting as non-executive member at several Boards such as Allianz France, IDI SCA, Rothschild
Martin Maurel, Diot-Siaci, Gimar, Georgia Healthcare Group and Suez.
• International experience:
- International and strong perspective in various executive and non-executive positions, notably in Health, for more than 35 years (Suez,
Georgia Healthcare and Allianz France (subsidiary of Allianz SE, which is among the world’s leading insurance groups)).
• Insurances experience:
- Extensive responsibility for oversight and management of insurance, including cyber insurance, in executive and non-executive positions at
Azur Assurances, Swiss Life and Allianz France; and
- Excellent knowledge of the insurance industry, having worked actively in many positions in this sector for more than 35 years.
• Finance experience:
- Extensive knowledge in financial markets and financial analysis, as CEO of insurance companies, operating internationally, managing
complex insurance regulatory finance aspects; and
- Substantial expertise in financial matters linked to investment and private equity acquired in several positions.
• Public affairs and regulatory experience:
- A significant and longstanding expertise in regulatory and public affairs, as well as expertise in lobbying; a recognised actor in various
French federations and movements (Movement of the Enterprises of France (Mouvement des entreprises de France, MEDEF), France
Assureurs).
• Corporate governance:
- Significant expertise in governance, due to a long career in the insurance sector and through non-executive and committee roles, dealing
with and responsible for HR, governance, remuneration and growth. In his different committee roles, he was responsible for such topics.
• Risk oversight and compliance:
- Through his different management positions, including as CEO of various companies, has recognised experience in risk management and
compliance topics.
• Expertise in ESG (competencies in social, environmental, climate and governance matters) and sustainability:
- Led ESG topics at Allianz France as CEO, both on sustainable finance and on strategic issues. Initiated the ESG process with employees,
then investors, and raised awareness among distribution networks. Oversight of the implementation of the ESG strategy, and of
development of offers with environmental value; and
- Participated for France Assureurs in the renewal of the commitment to sustainable development by approving the profession’s new ESG
charter as Vice-President.
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Supervisory Board member
proposed for renewal at the 2025
General Meeting.
MS JULIE
AVRANE
• Graduate of the École Nationale Supérieure des Télécommunications de
Paris and of the Collège des Ingénieurs, and she has an MBA from INSEAD;
• Former Senior Partner with McKinsey & Company in France; and
• Prior to joining McKinsey in France, she worked for 2 years as a business
analyst in McKinsey’s London office from 1995 to 1997, and as a researcher
with Bull Honeywell in Boston (US) in 1993 and Cogema (Areva) in 1994.
MEMBER OF THE
AUDIT COMMITTEE
Independent
BORN ON:
June 11, 1971
NATIONALITY:
French
NUMBER OF STAPLED
SHARES HELD:
1,200
OTHER CURRENT FUNCTIONS AND MANDATES
Listed companies
• Permanent representative of the Strategic Equity Fund at
the Board of Directors of Valeo S.E. (France), member of its
Audit and Risks Committee, member of its Nominations,
Governance and RSE Committee, and in charge of RSE for
the Board of Directors;
• Independent Director of Bureau Veritas S.A., member of its
Audit and Risks Committee, and Chair of the Strategic
Committee (France); and
• Independent Director of Exail Technologies S.A. (formerly
Groupe Gorgé S.A.) (France).
Other companies
• Director of Group Monnoyeur S.A.S. and Chair of its ESG
Committee (France); and
• Director of Group Crouzet S.A.S. (France);
PREVIOUS MANDATE DURING THE LAST 5 YEARS
• Director of the start-up Cubyn S.A.S. (France).
Further experience:
• Relevant active executive or senior leadership experience:
- Former Senior Partner with McKinsey & Company in France and member of the committee that elects partners of McKinsey; and
- A Board member of Valeo, Bureau Veritas, Monnoyeur Group, Group Crouzet and Exail Technologies.
• Financial expertise:
- Board member of Valeo and member of its Audit and Risks Committee, and representative of the Strategic Equity Fund; and
- Board member of Bureau Veritas and member of its Audit and Risks Committee.
• EU market experience:
- Served major clients across Europe in high technology, aerospace and defence, transportation and mobility as a Senior Partner with
McKinsey & Company in France.
• Digital/e-commerce:
- More than 25 years’ experience in management consulting, with expertise in digital, corporate strategy, growth, organisation,
transformation, mergers and culture and change; projects ranged from large-scale transformations and turnarounds to growth strategies
and Industry 4.0, and she co-led the McKinsey high-tech skills practice worldwide.
• Corporate governance:
- Extensive experience advising boards of French and international listed companies on governance and strategy at McKinsey & Company.
• Risk oversight and compliance (including health & safety, and cybersecurity):
- Board member of Bureau Veritas, leader in the field of quality, health, safety and environment whose main activities are audit, certification,
cybersecurity and ESG development.
• ESG (competencies in social, environmental, climate and governance matters) and sustainability:
- Sits on the Audit and Risk Committees of Valeo and of Bureau Veritas that follow the extra-financial indicators and delivery of such ESG
indicators, and chaired the ESG Committee of Monnoyeur Group; and
- Furthermore, she is in charge of RSE topics for the Board of Directors of Valeo, and member of its Nominations, Governance and RSE
Committee.
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Member of the Supervisory
Board proposed for ratification
and appointment at the 2025
General Meeting.
MR MICHAËL
BOUKOBZA
• Graduate from ESCP and Paris Dauphine;
• Michaël Boukobza started his career in the M&A departments of Rothschild &
Cie in Paris and of Morgan Stanley in London, then worked for iBazar (France)
where he led capital market and M&A transactions;
• He joined the Iliad Group (France) in January 2000, where he held the position
of Managing Director from 2003 to 2007;
• In 2007, he joined the cable television and telecommunications company Hot
(Israel);
• In May 2012, he became Chairman and CEO of Golan Telecom (Israel), which
was acquired by Electra Group (Israel) in 2017; and
• Michaël Boukobza has been a director on the Board of Monaco Telecom
(Monaco) since 2014.
GNRC MEMBER
Non-independent
BORN ON:
June 22, 1978
NATIONALITY:
French
NUMBER OF STAPLED
SHARE HELD:
1
(1)
OTHER CURRENT FUNCTION AND MANDATE
Listed company
• None
Other company
• Director of Monaco Telecom (Monaco).
PREVIOUS MANDATE DURING THE LAST 5 YEARS
• None
Further experience:
• Significant experience as leader:
- Extensive operational, executive and Director experience, particularly in Telecommunication, innovation and digital developments fields, as
well as in the press industry; and
- 25 years of entrepreneurial expertise.
• International experience:
- Various leadership positions in France, UK, Monaco and the Middle East; and
- Investor and entrepreneur operating internationally.
• Experience in Finance/Audit:
- In its various positions of management (CEO, General Manager), supervision of financial and audit matters.
• Expertise in restructuring, divestments and disposals:
- Worked in the M&A departments of Rothschild & Cie in Paris and Morgan Stanley in London, then worked for iBazar where he led capital
market and M&A operations; and
- Expertise in cost reduction management.
• Experience in the digital sector:
- Long-term responsibilities in digital innovation and development, as well as the press industry; and
- Recognized digital expertise for over 25 years.
• Expertise in corporate governance and compensation, and ESG:
- Responsible for corporate governance and ESG in his positions of Executive and Director.
(1) Staple Share acquired on January 10, 2025.
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resigning as at February 12, 2025.
MS CÉCILE
CABANIS
• Deputy CFO of Group LVMH (listed, France) since June 7, 2024 ;
• Former Deputy CEO of Tikehau Capital S.C.A. (listed, France)
(September 1, 2021 until June 7, 2024) ;
• Former CFO, Technology & Data, Sustainability & Procurement, and
former Vice-Chair of the Board of Directors and former member of the
Executive Committee of Danone S.A. (listed, France); she served in a
range of key positions in finance since joining Danone S.A. in 2004;
• Former Deputy Director Mergers & Acquisitions at France Télécom;
• Began her career in 1995 at L’Oréal in South Africa, as Logistics
Manager and Head of Management Control, then in France as an internal
auditor; and
• Graduated from the Institut National Agronomique Paris-Grignon as an
agricultural engineer.
VICE-CHAIR OF THE
SUPERVISORY BOARD
CHAIR OF THE
AUDIT COMMITTEE
Independent
BORN ON:
December 13, 1971
NATIONALITY:
French
NUMBER OF STAPLED
SHARES HELD:
2,087
OTHER CURRENT FUNCTIONS AND MANDATES
Listed company
• Deputy CFO of Group LVMH (France).
Other companies
• Member of the Supervisory Board of Mediawan S.A.S.
(France);and
• Member of the Board of the French Anti-trust Authority
(France).
PREVIOUS MANDATES DURING THE LAST 5 YEARS
• Deputy CEO at Tikehau Capital S.C.A. (France)(listed);
• CFO and member of the Executive Committee of Danone S.A. (France)
(listed);
• Vice-Chair of the Board of Directors of Danone S.A. (France) (listed);
• Member of the Supervisory Board of Teract S.A., (France, listed);
• Chair of the Audit and Risks Committee of Schneider Electric S.E.
(France) (listed);
• Member of the Supervisory Board of Société Éditrice du Monde S.A.
(France);
• Director at France Medias Monde S.A. (France); and
• Independent Director and member of the Audit and Risk Committee at
Schneider Electric S.E. (France).
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Further experience:
• Relevant active executive or senior leadership experience:
- Significant experience in operational management and corporate governance as current Deputy CFO at Group LVMH, and as former Deputy
CEO at Tikehau Capital S.C.A. and former CFO and Vice-Chair of the Board of Directors of Danone S.A.;
- Extensive independent Director experience in France in a variety of sectors including consumer goods, media and energy.
• Financial expertise:
- As current deputy CFO at Group LVMH; and as former Deputy CEO at Tikehau Capital S.C.A., a company specialised in alternative asset
management and investment, and former CFO and non-executive Director at Danone S.A.;
- Served in a range of key positions in finance at Danone since 2004, including Corporate Finance Director, Head of Business Development and
Vice-President Finance for the Fresh Dairy Products division; Chief Financial Officer and member of the Executive Committee from 2015 to
2021; and
- In-depth knowledge of strategic M&A developed as Deputy Director Mergers & Acquisitions at France Télécom.
• Risk oversight and compliance experience:
- Extensive listed company experience in risk oversight and audit as CFO of Danone, as Director and Chair of the Audit and Risks Committee of
Schneider Electric SE. and as member of the Audit Committee of Mediawan S.A.S.
• International experience:
- As current Deputy CFO at Group LVMH, operating internationally.
- Experience in a variety of international and emerging markets as CFO of Danone, a global leader in the food and beverage sector.
• Digital:
- In-depth experience with digital as Head of Information Systems and Technologies at Danone S.A.
• ESG (competencies in social, environmental, climate and governance matters) and sustainability:
- Extensive experience in ESG matters as former CFO Technology & Data, Sustainability & Procurement at Danone, in charge of strategy, data
transformation, sustainability and strategic resources cycle. Sponsor of inclusive diversity for Danone, leading the first listed “entreprise à
mission”; and
- As former Deputy CEO at Tikehau Capital, leading the Human Capital and ESG functions, and the impact funds platform.
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General Meeting.
MR MICHEL
DESSOLAIN
• Holds a Master’s Degree in Law and is a Graduate of École Spéciale des
Travaux Publics du Bâtiment et de l’Industrie and of the Institut de la
Construction et de l’Habitat (France);
• Started his career at La Caisse des Dépôts & Consignation as a project
manager, then as a property expert; he was later appointed as a
Development Manager at Habitat;
• Joined Unibail in 1997 as General Manager of the Shopping Centre Division,
then became Chief Operating Officer following the merger with Rodamco
in 2007;
• Appointed to the Unibail-Rodamco SE Management Board from 2007 to
2012 as Chief Strategy Officer and Co-CEO of Mfi AG (Unibail-Rodamco’s
German subsidiary) from 2011 to 2015;
• Was Chairman of the French Shopping Centre Council (“CNCC”) from 2013
to 2017;
• Was Managing Director of the Convention & Exhibition business of URW SE
from 2015 to 2018 then COO Europe from 2018 to 2021; and
• Former Special Advisor to the Chairman of the MB of URW SE from 2021
until March 31, 2022.
MEMBER OF THE
AUDIT COMMITTEE
Non-independent
BORN ON:
December 2, 1955
NATIONALITY:
French
NUMBER OF STAPLED
SHARES HELD:
106,731
(1)
OTHER CURRENT FUNCTIONS AND MANDATES
Listed company
• None
Other companies
• Managing Director of Sydes S.A. (Belgium);
• Non-executive Director at Inmémori S.A.S. (France); and
• Non-executive Director at Besix Red S.A. (Belgium).
PREVIOUS MANDATES DURING THE LAST 5 YEARS
• Non-executive Director at Electra S.A.S. (France);
Mandates within URW Group
• France: Chairman of the Management Board of Uni-Expos and Director of
Viparis Holding;
• Germany: SB member of Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield Germany GmbH, and
Director of Neue Mitte Oberhausen Projektentwicklung Beteiligungs GmbH,
CentrO Grundstücksentwicklungs GmbH, CentrO Projektentwicklungs
GmbH, CentrO Oberhausen GmbH, SL Oberhausen Beteiligungs GmbH;
• Belgium: Representative of Unibail-Rodamco Belgium N.V. (itself Director
of Mall of Europe), of Unibail-Rodamco Belgium N.V. (itself Director of Mall
of Europe) and of Unibail-Rodamco Belgium N.V.;
• Australia: Director of Cavemont Pty. Limited, Westfield Developments Pty
Ltd, Westfield R.S.C.F. Management Pty Limited, WCL Finance Pty Limited,
Fidele Pty Limited, Westfield America Management Limited and Westfield
Corporation Limited;
• Italy: Director of Westfield Milan S.p.A.;
• Spain: Chairman of the Board of Directors of Proyectos Inmobiliaros New
Visions, S.L.U., Essential Whites, S.L.U., Proyectos Inmobiliarios Time
Blue,Unibail Rodamco Steam, S.L.; Member and Secretary of the Board of
Directors of Global Etsy Investments, Sistemas Edgerton, Unibail Rodamco
Ocio SLU, Unibail Rodamco Retail Spain SLU, Proyectos Inmobiliarios
Kansar III SLU, Westfield Energy SL, Circlow, Unibail Rodamco Spain SLU,
Secretary of the Board of Directors of Westfield Rodamco Palma SLU,
Westfield Rise Spain SL, Unibail Rodamco Real Estate SLU, Alonso y Calle
SA.
(1) Mr Dessolain holds 51,731 Stapled Shares directly , also 55,000 Stapled Shares through his personal holding company (Sydes S.A.), for a total of 106,731 Stapled Shares.This
excludes 2,352 Stapled Shares held via the Company Savings Plan.
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Further experience:
• Relevant leadership experience:
- Operational and leadership experience as a former member of the Management Board of Unibail-Rodamco SE and COO Europe of URW SE,
holding several Group executive roles including COO, CSO, Co-CEO of Mfi AG in Germany and Managing Director of Viparis, as well as an
Executive Director at Habitat.
• International experience:
- Experience in worldwide real estate due to expertise in URW shopping centres, which are widely located in Europe, the UK and the US, and
also as Head of International Development at Habitat at the start of his career; and
- Experience as COO Europe from 2018 to 2021, and member of the Management Board of Unibail-Rodamco SE, and recently as former
Special Advisor to the Chairman of the MB of URW SE; a major and recognised player in the field of shopping centres (Continental Europe,
UK and US).
• Real estate experience:
- Extensive real estate experience at URW from 1997 to 2022; first as COO, then as CIO and then as COO Europe.
• Public affairs:
- Significant and strong expertise in communications and government and public affairs, as Chairman of CNCC (2 mandates), a major player in
relations between legislators, operators and tenants in France, and through his interactions with political actors and the various legislative
bodies across Europe in his roles as Chief Strategy Officer and CEO Europe of URW Group.
• ESG (competencies in social, environmental, climate and governance matters) and sustainability:
- Extensive responsibility for oversight and reporting all relevant ESG topics as Managing Director of UR-LAB, the URW Group’s research and
innovation structure specifically created in 2012 to accelerate the Group global innovation capacity of URW and Viparis, notably on ESG
issues such as carbon footprint reduction;
- As a permanent guest of the MB of URW SE, is actively involved in the constant reviews of ESG-related objectives and programmes through
interaction with the ESG teams; and
- Actively supported the top management on energy transition matters, as a Board member of Electra, a European ultra-fast chargers
development company.
• Finance:
- Extensive responsibility for oversight and reporting all financial topics as COO Europe of URW, and managing various financial topics as
project manager at La Caisse des Dépôts & Consignation; and
- As a permanent guest of the MB of URW SE, is actively involved in the constant reviews of finance-related issues.
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MS SUSANA
GALLARDO
• BSc degree in Economics and Politics from Oxford Polytechnic and
graduated from IESE Business School (Advance Management Programme);
also studied at City of London Polytechnic;
• Chair of the Family Council of Landon Grupo Corporativo, which is active in
real estate, private equity and other financial investments, in addition to its
controlling interests in Almirall and Goodgrower;
• Former Director of Abertis (an infrastructure company which owns Sanef),
CaixaBank (LaCaixa Group) and Criteria Caixa; former Vice-President of
Pronovias; and
• Began her career in finance at Banco de Europa as a money market trader.
GNRC MEMBER
Independent
BORN ON:
December 2, 1964
NATIONALITY:
Spanish
NUMBER OF STAPLED
SHARES HELD:
1 950
(1)
OTHER CURRENT FUNCTIONS AND MANDATES
Listed company
• Non-executive Director, and Vice-Chair of the Board of
Banijay Group N.V. (The Netherlands) (formerly known as FL
Entertainment N.V.).
Other companies
• Chair-elect of the Family Council of Landon Grupo
Corporativo (Spain);
• Director of Goodgrower S.A. (Spain);
• Member of the Advisory Board of Universitat International
de Catalunya in Barcelona (Spain); and
• Director of the Fundacion Aurea (Spain).
PREVIOUS MANDATE DURING THE LAST 5 YEARS
• Chair of Fundacion Bienvenido (Spain), ended in 2022.
Further experience:
• Relevant active executive or senior leadership experience:
- Chair of the Family Council of Landon Grupo Corporativo, experience as independent Director in various sectors including banking and
infrastructure, and 28-year career at Pronovias as Vice-President.
• Corporate Governance/Remuneration:
- Experience in family office governance, and as independent Director of Spanish listed company Boards with robust corporate governance
practices; former Chair of the Appointments and Remuneration Committee of CaixaBank (LaCaixa Group); and former Director of Criteria
Caixa and Chair of its Audit Committee.
• Real estate/asset management:
- Member of the Investment Committee of her family office for more than 20 years, with large investments in real estate, fixed income and
equity investments as well as private equity.
• International experience (including healthcare):
- Significant knowledge of the Spanish and European market through a 29-year career in fashion and investments in European real estate,
private equity, pharmaceuticals and healthcare.
• Retail experience:
- Seasoned executive with 28 years of experience as Vice-President of Pronovias, a leading global bridalwear brand with an extensive
international presence in Europe, the US and Asia.
• ESG (competencies in social, environmental, climate and governance matters) and sustainability:
- Active member since 2014 of the ESG Committee of Abertis, world leader in toll highways, operating in 12 countries. In charge of the
reporting to the Board on the general policy, objectives and programmes relating to corporate social responsibility: to ensure the adoption
and effective application of the aforesaid corporate social responsibility policy; to monitor the degree of compliance with the same and with
corporate social responsibility strategy and practices; and to review the aforesaid policy, ensuring that it is orientated towards value
creation. Oversees and evaluates the process of establishing relations with different stakeholders. Coordinates the process of reporting on
non-financial information and on diversity, pursuant to the applicable regulations and in line with international reference standards.
Responsible of the review and draft the annual Corporate Social Responsibility Report prior to its submission to the Board of Directors; and
- Recommends the strategy relating to the Abertis Foundation’s contributions and subjects them to compliance with the corporate social
responsibility programmes adopted by the company.
(1) Ms Susana Gallardo holds 1,950 Stapled Shares, of which 1,850 are held through her personal controlled company (Susanvest S.L.U.).
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MS DAGMAR
KOLLMANN
• Master’s of Law (focus on International and Business Law) from Universität
Wien, Austria;
• Former Board member of Morgan Stanley International Ltd (UK) and
Morgan Stanley and Co. International Ltd (UK); and
• Former MB Chair, Country Head and CEO – Germany and Austria, Morgan
Stanley Bank AG (Germany).
GNRC MEMBER
Independent
BORN ON:
July 9, 1964
NATIONALITY:
Austrian
NUMBER OF STAPLED
SHARES HELD:
725
OTHER CURRENT FUNCTIONS AND MANDATES
Listed companies
• Supervisory Board member and Audit Committee Chair of
Deutsche Telekom AG (Germany);
• Non-executive Director of Coca-Cola Europacific Partners
plc (UK); and
• Non-executive Director and Audit Committee Chair of
Paysafe Ltd (New York, US).
Other companies
• Supervisory Board Chair of Citigroup Global Markets Europe
AG (Germany); and
• Commissioner of the Monopolies Commission (Germany).
PREVIOUS MANDATES DURING THE LAST 5 YEARS
• Supervisory Board Vice-Chair and Audit Committee Chair of Deutsche
Pfandbriefbank AG (Germany);
• Supervisory Board member of Bank Gutmann AG (Austria);
• Supervisory Board Vice-Chair and Audit Committee Chair of HRE Holding
AG (Germany); and
• Supervisory Board member of KfW IPEX-Bank GmbH (Germany).
Further experience:
• Relevant active executive or senior leadership experience:
- Over 20 years’ senior management experience as CEO of Morgan Stanley Bank AG; through key transactions and M&A deals in consumer,
industrial and service sectors, gained invaluable insights into strategic and tactical challenges of global businesses in transformation.
• Financial expertise:
- High level of financial expertise gained through various senior management positions in finance and banking, including responsibility for
Corporate Finance, Mergers and Acquisitions, Real Estate Advisory and Principal Investments, including IPOs, Secondary Offerings and Debt
Capital Markets; extensive experience in valuation, value creation, market positioning and critical success factors for large listed companies.
• Risk oversight and corporate governance experience:
- Significant experience in risk management as Chair of Audit Committees of Deutsche Telekom AG, Deutsche Pfandbriefbank AG and Hypo
Real Estate AG; extensive experience in anti-trust competition regulation in a wide range of segments including but not limited to consumer
goods, financial and digital markets as one of the 5 Commissioners of the Monopolies Commission in Germany, serving since 2010; detailed
work in corporate real estate lending as member of Risk and Liquidity Committees of Hypo Real Estate Holding (HRE)AG and Deutsche
Pfandbriefbank AG.
• International experience:
- Multi-national, multi-cultural background; worked in senior positions in the US, the UK and Continental Europe, and lived in Asia; extensive
experience in executive and non-executive roles in global bulge-bracket financial institutions as well as blue-chip listed and non-listed
companies.
• ESG (competencies in social, environmental, climate and governance matters) and sustainability:
- Extensive expertise in governance, sustainability, diversity, talent and change management, resulting from both executive and non-executive
positions over more than 30 years;
- Extensive responsibility for development and oversight, strategic focus and reporting all relevant ESG topics in current and past
membership on Supervisory Boards/Boards of Directors (Germany, France, the Netherlands, UK, US), including detailed work in Presidential,
Audit, Nomination, Remuneration and Personnel Committees;
- Chair of Audit Committees of Deutsche Telekom AG, HRE Holding AG, Deutsche PfandbriefbankAG and Paysafe Ltd with responsibility for
ESG Reporting;
- Member of successive global and pan-European Steering Committees for Diversity and Talent Management as well as Change Management
at Morgan Stanley; and
- Co-development of significant investment funds/specialist advisory to Europe’s largest institutional equity investors with focus on
sustainability starting in the 1990s.
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LUCAS
• BCs Hons in Land Management (Real Estate) from the University of Reading
(UK);
• Started her career as Associate Director, from 1986 to 1994, at DTZ
Debenham Thorpe (London, UK), in leasing advisory for offices, business and
industrial sectors;
• She joined Weatherall Green & Smith (“WGS”) (Paris, France) in 1994, and set
up the Valuation department of WGS for which she became Head of Valuation
and member of the MBO team for the recovery of activities in Europe in 1996;
• From 1998 to 2005, she held various positions at Savills Plc (Paris, France),
responsible for cross-border expertise and acquisition consulting in Europe,
then member of the European Board of Directors, for the business expansion
strategy in France;
• From 2005 to 2011, she was Director for Real Estate Finance at the Royal
Bank of Scotland in Paris (France); and
• She joined Grosvenor in 2011 (Paris, France), first at Grosvenor Fund
Management, as Head of Portfolio Management from 2011 to 2015, and then
Managing Director from 2015 to 2017. She was appointed to the Executive
Committee of Grosvenor Europe in 2017. From 2019 until end of 2023, she
was Chief Executive Officer of Grosvenor Property Europe. She is currently a
consultant for Europe with Grosvenor and President of the French structure
since April 2024.
MEMBER OF THE
AUDIT COMMITTEE
Independent
BORN ON:
May 23, 1965
NATIONALITIES:
British, French
NUMBER OF STAPLED
SHARES HELD:
200
OTHER CURRENT FUNCTIONS AND MANDATES
Listed company
• None
Other companies
• Director of Grosvenor Europe (UK), President of French
structures.
PREVIOUS MANDATE DURING THE LAST 5 YEARS
• Chief Executive Officer of Grosvenor Property Europe (UK) and other
mandates within Grosvenor (non listed).
Further experience:
• Relevant active executive or senior leadership experience:
- Operational and executive experience in various roles since the late 1980s, and on Boards of Directors, particularly in banking and commercial
real estate.
• International experience:
- Has worked as a Director in France and the UK, and has acquired a vast knowledge of the European real estate market through various
positions. Participated in the takeover of the European activities of WGS, and was Chief Executive Officer at Grosvenor Property Europe,
managing a team across 5 countries; and
- Head of Portfolio Management, responsible for fund strategy at Grosvenor Fund Management with assets in France, Spain, Italy, Sweden and
Portugal.
• Finance experience:
- Responsible for all property market, asset and valuation input for Credit Committees and facility reviews for France & Benelux, established and
chaired cross boarder valuation group for the Royal Bank of Scotland.
• Real estate/asset management experience:
- Long-recognised expertise in commercial real estate and asset valuation since the late 1980s;
- Responsibilities in asset portfolio valuation at WGS, and at the Royal Bank of Scotland; and
- Expertise at Grosvenor Property Europe in overseeing portfolio strategy, asset management and joint ventures.
• Expertise in restructuring/disposals/divestments:
- Definition and implementation of major change in strategy at Grosvenor Property Europe initiated in 2022; and
- Responsible for the coordination of the French, Swedish, Spanish and Italian asset disposal strategies and the reporting practices at Grosvenor
Fund Management.
• ESG Expertise (competencies in social, environmental, climate and governance matters) and sustainability:
- At Grosvenor Property Europe, creation of a working group on Diversity & Inclusion, implementation of an ambitious Net Zero Carbon strategy
approved by the Science Based Targets initiative (“SBTi”), and publication of a roadmap for a 50% reduction by 2030; and
- As a member of the Executive Committee of Grosvenor (London), oversaw the Group’s strategy, including ESG policy and talent development.
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AC Chairman as at February
12, 2025.
MR RODERICK
MUNSTERS
• Master’s in Economics and Finance, Tilburg University (The Netherlands);
• Current Advisory Board member of the Dutch State Treasury Agency,
which finances the Dutch State by managing the national debt;
• Former Global CEO of Edmond de Rothschild Asset Management S.A.
(France);
• Former CEO of Robeco Group N.V. (The Netherlands);
• Former Executive Director and CIO of ABP Pension Fund (The Netherlands)
and APG All Pensions Group (The Netherlands);
• Former Managing Director and CIO of PGGM Pension Fund (The
Netherlands); and
• Various positions in the Investment Department of N.V. Interpolis Insurance
(The Netherlands).
GNRC CHAIRMAN
Independent
BORN ON:
July 19, 1963
NATIONALITIES:
Canadian, Dutch
NUMBER OF STAPLED
SHARES HELD:
1,000
OTHER CURRENT FUNCTIONS AND MANDATES
Listed company
• None
Other companies
• Supervisory Board Chair of Athora Netherlands N.V. (The
Netherlands);
• Independent non-executive Director of European Bank of
New York Mellon (Belgium);
• Advisor of the Financial Investments Strategy Committee of
Capital Guidance (Switzerland); and
• Non-executive Director of Wisayah Global Investment
Company (Saudi Arabia).
PREVIOUS MANDATES DURING THE LAST 5 YEARS
• Non-executive Board member of Moody’s Investors Service – EU & UK (UK);
and
• Supervisory Board member of PGGM Asset Management (The
Netherlands).
Further experience:
• Relevant active executive or senior leadership expertise:
- More than 25 years of executive and non-executive experience in the financial services industry, as CEO and CIO, in asset management,
private equity and real estate; extensive international M&A experience, on both buy and sell side.
• Real estate and asset management experience:
- Over 30 years' hands-on and executive experience for over 30 years, with 15 years as CIO at Europe’s 2 largest pension funds, ABP and
PGGM, and as CEO of Robeco Group and of Edmond de Rothschild Asset Management, responsible for European asset management
companies with a global presence and a large client-base in Europe, the US and Asia; also as non-executive Director at Amvest Real Estate
and AlpInvest Private Equity Partners.
• Financial expertise (audit, finance):
- Significant experience with debt and equity markets, from running investment portfolios to capital market teams and as an independent non-
executive Director at Moody’s Investors Service – EU, and as a CEO, responsible for audit and compliance in various markets, an in-depth
knowledge of global financial markets, including various alternative investment strategies; and
- As former member of the Capital Markets Committee of the Dutch Authority for the Financial Markets, extensive expertise in financial and
capital markets.
• Corporate governance and remuneration expertise:
- Founding Board member and former Chairman (10 years) of Dutch Institutional Corporate Governance platform Eumedion; a former Dutch
government appointed member of the Committee overseeing corporate governance standards for Dutch-listed companies; hands-on
experience in the design and implementation of new remuneration policies following regulatory and legislative developments.
• ESG (competencies in social, environmental, climate and governance matters) and sustainability expertise:
- Actively involved in developing and setting sustainability standards and strategy for 20+ years; responsible for the start and implementation
of sustainability investing at 2 of Europe’s largest pension funds, PGGM and ABP; and
- As a member of various Supervisory Boards actively involved in expanding and improving sustainability strategies and reporting.
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12, 2025.
MS ALINE
SYLLA-WALBAUM
• Graduate of HEC Business School, Institut d’Études Politiques de Paris and
École Nationale d’Administration;
• General Manager Europe & Strategic projects at Chaumet S.A. (France)
since January 2022;
• Former Global Managing Director (Luxury) of Christie’s from 2014 to 2021;
• Former Managing Director of Christie’s France from 2012 to 2014;
• Former Deputy Chief Executive Officer of Development at Unibail-Rodamco
from 2009 to 2012;
• Former Chief Advisor for Culture and Media Affairs to the office of the
French Prime Minister from 2007 to 2008;
• Former Deputy Executive Director, Director of Cultural Development at the
Louvre museum from 2002 to 2007; and
• Started her career as an Inspector of Finance at the French Ministry of
Economy and Finance in 1999.
GNRC MEMBER
Independent
BORN ON:
June 12, 1972
NATIONALITY:
French
NUMBER OF STAPLED
SHARES HELD:
1,057
OTHER CURRENT FUNCTIONS AND MANDATES
Listed company
• None
Other companies
• Director of Musée National des arts Asiatiques Guimet
(France); and
• Chair of the Supervisory Board of Société Éditrice du Monde
S.A. (France).
PREVIOUS MANDATES DURING THE LAST 5 YEARS
• Supervisory Board member of Lagardère SCA (France) (listed);
• Director of Musée d’Orsay (France);
• Vice-Chair of the Board of Directors of Orchestre de Paris (France);
• Director of Louvre-Lens museum (France); and
• Director of Institut Imagine (France).
Further experience:
• Relevant active executive or senior leadership experience:
- Operational and leadership experience as Global Managing Director (Luxury) of Christie’s; and as a former member of the Supervisory Board,
Audit Committee and the Appointments, Remuneration and ESG Committee at Lagardère SCA.
• International experience:
- Experience in worldwide luxury markets (jewellery, watches, wine and handbags) in current role as General Manager Europe & Strategic
projects at Chaumet, and at Christie’s, in former roles as Global Managing Director (Luxury), based in Paris (previously in London), and
Managing Director of France.
• Real estate experience:
- Extensive real estate experience at Unibail-Rodamco, first as Director of External Affairs and Strategy and then as Deputy Chief Executive
Officer of Development.
• Digital/e-commerce:
- Experience in Christie’s digital transformation strategy and investment in digital initiatives, including an expansion of its e-commerce
platform.
• Public affairs:
- Significant expertise in communications and government and public affairs.
• ESG (competencies in social, environmental, climate and governance matters) and sustainability expertise:
- Environmental & Climate: at Unibail-Rodamco, in charge of institutional communication regarding ESG and supervision of investor relations
regarding ESG, and as Deputy CEO of Unibail-Rodamco Development, environmental certification of development projects (LEED, BREEAM);
- Social: member of the Lagardère's Appointments, Remuneration and CSR Committee covering talent development, succession planning,
diversity, remuneration policy and best practices; at Christie’s, co-Lead of the Global Diversity and Inclusion internal committee; and at
Chaumet, lead for engagement projects and involved in the Responsible Jewellery Council assessment; and
- Governance: member of the Lagardère Audit Committee, supervising compliance and risk assessment, and subsequently member of the
Appointments, Remuneration and CSR Committee, overseeing the complete scope of governance.
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Diversity policy of the Supervisory Board (SB)
members
The SB annually reviews its own composition considering many
elements.
As part of its annual assessment, the GNRC and the SB conduct a
review of SB member profile to ensure that the SB is able to fulfil its
responsibilities and obligations in the best possible conditions. The
profile reflects the desired composition of the SB, in particular
regarding the strategy pursued by the Group and the objectives to be
achieved (including through the SB succession plan) in order to form
and maintain a predominantly independent SB, distinguishing itself
through the diversity of its members in terms of gender, age and
nationality, as well as their skills, expertise and experience.
The SB and the GNRC consider that SB members collectively have the
right balance of skills, expertise and experience to ensure effective
oversight of activities and to provide relevant advice to the Management
Board to fulfil their obligations in the interest of the Company. As part of
its effectiveness evaluation, the SB has initiated a reflection to enrich in
the mid-term perspective its composition, with profiles bringing
particular skills in ESG/sustainability in line with the Group’s objectives,
and in cybersecurity or digital, subjects that are equally important in
light of the international challenges and risks and the strategic
innovations launched by the Group.
A. Size of the Supervisory Board
In accordance with the law, the SB must have between 8 and 14
members. As of December 31, 2024, the SB comprises of 10 members.
The SB will propose to the 2025 General Meeting to reduce the current
size to 8 SB members, considering that a redesign of its composition will
be more relevant for the Company and will allow for optimum
functioning with still enough members to have diverse profiles, with
eclectic perspectives and horizons, while preserving a real proximity
between its members, allowing quality of discussions and agility,
essential for its proper functioning.
B. Age/seniority
The SB makes sure during discussions on (i) the SB succession plan, (ii)
the typical profiles/competencies of SB members as established in its
Charter and (iii) the SB assessment, to respect diversity in the age of its
members and in the desired average target age. This approach is
consistent with the statutory age limit of 75 and the age limit of less
than 70 for up to two-thirds of SB members.
As at December 31, 2024
Average age of SB members 58.6 years
Average seniority of SB members 4 years
C. Diversity (gender, nationality and culture)
The SB composition seeks a balanced representation of women and
men. In accordance with Article L. 22-10-3 paragraph 1 of the French
Commercial Code, the proportion of the members of the SB of each sex
must be at least 40%. At year-end 2024, the SB comprises of 60% of
women and 40% of men. The SB shall be composed of profiles of
different nationalities in order to have broad and multi-cultural points of
view especially with natives of countries in which the Group operates.
As at December 31, 2024
Proportion of women 60%
Proportion of men 40%
Number of nationalities within the SB 6
D. Skills of the Supervisory Board members
The SB has identified 9 skills, experiences and expertise essential to
best carry out its supervisory role as well as its duties, in light of the
nature and scope of the international operations of the Group, the
Group’s strategy for the medium and long-term, and the related risks:
• Experience in international or local markets due to the Group’s
flagship shopping centre portfolio, particularly across Continental
Europe and the UK;
• Expertise in finance, including audit, financing/banking or tax
expertise, as the Company’s operations involve complex financing
transactions, debt management and refinancing in different countries
and currencies, and requires the monitoring of tax and accounting
measures;
• Experience in leadership in a company in France or abroad with a
significant size is crucial to understand the challenges the Group has
to face, as part of the CAC40;
• Experience in retail, real estate and asset management to
understand and challenge the Group’s strategy, including real estate
development, investment, leasing, and asset management;
• Expertise in restructuring/disposals/divestments is a priority
for the Group given the focus on deleveraging;
• Expertise in ESG/sustainability is essential because environmental
and societal matters are at the heart of the Group’s strategy, as a lever
for progress and as an element of competitiveness;
• Expertise in digital/e-commerce to support and understand the
development of the digital strategy in the Group’s assets, and to
understand all challenges associated with the evolution of e-
commerce, digital and artificial intelligence as opportunities and
growth drivers;
• Expertise in risk/compliance to oversee and advise on risk
structure and management, compliance, internal control systems,
and to ensure adequate risk management policies are in place. This
includes cyber security, and health/safety ; and
• Expertise in corporate governance/remuneration to maintain a
high level of corporate governance requirements, in particular,
executive compensation.
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Supervisory Board (SB) member experience matrix
Skills/experience
Jacques
Richier
(1)
Cécile
Cabanis
(1)
Roderick
Munsters
(2)
Julie
Avrane
(1)
Michaël
Boukobza
(2)
Michel
Dessolain
(1)
Susana
Gallardo
(2)
Dagmar
Kollmann
(2)
Sara
Lucas
(1)
Aline Sylla-
Walbaum
(2)
%
Executive or Board member
• • • • • • • • • •
100
Retail/real estate/asset management
• • • • • •
•
•
80
Finance/audit
• • • • • • • •
80
ESG/sustainability
• • • • • • • • • •
100
Digital/e-commerce
• • • • • •
60
Corporate governance and
remuneration
• • • • • • • •
80
Risks/compliance
• • • • • • •
70
Restructuring/disposals/divestments
• • • • • • •
70
International experience
• • • • • • • • • •
100
(1) Audit Committee.
(2) Governance, Nomination and Remuneration Committee.
E. Independence of Supervisory Board members
Independence procedure and criteria
Every year, the GNRC and the SB carry out an in-depth independence analysis of each SB member pursuant to the criteria of the Afep-Medef Code and
2 specific supplementary criteria as detailed below. Those criteria are included in the SB Charter.
Afep-Medef Code independence criteria
1
Not an employee or executive officer of the Company, or an employee, executive officer or Director of its parent or of one of its consolidated subsidiaries, and
has not been one during the previous 5 years.
2
Not an executive officer of a company in which the Company holds a directorship, directly or indirectly, or in which an employee appointed as such, or a current
or former (during the previous 5 years) executive officer of the Company is a Director.
3
Not (nor directly or indirectly) linked to a customer, supplier, investment or commercial banker or consultant: (i) that is material to the Company or its Group,
or (ii) for which the Company or its Group represents a significant part of the entity’s activity. Materiality analysis: examine, for both entities when possible, the
financial relationship, the continuity over time, the intensity of the relationship and the position of the SB member in the Company.
4 Not related by close family ties to an executive officer of the Company.
5 Not an auditor of the Company within the previous 5 years.
6 Not a member of the SB of the Company for more than 12 years.
7
Has not received any personal financial remuneration from the Company, including any remuneration related to the performance of the Company (no short-
term incentives (“STI”) or long-term incentives (“LTI”)), other than the compensation received as a SB member.
8 Not representing any major shareholder of the Company (>10%).
Specific SB Charter criteria
9 Not a Director of a company in which an MB member of the Company holds a Director role (which they are therefore responsible for controlling) (cross ties).
10 Has not temporarily managed the Company during the preceding 12 months while members of the MB were absent or unable to fulfil their duties.
When any kind of business relationship exists (criterion n
o
3), a further quantitative and qualitative analysis is conducted by the GNRC on a case- by-
case basis to analyse the significance of the relationship with relevant criteria taken into account, including the nature and type of business, and to
assess the independence of that particular member of the SB.
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Supervisory Board (SB) members independence analysis as at December 31, 2024
80% of the SB members, i.e. 8 of the 10 members, have been qualified as independent by the SB as at December 31, 2024.
At its meeting on February 12, 2025, the SB conducted an independence analysis of each of its members in accordance with the 10 criteria as detailed
previously, for which the outcomes are detailed below:
SB members
As at 31/12/2024
Criterion 1
Not an
employee or
executive
officer
within the
previous
5 years
Criterion 2
No crossed
mandates
Criterion 3
No
significant
business
relationship
(details then
after)
Criterion 4
No close
family ties
Criterion 5
Not an
auditor of
the
Company
within the
previous
5 years
Criterion 6
Not a
member of
the SB for
more than
12 years
Criterion 7
Not received
personal
financial
remuneration
from the
Company (no
STI or LTI)
Criterion 8
Not
representing
any major
shareholder
of the
Company
(>10%)
Criterion 9
No crossed
ties with the
MB
Criterion 10
Not
representing
a MB
member
within the
previous
12 months
Qualification
determined by
the SB
Mr Jacques
Richier
(1)
1.6 Independent
Ms Cécile Cabanis
(1)
4 Independent
Mr Roderick
Munsters
(2)
7.6 Independent
Ms Julie Avrane
(1)
4 Independent
Mr Michaël
Boukobza
(2)
0.2
Non-independent
Mr Michel
Dessolain
(1)
2.6 Non-independent
Ms Susana
Gallardo
(2)
4.1 Independent
Ms Dagmar
Kollmann
(2)
10.5 Independent
Ms Sara Lucas
(1)
1.6 Independent
Ms Aline
Sylla-Walbaum
(2)
3.6 Independent
Independence rate
80% (8/10)
(1) Audit Committee.
(2) Governance, Nomination and Remuneration Committee.
Upon the recommendation of the GNRC, the SB qualified 8 SB members
as independent and qualified Mr Dessolain and Mr Boukobza as non-
independent members.
Regarding Mr Michaël Boukobza, he represents a major shareholder of
the Group, therefore, the SB confirmed that Mr Boukobza did not meet
criterion n°8, representing a shareholder having more than 10% of the
Company’s capital.
Regarding Mr Dessolain, the SB noted that he did not meet criteria n
o
1,
n
o
7 and n
o
8, having been an employee of URW until March 2022,
receiving remuneration in this respect (benefitted from PS and SO,
acquired during salary), and having been proposed by a major
shareholder of the Group.
Independence analysis of the Chairman of the Supervisory
Board, Mr Jacques Richier
The French Financial Markets Authority (AMF) recommends that the
independence of an SB Chairman be justified in detail. In a dual
corporate governance structure in which the SB’s role is to exert
oversight and control over the actions of the MB, and governed by a
principle of non-interference in the executive duties of the MB, the risks
of a conflict of interest are limited.
A specific quantitative and qualitative independence analysis was
conducted for Mr Jacques Richier, SB Chairman.
Other than as a non-executive Chairman of the SB and AC member, he
has no relationship of any kind with the Group or its management.
Moreover, as SB Chairman in a two-tier governance structure, Mr
Jacques Richier has no executive function and is not involved in day- to-
day operations nor the operational decisions of the Group. Other than
the remuneration received for his contribution provided as an SB and AC
member in 2024, he has not received personal financial remuneration,
including any remuneration in the form of shares nor any remuneration
related to the performance of the Group (no STI or LTI), from the Group.
Accordingly, upon the recommendation of the GNRC, after an in-depth
analysis of the 10 independence criteria mentioned above, including the
criterion n
o
3 detailed then after, the SB concluded that Mr Jacques
Richier is independent.
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In depth analysis of the business relationship
A quantitative and qualitative detailed analysis of the business
relationship was carried out by the GNRC, then presented to the SB, to
assess the independence of Mr Jacques Richier, given his role as SB
Chairman, and of Ms Julie Avrane, Ms Cécile Cabanis and Ms Dagmar
Kollman given their other roles outside the Group.
There is no direct or indirect business relationship between URW Group
and respectively Mr Michaël Boukobza, Mr Michel Dessolain, Ms Susana
Gallardo, Mr Roderick Munsters, Ms Sara Lucas and Ms Sylla-Walbaum
hence, no further detailed assessment was made on this criterion n
o
3.
In assessing whether an SB member is independent in accordance with
the Afep-Medef Code and the SB Charter, one criterion (criterion n°3) to
be fulfilled is that an SB member must not be a customer, supplier,
investment banker or commercial banker that is material for the URW
Group, or for which the URW Group represents a significant part of the
entity’s activity.
In accordance with AMF requirements and the Afep-Medef Code, in
considering the materiality, the SB shall examine the financial
relationship between URW and the specific entity for which the SB
member held a mandate, when possible, in absolute and relative
amounts, the continuity in duration and intensity of the relationship and
the position of the SB member in the company, the legal entities signing
contracts and the number of stores and the percentage it represented
out of all stores in the consolidated Group portfolio in 2024.
Analysis of Mr Jacques Richier’s business relationship
An in-depth analysis was conducted given the mandates held by Mr
Jacques Richier as at December 31, 2024.
After verification, it is noted that URW does not have any business
relationships with Rothschild Martin Maurel.
URW does have business relationships with IDI SCA, Allianz France
Group and Diot-Siaci.
Idi SCA
A lease was signed in March 2022 with Culturespaces for Westfield
Hamburg, between Unibail-Rodamco ÜSQ Rouge B GmbH & Co. KG. and
Culturespaces Germany GmbH (with IDI SCA in its capital since
February 2022 (i.e. before Mr Richier's appointment at URW).
In addition, Mr Richier’s independence has also been qualitatively
analysed.
Specifically, (i) he is not implicated in the day-to-day operations nor the
operational decisions of the companies; (ii) the contracts are entered
into between subsidiaries and not at the parent level; and (iii)
discussions on a specific service contract terms and negotiations never
rise to the SB level.
Allianz France Group
The business relationships between Allianz France and URW are very
limited. Allianz France is one of URW’s insurers for the following
marginal covers: (i) pension and health expenses for expatriate/
inpatriate employees, and (ii) health costs of French employees working
abroad (mainly IGP). The global Allianz France premiums are marginal
and represent 0.7% of the amount of insurance premiums of URW Group
in 2024.
In addition, Mr Richier’s independence has also been qualitatively
analysed.
Specifically, (i) he is not implicated in the day-to-day operations nor the
operational decisions of the companies; (ii) the contracts are entered
into between subsidiaries and not at the parent level; and (iii)
discussions on a specific service contract terms and negotiations never
rise to the SB level.
Diot-Siaci
Diot-Siaci is URW’s historical insurance broker and has been for over 25
years. The 2024 commissions or fees paid to Diot-Siaci represent 4.7%
of the total amount of insurance premiums of URW Group.
In addition, Mr Richier’s independence has also been qualitatively
analysed.
Specifically, (i) he is not implicated in the day-to-day operations nor the
operational decisions of the companies; and (ii) discussions on a specific
service contract terms and negotiations never rise to the SB level.
Given the foregoing, the business relationships between URW, IDI SCA,
Allianz France Group and Diot-Siaci are qualified as non-material.
Therefore, based on the work of the GNRC, the SB concluded that Mr
Jacques Richier is independent with respect to this criterion n
o
3.
F. Employee or employee shareholder
representation on the Supervisory Board
Pursuant to Article L. 225-79-2 of the French Commercial Code,
companies above certain thresholds must provide for employee
representatives within their Supervisory Board. Likewise, pursuant to
Article L. 225-71 of the French Commercial Code, listed companies
whose shares held by employees account for more than 3% of the share
capital are required to appoint 1 or several employee shareholder
representatives to their Supervisory Board. At December 31, 2024, the
URW Group remains below the above mentioned thresholds.
Although the Company is not subject to the legal obligations regarding
employee representation on the SB, the Group is committed to
employee dialogue and works with employee representatives. In
addition, since 2009, the European Employees Committee (“EEC”) has
received information regarding the Group’s economic situation and has
discussed all issues regarding the Group’s employees, including Group
strategy, strategic transaction, ESG policy and working conditions. This
body is also a forum for the exchange of best practices within the
countries. Various meetings are organised by the Group with the works
councils and trade unions.
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Succession planning of the Supervisory Board
Succession planning is key to the long-term competitiveness and
growth of the Company. Departure or incapacity of key people from top
management (MB and EC) and from the SB is an identified risk factor for
the Company.
The SB succession planning is discussed at least annually to ensure
proper rotation of members in terms of foreseeable departures as well
as to anticipate any unforeseen departures.
Supervisory Board succession planning and Supervisory Board member candidate selection process
(1) GNRC members and CEO/CRSO; and SB Vice-Chair when dealing with the SB Chair recruitment.
As every year, the SB succession plan has been reviewed in order to
remain proactive and operational in its implementation under all
circumstances.
At the March 13, 2025, SB meeting, the SB decided to propose at the
2025 General Meeting: (i) the renewal of the SB mandate of Ms Julie
Avrane for a period of 3 years, (ii) the ratification of the co-optation of Mr
Michaël Boukobza and his appointment as SB member for a period of
3years, and (iii) the appointment of Mr Xavier Niel as SB member for a
period of 3 years.
Mr Michel Dessolain and Ms Dagmar Kollmann have decided not to seek
for renewal of their SB mandates at the 2025 AGM.
Upon the GNRC's recommendation, to optimize the size and the
functioning of the SB, the SB has decided not to propose the
appointment of any other candidates.
The SB believes that such redesign of its composition will enable an
appropriate size (8 members) and increased agility, while ensuring a
wide range of relevant knowledge and experience, and a balanced
diversity to perform its duties in the most appropriate manner.
SUCCESSION PLANNING OF THE SUPERVISORY BOARD
• Review of mandates (renewals,
resignations, end of mandates);
• Profiling of candidates, review of
skills, SB targeted independence
level, maintenance of diversity,
size of the SB desired (based on
the composition of the SB as
described in the SB Charter); and
• Analysis, where applicable,
of the profiles of candidates
sponsored by any member of the
SB representing a significant
part of the Company’s share
capital and voting rights.
• Proposal for the renewals of
mandates;
• Proposal of external recruitments:
- Mandate with the recruitment
firm selected;
- Pre-selection of candidates
responding to the sought
profile(s);
- Interview of candidates by a
dedicated committee
(1)
; and
- Selection of a final short list
of candidates, additional
interviews and presentation
to the SB.
Recommendations
of the GNRC
• Proposal for the renewals of
mandates;
• Proposal for the appointment of
new candidates; and
• Proposal for the co-optation of new
candidates.
Decisions of the SB
(in consultation with the MB)
Work of the GNRC
Vote at
General Meeting
• Appointments;
• Renewals; and
• Ratifications
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2.2.2.2 Supervisory Board (SB) functioning
The functioning of the SB is governed by the Company’s Articles of Association and the SB Charter whose main provisions are described in section 7.6
and are available on the Company’s website.
Supervisory Board meetings in 2024
In 2024, the SB held 10 meetings (including 4 ad hoc meetings) and 2 specific days dedicated to the Group’s strategy (strategic retreat).
Attendance of members at Supervisory Board and committee meetings
SB members as at December 31, 2024 SB 10 meetings AC 6 meetings GNRC 8 meetings
Mr Jacques Richier 100% (10/10) 100% (6/6) –
Ms Cécile Cabanis 70% (7/10) 100% (6/6) –
Mr Roderick Munsters 100% (10/10) – 100% (8/8)
Ms Julie Avrane 100% (10/10) 100% (6/6) –
Mr Michaël Boukobza (mandate started on October 4, 2024) 100% (2/2) – 100% (2/2)
Mr Michel Dessolain 100% (10/10) 100% (6/6) –
Ms Susana Gallardo 100% (10/10) – 88% (7/8)
Ms Dagmar Kollmann 100% (10/10) – 88% (7/8)
Ms Sara Lucas 100% (10/10) 100% (6/6) –
Ms Aline Sylla-Walbaum 100% (10/10) – 100% (8/8)
Average attendance rate 97% 100% 95%
The member attendance rate was 97% for all SB meetings in 2024,
including ad hoc and regular meetings, for members sitting as at
December 31, 2024.
The members of the SB were systematically informed of the work and
recommendations of the 2 specialised committees and the work of the
Statutory Auditors. The minutes and documents of all meetings of the
AC, the GNRC and the SB are exclusively and systematically made
available through a secured digital platform.
The SB members who were not able to participate in all the meetings of
the SB and the Committees were able to examine the subjects dealt
with and the minutes of the meetings via the secured platform where all
documents are made available for each meeting and contact the MB for
any request on a particular subject.
Strategic retreat
Once a year, the SB and MB typically take the opportunity to visit assets
in a country where the Group operates to discuss strategic matters,
competition and market developments in-depth, and to interact directly
with the local management teams. In 2024, the SB Strategic Retreat
was held in Paris (France) to meet with local teams.
The SB and the MB focused on (i) the US deleveraging, (ii) the Group
financial position and capital allocation, (iii) the growth levers (Retail
operations expertise and Westfield Rise / Retail Media), (iv) the
investment market and asset strategy, and (v) the Viparis strategy.
Throughout 2024, in-depth discussions were held on the Group’s
strategic objectives, challenges and opportunities.
Executive sessions (meetings without
Management Board members)
In addition to informal gatherings, the SB can meet without the MB
whenever deemed necessary and does so on a regular basis, mostly at
the end of the regular meetings (through “executive sessions”). Five
non-executive sessions were held in 2024. The subjects discussed are
diverse and members of the SB can express themselves openly on any
subject of their choice in order to guarantee total freedom of
expression.
Topics on the agenda notably included: SB succession plan, SB and
committees’ effectiveness assessment and related feedback/action
plan; MB compensation and objectives, MB succession plan, renewals
and assessment; development projects (with a specific focus on
Westfield-Hamburg-Uberseequartier Project) and visits to be organized
(Croydon, UK); SB Charter, governance considerations; and major
shareholders’ representation and independence within the SB.
Onboarding of the new Supervisory Board (SB)
members
Each new SB member takes part in an induction programme individually
tailored to their particular skill sets, experiences and expertise. The
induction programme provides the new member with information
unique to the Group and its business activities, its financial reports, legal
affairs, compliance, ESG and sustainability, and also crisis
management. New members also meet with key people within the
organisation (members of the Executive Committee, Directors of
departments/regions, employees invited to the various committees),
and conduct site visits of Group assets as well as main competitors.
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Further to the co-optation of a new member of the SB on October 4,
2024, an intensive programme was specifically set up, and meetings
with the SB and MB members, senior executives, and the Statutory
Auditors were scheduled.
Supervisory Board members ongoing trainings
An annual half day training session is organised for all SB members,
often associated with the visit of one or more Group’s assets. In addition,
asset visits are organized throughout the year. In 2024, SB members
were able to visit many URW and competitor assets: Westfield Euralille,
Beaugrenelle, Building Metal 57, Westfield La Part Dieu and Confluence
in France; Westfield Mall of the Netherlands and Stadshart Amstelveen
in The Netherlands; La Vaguada, Westfield Parquesur, L’Illa, Westfield
Glories, Westfield La Maquinista, Diagonal Mar and Splau in Spain;
Westfield Mokotov, Westfield Arkadia, Centrum Ursinow and Wroklovia
in Poland; Westfield Chodov, Centrum Cerny Most, and Metropole Zlicin
in Czech Republic; and Westfield Donau Centrum and Westfield
Shopping City Sud in Austria.
Year 2024 included 4 trainings scheduled for half a day, during which a
significant amount of time was devoted to questions and answers.
The sessions focused on: (i) Crisis Management and Communication
considerations presented by the Group General Counsel, the Group
Director of Security and Crisis Management, the Head of Security
Europe and a former Head of Cabinet at DGSI (French Intelligence
Service); (ii) Glaciology considerations presented by the CRSO, the
Group Director of Sustainability and an internationally renowned
glaciologist, also a leading voice in climate advocacy; (iii) an overview of
Carbon Markets and Natural Climate Solution facilitated by an
international expert, the CRSO and the Group Director of Sustainability;
and (iv) Retail consumer insights and Marketing priorities presented by
the CCRO, the Group Director of Data and the Group Director, Brand and
Marketing.
Supervisory Board annual assessment process
In accordance with the Afep-Medef Code, an assessment of the SB is
carried out annually with a more formal assessment carried out every 3
years, possibly conducted by a specialised consultant, which was the
case in 2022. For 2024, upon recommendation of the GNRC, the SB has
conducted its formal assessment internally.
Implementation of 2023 evaluation
recommendations
The areas of improvement identified during the 2023 assessment
process were continuously followed as a priority in 2024.
To this end, upon the proposal of the GNRC Chairman, the 2 project
leaders, members of the SB, were reappointed to build the new action
plan especially prepared in early 2024.
At the July and December 2024 GNRC and SB meetings (executive
sessions), the status of the action plan was extensively discussed. The
major conclusions were discussed at the end of 2024. Of the 18
proposed recommendations:
• 11 had to be implanted and followed up. Among others: focus on
specific markets and projects, review of the strategy for the US, deep
dive on digital strategy, quarterly reviews of the transformation plan,
monitoring of the SB composition, review of the SB prior approval
thresholds, getting more recurrent documentation (fortnightly press
reviews, relevant updates between SB meetings), individual
interviews with the SB Chairman, and more executive sessions (SB
only). These are either completed or ongoing; most are well
underway.
• 9 recommendations were (partly) implemented in 2023 already and
needed to be continued in 2024 with possible adjustments. Amongst
others: regular focus on ESG (Corporate Sustainability Reporting
Directive ("CSRD"), sustainability, remuneration key performance
indicators ("KPIs"), people updates, relevance of an ESG committee),
participation of external/internal experts, informal gatherings,
regular site visits (including competition), interactions with levels
under MB, executive summaries with proposed decisions outlined,
and concision of the documentation when relevant.
2024 Supervisory Board assessment
The SB, upon recommendation of the GNRC, has decided to carry out
the 2024 evaluation internally, via the secured platform dedicated to
this purpose.
Conduct of the assessment
After discussion, in order to have a suitable and relevant questionnaire,
the GNRC Chairman approved the content of the evaluation
questionnaire in early October 2024. The questionnaire was sent out
and then completed anonymously, and with confidentiality ensured, in
October and November 2024 by the members of the SB, the CEO and
the CRSO. Individual interviews with the SB Chairman were scheduled
in parallel. The SB questionnaire comprised of 58 questions raising
many subjects such as its functioning, its members/composition (skills,
background, ESG expertise), its committees (ESG-specific
responsibilities), the SB and committee Chairs, strategy, culture,
succession planning and independence.
At meetings held in December 2024, the results were discussed by the
GNRC and then the SB, via a report and a rating grid.
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Results and areas for improvement
Key findings.
The evaluation of the effectiveness of the SB and subsequent analysis
concluded that the SB assessed its overall functioning at 4.4/5, 4.2/5 for
the AC and 4.6/5 for the GNRC. The SB considers positively its overall
effectiveness at 8.1/10, and its managerial culture at 8.5/10.
The SB now appears to have reached cruising speed with the right
balance in its composition. The SB considers it has a high level of
expertise in terms of culture and behaviour with a range of skills and
experience considered satisfactory. However, a size optimization of the
SB may be considered.
The SB is perceived by its members as well organized, structured and
chaired by a respected, diplomatic and recognized personality.
SB members can freely interact and express views (open and
transparent discussions), with a high level of integrity and respect to
other members.
The interaction between the SB and the MB remains fluid with
respective accessibility, with some adjustments expected on specific
topics like developments projects.
Other points of attention were raised by the SB, such as (i) monitoring of
the effectiveness of the SB prior approval thresholds, (ii) SB
independence level (80%at year-end 2024), and (iii) monitoring of the
potential conflict of interests.
Action plan for 2025
Like in 2023 and 2024, the SB decided to set up an action plan for 2025
under the supervision of the GNRC Chair. The action plan will include
recommendations on the 4 pillars of the evaluation (strategy,
governance, culture and functioning).
The GNRC Chair will be in charge of building this action plan.
The GNRC has proposed to the SB that it work in a non-exhaustive way
on 12 recommendations put forward in previous years and which
require particular follow-up to date. It also recommended that the SB
work on 6 new priorities which will cover a wide range of strategic topics
(major development projects, ESG risk and internal/external audit
controls, etc.), governance (conflicts of interest, fluidity of exchanges
with the MB, etc.), and operational (increased efficiency and longer time
in meetings).
Ongoing monitoring of the action plan will be provided throughout the
year to assess progress and implement corrective actions where
necessary.
2.2.2.3 Supervisory Board activities
Responsibilities of the Supervisory Board
Principal responsibilities of the Supervisory Board Key areas discussed, reviewed and/or approved in 2024
Group strategy • Investment and divestment operations in 2024;
• Regular updates: on share price evolution, business activities and operational performance
(operations, finance, human resources, legal, ESG, development, IT, compliance/risk management,
etc.); and
• Digital and data strategy.
Group financial policy and financial performance and
reporting
• Review and discussion of the deleveraging programme and Group liquidity forecast;
• 2025 Group Budget, Admin costs and CAPEX of the Group;
• Follow-up on net asset value (“NAV”) and EPRA performance measures;
• Financial commitments and guarantees;
• Provisions for risks and litigation;
• Consolidated accounts and quarterly financial statements;
• The Group’s 5-year Projections, financial resources and financing (EMTNs), and liquidity needs;
• The Group’s dividend distribution payment policy and annual allocation/distribution of profits;
• Relationship with the Statutory Auditors including auditor’s reporting for the coming year;
• Non-audit services provided by the Statutory Auditors, (including the amount of fees related thereto);
• Development pipeline (including strong focus on Westfield-Hamburg-Uberseequartier);
• Relations with rating agencies;
• Liquidity forecasts and Loan-to-Value (“LTV”) ratio; and
• Follow up on goodwill and tenant negotiations and collection.
Internal audit, risk management and control systems • Monitoring Group risk management, internal audit, compliance, and insurance programmes;
• 2024 internal audit plan;
• Internal audits, internal control system and compliance matters;
• In-depth review of the Group’s risk management and risk mapping (this includes ESG, Health/Hygiene
& Safety and cyber security risks); and
• Focused review of selected risk management topics.
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Principal responsibilities of the Supervisory Board Key areas discussed, reviewed and/or approved in 2024
Governance and compliance with relevant laws and
regulations
• Annual Group compliance report and updates to the Group’s Compliance Programme (including the
Group Anti-Corruption Programme (“ACP”) and Anti-Money Laundering Policy) and ACP training;
• Group’s compliance with the Afep-Medef Code;
• Review of the High Committee on Corporate Governance (“HCGE”) and AMF 2023 reports;
• Annual review of the independence of SB members;
• Regular updates on regulatory/legal changes;
• Updates to the SB and MB Charters; and
• Review of related party agreements and monitoring of current related party agreements.
Succession planning • Annual review of the SB and committee composition and rotation, and harmonisation of the rotation of
SB mandates;
• Succession planning and overall composition of the SB, MB and Executive Commitee (EC);
• Decision to not appoint new members at the 2024 General Meeting; and
• Renewals of SB members mandates, co-optation an onboarding of a new SB member, establishment
and follow up of a tailored onboarding and integration programme for the new SB member.
Group Remuneration Policy and performance
assessments
• 2024 MB and EC members remuneration (including fixed income, level of attainment of annual STI and
LTI targets);
• 2024 LTI envelope and Company Savings Plan;
• 2024 MB Remuneration Policy (including market benchmark); and
• Annual evaluation of the functioning and efficiency of the SB (self-assessment process) and the MB,
and action plan to follow up improvements led by the SB Chair, the GNRC Chair and 2 appointed
project leaders.
ESG • MSCI and ISS indicators;
• Follow up of Better Places 2030 Strategy; and
• Non-financial information disclosure.
Human resources • Talent management; and
• Review of inclusion and diversity policy.
Shareholder outreach and engagement • Extensive shareholder and proxy advisor engagement and feedback (relating to FY and HY results),
analysis of 2024 General Meeting voting results, corporate governance roadshow and
communications;
• Updates on shareholder composition;
• 2024 General Meeting materials (agenda, resolutions, etc.); and
• Universal Registration Document 2023 (SB Chairman’s report, governance, MB/SB Remuneration
Policy, risk management and internal control systems, etc.).
2024 Key topics of the Supervisory Board
The following key topics are an important part of the Group’s strategy
and are carefully followed by the SB. They are discussed in detail in
other sections of this Universal Registration Document (please refer to
the following sections for further detail):
• New ESG/Sustainability Chapter – Chapter 3;
• New remuneration criteria and governance; and
• Group strategy, including the disposal programme – section 1.3.
In addition to its prerogatives, the SB discussed in particular all the
major actions carried out in 2024.
On business, the SB discussed on several occasions (i) the deleveraging/
divestment strategy (Europe and the US), (ii) Westfield Hamburg
Überseequartier (“WHU”) project (business updates, mitigation action
plan, external audit report and its findings and conclusions, Total
Investment Cost (TIC) evolution, reporting and process, financial impact
and Group Financial ratios, action and next steps, press releases and
communication strategy), and (iii) the acquisition of stake in URW
Germany JV from partner CPP Investments, concerning 5 shopping
centres in Germany.
On financial and organisation topics, the SB focused on (i) the
restructuring efforts and simplification of the Group’s operating
structure and model, (ii) the threshold decisions of the MB requiring the
prior approval of the SB, (iii) the related party agreement (URW SE and
URW NV), (iv) Viparis refinancing, and (v) the revised 2024 budget
focusing on administrative costs.
On ESG and sustainability, the SB reviewed and discussed (i) the non-
financial information disclosure, and the upcoming CSRD and its audit
approach, (ii) the new ESG strategy’s KPIs and target considerations in
preparation of the 2025 MB Remuneration Policy, (iii) the appointment
of statutory auditors in charge of certifying the sustainability
information, and (iv) the relevance of an ESG committee.
On representative bodies, the SB focused on (i) the MB succession
planning (renewal of the mandates of the CEO and CFO) and related
remuneration decisions, (ii) the SB members' mandate renewals
proposed at the 2024 General Meeting, and (iii) the co-optation of
Mr Boukobza as SB and GNRC member, replacing Xavier Niel who
resigned from his SB mandate on October 4, 2024, further to his
appointment at the Board of Directors of ByteDance (TikTok's parent
company) early September 2024.
On governance, the SB worked on the SB effectiveness action plan.
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Environmental and social governance
ESG is a core component of URW’s long-term competitive strategy and
is at the heart of the Group business model (for more details, please
refer to section 1.3 of this Universal Registration Document).
Diversity and inclusion
In addition to the governance bodies (Management Board and
Supervisory Board), URW is committed to applying its diversity and
inclusion policy to all Group employees. In this respect, the SB annually
reviews the Group’s Diversity Policy and more specifically the gender
policy on the balanced representation of women and men within the
governance bodies. In 2021, URW defined a “Senior Management”
group, which includes employees with a level 15 or higher position, and
any employee with country responsibility for Leasing, Legal or
Development/Contruction; or regional responsibility for Marketing,
Shopping Centre Management/Technical Servicesor Westfield Rise,
provided they are at least level 14.
The goal is that the Senior Management group maintains a minimum of
40% women, measured at each each year end. In addition, a diversity
target must be set in the annual variable compensation and long-term
variable compensation for all members of the Management Board and
the Executive Committee. These subjects are reviewed and challenged
by the GNRC in order to ensure that the Group achieves its objectives
under the supervision of the SB.
For more information on these objectives, see section 3.2.3.1.3, of this
Universal Registration Document.
Company Shareholder Engagement Policy
The Group’s shareholder base being diverse, this diversity is reflected in
the composition of the SB, of which 80% of members are independent at
year-end 2024. The diversity of the shareholder base and investor
profiles, both on a geographic and investment strategy basis, makes it
all the more important to have extensive and regular interactions with
shareholders.
To formalise this commitment to shareholders, a Shareholder
Engagement Policy has been published and is available on the Group’s
website. It provides information to shareholders on the engagement
process and highlights the importance of clear communication,
transparent shareholder engagement and the Group’s commitment to
non-selective information and equal treatment among shareholders.
In addition, when the SB considers that a resolution may be or has been
the subject of relevant opposition, it may release a public
communication (also published on the Company’s website) to
shareholders to communicate the decisions adopted by the SB to clarify
any potential concern.
The dialogue initiated by the Company with its shareholders is focused
on 3 areas:
• Strategy and financial performance, including deleveraging and
disposals, for which the Investor Relations team, regularly
accompanied by MB members, meets investors during post-results
roadshows during the year, as well as during the 10–15 investor
conferences they attend globally each year and the Investor Day, the
next one being scheduled in May 2025, and the Sustainability investor
event held on October 10, 2023, during which the MB presented a
comprehensive evolution of Better Places 2030 Strategy to support
the environmental transition of cities and retail. These discussions
are focused on the Group’s strategy, financial information and
performance. In 2024, the team undertook around 340 meetings with
89 existing investors representing over 63% of the institutional
shareholder base, and over 160 potential investors;
• ESG and non-financial performance for which the ESG team, together
with the Investor Relations team, meets with investors’ dedicated
ESG teams or non-financial rating agencies ; and
• Corporate governance involving Legal, Compensation and Benefits,
Investor Relations and ESG teams. Roadshows are held after release
of the Universal Registration Document and the General Meeting
convening notice and prior to the General Meeting of shareholders, in
order to discuss all the resolutions proposed to shareholders’ vote. If
the investor so requests, the dialogue may be opened with the
Chairman of the SB, or the GNRC and AC Chairs. Information from
these meetings is shared with the GNRC and the SB to better
understand the issues, opposition or support expressed with respect
to key topics and points of interest raised by shareholders, and to
encourage informed reflection. The Company implements a similar
policy of dialogue with the main voting advisory agencies and investor
organisations.
2.2.2.4 Specialised Supervisory Board
committees
In accordance with Article 5 of the SB Charter, the SB has 2 specialised
committees: the Audit Committee and the GNRC, each of which focuses
on, and explores in-depth, specific topics of its overall competence.
Each committee operates based on the SB’s Charter, which describes
its composition, role, responsibilities, organisation and functioning. The
committees make recommendations and advise the SB within their
scope of responsibility. The SB is, however, ultimately responsible for
all the decisions and actions taken on the committees’
recommendations.
The SB Vice-Chair may temporarily replace the SB Chairman if he is
absent or incapacitated.
The SB Vice-Chair is involved in the succession planning of the SB Chair,
throughout the full process.
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Audit Committee
Audit Committee composition as at December 31, 2024
The AC is chaired by Ms Cécile Cabanis and consists of 5 members, 4 members including the AC Chair being independent.
The AC members are selected by the SB, upon the recommendation of the GNRC.
Pursuant to French Commercial Code requirements and the Afep-Medef Code, every AC member is an expert or has relevant skills in finance and in
accounting for listed companies or for other large companies which apply the IFRS accounting standards.
Audit Committee meetings
Typically, the CEO, the CFO and the Group General Counsel attend AC
meetings, unless decided otherwise by the AC. The AC may decide to
meet without the MB members or to meet only with the CEO, the CFO or
the Statutory Auditors. The Group Director of Tax, the Group Director,
Financial Reporting , the Group Director of Risk Management, the Group
Director of Consolidation and Accounting, the Group Director of Internal
Audit and Compliance and the URW NV Finance Director attend AC
meetings at the request of the AC.
AC members receive the meeting documents, which include a detailed
agenda and comprehensive papers at least 3 days before each meeting.
To allow for optimal preparation for the review of the accounts, the AC
meets at least 48 hours prior to the SB meeting at which the full-year
and half-year financial statements are reviewed. The SB is informed of
the proceedings and recommendations of the AC at its meeting directly
following that of the AC.
Audit Committee activities
The AC met 6 times in 2024 (including 1 ad hoc meeting, and 3 times in
the presence of the Statutory Auditors). Membership attendance was
100% for all AC meetings. Two sessions outside the presence of the
Management Board and Executive Directors were held in 2024, where
the Statutory Auditors’ reports outcomes, the improved coordination for
URW SE and URW NV report, Goodwill, Key Audit Matters, the new audit
norms to enter in force in 2025, CSRD, and prior SB approval rules (SB
Charter) were discussed.
The AC focused on Westfield-Hamburg-Uberseequartier. Many notes
were shared and discussed with the AC and project teams. At the
initiative of the MB, the AC requested an external audit following the
increase in the total investment costs in July 2024. The audit work was
reviewed and challenged by the AC on several occasions in light of the
major progresses made, in the presence of the external auditor
selected. A site visit was organized in early 2025.
The AC deals with recurring issues, such as accounting and financial
elements (interim and annual financial statements), internal control,
risk management and NAV. It examines and supervises the Company’s
publication of financial information. It also ensures the relevance and
efficiency of the Group’s accounting and financial standards, tax and
funding policies, internal audit, risk management and control
procedures. As part of its risk management scope, the AC also deals
directly with ESG topics such as climate change, societal risks and the
Group insurance programme. Preparatory meetings are systematically
scheduled with the AC Chair and URW’s internal teams on financial
results, risk management, non-financial information disclosure, and
various specific topics related to the Group’s current business.
From 2024, an additional meeting of the AC dedicated to the non-
financial information disclosure is scheduled systematically in March to
further address the non-financial performance statement in the
presence of the independent Statutory Auditors in charge of certifying
the sustainability information. They presented their findings to the AC
(2023 sustainability performance, scope and main findings of Third-
party verifier and appointment of sustainability auditors).
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80%
AVERAGE ATTENDANCE
100%
60%
40%
Ms Julie Avrane
Independent
Ms Cécile Cabanis
Independant
Chair
Mr Jacques Richier
Independent
Mr Michel Dessolain
Non-independent
Ms Sara Lucas
Independent
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Furthermore, in 2024, cyber insurance risks were reviewed by the AC
and the SB, in light of the global cyber security and insurance markets,
and the particularities of the core business of the URW. Since the
beginning of 2024 and even earlier, especially in the preparation and
anticipation of risks related to the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, cyber
risks (as part of the Group risk mapping) have been widely discussed
and a deep dive working session was held in 2024 at SB level. Given the
importance of cyber risk monitoring in an Olympic year, a
comprehensive review was also organized during the discussions on
terrorism and major risks, with emphasis on the cyber risks. The Health
and Safety risks were examined and challenged by the AC as part of the
Group’s risk mapping (compliance and regulation deep dive), also
through specific internal audits conducted. Health and Safety risks were
also addressed and discussed through the regular reviews of the Better
Places Roadmap. Artificial Intelligence (AI) was discussed at part of the
Group’s risk mapping, through compliance and regulatory risk reviews,
and case studies were organized. AI was also part of the topics
extensively challenged during the 2024 SB strategic Seminar. AI was
discussed at length at 2023 SB training sessions (facilitated by the
Group Director of IT) and will be addressed during the 2025 SB
trainingday.
The AC may also carry out specific examinations on its own initiative or
at the request of the SB. The AC may solicit the advice of external
advisors as it deems necessary. In addition to the regular contact that
the AC has with the MB and its Statutory Auditors, it is free to interview
experts in particular fields without MB members being present. The AC
also has access to valuations carried out by independent appraisers.
Statutory Auditors in charge of certifying the
Sustainability Information
Appointment of the Statutory Auditors in charge of certifying the
sustainability information
Given the obligation to appoint Statutory Auditors in charge of certifying
the sustainability information at the 2024 Annual General Meeting
(“AGM”), a call for tenders with both URW’s Statutory Auditors (Deloitte
& Associés and KPMG S.A.) was launched in January 2024, and the
selection process was presented at the February 2024, AC & SB
meetings. The AC and SB were able to learn about the new
requirements for the verification of sustainability information, as well as
about the different steps conducted by the Sustainability Team,
methodology and underlying hypothesis leading to adjusted offers.
After discussions and having considered all pro’s and con’s,upon AC
recommendation, the SB decided to submit the appointments of KPMG
S.A. and Deloitte & Associés as Statutory Auditors in charge of
certifying the sustainability information for a period of three-year term
expiring at the end of the AGM called in 2027to approve the financial
statements for the year ended December 31, 2026.
KPMG S.A. and Deloitte & Associés were appointed as Statutory
Auditors in charge of certifying the sustainability information by the
2024 AGM.
Principal responsibilities of the AC Key areas discussed, reviewed and/or recommended for approval to the SB in 2024
Group financial policy • Strategic initiatives relating to the balance sheet, including deleveraging and access to capital;
• 2024 Group Budget, costs and CAPEX;
• Follow-up on NAV and EPRA performance measures;
• The Group’s 5-year Projections, financial resources and financing (EMTNs);
• The Group’s dividend distribution policy and annual allocation and distribution of profits;
• Development projects, in particular Westfield-Hamburg-Uberseequartier in 2024;
• Relationships with the rating agencies;
• Review of related party agreements and monitoring of current related party agreements;
• Relationship with the Statutory Auditors, including auditor’s reporting for the coming year; and
• Non-audit services provided by the Statutory Auditors (including the amount of fees related thereto).
Financial and non-financial performance • Follow up on NAV, goodwill and tenant negotiations and rent collection;
• Consolidated accounts and quarterly financial statements;
• NAV, corporate risks and off-balance sheet commitments;
• Financial commitments and guarantees;
• Provisions for risks and litigation;
• Regular tax updates;
• Launch of the CSRD;
• Review of non-financial information disclosure process;
• Audition of the third-party verifier;
• Development pipeline; and
• Liquidity forecasts and LTV ratio.
Internal audit, risk management and control systems • Monitoring Group risk management, internal audit, compliance, and insurance programmes;
• Updates on digital and IT strategy, tools and projects;
• 2024 internal audit plan;
• Internal audits, internal control system and compliance matters;
• In-depth review of the Group’s risk management and risk mapping, this includes ESG, Health/Hygiene
& Safety and cyber security risks; and
• Focused review of selected risk management topics.
AC governance • Annual evaluation of the functioning and efficiency of the AC (self-assessment process); and
• Integration of the Statutory Auditors in charge of certifying the Sustainability Information.
Shareholder outreach and engagement • Shareholder engagement and feedback.
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Governance, Nomination and Remuneration Committee (GNRC)
The GNRC considers that having a single committee dedicated to both nomination and remuneration makes it possible to improve the effectiveness of
the debates, given the interdependence of the vast majority of the subjects dealt with and the strictly identical composition of the 2 former
committees (one for nomination and one for remuneration). The composition, functioning and responsibilities of the GNRC are governed by the GNRC
Charter, which is established by the SB.
A. Governance, Nomination and Remuneration Committee composition
The GNRC is chaired by Mr Roderick Munsters and consisted of 5 members, 4 members being independent, as at December 31, 2024.
Governance, Nomination and Remuneration
Committee meetings
The CEO, the CRSO and the Group General Counsel typically attend
GNRC meetings, except for meetings concerning their own evaluation.
At least twice a year, during the annual self-assessment of the GNRC as
well as during assessment of the MB, the GNRC meets without the CEO,
the CRSO and the Group General Counsel. The GNRC meets outside the
presence of the MB whenever it considers it necessary and does so on a
regular basis, at the end of meetings when possible.
The GNRC may solicit the advice of external advisors and is free to
interview such advisors without MB members being present as deemed
necessary. At least once a year, the Group Director of Internal Audit and
Compliance presents a compliance report. Additionally, other persons
may be invited to attend by the GNRC Chairman, notably the Group
Director of Compensation and Benefits, the Group People Officer and
the Group Director of Corporate and Securities Law, for the topics under
their expertise. Members receive the meeting documents, which include
a detailed agenda and comprehensive papers, at least 3 days before
each meeting. The SB is informed of the GNRC’s proceedings and
recommendations at its meeting directly following that of the GNRC.
Governance, Nomination and Remuneration
Committee activities
The GNRC met 8 times in 2024 (including 4 ad hoc meetings).
Eight meetings were held outside the MB’s presence in 2024, where the
following topics were discussed: SB and specialised committees’
effectiveness and related action plan, SB succession planning and 2024
renewals and co-optation (including appointment of committee
members), SB profile and experience matrix, SB rotation rules and
overboarding analysis, MB and EC succession plannings with a focus on
the CEO and the CFO mandate renewals (process and timeline), CEO
2024 objectives, governance general considerations including
relevance of an ESG committee, and the URW transformation plan.
The member attendance rate was 95% for all meetings, including
regular and ad hoc meetings.
The GNRC is responsible for reviewing and advising the SB on: (a) MB
and SB member profiles and selection criteria, (b) the scope,
composition and functioning of the MB and the SB, (c) the independence
of SB members, the (re)appointment of MB and/or SB members through
application of the established succession plans which are regularly
discussed, (e) the Group’s corporate governance rules and practices, (f)
Group talent management, including MB and top management
succession planning, and (g) the Remuneration Policy for the Chairman
of the MB and the other members of the MB (fixed income, annual
variable remuneration, long-term variable remuneration and other
benefits) and the SB Remuneration Policy.
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80%
AVERAGE ATTENDANCE
95%
60%
40%
Mr Michaël Boukobza
Non-independent
Mr Roderick Munsters
Independent
Chair
Ms Susana Gallardo
Independent
Ms Dagmar Kollmann
Independent
Ms Aline Sylla-Walbaum
Independent
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Principal responsibilities of the GNRC Key areas discussed, reviewed and/or recommended for approval to the SB in 2024
Governance and compliance with relevant laws and
regulations
• Annual Group compliance report and review and updates to the Group compliance programme
(including the ACP and Anti-Money Laundering Policy);
• The Group’s compliance with the Afep-Medef Code, analysis of HCGE and AMF 2023 reports for
compliance and implementation/follow-up of corrective actions in 2024;
• Annual review of the independence of SB members, with a focus on business relationships;
• Regular updates on regulatory/legal changes, monitoring of European ESG legislation (CSRD,
Taxonomy, Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive);
• Updates to the SB and MB Charters; and
• Annual evaluation of the functioning and effectiveness of the SB and GNRC (self-assessment process,
including approach).
Succession planning • Annual review of the SB and committee skills and profile, composition and rotation;
• Succession planning and overall composition of the SB, MB and Executive Committee;
• Renewal of the mandates of the CEO and the CFO in 2024;
• Renewals of 3 SB members and co-optation of 1 SB member in 2024; and
• Establishment of an intensive onboarding programme for the new SB member.
Human resources • Talent management; and
• Annual review of diversity and inclusion policy, and of the action plans put in place by HR.
Shareholder outreach and engagement • Extensive shareholder engagement and feedback (including as relates to governance and
remuneration);
• 2024 AGM materials (agenda, resolutions, etc.); and
• Universal Registration Document 2023 (corporate governance).
Company Remuneration Policy and performance
assessments
• 2024 MB member remuneration (including fixed income, level of attainment of annual STI and LTI
targets, specifically redesign of ESG targets);
• 2024 LTI envelope and Company Savings Plan;
• 2025 MB and SB Remuneration Policies; and
• Annual evaluation of the functioning and performance of the MB.
2.2.2.5 Additional information related to
Management Board and
Supervisory Board members
Statements of the members of the Management
Board and the Supervisory Board
No convictions or offences
To the best of the Company’s knowledge and based on their individual
declaration, none of the SB or MB members has, over the past 5 years:
• Been convicted of fraud;
• Been associated as an executive with a bankruptcy, escrow,
liquidation or placing of companies under judicial administration;
• Subject to an accusation and/or an official public sanction imposed by
a statutory or regulatory authority; or
• Been disqualified by a court from exercising the function of a member
of the administrative, management, or supervisory body of an issuer
or from intervening in the management or conduct of the affairs of an
issuer.
Information regarding any position in a public
administration (including regulators)
None.
No hedging transactions on securities
The MB members have undertaken not to engage in hedging
transactions on the URW securities until the end of their mandate.
Conflicts of interest
No close family relationships
To the knowledge of the Company, there are no family ties between the
SB or MB members of the Company.
Management of conflicts of interest
To the knowledge of the Company, there are no conflicts of interest or
potential conflicts of interest between the Company and the MB and/ or
SB members with respect to their personal interests or their other
obligations.
In order to ensure that each SB and MB member acts with loyalty,
independence and professionalism, and in accordance with Article 11 of
the SB Charter and Article 7 of the MB Charter (see Section 7.6 ), each
SB member and MB member must immediately report any potential
conflicts of interest with the Company to the SB Chairman and to the
other SB and MB members, respectively, providing all information
relevant to the conflict of interest. Such conflicted member must
abstain from discussions and the decision-taking process on the subject
or transaction in relation to which he/she has a conflict of interest.
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2.
In addition, the SB and MB members must seek prior SB approval before
accepting any new mandate of any type, including in another company,
in order for the SB to conduct, among other things, a conflict of interest
and independence analysis.
The SB and the MB are also subject to the rules established in the
Group’s Code of Ethics and Anti-Corruption Programme, applicable to
all Group employees (for more details, please see Section 3.2.4).
Services agreement
No SB nor MB members whose mandate is currently in effect is bound
by a service contract with the Company or any of its subsidiaries that
provides for the granting of benefits at the end of said contract.
Procedure for the identification and monitoring of
related party agreements and common
agreements conducted under normal conditions
The SB updated on February 12, 2025, upon the recommendation of the
AC, the procedure for the identification and qualification (ex-ante) and
monitoring (ex-post) of related party agreements and common
agreements. After a reminder of the legal framework, this procedure
formalises the various stages of verification, ensuring an effective
detection and monitoring of related party agreements and common
agreements, its qualification by the Corporate Legal department until
its signing and, as the case may be, prior approval by the SB and
approval by the General Meeting for related party agreements. This
procedure was disclosed within the Group and is available on the Group
website. The procedure provides that the list of common agreements
related to ordinary transaction and conducted under normal conditions
shall be reviewed in advance by the Corporate Legal department, and
then transmitted annually to the SB members for their review during
the SB meeting relating to the control of the accounts for the last
financial year. This procedure is reviewed annually by the SB and an
awareness campaign is also conducted among URW teams.
Information on related party agreements
As part of an intra group transaction relating to the capitalization of intra
group loans between URW SE and URW N.V., an amendment to the
Participation Maintenance Subscription Right Agreement was entered
into between these companies in order to secure URW SE's
discretionary exercise of its subscription right thereunder (conversion of
the class B share premium reserve).
This information is included in the Statutory Auditors’ special report
(see Section 5.8).
Supervisory Board member share ownership
requirement
In accordance with the Afep-Medef Code and with Article 3.3 of the SB
Charter, in order to promote the alignment of interests between
shareholders and SB members, all SB members must hold within 2
years of their appointment a number of URW Stapled Shares for an
equivalent amount (based on the value at the time of the acquisition of
the stapled shares) at least equals to one year of gross (fixed & variable)
remuneration perceived as SB member (i.e. excluding committee
remuneration, and other additional remuneration and expenses). As at
December 31, 2024, all SB members comply with this share ownership
requirement, on the basis of the value of the share at the date of the
shares acquisition.
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2.2.3 The Executive Committee
Regional heads Functional heads
Chaired by Mr Jean-Marie Tritant, as CEO, as of December 31, 2024, the
EC is made up of the Group’s 12 main executives, representing the
geographical areas in which the Group operates as well as the corporate
functional units.
Starting from January 1
st
, 2025, the EC is made up of the Group's 11
main executives, Mr Vincent Jean-Pierre acting as Chief Operating
Officer Northern Europe and United Kingdom.
The EC is in charge of implementing in a concrete and coherent way the
financial and strategic orientations set by the MB in consultation with
the SB. The EC meets on average quarterly to evoke the performance
objectives, define the short, medium and long-term challenges, the
structural initiatives and the advancement of strategic priorities of the
Group.
FUNCTIONAL HEADS
Jean-MarieTritant
ChiefExecutiveOfficer
ChairmanoftheMB
VincentRouget
ChiefStrategy
InvestmentOfficer
MBmember
FabriceMouchel
ChiefFinancialOfficer
MBmember
SylvainMontcouquiol
ChiefResourc esand
SustainabilityOfficer
MBmember
Anne-Sophie
Sancerre
ChiefCustomer
andRetailOfficer
MBmember
BrunoDonjon
COO
SouthernEurope
JakubSkwarlo
COO
CentralEur ope
DominicLowe
COO
US
Vincent
Jean-Pierre
COO
Northern
Europe&UK
Christi
Karandikar
EMD,Group
People
Officer
David
Zeitoun
EMD,General
Secretary
Group
General
Counsel
REGIONAL HEADS
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2.3 Management and Supervisory Boards' remuneration
A word from the Governance, Nomination and Remuneration Committee Chairman
Dear shareholders,
URW delivered strong operational, financial and sustainability-related
performance in 2024.
Net Rental Income increased by 6.7% on a like-for-like basis, vacancies
reduced by 60 bps vs. 2023, back to 2017 levels. Footfall progressed
more than the market, sales progressed above inflation. Westfield Rise,
our media agency, delivered on promises, with €75 Mn of net margin
generated for the Group. Our Convention & Exhibitions business Net
Operating Income is up by 66%, on the back of the successful Paris 2024
Olympics.
The deleveraging program is on track, with €1.6 Bn of disposal
transactions delivered during the year, leading to a strong improvement
in the Net Debt/EBITDA ratio from 9.3x to 8.7x, and providing the Group
with ample liquidity and access to financing.
Significant progress was made on an in-depth reorganization and
simplification of the Group’s organization around 4 large regions,
resulting in a substantial 10% reduction in the Group’s general expenses
vs 2023, in a high inflation context.
As a result, the 2024 AREPS is achieved above guidance, at €9.85 per
share, and a cash distribution of €3.50 per share, increased by 40% vs.
previous year, will be proposed at the 2025 AGM.
With the restructuring of the US platform, focused on flagship assets, in
line with the Group’s strategy, the Group decided to keep this US
platform and is now geared for strong future growth.
The Group has also delivered on its Better Places 2030 sustainability
initiatives, which has attracted global recognition. URW is ranked in the
top 100 most sustainable companies by Corporate Knights, Time
magazine and Statista; it has been recognized as one of the top 10 best
gender-balanced companies in France (and top 100 worldwide) by
Equileap, among other distinctions and achievements referenced in
chapter 3.1.
Meanwhile, as previously communicated through press releases since
April 2024, the Westfield Hamburg-Überseequartier (WHU) project
experienced significant delays and cost overruns. The impact of these
additional costs on Net Debt and the Loan-to-Value ratio has been
largely compensated by operational performance and the deleveraging
efforts. These issues have been addressed and contained, with the
opening of WHU now announced for April 8, 2025.
Supervisory Board update
The remuneration policy for the Supervisory Board has been in place,
with minor adjustments, since 2018, when it was reviewed after the
acquisition of Westfield. After an in-depth review and market
benchmarking, the Governance, Nomination and Remuneration
Committee (GNRC) recommended to the Supervisory Board (SB) to
keep the remuneration policy unchanged, without indexation for
inflation over the period.
On February 12, 2025, further to the resignation of Cécile Cabanis, SB
Vice-Chair and Audit Committee Chair, my responsibilities of GNRC
Chair will be transferred to Aline Sylla-Walbaum, as I will be taking up
the roles of SB Vice-Chair and AC Chair.
Management Board remuneration policy update
During 2024 and early 2025, the MB remuneration policy was reviewed,
in terms of quantum, structure and design. This review led the GNRC to
recommend the SB to keep it largely unchanged. The design of both
Short-Term Incentives and Long-Term Incentives were considered
appropriate and aligned with the Group’s strategy, and will remain
unchanged in 2025, with the same performance measures and
weightings. To allow for long-term performance to have a stronger
weight in the Management Board’s overall remuneration and better
market alignment, the range of LTI grant size, expressed in IFRS value,
will be proposed at the upcoming General Meeting to be reviewed to
120%-180% of the fixed income, with a target at 150%, vs. 125%
previously.
Management Board remuneration decisions
Both the CEO and CFO were appointed as MB members in January
2021, and their MB mandates were up for renewal, at the latest at the
time of the AGM 2025. On December 4, 2024, the Supervisory Board
decided to renew their mandates for a further four-year period.
In accordance with the URW MB remuneration policy, and in line with
the Afep-Medef code of Corporate Governance, the fixed remuneration
of MB members is set at the start of each mandate, and kept constant,
with no inflation indexation, for the whole duration of the four-year
mandate, unless a significant change in size, scope or responsibility
occurs.
A thorough review of their total remuneration package was performed
by the GNRC, who recommended the SB to approve an increase for the
CEO’s fixed income by 20% to €1.2 Mn and the CFO’s fixed income by 5%
to €787.5k. These increases were decided primarily based on the total
remuneration benchmark against a relevant group made of the CAC40
and Next40 companies, where URW’s market cap is close to median.
The total remunerations for the CEO and CFO are respectively slightly
below median and slightly below upper quartile. These increases are
also consistent with that of the broader URW workforce over a
4-year period.
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These new fixed incomes proposals are subject to approval at the 2025
General Meeting and are not planned to be increased for the upcoming
4years.
On December 4, 2024, the SB also approved the addition to the
responsibilities of the Chief Strategy & Investment Officer of the
supervision of three European regions in the capacity of COO Europe,
starting May 1, 2025. This will not result in a change of his fixed
remuneration.
Bonus adjustment for 2024
The 2024 STI remuneration policy for the MB rewards for achievements
on various financial, operational and sustainability performance
measures, such as AREPS, Net Debt/EBITDA, Disposals, Gross
Administrative expenses, Greenhouse gas emissions and gender
diversity (together, weighted 85%), and three individual objectives
(weighted 15%). With the strong operational performance delivered in
2024, the average total STI achievement, across all MB members, is
120% of target. All details are provided in section 2.3.1.1 below.
To acknowledge the negative impact of the WHU delays and cost
overruns, that only partially impacted this score, the GNRC and the MB
agreed on a proposed 20% reduction of the overall payout, which was
approved by the SB. The impact of this proposed reduction is presented
below in the MB remuneration report.
LTI performance
In May 2024, at the end of the 3-year performance period of the 2021
LTI, the 3-year AREPS metric, weighted 45% was fully achieved, with a
cumulative €25.84 per share over the 2021-2023 period, vs. a
cumulative high end of guidance at €25.10. The ESG-related targets,
together weighted 10%, were fully achieved as well. During the
performance period, the Total Shareholder Return (TSR) of URW was
109.7% on a 90-day average basis, vs. the peer group achieving 132.4%.
The TSR performance condition, weighted 45%, is therefore not
achieved. Overall, the performance of the 2021 LTI plan is 55%.
* * *
For the remuneration-related votes at the 2025 General Meeting, I, and
my successor Aline Sylla-Walbaum, look forward to receiving your
support. The GNRC is committed to an open dialogue with shareholders,
and we remain available to engage with any shareholder who would
want to do so.
Yours sincerely,
Roderick Munsters
Chairman of the Governance, Nomination and Remuneration Committee
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2.3.1 Remuneration Policy
2.3.1.1 Management Board Remuneration Policy
The following Remuneration Policy applicable to the MB members as
from 2025 will be submitted for shareholder approval (resolutions n° 13
and n°14). The Remuneration Policy will be applicable as from January
1 of the year of the shareholder approval.
Governance and decision-making process
The remuneration of the MB members is determined by the SB, upon
recommendation of the GNRC, and in accordance with the Afep-Medef
Code as revised in December 2022.
The SB designs the Group Remuneration Policy in line with best-in-
class market practice and shareholder interests.
This policy ensures the alignment of the MB with shareholders and with
Group strategy by:
• Creating a direct and explicit link between Group performance and
each MB member’s remuneration;
• Ensuring a balanced approach between short- and medium-/long-
term performance; and
• Targeting competitive remuneration levels.
Our decision-making process is driven by the GNRC, which ensures
transparency and independence:
GNRC MAKES
RECOMMENDATIONS
TO SB
REMUNERATION
BENCHMARK
SB DECIDES
FULL DISCLOSURE
IN THE
REGISTRATION
DOCUMENT AND
ON WEBSITE
GM APPROVAL
OF REMUNERATION
POLICY AND
PREVIOUS YEAR
POLICY
GNRC CONSULTS
SHAREHOLDERS
STEP 1
January – February
STEP 2
February – March
STEP 3
March
STEP 4
March – April
STEP 5
May
STEP 6
June – December
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The Remuneration Policy of MB members relies on:
5 Objectives
ATTRACT MOTIVATE RETAIN REWARD ALIGN
Attract high-potential
candidates to boost the
management team
Motivate to deliver on
challenging short- and long-
term objectives
Retain to maintain a highly
experienced and collaborative
MB
Reward to achieve individual
and collective objectives, and
to make decisions that
contribute to the Group’s value
creation and long-term
success
Align the MB members’
interests with those of
shareholders and stakeholders
5 Guiding principles
BEST
REMUNERATION
GOVERNANCE
STANDARDS
BALANCED
COMPREHENSIVE
REMUNERATION
ASSESSMENT
PAY FOR
SUSTAINABLE
PERFORMANCE
TRANSPARENCY INDEPENDENT
EXTERNAL
BENCHMARKING
The SB and GNRC commit to
the highest standards of
remuneration governance, and
constantly strive to take
account of the latest
recommendations from
national and international
authorities, as well as voting
policies of shareholders and
proxy advisors.
MB members have each
component of their
remuneration reviewed
individually and collectively.
Individual and Company
performance-related
remuneration is the
cornerstone of the
Remuneration Policy.
It ensures the alignment of MB
members’ interests with the
long-term value creation
objectives of the Group and its
stakeholders.
The SB conducts significant
outreach and engagement with
shareholders and proxy
advisors with respect to the
Remuneration Policy.
Continued efforts are made to
explain and get feedback.
A comparative analysis is
conducted at the start of every
mandate (or whenever a
specific review is needed) with
the support of an external
independent advisor, taking
into account remuneration
practices in companies
relevant to the size and
geographical scope of the
Group.
In particular, the rules below are strictly enforced by the SB:
Included
- Reasonable and balanced remuneration based on benchmarks provided by an external
independent advisor
- Cap on STI
- Cap on overall LTI allocation
- 3-year vesting for PS
- 3-year vesting for SO
- Stringent performance conditions over a 3-year performance period
- ESG-related performance measures in STI and LTI
- Obligation to retain shares
- Clawback and malus provisions
Excluded
- No welcome bonus
- No exceptional remuneration
- No service agreement
- No additional defined benefit pension (“retraite chapeau”)
- No intra-Group Board fees
- No employment contract
(1)
- No discount on SO subscription price
- No profit-sharing scheme
- No reward for underperformance
- No grant of LTI without performance conditions
(1) The rule related to the absence of employment contract applies as of the 2022 General Meeting to any future MB member.
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Summary of main remuneration features for 2025
The table below summarises the MB Remuneration Policy applicable in
2025, subject to General Meeting approval.
During 2024 and early 2025, the MB remuneration policy was reviewed,
in terms of quantum, structure and design. This review led the GNRC to
recommend the SB to keep the design of both STI and LTI largely
unchanged, while the quantum of the LTI policy has been reviewed to
allow for long term performance to have a stronger weight in the MB's
overall remuneration, in line with market practice.
The LTI grant size range, expressed in IFRS value, will be 120% to 180%
of the FI, with a target of 150%.
Elements Purpose and link to strategy Operation
CEO CFO CSIO CCRO CRSO
Fixed income
(“FI”)
Attract high-calibre experienced
individuals with a competitive
remuneration level that reflects
the scope, complexity and
dynamics of the business.
Set at the start of each 4-year mandate. The FI is based on an external benchmark. In the event of the
nomination of a new member, the same rules apply.
However, for a new MB member hired externally, the SB may
adjust the FI level based on the position, profile and other
relevant information.
Short-term
incentive
(“STI”)
Drive short-term strategy and
reward achievement of annual
financial and operational
objectives.
4 main components:
• AREPS
• Other financial objectives to be determined
each year depending on strategic priorities
• ESG/Diversity & Inclusion
• Individual objectives
Maximum opportunity: 150% of FI
Target opportunity: 120% of FI
Long-term
incentive
(“LTI”)
Retain and align with the
medium-/long-term value
creation objectives of the Group
and its shareholders.
Key performance indicators • Grant size range: 120% to 180% of FI (IFRS value)
• Grant target: 150% of FI (IFRS value)
• 3-year performance period
• 3-year vesting period
75% Financial 30% AREPS
25% TSR vs. peer group
20% TSR vs. growth target
25% ESG 25% URW Sustainability
Scorecard
Shareholding
requirement
Further align the MB with
shareholder interests.
Retain 30% of gains (net of tax) of SO exercised
and 30% of PS vested until target% of FI is
held.
300%
ofFI
200% of FI
Supplementary
contribution
scheme ("SCS")
Enable long-term savings. Annual contribution paid into a savings
account.
€90,000
+10% of
(FI + STI)
€45,000
+10% of (FI + STI)
Severance
(1)
Protecting Company interests
with pre-defined termination
conditions, including a
discretionary non-compete
provision.
Compensation for loss of office in the event of
forced departure, subject to a performance
condition, with the ability for the SB to require
a non-compete period for up to 12 months.
Global cap at 24 months of FI + STI applicable to severance
and non-compete indemnities
Other benefits Provide perquisites, health and
financial protection.
Health and life insurance, unemployment insurance, company car, International Assignment Extra-
Compensation (if needed) and Company Savings Plan (no top-up contribution).
Clawback/
Malus
Enforce the URW Code of Ethics. To the extent permitted by applicable law, in the event of gross misconduct or fraud causing a material
adverse impact to the Group, in particular resulting in a financial restatement, the SB reserves the right to
reduce or cancel unvested LTI or STI amounts (malus), seek reimbursement of paid STI or vested LTI, or obtain
damages (clawback).
(1) Not applicable to the MB members who have a suspended employment contract at the moment of loss of office.
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Fixed income
The FI is determined at the start of each mandate, and, in line with the
recommendations of the Afep-Medef Code, shall remain unchanged
during an MB member’s mandate. By exception, increases during a
mandate may occur as a result of an enlarged scope of responsibilities,
significant changes in the Group and/or the market or when set at
nomination for new MB members.
The FI is determined taking into consideration:
• The level and complexity of the role;
• The profile, experience and career within the Group or elsewhere; and
• The comparative remuneration analyses for similar functions and
responsibilities based on external benchmarks.
To set the remuneration at the right level, the SB and the GNRC seek
guidance from an external independent advisor to benchmark
remuneration practices and apply the best governance standards.
URW’s ability to attract, motivate and retain world-class talent through
competitive remuneration levels is key to ensure strong Group
performance.
Given the unique features of the Group among CAC 40 and European
real estate companies and its geographical scope, including the US and
the UK markets, the benchmarking approach is based on the following
peer groups:
• France General Industry (CAC 40 and Next 40);
• Selected European and UK Real Estate, taking account of their size
and complexity relative to URW;
• Selected US Real Estate (for information and qualitative
benchmarking only).
In the event of the appointment of a new MB member or a mandate
renewal, their FI is set according to the same benchmarks and
principles.
On December 4, 2024, the Supervisory Board decided to renew both the
CEO and the CFO mandates for a further four-year period.
A thorough review of their total remuneration package was performed
by the GNRC, who recommended the SB to approve an increase for the
CEO’s fixed income by 20% to €1.2 Mn and the CFO’s fixed income by 5%
to €787.5k. These increases were decided primarily based on the total
remuneration benchmark against a comparator group made of the
CAC40 and Next40 companies, where URW’s market cap is close to
median. The total remunerations for the CEO and CFO are respectively
slightly below median and slightly below upper quartile. These
increases are consistent with that of the broader workforce over a 4-
year period.
These new fixed incomes are subject to approval at the 2025 General
Meeting and are not planned to be increased for the upcoming 4 years.
The FI of MB members for 2025 has been set as follows:
MB position Name
Fixed income
Chief Executive Officer
Jean-Marie Tritant
€1,200,000
Chief Finance Officer
Fabrice Mouchel
€787,500
Chief Strategy and
Investment Officer
Vincent Rouget
€750,000
Chief Customer and
Retail Officer
Anne-Sophie Sancerre
€600,000
Chief Resources and
Sustainability Officer
Sylvain Montcouquiol
€500,000
Short-term incentives
The payment of the STI of MB members is subject to prior approval by
the General Meeting (ex-post vote).
Structure and performance measures
The structure of the STI is the same for all MB members, and broadly
unchanged from the previous policy.
The table below summarises the approach that will be taken by the SB
to assess the 2025 performance of MB members. The GNRC and the SB
will take account of results delivered vs. guidance, budgets and plans
according to agreed payout formulae. The SB, upon recommendation of
the GNRC, may use its discretion in determining or adjusting the STI
payout if unforeseeable circumstances had significant effects on the
level of achievement of 1 or more performance criteria, outside
management control, or if the payout formula of a KPI is no longer
applicable.
This provision will allow the SB, upon recommendation of the GNRC, to
ensure the alignment between the implementation of the Remuneration
Policy and the performance of the MB member and the Group. Any
exercise of discretion by the SB shall be disclosed in the Universal
Registration Document and on the Group website, explained and
justified with regards, amongst other considerations, to alignment with
shareholders’ interests, and would remain subject to a binding
shareholder vote at the following General Meeting.
For 2025, the STI structure is unchanged, maintaining a particular focus
on operational priorities, with cost discipline (Gross Administrative cost
reduction, weighted 25%) and deleveraging (Net debt/EBITDA ratio and
Disposals, both weighted 10%).
The ESG criteria are among the key criteria for the Group, they are
assessed at Group level by an ITO.
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Performance measure Description
2025 weighting
AREPS Payment linked to the AREPS achievement vs. guidance and budget. 30%
Financial priorities Selected financial performance measures, reflecting priorities for the year. The financial
objectives for 2025 are:
• Gross Administrative cost reduction (25%);
• Net debt/EBITDA (10%); and
• Disposals (10%).
45%
ESG/Diversity & Inclusion The objectives for 2025 are:
• Reduction in greenhouse gas emissions (5%); and
• Proportion of women among employees hired or promoted to executive positions (5%).
10%
Individual 3 individual objectives, equally weighted (5% each), specific to each MB member. 15%
Targets are commercially sensitive and are therefore disclosed retrospectively in the corporate officers remuneration report.
For each measure, the achievement is measured against a Threshold, a
Target and a Stretch performance level. Target levels are agreed at the
start of each year between the MB and the SB.
• No payment is made on a measure if the achievement is below
Threshold.;
• 37.5% of the on-target value for the measure is paid at Threshold;
• 100% is paid at target;
• 125% is paid at Stretch; and
• The payment is capped at 125%for achievements above Stretch.
The payout for each measure is calculated separately, without
compensation mechanisms between measures.
Long-term incentives
The SB considers that long-term remuneration in the form of PS and SO
is particularly appropriate as these instruments align the MB members’
interests with those of shareholders. The SB defines the proportion of
SO and PS granted. The LTI plan is a key component of the Group
Remuneration Policy and an effective incentive and retention tool. The
number of participants was 557 in 2024 (i.e. c. 23% of total staff).
The vesting is calculated according to the plan rules described below.
However, the SB, upon recommendation of the GNRC, may use its
discretion in adjusting downwards the LTI grants and determining or
adjusting LTI targets or vesting if unforeseeable circumstances had
significant effects on the level of achievement of 1 or more performance
criteria, outside management control. This provision will allow the SB
to ensure the alignment between the implementation of the
Remuneration Policy and the performance of the Group. Any exercise of
discretion by the SB shall be disclosed in the Universal Registration
Document and on the Group website, explained and justified with
regards, amongst other considerations, to alignment with shareholders’
interests.
Principles
Each year, the SB, upon recommendation of the GNRC, determines the
LTI envelope taking various factors into account, including (i) the
Group’s general financial performance, (ii) the overall performance of
MB members, (iii) their other remuneration components and (iv) the
amount of LTI granted the previous year. PS and SO are both subject to
presence and performance conditions with a 3-year vesting period. In
addition, MB members have a share retention obligation.
In 2025, the LTI design is unchanged from 2024, and is reminded in the
table below. The grant size range was reviewed, to strengthen the
weight of long-term performance in the package and in line with
observed market practice. The target grant size is set at 150% of the FI,
with a 120%-180% range. For the 2025 grant, the grant size is set at
125% of the FI. Full details of the grant will be published in the 2025
Universal Registration Document.
The Group aims at granting the regular LTI plan each year shortly after
the publication of the Full-Year results, in line with AMF and Afep-Medef
recommendations.
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Element
Description
Comments
Value Grant size range: 120% to 180% of FI (IFRS value)
Target grant size: 150% of FI
To provide better short-/long-term balance to the MB
incentive package, the target LTI grant size is set at 150% of
FI, with a 120%–180% range.
Performance period 3 years Performance vesting is assessed once at the end of the
3-year performance period, both for SO and PS.
Vesting period 3 years The MB members’ presence is required
(1)
at the time of
vesting for PS and at exercise for SO. Exceptions are allowed
in the event of retirement, death or disability.
Exercise period (SO only) 5 years Options are exercisable between the third and the eighth
anniversary of the grant, subject to performance conditions.
Performance
conditions
Financial 30% AREPS vs. guidance
25% TSR vs. peer group
20% TSR vs. growth targets
All performance
conditions
achievements
calculated with
a progressive
vesting formula
Performance conditions redesigned to further align our long-
term incentives with our sustainability commitments. See
details about the URW Sustainability Scorecard below.
ESG 25% URW Sustainability Scorecard
Share retention obligation 30% of vested PS
30% of net gain on SO at exercise
Retention obligation applies up to a Stapled Share ownership
equivalent to 300% of FI for the CEO and 200% for other MB
members, until the end of their last mandate as MB member.
See further details below.
Additional notes No discount on SO exercise price
(1) In the event that the presence condition is not met due to forced departure (as described in the "Indemnity in the event of loss of office" Section below), upon decision of the
SB, the presence condition can be partially waived on a time pro rata basis to the vesting period.
Performance conditions applicable to Performance Shares and Performance Stock Options in 2025
KPIs
Weight
Threshold
(30% vesting,
0% vesting below)
Between
Threshold and
Stretch
(30–100%
vesting)
(1)
Stretch
(100% vesting)
TSR vs. peer group URW Stapled Share TSR (share price growth, dividends reinvested)
outperformance vs. TSR of a 23-company international real estate
peer group
(2)
25% At index Between index
and index + 300
bps
Index + 300 bps
or above
TSR vs. growth
target
URW Stapled Share 3-year TSR vs. pre-determined growth
objectives
20% 20% Between 20%
and 30%
30% or above
AREPS 3-year compounded AREPS vs. 3-year compounded guidance range 30% Bottom of
compounded
guidance
Between
bottom and top
of compounded
guidance
Top of
compounded
guidance or above
URW Sustainability
Scorecard
Aggregate score of the URW Sustainability Scorecard at the end of
2027 (see details of the Sustainability Scorecard below). Each of the
10 metrics has the same weighting.
25% 59 Between 59 and
84
84
(1) Vesting calculated on a straight-line basis between Threshold and Stretch.
(2) EU Retail (63%):Klépierre, Carmila, Deutsche Euroshop AG, Citycon OYJ, Eurocommercial Properties, Mercialys, Wereldhave, Vastned Retail, Retail Estates.
Offices (7%):Gecina, Covivio, Icade.
UK Retail (8%):British Land, Land Securities Group, Hammerson, New River REIT.
US Retail (22%): Simon Property Group, Macerich, CBL & Associates Properties, Regency Centers Corp, Federal Realty, Kimco Realty, Brixmor Property Group.
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The URW Sustainability Scorecard
At the October 10, 2023, Sustainability Investor Days, the Group
announced a comprehensive evolution of the Better Places initiative, to
support the environmental transition of cities and retail. Among these
initiatives, the Group developed a carbon reduction plan approved by the
SBTi, and expanded its environmental targets to energy, waste, climate
adaptation and community impact. It also introduced a Better Places
certification for its shopping centres and a Sustainable Retail Index
("SRI") initiative for retailers to support the sustainable evolution of the
retail industry. In total, a set of 29 metrics was presented at the
InvestorDays.
The GNRC, with the support of the URW Sustainability team, selected
10 metrics out of these 29 to form the URW Sustainability Scorecard,
described below. Each selected metric has a baseline, with a start year
(some metrics were introduced as soon as 2015, others more recently)
and an initial value, measured on that year. Similarly, these metrics
have a final target year and value. The final year is usually 2030,
sometimes sooner, and the value is the ambitious, long-term goal
already communicated at Investor Days. Each year, the actual
achievement will be compared to the start and end value, based on a
linear progression between zero for the baseline value and 100 for the
final target value. The baseline is an unweighted average score of 59, no
vesting for the Sustainability Scorecard metric shall be paid at or below
this level. The 2027 goal is an average score of 84, with no
compensation between criteria, reflecting an average progression of 25
points across all metrics.
The vesting for the 2025–2027 LTI Sustainability Scorecard will depend
on the overall score at the end of 2027. Performance-vesting will start
at an overall score of 59 and will progress on a linear scale. Full vesting
will be reached for an overall score of 84 or above.
Metric
Definition
Baseline
(score = 0)
Final target
(score = 100)
2027 goal
Year Value Year Value Value Score
Greenhouse Gas Emissions
(own)
Reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions 2015 0% 2030 90% 83.6% 93
Greenhouse Gas Emissions
(total)
Reduction in Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions 2015 0% 2030 50% 45.5% 91
Energy Intensity
Reduction of energy consumption by square
metre in common areas
2015 0% 2030 50% 38.2% 76
EV Charger Installation
Number of electric vehicle ("EV") chargers
installed in our European portfolio
2024 1,157 2030 4,000 2,764 57
Waste Recycling
Recycling rate 2022 41% 2030 70% 59% 63
Water Reuse
% of assets with water reuse solutions in place 2022 0% 2030 100% 63% 63
Sustainable Retail Index
% of eligible revenues covered by the SRI 2022 0% 2027 100% 100% 100
Better Places certification
% of European standing assets certified in Europe 2022 0% 2027 100% 100% 100
Executive
Gender Balance
% of senior management positions held by
women
2019 32% 2027 40% 40% 100
Social Impact
Number of people supported in securing jobs or
receiving training
2023 2,600 2027 15,000 15,000 100
URW Sustainability score Average of all scores above for 2027 2024 59 84 100
Share retention and investment obligations
To align the interests of MB members with shareholders and pursuant
to a SB decision (in line with the Afep-Medef Code), MB members must
meet retention and investment requirements in URW Stapled Shares.
The ownership requirement is 300% of the gross annual FI for the CEO
and 200% for other MB members. Until that requirement is met, when
LTIs are delivered, MB members must retain shares: at least 30% of
their PS vested, and 30% of their net gain on SO at exercise. MB
members are prohibited from using hedging instruments to cover the
risk on Stapled Shares owned as a result of receiving PS or of
exercisingSO.
Supplementary Contribution Scheme
The SCS consists of an annual contribution paid into a blocked savings
account available to MB members at the earliest at the end of their last
mandate.
Position
Fixed amount Variable amount
CEO €90,000
10% of the total cash remuneration
earned each year (i.e. FI for year N
plus STI for year N-1)
Other MB
members
€45,000
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Other benefits
MB members benefit from:
• Health and life insurance;
• An unemployment insurance (GSC type);
• An expatriate health insurance and an International Assignment
Extra-Compensation, where applicable;
• The Company Savings Plan (without the benefit of the employer
matching on amounts invested offered to employee participants); and
• A company car (hybrid or EV only) or a car allowance.
Indemnity in the event of loss of office
The CEO and other MB members are eligible for an indemnity for loss of
office, capped at a maximum of 24 times the Monthly Reference
Compensation, and subject to a performance condition.
Eligibility
The indemnity for loss of office is available only in the event of forced
departure. For the avoidance of doubt, forced departure strictly
excludes resignation at the initiative of the MB member, retirement or
termination beyond the legal retirement age, non-renewal of mandate
at the end of the term, and termination for gross or wilful misconduct.
Performance condition
The payment of the indemnity will be subject to the STI paid to the MB
member being at least on average equal to a threshold performance of
75% of the target STI in the last 3 financial years available. For MB
members with less than 3 STI payouts, the threshold performance level
will be 50% (and the maximum indemnity reduced – see below). In the
absence of fulfilment of this performance condition, no amount would
be due in respect of the loss of office.
Reference compensation and maximum indemnity
For the purpose of defining the maximum indemnity, the Monthly
Reference Compensation is defined as the sum of: (i) the monthly FI, of
MB member at the date on which his/her functions cease, and (ii) the
average STI received or receivable in respect of his/her last 2 full
financial years in office divided by 12.
The maximum indemnity is set at 24 times the Monthly Reference
Compensation, and at 18 times for executives with less than 3 years of
tenure at the MB.
Definition of the amount of the indemnity
Within this limit, the SB would decide the appropriate proportion of the
maximum indemnity payable, considering various factors, such as, but
not limited to, the circumstances around the end of mandate, the MB
member’s tenure in the Group (as an employee and as an MB member)
and the MB member’s proximity to retirement age. The SB shall
disclose, explain and justify its decision in respect of the used criteria
and circumstances.
Exclusion for Management Board members with a
suspended employment contract
MB members having a suspended employment contract are not eligible
for the above indemnity.
Approach used for long-term incentives of
departing MB members
Under presence condition applicable in the LTI plan rules, MB members
leaving the Company because of the forced departure of their MB
mandate will have their outstanding PS and SO forfeited. However, upon
decision of the SB, the presence condition can be partly waived, and
their LTI will vest on a time pro rata basis to the vesting period at the
date of their departure, subject to the performance conditions.
Non-compete agreement and indemnity
To protect the interests of the Company, all MB members are subject to
a non-compete undertaking for up to 12 months after the termination of
the work relationship. During the non-compete period, the departing MB
member would receive a monthly indemnity up to 1 times the Monthly
Reference Compensation, as defined above.
The scope of the non-compete agreement is determined by the SB at
the departure of the MB member. The SB shall disclose, explain and
justify its decision in respect of the used criteria and circumstances.
Upon termination of any MB member, the SB can decide, in its entire
discretion, to waive this non-compete undertaking. For the avoidance of
doubt, non-compete undertakings are excluded in the event of
retirement, and in any event, beyond legal retirement age.
In any event, the combined indemnities for loss of office and non-
compete cannot exceed 24 times the Monthly Reference
Compensation.
Clawback and malus
To align the Group’s policies with the highest standards of corporate
governance, its Code of Ethics reserves the right of action (including
reimbursement or damages) with respect to MB members to the extent
permitted by applicable law, in the event of gross misconduct or fraud
causing a material adverse impact to the Group, in particular, resulting
in a financial restatement.
Additionally, in such situation, the SB, upon recommendation of the
GNRC, would assess the relevant MB member’s performance and take
appropriate action on the annual STI payment and on the LTI, including
cancelling all rights to any unvested SO and PS for such MB member
(malus).
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2.3.1.2 Supervisory Board Remuneration
Policy
The following Remuneration Policy applicable to the SB members has
been in place since the 2023 General Meeting, when it was submitted
and approved. It will be submitted to shareholders' vote at the 2025
General Meeting (resolution 15)
Governance and decision-making process
The annual remuneration of the SB members is intended to attract and
retain high-calibre individuals with the right degree of expertise and
experience. The SB Remuneration Policy is determined by the SB, upon
recommendation of the GNRC and, for the SB Chair’s remuneration, in
his absence. The annual Remuneration Policy for SB members is in
principle designed to only be reviewed, under GNRC supervision, at long
intervals. It may be reviewed in the event of significant changes in the
Group or the market practice.
While attendance is mandatory for the SB Chair, SB member
attendance is also essential to the proper functioning of the SB and its
committees. Accordingly, a significant portion (67%) of the annual
remuneration received by the other SB members is based on
attendance at both SB and committee meetings. Furthermore, a
“Physical Presence Rule” applies to this variable portion. Attendance by
video conference should not occur for more than 40% of scheduled
meetings.
The variable compensation of each SB or committee member is based
on their attendance, respectively at SB or committee meetings. The
compensation is determined on the basis of their attendance rate, i.e.
the proportion of meetings attended out of all meetings (both regular
and ad hoc) held in the year considered. Therefore, an SB member who
attends 100% of the SB and committees' meetings will receive the
maximum amounts of variable compensation, i.e. €50,000 and €12,000
respectively. The percentage applied is calculated on a pro rata basis of
the number of regular plus ad hoc meetings attended by a member in
relation to the total number of regular plus ad hoc meetings during
theyear.
The attendance rates for all SB and committee meetings in 2024,
including regular and ad hoc meetings, are detailed in Section 2.2.2.2,
under “Supervisory Board meetings in 2024”.
The SB members will not be paid the attendance-based portion for
regular meetings attended by video conference above the 40%
threshold. To account for the time spent on international travel, all SB
members also receive an out-of-country indemnity for time spent on
their duties as SB members outside their country of tax residence.
To ensure a high standard of supervision and monitoring of the Group
strategy as well as to avoid any potential conflict of interest, the SB
members are prohibited from receiving any remuneration related to
Group performance. To promote alignment between SB members and
shareholder interests, all SB members are required to hold, within
2years of appointment, a number of Stapled Shares at least equal to
1year of gross (fixed and variable) remuneration perceived an as SB
member (i.e. excluding compensation related to committees and any
other additional compensation or expenses). This obligation is assessed
based on the acquisition cost of the Stapled Shares.
The Remuneration Policy applicable to the SB Chair was reviewed in
depth in 2023 for the first time since the Westfield acquisition in 2018.
The policy allows for the remuneration of the SB Chair to be up to
€350k, to be consistent with the French and European real estate
market practices. The Remuneration Policy applicable to the SB and
committee members has been benchmarked and reviewed in 2024 and
remains unchanged.
The SB remuneration envelope remains at €1.6 Mn, as approved at the
2024 General Meeting.
Compensation Fixed compensation Variable compensation
Total
Supervisory Board
Chairman €350,000 €350,000
Member €25,000 up to €50,000 up to €75,000
Additional compensation
Supervisory Board Vice-Chair €18,000 €18,000
Committees
Chair €20,000 €20,000
Member
€6,000 up to €12,000
up to €18,000
Out-of-country indemnity
Intra-continental €1,500 per event
Intercontinental €6,000 per event
Ad hoc meetings and additional special tasks
In-person meeting €1,500 per meeting
Video conference
€1,000 per video
conference
Share ownership requirement
All Supervisory Board members
100% of compensation
(1)
(1) All SB members must hold within 2 years of their nomination a number of URW Stapled Shares at least equal to 1 year of their gross SB remuneration in force (excluding
compensation related to committees and any other additional compensation or expenses). As at December 31, 2024, all SB members comply with this share ownership
requirement, on the basis of the value of the shares at the dates of the share acquisition.
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2.3.2 Corporate officers' remuneration report
This report on the remuneration of the corporate officers will be submitted to the General Meeting to be held on April 29, 2025 (resolution n°12).
The payment of remuneration to the SB members in 2024 is subject to this resolution being approved.
This report also provides all details on resolutions 13 and 14 to be submitted for separate approval. The payment of the STI for 2024 of the CEO
and the other MB members is subject, respectively, to resolutions 6 to 10 being approved.
This remuneration report consists of 2 Sections:
• The information to be disclosed pursuant to Article L. 22-10-9 of the
French Commercial Code (when not included in the 2024 Say-On-
Pay); and
• The 2024 remuneration of the MB and SB members resulting from
the strict implementation of the approved Remuneration Policy;
these remunerations will be subject to a specific binding vote at the
2025 General Meeting.
The GNRC focuses on aligning pay with performance, while ensuring
that the Group continues to attract and retain the talent key to
delivering its strategy. Its primary aim is to reward sustainable
performance aligned with shareholder interests.
In line with the current Remuneration Policy approved by the
shareholders at the 2024 General Meeting, the GNRC considered the
MB members’ performance against the financial and strategic non-
financial performance measures which had been set to reflect the
Group’s priorities for 2024. Separately, performance against each MB
member’s personal objectives was assessed on an individual basis. The
GNRC determined the outcomes of the 2024 STI and the value of the LTI
awards, ensuring that they are appropriately balanced.
The GNRC reviewed the updated Afep-Medef Code and confirms that
the Group’s Remuneration Policy complies with its recommendations.
In line with French regulations, this remuneration report will be
submitted to the 2025 General Meeting for shareholder approval
(1)
.
(1) Further details can be found in the 2025 General Meeting notice.
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2.3.2.1 Information to be disclosed pursuant to Article L. 22-10-9 of the French
Commercial Code
Compliance with the Remuneration Policy in 2024
The implementation of the approved Remuneration Policy is monitored by the SB with the assistance of the GNRC. In 2024, the Remuneration Policy
was fully implemented with no deviation or exception, as summarised in the table below:
CEO
CFO CSIO CCRO CRSO
Variable pay
maxima
respected
Maximum annual 2024 STI payout (% of FI) 150%
Actual annual 2024 STI payout (% of FI) 119.4%
120.2% 119.4% 120.2% 119.4%
Maximum annual 2024 LTI grant (% of FI) 150%
LTI 2024 grant value (% of FI) 150%
150% 150% 150% 150%
Principles
respected
Actual 2024 STI calculated according to KPIs presented
at 2024 General Meeting
Yes
LTI vesting in 2024 calculated according to vesting
formula
Yes
LTI 2024 performance criteria in line with approved
Remuneration Policy
Yes
FI unchanged since start of each MB member’s term Yes
SCS 2024 paid according to defined formula Yes
Benefits 2024 paid in line with benefit policies Yes
No commitment to welcome payment or post-mandate
payment taken
Yes
No exceptional remuneration Yes
MB member shareholding requirement met
(1)
Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
(1) The requirement is tested on December 31, 2024, with the latest available closing share price at that date. See MB members' Stapled Share ownership in Section 2.3.3.3. The
Stapled Shares retention obligation applies until the shareholding requirement is met.
Exceptional events
In accordance with Article L. 22-10-9 of the French Commercial Code,
the SB confirms that the following events happened in 2024:
Application of Clawback/Malus No
New MB member No
Change in MB members’
responsibilities
No
Anticipated revision of the MB member
remuneration
No
Gender equity among the Supervisory Board
The current composition of the SB reflects the Group commitment to
promote gender parity. Its 60% female/40% male ratio complies with
the 40% requirement set by Article L. 22-10-3 of the French
Commercial Code. The provisions of Article L. 225-45 (2°) of the French
Commercial Code have therefore not been applied.
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Shareholder engagement
The SB is committed to active shareholder engagement. Extensive and
proactive consultation with shareholders on the Remuneration Policy
has been a long-standing practice.
Any evolution of the MB or SB Remuneration Policy is subject to
extensive consultation with shareholders and proxy advisors. Each year,
during the run-up to the AGM, several meetings are conducted with our
main shareholders and various proxy advisors to present the evolutions
of the governance, the remuneration policies, and an update on our
sustainability initiatives.
At the 2024 General Meeting, the ex-ante vote on the CEO
Remuneration Policy was approved by 94.9% of shareholder votes
(94.9% for the other MB members).
Remuneration ratios and performance evolution
The table below sets out the 5-year history of the ratio between the total
remuneration paid or granted to each MB member
(1)
and that of the
remuneration of French employees.
Due to the very limited headcount of URW SE, calculations have been
made over the employees of the fully owned entities having French
employees within the URW Group, for a total of 422 employees on
December 31, 2024, on a like-for-like basis
(2)
. This allows for a set of
ratios statistically relevant and able to reflect the link between the MB
members and the employees under their direct management.
These ratios are calculated based on the Afep-Medef recommended
methodology.
2020 2021 2022 2023
2024
CEO
Total remuneration paid or granted €4,077,112 €2,230,778 €3,546,884 €3,886,311 €4,003,670
Multiple of average remuneration 38.9 24.9 33.0 35.2 41.5
Multiple of median remuneration 59.5 37.1 47.5 46.9 53.8
CSIO
(3)
Total remuneration paid or granted n/a
(4)
€1,113,290 €2,240,293 €2,534,502 €2,471,294
Multiple of average remuneration n/a
(4)
11.7 20.9 22.9 25.6
Multiple of median remuneration n/a
(4)
17.4 30.0 30.6 33.2
CFO
Total remuneration paid or granted €2,293,339 €1,568,021 €2,576,422 €2,810,041 €2,904,288
Multiple of average remuneration 21.9 16.5 24.0 25.4 30.1
Multiple of median remuneration 33.5 24.5 34.5 33.9 39.0
CRSO
(5)
Total remuneration paid or granted n/a
(4)
€1,113,448 €1,698,817 €1,755,978 €1,933,455
Multiple of average remuneration n/a
(4)
11.7 15.8 15.9 20.1
Multiple of median remuneration n/a
(4)
17.4 22.7 21.2 26.0
CCRO
(3)
Total remuneration paid or granted n/a
(4)
€556,557 €1,512,034 €1,921,658 €2,045,953
Multiple of average remuneration n/a
(4)
5.8 14.1 17.4 21.2
Multiple of median remuneration n/a
(4)
8.7 20.2 23.2 27.5
Company remuneration
Average €104,867 €95,151 €107,339 €110,514 €96,367
Median €68,484 €63,980 €74,674 €82,907 €74,465
URW performance
(€ Mn)
Net Rental Income €1,790 €1,724 €2,226 €2,210 €2,314
Adjusted Recurring Earnings €1,009 €957 €1,291 €1,337 €1,373
(1) The pay ratios above are calculated based on the compensation paid and granted in 2024. The compensation items taken into account for the MB members are the FI paid in
2024 (by MB role, see note 3 below), the STI related to 2023 performance and paid in 2024, the LTI granted in 2024 and the various benefits in kind received in 2024 and
disclosed in the Say-On Pay tables (e.g. company car). In accordance with the Afep-Medef recommendation, the SCS duly disclosed in the Say-On-Pay tables is not taken into
account for the calculation of the pay ratios above as it represents a post-mandate benefit. The LTIs granted in 2024 (SO and PS) are valued based on the IFRS 2
methodology.
(2) Total remuneration of all French fully owned entities of URW Group (i.e. excludes employees working for JVs). For comparability year after year, out of the total employees of
fully owned entities, excluded are expatriates, suspended contracts, apprentices and employees not "like-for-like" (less than 2 years of service). A total of 422 French
employees (as of December 31, 2024) were therefore included in this analysis. The inclusion of all URW employees internationally was considered but rejected to keep
comparing remunerations on a like-for-like basis and to avoid exchange rate and changes in perimeter effects. The ratios would have been lower given the higher average
compensations levels in several countries, including the UK and the US.
(3) The combined remunerations of Olivier Bossard, as former CIO, and Vincent Rouget are considered for the CSIO role, and the combined remunerations of Caroline
Puechoultres, as former CRO, and Anne-Sophie Sancerre are considered for the CCRO role.
(4) There was no MB member with this function during this period, therefore no pay ratio is calculated.
(5) The 2022 figure is the total remuneration paid or granted to the CRSO in that year (i.e. including the STI paid to Astrid Panosyan in 2022 as former CRO until December 31,
2021). The total remuneration actually paid or granted to Sylvain Montcouquiol in 2022 amounts to €955,086.
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2.3.2.2 Corporate officers remuneration
in 2024
The following remuneration elements paid or granted in 2024 are
submitted for approval to the shareholders through a binding vote.
Management Board remuneration
The following remuneration elements, paid during, or granted for, 2024
to the CEO and the other MB members, are submitted for approval to
the shareholders through a binding vote. These remuneration elements
include those paid by URW SE and all its affiliates. The payment of the
STI of the MB members will be conditioned to shareholder approval at
the 2025 General Meeting (resolutions 6 to 10).
2024 Performance overview
A summary of the performance assessment of each of the quantitative STI components applicable to all MB members is presented in the table below:
Performance measure
Weight
Description
Threshold
(37.5%
payout,
zero below)
Target
(100%
payout)
Stretch
(125%
payout,
capped
above) 2024 achieved
2024
Score
Comments
AREPS AREPS 30%
Adjusted Recurring Earnings
per Share
€9.65 €9.75 €9.80 €9.85 125%
Financial
Net debt 10% Net debt/EBITDA 9.30 x 9.00 x 8.88 x 8.70 x 125%
Disposals 10%
GNRC judgement on the
amount and quality of 2024
disposals
€987.1 Mn €1,553.7 Mn 125%
Gross admin
costs
25%
Gross administrative costs
(excluding restructuring
costs)
€456 Mn €441 Mn €436 Mn €438.2 Mn 113.9%
ESG
Gender parity
improvement
5%
% of women among new
entrants in the population of
senior executives
(recruitments and
promotions)
40% 50% 60% 55.6% 113.9%
10 women out of 18
executive promotions or
hires (2/4 hires, 8/14
promotions)
GHG
emissions
5%
GHG emissions on scopes
1&2 (tCO2e)
32,302 29,365 26,429 23,493
125%
TOTAL 85% 121.1%
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Element
Description
Amounts
Annual fixed income paid
in respect of 2024
MB members’ FI is set for the duration of their mandate. €1,000,000
Short-term incentive
paid in 2025 in respect of
2024 (subject to
shareholder vote)
Performance measure Weight Description of key achievements Achievement
Financial and ESG 85% Please refer to the table above 121.1% €1,235,220
Qualitative 15% See below 110.0% €198,000
Total 100% 119.4% €1,433,220
Total adjusted 100% After 20% reduction (see details above) 95.6% €1,146,576
Target
STI:
120% of
FI€1,200,00
0
Previous STI (paid in 2024 in respect of 2023): €1,372,049
Key qualitative
achievements
Overall score: 110.0%
Preparation for next
growth chapter
Various strategic scenarios examined, leading to the decision not to deleverage in the US,
providing clear direction for the future. Long-term strategic growth plan defined, including
amplification of the Westfield brand and growth of the Westfield Rise media agency.
Stakeholder
relations
Built credibility in stakeholder relations through consistent excellence in operations,
deleveraging , and Better Places. Maintained trust in the context of the Hamburg project
delays through a transparent, accountable, and open approach. Long-standing partnerships
with retailers ensured commitment despite delays.
Leadership and
culture change
Delivered sustained operating performance and significantly improved efficiency levels.
Accelerated organisational transformation towards a regional model, and upgrades to IT
systems. Brought back a strong in-person performance culture based on collaboration and
agility.
Long-term incentives
granted in 2024
The LTI policy provides for a grant value between 100% and 150% of FI.
For 2024, the SB, upon GNRC recommendation, decided that the grant size would be 150% of FI.
€1,499,981
Instrument Vesting period Total duration # units granted
(1)
% of total grant IFRS value
Performance Shares 3 years 40,938
7.85%
(vs. max. 10%)
€1,219,507
Performance
Stock Options
3 years 8 years 40,938
€280,474
(1) The number of SO and PS was adjusted by 3% following the equity reserve distribution on May 16, 2024.
Supplementary
contribution scheme
paid in 2024
MB members benefit from the SCS, an annual contribution paid into a blocked savings account, available at the end
of their last mandate as MB member of URW SE. The CEO amount is defined as:
• A fixed amount of €90,000 plus 10% of the FI
• A variable amount of 10% of the STI paid in respect of the previous year
€327,209
Life/health insurance
The CEO benefits from an international health insurance policy. Not material
Benefits in kind
The CEO benefits from a company car and an International Assignment Extra-Compensation. €131,173
0.34
0.33
1.50
1.50
1.50
1.15
1.00
1.00
1.00
0.34
Max.
Min.
Achieved
in 2024
0.13
0.19
0.13
0.13
FI STI LTI SCS Other benefits
24%
FI
8% SCS
28%
STI
37%
LTI
3% Other benefits
64%
PERFORMANCE-
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Mr Fabrice Mouchel, Chief Financial Officer
Element Description
Amounts
Annual fixed income
paid in respect of 2024
MB members’ FI is set for the duration of their mandate. €750,000
Short-term incentive
paid in 2025 in respect of
2024 (subject to
shareholder vote)
Performance measure Weight Description of key achievements Achievement
Financial and ESG 85% Please refer to the table above 121.1% €926,415
Qualitative 15% See below 115.0% €155,250
Total 100% 120.2% €1,081,665
Total adjusted
100% After 20% reduction (see details above)
96.2% €865,332
Target STI: 120% of
FI€900,000
Previous STI (paid in 2024 in respect of 2023):
€1 ,024,537
Key qualitative achievements
Overall score: 115.0%
Financing and
liquidity
At year end, liquidity reached €14.0 Bn thanks to active and optimized financing, including
green bond issuances, favorable mortgage refinancings, and a sustainable credit facility
agreement. The Group's rating remains unchanged, with substantial savings achieved
through cash placements and loan renegotiations.
Performance
management
Enhanced efficiency with KPIs, streamlined templates and processes, and reinforced senior
management. Real-time tracking and better insights achieved through new dashboards and
improved expense reviews.
Finance
transformation
New finance ERP delivered on budget and schedule in Southern Europe, with significant
admin cost reductions. Finance organisation delayered; shared services strategy initiated.
Long-term incentives
granted in 2024
The LTI policy provides for a grant value between 100% and 150% of FI.
For 2024, the SB, upon GNRC recommendation, decided that the grant size would be 150% of FI.
€1,124,995
Instrument Vesting period Total duration # units granted
(1)
% of total grant IFRS value
Performance Shares 3 years 29,809
5.71%
(vs. max. 8%)
€914,638
Performance
Stock Options
3 years 8 years 29,809
€210,357
(1) The number of SO and PS was adjusted by 3% following the equity reserve distribution on May 16, 2024.
Supplementary
contribution scheme
paid in 2024
MB members benefit from the SCS, an annual contribution paid into a blocked savings account, available at the end
of their last mandate as MB member of URW SE. The CFO amount is defined as:
• A fixed amount of €45,000 plus 10% of the FI
• A variable amount of 10% of the STI paid in respect of the previous year
€222,454
Life/health insurance The CFO benefits from an international health insurance policy. Not material
Benefits in kind The CFO benefits from a company car. €4,756
0.28
0.02
1.13
1.12
1.13
0.87
0.75
0.75
0.75
Max.
Min.
Achieved
in 2024
0.17
0.22
FI STI LTI SCS Other benefits
25%
FI
8% SCS
29%
STI
38%
LTI
67%
PERFORMANCE-
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Element Description
Amounts
Annual fixed income
paid in respect of 2024
MB members’ FI is set for the duration of their mandate. €500,000
Short-term incentive
paid in 2025 in respect of
2024 (subject to
shareholder vote)
Performance measure Weight Description of key achievements Achievement
Financial and ESG 85% Please refer to the table above 121.1% €617,610
Qualitative 15% See below 110.0% €99,000
Total 100% 119.4% €716,610
Total adjusted
100% After 20% reduction (see details above)
95.6% €573,288
Target STI: 120% of
FI€600,000
Previous STI (paid in 2024 in respect of 2023):
€677,024
Key qualitative achievements
Overall score: 110.0%
Sustainability
Strategy
2024 Better Places targets outperformed. URW recognised as a global leader in
sustainability, featuring prominently in major ESG indices and receiving various awards.
Sustainable Retail Index coverage objectives met. Local community engagement targets
achieved, with improved employee involvement.
Corporate Culture New employer brand launched. Office culture promoted with a flexible in-office policy,
supported managers to boost creativity and innovation. Progress in senior management
positions held by women: 44.2% in 2024.
Company
Transformation
€50Mn in admin costs savings achieved, improving efficiency primarily through
organizational streamlining. Key initiatives included merging country management teams,
appointing new leaders, and implementing a balanced regional structure supported by
employees, leading to additional savings.
Long-term incentives
granted in 2024
The LTI policy provides for a grant value between 100% and 150% of FI.
For 2024, the SB, upon GNRC recommendation, decided that the grant size would be 150% of FI.
€750,009
Instrument Vesting period Total duration # units granted
(1)
% of total grant IFRS value
Performance Shares 3 years 19,873
3.81%(vs. max. 8%)
€609,769
Performance
Stock Options
3 years 8 years 19,873
€140,241
(1)The number of SO and PS was adjusted by 3% following the equity reserve distribution on May 16, 2024.
Supplementary
contribution scheme
paid in 2024
MB members benefit from the SCS, an annual contribution paid into a blocked savings account, available at the end
of their last mandate as MB member of URW SE. The CRSO amount is defined as:
• a fixed amount of €45,000 plus 10% of the FI
• a variable amount of 10% of the STI paid in respect of the previous year
€162,702
Life/health insurance The CRSO benefits from a health insurance policy. Not material
Benefits in kind The CRSO benefits from a company car. €6,422
0.01
0.01
0.22
0.16
0.75
0.75
0.01
0.75
0.57
0.50
0.50
0.50
Max.
Min.
Achieved
in 2024
0.14
0.01
0.01
FI STI LTI SCS Other benefits
0.01
66%
PERFORMANCE-
BASED
25%
FI
8% SCS
29%
STI
38%
LTI
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Ms Anne-Sophie Sancerre, Chief Customer and Retail Officer
Charts comparing the MB members’ package structure to the minimum and maximum payable will be presented for a full year tenure.
Element Description
Amounts
Annual fixed income
paid in respect of 2024
MB members’ FI is set for the duration of their mandate. €600,000
Short-term incentive
paid in 2025 in respect of
2024 (subject to
shareholder vote)
Performance measure Weight Description of key achievements Achievement
Financial and ESG 85% Please refer to the table above 121.1% €741,132
Qualitative 15% See below 115.0% €124,200
Total 100% 120.2% €865,332
Total adjusted
100% After 20% reduction (see details above)
96.2% €692,266
Target STI: 120% of
FI €720,000
Previous STI (paid in 2024 in respect of 2023):
€541,620
Key qualitative achievements
Overall score: 115.0%
Retail Media
Business
Westfield Rise revenues increased through media contracts, AI data systems, strategic
partnerships, and digital channels. 14 European assets 'Better Places' certified, Sustainable
Retail Index audit launched, customer journey standards strengthened.
Digital Significant increase in user engagement with new digital platform, resulting in substantial
growth in website sessions, app users, and CRM contacts. Operational Excellence Platform
introduced, focusing on best practices, data collection/reporting, and certifications to
improve operational efficiency.
Business Model Customer journey and retail partnerships enhanced through content curation, digitalization,
and strategic events, delivering increased brand awareness and customer engagement.
Transition from asset management to content creation, driving new revenue streams and
improving operational efficiency .
Long-term incentives
granted in 2024
The LTI policy provides for a grant value between 100% and 150% of FI.
For 2024, the SB, upon GNRC recommendation, decided that the grant size would be 150% of FI.
€899,989
Instrument Vesting period Total duration # units granted
(1)
% of total grant IFRS value
Performance Shares 3 years 23,847
4.57%(vs. max. 8%))
€731,704
Performance
Stock Options
3 years 8 years 23,847
€168,284
(1)The number of SO and PS was adjusted by3% following the equity reserve distribution on May 16, 2024
Supplementary
contribution scheme
paid in 2024
MB members benefit from the SCS, an annual contribution paid into a blocked savings account, available at the end
of their last mandate as MB member of URW SE. The CCRO amount is defined as:
• A fixed amount of€45,000 plus 10% of the FI; and
• A variable amount of 10% of the STI paid in respect of the previous year.
€159,162
Life/health insurance The CCRO benefits from a health insurance policy. not material
Benefits in kind The CCRO benefits from a company car. €4,344
0.240.90
0.90
0.90
0.69
0.60
0.60
0.60
Max.
Min.
Achieved
in 2024
0.15
0.16
FI STI LTI SCS Other benefits
26%
FI
7% SCS
29%
STI
38%
LTI
68%
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Charts comparing the MB members’ package structure to the minimum and maximum payable will be presented for a full year tenure.
Element Description
Amounts
Annual fixed income
paid in respect of 2024
MB members' Fixed Income is set for the duration of their mandate.
€750,000
Short-term incentive
paid in 2025 in respect of
2024 (subject to
shareholder vote)
Performance measure Weight Description of key achievements Achievement
Financial and ESG 85% Please refer to the table above 121.1% €926,415
Qualitative 15% See below 110.0% €148,500
Total 100% 119.4% €1,074,915
Total adjusted
100% After 20% reduction (see details above)
95.6% €859,932
Target STI: 120% of
FI€900,000
Previous STI (paid in 2024 in respect of 2023):
€592,396
Key qualitative
achievements
Overall score: 110.0%
Deleveraging Disposal objective outperformed, thanks to innovative deals such as assets for shares, and
challenging disposals deals achieved.
Preparation for
future growth
Foundation for capital allocation discipline and capital-light growth established. Ongoing
discussions for strategic, innovative deals, backed by strong relationships with asset
management partners.
Refocusing on core
business
Strong activity around non-core assets or businesses disposals, postponed to 2025 for
strategic or financial reasons.
Long-term incentives
granted in 2024
The LTI policy provides for a grant value between 100% and 150% of FI.
For 2024, the SB, upon GNRC recommendation, decided that the grant size would be 150% of FI.
€1,124,995
Instrument Vesting period Total duration # units granted
(1)
% of total grant IFRS value
Performance Shares 3 years 29,809
5.71%
(vs. max. 8%)
€914,638
Performance Stock
Options
3 years 8 years 29,809
€210,357
(1) The number of SO and PS was adjusted by 3% following the equity reserve distribution on May 16, 2024.
Supplementary
contribution scheme
paid in 2024
MB members benefit from the SCS, an annual contribution paid into a blocked savings account, available at the end
of their last mandate as MB member of URW SE. The CSIO amount is defined as:
• A fixed amount of€45,000 plus 10% of the FI; and
• A variable amount of 10% of the STI paid in respect of the previous year.
€179,240
Life/health insurance The CSIO benefits from a health insurance policy. not material
Benefits in kind The CSIO benefits from a company car. €3,903
0.281.13
1.12
1.13
0.86
0.75
0.75
0.75
Max.
Min.
Achieved
in 2024
0.17
0.18
FI STI LTI SCS Other benefits
26%
FI
6% SCS
29%
STI
39%
LTI
68%
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The following remuneration elements, paid during or granted for financial year 2024 to the SB Chairman, are submitted to the approval of the
shareholders (resolution 11).
Mr Jacques Richier, Chairman of the Supervisory Board (since 11 May 2023)
2023
2024
Supervisory Board Chairman remuneration (inclusive of committee membership and
attendance-based compensation)
€237,005 €374,500
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2.3.3 Supplementary information
2.3.3.1 Evolution of the Management Board remuneration
Pursuant to the AMF recommendations and the Afep-Medef Code
concerning the remuneration of executive officers of listed companies,
the tables hereinafter present:
• The gross remuneration received in respect of the financial years
2020 through to 2024, i.e. including the STI due in respect of financial
year N and paid in year N+1 after the publication of the results of
financial year N (table 1) and the shareholder vote; and
• The gross remuneration paid during 2023 and 2024 respectively and
including the STI that was paid in year N due in respect of the previous
year (Table 2).
Considering that all the MB members were appointed in 2023 or 2024,
the tables below include the remuneration paid to the executive officers
for their current responsibilities.
FI, STI, LTI and other benefits allocated to Management Board members in respect of the referred years
(table 1 of AMF/Afep-Medef recommendations)
Including the STI due in respect of financial year N and paid in year N+1, after publication of the results of financial year N.
Mr Jean-Marie Tritant
Chief Executive Officer and Chairman of the MB since January 1, 2021
Year 2020 Year 2021 Year 2022 Year 2023 Year 2024
Fixed income n/a €1,000,000 €1,000,000 €1,000,000 €1,000,000
Short-term incentive
(1)
n/a €1,282,470 €1,256,238 €1,372,000 €1,146,576
Pension n/a €190,000 €318,247 €315,624 €327,209
Other benefits n/a €47,881 €114,402 €130,090 €131,689
Remuneration due in respect of the financial year n/a €2,520,351 €2,688,887 €2,817,713 €2,605,474
Evolution year N vs. year N-1 (in %) n/a n/a 6.69% 4.80% (7.53%)
Annual SO IFRS valuation allocated during the financial year
(2)
n/a €135,984 €79,890 €280,550 €280,474
Evolution year N vs. year N-1 (in %) n/a n/a -41.3% 251.2% 0.0%
Annual PS IFRS valuation allocated during the financial year
(2)
n/a €563,995 €1,070,122 €1,219,433 €1,219,507
Evolution year N vs. year N-1 (in %) n/a n/a 89.7% 14.0% 0.0%
Total n/a €3,220,330 €3,838,899 €4,317,696 €4,105,455
Evolution year N vs. year N-1 (in %)
n/a n/a 19.2% 12.5% (4.92%)
(1) STI indicated in column “Year N” is STI due in respect of year N and paid year N+1, and for the year 2024, payable subject to shareholder vote at the AGM 2025.
(2) The value corresponds to the value of the SO and PS at the time they were allocated according to IFRS 2 requirements (based on the evaluation conducted by Willis Towers
Watson (“WTW”)), notably after taking into account any discount related to performance criteria and the probability of presence in the Group after the vesting period, but
before taking into account the effect of the spread of the charge during the vesting period according to IFRS 2.
Mr Fabrice Mouchel
Chief Finance Officer and MB member since January 5, 2021
Year 2020 Year 2021 Year 2022 Year 2023 Year 2024
Fixed income n/a €744,048 €750,000 €750,000 €750,000
Short-term incentive
(1)
n/a €956,228 €928,678 €1,024,537 €865,332
Pension n/a €119,405 €215,623 €212,868 €222,454
Other benefits n/a €6,467 €7,673 €6,389 €4,756
Remuneration due in respect of the financial year n/a €1,826,148 €1,901,973 €1,993,794 €1,842,542
Evolution year N vs. year N-1 (in %) n/a n/a 4.15% 4.83% (7.59%)
Annual SO IFRS valuation allocated during the financial year
(2)
n/a €101,988 €59,918 €210,412 €210,357
Evolution year N vs. year N-1 (in %) n/a n/a -41.2% 251.2% 0.0%
Annual PS IFRS valuation allocated during the financial year
(2)
n/a €423,005 €802,603 €914,562 €914,638
Evolution year N vs. year N-1 (in %) n/a n/a 89.7% 13.9% 0.0%
Total n/a €2,351,141 €2,764,494 €3,118,768 €2,967,537
Evolution year N vs. year N-1 (in %)
n/a n/a 17.6% 12.8% (4.85%)
(1) STI indicated in column “Year N” is STI due in respect of year N and paid year N+1, and for the year 2024, payable subject to shareholder vote at the AGM 2025.
(2) The value corresponds to the value of the SO and PS at the time they were allocated according to IFRS 2 requirements (based on the evaluation conducted by WTW), notably
after taking into account any discount related to performance criteria and the probability of presence in the Group after the vesting period, but before taking into account the
effect of the spread of the charge during the vesting period according to IFRS 2.
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Chief Resources and Sustainability Officer and MB Member since January 1, 2022
Year 2020 Year 2021 Year 2022 Year 2023 Year 2024
Fixed income n/a n/a €400,000 €500,000 €500,000
Short-term incentive
(1)
n/a n/a €497,695 €677,024 €573,288
Pension n/a n/a €85,000 €144,770 €162,702
Other benefits n/a n/a €10,081 €8,291 €6,422
Remuneration due in respect of the financial year n/a n/a €992,776 €1,330,085 €1,242,412
Evolution year N vs. year N-1 (in %) n/a n/a n/a 34.0% (6,59%)
Annual SO IFRS valuation allocated during the financial year
(2)
n/a n/a €31,956 €140,275 €140,241
Evolution year N vs. year N-1 (in %) n/a n/a n/a 339.0% 0.0%
Annual PS IFRS valuation allocated during the financial year
(2)
n/a n/a €428,049 €609,717 €609,769
Evolution year N vs. year N-1 (in %) n/a n/a n/a 42.4% 0.0%
Total n/a n/a €1,452,781 €2,080,077 €1,992,422
Evolution year N vs. year N-1 (in %)
n/a n/a n/a 43.2% (4,21%)
(1) STI indicated in column “Year N” is STI due in respect of year N and paid year N+1, and for the year 2024, payable subject to a shareholder vote at the AGM 2025.
(2) The value corresponds to the value of the SO and PS at the time they were allocated according to IFRS 2 requirements (based on the evaluation conducted by WTW), notably
after taking into account any discount related to performance criteria and the probability of presence in the Group after the vesting period, but before taking into account the
effect of the spread of the charge during the vesting period according to IFRS 2.
Mr Vincent Rouget
Chief Strategy and Investment Officer and MB member since June 1, 2023
Year 2020 Year 2021 Year 2022 Year 2023 Year 2024
Fixed income n/a n/a n/a €437,500 €750,000
Short-term incentive
(1)
n/a n/a n/a €592,396 €859,932
Pension n/a n/a n/a €70,000 €179,240
Other benefits n/a n/a n/a €3,521 €3,903
Remuneration due in respect of the financial year n/a n/a n/a €1,103,417 €1,793,075
Evolution year N vs. year N-1 (in %) n/a n/a n/a n/a 62.5%
Annual SO IFRS valuation allocated during the financial year
(2)
n/a n/a n/a n/a €210,357
Evolution year N vs. year N-1 (in %) n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a
Annual PS IFRS valuation allocated during the financial year
(2)
n/a n/a n/a n/a €914,638
Evolution year N vs. year N-1 (in %) n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a
Total n/a n/a n/a €1,103,417 €2,918,070
Evolution year N vs. year N-1 (in %)
n/a n/a n/a n/a 164.5%
(1) STI indicated in column “Year N” is STI due in respect of year N and paid year N+1, and for the year 2024, payable subject to shareholder vote at the AGM 2025.
(2) The value corresponds to the value of the SO and PS at the time they were allocated according to IFRS 2 requirements (based on the evaluation conducted by WTW), notably
after taking into account any discount related to performance criteria and the probability of presence in the Group after the vesting period, but before taking into account the
effect of the spread of the charge during the vesting period according to IFRS 2.
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Chief Customer and Retail Officer and MB member since May 2, 2023
Year 2020 Year 2021 Year 2022 Year 2023 Year 2024
Fixed income n/a n/a n/a €400,000 €600,000
Short-term incentive
(1)
n/a n/a n/a €541,620 €692,266
Pension n/a n/a n/a €69,620 €159,162
Other benefits n/a n/a n/a €4,495 €4,344
Remuneration due in respect of the financial year n/a n/a n/a €1,015,735 €1,455,771
Evolution year N vs. year N-1 (in %) n/a n/a n/a n/a 43.3%
Annual SO IFRS valuation allocated during the financial year
(2)
n/a n/a n/a n/a €168,284
Evolution year N vs. year N-1 (in %) n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a
Annual PS IFRS valuation allocated during the financial year
(2)
n/a n/a n/a n/a €731,704
Evolution year N vs. year N-1 (in %) n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a
Total n/a n/a n/a €1,015,735 €2,355,760
Evolution year N vs. year N-1 (in %)
n/a n/a n/a n/a 131.9%
(1) STI indicated in column “Year N” is STI due in respect of year N and paid year N+1, and for the year 2024, payable subject to shareholder vote at the AGM 2025.
(2) The value corresponds to the value of the SO and PS at the time they were allocated according to IFRS 2 requirements (based on the evaluation conducted by WTW), notably
after taking into account any discount related to performance criteria and the probability of presence in the Group after the vesting period, but before taking into account the
effect of the spread of the charge during the vesting period according to IFRS 2.
Details of the remuneration paid in 2023 and 2024 (table 2 of AMF/Afep-Medef recommendations)
Including the STI paid during financial year N but which was due for the previous financial year.
Mr Jean-Marie Tritant
Chief Executive Officer and Chairman of the MB since January 1, 2021
Financial year 2023
Financial year 2024
Amounts granted Amounts paid
Amounts
granted
Amounts
paid
Fixed income €1,000,000 €1,000,000 €1,000,000 €1,000,000
Short-term incentive
(1)
€1,372,000 €1,256,238 €1,146,576 €1,372,000
Supplementary contribution scheme (pension) €315,624 €315,624 €327,209 €327,209
Other benefits €130,090 €130,090 €131,689 €131,689
Remuneration due in respect of the financial year €2,817,514 €2,701,952 €2,605,474 €2,830,898
Annual SO IFRS valuation allocated during the financial year
(2)
€280,550 €280,550 €280,474 €280,474
Annual PS IFRS valuation allocated during the financial year
(2)
€1,219,433 €1,219,433 €1,219,507 €1,219,507
Total
€4,317,697 €4,201,935 €4,105,455 €4,330,879
(1) STI indicated in column “Year N” is STI due in respect of year N and paid year N+1.
(2) The value corresponds to the value of the SO and PS at the time they were allocated according to IFRS 2 requirements (based on the evaluation conducted by WTW), notably
after taking into account any discount related to performance criteria and the probability of presence in the Group after the vesting period, but before taking into account the
effect of the spread of the charge during the vesting period according to IFRS 2.
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Mr Fabrice Mouchel
Chief Finance Officer and MB member since January 5, 2021
Financial year 2023
Financial year 2024
Amounts granted Amounts paid
Amounts
granted
Amounts
paid
Fixed income €750,000 €750,000 €750,000 €750,000
Short-term incentive
(1)
€1,024,537 €928,678 €865,332 €1,024,537
Supplementary contribution scheme (pension) €212,868 €212,868 €222,453 €222,453
Other benefits €6,389 €6,389 €4,756 €4,756
Remuneration due in respect of the financial year €1,993,794 €1,897,935 €1,842,541 €2,001,746
Annual SO IFRS valuation allocated during the financial year
(2)
€210,412 €210,412 €210,357 €210,357
Annual PS IFRS valuation allocated during the financial year
(2)
€914,562 €914,562 €914,638 €914,638
Total
€3,118,768 €3,022,909 €2,967,536 €3,126,741
(1) STI indicated in column “Year N” is STI due in respect of year N and paid year N+1.
(2) The value corresponds to the value of the SO and PS at the time they were allocated according to IFRS 2 requirements (based on the evaluation conducted by WTW), notably
after taking into account any discount related to performance criteria and the probability of presence in the Group after the vesting period, but before taking into account the
effect of the spread of the charge during the vesting period according to IFRS 2.
Mr Sylvain Montcouquiol
Chief Resources & Sustainability Officer and MB Member since January 2, 2022
Financial year 2023
Financial year 2024
Amounts granted Amounts paid
Amounts
granted
Amounts
paid
Fixed income €500,000 €500,000 €500,000 €500,000
Short-term incentive
(1)
€677,024 €497,695 €573,288 €677,024
Supplementary contribution scheme (pension) €144,770 €144,770 €162,702 €162,702
Other benefits €8,291 €8,291 €6,422 €6,422
Remuneration due in respect of the financial year €1,330,085 €1,150,756 €1,242,412 €1,346,148
Annual SO IFRS valuation allocated during the financial year
(2)
€140,275 €140,275 €140,241 €140,241
Annual PS IFRS valuation allocated during the financial year
(2)
€609,717 €609,717 €609,769 €609,769
Total
€2,080,077 €1,900,748 €1,992,422 €2,096,157
(1) STI indicated in column “Year N” is STI due in respect of year N and paid year N+1.
(2) The value corresponds to the value of the SO and PS at the time they were allocated according to IFRS 2 requirements (based on the evaluation conducted by WTW), notably
after taking into account any discount related to performance criteria and the probability of presence in the Group after the vesting period, but before taking into account the
effect of the spread of the charge during the vesting period according to IFRS 2.
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Mr Vincent Rouget Chief Strategy and Investment Officer and MB member since June 1,
2023
Financial year 2023
Financial year 2024
Amounts
granted
Amounts
paid
Amounts
granted
Amounts
paid
Fixed income €437,500 €437,500 €750,000 €750,000
Short-term incentive
(1)
€592,396 n/a €859,932 €592,396
Supplementary contribution scheme (pension) €70,000 €70,000 €179,240 €179,240
Other benefits €3,251 €3,251 €3,903 €3,903
Remuneration due in respect of the financial year €1,103,147 €510,751 €1,793,075 €1,525,539
Annual SO IFRS valuation allocated during the financial year
(2)
n/a n/a €210,357 €210,357
Annual PS IFRS valuation allocated during the financial year
(2)
n/a n/a €914,638 €914,638
Total
€1,103,147 €510,751 €2,918,070 €2,650,534
(1) STI indicated in column “Year N” is STI due in respect of year N and paid year N+1.
(2) The value corresponds to the value of the SO and PS at the time they were allocated according to IFRS 2 requirements (based on the evaluation conducted by WTW), notably
after taking into account any discount related to performance criteria and the probability of presence in the Group after the vesting period, but before taking into account the
effect of the spread of the charge during the vesting period according to IFRS 2.
Ms Anne-Sophie Sancerre
Chief Customer and Retail Officer and MB member since May 2, 2023
Financial year 2023
Financial year 2024
Amounts
granted
Amounts
paid
Amounts
granted
Amounts
paid
Fixed income €400,000 €400,000 €600,000 €600,000
Short-term incentive
(1)
€541,620 n/a €692,266 €541,620
Supplementary contribution scheme (pension) €69,620 €69,620 €159,162 €159,162
Other benefits €4,495 €4,495 €4,344 €4,344
Remuneration due in respect of the financial year €1,015,735 €474,115 €1,455,772 €1,305,126
Annual SO IFRS valuation allocated during the financial year
(2)
n/a n/a €168,284 €168,284
Annual PS IFRS valuation allocated during the financial year
(2)
n/a n/a €731,704 €731,704
Total
€1,015,735 €474,115 €2,355,760 €2,205,115
(1) STI indicated in column “Year N” is STI due in respect of year N and paid year N+1.
(2) The value corresponds to the value of the SO and PS at the time they were allocated according to IFRS 2 requirements (based on the evaluation conducted by WTW), notably
after taking into account any discount related to performance criteria and the probability of presence in the Group after the vesting period, but before taking into account the
effect of the spread of the charge during the vesting period according to IFRS 2.
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Performance Stock Options
Performance Stock Options granted during financial years 2020 to 2024
(table 4 of AMF/Afep-Medef recommendations)
The detail of the plans in force applicable to employees and MB members is presented in Section 2.3.4.
On March 7, 2024, the SB, upon the recommendation of the GNRC, granted to Group employees and MB members a total of 521,758 SO, representing
0.59% of the fully diluted share capital on December 31, 2024, of which 40,938 (7.85% of the total granted) to the CEO, 30,704 (5.88%) to the CFO,
30,704 (5.88%) to the CSIO, 24,563 (4.71%) to the CCRO and 20,470 (3.92 %) to the CRSO as detailed in the table below.
Pursuant to the equity distribution that took place on May 16, 2024, all outstanding SO were adjusted by 3%, and exercise prices were reduced by 3%,
to reflect the impact of this distribution on potential option gains. The figures in the following tables include these adjustments.
Date of grant
SO Plan 2020 SO Plan 2021 SO Plan 2022 SO Plan 2023
SO Plan 2024
March 21, 2020 May 18, 2021 March 8, 2022 March 13, 2023
March 7, 2024
Opening of exercise
period (at the opening of
trading day)
March 22, 2023 May 20, 2024 March 10, 2025 March 13, 2026 March 7, 2027
End of exercise period
(at the end of the
trading day)
March 21, 2028 May 18, 2029 March 8, 2030 March 13, 2031 March 8, 2032
Exercise price per SO €89.34
€67.38 €64.73 €57.26
€67.31
Type of SO Share subscription or purchase stock options subject to performance and presence conditions and with no discount.
Names of
Management Board
members
Number
of SO
granted
Value of
SO granted
Value
variation
vs.
previous
year
Number of
SO granted
Value of SO
granted
Value
variation
vs.
previous
year
Number
of SO
granted
Value of
SO granted
Value
variation
vs.
previous
year
Number of
SO granted
Value of SO
granted
Value
variation
vs.
previous
year
Number
of SO
granted
Value of SO
granted
Value
variation
vs.
previous
year
Jean-Marie
Tritant
CEO
n/a n/a n/a 43,775 €135,984 n/a 72,100 €79,890 (41.3%) 72,100 €280,550 251.2% 40,938 €280,474 (0.0%)
Fabrice
Mouchel
CFO
n/a n/a n/a 32,832 €101,988 n/a 54,075 €59,918 (41.2%) 54,075 €210,412 251.2% 30,704 €210,357 (0.0%)
Sylvain
Montcouquiol
CRSO
n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a 28,840 €31,956 n/a 36,050 €140,275 339.0% 20,470 €140,241 (0.0%)
Vincent Rouget
CSIO
n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a 30,704 €210,357 n/a
Anne-Sophie
Sancerre
CCRO
n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a 24,563 €168,284 n/a
n/a means that the person was not a MB member at the time of the grant.IFRS value presented in this table.
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Performance Stock Options exercised by Management Board members during financial year 2024
(Article L. 225-184 of the French Commercial Code)(table 5 of AMF/Afep-Medef recommendations)
MB member
Plan
number–Tranch
e year
Number of SO
exercised during
the financial year Date of exercise
Exercise price
per SO
Number of SO
exercised
Overall market
performance of
URW SE
Performance of
the applicable
Reference Index
Achievement of
the performance
condition at the
exercise date
Mr Jean-Marie Tritant
CEO
n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a
Mr Fabrice Mouchel
CFO
n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a
Mr Sylvain Montcouquiol
CRSO
n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a
Mr Vincent Rouget
CSIO
n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a
Ms Anne-Sophie Sancerre
CCRO
n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a
Performance Shares
The detail of the plans in force applicable to employees and MB members is presented in Section 2.3.4.
On March 7, 2024, a total of 521,758 PS and Retention Shares ("RS") were granted to Group employees and MB members of which 40,938 PS (7.85%)
to the CEO, 30,704 (5.88%) to the CFO, 30,704 (5.88%) to the CSIO, 24,563 (4.71%) to the CCRO and 20,470 (3.92%) to the CRSO.
Pursuant to the equity distribution that took place on May 16, 2024, all outstanding PS were adjusted by 3% to reflect the impact of this distribution on
potential gains. The figures in the following tables include these adjustments.
The grant of PS to MB members is presented in detail in tables 6 and 7 in accordance with the recommendations of the Afep-Medef Code.
Details of the Performance Shares granted to each Management Board member during financial year
2024 (Article L. 225-197-4 of the French Commercial Code) (table 6 of AMF/Afep-Medef
recommendations)
Plan PS 2024 (7 March 2024)
MB members
Number of PS
granted (adjusted)
Economic (IFRS) value
of the PS grant
(1)
Share transfer date
(2)
Availability date
(2)
Presence and
performance conditions
Mr Jean-Marie Tritant 40,938 €1,219,507 March 7, 2027 March 7, 2027 Yes
Mr Fabrice Mouchel 30,704 €914,638 March 7, 2027 March 7, 2027 Yes
Mr Sylvain Montcouquiol 20,470 €609,769 March 7, 2027 March 7, 2027 Yes
Mr Vincent Rouget 30,704 €914,638 March 7, 2027 March 7, 2027 Yes
Ms Anne-Sophie Sancerre 24,563 €731,704 March 7, 2027 March 7, 2027 Yes
TOTAL
147,379 €4,390,256
(1) The value is the IFRS value of the PS at the time they were granted, as calculated by WTW, and takes account of the probability of presence in the Group at the end of the
vesting period, but before taking into account the spread of the charge during the vesting period.
(2) The share transfer is subject to the attainment of the performance conditions on the third anniversary of the grant.
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Details of Performance Shares available (vested) during 2024 for Management Board members who were
members at the date of vesting (table 7 of AMF/Afep-Medef recommendations)
MB members PS plan
Number of PS granted
(adjusted)
Achievement of
performance condition
Number of PS vested
during the 2024
financial year
Mr Jean-Marie Tritant
CEO
PS Plan 2021 17,124 55% 9,419
PS Plan 2022
PS Plan 2023
PS Plan 2024
Mr Fabrice Mouchel
CFO
PS Plan 2021 12,844 55% 7,065
PS Plan 2022
PS Plan 2023
PS Plan 2024
Mr Sylvain Montcouquiol
CRSO
PS Plan 2021 4,967 55% 2,732
PS Plan 2022
PS Plan 2023
PS Plan 2024
Mr Vincent Rouget
CSIO
PS Plan 2021
PS Plan 2022
PS Plan 2023
PS Plan 2024
Ms Anne-Sophie Sancerre
CCRO
PS Plan 2021 5,138 55% 2,826
PS Plan 2022
PS Plan 2023
PS Plan 2024
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Performance Shares vesting in 2024 – 2021 Performance Share plan – Performance assessment
The 2021 PS vesting calculation is presented below. The same calculation applies to determine what proportion of the 2021 SO became available for
exercise in 202
Performance
measure Description Weight Target
Achieved Score
Comments
AREPS
2021–2023
AREPS vs. compounded
guidance given to shareholders.
30% vesting at the "low" point
(no vesting below), full vesting at
the "high" point, capped above.
Vesting calculated on a straight-
line basis between these 2
points.
45%
100%
The compounded AREPS over 3
years exceeds the compounded
top of the guidances provided.
The AREPS measure is fully
achieved.
Guidance Low High Actual
2023 €9.30 €9.50 €9.62
2022 €8.20 €8.40 €9.31
2021 €5.35 €7.20 €6.91
Total €22.85 €25.10 €25.84
TSR vs.
Reference
Index
URW TSR evolution compared to
the Reference Index.
45%
Outperformance of Reference Index
(measured at 132.4% for the period
May 18, 2021 – May 18, 2024, on a
90-day average basis)
109.7% 0%
TSR performance below index,
therefore the measure is not
achieved.
ESG Rating URW ranking vs. sector peers by
ISS-ESG. 5%
PRIME rating each of the 3 years of
the performance period (prorated for
less than 3 years achieved)
Yes
(3 years
out of 3)
100%
PRIME rating achieved in 2021,
2022 and 2023.
ESG Goal Achievement rate of the Better
Places 2030 Group-wide, as
assessed by the Supervisory
Board.
5%
Achieve Better Places roadmap
during the 2021–2023 period
Yes 100%
The Better Places agenda
2021–2023 was assessed as fully
achieved by the Supervisory
Board.
TOTAL 100% 55%
Information about the Performance Stock Options on December 31, 2024 (table 8 of AMF/Afep-Medef
recommendations)
Plans SO Plan 2018 SO Plan 2019 SO Plan 2020 SO Plan 2021 SO Plan 2022 SO Plan 2023
SO Plan 2024
Date of AGM authorisation April 25, 2017 May 17, 2018 May 17, 2019 May 12, 2021 May 12, 2021 May 11, 2022 May 11, 2022
Date of grant March 5, 2018 March 19, 2019 March 21, 2020 May 18, 2021 March 8, 2022 March 13, 2023 March 7, 2024
Total number of SO granted (adjusted
after May 16, 2024, equity distribution)
649,255 771,054 884,966 966,432 1,168,028 844,450 521,758
Effective grant as a % of the fully diluted
shares
(1)
0.62% 0.53% 0.62% 0.66% 0.79% 0.59% 0.35%
Effective grant to the MB members
(2)
as a
% of the fully diluted shares
(1)
0.15% 0.05% 0.07% 0.09% 0.16% 0.15% 0.10%
To MB members
(2)
: 155,532 71,791 101,352 133,515 241,535 209,090 147,379
Mr Jean-Marie Tritant 26,265 n/a n/a 43,775 72,100 72,100 40,938
Mr Fabrice Mouchel 17,510 n/a n/a 32,832 54,075 54,075 30,704
Mr Sylvain Montcouquiol n/a n/a n/a n/a 28,840 36,050 20,470
Mr Vincent Rouget n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a 30,704
Ms Anne-Sophie Sancerre n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a 24,563
End of vesting period (at the opening of
the trading day)
(3)(4)
March 6, 2022 March 20, 2022 March 22, 2023 May 20, 2024 March 10, 2025 March 13, 2026 March 7, 2027
Expiry date (at the end of the trading
day)
(3)(4)
March 5, 2025 March 19, 2027 March 21, 2028 May 18, 2029 March 8, 2030 March 13, 2031 March 7, 2032
Strike price (€) 184.55 140.33 89.34 67.38 64.73 57.26 67.31
Exercise terms and conditions
See Section
2.3.4
See Section
2.3.4
See Section
2.3.4
See Section
2.3.4
See Section
2.3.4
See Section
2.3.4
See Section
2.3.4
Number of SO subscribed 0 0 0 59,150 – – –
Number of SO cancelled 317,575 334,692 636,662 543,827 189,992 59,904 5,703
OUTSTANDING STOCK OPTIONS
331,680 436,362 248,304 363,455 978,036 784,546 516,055
n/a means that the participant was not a MB member at the time of the grant.
(1) On the basis of the fully diluted shares as at December 31, year N-1.
(2) For MB members at the grant date.
(3) Provided that the performance and presence conditions are met.
(4) Indicative dates which must be adjusted to take into account non-business days.
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Information about Performance Shares on December 31, 2024 (table 9 of Afep-Medef recommendations)
Plans PS Plan 2021 PS Plan 2022 PS Plan 2023
PS Plan 2024
Date of AGM authorisation May 12, 2021 May 12, 2021 May 11, 2022 May 11, 2022
Date of grant May 18, 2021 March 8, 2022 March 13, 2023 March 7, 2024
Total number of PS granted 371,846 808,872 589,758 521,758
To Management Board members
(1)
: 52,230 160,487 139,368 147,379
Mr Jean-Marie Tritant 17,124 47,906 48,058 40,938
Mr Fabrice Mouchel 12,844 35,930 36,043 30,704
Mr Sylvain Montcouquiol n/a 19,163 24,029 20,470
Mr Vincent Rouget n/a n/a n/a 30,704
Ms Anne-Sophie Sancerre n/a n/a n/a 24,563
Starting date of the vesting period May 18, 2021 March 8, 2022 March 13, 2023 March 7, 2024
Vesting date and if any starting date of the holding period
(2)
for French tax residents
(3)
May 20, 2024 March 10, 2025 March 13, 2026 March 7, 2027
for non-French tax residents May 20, 2024 March 10, 2025 March 13, 2026 March 7, 2024
End of holding period (at the end of the trading day)
(2)
for French tax residents
(3)
n/a n/a n/a n/a
for non-French tax residents
(3)
n/a n/a n/a n/a
Performance conditions Yes Yes Yes Yes
Number of PS vested (unavailable) – – – –
Number of PS vested (available) – – – –
Number of cancelled/expired PS 68,726 77,283 5,411 3,735
OUTSTANDING PERFORMANCE SHARES (UNVESTED) 303,120 731,589 584,347 516,347
n/a means that the participant was not an MB member at the date of grant.
(1) For MB members at grant date.
(2) Provided that the performance and presence conditions are met.
(3) Holding period is no longer applicable to French tax residents since 2019 grant.
Information required by the AMF on the situation of Management Board members on December 31, 2024
(table 11 of AMF recommendations)
MB members End of mandate
Employment
contract
Supplementary
contribution
scheme
Additional defined
benefits pension
scheme (“retraite
chapeau”)
Contractual
severance
package
Contractual non-
compete indemnity
Mr Jean-Marie Tritant, CEO AGM 2025 No Yes No No
(1)
No
(1)
Mr Fabrice Mouchel, CFO AGM 2025 No Yes No No
(1)
No
(1)
Mr Sylvain Montcouquiol, CRSO AGM 2026 Suspended Yes No No No
Mr Vincent Rouget, CSIO AGM 2027 No Yes No No
(1)
No
(1)
Ms Anne-Sophie Sancerre, CCRO
AGM 2027 No Yes No No
(1)
No
(1)
(1) As the CEO, the CFO, the CSIO and the CCRO have no employment contract, a severance package and, if needed, a non-compete indemnity can be decided by the Supervisory
Board, according to the Remuneration Policy approved at the 2024 AGM.
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2.3.3.2 Supervisory Board members remuneration 2023/2024
Remuneration of the Supervisory Board members for 2023 and 2024 financial years
(table 3 of Afep-Medef recommendations)
SB members
Financial year
2023
(1)
Financial year
2024
(1)
Granted and paid
Granted and paid
Mr Léon Bressler, SB Chairman until May 11, 2023 €1 n/a
Mr Jacques Richier, SB Chairman since May 11, 2023 €237,005 €374,500
Ms Julie Avrane, SB and AC member €99,000 €99,000
Ms Cécile Cabanis, SB Vice-Chair and AC Chair €136,500 €120,500
Mr Michel Dessolain, SB and AC member €106,500 €109,000
Ms Susana Gallardo, SB and GNRC member €102,444 €112,500
Ms Dagmar Kollmann, SB and GNRC member €106,500 €109,500
Mr John McFarlane, SB and AC member until May 11, 2023 €48,937 n/a
Mr Roderick Munsters, SB member and GNRC Chairman €128,000 €132,000
Mr Xavier Niel
(2)
, SB and GNRC member until October 4, 2024 €1 €1
Mr Michaël Boukobza
(2)
, SB and GNRC member since October 4, 2024 n/a €1
Ms Aline Sylla-Walbaum, SB and GNRC member €90,201 €102,500
Ms Sara Lucas, SB and AC member since May 11, 2023 €55,536 €99,000
TOTAL €1,110,625 €1,258,502
Percentage used of the annual envelope approved by the AGM
69.4% 78.7%
(1) Including the out-of-country indemnities, if any, and before withholding tax.
(2) Upon their own request, the total remuneration to be paid to Mr Xavier Niel and Mr Michaël Boukobza (including any committee, ad hoc compensation and out-of-country
indemnities), shall be 1 symbolic euro per year.
2.3.3.3 Share and LTI holdings (Article 15 of Appendix 1 of regulation EC 980/2019)
The table below summarises the share ownership of MB members on December 31, 2024 (including shares held within the Company savings fund).
MB members
Stapled Shares
owned
(1)
SO non-exercised
PS subject to
vesting period
Mr Jean-Marie Tritant 68,482 322,747 136,902
Mr Fabrice Mouchel 50,181 231,427 102,677
Mr Sylvain Montcouquiol 21,090 122,785 63,662
Mr Vincent Rouget 47,116 30,704 30,704
Ms Anne-Sophie Sancerre
17,824 93,997 45,198
(1) Including the Stapled Shares equivalent to the number of units held in the Company Savings Plan.
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2.3.3.4 Top 10 Performance Stock Options and Performance Share grants and exercises
(table 9 of AMF recommendations)
Top 10 Performance Stock Option grants/exercises in 2024 (Article L. 225-184 Of the FrenchCommercial
Code)
Top 10 of SO
grants in 2024
(1)
Top 10 SO exercises
in 2024
(1)
Number of granted SO/subscribed options
(2)
80,252 34,514
Weighted average price €67.31
LTI Plan 2020
LTI Plan 2021
LTI Plan 2022
LTI Plan 2023
LTI Plan 2024
80,252
(1) Excluding MB members.
(2) The number of top grants may exceed 10 in the event that several participants have received the equal number of SO. Each year the option holders list may vary.
Top 10 Performance Share grants/available in 2024 (Article L. 225-197-4 of the French Commercial Code)
Top 10 of PS
grants in 2024
(1)(2)
Top 10 PS being
definitively
available in 2024
(1)(2)
Number of PS granted/available
80,252 36,813
(1) Excluding executives who were MB members at the date of the grant.
(2) The number of top grants may exceed 10 in the event that several participants have received the equal number of PS. Each year the option holders list may vary.
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2.3.4 Performance Stock Options,
Performance and Retention Share
plans and employee shareholding
The LTI equity compensation is an essential part of the Group’s
Remuneration Policy. It is a significant retention tool designed to
strengthen the loyalty and engagement of participants in the Group’s
performance while aligning their interests with long-term value
creation objectives of the Group and its shareholders.
As from 2023, the LTI is made up of 3 equity compensation instruments:
SO and PS, both subject to performance and presence conditions for all
participants, as well as RS only subject to presence condition.
While PS and SO are allocated to employees and MB members in
recognition of exemplary performance, for key roles within the Group
and for their long-term contribution to the Group’s performance, RS are
exclusively granted to employees below MB and Executive Committee
levels, to help with the retention of our top talents and high potentials at
middle to senior management levels. The introduction of RS was made
possible by resolution 23 at the 2022 AGM, whereby shares with only a
presence condition can be granted as long as more than 50% of all
shares granted remain subject to performance conditions. This
resolution was approved by 94.7% of shareholder votes.
The SB determines each year the threshold below which only RS are
granted and the ratio of SO and PS above this threshold. Grants are not
automatic in number nor frequency. They vary from year to year, both in
terms of participants and of instruments allocated. In 2024, there were
557 LTI participants, i.e. c. 23% of the Group employees.
In accordance with the Afep-Medef Code, the holding and equity
investment obligations applicable to MB members are described in
Section 2.3.1.1.
2.3.4.1 Performance Stock Options, and
Performance and Retention Share
plans
Authorisation prior to the General Meeting of
shareholders
The General Meeting of shareholders authorises the MB to allocate SO,
PS and RS and sets out the following principles:
• An authorisation period limited to 38 months;
• A maximum envelope strictly limiting the potential dilutive effect;
• A maximum percentage of grant for the CEO;
• A maximum percentage of grant for the MB members;
• The obligation to provide presence and performance conditions; and
• The obligation to provide a reference period for the determination of
performance condition(s).
Determination by the Supervisory Board
On an annual basis, the SB, upon recommendation of the GNRC:
• Determines the overall envelope of SO, PS and RS to be granted,
taking into account the thresholds set by the General Meeting, the
potential dilutive effect for shareholders and the financial cost of the
grant to the Group;
• Sets the number of SO and PS granted to each MB member; and
• Sets the share retention and investment obligations for MB members.
Implementation by the Management Board
The MB determines the terms and conditions for grant of the plans, and
specifically:
• The list of employee participants and their grant size, within the
envelope determined by the SB;
• The terms and conditions of the plan, in particular the presence
conditions;
• The performance conditions for the SO and PS; and
• The SO subscription price at grant is not discounted, in line with the
rules set out in the French Commercial Code.
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2.3.4.2 General conditions applicable to
grants of Performance Stock
Options, Performance Shares and
Retention Shares to employees
and Management Board members
The SO and PS plans are based on the following principles:
• A stable and consistent grant period to avoid any windfall effect.
Pursuant to Article L. 22-10-58 and L. 225-177 of the French
Commercial Code, no grant may be made:
- Less than 20 trading days after (i) the detachment of the shares
from a coupon giving entitlement to a dividend or (ii) a capital
increase;
- Within 10 trading days preceding or following the date on which the
consolidated financial statements or the annual financial
statements are made public; and
- Within the period between the date on which corporate bodies
become aware of inside information and the date on which this
information is made public;
• No discount on the strike price of the SO is allowed;
• A presence condition at exercise of SO and delivery of PS and RS;
• Stringent performance conditions, calculated over a long period
(minimum 3 years), directly linked to the Group’s performance and
long-term strategy;
• A cap on the grants to the CEO and to each MB member; and
• A cap on the overall grant to restrict the potential dilutive effect and
the financial cost to the Group.
Current authorisations – potential dilutive effect
• SO current authorisation: the authorisation of the General Meeting
in force for the 2024 SO plan was granted on May 11, 2022
(resolution28);
• PS and RS current authorisation: the authorisation of the General
Meeting in force for the 2024 PS plan was granted on May 11, 2022
(resolution 29);
• Overall potential dilutive effect: the total number of (i) SO granted
but not yet exercised; (ii) PS and RS granted but not yet vested; and (iii)
SO, PS and RS that may be granted under the unused part of the
envelopes still in force, cannot give rise to a number of shares
exceeding 6% of the fully diluted share capital.
The potential dilutive effect of these instruments remains therefore
limited and managed by the Group. If all the required performance
conditions were met over the specified period and no cancellations were
to occur during the course of the plan, all the non-vested PS and RS and
non-exercised SO would amount to 3.65% of the fully diluted capital as
at December 31, 2024.
Presence condition
The SO and the PS may only vest for those participants who are present
just prior to exercise or vesting. However, they would remain valid in the
event of (i) retirement; (ii) termination of activity due to death or
disability (Categories 2 or 3 as provided for in Article L. 341-4 of the
French Social Security Code or equivalent under the applicable local
regulations); or (iii) explicit and justified MB or SB decision in exceptional
circumstances.
Performance condition
The SB ensures that the LTI promotes overall performance and does
not encourage excessive risk taking. Measuring and taking into account
the performance of the Group over the long-term to align shareholders’
interests with those of the participants, be they employees or MB
member
(1)
. The SO and the PS have a single test of all their performance
conditions at the end of the 3-year performance period.
Each year, the regular LTI granted to the MB member complies with the
Remuneration Policy applicable since January 1 and approved by the
shareholders at the AGM of the corresponding year. Should the
Remuneration Policy not be approved, the grant would be maintained
but it shall be amended to comply with the last Remuneration Policy
approved by the shareholders.
(1) For more details on the performance conditions applicable to MB members, please refer to the 2022 Remuneration Policy described in section
2.3.1.1.
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2.3.4.3 Transactions of corporate officers on Group shares (Article 223-26 of the AMF
general regulation)
Name Date Nature of transaction Number Unit price
Management Board members
Mr Jean Marie Tritant
Chief Executive Officer
20/05/2024 Performance Shares definitively vested 9,419 €79.68
30/04/2024 Subscription of units of the Company Savings Plan 2,055 €48.66
Mr Fabrice Mouchel
Chief Financial Officer
20/05/2024 Performance Shares definitively vested 7,065 €79.68
30/04/2024 Subscription of units of the Company Savings Plan 2,055 €48.66
23/05/2024 Subscription of units of the Company Savings Plan 39 €79.00
Mr Sylvain Montcouquiol
Chief Resources and Sustainability
Officer
20/05/2024 Performance Shares definitively vested 2,732 €79.68
30/04/2024 Subscription of units of the Company Savings Plan 2,055 €48.66
Mr Vincent Rouget
Chief Strategy and Investment Officer
20/05/2024 Performance Shares definitively vested n/a
30/04/2024 Subscription of units of the Company Savings Plan 2,055 €48.66
Ms Anne-Sophie Sancerre
Chief Customer and Retail Officer
20/05/2024 Performance Shares definitively vested 2,826 €79.68
30/04/2024 Subscription of units of the Company Savings Plan 2,076 €48.66
Supervisory Board members
Mr Michel Dessolain
(1)
Supervisory Board member
20/05/2024 Performance Shares definitively vested 6,132 €79.68
Executive Committee members
Mr Bruno Donjon
Executive Committee member
20/05/2024 Performance Shares definitively vested 2,732 €79.68
30/04/2024 Subscription of units of the Company Savings Plan 505 €48.66
23/05/2024 Subscription of units of the Company Savings Plan 22 €79.00
Mr Jurn Hoeksema
Executive Committee member
20/05/2024 Performance Shares definitively vested 2,826 €79.68
20-21/05/2024 Sale of shares 8,692
05/11/2024 Sale of shares 1,803
Ms Christi Karandikar
Executive Committee member
20/05/2024 Performance Shares definitively vested 1,871 €79.68
20/05/2024 Sale of shares 146
Mr Dominic Lowe
Executive Committee member
20/05/2024 Performance Shares definitively vested 5,829 €79.68
20/05/2024 Sale of shares 2,184
Mr Scott Parsons
Executive Committee member
20/05/2024 Performance Shares definitively vested 3,705 €79.68
20/05/2024 Sale of shares 13,176
Mr Jakub Skawrlo
Executive Committee member
20/05/2024 Performance Shares definitively vested 1,199 €79.68
20/05/2024 Sale of shares 402
Mr David Zeitoun
Executive Committee member
20/05/2024 Performance Shares definitively vested 3,109 €79.68
30/04/2024 Subscription of units of the Company Savings Plan 546 €48.66
Subscription of units of the Company Savings Plan 20 €79.00
(1) Mr Michel Dessolain was a member of the Executive Committee before his appointment as member of the SB of URW SE during the General Meeting of May 11, 2022.
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2.4 Ethics and compliance within
the URW Group
2.4.1 Ethics and compliance: a daily and
essential requirement
Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield (“URW”), through its Code of Ethics
updated in December2023, is committed to strong ethical core values
when it comes to how we conduct our day-to-day business in an ethical,
transparent and fair manner. The Group has a “zero tolerance” principle
against all forms of unethical practices, such as inappropriate,
disrespectful or unlawful behaviour, harassment, discrimination,
corruption, bribery, influence peddling and human rights violations. The
Group’s compliance policies and procedures are founded on a risk-
based approach, in line with the industry and operational compliance
risks. Procedures are put in place to guide our employees in the
implementation of the policies.
At URW, every employee is an ambassador of ethics and compliance
values and rules.
The promotion of compliance awareness through “tone from the top”
approach followed by the senior leadership is an acknowledgement of
the important role of ethics and compliance in the Group business and
to the collective commitment to do the right thing.
2.4.2 Compliance governance framework
URW has put in place a robust Compliance Programme with a
well- defined compliance framework to ensure good governance. The
Group, through its current compliance framework, ensures that local
regulatory requirements are respected.
The Group Ethic and Compliance Committee at Group level is
monitoring compliance with laws and policies to effectively assess and
remediate any lack of efficiency or gaps in the Compliance Program, in
collaboration with Local Compliance Correspondents (“LCCs”).
Management and Supervisory Boards of
URW SE
The Management Board (“MB”) of Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield SE
(“URW SE”) is responsible, under the supervision of the Supervisory
Board (“SB”), for compliance with all laws and regulations applicable to
the Group. Promoting compliance awareness from the top on a
recurring basis is one of the MB and Group Compliance Officer (“GCO”)’s
responsibility in line with the compliance framework. The GCO reports
all material compliance breaches to the SB. The Annual Compliance
Report and, if any, dedicated incident reports related to compliance
matters, are brought to the attention of the SB fordiscussion.
2.4.3 Compliance organisational
framework
Group Ethic & Compliance Committee
The Group Ethic Compliance Committee is composed of 4 members,
including the Chief Resources & Sustainability Officer(“CRSO”)
(Chairman), the Group General Counsel, the GCO and the Chief Financial
Officer (“CFO”).
The Group Ethic Compliance Committee’s main responsibilities are:
• Hearing and reviewing the Annual Compliance Report prepared by
the GCO;
• Making recommendations on compliance due diligences presented
by the GCO or the Compliance Officer of URW NV (“CO URW NV”) on
the business ethics environment in case of potential new
marketentry;
• Periodically reviewing the adequacy and effectiveness of the Group’s
Anti-Corruption Program (“ACP”) with the Group General Counsel,
the GCO, the LCCs (EU platform) and the CO URW NV (US platform)
and suggesting possible improvement;
• Participating in the crisis management in case of a material
compliance breach; and
• Making recommendations or taking any decision related to any
compliance-related matters, including internal promotion of
compliance.
Group General Counsel
Within URW, the following compliance matters fall under the scope of
the Group General Counsel:
• Identifying and advising the MB of URW SE and the Governance,
Nomination and Remuneration Committee(“GNRC”) on (emerging)
corporate governance issues or significant developments in the law
and/or corporate governance practices; and
• Supervising the Group’s regulatory compliance, in interaction with
the GCO.
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Group Ethic & Compliance Officer
The GCO is appointed by the SB of URW SE upon recommendation of
the Chief Executive Officer (“CEO”). To ensure full independence, the
GCO reports to the CEO and the Chairman of the SB. The GCO is
responsible for compliance matters for the entire Group. The GCO is
directly responsible for the EU platform and through supervision for the
US platform, in collaboration with the CO URW NV. The GCO’s scope of
responsibility includes:
• Designing and monitoring the implementation of the Compliance
Programme(including the Code of Ethics, ACP, Anti-Money
Laundering Policy, the Insider Trading Procedure and whistleblowing
policy);
• Promoting compliance awareness for all employees and managers,
as well as for the MB and SB, through classroom trainings, e-learning
courses and information sessions;
• Maintaining and updating the Group’s anti-corruption risk mapping;
• Investigating possible compliance breaches, including breaches
reported through the URW Integrity Line, the Group’s whistleblowing
platform;
• Regularly reporting to the Group Ethic Compliance Committee
whether the Group complies with applicable laws and regulations;
• Ensuring effective implementation of Group Ethic Compliance
Committee’s decision/recommendation and reporting any
deviations;and
• Issuing and presenting the Annual Compliance Report to the MB
andSB.
In addition to dedicated resources and budgets, the GCO and the CO
URW NV have support from a Group & Compliance Manager and an LCC
network to fulfil their tasks. They may also request support and/or input
from any department, notably the Group Legal department, as well as
from external advisors.
Compliance Officer URW NV
The CO URW NV supports the GCO in implementing and monitoring the
Compliance Programme (including the ACP) within the US platform.
The CO URW NV provides particular support in the implementation of
the “Know Your Partner” (“KYP”) procedure (third-party due diligence).
In order to fulfil his/her tasks, the CO URW NV may request support,
advice and/or input from the US General Counsel.
Local Compliance Correspondents
Network
The network of LCCs exists to locally promote compliance awareness in
the different regions where the Group conducts business as well as to
monitor and provide support for the local implementation of the
compliance procedures. The LCC provides first-level compliance advice
at local level to URW staff, reports any (potential) compliance breach or
issue to the GCO and makes appropriate suggestions to improve
compliance policies and procedures. The LCC network is also
responsible for conducting trainings to exposed employees, as well as
general training for employees in their region on all compliance topics.
2.4.4 Compliance programme
Code of Ethics
The Code of Ethics describes values and principles that every employee
of the Group must observe in the course of their work. In December this
year, to ensure URW’s values and principles remain aligned with URW
latest commitments, we have updated the Code of Ethics, specifically
the sections concerning human rights, diversity, equity and inclusion.
We have also added a section on social responsibility, to reflect the
evolution of our sustainable ambition, further embedding our
sustainability objectives at the core of our operations and development.
The Code of Ethics also promotes the values of integrity and
transparency in the day-to-day activities entailing a strict prohibition on
the offering or receiving of illegal sums and requiring employees to
comply with applicable laws and regulations. The code serves as a clear
reminder to URW employees on the “zero tolerance” principle applied
to any unethical behaviour.
An annual training campaign (e-learning) is organised to raise
awareness among employees of the Group’s ethical principles and the
main compliance risks.
The Code of Ethics can be found at
www.urw.com/en/group/corporate-governance/code-of-ethics.
Whistleblowing platform:
URW Integrity Line
All employees and contractors are invited to report cases or suspicions
of criminal activities, violations of national and international laws, and
any serious threat or harm to the general interest of URW, or breaches
to the Group Code of Ethics, by using the Group’s whistleblowing
platform. The platform is hosted by an external provider and is available
24/7 from any location worldwide in the languages of the countries in
which the Group operates (https://urw.integrityline.org/). The
whistleblowing platform allows anonymous reporting and ensures
strict confidentiality of the identity of the reporter. The Group policy is to
guarantee to not discipline, discriminate or retaliate against any
employee or other person who reports information related to a violation.
The GCO and the CO URW NV (for the US platform) investigate reported
incidents, but the MB is ultimately responsible for taking the
appropriate actions. The GCO and the CO URW NV may also seek
assistance of the LCC when investigating.
2.4.5 Anti-Corruption Programme
The Group’s ACP aims to combat and prevent corruption, bribery and
influence peddling, and has been created to comply with applicable
laws, such as the French Sapin II Law, the UK Bribery Act and the US
Foreign Corrupt Practices Act, notably. The ACP includes a risk
mapping of the various operations in the different regions of the Group,
such as the regulatory landscape, as well as transactions and
relationships with third parties and business partners. The MB of URW
strictly enforces the Group’s zero-tolerance principle regarding
violations of the ACP.
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Risk mapping
The Group’s corruption risk mapping points out potential corruption
risks and consists of several criteria related to the Group’s location and
operations. The main risk areas are sponsorships/donations,
investment/ divestment, development and procurement processes. The
corruption risk mapping was assessed in 2022 by an external
consultancy firm and updated to better comply with the requirements
set out by the French Sapin II Law. The methodology applied to update
the risk mapping is documented and included interviews at corporate
and local levels to validate and update potential risk scenarios related
to corruption, bribery and influence peddling. Each scenario identified is
duly assessed locally and is mitigated by an internal control measure or
subjected to an action plan when necessary. The Group corruption risk
mapping will be updated in 2025.
Internal alert system
The Group has an externally-based whistleblowing platform (the URW
Integrity Line), which enables all staff as well as contractors to
confidentially, and anonymously, report incidents to the GCO and the
CO URW NV (for the US platform). The whistleblowing procedure and
platform are accessible at https://urw.integrityline.org/.
Third-party due diligence
The Group has a KYP procedure, which consists of a tailor-made due
diligence in line with operational, legal and reputational risks identified
during the map out of risks. The KYP process is used to assess URW
business partners’ exposure to corruption and sanctions before
entering into any contractual relationships.
In 2024, the Group updated its third-party assessment tool. This update
now enables automated evaluation on ultimate beneficial owners.
Pursuant to the KYP process and the onboarding of third parties, the
Group ensures that a compliance clause covering anti-corruption
provisions is inserted in their contracts. The compliance clause in
contracts serves as a reminder to the third parties of URW’s
commitment to compliance and ethics.
Accounting checks
The Group has a collective decision-making process regarding
investment, divestment and procurement. The Group applies a “4 eyes”
principle when processing invoices and staff expenses reimbursement,
meaning that the person approving the purchase order is different from
the person approving the invoice.
There is also a segregation of duties in the payment process. Manual
entries in accounting are systematically reviewed by the chief
accountant and accounts are reviewed by statutory auditors.
Training
To raise awareness and entrench the compliance culture within the
Group, employees are required to participate in an annual mandatory
e-training, covering ethics and compliance topics such as the prevention
of corruption and influence peddling (“URW ACP”). As of December 31,
2024, 84% of URW staff has completed the online training.
Occasional actions, notably in the form of educational communications,
enable the compliance team to raise employee awareness throughout
the year.
In addition to the online training, most exposed departments identified in
the URW corruption risk mapping (Investment, Development, Public
Affairs, and Procurement) are required to attend classroom training.
Several training sessions were held throughout the Group and hosted by
the LCC in local languages.
Disciplinary actions
Disciplinary actions may be taken against employees of URW in cases of
proven corruption, bribery or breaches of the ACP, based on the Group’s
zero tolerance principle and in line with local applicable laws.
ACP assessment
To ensure compliance with the ACP and constant improvement, the
ACP is part of the scope of the Internal Audit department which
performs regular review of the correct application of the KYP
procedure.
Gifts and entertainment
The Gift and Entertainment Policy states that hospitality, promotional
or other business expenditures — whether received or given—must be
in forms other than cash or cash equivalents.They must be reasonable
in value, infrequent, compliant with local laws, and directly related to
promoting the Group's assets, know-how, products, or services,
executing a contract, or fostering business relationships outside of any
tendering phase or within the framework of the Group's sustainability
policy. Such expenditures must be approved as necessary, accurately
recorded in accounting, and not intended for corrupt purposes or to
receive anything in return.
All these rules are set out in the Group’s “URW Gifts and Entertainment”
policy for all employees.
Sponsoring and charitable contributions
Donations to charities, non-profit initiatives or social projects comprise
a risk of having funds or assets of value being diverted for the personal
use or benefit of a public official or a private party. Particular caution
needs to be observed if a potential contribution is directed towards a
company having an affiliation with a public official. Any contributions
above €/$/£15,000 must be pre-validated by the Group CRSO for
European operations or by the Chief Operating Officer US for US
Operations. An annual list of all the Group’s sponsoring and charitable
contributions is kept and followed-up at Group level.
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2.4.6 Prevention of money laundering and
terrorism financing
The procedure for prevention of money laundering and terrorism
financing is in line with the applicable laws. Under the aforementioned
policy, employees and managers are required to be vigilant and perform
due diligences before entering into certain business relationships
depending on the risk profile of the third party. These due diligences
include identifying the partner company under the KYP process,
evaluating the risk profile of the partner/operation, performing
sanctions list screening, and identifying potential Ultimate Beneficial
Owners (“UBOs”) and politically exposed persons through background
checks via public databases.
The due diligence under the KYP process consists of screening the third
parties against international lists of denied parties and a questionnaire
sent and filled by third parties, which allows the Group to determine
UBOs and shareholders of third parties and to assess their adherence to
local and regional legal requirements. The Compliance team then
evaluates, following some internal and/or external background checks
and investigations, the risk involved with the said third parties and
provides a recommendation to the relevant business owners in line with
the applicable policies and findings of the assessment in case of
redflag.
2.4.7 Personal data protection
URW Group collects data than could potentially have higher market
value than similar data in other industries. Moreover, personal data
protection represents a major concern for customers, employees and
partners and for the URW Group as well. Aware of the risk of data
misuse and the development of legislation in this regard, URW Group is
working on maintaining and continuous improving its Personal Data
Protection Compliance Programme since many years. This help to
strengthen its data market strategy. Nevertheless, quick and on-going
technological progress and the international scale of the Group make it
impossible to eliminate all risks despite measures implemented.
Sense of responsibility is essential and shall lead to guaranteeing
exemplarity in the daily management of personal data processing and
compliance with applicable national laws.
The Group therefore has (i) a clear and efficient structure with
governance bodies for matters relating to the collection, use and
protection of personal data, (ii) a set of robust processes to better
support the daily processing of data, and (iii) a regulatory watch
organised to ensure the best level of compliance in a constantly
evolving legal and regulatory context.
2.4.7.1 A clear and efficient governance of
data protection
The years following the introduction of the General Data Protection
Regulation (2018) were years of consolidation and feedbacks used for
continuous improvement of those measures implemented, and
governance of the Group’s Compliance Programme on personal data.
Some decisions from European national authorities also brought some
clarification and reinforced the importance of keeping the Group’s
procedures up to date.
This active search for compliance, which represents a constantly
renewed challenge, is based on a clear managerial willingness directly
integrated into the various services of the Group. The Group shall
ensure compliance with its legal and regulatory obligations while
supporting marketing and commercial strategies, in order to offer even
more innovative services to its customers, partners and other
stakeholders.
The governance in place is based on different levels according to an
escalation principle. This governance is organised around:
• A Group Data Protection Officer (“DPO”) who:
- Leads a network of local data protection correspondents, or local
DPOs, in each continental european country where the Group is
present as well as in the UK. Each local correspondent (some of
whom have DPO status with local data protection entities) carries
out legal and operational monitoring for the country for which they
are responsible. All of the correspondents meet every 2 months in a
dedicated committee to share best market practices;
- Coordinates the Group’s data protection strategy with the Privacy
Counsel responsible for compliance with applicable privacy
regulations in US states where the Group operates, in particular
with the California Consumer Privacy Act;
- Monitors and ensures, with the support of corporate and local legal
departments and through the network of Local Data Protection
correspondents, the compliance with data protection regulation
and in particular European Regulation N°. 2016/679, the GDPR;
- Implements an inter-departmental approach that includes all the
teams potentially involved in personal data management and data
protection, in particular IT, Marketing and Digital, Legal and Human
Resources departments; and
- Reports in an annual report its actions, findings and
recommendations to the SB and its specialized committee (GNRC).
• The management, in project mode, of personal data questions,
allowing a “privacy by design” approach by the teams in charge of
projects or services likely to involve the collection or use of personal
data (IT, HR, marketing, brands, legal, etc.); and
• A Group Data Protection Committee composed of the Chief Customer
and Retail Officer, the Group General Counsel, the General Counsel
Continental Europe, Group Director of Marketing, Group Director of
Data, the Group IT Director, the Group DPO, and the Head of
Cybersecurity whose purpose is to ensure the proper application of
the Group strategy and policy relating to data protection, to review
the impact assessments of certain projects and the risks exposure of
the data collected, to manage and monitor any data breach, and to
adopt the risk management measures deemed appropriate. It may
welcome any other relevant member regarding what is at stake.
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2.4.7.2 Manage data protection on a daily
basis in a responsible manner
Mindful of its responsibilities in this area, the Group is committed to
ensuring effective protection and reasonable processing of the personal
data collected.
A daily thoroughness
URW Group continuously endeavours to improve its knowledge of tools
used and type of data processing. Such knowledge is used to implement
robust organisational measures at project management level.
This applies to new projects or activities that could potentially lead to
the processing of personal data, as well as for processing currently
underway. These processes aim to strengthen the analysis and
consideration of risks, particularly in terms of personal data security
and processing. Depending on the risks that a processing of personal
data could have on data subjects, URW could carry out different types of
analyse before implementing any processing. Formalising these
analyses enables the Group to meet the accountability principle. These
tools include:
• Data Protection Impact Assessments (“DPIA”). A DPIA is performed
when the processing of personal data is likely to give rise to a high risk
to the rights and freedoms of data subjects, it enables to analyse the
type of risk related to the project or activity involving personal data
and to recommend measures to mitigate or prevent a risk. The
process is also used to take the personal data protection into account
as of the design stage of an application or processing (“privacy by
design”). It can imply recommendations to minimise the amount of
data collected in light of the related purpose, defining appropriate
retention periods, presenting information notice or obtaining consent
where required, deploying data security and confidentiality
measures.
• Legitimate Interest Assessments (“LIA”). A LIA is carried out when
URW processes personal data on the basis of its legitimate interest.
As such, URW systematically balances and weights its own interest
against the fundamental rights and freedoms of the data subjects so
that the processing in question guarantees respect for the rights and
interests of individuals.
• Transfer Impact Assessments (“TIA”). A TIA is carried out whenever a
URW’s provider located outside the EEA process personal data on
URW’s behalf in order to ensure that the service provider in question
provides a sufficient and appropriate level of protection on the
personal data exported outside the EEA.
In addition, significant efforts are made in terms of awareness and
training on the management of personal data. Each employee receives
online GDPR mandatory training, and the most exposed departments
are provided with personalised face-to-face training.
The Group has set up an appropriate incident response procedure and a
procedure for managing data subject requests to exercise their rights
(access, rectification and opposition, right to data portability,
withdrawal of consent). URW Group has deployed an integrated
management tool enabling it to respond quickly and appropriately to
the requests of people exercising their rights in terms of personal data.
The Group has also settled a tool to digitalise records of
data- processing activities and data protection impact assessments
made. Implementation of the tool within all the countries is effective and
strengthen our accountability obligations regarding data protection.
This management also involves strengthening the Group’s
relationships with its partners, suppliers and providers so that they
engage in a compliance process. The Group aims to only use
subcontractors that provide guarantees as to their appropriate
technical and organisational measures to ensure that processing and
processing methods meet GDPR requirements and guarantee the
protection of the data subject’s rights.
A reasoned and controlled use of data protection
Beyond the establishment of an internal framework suitable for
ensuring compliance with regulations, the effective application of this
framework is subject to regular monitoring and internal audit missions
carried out by the Group’s dedicated teams.
Support an ever-changing legal context
Beyond the European Regulation on the Protection of Personal Data,
each member state of the European Union has interpreted the
provisions of the GDPR by the enactment of national standards and by
the jurisprudence developed by its national authorities (courts and local
data protection authorities). At the same time, the UK (following Brexit)
and some states in the US such as California, in which the Group
operates, have implemented their own regulations.
This multiplication of applicable standards and regulations, combined
with objectives or philosophies that may diverge, makes it increasingly
complex to monitor regulatory developments. This is one of URW’s
endeavours to take up this major challenge on a daily basis, in order to
maintain global compliance taking into account local specificities.
2.5 Report of the Supervisory
Board on corporate
governance
In accordance with Article L. 22-10-20 of the French Commercial Code,
at its meeting held on March 13, 2025, the SB agreed on the corporate
governance report (cf. Section 8.6.4), which will be submitted at the
next General Meeting, at the same time as the observations of the SB on
the MB report and the financial statements, it being specified that the
observations are presented in the convening notice of the 2025 General
Meeting.
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SUSTAINABILITY
3.1 Better Places roadmap 123
3.2 Sustainability Statement 135
3.2.1 General disclosures (ESRS 2) 135
3.2.2 Environmental information 175
3.2.3 Social information 242
3.2.4 Governance information – business conduct (ESRS G1) 271
3.2.5 Certification report on sustainability information and compliance with
ESRS disclosure requirements of Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield, for the
financial year ended December 31, 2024
278
3.3 Green financing of the Group activities 282
3.3.1 Sustainability-linked financing (loans, credit facilities and mortgage
financings)
282
3.3.2 Green financing (bonds) 282
3.4 Appendices 292
3.4.1 Additional information 292
3.4.2 Alignment with sustainability reporting standards and frameworks 299
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3.1 Better Places roadmap
Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield (“URW”) is committed to its role in the
environmental transition, creating unique, dynamic places that are a
catalyst for social, economic and environmental vitality. For more than
15 years, the Group has advanced ambitious sustainability
(1)
objectives,
starting with its first sustainability report in 2007, and accelerating in
2016 with the launch of Better Places 2030.
The Better Places roadmap, updated last year, is fully embedded within
the business, driving the Group forward in its commitment to
sustainable operations, as URW unlocks value as a partner to cities in
urban regeneration and retrofitting projects, as well as through the
mixed-use densification of its existing assets.
Better Places also leverages the Group’s unique position to act as a
catalyst for the evolution of the retail industry, setting ambitious targets
and bringing greater transparency to the environmental performance
of its shopping centres, while innovatively expanding their retail mix.
URW is creating opportunities and value for all of its stakeholders
through its impact, which is aligned with its vision to create sustainable
places that Reinvent Being Together.
The evolution of Better Places creates a robust science-based roadmap
which is a unique commitment to the impact URW can have on the
environmental transition of cities. With ambitious targets that cover its
entire value chain, the Company has made a step-change – leveraging
its historical reduction in carbon emissions to go even further and
accelerate even faster.
Better Places includes a net zero commitment that covers Scopes 1, 2
and 3, which has already been approved by the Science Based Targets
initiative (“SBTi”). URW was the first retail real estate company in the EU
and sixth CAC 40 company to obtain SBTi approval of net-zero
targets
(2)
. Better Places net-zero climate targets are in line with
Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change ("IPCC") scientific
consensus. With the evolution of the Better Places roadmap, URW
expanded its environmental targets with a focus on biodiversity, water,
waste, climate adaptation and community impact.
Comprising 3 pillars – Environmental Transition, Sustainable
Experience and Thriving Communities – the plan is embedded across
the Group at an asset, portfolio and corporate level. It relies on a clear
governance and is being implemented with support from external
stakeholders and recognised key partners such as Good On You, Bureau
Veritas and WWF France.
Better Places propels URW forward on a truly transformative journey,
creating value for people, the Group’s partners and cities, and making
impactful progress towards our collective future.
URW’s sustainability commitments and performance have been
consistently recognised by third parties over time, positioning URW at
the forefront of the industry. The Group’s environmental, social and
governance (“ESG”) assessments by extra-financial rating agencies
were updated in 2024:
• GRESB: In 2024, the Group received a score of 92/100 (+2 points vs.
2023), securing the second-highest ranking of all European listed
retail real estate companies, with a "5 Star" rating, which recognises
entities with the highest performance levels in the GRESB
benchmark. URW also ranked among the top 20% rated entities
worldwide;
• URW was also highlighted as a global leader on corporate climate
action by global environmental impact non-profit CDP, achieving a
place on the CDP Climate Change A List for the seventh year in a
row;
• ISS ESG Corporate: URW reconfirmed its B rating and again
received Prime status;
• Sustainalytics: ESG Risk Rating of 4.1
(3)
(Negligible, the lowest
possible), which places the Group at the first rank of the Real Estate
Industry group and the REIT subindustry group, as well as at the first
rank in the global rated universe (15,000+ companies);
• MSCI ESG: In 2024, URW maintained the rating of AA (“Leader”) in
the MSCI ESG ratings assessment;
• Refinitiv: Combined ESG Score of A, positioned among leaders of the
Real Estate Sector;
• Corporate Knights: URW is included in the 2025 Global 100 ranking
as one of the 100 most sustainable corporations in the world;
• World Benchmarking Alliance’s 2024 Urban Benchmark: The
benchmark assesses 300 of the world's most influential urban
companies on their commitment to ensuring a safe, inclusive and
sustainable environment for all. For the first iteration of the
benchmark, URW ranked in the top 10 out of 300 rated entities; and
• Equileap: URW ranked in the Equileap Top 100 companies for
gender equality globally, as well as in the Top 10 companies in
France.
(1) The term “sustainability” used across the Sustainability Statement broadly refers to, but is not limited to, various topics such as environmental footprint (carbon emissions, energy,
water, waste, biodiversity, etc.), health, local communities, ethics and governance, human rights, gender equality, and dialogue with stakeholders.
(2) As per public information available on SBTi website at the time URW received net-zero certification.
(3) Result obtained in January 2025.
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In 2024, URW also features in a number of renowned ESG indices,
including:
• Euronext ESG indices, among which: World 120, Europe 120,
Eurozone 120, France 20, CAC 40 ESG, Euronext CDP Environment,
ESG Eurozone Biodiversity Leaders PAB Index, Euronext Europe SBT
1.5, Euronext Green Planet France, Euronext Equileap, and Gender
Equality Eurozone 100 indices (as confirmed in November 2024, for
more details please see Euronext’s website
(1)
);
• The list of “Top 10 Performers” of the CAC 40 Governance index
(since the creation of the index in 2017, confirmed in December 2024);
• The FTSE4Good Index series (since 2005, updated FTSE4Good Index
Review in July 2024);
• ECPI indices: ECPI EMU Ethical Equity, ECPI Euro ESG Equity, ECPI
Global ESG Gender Equality Index, and ECPI World ESG Equity
(confirmed as of November 2024); and
• MSCI indexes: MSCI Global Green Building Index, the MSCI Europe
Climate Action Index, and the MSCI World Paris-Aligned Climate
Index (confirmed in November 2024).
The scorecards below showcase URW’s progress in achieving the
targets set out in its Better Places roadmap. These scorecards provide a
comprehensive overview of our advancements across the three key
pillars:
• Environmental Transition: Highlighting the Group’s efforts to
reach net zero, enhance energy efficiency, and promote sustainable
resource management.
• Sustainable Experience: Demonstrating the Company’s
commitment to integrating sustainability into the customer journey,
from accompanying the transition of retailers to more sustainable
product offerings via the Sustainable Retail Index ("SRI") to green
building practices via the Better Places Certification.
• Thriving Communities: Reflecting URW’s initiatives to support
local communities, foster inclusivity, and create vibrant, resilient
spaces for all.
(1) https://live.euronext.com/fr/product/equities/fr0013326246-xpar#related-instruments
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COMMITMENTS KEY TARGETS
Contribute to global carbon
neutrality, with SBTi-
approved net-zero targets
on Scopes 1 and 2 by 2030
and Scopes 1, 2 and 3 from
2050 onward, with a clear
priority towards reduction of
our GHG emissions.
NET-ZERO TARGETS 2023 2024 PROGRESS
-90% GHG emissions reduction by 2030 (Scopes 1 and 2)
(1)
-81.1% -84.9%
-50% GHG emissions reduction by 2030 (Scopes 1, 2
and3)
(1)
-39.3%
(4)
-42.2%
-90% GHG emissions reduction by 2050 (Scopes 1, 2 and 3)
-50% energy-intensity reduction by 2030
(2)
-30.1% -37.0%
Develop on-site renewable energy with a 50 MWp plan
for EU by 2030
13.8 MWp 17.9 MWp
RESIDUAL EMISSIONS NEUTRALISATION
Develop nature protection and restoration projects to
neutralise residual emissions on Scopes 1 and 2 by 2030
(3)
Commitments in protection and restoration
projects have been made by the Group in 2023.
First carbon removals expected in 2025/2026
(1) In absolute value, from a 2015 baseline.
(2) In kWh/sqm of the energy consumption for common areas and common equipment's divided by the total area served with energy from a 2015 baseline.
(3) Residual emissions are GHG emissions that remain unabated at the end of reduction plan.
(4) GHG emissions for the year 2023 have been updated in 2024 on the category visitor's transportation.
Performance Progress
Achieved
In progress
Not achieved
Not started
Scorecard
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COMMITMENTS
KEY TARGETS
Operate an efficient and
resilient portfolio that
minimises negative impact on
resources and on its
environment.
WASTE 2023 2024 PROGRESS
Zero waste to landfill by 2025
(1)
24.7%
22.9% (Group)
3.3% (EU)
65.8% (US)
Engage tenants to reduce waste by -15% by 2030
(2)
-5.0% -8.1%
Reach 70% recycling rate by 2030
44.4% -47.2%
WATER
100% of assets in water stressed areas to implement
water reuse solutions by 2025, and 100% of our portfolio
by 2030
(3)(4)
N/A
36.4%
19.4%
Reduce water consumption intensity by -20% per
footfall by 2030
(5)
-12.6% -15.0%
BIODIVERSITY
100% of our portfolio implements renaturation
projects by 2030
(6)
N/A
Renaturation
guidelines have been
defined in 2024.
Implementation of
renaturation projects
is planned for 2026
CLIMATE RISK
100% of exposed assets implement risk mitigation
measures by 2030
(7)
N/A
100% of assets have
evaluated their
exposure and have a
global crisis
management
framework in place.
Mitigation measures
to be implemented
starting 2025
(1) URW has set the objective of achieving zero waste to landfill by 2025. While the Group is on track to meet this target in Europe, the Group anticipates that achieving
this goal in the US will take additional time, with a revised plan currently being designed for the US context. This adjustment reflects the unique challenges and
regulatory landscape in the US on this topic.
(2) From a 2019 reference, including waste from common and private areas of the shopping centres, like-for-like.
(3) Appliance or management solution within the shopping centre that allow to limit water consumption from the public network through the reuse of water and/or use
of grey/rain water.
(4) Water stressed areas as defined by the WWF in the Water risk filter with the KPI Water scarcity risk.
(5) In L/visit from a 2019 baseline.
(6) Renaturation projects are defined as any project related to the improvement of biodiversity and biophilia in and outside the shopping centres.
(7) Exposed assets are defined following a group study identifying the exposure of our assets to climate risks and their materiality for URW.
Performance Progress
Achieved
In progress
Not achieved
Not started
Scorecard
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COMMITMENTS
KEY TARGETS
Accelerate urban
regeneration by designing and
retrofitting low-carbon,
connected and inclusive urban
places.
DEVELOPMENT 2023 2024 PROGRESS
-35% GHG emissions reduction related to
construction
(1)
-8.2% (EU)
-6.8% (US)
-10.1% (EU)
-6.8% (US)
100% of our major development projects to be
certified at least BREEAM Excellent (or equivalent)
(2)
80% 83%
Achieve biodiversity net gain for all our
development projects
(3)
100% 100%
MOBILITY
URW as a catalyst for accelerating low-carbon mobility,
including a 4,000+ EV charger plan in the EU by 2030
1,216
(4)
1,157
(1) In kgCO
2
e/sqm built, from a 2015 baseline.
(2) Equivalent environmental certification related to development projects including LEED.
(3) The biodiversity net gain calculation will be done using the Biodiversity metric released by DEFRA.
(4) Corrected figure post 2024 audit.
Challenges such as climate change, scarcity of resources and social
cohesion have an increasingly direct impact on the places where
communities live. Environmental transition has become the number one
priority of cities, implementing major programmes around energy
efficiency, climate adaptation, biodiversity, mobility and human-centred
design.
Transforming existing real estate, creating heart-of-city sustainable
districts, and delivering and operating low-carbon smart buildings is the
core of our ambition. URW is committed to accelerating urban
regeneration, by developing and operating efficient and resilient
destinations that have a positive impact on the environment.
With its evolved Better Places roadmap, URW is going further in its net
zero trajectory, committing to reduce greenhouse gas (“GHG”)
emissions by -90% for Scopes 1 and 2 and -50% for Scopes 1, 2 and 3 by
2030, and to cut total emissions across the Group’s entire value chain
including Scope 3 by -90% by 2050
(1)
. In addition to the reduction effort,
URW will neutralise its Scope 1 and 2 residual emissions through a
€5Mn investment in the Mirova Climate Fund for Nature and a €350K
investment over 3 years in the WWF Nature Impact Fund while also
contributing to protect and restore biodiversity at scale.
These targets have been approved by the SBTi as a pathway to
achieving net zero by 2050 and are aligned with the UN’s IPCC scientific
consensus.
Through building-retrofit projects and new business opportunities in
renewable electricity production and electric vehicle (“EV”) charging,
the Group will be able to generate additional avoided emissions.
URW is also working with retailers to help them reduce their energy
consumption, while developing a comprehensive mobility action plan
ensuring the Group’s destinations are well connected to public
transport and have the infrastructure to support electric mobility.
URW is committed to contributing to the transformation of lifestyles in
order to protect shared natural resources. Therefore, the Group also
made new, ambitious commitments around biodiversity, water and
waste – all designed to make its destinations active agents of urban
regeneration and the environmental transition.
(1) All 3 targets in absolute value, from a 2015 baseline.
Performance Progress
Achieved
In progress
Not achieved
Not started
Scorecard
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COMMITMENTS KEY TARGETS
Increase and promote to our
partners and visitors the
sustainability performance
of our places.
BETTER PLACES CERTIFICATION 2023 2024 PROGRESS
10 assets certified by end of 2024
(1)
N/A
14 assets
100% of our assets
(1)
certified by 2027
29.2%
Evaluate, to actively monitor
and grow the share of
sustainable offer and
sustainability-driven
brands in our assets.
SUSTAINABLE RETAIL INDEX
Rolled out on 70% of eligible URW revenues by end of
2024
(1)(2)
57.0% 70.1%
Rolled out on 100% of eligible URW revenues by 2027
(1)(2)
Integrate sustainability-
driven initiatives at the core of
the customer journey.
SUSTAINABILITY-DRIVEN CUSTOMER JOURNEY
100% of assets to organise a Westfield Good Festival
or at least one annual campaign or event to raise
sustainable awareness by 2025
100% 100%
(1) Standing European Retail assets.
(2) Revenues in Minimum Guaranteed Rents and Sales Based Rents excluding VAT standing European retail assets from July 2024; eligible revenues from the
following categories or retailers: Fashion+, Health & Beauty, General Services (Fitness, Entertainment), Home, Culture & Technology and Food & Beverage
Services.
With 950 million visits to URW’s centres each year globally, the Group
has a unique ability to support the sustainable evolution of retail while
meeting the changing needs of consumers.
The Better Places certification will offer visitors a comprehensive view
of the sustainability performance of each asset. To create the
certification, URW partnered with Bureau Veritas Solutions and WWF
France to outline 94 key criteria covering a broad range of
environmental and social dimensions including but not limited to,
Health & Safety, Energy & Climate, Water, Communities, Mobility,
Biodiversity and Waste. The Better Places certification was finalised in
2023 and rolled-out to 14 assets in 2024, exceeding the initial target of
10 assets certified this year.
Not only focused on its own performance, URW also wants to continue
to be the preferred partner of brands and tenants who are themselves
committed to the environmental transition. Co-developed with Good On
You, a global sustainable-brand ratings company, and the critical
expertise of WWF France, the SRI is an innovative and dynamic
approach that will support the sustainable evolution of retail, providing
insights into retailers’ sustainability journeys.
These programmes help the Group meet the needs of consumers,
ensuring the offer corresponds to their ever-increasing expectation for
sustainable places and products. To complement that demand, URW
also develops on-site experiences such as the Westfield Good Festival.
This flagship event connects consumers around sustainability-driven
experiences and provides a forum for brands and retailers to share their
sustainability journeys.
Performance Progress
Achieved
In progress
Not achieved
Not started
Scorecard
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COMMITMENTS KEY TARGETS
Driving positive economic
and social impact within our
communities through
employment, training and
social inclusion.
A CATALYST FOR ECONOMIC & SOCIAL IMPACT 2023 2024 PROGRESS
15,000 people supported annually through training,
social inclusion and employment opportunities
N/A
More than 20,000
people securing jobs
or receiving training.
Over 156,000
community
members
participated in local
initiatives
Grow a diverse, skilled and
engaged community of
employees to lead sustainable
change.
AN INTERNAL COMMUNITY OF SUSTAINABILITY &
DIVERSITY CHANGE-MAKERS
100% URW employees
(1)
have at least one annual
sustainable business transformation objective
98.9% 100%
A minimum of 95% of URW employees complete a
sustainability course annually
93.2% 96.8%
Maintain 40% of senior management positions held by
women
42.5% 44.3%
(2)
80%+ of employees engaged in meaningful community
volunteering programmes by 2025
47.8% 73.6%
(1) All employees having formalised objectives in the Group Human Resources performance assessment tool.
(2) Updated definition following evolution of Group regional organisation.
As welcoming and inclusive places where people of all backgrounds
connect, the Group’s destinations are catalysts for economic and social
vitality, supporting social cohesion.
URW’s people-centric destinations help to regenerate urban districts
and have a tremendously positive impact on how their surrounding
communities live. In Paris, London, Hamburg and New York, the Group's
assets are central to people’s lives, offering an innovative mix of stores,
restaurants, entertainment and services – as well as green spaces and
public facilities, services, office space and coworking outposts, and
housing.
Whether by regenerating industrial land in the heart of a city or by
attracting investment to an existing commercial area, the Group’s
projects create thousands of direct and indirect jobs, bringing new life
and economic vigour to the city.
URW also actively works on maximising its impact by developing
meaningful community projects and partnerships that support jobs,
offer training, promote social inclusion, and increase access to health
and culture.
This philosophy is based on a corporate culture firmly rooted in
sustainability, in which employees have the tools to become engaged
sustainability and diversity change-makers.
To achieve this, the Group provides sustainability training, maintains a
uniting culture that integrates sustainability objectives, and promotes
meaningful community volunteering experiences. Dedicated to being
more diverse and inclusive, URW is a place where all team members
can have a positive impact on the environmental transition of cities and
our communities.
Performance Progress
Achieved
In progress
Not achieved
Not started
Scorecard
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Better Events 2030– Viparis sustainability
roadmap
Viparis is a real estate venues and services company owned jointly with
the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Paris Île-de-France. This
activity is exclusively located in France and operates the Group’s
Convention & Exhibition venues (see Section 1.4 Business overview).
With more than 10 million visitors annually, 800 events and 12 sites
(1)
,
Viparis integrates sustainable development in its values and strategy.
This commitment is acknowledged in its ISO 20121 certification, the
leading international standard for the events sector, which has been
enforced at all its sites since 2014. In 2017, in line with Better Places,
Viparis decided to step up its sustainability policy by launching its
“Better Events 2030” strategic plan. It was the result of listening to
Viparis’ internal and external stakeholders, materialising their input in a
materiality matrix and carrying out its first carbon footprint for 2016.
While aligned with the main pillars of URW’s Better Places roadmap,
Viparis integrates the specific features of the event sector, and the
access to robust data to set 2016 as its baseline year.
This sustainability policy was revised in 2021, outlining Viparis’ major
issues and commitments for the coming years and revolves around 3
pillars:
1. Better for the Environment: With a target of reducing its carbon
and ecological footprints, Viparis aims to build and operate
sustainable buildings that respect nature and its resources, and
supports the accessibility of its sites via sustainable transport
means and optimised logistics solutions;
2. Better Heritage: Viparis ensures that each event leaves a positive
legacy by offering an increasing number of sustainable services as it
joins forces with local and like-minded partners; and
3. Better at Heart: Viparis is committed to cultivating and valuing its
employees, but also to embracing diversity. Viparis’ sustainability
initiative also engages all employees.
With this ambition, Viparis aims, as an industry leader, to play a key role
in transforming industry practices to achieve greater sustainability.
These commitments allow Viparis to contribute to the UN’s Sustainable
Development Goals (“SDGs”) and to do its part on its own scale. At the
end of 2021, Viparis became signatory of the Net Zero Carbon Events
pledge, an international and voluntary initiative from the event sector,
gathering industry stakeholders to construct an industry-wide roadmap
towards net zero by 2050, and emissions reductions by 2030 in line with
the Paris Agreement. Therefore, in 2022 and 2023, Viparis defined a
new target of reducing GHG emissions by -45% by 2030
(2)
compared to
2019 as a new baseline year. The Viparis sustainability policy is set out
in a dedicated document, available on Viparis’ website within the
sustainable development section: www.viparis.com.
(1) Carrousel du Louvre and the CNIT are mixed-use assets with both Convention & Exhibition and retail (Shopping Centres) areas, which reporting figures have all been reported
under the Shopping Centres (retail) category; and there are 2 marketing sites (La Serre and Paris Convention Centre) which are part of the Paris Porte de Versailles asset and
included in its reported data (see Section 3.2.1.1.1 General basis for preparation of the Sustainability Statement).
(2) All scopes included, except visitor travel, in line with science-based targets methodology. The target was defined by an international climate consultancy, using SBTi methodology
(not submitted to the SBTi).
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COMMITMENTS KEY TARGETS
Contribute to global
carbon neutrality
2030 TARGETS FOR GHG EMISSION REDUCTION
2023 2024 PROGRESS
-45% of GHG emissions by 2030 compared to 2019
(Scopes 1, 2 and 3)
(2)
-27% -13%
(3)
-45% of GHG emissions by 2030 compared to 2019
(Scopes 1 and 2)
-22% -6%
Build and operate
sustainable buildings
40% reduction in energy intensity by 2030 compared to
2014
(4)
-28%
Energy audits performed
over every venue
-28%
Reduction of energy consumption by 2030 compared to
2014
-37% -35%
(1)
100% of new buildings being environmentally certified
(5)
100% 100%
Respect nature and its
resources
PROTECTING AND PROMOTING BIODIVERSITY
Re-introduce biodiversity
100% of venues with biodiversity value
implementing Viparis' biodiversity charter
Reflexion in-progress
for a new biodiversity ambition
Raising public and employees awareness on
biodiversity
Participation in the
World Clean Up Day
Creation of a wall
dedicated to the CSR
strategy of the Palais
des Congrès de Paris:
raising public
awareness about
sustainable
development
(1) 2024 was an exceptional year for Viparis as its venues hosted part of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. The flow of more than 1 million additional visitors (compared to
Viparis usual activities) had a particular impact on all Viparis sustainability indicators. Espace Grande Arche and Hotel Salomon de Rothschild have been removed from this
calculation due to operation by a lessee for a long period of time and construction work in progress.
(2) Excluding visitor travel, in line with the Science-based targets initiative methodology.
(3) With more than 25% of international visitors during the Olympic Games, the carbon footprint of Viparis has increased considerably in terms of travel (+135%) and also in
terms of inputs (+70%) with the purchase of exceptional services for the Olympic Games. The overall carbon footprint of Viparis in 2024 is +61% compared to 2019.
(4) The energy intensity ratio indicator is calculated based on energy consumption and square meters per day of occupation of a calendar year (from January to December).
(5) HQE or BREEAM certification with a minimum for HQE: Very High Performance & BREEAM: Very Good.
Better for the
Environment
(1)
Viparis
Performance Progress
Achieved
In progress
Not achieved
Not started
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COMMITMENTS KEY TARGETS
LIMITING WASTE & FIGHT AGAINST FOOD WASTE 2023 2024 PROGRESS
Respect nature and its
resources (continued)
Raising public and employees awareness on waste
Creation of a public CSR
communication within
the Palais des Congrès
de Paris
"Visite DD" organised
with employees
World Clean Up Day
Implementation of
cigarette butts recycling
Installation of water
fountains available to
visitors
Implementation of
biowaste collection
following the
regulations
Implementation of
triflux bins on Paris
Nord Villepinte
Study conducted on
waste management
70% waste recycling by 2030
71% overall
valorisation (26.8% of
material recovery)
(2)
75% overall
valorisation (30% of
material recovery)
(2)
Management of our
informatic equipments
with Atelier du
Bocage (40% of
reused and 60% of
reclycling)
Support green mobility
PROMOTING SOFT MOBILITY
Reduce logistics-related emissions
Off-site logistics
(3)
implemented on CNIT
Forest
Development of a
logistics carbon
footprint assessment
tool
Refinement of the
calculation
methodology for the
2024 carbon footprint
Development of new
measurement
features in 2025
Reduction of visitors’ mobility carbon footprint with 80%
of visitors arriving via sustainable transport means
(4)
75% of visitors coming
by sustainable transport
75% of visitors coming
by sustainable transport
(1) 2024 was an exceptional year for Viparis as its venues hosted part of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. The flow of more than 1 million additional visitors (compared
to Viparis usual activities) had a particular impact on all Viparis sustainability indicators. Espace Grande Arche and Hotel Salomon de Rothschild have been removed
from this calculation due to operation by a lessee for a long period of time and construction work in progress.
(2) Excluding Le Bourget venue and CNIT Forest.
(3) Grouped logistics implemented at the Palais des Congrès de Paris and CNIT Forest to optimise the loading of vehicles between the off-site storage facility and the
site.
(4) Only concerns the downstream movement of visitors using low-carbon transport: bicycle, metro, bus, tramway, shuttle, on foot.
Better for the
Environment
(1)
Viparis
Performance Progress
Achieved
In progress
Not achieved
Not started
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COMMITMENTS KEY TARGETS
OFFER SUSTAINABLE SERVICES 2023 2024 PROGRESS
Offer sustainable
services
Offer sustainable services
4 new sustainable
services
(1)
Renewal of partnership
for the 4 sustainable
services developed in
2023
Build and operate
sustainable buildings
100% of tenders managed by the Purchasing team
integrating sustainability clauses
(2)
100% 100%
CSR weighting increased to 20% in tenders managed by
the Purchasing department
(2)
20%
20%
Evolution of the integration of CSR into already existing
partnerships
Mission carried out to develop purchasing in
protected sectors and structures for integration
Involve local
stakeholders
DEVELOP TERRITORIAL ROOTS
Working with suppliers located in the Île-de-France
region (or France)
80% 80%
Developing partnerships with associations on various
themes
7 partnerships
(3)
2 reconducted
partnerships and
2 new partnerships
(4)
(1) Partnership to advise on material re-use and waste management; mobile dry toilet service; eco-designed booth; eco-designed furniture
(2) Excluding CAPEX purchasing.
(3) Nos Quartiers ont des talents, École de la 2
ème
Chance, Telethon, Le Refuge, Action Contre la Faim, Emmaüs Solidarité and Réseaux Action Climat.
(4) Nos Quartiers ont des talents, École de la 2
ème
Chance, Odyssea, Féminité Sans Abris.
Better Heritage
Viparis
Performance Progress
Achieved
In progress
Not achieved
Not started
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COMMITMENTS KEY TARGETS
ENRICH THE EMPLOYEE EXPERIENCE 2023 2024 PROGRESS
Enrich the employee
experience
100% of Viparis employees have at least one annual
sustainable business transformation objective
(1)
99% 100%
100% of new employees follow a CSR training in the
year they take up their position
(2)
89% 100%
Conducting an internal commitment survey
(3)
7.4/10 6.9/10
Viparis certified Happy Trainees
100%
(5th consecutive year)
100%
(6th consecutive year)
Develop well-being at work
Organisation of
workshops Quality of
Work Life Week
Massage sessions for
employees
New conviviality spaces
for employees
Weekly fruit boxes
distribution
Setup of Viparis Awards
Continuation of
initiatives carried out in
2023
Embrace diversity
PROMOTE GENDER EQUALITY
Keep at least 40% of women in management positions
43.3%
(management)
46.9%
(top management)
(4)
41.5%
(management)
44%
(top management)
(4)
French equality index over 90%
94%
99%
WELCOME INTERGENERATIONAL EXPERIENCE
100% of new employees under 30 years old mentored
through an internal mentoring system
100% mentoring 100% mentoring
Partnership with the associations “Ecole de la 2
ème
Chance” and “Nos Quartiers ont du Talent” to welcome
trainees and introduce them to the various jobs at
Viparis
4 trainees 8 trainees
DEVELOP INCLUSION OF PEOPLE WITH
DISABILITIES
Raise employees' awareness on disability through
dedicated days
Awareness-raising
activities related to
disability during the
annual convention and
welcoming trainees with
disabilities during a day
Internal conference on
disability and sports
with French Team
Viparis: athletes with
disabilities (Volleyball
and Table tennis)
(1) Excluding employees hired after the annual performance review process.
(2) Employee having validated their trial period only (on permanent or fixed-term contracts, excluding internship or work-study contracts).
(3) Internal commitment surveys in connection with employees (Peakon). Evolution of the survey system in 2024 (monthly in 2023).
(4) Top management according to Viparis’ grading.
Better at Heart
Viparis
Performance Progress
Achieved
In progress
Not achieved
Not started
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3.2 Sustainability Statement
Introduction
In addition to the below Sustainability Statement, a range of
sustainability-related documents, non-financial disclosures, and
policies are available on URW's website, providing valuable insights into
the Company’s sustainability efforts and non-financial performance.
This initiative underscores URW’s dedication to maintaining open
communication with its stakeholders and its unwavering commitment
to sustainable practices
(1)
.
This chapter contains the elements required by the Directive 2022/
2464/EU of December 14, 2022, known as the "CSRD" (Corporate
Sustainability Reporting Directive) (OJ EU of 16-12), transposed into
French law following the publication of Ordinance 2023-1142 of
December 6, 2023 (OJ of 7-12), applying from January 1, 2024, as well
as elements answering to Regulation (EU) 2020/852 of the European
Parliament and of the Council of June 18, 2020, on the establishment of
a framework to facilitate sustainable investment, and amending
Regulation (EU) 2019/2088, known as the "European Taxonomy".
Forward-looking statements and other statements regarding
environmental and sustainability policies, objectives and action plans
have been prepared pursuant to the EU Corporate Sustainability
Directive (CSRD) and have been prepared in the context of the date of
publication of the present report. These elements could evolve based on
context and are consequently for informational purposes only. The
present report and the commitments included to improve certain
datapoints or publish new datapoints are linked to the regulatory
framework applicable at the date of publication of the present Universal
Registration Document, and may change depending on the final
adoption of the Omnibus proposal released by the European
Commission on February 26, 2025.
In accordance with the CSRD, URW’s Sustainability Statement as of
December 31, 2024, aligns with the IFRS consolidated scope reported in
the financial statements (including Viparis), on which the double
materiality analysis has been performed. However, this scope does not
fully reflect URW’s activities (such as assets accounted for using the
equity method) and does not encompass the commitments made in its
Better Places roadmap announced in October 2023
(2)
. Therefore, URW
has decided to also report on a secondary scope, aligned with its Better
Places roadmap, which is more closely aligned with the financial figures
published by the Group in a proportional format in the financial
statements. For transparency, minimum disclosure requirements
(Policies, Actions, Targets) have been established for the Better Places
scope, except where otherwise explained.
The Group Sustainability Statement is based on a double materiality
approach, which considers both the impact of URW on the environment
and society, and the influence of environmental and social issues on the
Company’s performance. This approach ensures that the Sustainability
Statement is relevant to all stakeholders, including employees,
investors, customers and the communities in which the Group operates.
3.2.1 General disclosures (ESRS 2)
3.2.1.1 Basis for preparation
3.2.1.1.1 General basis for preparation of the
Sustainability Statement (ESRS 2 BP-1)
URW aligned its Sustainability Statement with the European
Sustainability Reporting Standards (“ESRS”). These standards provide a
comprehensive framework for disclosing non-financial information and
addressing ESG issues.
In preparing this Sustainability Statement, URW collected and
consolidated data from across its operations and its supply chain. This
Sustainability Statement is subject to audit as required by regulation,
with a limited level of assurance, as detailed in Section 3.2.5
Certification report on sustainability information and compliance with
ESRS disclosure requirements of Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield, for the
financial year ended December 31, 2024.
The Sustainability Statement has been prepared on a consolidated
basis integrating the Viparis activity (real estate venues and services
company owned jointly with the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of
Paris Île-de-France; fully consolidated by URW). The information
presented in the Sustainability Statement covers URW’s consolidated
scope – unless explicitly stated otherwise (i.e. Better Places scope),
covering the countries where the Group operates: Austria, the Czech
Republic, Denmark, France, Germany, Italy, The Netherlands, Poland,
Spain, Sweden, the UK and the US. The only listed subsidiary, Unibail-
Rodamco-Westfield N.V ("URW NV"), is exempt from publishing a
standalone sustainability statement as it is covered by the Unibail-
Rodamco-Westfield SE ("URW SE") sustainability statement. While
URW NV qualifies as a “large undertaking” with an average number of
employees not exceeding 500 – the sustainability reporting
requirements of article 19a / 29a of Directive 2013/34/EU as amended
by the CSRD shall not apply for the financial year starting before
December 31, 2024. For the financial year 2024, URW NV is not required
to report under the CSRD, as this subsidiary had an average of fewer
than 500 employees during the two preceding consecutive years (2022
and 2023).
(1) https://www.urw.com/en/csr/csr-documents
(2) https://assets.eu.ctfassets.net/1e76kztii87u/3trut8Eyz13pQ9x6TsTm3E/0c9c34ae3564f2ed9d661f033d0e1192/2023-10-10URW-announces-comprehensive-evolution-of-
Better-Places.pdf
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Reporting scopes
ESRS scope
In line with the requirements, the Group has defined the two reporting
scopes:
• Financial scope (also called CSRD scope) for all information and
data in the sustainability statement aligned with the financial scope.
The reporting scope includes fully consolidated companies under the
IFRS framework, which encompasses Airports and joint operations
(e.g., Westfield London). This alignment ensures consistency and
accuracy in reporting, as it uses the same data already applied in the
EU Taxonomy calculation. Assets with various consolidation
methods, including full consolidation, are included because they are
managed as a single unit (e.g. Rosny 2).
• Operational scope, an additional scope extended to entities under
operational control, based on the fact that URW has operational
control in cases of joint control or significant influence, and the asset
is managed by URW.
- Joint control: This involves the contractually agreed sharing of
control over an operation, requiring unanimous consent of the
parties sharing control. Accounted for using the equity method and,
in the case of URW, the proportional method.
- Significant influence: Significant influence is the power to
participate in decisions relating to the financial and operating
policies of the investee, without exercising control or joint control. It
is presumed if the Group holds 20% or more of the voting rights in
an entity, unless clearly demonstrated otherwise. Accounted for
using the equity method.
- Managed asset: An asset is considered "managed" if URW has
operational management, covering property leasing,
implementation/monitoring of the 5-year business plan, and
property management, including security and technical
maintenance.
- Exclusion: Third-party assets operated by URW under property
management service contracts and without stake owned in the
assets are excluded from the operational scope.
This operational scope is applicable for the following environmental
requirements:
- E1-6: Gross GHG emissions from Scopes 1, 2 and 3, and
- E4-2: Policies relating to biodiversity and ecosystems.
Assets sold during the year are considered on a prorata basis according
to the length of ownership.
Better Places scope
(1)
As mentioned in the introduction of the statement, URW has decided to
report on a secondary scope, the scope of the Better Places
roadmap. Also called Better Places scope, this covers the Group’s
standing portfolio, which are owned (at least one share) and managed
by the Group, and that have been in the Group portfolio for at least one
fiscal year (except for BREEAM In-Use, for which one-and-a-half fiscal
years applies) at the reporting date. This information covers all of the
Group’s asset categories in its core business units: Shopping Centres
(retail), Offices (office business unit in France) and Convention &
Exhibition venues (Viparis subsidiary in France). It corresponds to the
historical definition of the scope communicated in previous annual
reports before the Ordinance 2023-1142 of December 6, 2023 (OJ of
December 7), French transposition of the CSRD entered into force.
When an indicator covers a narrower scope, this is specified in its
description. This Better Places scope represents 85% of the total
Group portfolio of standing assets in area (sqm) in 2024. The
2023–2024 like-for-like scope represents 85% of the total 2024
standing portfolio area (sqm).
Disclosures related to the Better Places scope are included to enable
monitoring of the deployment of the Better Places strategy and
associated targets, which are considered to be material information.
Energy-related indicators include the following types of information:
energy consumption, energy intensity, Scopes 1 and 2 GHG emissions,
and share of renewable energy. Assets that are under significant works
(net impacted GLA
(2)
> 1,000 sqm) during the reporting period are
excluded from the sustainability reporting scope of energy-related
indicators and of BREEAM In-Use certifications, as works may
compromise data reliability and comparability. Assets under significant
works are reintegrated in the sustainability reporting scope of energy-
related indicators 1 year after the works have been delivered. The
reporting scope for energy-related indicators represents 84% of the
total Group portfolio of standing assets in area (sqm) in 2024.
(1) Specific indicator and scoping rules detailed here do not apply to the CSRD and Operational scopes.
(2) Gross Leasable Area.
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3.
In practice, in 2024, CH Ursynow is excluded from the reported data
(under works), while the office parts of Nacka Forum, Täby Centrum,
Stadshart Zoetermeer, Stadshart Amstelveen, and the hotel part of the
CNIT (Hilton) have been included in the reported data.
Indicators regarding the Sustainable Retail Index scope (SRI scope)
include EU and US-owned and managed shopping centres, as well as La
Vaguada. Indicators regarding the Thriving Communities
(Communities scope) targets encompass owned and managed
shopping centres and Centrale (dedicated team in UK for social value),
as well as airports operations. Indicators regarding the Better Places
Certification (BPC scope) targets cover EU-owned and managed
shopping centres. The selection of assets is guided by internal priorities
and operational considerations.
Social indicators (for ESRS S1) regarding human resources cover all
Group employees with a direct employment contract with the Group, in
all regions where the Group operates, and in all of the Group’s business
units and subsidiaries, regardless of whether they are located in head-
offices or on site: Shopping Centres (retail), Offices (office business
unit), Convention & Exhibition (Viparis subsidiary in France) and Airports
(US). The reporting requirements for data on non-employees are being
gradually introduced, as they benefit a phased-in approach. This means
that for the year 2024, data on non-employees is not required to be
included in the reported scope.
The indicators related to development projects cover all projects in
the Group pipeline, whatever their type (greenfield and brownfield
projects, extension and renovation projects), which have reached a
mature enough development stage to have implemented the Group
sustainability roadmap (committed projects
(1)
) and that exceed the
following thresholds in terms of minimal net impacted GLA and total
investment cost (“TIC”):
• For Europe:
- Retail (Shopping Centres) projects of over €50 Mn TIC or over
10,000 sqm GLA; and
- All other projects (Offices, Convention and Exhibition centres) of
over €50 Mn of TIC and over 10,000 sqm GLA or GIA (gross internal
area).
• For the US:
- All projects of over $100 Mn TIC or over 20,000 sqm GLA.
In 2024, the reporting scope of development-related indicators covered
8 projects.
SCOPES
2024
CSRD scope
Operational control
scope
Better Places scope
(Retail and offices)
Better Events scope
(Convention and exhibitions)
Number of assets 94 22 64 6
Surface
(1)
5,028,382 sqm 1,690,860 sqm 5,405,871 sqm
675,355 sqm
(1) GLA for retail assets, operated area for offices and for C&E.
(1) Since 2020, the reporting scope of development-related KPIs has changed to only cover the “committed” projects (as defined in Section 4.1 Management discussion & analysis), to
better align the reporting with the projects’ schedule for implementing sustainability levers in a secured manner. Carbon footprint related reporting on development projects,
however, still covers the bulk of “committed” and “controlled” project to grasp the complete perimeter of Scope 3.
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ASSET PORTFOLIO (FOR MORE DETAILS PLEASE REFER TO 1.5 PORTFOLIO)
Asset
Asset type Region Country CSRD scope Operational
Control scope
Better Places
scope
Better Events
scope
Area (m²) Footfall (by
country and
for shopping
centres only)
Date of
disposal
Cut-off date
for
sustainability
data
Westfield Donau Zentrum (Vienna)
SC CENTRAL
EUROPE
AUSTRIA
X X
127,600
31,741,825
n/a n/a
Westfield Shopping City Süd (SCS) (Vienna)
SC CENTRAL
EUROPE
AUSTRIA
X X
205,400 n/a n/a
Donauzentrum Offices (Vienna) Sub-asset
(OF)
CENTRAL
EUROPE
AUSTRIA
X
10,000 n/a n/a n/a
Shopping City Süd Offices (SCS) (Vienna) Sub-asset
(OF)
CENTRAL
EUROPE
AUSTRIA
X
9,000 n/a n/a n/a
Centrum Cerny Most (Prague)
SC CENTRAL
EUROPE
CZECHIA
X X
107,600
36,717,748
n/a n/a
Metropole Zlicin (Prague)
SC CENTRAL
EUROPE
CZECHIA
X X
54,100 n/a n/a
Westfield Chodov (Prague)
SC CENTRAL
EUROPE
CZECHIA
X X
101,600 n/a n/a
Gropius Passagen (Berlin)
SC CENTRAL
EUROPE
GERMANY
X X
95,200
76,097,336
n/a n/a
Höfe am Brühl (Leipzig)
SC CENTRAL
EUROPE
GERMANY
X X
50,600 n/a n/a
Minto (Mönchengladbach)
SC CENTRAL
EUROPE
GERMANY
X X
41,300 n/a n/a
Palais Vest (Recklinghausen)
SC CENTRAL
EUROPE
GERMANY
X X
45,900 n/a n/a
Pasing Arcaden (Munich)
SC CENTRAL
EUROPE
GERMANY
X
46,300 November
27, 2024
October 31,
2024
Paunsdorf Center (Leipzig) SC CENTRAL
EUROPE
GERMANY
X X
113,700 n/a n/a
Ruhr Park (Bochum) SC CENTRAL
EUROPE
GERMANY
X X
118,800 n/a n/a
Westfield Centro (Oberhausen) SC CENTRAL
EUROPE
GERMANY
X X
259,700 n/a n/a
Westfield Hamburg-Überseequartier SC CENTRAL
EUROPE
GERMANY 94,484 n/a n/a n/a
Höfe am Brühl Offices (Leipzig) Sub-asset
(OF)
CENTRAL
EUROPE
GERMANY
X
4,900 n/a n/a n/a
Pasing Arcaden Offices (Munich) Sub-asset
(OF)
CENTRAL
EUROPE
GERMANY
X
6,800 n/a November
27, 2024
October 31,
2024
CH Ursynow (Warsaw) SC CENTRAL
EUROPE
POLAND
X
46,700
60,056,358
n/a n/a
Galeria Mokotow (Warsaw)
SC CENTRAL
EUROPE
POLAND
X X
68,300 n/a n/a
Westfield Arkadia (Warsaw) SC CENTRAL
EUROPE
POLAND
X X
117,500 n/a n/a
Wilenska (Warsaw) SC CENTRAL
EUROPE
POLAND
X X
41,300 n/a n/a
Wroclavia (Wroclaw) SC CENTRAL
EUROPE
POLAND
X X
65,300 n/a n/a
Zlote Tarasy (Warsaw)
SC CENTRAL
EUROPE
POLAND 66,400 n/a n/a
Wilenska Offices (Warsaw) Sub-asset
(OF)
CENTRAL
EUROPE
POLAND
X
13,600 n/a n/a n/a
Wroclavia Offices (Wroclaw) Sub-asset
(OF)
CENTRAL
EUROPE
POLAND
X
8,500 n/a n/a n/a
Aupark (Bratislava)
SC CENTRAL
EUROPE
SLOVAKIA
X
59,200 9,079,361 September 2,
2024
August 31,
2024
Fisketorvet (Copenhagen) SC NORTHERN
EUROPE
DENMARK
X X
56,100 7,281,442 n/a n/a
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In den Vijfhoek (Oldenzaal)
SC NORTHERN
EUROPE
NETHERLAN
DS
X
7,800
30,572,873
n/a n/a
Stadshart Amstelveen (Amstelveen)
SC NORTHERN
EUROPE
NETHERLAN
DS
X X
81,800 n/a n/a
Stadshart Zoetermeer (Zoetermeer)
SC NORTHERN
EUROPE
NETHERLAN
DS
X X
84,100 n/a n/a
Westfield Mall of the Netherlands (the Hague
region)
SC NORTHERN
EUROPE
NETHERLAN
DS
X X
125,500 n/a n/a
Zoetelaarpassage (Almere) SC NORTHERN
EUROPE
NETHERLAN
DS
X
6,500 n/a n/a
Stadshart Amstelveen Offices (Amstelveen) Sub-asset
(OF)
NORTHERN
EUROPE
NETHERLAN
DS
X
6,100 n/a n/a n/a
Stadshart Zoetermeer Offices (Zoetermeer) Sub-asset
(OF)
NORTHERN
EUROPE
NETHERLAN
DS
X
5,700 n/a n/a n/a
Nacka Forum (Greater Stockholm) SC NORTHERN
EUROPE
SWEDEN
X X
56,200
30,602,819
n/a n/a
Westfield Mall of Scandinavia (Greater
Stockholm)
SC NORTHERN
EUROPE
SWEDEN
X X
106,000 n/a n/a
Westfield Täby Centrum (Greater
Stockholm)
SC NORTHERN
EUROPE
SWEDEN
X X
85,100 n/a n/a
Nacka Forum Offices (Greater Stockholm)
Sub-asset
(OF)
NORTHERN
EUROPE
SWEDEN
X
14,300 n/a n/a n/a
Täby Centrum Offices (Greater Stockholm)
Sub-asset
(OF)
NORTHERN
EUROPE
SWEDEN
X
10,700 n/a n/a n/a
Aéroville (Tremblay-en-France)
SC SOUTHERN
EUROPE
FRANCE
X X
85,100
277,273,915
n/a n/a
Aquaboulevard (Paris 15th) SC SOUTHERN
EUROPE
FRANCE 40,600 n/a n/a
Bel-Est (Bagnolet)
SC SOUTHERN
EUROPE
FRANCE
X
48,900 n/a n/a
Carrousel du Louvre (Paris 1st)
SC SOUTHERN
EUROPE
FRANCE
X X
13,400 n/a n/a
L’Usine Mode et Maison (Vélizy-Villacoublay)
SC SOUTHERN
EUROPE
FRANCE
X
21,100 n/a n/a
La Toison d’Or (Dijon)
SC SOUTHERN
EUROPE
FRANCE
X X
79,100 n/a n/a
La Valentine (Marseille)
SC SOUTHERN
EUROPE
FRANCE
X
30,000 September
30, 2024
August 31,
2024
Les Ateliers Gaîté (Paris 14th)
SC SOUTHERN
EUROPE
FRANCE
X X
29,500 n/a n/a
Lyon Confluence (Lyon)
SC SOUTHERN
EUROPE
FRANCE
X X
53,500 n/a n/a
Rennes Alma (Rennes)
SC SOUTHERN
EUROPE
FRANCE
X X
55,800 n/a n/a
So Ouest (Levallois-Perret)
SC SOUTHERN
EUROPE
FRANCE
X X
57,300 n/a n/a
Ulis2 (Les Ulis)
SC SOUTHERN
EUROPE
FRANCE
X X
53,700 n/a n/a
Villabe (Villabe)
SC SOUTHERN
EUROPE
FRANCE
X X
35,400 n/a n/a
Westfield Carré Sénart (Lieusaint)
SC SOUTHERN
EUROPE
FRANCE
X X
122,400 n/a n/a
Westfield CNIT (La Défense)
SC SOUTHERN
EUROPE
FRANCE
X X
38,100 n/a n/a
Westfield Euralille (Lille)
SC SOUTHERN
EUROPE
FRANCE
X X
68,000 n/a n/a
Westfield Forum des Halles (Paris1st)
SC SOUTHERN
EUROPE
FRANCE
X X
77,500 n/a n/a
Westfield La Part-Dieu (Lyon)
SC SOUTHERN
EUROPE
FRANCE
X X
161,800 n/a n/a
Westfield Les 4 Temps (La Défense)
SC SOUTHERN
EUROPE
FRANCE
X X
140,000 n/a n/a
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Westfield Parly2 (Le Chesnay-
Rocquencourt)
SC SOUTHERN
EUROPE
FRANCE
X X
130,000 n/a n/a
Westfield Rosny2 (Rosny-sous-Bois)
SC SOUTHERN
EUROPE
FRANCE
X X
113,700 n/a n/a
Westfield Vélizy2 (Vélizy-Villacoublay)
SC SOUTHERN
EUROPE
FRANCE
X X
131,800 n/a n/a
29, rue du Port (Nanterre) OF SOUTHERN
EUROPE
FRANCE
X
8,200 n/a n/a n/a
GaÎté-Montparnasse (Offices) (Paris 14) OF SOUTHERN
EUROPE
FRANCE
X
12,500 n/a November
12, 2024
October 31,
2024
Le Sextant OF SOUTHERN
EUROPE
FRANCE
X X
13,400 n/a n/a n/a
Les Villages de l’Arche OF SOUTHERN
EUROPE
FRANCE
X
19,800 n/a n/a n/a
Lightwell OF SOUTHERN
EUROPE
FRANCE
X
n/a n/a n/a n/a
Pullman Paris-Montparnasse (Hotel)
(Paris14)
OF SOUTHERN
EUROPE
FRANCE
X
51,300 n/a n/a n/a
Tour Rosny (Rosny-sous-bois) OF SOUTHERN
EUROPE
FRANCE
X
13,600 n/a n/a n/a
Trinity OF SOUTHERN
EUROPE
FRANCE
X X
50,000 n/a n/a n/a
Espace Champerret (Paris 17th) CE SOUTHERN
EUROPE
FRANCE
X X
8,500 n/a n/a n/a
Espace Grande Arche (La Défense) CE SOUTHERN
EUROPE
FRANCE
X
5,000 n/a n/a n/a
Hôtel Salomon de Rothschild (Paris 8th) CE SOUTHERN
EUROPE
FRANCE 1,300 n/a n/a n/a
Le Palais des Congrès de Paris
(1)
(Paris 17th) CE SOUTHERN
EUROPE
FRANCE
X X
48,700 n/a n/a n/a
Palais des Congrès d’Issy-les-Moulineaux CE SOUTHERN
EUROPE
FRANCE
X X
3,000 n/a n/a n/a
Palais des Sports (Paris 15th) CE SOUTHERN
EUROPE
FRANCE n/a n/a n/a n/a
Paris Nord Villepinte CE SOUTHERN
EUROPE
FRANCE
X X
246,300 n/a n/a n/a
Paris Porte de Versailles (Paris 15th) CE SOUTHERN
EUROPE
FRANCE
X X
238,900 n/a n/a n/a
Paris, Le Bourget CE SOUTHERN
EUROPE
FRANCE
X X
79,700 n/a n/a n/a
CNIT (Hotel) Sub-asset
(OF)
SOUTHERN
EUROPE
FRANCE
X
10,800 n/a n/a n/a
CNIT (Offices) Sub-asset
(OF)
SOUTHERN
EUROPE
FRANCE
X
38,500 n/a n/a n/a
Carrousel du Louvre (Expos) (Paris 1
st
) Sub-asset
(CE)
SOUTHERN
EUROPE
FRANCE
X X
6,600 n/a n/a n/a
CNIT Forest (La Défense) Sub-asset
(CE)
SOUTHERN
EUROPE
FRANCE
X X
19,700 n/a n/a n/a
Maine Montparnasse (Paris 15
th
)
Other
Holdings
SOUTHERN
EUROPE
FRANCE
X
35,500 n/a n/a n/a
Bonaire (Valencia)
SC SOUTHERN
EUROPE
SPAIN
X X
135,000
94,550,919
n/a n/a
Equinoccio (Madrid)
SC SOUTHERN
EUROPE
SPAIN
X
36,800 January 30,
2024
n/a
Garbera (San Sebastian)
SC SOUTHERN
EUROPE
SPAIN
X X
59,400 n/a n/a
La Vaguada (Madrid)
SC SOUTHERN
EUROPE
SPAIN
X X
87,000 n/a n/a
Splau (Barcelona)
SC SOUTHERN
EUROPE
SPAIN
X X
56,000 n/a n/a
Westfield Glòries (Barcelona)
SC SOUTHERN
EUROPE
SPAIN
X X
70,100 n/a n/a
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ASSET PORTFOLIO (FOR MORE DETAILS PLEASE REFER TO 1.5 PORTFOLIO)
Westfield La Maquinista (Barcelona)
SC SOUTHERN
EUROPE
SPAIN
X X
94,500 n/a n/a
Westfield Parquesur (Madrid)
SC SOUTHERN
EUROPE
SPAIN
X X
159,000 n/a n/a
La Vaguada Offices (Madrid) Sub-asset
(OF)
SOUTHERN
EUROPE
SPAIN
X
10,300 n/a n/a n/a
Centrale (Croydon)
SC UK UK
X
74,100
80,964,827
n/a n/a
Westfield London (London, Shepherds Bush)
SC UK UK
X X
236,400 n/a n/a
Westfield Stratford City (London, Stratford)
SC UK UK
X
X
X
188,300 n/a n/a
Whitgift (Croydon)
SC UK UK
X
137,700 n/a n/a
Westfield London Offices (London) Sub-asset
(OF)
UK UK
X
13,600 n/a n/a n/a
Westfield Annapolis (Annapolis, Maryland)
SC US US
X
130,900
226,017,207
August 20,
2024
July 31,
2024
Westfield Century City (Los Angeles,
California)
SC US US
X X
123,200 n/a n/a
Westfield Culver City (Culver City, California)
SC US US
X X
100,000 n/a n/a
Westfield Fashion Square (Sherman Oaks,
California)
SC US US
X X
80,600 n/a n/a
Westfield Galleria at Roseville (Roseville,
California)
SC US US
X X
127,500 n/a n/a
Westfield Garden State Plaza (Paramus, New
Jersey)
SC US US
X X
178,700 n/a n/a
Westfield Montgomery (Bethesda, Maryland)
SC US US
X X
104,900 n/a n/a
Westfield Oakridge (San Jose, California)
SC US US
X X
108,300 n/a n/a
Westfield Old Orchard (Skokie, Illinois)
SC US US
X X
129,500 n/a n/a
Westfield Plaza Bonita (National City,
California)
SC US US
X X
96,200 n/a n/a
Westfield Southcenter (Seattle, Washington)
SC US US
X X
153,500 n/a n/a
Westfield Topanga (Canoga Park, California)
SC US US
X X
148,800 n/a n/a
Westfield UTC (San Diego, California)
SC US US
X X
115,000 n/a n/a
Westfield Valley Fair (Santa Clara, California) SC US US
X X
180,100 n/a n/a
Westfield Wheaton (Wheaton, Maryland)
SC US US
X X
139,500 n/a n/a
Westfield World Trade Center (New York,
New York)
SC US US
X
36,600 n/a n/a
Corbin Office (New York, New York) OF US US
X
2,900 n/a n/a n/a
San Francisco Centre (San Francisco,
California)
OF US US
X
9,800 n/a n/a n/a
Old Orchard Offices (Skokie, Illinois) Sub-asset
(OF)
US US
X
7,600 n/a n/a n/a
Wheaton Offices (Wheaton, Maryland) Sub-asset
(OF)
US US
X
18,700 n/a
Chicago O’Hare International Airport Airports US US
X X
n/a n/a n/a n/a
John F. Kennedy International Airport Airports US US
X X
n/a n/a n/a n/a
Los Angeles International Airport Airports US US
X X
n/a n/a n/a n/a
(1) Airport assets are considered included in the Better Places scope only for their contribution to the Communities indicator. Strictly no environmental indicators are collected for
these assets.
(2) La Vaguada is only included in the Better Places because of its contribution to the Sustainable Retail Index.
(3) Palais des Sports, Aquaboulevard and Złote Tarasy are not included in the reporting scope due to their ownership structure, management status or the legal decision
preventing URW from managing the asset in the latter case.
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Value chain in the Sustainability Statement
URW is considering its value chain through a comprehensive approach. For paragraphs related to value chain, URW has not utilised the option to omit
specific pieces of information related to intellectual property, know-how, or results of innovation. Additionally, URW has not used the option allowed
by France to omit disclosure of impending developments or matters in the course of negotiation. URW’s value chain means the comprehensive range
of activities, resources and relationships that are integral to the Group’s business model and the external environment in which it operates.Value
chain-related information is also addressed in topical standards across the document, when applicable and material. URW’s value chain
encompasses:
Own operations :
• Standing assets: This includes operations and tenant management.
Operations include the day-to-day management of the property and
facilities' maintenance. Tenant management involves attracting and
retaining tenants, negotiating leases, and ensuring tenant
satisfaction;
• Development projects: This encompasses all processes the Group
employs to develop or renovate assets, from initial conception to
development, management, and eventual sale or lease. This includes
market research, land acquisition, design and planning, construction,
marketing, leasing, property management, and asset disposal or
redevelopment. Each stage adds value to the real estate assets,
contributing to the total value delivered to stakeholders (investors,
tenants and the community); and
• Co-owners and joint venture partners: Multiple URW assets are
jointly managed and/or co-owned, which means these partners play a
role in operations. Their involvement includes sharing strategic
decision-making, operational responsibilities and financial outcomes.
Co-owners and joint venture partners contribute to various stages of
the value chain, from initial investment and development to ongoing
management and eventual asset disposal or redevelopment.
Upstream :
• Tier-1 suppliers: Direct suppliers providing goods and services such
as construction services (direct contractors), intellectual services,
and other critical inputs to URW; and
• Tier-2 to tier-N suppliers: from suppliers to Tier-1, offering
materials and services that support the primary suppliers, including
specialised subcontractors on construction sites and consultants to
an extended network of suppliers further upstream, components and
ancillary services that ultimately support the entire supply chain of
URW.
Downstream:
• Local communities and consumers/end-users includes local
communities, visitors, and customers of the tenants in URW assets.
• Tenants operating businesses within URW properties are part of the
Group’s value chain.
URW’S VALUE CHAIN
In 2024, the Group updated its double materiality analysis initially performed in 2023 (based on the ESRS draft),including the potential impact of
URW’s sustainability issues on its value chain, to develop appropriate strategies to address them (see Section 3.2.3.2.3 Policies related to value chain
workers), as URW is considering all its key stakeholders in the scope of the Sustainability Statement. This inclusive approach strives to guarantee
that the interests and concerns of all parties involved in the Company’s operations, from employees and customers to investors, suppliers and the
communities the Group operates in, are considered and addressed. Business relationships, stakeholders and the associated communication
channels are detailed in Section 3.2.1.3.2 Interests and views of stakeholders.
Standing
assets
URW
Construction
sites
Joint-venture
partners
Suppliers
Tier-1
Suppliers
Tier-2 to N
Co-owners
Tenants
Consumers
End-users
Neighbouring
communities
Local communities
Partners
Upstream Downstream
Visitors
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3.2.1.1.2 Disclosures in relation to specific
circumstances (ESRS 2 BP-2)
This section presents the specificities identified in the first year of
application, the changes in the reporting scope and the evolutions of
calculation perimeters when applicable. For more information on which
assets belong to which reporting scopes, please see Section 3.2.1.1.1
General basis for preparation of the Sustainability Statement.
3.2.1.1.2.1 First-time application note
This 2024 sustainability statement applies the requirements of the
CSRD. In the context of the first year of application of the CSRD, for
which certain definitions, standards and scopes of application have yet
to be established or clarified, or consensus does not exist among the
sector's main partners, this statement has been prepared taking into
account the information and knowledge available at the time of
publication.
Given the existence of industry standards (EPRA), the absence of
sector-specific ESRS for real estate, and the fact that investors are
closely looking at some sector-specific factors specific to this sector,
URW has integrated additional information directly into each standard
(e.g., BREEAM In-Use certifications, EPRA sustainability best practice
recommendations on reporting). Publishing this information also allows
URW to address topics related to material IROs. For example, the
BREEAM In-Use certification is not linked to a specific IRO but is
relevant for environmental IROs, while alignment with EPRA guidelines
enhances URW’s transparency meeting investor expectations.
In particular, this first sustainability statement presents contextual
specificities related to the first year of application:
• The use of scope limitations, particularly regarding the fact that
policies, action plans, and targets – including the climate transition
plan – cover the Better Places scope as described in Section 3.2.1.1.1
General Basis for the Preparation of Sustainability Statement and as
reiterated in the introduction to Section 3.2.2 Environmental
Information, or of estimates made on a case-by-case basis for some
data as specified alongside values communicated in the thematic
sections of the sustainability statement;
• Remaining uncertainties regarding the methodologies to be applied:
- Particularly in terms of double materiality on the assessment of
some sustainability issues at the IRO level (Section 3.2.1.4.1
Description of processes to identify and assess material impacts,
risks, and opportunities);
- And the integration of tenant energy-related GHG emissions into
scope 3 (Section 3.2.2.2.9 Gross GHG emissions of Scopes 1, 2, and
3 and total GHG emissions), in accordance with the GHG Protocol
and market practice;
• Some information required by ESRS standards are not available as of
December 31, 2024, due to (i) insufficient maturity of some specific
reporting tools to isolate and process the required granularity of
information, particularly the calculation of the percentage of at-risk
employees trained on anti-corruption (3.2.4.2.3 Training) or (ii)
methodology gap in the coverage of all invoices in the calculation of
payment terms (Section 3.2.4.6 Payment Practices).
3.2.1.1.2.2 Changes and the evolutions in reporting
Changes in the Better Places reporting scope may also occur as a result
of the start or end of a management mandate; acquisitions or disposals
of assets; development of new assets; or major renovations and
extensions. To compare data from one year to another, a “like-for-like”
scope is used when calculating data evolutions. The like-for-like scope
corresponds to a restricted scope of assets that are both present in the
Better Places scope (as defined in Section 3.2.1.1.1 General basis for
preparation of the Sustainability Statement) of the year 2024, and of
that of the year 2023. It is used to assess an indicator’s evolution over
time, based on a comparable portfolio. The like-for-like scope is not
used for CSRD and operational scopesis
Reporting period and reference year (CSRD and Better
Places)
Environmental, social, and societal data are reported as of December 31
of the reporting year, covering one calendar year. However, due to the
scheduling requirements for the release of the Universal registration
Document ("URD"), some environmental data, such as energy
consumption, energy-related Scopes 1 and 2 GHG emissions, and water
consumption, are estimated for the last quarter if the information is not
available. The estimation is performed on actual data from the last
quarter of the previous year. This ensures timely reporting while
maintaining accuracy.
The Better Places sustainability roadmap uses 2015 as its reference
year for measuring progress against energy and carbon-related
objectives. This baseline year was chosen as the last available year with
full data when Better Places 2030 was released in 2016 and has been
maintained for consistency and transparency in performance
measurement and reporting. For water and waste-related targets, the
baseline is 2019.
For Viparis and the Convention & Exhibition activity, the Better Events
2030 sustainability roadmap sets 2014 as the reference year for
energy-related objectives and 2019 for carbon-related objectives.
Time horizons
URW's time horizons for the Sustainability Statement (including the
double materiality assessment) are aligned with the Enterprise Risk
Management ("ERM") framework (see Section 6.1.2 Group Enterprise
Risk Management framework), unless specified otherwise (i.e. for
specific targets and baselines), and thus take into account long-term
sustainability issues:
• Short-term : 0–1 year (as financial statements)
• Medium-term: 2–5 years
• Long-term: Over 5 years
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Definitions and reporting values
Indicators are expressed in absolute value or in the form of ratios to
express efficiency and comparable trends. Intensity ratios are
calculated using different types of denominators, depending on the type
of information:
• Denominators related to floor area (sqm):
- Area served with energy: the area of common and private spaces
supplied with asset-level managed energy. This denominator is
used for standing assets to calculate the energy efficiency (see
Section 3.2.2.2.8 Energy consumption and mix) and the energy-
related Scopes 1 and 2 carbon intensity (see Section 3.2.2.2.9 Gross
Scopes 1, 2 and 3 and total GHG emissions) for shopping centres
and offices;
- Total operated area: total standing asset floor area, including both
private and common areas. This denominator is used to calculate
energy-related Scopes 1, 2 and 3 carbon intensity of operations,
including tenant emissions (see Section 3.2.2.2.9 Gross Scopes 1, 2
and 3 and total GHG emissions); and
- Consolidated building area, corresponding to:
• The GLA of the property-owning companies for shopping
centres; the total floor space according to consolidation for
offices; and
• The total floor space according to consolidation for Convention &
Exhibition venues. This area is used to calculate data coverages.
• Denominators related to intensity of use, adapted to each business
unit:
- Footfall (annual number of visitors) for shopping centres;
- Occupants (maximum office capacity multiplied by the asset
occupancy rate) for offices;
- Areas occupied per days of occupancy (sqm DOCC) for Convention
& Exhibition venues: the annual total cumulative surface occupied
by the tenants when the venues are open (including assembly,
exhibition and disassembly phases of a fair); and
- Indicators expressing intensity in euros are based on FY Net Rental
Income ("NRI").
For all figures, in the disclosed tables or graphics, totals may not add up
due to rounding.
Continuous improvement of definitions and data quality
URW continuously strives to improve the quality and comparability of its
sustainability data, as well as its alignment with external reporting
standards and frameworks. For example, URW identified uncertainty
sources as regards the Group carbon footprint:
Scopes 1 and 2 emissions
Regarding Scopes 1 and 2 emissions, the reporting methodology
developed by the Group, the sources of the data used for calculation
(invoices for energy consumption and published supplier data and
country data for emissions factors) as well as the history of Group data
published support the consistency of the presented results. However:
• The estimation of energy consumption in some invoices from energy
suppliers may result in under or over-estimations. These are usually
resolved during the following year;
• The carbon emission factors provided by energy providers based on
their energy mix are verified and made public but may be released
after URW reporting closure date. In that case, the emission factor
from the previous year is used, which ensures data consistency in the
long term.
Scope 3 emissions
Regarding Scope 3 emissions, processed information can only be
partially managed. A qualitative analysis of margins of error is therefore
presented hereunder for the 3 main areas of construction, operation
and mobility.
Construction
Margins of error may be related to:
• The qualitative nature of some environmental information used
(Environmental Product Declaration);
• The quantities of materials used for each new development
project;and
• The tracking of construction cost trends over time (economic ratios).
In order to reduce uncertainty, quantities of materials used are
challenged by construction managers during project reviews (to
optimise construction costs and carbon impact).
Operations
Margins of error for energy sources non-managed by the Group (energy
directly purchased and managed by the tenants) may be linked to
energy consumption or to the carbon emission factors:
• Private energy consumptions are calculated by using intensity ratios
obtained in cases where the Group provides electricity directly to the
tenants. To limit uncertainty, the sample is built with private
electricity data from around 10 shopping centres across Europe in
2024; and
• The energy mix each tenant is using is not known by the Group. To
address this issue, the carbon emission factors are calculated based
on conservative assumptions (residual emissions factors).
Mobility
Margins of error may be related to the number of visitors to each site, to
the assessment of modal shares, to the assessment of the distances
covered by each mode of transport (catchment areas), to the occupancy
rate for cars and, lastly, to the emission factors used for each mode of
transport. To strengthen the reliability of the data inputs, the Group
updated its reporting methodology and tools in 2019. Furthermore, to
limit the sources of errors on data evolution, 3 of the 4 parameters listed
above have been fixed, to focus only on the annual data collection and
verification of modal shares reported through customer marketing
surveys. Other parameters are being updated on a lower frequency
basis.
Estimations for 2024 data
The estimation method used is a conservative method. This approach is
applied when data is not available, using known or inferred consumption
data from a recent and comparable period to fill in the gaps for the
missing periods. The complete details of this method are available in the
Group’s methodological note.
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3.
Incorporation by reference
ESRS
Disclosure
requirements Datapoints URD section
2
BP-2 9 6.1.2 Group Enterprise Risk Management Framework
GOV- 1
19 ; 20 ; 21
2.2.1 The Management Board
2.2.2.1.2 Composition of the Supervisory Board
22 3.1 Better Places roadmap
GOV- 2 24 ; 25 ; 26 2.2.2.4. Specialised Supervisory Board
GOV- 3 27 ; 28 ; 29 2.3.1 Remuneration Policy
GOV- 4 30 6.1.2 Group Enterprise Risk Management Framework
GOV- 5 34 ; 35 ; 36
6.1.2 Group Enterprise Risk Management Framework
6.1.3 Internal control system
SBM-1
40
1.5 Portfolio
4.2 Other information
38 ; 39 ; 42
1.3 Strategy and business model
3.1 Better Places roadmap
SBM-2 45 3.1 Better Places roadmap
SBM-3 46 ; 47 ; 48
1.3 Strategy and business model
6.2.2.3 Category #3: Environmental and social responsibility risks
5.4. Notes to the statutory financial statements (2.5)
IRO-1 51 6.2.2.3 Category #3: Environmental and social responsibility risks
E1
E1-1 16 6.1.2 Group Enterprise Risk Management framework
E1-5 43 5.1 Consolidated financial statements
E1-6 55 5.1 Consolidated financial statements
E3 E3-4
29
5.1 Consolidated financial statements
Disclosures pursuant to
Article 8 of Regulation
(EU) 2020/852
(Taxonomy Regulation)
Minimum safeguards
6.2.1 Ratings of the main specific risk factors
2.4.1 Ethics and compliance: a daily and essential requirement
2.4 Ethics and compliance within the URW Group
6.2.2.5 Category #5: legal and regulatory risks
5.2 Notes to the consolidated financial statements
G1
G1-1 7
2.4.4 Compliance programme 2.4.5 Anti-Corruption programme
G1-3 18
2.4 Ethics and compliance within the URW Group
6.2.2.5 Category #5: legal and regulatory risks
G1-4 22 2.4.5 Anti-Corruption Programme
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LIST OF DATAPOINTS IN CROSS-CUTTING AND TOPICAL STANDARDS THAT DERIVE FROM OTHER EU LEGISLATION
Disclosure requirement and related
datapoint SFDR reference Pillar 3 reference Benchmark Regulation reference
EU Climate Law
reference
Section of
the URD
ESRS 2 GOV-1 Board’s gender
diversity paragraph 21 (d)
Indicator number 13 of Table #1
of Annex 1
Commission Delegated
Regulation (EU) 2020/181627,
Annex II
2.2.2.1
ESRS 2 GOV-1 Percentage of
board members who are
independent paragraph 21 (e)
Delegated Regulation (EU) 2020/
1816, Annex II
2.2.2.1
ESRS 2 GOV-4 Statement on
due diligence paragraph 30
Indicator number 10 of Table #3
of Annex 1
3.2.1.2.4
ESRS 2 SBM-1 Involvement in
activities related to fossil fuel
activities paragraph 40 (d) i
Indicator number 4 of Table #1 of
Annex 1
Article 449a Regulation (EU)
No 575/2013; Commission
Implementing Regulation (EU)
2022/245328 Table 1:
Qualitative information on
Environmental risk and Table 2:
Qualitative on Social risk
information
Delegated Regulation (EU) 2020/
1816, Annex II
Non
applicable
ESRS 2 SBM-1 Involvement in
activities related to chemical
production paragraph 40 (d) ii
Indicator number 9 of Table #2 of
Annex 1
Delegated Regulation (EU) 2020/
1816, Annex II
Non
applicable
ESRS 2 SBM-1 Involvement in
activities related to
controversial weapons
paragraph 40 (d) iii
Indicator number 14 of Table #1
of Annex 1
Delegated Regulation (EU) 2020/
181829, Article 12(1) and
Delegated Regulation (EU) 2020/
1816, Annex II
Non
applicable
ESRS 2 SBM-1 Involvement in
activities related to cultivation
and production of tobacco
paragraph 40 (d) iv
Delegated Regulation (EU) 2020/
1818, Article 12(1) and Delegated
Regulation (EU) 2020/1816,
Annex II
Non
applicable
ESRS E1-1 Transition plan to
reach climate neutrality by
2050 paragraph 14
Regulation
(EU) 2021/
1119, Article
2(1)
3.2.2.2.2
ESRS E1-1 Undertakings
excluded from Paris-aligned
benchmarks paragraph 16 (g)
Article 449a Regulation (EU)
No 575/2013; Commission
Implementing Regulation (EU)
2022/2453 Template 1:
Banking book – Climate change
transition risk: Credit quality of
exposures by sector, emissions
and residual maturity
Delegated Regulation (EU) 2020/
1818, Article 12.1 (d) to (g), and
Article 12.2
Non
applicable
ESRS E1-4 GHG emission
reduction targets paragraph 34
Indicator number 4 of Table #2 of
Annex 1
Article 449a Regulation (EU)
No 575/2013; Commission
Implementing Regulation (EU)
2022/2453 Template 3:
Banking book – Climate change
transition risk: alignment
metrics
Delegated Regulation (EU) 2020/
1818, Article 6
3.2.2.2.2,
3.2.2.2.7
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datapoint SFDR reference Pillar 3 reference Benchmark Regulation reference
EU Climate Law
reference
Section of
the URD
ESRS E1-5 Energy
consumption from fossil
sources disaggregated by
sources (only high climate
impact sectors) paragraph 38
Indicator number 5 of Table #1 of
Annex 1 and Indicator number 5
of Table #2 of Annex 1
3.2.2.2.8
ESRS E1-5 Energy
consumption and mix
paragraph 37
Indicator number 5 of Table #1 of
Annex 1
3.2.2.2.8
ESRS E1-5 Energy intensity
associated with activities in
high climate impact sectors
paragraphs 40 to 43
Indicator number 6 of Table #1 of
Annex 1
3.2.2.2.8
ESRS E1-6 Gross Scopes 1, 2
and 3 and total GHG emissions
paragraph 44
Indicator number 1 of Table #1 of
Annex 1 and Indicator number 2
of Table #1 of Annex 1
Article 449a; Regulation (EU)
No 575/2013; Commission
Implementing Regulation (EU)
2022/2453 Template 1:
Banking book – Climate change
transition risk: Credit quality of
exposures by sector, emissions
and residual maturity
Delegated Regulation (EU) 2020/
1818, Article 5(1), 6 and 8(1)
3.2.2.2.9
ESRS E1-6 Gross GHG
emissions intensity paragraphs
53 to 55
Indicator number 3 of Table #1 of
Annex 1
Article 449a Regulation (EU)
No 575/2013; Commission
Implementing Regulation (EU)
2022/2453 Template 3:
Banking book – Climate change
transition risk: alignment
metrics
Delegated Regulation (EU) 2020/
1818, Article 8(1)
3.2.2.2.9
ESRS E1-7 GHG removals and
carbon credits paragraph 56
Regulation
(EU) 2021/
1119, Article
2(1)
3.2.2.2.10
ESRS E1-9 Exposure of the
benchmark portfolio to climate-
related physical risks
paragraph 66
Delegated Regulation (EU) 2020/
1818, Annex II and Delegated
Regulation (EU) 2020/1816,
Annex II
Non
applicable
ESRS E1-9 Disaggregation of
monetary amounts by acute
and chronic physical risk
paragraph 66 (a)ESRS E1-9
Location of significant assets at
material physical risk
paragraph 66 (c)
Article 449a Regulation (EU)
No 575/2013; Commission
Implementing Regulation (EU)
2022/2453 paragraphs 46 and
47; Template 5: Banking book –
Climate change physical risk:
Exposures subject to physical
risk
Non
applicable
ESRS E1-9 Breakdown of the
carrying value of its real estate
assets by energy-efficiency
classes paragraph 67 (c)
Article 449a Regulation (EU)
No 575/2013; Commission
Implementing Regulation (EU)
2022/2453 paragraph 34;
Template 2: Banking book –
Climate change transition risk:
Loans collateralised by
immovable property – Energy
efficiency of the collateral
Non
applicable
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datapoint SFDR reference Pillar 3 reference Benchmark Regulation reference
EU Climate Law
reference
Section of
the URD
ESRS E1-9 Degree of exposure
of the portfolio to climate-
related opportunities paragraph
69
Delegated Regulation (EU) 2020/
1818, Annex II
Non
applicable
ESRS E2-4 Amount of each
pollutant listed in Annex II of
the E-PRTR Regulation
(European Pollutant Release
and Transfer Register) emitted
to air, water and soil paragraph
28
Indicator number 8 of Table #1 of
Annex 1, Indicator number 2 of
Table #2 of Annex 1, Indicator
number 1 of Table #2 of Annex 1,
and Indicator number 3 of Table
#2 of Annex 1
Non
applicable
ESRS E3-1 Water and marine
resources paragraph 9
Indicator number 7 of Table #2 of
Annex 1
3.2.2.3.2
ESRS E3-1 Dedicated policy
paragraph 13
Indicator number 8 of Table 2 of
Annex 1
3.2.2.3.2
ESRS E3-1 Sustainable oceans
and seas paragraph 14
Indicator number 12 of Table #2
of Annex 1
3.2.2.3.2
ESRS E3-4 Total water
recycled and reused paragraph
28 (c)
Indicator number 6.2 of Table #2
of Annex 1
3.2.2.3.5
ESRS E3-4 Total water
consumption in m3 per net
revenue on own operations
paragraph 29
Indicator number 6.1 of Table #2
of Annex 1
3.2.2.3.5
ESRS 2 – IRO 1 – E4 paragraph
16 (a) i
Indicator number 7 of Table #1 of
Annex 1
3.2.2.4.3
ESRS 2 – IRO 1 – E4 paragraph
16 (b)
Indicator number 10 of Table #2
of Annex 1
3.2.2.4.3
ESRS 2 – IRO 1 – E4 paragraph
16 (c)
Indicator number 14 of Table #2
of Annex 1
3.2.2.4.3
ESRS E4-2 Sustainable land /
agriculture practices or policies
paragraph 24 (b)
Indicator number 11 of Table #2
of Annex 1
3.2.2.4.4
ESRS E4-2 Sustainable oceans
/ seas practices or policies
paragraph 24 (c)
Indicator number 12 of Table #2
of Annex 1
3.2.2.4.4
ESRS E4-2 Policies to address
deforestation paragraph 24 (d)
Indicator number 15 Table #2 of
Annex 1
3.2.2.4.4
ESRS E5-5 Non-recycled waste
paragraph 37 (d)
Indicator number 13 of Table #2
of Annex 1
3.2.2.5.6
ESRS E5-5 Hazardous waste
and radioactive waste
paragraph 39
Indicator number 9 of Table #1 of
Annex 1
3.2.2.5.6
ESRS 2 – SBM3 – S1 Risk of
incidents of forced labour
paragraph 14 (f)
Indicator number 13 of Table #3
of Annex I
3.2.3.1.2
ESRS 2 – SBM3 – S1 Risk of
incidents of child labour
paragraph 14 (g)
Indicator number 12 of Table #3
of Annex I
3.2.3.1.2
ESRS S1-1 Human rights policy
commitments paragraph 20
Indicator number 9 of Table #3 of
Annex I and Indicator number 11
of Table #1 of Annex I
3.2.3.1.3
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datapoint SFDR reference Pillar 3 reference Benchmark Regulation reference
EU Climate Law
reference
Section of
the URD
ESRS S1-1 Due diligence
policies on issues addressed by
the fundamental International
Labour Organization
Conventions 1 to 8
paragraph21
Delegated Regulation (EU) 2020/
1816, Annex II
3.2.3.1.3
ESRS S1-1 processes and
measures for preventing
trafficking in human beings
paragraph 22
Indicator number 11 of Table #3
of Annex I
3.2.3.1.3
ESRS S1-1 workplace accident
prevention policy or
management system
paragraph 23
Indicator number 1 of Table #3 of
Annex I
3.2.3.1.5
ESRS S1-3 grievance/
complaints handling
mechanisms paragraph 32 (c)
Indicator number 5 of Table #3 of
Annex I
3.2.3.1.5
ESRS S1-14 Number of
fatalities and number and rate
of work-related accidents
paragraph 88 (b) and (c)
Indicator number 2 of Table #3 of
Annex I
Delegated Regulation (EU) 2020/
1816, Annex II
3.2.3.1.14
ESRS S1-14 Number of days
lost to injuries, accidents,
fatalities or illness paragraph
88 (e)
Indicator number 3 of Table #3 of
Annex I
3.2.3.1.14
ESRS S1-16 Unadjusted gender
pay gap paragraph 97 (a)
Indicator number 12 of Table #1
of Annex I
Delegated Regulation (EU) 2020/
1816, Annex II
3.2.3.1.15
ESRS S1-16 Excessive CEO pay
ratio paragraph 97 (b)
Indicator number 8 of Table #3 of
Annex I
3.2.3.1.15
ESRS S1-17 Incidents of
discrimination paragraph 103
(a)
Indicator number 7 of Table #3 of
Annex I
3.2.3.1.16
ESRS S1-17 Non-respect of
UNGPs on Business and Human
Rights and OECD paragraph
104 (a)
Indicator number 10 of Table #1
of Annex I and Indicator number
14 of Table #3 of Annex I
Delegated Regulation (EU) 2020/
1816, Annex II and Delegated
Regulation (EU) 2020/1818 Art
12 (1)
3.2.3.1.16
ESRS 2 – SBM3 – S2 Significant
risk of child labour or forced
labour in the value chain
paragraph 11 (b)
Indicator number 12 of Table #3
of Annex I and Indicator number
13 of Table #3 of Annex I
3.2.3.1.2
ESRS S2-1 Human rights policy
commitments paragraph 17
Indicator number 9 of Table #3 of
Annex 1 and Indicator number 11
of Table #1 of Annex 1
3.2.3.2.3
ESRS S2-1 Policies related to
value chain workers paragraph
18
Indicator number 11 of Table #3
of Annex 1 and Indicator number
4 of Table #3 of Annex 1
3.2.3.2.3
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EU Climate Law
reference
Section of
the URD
ESRS S2-1 Non-respect of
UNGPs on Business and Human
Rights principles and OECD
guidelines paragraph 19
Indicator number 10 of Table #1
of Annex 1
Delegated Regulation (EU) 2020/
1816, Annex II and Delegated
Regulation (EU) 2020/1818, Art
12 (1)
3.2.3.2.3
ESRS S2-1 Due diligence
policies on issues addressed by
the fundamental International
Labour Organization
Conventions 1 to 8 paragraph
19
Delegated Regulation (EU) 2020/
1816, Annex II
3.2.3.2.3
ESRS S2-4 Human rights
issues and incidents connected
to its upstream and
downstream value chain
paragraph 36
Indicator number 14 of Table #3
of Annex 1
3.2.3.2.6
ESRS S3-1 Human rights policy
commitments paragraph 16
Indicator number 9 of Table #3 of
Annex 1 and Indicator number 11
of Table #1 of Annex 1
3.2.3.3.3
ESRS S3-1 Non-respect of
UNGPs on Business and Human
Rights, International Labour
Organization principles and/or
OECD guidelines paragraph 17
Indicator number 10 of Table #1
of Annex 1
Delegated Regulation (EU) 2020/
1816, Annex II Delegated
Regulation (EU) 2020/1818, Art
12 (1)
3.2.3.3.3
ESRS S3-4 Human rights
issues and incidents paragraph
36
Indicator number 14 of Table #3
of Annex 1
3.2.3.3.6
ESRS S4-1 Policies related to
consumers and end-users
paragraph 16
Indicator number 9 of Table #3 of
Annex 1 and Indicator number 11
of Table #1 of Annex 1
3.2.3.4.3
ESRS S4-1 Non-respect of
UNGPs on Business and Human
Rights and OECD guidelines
paragraph 17
Indicator number 10 of Table #1
of Annex 1
Delegated Regulation (EU) 2020/
1816, Annex II Delegated
Regulation (EU) 2020/1818, Art
12 (1)
3.2.3.4.3
ESRS S4-4 Human rights
issues and incidents paragraph
35
Indicator number 14 of Table #3
of Annex 1
3.2.3.4.6
ESRS G1-1 United Nations
Convention against Corruption
paragraph 10 (b)
Indicator number 15 of Table #3
of Annex 1
3.2.4.2
ESRS G1-1 Protection of
whistle-blowers paragraph 10
(d)
Indicator number 6 of Table #3 of
Annex 1
3.2.4.2
ESRS G1-4 Fines for violation of
anti-corruption and anti-
bribery laws paragraph 24 (a)
Indicator number 17 of Table #3
of Annex 1
Delegated Regulation (EU) 2020/
1816, Annex II
2.4.5,
3.2.4.5
ESRS G1-4 Standards of anti-
corruption and anti-bribery
paragraph 24 (b)
Indicator number 16 of Table #3
of Annex 1
2.4.5,
3.2.4.5
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3.2.1.2 Governance
3.2.1.2.1 The role of the administrative,
management and supervisory bodies
(ESRS 2 GOV-1)
3.2.1.2.1.1 Composition of the administrative,
management and supervisory bodies
and their access to expertise and skills
with regard to sustainability matters
The governance structure of URW SE is detailed in Section 2.2
Management and Supervisory bodies.
Management Board as at December 31, 2024
As of December 31, 2024, the Management Board (“MB”) is composed
of 5 members and chaired by Mr Jean-Marie Tritant; for full details
please refer to Section 2.2.1.1 Composition of the Management Board.
The percentage of women within the MB is of 20% (1 out of 5).
In addition to overseeing the Human Resources, Sustainability and
Information Technology departments, Sylvain Montcouquiol, the Chief
Resources and Sustainability Officer ("CRSO"), supervises the
implementation of the Better Places roadmap (Environmental
Transition, Sustainable Experience and Thriving Communities) and
CSRD compliance. For more information, please see Section 2.2.1 The
Management Board.
Supervisory Board as at December 31, 2024
The Supervisory Board (“SB”) composition is detailed in Section 2.2.2.1.2
Composition of the Supervisory Board. The competencies and skills of
the SB members are available in Section 2.2.2.1.2 Composition of the
Supervisory Board where a detailed experience matrix is provided. A
focus is made on the 9 key competencies identified to best carry out the
SB duties, in light of the nature and scope of the Group’s core business
and strategy, with “ESG/sustainability” being part of those 9 essential
skills.
100% of the SB members have been qualified as ESG/sustainability
experts, with those specific skills (competencies in social, environment,
climate and governance matters, and sustainability) being further
developed in the biographies of the SB members (see Section 2.2.2.1.2
Composition of the Supervisory Board). It has been discussed and
decided within the Governance, Nomination and Remuneration
Committee (“GNRC”) and the SB to prioritise recruiting SB members
with robust ESG/sustainability expertise to ensure that they can
challenge efficiently the ESG/sustainability strategies proposed by the
MB.
As a consequence, the SB as a whole represents a wide range of ESG/
sustainability expertise, having been in their other/former functions or
being currently responsible for, amongst others: sustainable finance
and impact funds platforms, implementation of ESG strategies with
environmental values (notably on carbon footprint reduction, net zero
carbon strategy or energy transition), sustainable developments,
circular economy, extra financial indicators, sustainability standards,
human capital, environmental certification of development projects,
and/or relations with institutional equity investors. Some members also
sit on ESG clubs, other boards, or ESG, Strategy or Steering
Committees, and/or have executive positions with ESG and
sustainability responsibilities. In their different positions they also
monitor compliance and business ethics, corporate social responsibility
strategy and practices, ensuring non-discrimination, and oversee
diversity and talent management, notably change management and
related reporting.
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3.2.1.2.1.2 Roles and responsibilities of the administrative, management and supervisory bodies with
regard to sustainability matters
The sustainability governance and the Better Places roadmap are built around 3 priorities:
• Monitoring sustainability performance by ensuring that the objectives of the Better Places programme are fully integrated into the Group’s
business and decision-making processes;
• Engaging all stakeholders and employees of the Group in order to collectively achieve the objectives of the Better Places roadmap; and
• Complying with all sustainability-related regulations, such as the CSRD and the upcoming Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive
("CS3D").
BETTER PLACES COORDINATION MEETINGS
Sylvain Montcouquiol (CRSO & Sponsor) + Clément Jeannin
(Group Director of Sustainability) + Pillar leads
SUPERVISORY BOARD
MANAGEMENT BOARD
Quarterly updates
GOVERNANCE, NOMINATION AND
REMUNERATION COMMITTEE
Ad hoc meetings
AUDIT COMMITTEE
At least 1/year
SUSTAINABILITY TEAM
SUSTAINABILITY CHAMPIONS
Monthly meetings
EUROPEAN EMPLOYEE
COMMITTEE
Ad hoc meetings
CHIEF OPERATING
OFFICERS’ MEETINGS
Ad hoc meetings
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
Quarterly meeting
ENVIRONMENTAL
TRANSITION
SUSTAINABLE
EXPERIENCE
THRIVING
COMMUNITIES
PERFORMANCE
MANAGEMENT
BETTER PLACES ROADMAP
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The sustainability governance is structured around the following
bodies:
• The Supervisory Board ("SB")
(1)
, including its two committees (the
Audit Committee ("AC") and the Governance, Nomination and
Remuneration Committee, GNRC), oversees the sustainability
programme as part of its regular business reviews and discusses the
sustainability roadmap during regular, ad hoc or strategy sessions
whenever needed.
ESG is a core component of URW’s long-term competitive strategy
and at the heart of the Group business model. ESG topics are
monitored directly at the SB level in plenary sessions, given its
importance and the willingness to associate all SB members in these
discussions, the SB believing that a specific committee would not be
relevant. Indeed, the strategic nature of that matter and the
Company’s requirement to address them at the SB level are of
paramount importance. ESG is also presented and discussed in more
detail twice a year, with a focus on ongoing issues and the action plan,
in the presence of the Group Director of Sustainability. ESG is also a
topic regularly discussed at annual strategic meetings or ad hoc
sessions, during the onboarding programme, and the SB ongoing
trainings.
A comprehensive resume of skills and experiences of each SB
member is disclosed in Section 2.2.2.1.2 Composition and Diversity of
the Supervisory Board (as of December 31, 2024), which is discussed
and updated each year. Specifically, for ESG/sustainability skill,
detailed reports are provided through a matrix gathering the SB
expertise in ESG as a whole. This enables to monitor the SB expertise,
and be proactive in recruiting future SB members with adequate
profiles. Additionally, on that basis, the SB can request external
reports and specific trainings, to remain able to challenge the MB on
the sustainability roadmap and future opportunities. For more
information on the skills and experiences of SB members, please see
Section 2.2.2.1.2 Composition and Diversity of the Supervisory Board.
• The Audit Committee ("AC")
(1)
is provided with comprehensive
information on sustainability matters. It oversees the sustainability
reporting process, the effectiveness of internal control and risk
management systems in relation to sustainability, and where
appropriate, internal audits in relation to sustainability reporting. The
AC is responsible for the supervision of the double materiality
analysis updates and changes in terms of material IROs, as it
supervises the processes of preparation and publishment of financial
and non-financial information by the Group. The effectiveness of
internal control is the responsibility of the Management Board, and
the Supervisory Board (in particular via the Audit Committee) and
they monitor its implementation.
• The Governance, Nomination and Remuneration Committee
("GNRC")
(1)
oversees social and governance matters. This includes
data on URW’s Diversity Policy, as well as social and governance
practices, compliance, ethics and human resources. It regularly
reviews and assesses the effectiveness of the actions in place,
making necessary adjustments to enhance the Group’s performance.
The GNRC discuss the sustainability metrics used in short-term
incentive (“STI”) and long-term incentive (“LTI”) targets included in
the remuneration policy. This approach ensures that social and
governance matters are integrated into URW’s core business
strategy, promoting long-term value creation for all stakeholders.
• The Management Board ("MB")
(2)
and the Executive Committee
("EC") act as the Group Sustainability Steering Committee by
defining the strategy and key Group policies, and by monitoring the
implementation of the sustainability programme presented and
reviewed by the SB. They are responsible for advancing URW’s Better
Places sustainability roadmap, and oversee policies, actions and
targets related to material IROs, as they are actively involved in the
decision-making process regarding sustainability initiatives, ensuring
that the Group’s business operations align with its commitment to
sustainable development. They report on progress and results to the
SB. The MB and EC are chaired by the Chief Executive Officer (“CEO”).
The CRSO is responsible for overseeing progress related to material
IROs for URW. For more information on the scope of each MB and EC
member, please see Section 2.2.1.2 Management Board Functioning.
• Chief Operating Officers (“COOs”) are members of the EC. There
may be instances where ad hoc meetings are convened. These
meetings serve to brief them on specific topics that necessitate local
input, roll-out and approval. This approach ensures that all of URW’s
geographical regions are incorporated into the sustainability
decision-making process.
• Better Places coordination meetings regroup Sylvain
Montcouquiol
(3)
, CRSO and member of the MB, Clément Jeannin,
Group Director of Sustainability, and the pillar leads of the Better
Places roadmap. The meetings are dedicated to follow-up on the
action plan of the Better Places roadmap with topical presentation of
material IROs, and ensure coordination across all functions and
geographies.
• A dedicated Sustainability team is responsible for overseeing and
supporting the implementation of the Group’s sustainability roadmap
across the organisation. This team develops tools and methodologies
and supports and trains other corporate teams as well as the
country/regional teams. It shares best practices and measures
sustainability performance to regularly report on results and
progress achieved (see Section 3.1 Better Places roadmap).
(1) Please see the last version of the applicable Charter at https://www.urw.com/en/group/corporate-governance/the-supervisory-board.
(2) Please see the last version of the applicable Charter at https://www.urw.com/en/group/corporate-governance/the-management-board.
(3) Reports directly to the CEO.
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• Sustainability Champions play a crucial role in advancing the
Better Places roadmap. They serve as local contact points,
coordinate sustainability efforts and address any specific issues that
arise at the local level. These profiles act as a bridge between
corporate teams and local teams, ensuring that policies defined at
the Group level are adequately deployed across all geographies. This
structure allows for a smooth flow of information and ensures that
sustainability practices are consistently implemented throughout the
organisation.
• The European Employee Committee (“EEC”) also plays a role in
the implementation of the Better Places roadmap. The EEC is
informed and/or consulted through ad hoc meetings to ensure that
employee representatives are adequately integrated into the overall
governance as well as in the implementation of Better Places. Topics
discussed in 2024 include URW’s homeworking policy, inclusion
(maternity leaves/parenthood management), the Group’s
restructuring approach, talent retention, work-life balance
management, processes optimisation opportunities, learning and
development, and CSRD implementation. The CSRD topic has also
been addressed by the French local employee committee. The EEC’s
involvement underscores URW’s commitment to transparency in the
pursuit of its sustainability targets and involving employees into the
implementation.
Focus on sustainability performance management
URW has established a dedicated sustainability performance
management to ensure that progress against the targets set in the
Better Places roadmap, as well as key sustainability topics, are
thoroughly monitored and discussed with various internal stakeholders.
This systematic approach guarantees that all relevant aspects of
sustainability are addressed and integrated into the Group’s overall
strategy and performance monitoring mechanisms.
• Group sustainability performance reviews: each year, the AC,
the GNRC, the MB, and the EC receive a comprehensive report on the
implementation of the Better Places roadmap (see Section 3.1 Better
Places roadmap). This report provides an in-depth analysis of the
progress made towards achieving the Group’s sustainability targets,
highlights areas for improvement, and outlines the steps taken to
address these areas. The review ensures that all key internal
stakeholders are informed about the ongoing efforts and
advancements in URW’s sustainability initiatives.
• Regional sustainability performance reviews: these offer a
comprehensive analysis of progress at the regional level, enabling
the COO to clearly understand areas of success and those needing
improvement. These reviews provide valuable insights into top-
performing areas as well as underperforming ones and include
comparative data between regions. Additionally, these reviews serve
as a platform for Sustainability Champions and operational experts,
covering both environmental and social topics, to discuss and present
their progress. This information is shared with both the CRSO and the
local COO, fostering informed discussions and strategic planning.
When applicable, local action plans and objectives are also
discussed.
• Business plans – sustainability component: these business plans,
that integrates key financial and non-financial data, include a
dedicated sustainability components related to the roll-out of the
Better Places roadmap. These presentations feature a selection of
KPIs to provide attendees with a detailed understanding of how
capital expenditures ("CAPEX") are being invested to achieve targets
at the Group, regional and national levels.
Concerning business conduct, URW is organised with the “One Group”
concept: the MB who is accountable for the Group strategy and results,
in front of the SB. The 4 regional COOs (Central Europe, Northern
Europe and the UK, Southern Europe and the US) have both strategic
and business responsibilities of their respective areas and functional
responsibilities of their dedicated European Centre of Excellence
(International Leasing, Shopping Centre Management and PMPS;
Concept Studio; Construction; and Events) they provide with support
and expertise.
The Group Compliance Officer ("GCO") is responsible for overseeing
compliance within the organisation, and ensuring compliance with laws,
regulatory requirements, policies and procedures. The GCO provides
assurance to the Board regarding the effectiveness and efficiency of the
policies during a quarterly meeting called the “Group Ethics and
Compliance Committee”. Additionally, the GCO reports to the Group
General Counsel and to the CEO for whistleblowing matters. He also
informs the MB and SB if important issues or any material violations
arise.
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3.2.1.2.2 Information provided to and
sustainability matters addressed by the
administrative, management and
supervisory bodies (ESRS 2 GOV-2)
Sustainability is a core component of URW’s strategy and is at the heart
of the Group business model. Sustainability topics are addressed at the
SB level in plenary sessions, given its importance and the willingness to
associate all SB members in these discussions. Sustainability updates
are shared before each SB meeting, and ESG is discussed in depth
throughout the year in the presence of the MB and the Group Director of
Sustainability, including during the annual strategic seminar, the
onboarding programmes of both the SB and MB, and as often as
necessary during trainings. In 2024, the SB and the MB met at least
every quarter to discuss topics linked to the Better Places roadmap and
sustainability matters.
In 2024, the SB training session integrated 2 main sustainability topics:
an update on climate change science and a focus on biodiversity credits,
both delivered by external experts, and in presence of the CRSO and the
Group Director of Sustainability.
Sustainability is addressed and challenged at committee levels, for
topics within the responsibility of such committee and as detailed in the
tables summarising those responsibilities (see Section 2.2.2.4.
Specialised Supervisory Board committees for the GNRC and the AC),
with systematic feedback shared at SB level by committee chairs
following the committee meetings.
Audit Committee’s activities regarding
sustainability in 2024:
Sustainability is regularly addressed during AC meetings.
In 2024, it reviewed its process to ensure the quality and relevance of
the data made public. The AC (i) discussed and review the non-financial
information disclosure (2023 Sustainability performance results, and
the scope & main findings of the Third-party verifier) ; (ii) discussed the
appointment process of Sustainability Certifier, before concluding a
relevant recommendation to SB in due time, (iii) reviewed the SB
(including AC and GNRC) and MB Charters in light of the AC’s new
responsibilities related to CSRD, i.e., the non-financial responsibilities
and the appointment/involvement of the Statutory Auditors in charge of
certifying the sustainability information, and (iv) challenged the CSRD
audit approach and the next steps to be considered.The AC also deals
directly with ESG when it comes to the monitoring of risks related to
ESG (assessment, review, mitigation measures).
Governance, Nomination and Remuneration
Committee’s activities regarding sustainability in
2024:
In 2024, the GNRC specifically discussed and worked on the 2023 STI
achievements and payout, 2025 MB Remuneration Policy (for both
qualitative and quantitative targets) with a focus on new Sustainability
KPIs and targets to be defined.
The GNRC discussed the sustainability metrics used in short-term
incentive (“STI”) and long-term incentive (“LTI”) targets in the continuity
of the 2023 SB sustainability strategy workshop, and the new
sustainability roadmap announced in October 2023. The GNRC
addressed the weight of sustainability KPIs, in line with URW’s
sustainability strategy, and the evolution of the KPIs. The Group’s
Diversity Policy and the SB & MB composition and succession plannings
were discussed and challenged in depth by the GNRC. The GNRC also
discussed thoroughly the relevance of an ESG Committee, considering
that the governance structure in place is adequate and efficient to
manage properly ESG topics at SB and committees’ level. It was
outlined that (i) ESG is a core component of URW’s long-term
competitive strategy and at the heart of the Group business model, (ii)
URW's main shareholders have not raised any specific concern for URW
not having a dedicated ESG committee, and (iii) GNRC members be
invited at the AC meeting dedicated to the CSRD review (usually
planned in March).
The GNRC remains proactive in assessing ESG component in its core
business, adding systematically this topic to the annual assessment of
the effectiveness of the SB and its committees and related
questionnaire and interviews.
Focus on Viparis sustainability management: As of December 31, 2024,
Viparis’ Managing Board is composed of 6 members and chaired by Mr
Arnaud Burlin. It validates Viparis’ sustainability policy, supervises, and
makes decisions to ensure its deployment. Mrs Audrey Montecatine is
the Executive Director in charge of Central Functions. The Sustainability
team defines the sustainability strategy and works with key transversal
and operational functions to implement relevant actions in order to
achieve Viparis’ objectives. Semestrial working groups related to each
Better Events 2030 pillar (Better for the Environment, Better Heritage
and Better at Heart) are organised with key transversal functions to
ensure effective information sharing and monitoring of action plans. In
addition, a semestrial Better Events committee takes place between
the working groups and is composed of all the participants of the
different semestrial working groups and co-chaired by Mr Arnaud Burlin
and Mrs Audrey Montecatine. It steers the effective implementation of
the carbon reduction strategy and key actions and resolves situations
by arbitrating. Since 2016, there is also a community of sustainability
ambassadors, with at least one of them in each venue. Monthly
meetings between the sustainability manager and each sustainability
ambassador are organised to get feedback from the venues and to
follow the implementation of specific actions. Sustainability
ambassadors also participate in the organisation of ISO 20121 audit.
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3.2.1.2.3 Integration of sustainability-related
performance in incentive schemes (ESRS
2 GOV-3)
Remuneration based on performance has been the cornerstone of the
Group’s Remuneration Policy for many years. This ensures that the
interests of the members of the MB are aligned with the long-term value
creation objectives of the Group and its shareholders. The short-term
incentives ("STI") and the long-term incentives ("LTI") of MB members
includes an ESG component since 2017, in line with the Group’s Better
Places roadmap.
In 2024, the STI integrates ESG/Diversity & Inclusion objectives based
on the reduction in greenhouse gas emissions (5%) and the proportion of
women among employees hired or promoted to executive positions
(5%).
In summer 2023, under the guidance of the GNRC and in full alignment
with the 2023 Remuneration Policy, it was agreed to review the ESG
components of STI and LTI in 2024 so that the weighting of ESG metrics
in MB STI and LTI reflect both market practice and the Company’s
leadership on and commitment to sustainability, and to review the
Group’s metrics used in light of the evolution of Better Places to support
the environmental transition of cities and retail, as announced on
October 10, 2023.
It was therefore agreed by the GNRC to introduce a 10-metric
sustainability scorecard, increasing the weight of ESG-related
performance indicators from 20% in 2023 to 25% in 2024. On
October10, 2023, URW presented Better Places, an enhanced set of
sustainability commitments, to stakeholders. It sets out an exhaustive
list of sustainability goals, measuring its success towards the 3 pillars
of URW’s plan – Environmental Transition, Sustainable Experience and
Thriving Communities. In particular, the Group’s net zero commitments
have been reviewed and approved by the SBTi. Out of 29 metrics
announced in October, the Group selected 9 that could be used for the
purpose of an LTI, plus one indicator for the percentage of women in
senior management (pipeline); 10 metrics in total (see Section 2.3.1
Remuneration Policy).
The vast majority of employees (100% in 2024
(1)
) also have
sustainability-related goals in their individual objectives, which are
considered in the People Performance Programme and individual
incentives (Section 3.2.3.1.3 Policies related to own workforce and
Section 2.3.1 Remuneration Policy).
(1) Among employees having formalised objectives in the Group Human Resources performance assessment tool.
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3.2.1.2.4 Statement on due diligence (ESRS 2 GOV-4)
URW is not subject to French Law 2017-399 of March 27, 2017, on the duty of care of parent companies and ordering companies, and therefore does
not publish a due diligence plan. The Company is preparing for compliance with the forthcoming European CS3D which aims to encourage
sustainable and responsible business behaviour and to embed human rights and environmental considerations into corporate activities and
governance.
CORE ELEMENTS OF DUE
DILIGENCE PARAGRAPHS IN THE SUSTAINABILITY STATEMENT
a) Embedding due diligence
in governance, strategy and
business model
3.2.1.2.2 Information provided to and sustainability matters addressed by the administrative, management and supervisory bodies
3.2.1.2.3 Integration of sustainability-related performance in incentive schemes
3.2.2.4.2 Material impacts, risks and opportunities and their interaction with strategy and business model
3.2.3.1.2 Material impacts, risks and opportunities and their interaction with strategy and business model
3.2.3.2.2 Material impacts, risks and opportunities and their interaction with strategy and business model
3.2.3.2.3.1 Human rights
3.2.3.3.2 Material impacts, risks and opportunities and their interaction with strategy and business model
3.2.3.4.2 Material impacts, risks and opportunities and their interaction with strategy and business model
6.1.2 Group Enterprise Risk Management framework
b) Engaging with affected
stakeholders in all key steps
of the due diligence
3.2.1.3.2 Interests and views of stakeholders
3.2.3.2.3 Policies related to value chain workers
3.2.3.3.3 Policies related to affected communities
3.2.3.4.3 Policies related to consumers and end-users
c) Identifying and assessing
adverse impacts
3.2.1.4.1 Description of the process to identify and assess material impacts, risks and opportunities
3.2.2.2.4 Description of the process to identify and assess material climate-related impacts, risks and opportunities
3.2.2.4.3 Description of processes to identify and assess material biodiversity and ecosystem-related impacts, risks, dependencies and
opportunities
3.2.3.2.6.1 Human rights
3.2.3.2.6.2 Health and safety
3.2.4.3 Management of relationships with suppliers
3.2.4.4 Prevention and detection of corruption and bribery
d) Taking actions to address
those adverse impacts
e) Tracking the
effectiveness of these
efforts and communicating
3.2.2.2.2 Transition plan for climate change mitigation
3.2.2.4.5 Actions and resources related to biodiversity and ecosystems
3.2.3.2.6 Taking action on material impacts on value chain workers, and approaches to managing material risks and pursuing material
opportunities related to value chain workers, and effectiveness of those actions
3.2.3.3.6 Taking action on material impacts on value chain workers, and approaches to managing material risks and pursuing material
opportunities related to affected communities, and effectiveness of those actions
3.2.3.4.6 Taking action on material impacts on consumers and end-users, and approaches to managing material risks and pursuing
material opportunities related to consumers and end-users, and effectiveness of those actions
3.2.4.3 Management of relationships with suppliers
3.2.2.4.6 Targets related to biodiversity and ecosystems
3.2.2.2.7 Targets related to climate change mitigation and adaptation
3.2.3.1.7 Targets related to managing material negative impacts, advancing positive impacts, and managing material risks and
opportunities
3.2.3.2.7 Targets related to managing material negative impacts, advancing positive impacts, and managing material risks and
opportunities
3.2.3.3.7 Targets related to managing material negative impacts, advancing positive impacts, and managing material risks and
opportunities
3.2.3.4.7 Targets related to managing material negative impacts, advancing positive impacts, and managing material risks and
opportunities
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The sustainability approach is fully embedded into the key processes of
URW, in line with the Group’s strategic priorities and operational
concerns. Relevant management processes have been set up at each
stage of the business cycle, along with appropriate KPIs. For example:
• The URW due diligence process for asset acquisitions includes a
complete audit of technical, regulatory, environmental, and health
and safety (“H&S”) risks;
• The Group ERM framework includes climate change and
sustainability risks. Identified among the main risk factors, they are
integrated in the Risk Management Programme overviewed by the
Group Risk Committee (“GRC”), which reports regularly to the MB and
SB (see Section 6.1.2 Group Enterprise Risk Management
framework);
• Development projects are regularly reviewed in light of the Better
Places targets;
• Managed assets have an environmental action plan, with annual
performance reviews;
• The Internal Audit department conducts regular assessments of the
management and compliance processes in accordance with the rules
set by URW within each business unit;
• All HR processes ensure the promotion of diversity and inclusion and
well-being, and learning and development opportunities for
employees are a top priority;
• The training path of all employees, including new joiners, includes
relevant sustainability content, and specific functions receive in-
depth sustainability-related training tailored to their needs (see
Section 3.2.3.1.3 Policies related to own workforce);
• Individual objectives of Group employees include sustainability
objectives (see Section 3.2.3.1.3 Policies related to own workforce);
• The short-term incentive plan ("STIP") of the MB and EC as well as
the long-term incentive plan ("LTIP") of all eligible Group employees
specifically integrate sustainability-related performance criteria (see
Section 3.2.3.1.3 Policies related to own workforce); and
• Standing assets’ and development projects’ business plans integrate
sustainability components to ensure alignment with the Better
Places targets.
3.2.1.2.5 Risk management and internal controls
over sustainability reporting (ESRS 2
GOV-5)
Risk management
Sustainability risks are integrated in the global Group ERM framework,
which provides a specific risk governance and control framework (see
Section 6.1.2 Group Enterprise Risk Management framework for more
details). Related policies and action plans described in the Sustainability
Statement reflect the updates made by the Group to mitigate these
risks and the associated performance indicators are disclosed. One of
the main 5 risks categories of the Group covers environmental and
social responsibility risks (see Section 6.2.2.3 Category #3:
Environmental and social responsibility risks). In 2023, in anticipation of
the EU CSRD, the Group conducted a double materiality analysis
covering all URW’s activities, including Viparis (see Section 3.2.1.4.1
Description of the process to identify and assess material impacts, risks
and opportunities). This work was undertaken jointly by the Group’s
Sustainability team and Group Risk Management department.
The sustainability topics were defined on the basis of the sustainability
priorities highlighted by the Group’s simple materiality analysis (2022
version), the climate risk assessment, the supply chain risk assessment
and a benchmark of sustainability topics covered by real estate
companies to identify megatrends and sector impacts. The results of
the double materiality analysis were integrated to the Group risk
management process as reflected in Section 6.2.2.3 Category #3:
Environmental and social responsibility risks.
Climate change risks for the Group (physical and transitional) form a
core part of the sustainability risks analysis and are integrated in the
double materiality analysis. A more detailed overview of climate risk
management and, in particular, of the resilience of assets to physical
climate risks is provided in Section 3.2.2.2.2 Transition plan for climate
change mitigation.
Viparis engaged in a dynamic risk management assessment in 2018,
designing an initial risk map. Since then, dedicated management has
been put in place. In 2022, Viparis carried out a deep review of the ERM
framework by updating the risk mapping, the list of risk owners and the
associated governance. Each identified risk has an associated action
plan which is monitored yearly by the EC. Today, 6 categories have been
identified, distinguishing between major, significant and low risks.
Among them, 4 are directly linked to sustainability. The exercise
conducted by Viparis is consistent with the results of the Group’s double
materiality analysis.
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URW’s reporting methodology
In order to establish its Sustainability Statement, URW leveraged a
dedicated sustainability reporting tool, operational reporting tools, HR
information systems as well as financial reporting systems. These
complementary tools are used to track results and inform the Group’s
stakeholders about performance.
The Group continuously improves its reporting tools and processes in
order to fine-tune the quality and accuracy of its consolidated data. This
enables the Group to manage its data collection processes more
efficiently, track and analyse performance at all levels (site, country,
region, Group) on a regular basis, assess results against targets and
implement suitable corrective measures.
The Group sustainability reporting framework is reviewed and updated
every year to fine-tune its accuracy.
Internal controls
The Group internal control system (see Section 6.1.3 Internal control
system) covers all of the Group’s activities including sustainability.
Additionally, as part of its sustainability roadmap, URW has set up a
strong and structured governance (see Section 3.2.1.2.1.2 Roles and
responsibilities of the administrative, management and supervisory
bodies with regard to sustainability matters).
The reporting protocol defines the methodology for calculating the
environmental, social and societal indicators of the Group. This
reporting protocol provides consistent guidance and rules for all Group
entities in terms of organisation and indicator definitions. It ensures the
continuity of the reporting process and the reported information in case
of changes in the reporting teams and the auditability by the
independent third party. Annually, the Sustainability Performance
Management team keeps the sustainability reporting scope up to date,
reflecting the Group’s portfolio evolutions.
Sustainability reporting relies on two main tools: the HR Information
System and the Sustainability Reporting Tool. The HR Information
System is managed by Group HR teams and is used to collect HR-
related information throughout the Group.
The Sustainability Reporting Tool is the main platform for collecting
sustainability data at URW. It is linked to other internal Group tools that
provide specific data. The annual reporting year campaign process
(reporting period, tools, improvements vs. the previous year) describes
steps for contributors and validators to report their non-financial data
through the URW Sustainability Reporting Tool. User guides are
provided to explain the process in detail, including how to use the
Sustainability Reporting Tool and detailing users' responsibility for
gathering and entering the required non-financial data. Every year, the
Sustainability Reporting Tool’s settings are revised to reflect the
changes in KPIs, contributors and validators. This step is essential as it
ensures that the relevant contributors are given ownership and held
accountable for the data they provide to the tool, based on their specific
asset or department. Validators, meanwhile, play a key role in this
process. They oversee the correctness of the data entered by the
contributors and ensuring the completeness of the reported data. This
systematic approach supports accuracy, accountability and
completeness in URW’s data reporting process.
The Sustainability team conducts additional verifications to ensure the
consistency of the reported data, with a particular emphasis on
significant variations and missing data points. Internal controls are
documented for auditability of the validation process, either in the
Sustainability Reporting Tool directly, in the form of comments tracing
the discussion with the contributor or with the upload of a supporting
document, or in a specific document to be held and made available for
internal or external audit requests. The findings of the controls are
shared with relevant teams for them to perform corrections and identify
any applicable improvement area.
The sustainability data consolidation is performed at several
consolidation levels, managed by different teams: the regional and
platform (Europe / US) consolidation levels are most often managed
directly by the data validators. The Group-level consolidation is
managed by corporate Sustainability and People teams who calculate
Group-level indicators based on the platform results sent by the data
validators. At each step, consistency checks and variation analysis are
performed to ensure that errors are identified and corrected
accordingly.
URW’s internal controls are reviewed and updated at least every two
years by the Sustainability Performance Management team to reflect
changes in the Group sustainability roadmap, and in sustainability
regulations and standards. The update aims to ensure that internal
controls reflect best practices associated with relevant corrective
measures.
Existing controls aim to ensure that URW’s sustainability reporting
remains in line with current legal requirements and best practices,
demonstrating URW’s commitment to transparency, accountability and
sustainable development.
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3.2.1.3 Strategy
3.2.1.3.1 Strategy, business model and value chain
(ESRS 2 SBM-1)
URW, an owner, developer and operator of real estate assets, operates
in a complex value chain that spans across retail (Shopping Centres),
mixed-use assets (Offices), and Convention & Exhibition centres
(Viparis). The Group’s value chain is detailed in more depth in Section
3.2.1.1.1 General basis for preparation of the Sustainability Statement.
Its significant markets and customer groups can be found in more
details in Section 1.5 Portfolio and the Group’s total revenues can be
found in Section 4.2 Other information.
URW’s position in its value chain, allows the Group to control various
aspects of its portfolio, from the acquisition and development of new
assets to the operation, expansion and management of standing assets.
Better Places, URW’s sustainability roadmap, was conceived in direct
alignment with the Group’s overall strategy, and its performance is
regularly reviewed to ensure it continues to support URW’s broader
goals. The Better Places roadmap addresses the challenges ahead,
such as decarbonisation, adaptation to climate change, and customer
transportation. It is composed of 3 pillars – Environmental Transition,
Sustainable Experience and Thriving Communities – and is embedded
across the Group at an asset, portfolio and corporate level. For more
detailed information on URW’s business model and value chain,
particularly its key elements that affect sustainability matters, please
refer to Section 1.3 Strategy and business model and Section 3.1 Better
Places roadmap, the Group’s sustainability strategy.To understand the
Group’s exposure to its IROs, please refer to sub-section "Sustainability
risks" in Section 6.2.2.3 Category #3: Environmental and social
responsibility risks as well as the double materiality analysis in Section
3.2.1.4.1 Description of the process to identify and assess material
impacts, risks and opportunities.
URW maintains close relationships with its stakeholders, which
includes the value chain mentioned above as well as URW’s workforce
(please refer to Section 3.2.3.1.8 Characteristics of the undertaking’s
employees, for more detail on the Group’s headcount), financial
partners, associations, local communities and public authorities. A
more detailed overview of URW’s relationship with its stakeholders can
be found in Section 3.2.1.3.2 Interests and views of stakeholders.
In essence, URW’s value chain is a complex ecosystem of various
business actors and stakeholders, each playing a crucial role in the
Company’s operations.
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3.2.1.3.2 Interests and views of stakeholders (ESRS 2 SBM-2)
URW engages with stakeholders, including business partners, from the entire value chain to incorporate their interests and their views into the
sustainability roadmap. The dialogue with the stakeholders takes various formats such as interviews, satisfactions surveys, meetings and
roadshows. The stakeholders’ points of view are integrated in the double materiality assessment (and particularly the impact materiality) presented
to the AC. The Group’s stakeholders' dialogue is described in the table below.
Workforce Visitors Tenants Suppliers Financial partners Local communities Public authorities
Who they are
• Employee,
employee
representatives
• Visitors and
customers
• Tenants • Suppliers, project
managers, technical
engineers,
construction
companies, cleaning,
HVAC maintenance
and repair,
housekeeping,
intellectual services or
goods and manpower
– most commonly
used
• Investors, banks
• Third-party
category
• Intermediaries
• Joint venture
partners
• Investment and
divestment
companies
• Beneficiaries of
donations and
sponsorships
• Local residents, workers,
associations
• Elected officials and
administration,
professional
federations,
regulatory bodies
Types of
dialogue
• Yearly well-being
at work survey
• CSE and EEC
meetings
(employees’
committees)
• Internal
communication
• Customer
satisfaction
surveys
• Customer
sustainability
survey
• Yearly tenant
satisfaction
surveys
• Regular
meetings
• URW Connect
(application
used regularly
to engage and
get feedback of
tenants and
their
satisfaction)
• Discussion around
tenders and contracts
• Satisfaction surveys
• Technical meetings
• Preparation of
certifications (e.g.
BREEAM In-Use)
• Due diligence
questionnaire
• Meetings with
investors (Investor
Days, roadshows,
one-to-one meetings,
annual general
meetings)
• Participation of URW
in conferences,
including ESG
conferences
organised by banks
• Publication of official
documents (URD,
financial results,
press releases)
• Community resilience
action plans
implemented at asset
level
• Meetings such as Safety
Advisory Group
meetings, annual
transport plans and
accessibility meetings
• Local communities’
consultation for large
development projects
• Partnerships, interviews,
and meetings
• Consultation during
legislative and
regulatory process
• One-to-one meetings
• Visits of shopping
centres
• Local consultation
process
• Impact partnerships
Main
expectations
• Placing well-being
and health at the
core of the
strategy
• Improving
performance on
HR/social issues
• Development of
sustainability
initiatives in
assets
(sustainable offer
and retail mix,
sustainable
mobility options,
participation in
renaturation of
assets or urban
areas)
• Large diversified
offer with
multiple retail
categories in one
place, with a
large price range.
Consumers look
for products but
also services and
experiences
• Improve
operational
efficiency
through energy
efficiency,
mastering the
level of service
charges and
providing
information on
the asset’s
performance
• Improve the
quality of
services offered
including
general
information on
how the
shopping centre
is run
• High-quality project
management through
construction work
projects roll out,
maintenance and
equipment follow-up
and reporting
• Good financial
relationships through
invoices, orders and
partnerships.
• Strong operating and
financial
performance
• Continued focus on
deleveraging and
balance sheet
management
• Long-term value
creation
• Cash distribution
• Support our
communities in thriving
by empowering them
into employment,
supporting them in
mitigating inflation,
empowering them to
have a positive impact
on the environment and
their well-being
(especially concerning
sustainable
consumption and
biodiversity), organising
activities that promote
social inclusion and
health with support from
local stakeholders
• Be a physical social
media where people can
encounter their whole
community
• Community
consultation: platform to
raise concerns about
mobility issues, meet
planning requirements
and show evidence of
community consultation,
and discuss any safety
issues
• Policy engagement
and compliance: Raise
and discuss key
issues (taxation,
inflation, retail
matters,
decarbonation),
contribute in the
legislative and
regulatory process
and comply with
transparency
lobbying reporting
• Contributing to the
economic,
environmental, social
and societal impact
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Workforce Visitors Tenants Suppliers Financial partners Local communities Public authorities
Examples of
how we are
responding
• Employee well-
being fully
integrated in the
Better Places
roadmap and
Group HR strategy
• Workshops
offering managers
the tools to help
guide well-being
check-in
conversations with
their teams
• Sustainable offer,
measured
through the
Sustainable
Retail Index
• Communication
on sustainable
actions and
promoting
sustainable
practices
(sustainable
mobility options,
water stations,
recycling)
• Sustainable
initiatives in
assets such as
the Westfield
Good Festival
• Meetings with
retailers on
general aspects
such as
performance,
charges
(accountability)
and
sustainability
topics
• Sustainability
alignment:
sustainability policies,
environmental/
social targets shared
with all main service
providers, Responsible
Purchasing Charter
and associated clause
in contracts, sharing
the Code of Ethics
• Process
standardisation:
provision of clear
processes and
documents from URW
to follow the
processes as well as
calls for tender and
their outcomes
• Strong operating
results (sales and
footfall, vacancy,
leasing, etc.)
• Decreasing net
financial debt thanks
to disposals and
retained earnings
• Reinstatement of a
cash distribution
• Dedicated community
resilience action plan for
each centre enabling
opportunities into
employment; promoting
social inclusion or having
a positive impact on the
local environment for
the community
• Community
consultations on
development projects
through online and/or
physical questionnaires
and meetings
• Measure the shift in
behaviours and
expectations of our
visitors through an
annual survey (mobility,
consumption
behaviours, customers'
expectation of the asset)
• People supported
through training, social
inclusion and
employment
opportunities
• Partnership with WWF
France on the
preservation and the
restoration of natural
ecosystems in France
• Raise visitors awareness
of sustainability topics
(e.g. WWF partnership
on Westfield Good
Festival)
• Dedicated target in the
roadmap on biodiversity
net gain
• Membership in
representative
associations (EPRA,
AFEP, FACT, FEI,
ECSP) and Think
Thank (Palladio
Foundation)
• Publication of
lobbying reporting
(notably in France
with HATVP
(1)
)
• Social and
environmental impact
projects: measure
URW’s impact and
carry out institutional
partnerships on
health, inclusion,
culture and
democracy topics
• Team training on
public affairs topics,
regulations and
compliance rules
• Publication of an
impact report at the
Group, country and
asset level. This
report analyses and
measures the
multidimensional
impact (economic,
environmental and
social) of URW's retail
activities on its
stakeholders
• Pro bono institutional
projects such as:
- Partnership with
UN Women to
display through
URW’s assets their
call to action
campaigns on
gender equality
- Partnership with
the European
Parliament to
spotlight the
EurHope initiative
through URW’s
European assets
(1) French High Authority for Transparency in Public Affairs
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ESRS Specific stakeholder context
E1 – Climate change URW collaborates with tenants to implement energy-efficient practices and sustainable operations within their leased
spaces.
Through transparent reporting and regular updates, URW keeps investors and partners informed about its
environmental performance and sustainability initiatives. This includes sharing progress on reducing carbon emissions,
enhancing energy efficiency, and achieving green building certifications.
URW maintains open communication with regulatory bodies to ensure compliance with environmental regulations and
standards. The Company participates in industry forums and working groups to stay abreast of regulatory changes and
advocate for sustainable policies.
Partnering with environmental NGOs, URW supports initiatives aimed at protecting natural resources and promoting
sustainability. These collaborations often involve joint projects, research, and awareness campaigns to drive positive
environmental outcomes.
E3 – Water and marine resources
E4 – Biodiversity and ecosystems
E5 – Resource use and circular economy
S1 – Own workforce Employees are actively engaged through representative bodies on critical issues such as well-being, flexibility, diversity,
equity and inclusion ("DEI"), training, gender equality, and H&S. The URW People teams, led by the Group People
Officer, include three centres of expertise and five regional People teams that implement Group policies. Social dialogue
is facilitated through the EEC, which meets at least twice a year to discuss the Group’s strategy, economic situation and
working conditions. This committee also serves as a forum for exchanging best practices and addressing employment
issues at the European level. Additionally, the Group organises monthly meetings with the Social and Economic
Committee in France and trade union organisations in each region where an equivalent body operates.
URW ensures that its business model and strategy are clearly communicated and shared with the workforce. The EEC
is provided annually with comprehensive information regarding the market, the Group’s financial results, development
and investment projects, and strategic transactions. This transparency allows employees to understand the broader
context of their work and the Company’s direction. For example, in 2024, the EEC was informed and consulted on the
Group’s strategy, organisational changes, and the implementation of a new homeworking policy.
S2 – Value chain workers Value chain workers are integral to URW’s two core activities:
• Standing assets: URW directly interacts with upstream value chain workers, including on-site workers such as
cleaning, maintenance, and security personnel. For these workers, URW has an influence on their working conditions.
Additionally, employees of tenants and retailers are present on site, though URW has a limited influence over this
group.
• Development projects and construction sites: URW collaborates with general contractors and construction
companies, employing construction workers on URW’s behalf.
While the involvement of value-chain workers in URW’s operations might be indirect, their contribution to URW’s
success is significant. Therefore, URW strives to ensure their rights and interests are always protected and respected.
For more information on URW’s approach towards its suppliers and business partners, including their employees,
please refer to Section 3.2.4.3 Management of relationships with suppliers.
S3 – Affected communities URW is deeply committed to integrating local communities into its operating model for standing assets. URW engages
with a variety of local stakeholders via its Community Resilience Action Plans in its approach to generating a positive
social impact. Community resilience is a complex, multifaceted concept that involves preparedness against hazards,
protection against risks, and the promotion of stable living conditions. URW’s Community Resilience Actions Plans are
an integral part of the social strategy designed at asset level to contribute to the long-term development of the
community.
These plans are integrated into the management of URW’s standing assets, ensuring that the interests of local
communities are considered and prioritised. Taking into account the expectations of stakeholders within the framework
of the Community Resilience Action Plan allows URW to understand local social issues, identify various partners,
associations, and local initiatives, prioritise actions, and thus establish appropriate partnerships. URW strives to
measure its social impact, in order to better understand the aggregate impacts of its work and collaborate with local
communities to achieve greater change. This process is crucial for URW to ensure that its operations are not only
profitable but also beneficial to the communities in which it operates.
Moreover, URW’s commitment to sustainability, as demonstrated by its Better Places roadmap, further underscores its
dedication to community integration. By setting ambitious targets through the Better Places roadmap (please refer to
Section 3.1 Better Places roadmap, for more detailed information on URW’s sustainability targets), URW serves
communities and areas in which the Group operates. In essence, community integration is at the heart of URW’s
business model, influencing everything from the management of standing assets to the planning and execution of
development projects. These relationships are critical to develop and operate assets meeting stakeholders’
expectations in all respects.
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ESRS Specific stakeholder context
S4 – Consumers and end-users URW partners with its visitors and stakeholders of the retail industry to accelerate the transition towards more
sustainable experiences. The objectives are to:
• Increase and promote to its partners and visitors the sustainability performance of URW’s places;
• Support the sustainable evolution of retail through an innovative and dynamic approach providing insights into
retailers’ sustainability journey; and
• Integrate sustainability-driven initiatives at the core of the customer journey.
With over 900 million visits and hundreds of brands in URW’s centres each year globally, the Group has the unique
ability to support the sustainable evolution of retail while meeting the changing needs of consumers. URW collaborated
with its stakeholders to align initiatives with their interests by:
• Conducting customer surveys with a specific focus on sustainability-related topics to gather insights and feedback,
ensuring that URW initiatives meet their needs and expectation;
• Conducting tenant satisfaction surveys in each shopping centre in Continental Europe and the UK, to gather the
tenants’ feedback on key topics such as accessibility, marketing, security, cleaning, services, sustainability and
management of the shopping centre, leveraging the “Connect” app; and
• Individually engaging with retailers’ sustainability teams to present URW’s sustainability approach, which aims to
support retailers in their sustainability transformation roadmap.
For more details on the governance and on the business model, please see Section 3.2.1.2.1 The role of the
administrative, management and supervisory bodies and Section 3.2.1.3.1 Strategy, business model and value chain.
G1 – Business conduct URW engages with a diverse range of stakeholders to ensure responsible business conduct, as outlined in its
Responsible Purchasing Charter and Code of Ethics. This includes employees and their representatives, whose
commitment to upholding high ethical standards is paramount. Suppliers and contractors, such as project managers,
technical engineers, and service providers, are integral to the supply chain, and their adherence to sustainable practices
is crucial. Public authorities, including government bodies, elected officials, and regulatory agencies, play a key role in
overseeing compliance with laws and regulations. Additionally, intermediaries, joint venture partners, and investment
and divestment companies facilitate various business operations and transactions. Beneficiaries of donations and
sponsorships reflect URW’s dedication to social responsibility. By engaging effectively with these stakeholders, URW
ensures that responsible and sustainable practices are maintained across all aspects of its business.
3.2.1.3.3 Material impacts, risks and opportunities
and their interaction with strategy and
business model (ESRS 2 SBM-3)
As mentioned in 3.2.1.4 Impact, risk and opportunity management, URW
is committed to transparency and accountability in disclosing its
material IROs. The double materiality analysis conducted
complemented the previous risk assessments to identify and assess
these factors, considering both internal operations and external
environment.
URW’s strategy and business model (see Section 1.3 Strategy and
business model) are designed to be responsive and adaptable to the
topics identified as material for URW. The Group continuously monitors
and evaluates performance in relation to these impacts and risks and
seizes opportunities that align with its strategic objectives (see sub-
section "Sustainability risks" in Section 6.2.2.3 Category #3:
Environmental and social responsibility risks).
The Better Places roadmap is consistent with material IROs and is
integrated in the Group strategy and aligned wit its business model. It
ensures that URW’s strategy and business model are resilient and
sustainable, capable of delivering value to its stakeholders while
mitigating potential risks. The comprehensiveness and proactive nature
of URW’s approach enhances its competitiveness and contributes to
long-term value creation.
URW lists its material IROs in section 3.2.1.4.1 Disclosure Requirements
in ESRS covered by the undertaking’s sustainability statement (ESRS 2
IRO-2). The table below aims to clarify where, in its business model, its
own activities and its upstream and downstream value chain, these
IROs are concentrated.
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ESRS
IRO / Sub-topic
Upstream value
chain
Own operations
Downstream
value chain
ESRS E1: Climate change GHG emissions of construction X X
ESRS E1: Climate change
GHG emissions and energy
consumption of building operations
X X
ESRS E1: Climate change
GHG emissions from visitors' mode of
transport
X
ESRS E1: Climate change Adaptation to climate change X
ESRS E3: Water and marine resources Water consumption X
ESRS E4: Biodiversity and ecosystems Biodiversity in development projects X X
ESRS E5: Circular economy
Consumption of raw materials for
development projects
X X
ESRS E5: Circular economy
Waste management for the
operations in standing assets
X X
ESRS S1: Own workforce
Gender equality and equal pay for
work of equal value
X
ESRS S1: Own workforce Diversity, equity and inclusion X
ESRS S1: Own workforce Training and skills development X
ESRS S1: Own workforce Social dialogue X
ESRS S4: Consumers and end-users
Compliance with human rights for
workers in the value chain
X X X
ESRS S1: Own workforce and ESRS S2: Workers in the value
chain
Impacts on communities X X
ESRS S4: Consumers and end-users
Responsible consumption – Access to
products and services
X
ESRS S1: Own workforce and ESRS S2: Workers in the value
chain
Health, safety and security:
inoperated assets and on
construction sites
X
ESRS G1: Governance
Responsible and sustainable
interaction with supply chain
X X
ESRS G1: Governance Business ethics and corruption X X X
The Group's risk management system covers the material risks identified in the double materiality analysis, and is associated with appropriate action
plans designed to mitigate these risks. Apart from the risks associated with climate change, the impact of which is detailed in the note in section
5.4.2.5 of this report, the Group does not expect any material adjustments to its financial statements as a result of these material issues.
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The following table aims at providing a synthetic and limited insight into each of the material topics listed in the double materiality assessment.
Environmental topics
Environmental topics stand out as the most material for URW, as 9 separate topics out of 11 have been singled out as material. They are all linked to
URW’s direct activity, all along its value chain.
The topics identified as representing high impacts, risks or opportunities for URW are biodiversity in development projects, consumption of raw
materials, adaptation to climate change, water consumption in water-stressed areas, waste volumes as well as GHG emissions and energy
consumption of building operations.
GHG emissions of construction (ESRS E1)
Impacts
E1-I-1: Environmental impact: The construction sector significantly contributes to global GHG emissions, mainly through the embodied carbon emissions of
buildings, which include all the emissions linked with the production of construction materials. This impact is connected to the development activities of URW.
GHG emissions and energy consumption of building operations (ESRS E1)
Impacts
E1-I-2: Environmental impact: The management of energy consumption in common areas and Scopes 1 and 2 emissions are under URW’s direct control and are its
primary responsibility to achieve national and global decarbonisation targets. Additionally, URW considers Scope 3 emissions by collaborating with tenants to
manage and reduce their energy consumption.
Risks
E1-R-1: Rising costs of energy from renewable resources: The transition to greener energy sources, while environmentally beneficial, may lead to an increase in
operational costs due to potential price volatility or premium pricing of renewable energy in a context where demand may grow faster than the offer.
E1-R-2: Capital expenditure risks for emission reduction: Decarbonisation targets and associated regulation may require additional CAPEX beyond those currently
planned by URW, including CAPEX concerning tenant areas, potentially affecting asset values.
E1-R-3: Risk of rent impact due to tenant energy and carbon works: Initiatives to reduce energy consumption and carbon emissions could necessitate changes to
rented spaces, potentially affecting rental income if tenants are unwilling or unable to bear the costs of these modifications.
E1-R-4: Asset devaluation risk: If properties are not upgraded to meet evolving sustainability standards, there is a risk of potential devaluation due to decreased
market demand for non-green buildings.
Opportunities
E1-O-1: Opportunity to invest in energy-efficient equipment and renewable energy sources: For URW assets, it will reduce GHG emissions and energy consumption.
This could also lead to energy-related cost savings and reinforced operational efficiency in the long run for URW.
E1-O-2: Reducing GHG emissions and energy consumption: URW could attract more customers (tenants looking for space supporting their own energy and carbon
strategies) and investors (allocating capital to buildings demonstrating long-term energy and carbon energy performance while improving the liquidity of the
portfolio).
GHG emissions from visitors’ mode of transport (ESRS E1)
Impacts
E1-I-3: The transport of visitors to and from URW’s shopping centres significantly contributes to URW's GHG emissions. In particular, the use of combustion-powered
cars by visitors represents the most carbon-intensive mode of transport.
Adaptation to climate change (ESRS E1)
Impacts
E1-I-4: Maladaptation: There is a risk of maladaptation, where efforts to adapt to climate change inadvertently increase vulnerability to climate impacts. For
example, protecting properties from heat island effect could lead to increased heat stress elsewhere.
E1-I-5: Resource depletion: Adaptation measures may require significant resources, which could lead to resource depletion for communities in which URW evolves.
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Water management (ESRS E3)
Impacts
E3-I-1: Water scarcity: Inefficient water management practices can contribute to water scarcity, particularly in regions already experiencing water stress (“water-
stressed areas” as defined by URW and based on the WWF Water Risk Filter).
Biodiversity in development projects (ESRS E4)
Impacts
E4-I-1: Biodiversity net gain: URW aims to achieve a biodiversity net gain for all development projects. This means that the biodiversity value of the development site
post-construction is greater than it was pre-construction.
E4-I-2: Resource use: The use of natural resources in construction can contribute to habitat loss and biodiversity decline.
E4-I-3: Habitat disruption: Construction and development activities can disrupt local habitats, potentially harming local flora and fauna.
Risks
E4-R-1: Development restrictions related to biodiversity preservation: These may limit opportunities to develop project in certain areas. It could have a CAPEX
impact in the case where these restrictions apply to a development project before permit obtention.
E4-R-2: Emerging standards and consumer expectations: As standards for biodiversity protection emerge and consumers expect a certain level of biophilia, there
could be additional costs to meet them. This could include costs for incorporating green spaces, using sustainable materials, or implementing other biodiversity-
friendly practices.
E4-R-3: Costs of integrating biodiversity into development projects: Integrating biodiversity into development projects, or reducing developable space to preserve
natural habitats, could increase project costs.
Opportunities
E4-O-1: Asset value appreciation: By integrating biodiversity considerations into development projects, URW can enhance the total asset value in a context of
demand for such buildings by building users and investors.
E4-O-2: Unlocking new development opportunities: Biodiversity-friendly developments can unlock new opportunities in URW’s portfolio. For instance, developments
that incorporate green spaces or wildlife habitats can attract a wider range of tenants and customers. This could also strengthen its brand and attract more
customers, thereby reinforcing its reputation as a responsible and sustainable developer.
Consumption of raw materials (ESRS E5)
Impacts
E5-I-1: Contribution to sustainable practices: By sourcing sustainable raw materials for its construction projects, URW can contribute to sustainable development
goals. This can have a positive impact on communities and society by promoting economic growth and environmental sustainability. URW’s efforts to reduce the
consumption of raw materials can drive innovation in construction techniques and materials. This can lead to the development of more sustainable buildings,
benefiting tenants and the wider community.
E5-I-2: Resource use and efficiency: By using raw materials more efficiently for its development projects, URW can reduce its environmental impact. This can benefit
the environment and contribute to a more sustainable society. Overconsumption of raw materials can lead to resource depletion. This can have long-term negative
impacts on society and the environment.
E5-I-3: Environmental degradation: The extraction and processing of raw materials for development projects can lead to environmental degradation, including
habitat destruction and pollution. This can negatively impact local communities and the environment.
Risks
E5-R-1: Scarcity of raw materials for development projects: The scarcity of raw materials such as wood or sand for construction could pose a significant risk. This
could lead to increased costs for these materials, delays in construction or development, and potential challenges in meeting sustainability targets. It could also
necessitate a shift towards alternative materials or construction methods.
Opportunities
E5-O-1: Sustainable construction: URW can use sustainable or recycled materials in its construction projects. This not only reduces the consumption of raw
materials but also minimises the environmental impact.
E5-O-2: Efficient design: By designing properties that use materials more efficiently, URW can reduce the overall consumption of raw materials. This could involve
using innovative architectural designs or construction techniques.
E5-O-3: Partnership opportunities and attractiveness: URW can form partnerships with suppliers that prioritise sustainable extraction and production of raw
materials aligned with nature and planet boundaries. Likewise, URW can enhance its appeal to cities, future tenants, and investors by focusing on circular renovation
and development projects. This approach reduces raw material consumption and supports sustainability goals while attracting stakeholders committed to
environmental responsibility.
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Opportunities
E5-O-4: Waste management: Implementing effective waste management strategies can reduce the need for new raw materials. For instance, construction waste
can be recycled and reused in new projects.
E5-O-5: Regulatory compliance: By reducing raw material consumption in development projects, URW can better adhere to environmental regulations, enhancing
the likelihood of obtaining legal authorisations and permits.
Waste management for the operations in standing assets (ESRS E5)
Impacts
E5-I-4: Waste volumes generated during the operations of standing assets and related environmental impact: Improper waste management and large waste
volumes can lead to environmental pollution and resource loss. By implementing effective waste management strategies including the prevention of waste and
recycling, as well as selecting appropriate waste management partners, URW can minimise its environmental impact.
Social topics
Out of the 10 social topics discussed covering the social-focused ESRS, 7 were recognised as material for URW. The analysis shows that H&S in
operated assets and construction sites, DEI, training, social dialogue, along with responsible consumption, information and practices, and compliance
with human rights for workers in the value chain are deemed material from both financial and impact perspectives.
Diversity, equality and inclusion (including gender equality and equal pay for work of equal) (ESRS S1)
Impacts
Social impact: DEI and gender equality policies and initiatives can enhance employee satisfaction, engagement, well-being, productivity and retention. A diverse and
inclusive workplace can lead to more innovative and effective decision-making, reflecting the efforts of URW to foster equal treatment for its workforce. Lagging
efforts, on the opposite, could be detrimental to the above.
Training and development for employees (ESRS S1)
Risks
Loss of competitive advantage and reduced employee retention: Training and employee development, particularly in sustainability topics, is crucial for maintaining a
competitive advantage. Companies that fail to invest in employee development may fall behind in terms of employee retention, innovation, and adaptability to market
changes.
Difficulties in rolling out the Better Places roadmap and broader business objectives: Without adequate training, employees may lack the knowledge and skills
needed to implement the Company’s sustainability and broader business roadmap. This could delay or hinder the achievement of strategic objectives.
Social dialogue (ESRS S1)
Impact
Loss of performance and engagement: Deteriorating conditions for social dialogue can lead to a loss of performance and engagement among employees. If
employees feel that their voices are not being heard or their concerns are not being addressed, they may become less motivated and committed. This could affect
their productivity and the overall performance of URW.
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Compliance with human rights for workers in the value chain
(1)
(ESRS S2)
Impacts
Supply chain human rights infringements: Lack of appropriate human rights standards by URW’s suppliers can lead poor working conditions, unfair wages, or even
forced labour.
Improved working conditions: Conversely, by ensuring compliance with human rights standards, URW can contribute to improved working conditions in its supply
chain. This can lead to a positive steering effect for value chain workers.
Risks
Welfare of workers within the value chain: Violations of human rights standards within the value chain can have serious implications. These could include harm to
workers, legal penalties and damage to the Company’s reputation. The potential consequences can be broad given the Group’s construction activities and activities
with manpower, based on sectoral exposure, for instance to modern slavery.
Legal risks (civil and criminal): Potential violations of human rights/modern slavery laws and regulations can lead to civil and criminal legal risks. This could include
fines and penalties for URW entities and business leaders.
Financial risks: Non-compliance with human rights standards can potentially lead to fines, penalties and remediation costs. Major incidents in the context of a
construction project could lead to longer construction time and claims from business partners.
Reputational risks: Instances of forced labour or any illegal activities associated with human rights violations can damage URW’s brand image. This could lead to a
loss of trust from customers, tenants, joint venture partners, and potentially impact its market position and financial performance.
Potential loss of new opportunities: Non-compliance with human rights standards could lead to a loss of new opportunities in terms of future development projects.
This could limit the Company’s growth and profitability.
Opportunities
Risk mitigation: Compliance with human rights can help URW mitigate risks associated with any kind of labour violations. This can protect URW from reputational
damage and potential legal action focusing on its supply chain.
Leading position: By demonstrating its commitment to human rights, URW can enhance its credentials as a leading company in the sector. This can attract socially
conscious customers and investors.
Impacts on communities (ESRS S3)
Impacts
Positive impact on local communities: Standing assets can also have a positive impact on local jobs, and other local key issues in the communities, e.g. training,
health, or safety.
Health, safety and security in operated assets and on construction sites (ESRS S1 and S2)
Impacts
Workplace accidents: The nature of construction work significantly increases the risk of workplace accidents. These can lead to injuries or fatalities, impacting the
health and the well-being of the workforce.
Project delays: Serious accidents can halt construction projects, leading to delays, cost overruns and penalties, with a negative impact on communities relying on the
project and on partners working with URW on them.
Risks
Increased insurance premiums: Health, safety and security incidents could lead to increased insurance premiums, impacting operational costs.
Compensation claims: If employees or others are injured due to health, safety and security issues, they may make compensation claims. This could lead to significant
financial costs and protracted legal proceedings.
Fines for regulatory non-compliance: Non-compliance with health, safety and security regulations could result in fines. This could also damage URW’s reputation.
Damage to URW’s reputation: Health, safety and security issues involving URW’s value chain in operated assets and on construction sites can directly damage URW’s
reputation. This could affect customer loyalty, investment and other aspects of business performance.
Disruption of operations: Health, safety and security issues involving URW’s value chain in operated assets and on construction sites, particularly suppliers and
partners, can disrupt operations. This could affect URW’s ability to deliver services and meet its commitments.
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Opportunities
Building a proactive health and safety culture: URW can build a proactive H&S culture by providing access to physical and mental wellness programmes and
healthcare resources for employees. This includes information and training to empower and educate employees at all levels regarding H&S.
Responsible consumption (ESRS S4)
Impacts
Sustainable consumption and offer: URW’s retail assets play a crucial role in the growth and development of brands and products that positively impact consumers
and their ability to transition towards a more sustainable way of consuming.
Governance topics
Out of the governance topics, 2 out of 4 were identified as material.
Topics identified as material by the double materiality analysis are URW’s responsible interaction with its suppliers as well as business ethics and
corruption.
Responsible and sustainable interaction with the supply chain (ESRS G1)
Impacts
Degradation of working conditions: URW’s suppliers do not adhere to sustainability standards, this could lead to environmental degradation and social issues in the
supply chain. This could include poor working conditions, unfair wages or even forced labour.
Improved working conditions: By ensuring compliance with sustainability standards, URW can contribute to improved working conditions in its supply chain. This can
lead to increased worker satisfaction and productivity.
Risks
Reputational risks: If URW’s suppliers engage in practices that are not considered responsible or sustainable, this could damage URW’s reputation. This could affect
customer loyalty, investment and other aspects of business performance.
Financial risks: Breaches of regulations or contracts related to responsible and sustainable supply chain practices could lead to financial costs. These could include
fines, compensation payments and potential loss of business with established suppliers.
Legal risks: Current and upcoming regulations, such as the CS3D, impose requirements on companies to ensure responsible and sustainable practices in their supply
chains. Breaches of these regulations could result in legal penalties, such as fines amounting to 5% of turnover (from 2029 onwards).
Complexity of supplier network: URW has an extensive and heterogeneous network of suppliers, which can include several subcontractors levels. The complexity of
this network can make it difficult to monitor and manage risks related to responsible and sustainable practices.
Opportunities
Innovation: By supporting the development of new construction materials, URW can position itself as an innovative leader in sustainable construction. Additionally, it
can build partnerships with emerging companies and secure future access to innovative resources.
Strengthening local supply chains: By prioritising local suppliers, URW can strengthen local supply chains, making them more resilient to global disruptions. This
approach reduces reliance on remote suppliers for raw materials, helping URW avoid disruptions caused by extreme weather events or geopolitical risks.
Community engagement: Supporting the local economy can enhance URW’s reputation as a socially responsible company that cares about its community. Moreover,
it can contribute to its Better Places target to have a strong positive social impact.
Business ethics and corruption (ESRS G1)
Risks
Exposure to bribery, corruption and anti-competitive practices: The real estate sector, including URW, is exposed to risks of bribery, corruption and anti-competitive
practices. These risks arise from several factors, including global operations, the need to manage multiple local agents and subcontractors, the complexity of project
financing and permitting, the magnitude of contracts involved in building large infrastructure projects, and the competitive process necessary to secure contracts
with private and public entities.
Disruption of activity: Breaches of business ethics and instances of corruption can disrupt URW’s activities. This could delay or hinder the achievement of strategic
objectives.
Relations with public administrations: Relations with public administrations for permits and responses to large tenders can pose risks. Any perceived impropriety in
these relations could lead to legal action, reputational damage and potential loss of business opportunities.
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Opportunities
Strengthening ethical standards: By continuously acting proactively, URW has the opportunity to strengthen its ethical standards and anti-corruption measures. This
could enhance its reputation, improve stakeholder trust, and potentially open up new business opportunities. Additionally, continuously developing ethical and anti-
corruption mechanisms only strengthens "lines of defence" such as internal audits or accounting verifiers.
Training and awareness: URW can invest in training and awareness programmes to ensure that all employees understand the importance of business ethics and are
equipped to prevent and detect corruption.
Transparency and reporting: By being transparent about its efforts to promote business ethics and prevent corruption, and by reporting on these efforts in line with
regulation and business practices, URW can demonstrate its commitment to responsible business practices. This could enhance its reputation and relationships with
stakeholders.
3.2.1.4 Impact, risk and opportunity
management
3.2.1.4.1 Description of the process to identify and
assess material impacts, risks and
opportunities (ESRS 2 IRO-1)
In 2023, URW carried out its first double materiality assessment for the
Group (based on ESRS draft), across all business segments and
activities. An external advisory firm supported the Group in this process
to ensure the robustness and neutrality of the methodology. An update
was performed in 2024 to refine the analysis, enhance granularity, and
fully align with regulatory requirements. The Sustainability team plans
to review this analysis every year to ensure consistency with the
evolving context and the priorities set by management. The results of
the double materiality analysis were directly integrated in the Group’s
risk management approach, as presented in Section 6.2.2.3
Category#3: Environmental and social responsibility risks.
The purpose of URW’s double materiality assessment is to evaluate the
materiality of sustainability topics from 2 complementary perspectives:
• From an impact perspective, the assessment considers the
negative or positive effects of URW and its activities on the
environment, people and communities. This involves evaluating the
scale (criticality of the issue), scope (value chain and affected
stakeholders), remediability (ability to mitigate the impact), and
likelihood of the impact.
• From a financial perspective, the assessment examines the risks
or opportunities that environmental and social issues pose to URW’s
activities and value. This includes considering URW’s dependence on
business relations and stakeholders, such as financial partners,
tenants and suppliers, as well as the continuity of access to essential
resources like raw materials and key talents. The materiality of these
risks and opportunities is assessed based on their likelihood of
occurrence and potential financial impact, aligned with the Group’s
risk mapping thresholds and risk management approach.
The materiality analysis was conducted in 5 main phases:
1. Identification of sustainability topics: URW conducted the
analysis according to the ESRS requirements and used existing
internal analyses. These were supplemented with elements specific
to the commercial real estate sector. URW began by conducting a
contextual and sectoral analysis, selecting applicable international
standards
(1)
relevant to commercial real estate and related sectors,
such as retail, offices and construction. Key topics from sectors
representing URW’s value chain, including construction materials,
engineering, building products and retail, were integrated into the
analysis. These topics were then matched to the ESRS topics, sub-
topics and sub-sub-topics
(2)
.
2. Initial assessment IROs: URW conducted a thorough analysis of
international and sector-specific ESG frameworks to:
• For risks and opportunities, evaluate the financial impact of
sustainability topics on its business model. This phase involved a
detailed evaluation of the likelihood, magnitude and nature of
identified risks and opportunities, taking into account URW’s
reliance on resources and business relationships. The potential
financial implications of each risk and opportunity were
assessed, considering their probability of occurrence and their
impact on URW’s operations, reputation, and short, medium and
long-term prospects. URW further refined this analysis to better
align with its specific circumstances and existing internal risk
mechanisms, while also incorporating a layer of financial
projection.
• For impacts, gauge its direct and indirect impacts on
identified sustainability topics. These frameworks provided
insights into the potential impacts of companies in the real
estate sector and related industries on nature and society. URW
considered a sustainability issue significant from an impact
perspective if it related to the Group’s tangible or potential
influences — whether positive or negative — on individuals or
the environment in the short, medium or long term. This includes
impacts from URW’s operations and its value chain, both
upstream and downstream, through the services it provides and
its business relationships. The severity is considered according
to the scale, the scope and the remediability of the impact. This
analysis aims to ensure comprehensive coverage of all sub-
topics. An impact is considered material if, for example, it
extends to the entire perimeter of URW's activities, affects direct
operations, the upstream and downstream value chain, or if it is
irremediable.
(1) MSCI, Encore, SASB, Dow Jones Sustainability Indices ("DJSI"), Corporate Sustainability Assessment, Science Based Targets for Nature ("SBTn"), etc.
(2) As referenced by the ESRS 2, Application Requirement 16.
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Level of impact Scale
(1)
Scope
(1)
Remediability
5 Global/Total Direct operations + extended downstream and upstream
value chain + global impact
Irremediable
4 Large Direct operations + extended downstream and upstream
value chain
Difficult to reverse/mitigate over the long run
3 Intermediate Direct operations + limited downstream and upstream value
chain
Difficult to reverse/mitigate in the short and
medium term
2 Concentrated Direct operations only (employees and projects) Reversible with an effort (Cost/time)
1 Limited Limited scope within direct operations (employees and
projects)
Relatively easy to reverse/mitigate
0 None None Very easy to reverse/mitigate
• The materiality of IROs was determined by considering URW’s
influences on individuals and the environment throughout its
value chain.
• In 2024, URW has prioritized rating at IRO level only for issues
whose assessment was close to materiality thresholds.
However, for issues non-rated at the IRO level, the entire topic is
considered material and therefore the associated datapoints are
disclosed. In 2025, each issue will be rated at IRO level.
1. Stakeholders' consultation: URW engaged approximately 20
internal and external stakeholders through interviews, including
consumer rights organisations, sustainability experts, retailer
representatives, and significant partners such as construction
companies. Internal consultations were held with various teams and
geographies across URW, including Compliance, Operating
Management, Development, Sustainability, People, and Property,
Maintenance, Purchasing and Sustainability ("PMPS") departments.
These consultations aimed to prioritise IROs based on impact and
financial perspectives according to URW activities and its value
chain. Dialogue with real estate peers was maintained to share the
double materiality analysis results.
2. Refining of the results: The Sustainability team refined the results
by leveraging its expertise and in-depth knowledge of URW and its
value chain activities.
3. Presentation to the AC: Following the consolidation of the final
results, URW presented a detailed explanation of the double
materiality analysis methodology to the AC. This presentation
outlined the reporting implications of the results, the impacts on the
existing risk frameworks and provided an opportunity for the
committee to critically review the findings.
Results
In total, 24 topics and sub-topics were identified among which 18 were
identified as material for URW with regard to their level of importance,
from a financial and impact perspective. The most material topics are
the ones having a high score (greater than 3) either on the impact or the
financial perspective.
(1) For ESRS S1 Own workforce, the maximum leve lcould be extended to 5 because the impact on value chain is not relevant.
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3.2.1.4.2 Disclosure requirements in ESRS covered by the undertaking’s Sustainability Statement (ESRS
2 IRO-2)
Cross-reference table between the ESRS and the double materiality assessment.
Materiality
ESRS Disclosure requirements covered Topics Application Requirement 16
URD
section Finance Impact Material
ESRS E1: Climate change E1-1 to E1-9 GHG emissions of construction Climate change mitigation 3.2.2.2
✓ ✓
ESRS E1: Climate change E1-1 to E1-9 GHG emissions and energy
consumption of building
operations
Energy
Climate change mitigation
3.2.2.2
✓ ✓ ✓
ESRS E1: Climate change E1-1 to E1-9 GHG emissions from visitors'
mode of transport
Climate change mitigation
3.2.2.2
✓ ✓
ESRS E1: Climate change E1-1 to E1-9 Adaptation to climate change
Climate change adaptation
3.2.2.2
✓ ✓
ESRS E2: Pollution n/a Pollution from construction
and operations of buildings
and users transport (air, water,
soil), including internal air
quality
Pollution of air, water and soil
n/a
ESRS E3: Water and
marine resources
E3-1 to E3-5 Water consumption
Water consumption
3.2.2.3
✓ ✓
ESRS E4: Biodiversity and
ecosystems
E4-1 to E4-6 Biodiversity in development
projects
Climate change
Land-use change, fresh water-
use change and sea-use
change
Impacts on the state of species
Impacts on the extent and
condition of ecosystems
Impacts on and dependencies
of ecosystem
3.2.2.4
✓ ✓ ✓
ESRS E4: Biodiversity and
ecosystems
E4-1 to E4-6 Biodiversity in operations
Direct exploitation
3.2.2.4
ESRS E5: Circular
economy
E5-1 to E5-4, E5-6 Consumption of raw materials
for development projects
Resources inflows, including
resource use
3.2.2.5
✓ ✓ ✓
ESRS E5: Circular
economy
E5-1 to E5-3, E5-5, E5-6 Waste management for the
operations in standing assets
Resources inflows, including
resource use
Waste
3.2.2.5
✓ ✓
ESRS S1: Own workforce
S1-1 to S1-6,
S1-16
Gender equality and equal pay
for work of equal value
Gender equality and equal pay
for work of equal value
3.2.3.1
✓ ✓
ESRS S1: Own workforce S1-1 to S1-6,
S1-9, S1-12
Diversity, equity and inclusion
Employment and inclusion of
person with disabilities
Diversity
3.2.3.1
✓ ✓
ESRS S1: Own workforce S1-1 to S1-5, S1-13 Training and skills
development
Training and skills
development
3.2.3.1
✓ ✓
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Materiality
ESRS Disclosure requirements covered Topics Application Requirement 16
URD
section Finance Impact Material
ESRS S1: Own workforce S1-1 to S1-5, S1-8 Social dialogue
Social dialogue
Freedom of association, the
existence of works councils
and the information,
consultation and participation
rights of workers
Collective bargaining, including
rate of workers covered by
collective agreements
3.2.3.1
✓ ✓
ESRS S1: Own workforce n/a Health, safety, wellness and
security at headquarters
Measures against violence and
harassment in the workplace
Working time
Work-life balance
Health and safety
3.2.3.1
ESRS S2: Workers in the
value chain
S2-1 to S2-5 Compliance with human rights
for workers in the value chain
Working time
Adequate wages
Social dialogue
Freedom of association, the
existence of works councils
and the information,
consultation and participation
rights of workers
Collective bargaining, including
rate of workers covered by
collective agreements
Work-life balance
Health and safety
Gender equality and equal pay
for work of equal value
Training and skills
development
Employment and inclusion of
person with disabilities
Measures against violence and
harassment in the workplace
Diversity
Child labour
Forced labour
3.2.3.2
✓ ✓
ESRS S3: Affected
communities
S3-1 to S3-5 Impacts on communities Land-related impacts 3.2.3.3
✓ ✓
ESRS S4: Consumers and
end-users
n/a Accessibility to URW assets
and user comfort
Health and Safety
3.2.3.3
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Materiality
ESRS Disclosure requirements covered Topics Application Requirement 16
URD
section Finance Impact Material
ESRS S4: Consumers and
end-users
S4-1 to S4-5 Responsible consumption –
Access to products and
services
Access to (quality) information
Access to products and
services
Responsible marketing
practices
3.2.3.4
✓ ✓
ESRS S1: Own workforce
and ESRS S2: Workers in
the value chain
S1-1 to S1-5, S-14,
S2-1 to S2-5
Health, safety and security:
inoperated assets and on
construction sites
Work-life balance
Health and safety
3.2.3.1 –
3.2.3.2
✓ ✓ ✓
ESRS G1: Governance n/a Data privacy and cybersecurity
Privacy
3.2.4
ESRS G1: Governance G1-1 to G1-4, G1-6 Responsible and sustainable
interaction with supply chain
Management of relationships
with suppliers, including
payment practices
Child labour
Forced labour
3.2.4
✓ ✓ ✓
ESRS G1: Governance n/a Political engagement
Political engagement
3.2.4
ESRS G1: Governance G1-1, G1-3, G-1-4 Business ethics and corruption
Prevention and detection,
including training
Incidents
Corporate culture
Protection of whistleblowers
3.2.4
✓ ✓
3.2.2 Environmental information
3.2.2.1 Environmental details on building
environmental certifications
During the operation phase
Environmental building certifications are a critical tool to support
overall environmental performance of both development projects and
standing assets. It is a way to demonstrate performance through
established market standards, covering all environmental aspects of
buildings.
URW aims to obtain operational environmental building certifications
for 100% of its owned and managed shopping centres and offices
worldwide (on the Better Places scope) and maintain the high level of
the certifications obtained. The BREEAM certification is considered to
be a good framework to guide the operational teams in the limitation of
resources used and circular economy concepts.
Following the best industry standards in 2021, the Group started to
certify its assets (certification renewals and new certifications) under
the latest version of the BREEAM In-Use framework. This “version 6”
comes with improved features for driving environmental performance
and occupant health and well-being, with added emphasis on resilience
to climate change, social value and circular economy principles.
The Group continued its certification policy in 2024 and now has a total
of 52 assets BREEAM In-Use certified on Building Management (Part 2).
Among those 52 certified assets, there are 51shopping centres and 1
office building, accounting for a total certified area of over 4.4 million
sqm. This represents a share of 84% of the Group’s standing portfolio in
number of assets (retail and office assets), and a coverage of 86% in
surface area.
Retail
As at December 31, 2024, the Group had 51 owned and managed
shopping centres certified under BREEAM In-Use, of which 4 were rated
“Outstanding” for Building Management (Part 2).
Certified shopping centres account for nearly 4.4 million sqm
consolidated GLA and correspond to 84% of the Group owned and
managed Shopping Centres portfolio in number of buildings, and to a
79% BREEAM In-Use certification coverage in surface area. In 2024,
85% of the Group’s European shopping centres and 21% of the Group’s
US shopping centres are certified, in number of buildings.
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COVERAGE OF THE CERTIFICATION – SHOPPING CENTRES (RETAIL) – BETTER PLACES SCOPE – GROUP
Number of
assets
certified
Surface area
certified
(sqm GLA)
Certification coverage
% (in number) % (in sqm GLA)
Total certified Retail assets 51 4,351,200 84% 86%
Of which Outstanding 4 291,100 8% 7%
Of which Excellent 33 2,832,000 65% 65%
Note: Figures about the Part 1 of the BREEAM-In-Use certification are available in the Appendices in section 3.4.1.1.3 Details about the Part 1 of the
BREEAM-In-Use certification in Europe.
Offices - BREEAM-IN-USE Part 2
COVERAGE OF THE CERTIFICATION – OFFICES– BETTER PLACES SCOPE
Number of
assets certified
Surface area
certified
(sqm GLA)
Certification coverage
% (in number) % (in sqm)
Total certified office assets 1 49,200 50% 79%
Of which Excellent or above (Part 2) 1 49,200 50% 79%
Convention & Exhibition venues
Regarding Convention & Exhibition venues, the current ISO 20121
certification covers all the Group’s Convention & Exhibition assets in
activity (except the new CNIT Forest which will be integrated in 2025).
Viparis also implements an ambitious building certification programme.
In early 2010s, Hall 7 of Paris Nord Villepinte was already certified HQE
(High Environmental Quality, the French standard certification scheme
for sustainable constructions) – pilot operation. During Paris Expo Porte
de Versailles construction project, Pavilion 7 and Pavilion 6 were
certified HQE and BREEAM, and the new hotels HQE (Excellent). The
new Hall 3 of Paris le Bourget, certified HQE Excellent, integrated eco-
design considerations in its construction, such as less carbon-intensive
concrete and bio-based with a wooden frame. A comparative of life-
cycle analysis between Pavilion 6 and Hall 3
(1)
shows a reduction by -
49% of carbon emissions
(2)
per sqm constructed.
Environmental certifications of buildings during
the construction phase
URW, as part of its strategy for development projects set out in the
sustainability guidelines for development projects, targets an
environmental certification for all of its large new greenfield/brownfield
construction, refurbishment and extension projects: BREEAM in Europe
and LEED in the US. URW aims to achieve a minimum level of
“Excellent” (BREEAM) or “Gold” (LEED) for 100% of its large
development projects (with a certification covering the construction or
the refurbishment).
Other environmental certifications are obtained, when relevant to the
real estate leasing or investment markets, such as HQE certification in
France or DGNB (Deutsche Gesellschaft für Nachhaltiges Bauen) in
Germany for the Offices portfolio. In addition to securing the
“Excellent”/“Gold” level under BREEAM/ LEED respectively, all large
projects need to undertake a technical and economic feasibility study to
reach the BREEAM “Outstanding” or LEED “Platinum” level, as
applicable, as mentioned in the sustainability guidelines.
NUMBER OF DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS THAT ARE ENGAGED IN
AN ENVIRONMENTAL BUILDING CERTIFICATION PROCESS
2024
Number of development projects that are engaged in an
environmental building certification process
6
Share of development projects that are engaged in an
environmental building certification process
100%
Carbon Risk Real Estate Monitor (CRREM)
The Carbon Risk Real Estate Monitor ("CRREM") is a tool designed to
assess the decarbonisation pathways and climate risk of real estate
assets, helping align them with global climate targets. It provides
science-based trajectories for reducing carbon emissions in line with
the Paris Agreement.
Each year, URW conducts a detailed analysis for the US and EU portfolio
using the latest published version of the CRREM tool. This ensures that
the assessments remain up to date with the most current
decarbonisation pathways and methodologies, allowing us to track
progress and adapt to evolving climate goals.
(1) Pavillon 6 of Paris Expo Porte de Versailles and Hall 3 of Paris le Bourget.
(2) On a like-a-like basis, for carbon emissions related to products and equipment.
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The Group uses the advanced features of the CRREM tool, including
inputting actual emission factors for district heating and cooling
networks. Additionally, both market-based and location-based
approaches are considered; for the market-based approach, we
incorporate the Group’s power purchase agreements and the Group's
Guarantees of Origin to reflect renewable energy procurement.
Based on 2023 data, using the market-based approach, all assets
considered in URW’s CRREM study, which align with the same
perimeter as URW’s carbon footprint assessment (Better Places scope),
are aligned with carbon CRREM pathways for the year 2023 and only
6% are considered stranded in 2030 (using 2023 performance and not
accounting for the energy reduction measures contained in the asset's
energy action plans until 2030).
Avoided emissions and impacts at URW
URW communicated its updated Better Places roadmap, including its
commitment to contribute to global carbon neutrality with new science-
based net-zero emission targets for Scopes 1, 2, and 3. (See Section
3.2.2.2.2 Transition plan for climate change mitigation).
In this context, and in addition to the commitments to reduce the
emissions within URW’s value chain, the Group also have the ambition
to help other stakeholders reduce their own carbon emissions, and to
use the concept of avoided emissions as an indicator of this ambition.
URW has already participate in establishing the Net Zero Initiative guide
for real estate owners (led by external experts), which sets high
standards for sustainability and emissions management, including
avoided emissions. In 2024, URW also took part in the Avoided Emission
Factors Database initiative ("AEFDI") (also led by external experts) with
the objective to create and publish a new avoided emission factors
database in 2025. Those partnerships reflect URW’s commitments on
collaboration and knowledge sharing to advance on common
sustainability goals.
At URW, avoided emissions are defined according to the principles
established by the World Resources Institute "WRI", as recommended
by the European Financial Reporting Advisory Group ("EFRAG"). In the
absence of standardised accounting methodologies, EFRAG suggests
relying on the WRI Working Paper "Estimating and reporting the
comparative emissions impacts of products" (WRI, 2019). With the
objective to set specific calculation methodologies related to avoided
emissions for URW’s internal projects and services, the Group has
started to work in 2024 on its own calculation guide based on the
general principles of the WRI and applied to URW’s specific
environment.It already includes the following main services:
• The construction or renovation of buildings for later sale;
• The enabling role of clean mobility infrastructure such as the
installation of EV chargers;
• The energy recovery from waste produced within URW’s operations.
Looking ahead, URW plans to expand its guide by introducing additional
methodologies next year. This evolution will further reinforce the
Company’s ability to capture and report on the broader impact of its
activities, showcasing its ongoing commitment to sustainability and
innovation in carbon emissions management.
Finally, and in addition to conventional methods of avoiding emissions,
URW acknowledges the importance of accounting for certain impact
reductions that may fall outside traditional definitions of avoided
emissions. This approach, referred to as “Avoided Impact at URW”,
encompasses the savings in carbon, land use, and energy consumption
achieved through specific services URW can provide to its stakeholders
including the construction of new buildings or the acquisition of
properties for renovation. Thanks to the specificities of those projects
(based on their location, the materials used for the works and the energy
performance of the asset), they often result in a smaller overall carbon
footprint compared to an alternative reference scenario. This
methodology highlights URW’s expertise in developing and managing
high-performance buildings that exceed regulatory requirements and
market expectations on sustainability and energy efficiency topics.
URW aims to add further details about this methodology in the avoided
emission guide as presented above.
As an illustration, the following tables present the results of the calculations performed in 2024 by URW.
Avoided emissions (tCO
2
e) 2024
Avoided emissions related to the use of EV chargers 6,855
Avoided emissions related to the energy recovery from waste treatment 562
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3.2.2.2 Climate change (ESRS E1)
3.2.2.2.1 Integration of sustainability-related
performance incentive in incentive
schemes (ESRS 2 GOV-3)
Progress against climate-related targets set out in the updated Better
Places roadmap is factored in the calculation of URW’s incentive
schemes. For more detailed information, please refer to Section
3.2.1.2.3 Integration of sustainability-related performance in incentive
schemes.
3.2.2.2.2 Transition plan for climate change
mitigation (ESRS E1-1)
Introduction
The below transition plan has been developed for a specific scope of
assets where URW originally developed its sustainability strategy and
transition plan, which is called the “Better Places scope” (please refer to
Section 3.2.1.1.1 General basis for preparation of the Sustainability
Statement for a detailed description of this scope and a detailed
understanding of the differences with the scope expected by the CSRD).
URW targets to adjust the scope of the transition plan to the CSRD
scope in the coming years. In this regard, environmental data in the
following sections will be presented for different scopes to better
reflect both the scope expected by the ESRS (CSRD & Operational
control) and the scope covered by URW's sustainability strategy, Better
Places. A specific paragraph at the end of this section gives details
about the sustainability strategy and transition plan of Viparis (see sub-
section "Viparis-specific transition plan details") whose assets are out
of the Better Places scope but included in the CSRD Scope.
URW’s transition plan has been designed to answer URW’s material
IROs identified in the materiality analysis and detailed in Section
3.2.2.2.4 Description of the process to identify and assess material
climate-related impacts, risks and opportunities. The main impacts
identified are related to the direct GHG emissions related to URW’s own
operation and indirect GHG emissions related to URW’s own operation
and its value chain (Scope 3-related GHG emissions). The main risks and
opportunities are related to the energy management (including
renewable energy) and overall sustainability-related quality of the
assets.
Historically, URW came up with its first climate mitigation approach in
2007, with quantitative targets for the reduction of its GHG emissions
and energy consumption. Between 2006 and 2015, URW had already
achieved a cumulative reduction of 33.8% of its energy intensity and
65.1% of its GHG intensity
(1)
.
In 2016, the Group took up a new long-term challenge with its Better
Places 2030 programme. URW was the first listed real estate company
to address the wide scope of indirect GHG emissions resulting from
construction works, transportation of visitors and employees, and
energy consumption by tenants.
Unless otherwise stated, the GHG emission figures and targets used in
this chapter are expressed using the market-based methodology to
reflect the efforts made by the Group in selecting its energy suppliers.
In October 2023, URW communicated its updated Better Places
sustainability roadmap including its commitment to contribute to global
carbon neutrality with new science-based net-zero targets on
Scopes1,2 and 3. URW became the first retail real estate company in
the EU and sixth CAC 40 company to obtain SBTi approval of net-zero
targets
(2)
. The underlying transition plan described below was publicly
announced and adopted by URW in October 2023.
URW’s approach to contributing to global carbon neutrality follows the
principles and requirements of both the SBTi criteria for net-zero
targets (in line with the “Corporate Net-Zero Standard”, published in
April 2023), and the guidelines set by the Net Zero Initiative. It follows
the 3 main objectives:
• REDUCE, by cutting its carbon emissions at the level expected by
science;
• AVOID, by helping its value chain reducing their own carbon
emissions; and
• REMOVE, by neutralising any residual emissions left after the
reduction of its carbon emissions.
Details of URW’s main carbon reduction targets, from a 2015 baseline,
which apply to the Better Places scope, and which are directly related to
the main impacts identified in the materiality analysis (see Section
3.2.2.2.4 Description of the process to identify and assess material
climate-related impacts, risks and opportunities):
Name of the target and material IROs addressed Scope Type Ambition Baseline year Target year SBTi approved
Net zero – near-term target (IRO addressed: E1-I-2) 1 and2 Absolute -90% 2015 2030 YES
Net zero – Long term target (IROs addressed: E1-I-1,E1-I-2
and E1-I-3)
1,2 and 3 Absolute -90% (-90% on
Scopes 1 and 2
and
-90% on Scope 3)
2015 2050 YES
(1) In kWh/visit and kgCO
2
/visit.
(2) At the date of approval by the SBTi on July 6, 2023.
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Note 1: GHG emissions’ reduction targets are disclosed as a percentage
of the emissions of URW's baseline year under the market-based
methodology. As of today, URW did not make carbon reduction
commitments using the location-based methodology. The baseline
2015 was chosen in 2016 when the Group launched its Better Places
2030 programme and kept since then for consistency as it was still
compliant with the Science based targets criteria for the certification of
the carbon reduction targets. Values for the 2015 baseline are
presented in the tables in Section 3.2.2.2.9 Gross Scopes 1, 2 and 3 and
total GHG emissions.
Note 2: URW’s GHG inventory and GHG emissions’ reduction targets
follow the GHG Protocol Corporate Standard which requires 7 gases to
be included in inventories: carbon dioxide (CO
2
), methane (CH
4
), nitrous
oxide (N
2
O), hydrofluorocarbons (HFC), perfluorocarbons (PFC), sulfur
hexafluoride (SF
6
) and nitrogen trifluoride (NF
3
). Throughout this
document, "GHG emissions" ("CO
2
e")refers to those 7 gases.
URW commits to reach net zero GHG emissions across its value chain by
2050. URW has pledged to reduce its footprint by -90% in absolute
terms by 2050 compared to 2015 (details on this commitment are given
below in the sub-section “Levers and hypothesis regarding the
reduction of the scope 3 carbon emissions”) and to neutralise
residual emissions through carbon removals (details in Section
3.2.2.2.10 GHG removals and GHG mitigation projects financed through
carbon credits).
As an intermediate milestone, URW has pledged to reduce its Scopes 1
and 2 GHG emissions by -90% in absolute terms by 2030 compared to
2015 and to neutralise residual emissions (from Scopes 1 and 2)
through carbon removal actions starting 2030 (projects may start
before being mature enough to generate carbon credits starting 2030).
These efforts are compatible with a global 1.5°C pathway (as certified
by the SBTi), following the recommendations of the Paris Agreement.
URW’s targets and net zero commitment cover the Group’s assets
within the Better Places scope.
In order to reach those commitments, URW has also confirmed its pre-
existing carbon reduction sub-targets, still followed by the Group as
levers to achieve its main targets:
URW Sub-targets
Details of URW’s sub-targets, from a 2015 baseline, which apply to the Better Places scope, and which are directly related to the main impacts
identified in the materiality analysis (see Section 3.2.2.2.4 Description of the process to identify and assess material climate-related impacts, risks
and opportunities):
Name of the target and relation to
material IROs Scope Type Ambition
Baseline year and
value Target year SBTi approved
Global target 1, 2 and 3 Absolute (MtCO
2
e)
-50% (-90% on
Scopes 1and2
and
-50% on Scope 3)
2015
5.1 MtCO
2
e
2030 YES
Operations target (in relation
to the impact GHG emissions
and energy consumption of
building operations)
Partial Scopes 1, 2 and 3 (Direct emissions
from stationary combustion + Indirect
emissions from purchased electricity +
Indirect emissions from purchased steam/
heating/cooling + Energy-related activities
+ Downstream leased assets)
Intensity (kgCO
2
e/
sqm)
-80%
2015
102 kgCO
2
e/sqm
2030 YES
Construction target (in
relation to the impact GHG
emissions of construction)
Partial Scope 3 (Investments)
Intensity (kgCO
2
e/
sqm built)
-35%
2015
850 / 1,294
kgCO
2
e/sqm built
(EU/US)
2030 NO
Transport Target (in relation
to the impact GHG emissions
from visitors’ mode of
transport)
Partial Scope 3 (Customers transportation)
Intensity (kgCO
2
e/
visit)
-40%
2015
3 kgCO
2
e/visit
2030 YES
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Note 1: Details on the physical units of intensity targets see more details
in "URW’s reporting methodology" in Section 3.2.1.1.1 General basis for
preparation of the Sustainability Statement):
• Operations target: Square metres used are the areas served with
energy;
• Construction target: Square metres used are the areas of the
development projects' Life Cycle Assessments (using the GIA or
gross floor areas); and
• Transport target: Visits represent the total footfalls of each individual
shopping centre in 1 year.
Note 2: Carbon reduction targets are disclosed as a percentage of the
emissions of the Group's baseline year under the market-based
methodology.
For each of those targets and sub-targets, URW:
• Has selected a baseline year which is 2015, to reflect the
improvements in terms of carbon reduction compared to a common
year of all the Group’s targets;
• Has a carbon reduction trajectory model, considering both internal
and external levers, and relying on hypothesis from external
decarbonation scenarios (see details below in the sub-section
“Frameworks, scenarios and assumptions used for the transition
plan”). The models also consider the impact of future internal activity
based on hypothesis (an increase of the activity parameters such as
footfall and square metres built in the coming years has been used to
model the carbon trajectories);
• Has identified and quantified the levers and associated level to reach
the expected reduction;
• Has quantified the costs related to the environmental transition; and
• Does not include GHG removals, carbon credits or avoided emissions
as a means of achieving the GHG emission reduction targets.
For more detailed information on the adjustments performed on the
2015 baseline, please see Section 3.2.1.1.2 Disclosures in relation to
specific circumstances.
As a conclusion, URW has already identified and quantified the levers
needed to align its activities with the 1.5°C pathway set in the Paris
Agreement and with the objective of achieving global climate neutrality
by 2050. Additionally reaching those levers is compatible with the
business model which makes the latter compatible towards a
sustainable economy.
Levers and hypothesis regarding the reduction of Scopes 1 and 2 GHG emissions
As this part is related to URW carbon reduction targets, it applies only to
the Better Places scope. Scopes 1 and 2 emissions are the emissions
within URW’s direct control. The figure below details the levers and
their associated weight for the 2030 Scopes 1 and 2 objective to reduce
by -90% the absolute GHG emissions compared to a 2015 baseline. All
baseline values and detailed targets are detailed in the table above.
• The detailed plan has been built in 2023 and updated with the
performance of the year 2024.
• Scope 1 emissions are mainly caused by the consumption of natural
gas and the leakage of refrigerant fluids at asset level:
- Regarding emissions from natural gas consumption, URW aims to
phase out gas boilers progressively where it is technically feasible
and economically viable to do so and replace them with heat
pumps. Where it is not possible to replace the gas boiler, the Group
energy intensity reduction target of -50% in 2030 compared to
2015 in kWh/sqm (on the Better Places scope) should largely
participate in the reduction of those emissions;
- Regarding emissions from refrigerant fluid leakage, the
combination of the following actions should reduce those
emissions by -90% in 2030 compared to 2015:
• The increase of the air conditioning setpoint;
• The implementation of leakage sensors;
• The replacement of the refrigerant fluids by fluids having a lower
Global Warming Potential ("GWP") while keeping the equipment
where it is feasible; and
• The replacement of systems themselves if needed.
• Scope 2 emissions related to the consumption of electricity as well as
district heating and cooling networks:
- Regarding emissions from electricity consumption, URW will rely
on the following strategies:
• Limit the electricity demand of URW assets (on the Better Places
scope) through an energy intensity reduction target of -50% in
2030 compared to 2015 in kWh/sqm. In this context, long-term
energy action plans are designed by each asset team to identify
and select the right actions (sufficiency measures and efficiency
measures such as replacement of technical equipment,
insulation of buildings, building management systems, and
energy monitoring,..) to reduce the global energy consumption of
the assets. This is detailed in the Energy efficiency policy of URW
(see Section 3.2.2.2.5 Policies related to climate change
mitigation and adaptation).
Scopes 1&2
Baseline 2015
Scopes 1&2
progress
status – 2024
Sufficiency
Scopes 1&2
Target 2030
16
Energy
efficiency
Energy
Mix
Fugitive
emissions
155
23
41%
40%
11%
8%
1 2 3 4
-90%
In ktCO
2
e
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- For the residual electricity consumption:
• Reduce the purchasing demand by increasing the production of
renewable electricity on site through photovoltaic (“PV”) panels;
• Where on-site production cannot cover the whole demand,
procure electricity from renewable energy sources. Since 2021,
100% of the electricity consumption of URW’s common areas
and common equipment is from renewable energy sources,
either through direct procurement such as PPAs” or covered by
Guarantees of Origins (EU) and Renewable Energy Certificates
(US);
- Regarding emissions from district heating and cooling networks,
several actions are planned and already in motion:
• URW has set an energy intensity reduction target of -50% in 2030
compared to 2015 in kWh/sqm which should largely participate
in the reduction of those emissions;and
• Tendential decarbonisation of local networks. URW is carefully
following current and projected carbon content of those
networks and will study the possibility to phase out district
networks where feasible in the case where they jeopardise its
carbon reduction targets.
The follow-up process to ensure the effective reduction of GHG
emissions is contained in the GHG reduction policy of URW (see Section
3.2.2.2.5 Policies related to climate change mitigation and adaptation).
Levers and hypothesis regarding the reduction of
Scope 3 carbon emissions
Three distinct categories (and associated targets are presented in the
target table) represent more than 90% of total Scope 3 emissions in
2015:
• Customer transportation (67% of Scope 3 in 2015 and 78% of
Scope 3 in 2024): Emissions will be cut by relying both on external
and internal levers. The main external levers are the decarbonisation
of thermic vehicles and the improvement of their efficiency. The
internal levers URW will rely on to reduce its transport emissions are
the following:
- A reduction of the thermal car modal share, mainly through better
connectivity to public transports and the development of soft
mobility infrastructures on site (cycle lanes, pedestrian paths,
improvement of the visitor experience when coming via sustainable
means of transport). With 48% of visitors reaching URW assets
using sustainable transport means in 2024, URW builds on the
central location and connectivity of its standing assets. The Group
also partners with local authorities to increase public transport
services in the areas surrounding the assets. For its new
development projects, the Group targets a maximum car modal
share (excluding EVs) of 50% in the US and 38% in Europe;
- An increase in the car occupancy rate, mainly by favouring
carpooling to its assets (adding information on existing shopping
centre app, adding carpool stop-off points) or offering parking
discount for groups; and
- An increase in the share of EVs with an EV chargers’ plan for 2030,
with the objective to reach more than 4,000 charging points in
Europe. Doing so, URW estimates it will achieve 27% EVs among its
visitors coming by car in 2030, supporting the electrification of the
vehicle fleet in Europe.
• Downstream leased assets (15% of Scope 3 in 2015 and 6% of
Scope 3 in 2024): Emissions will be mainly cut through the
engagement of URW with its tenants on their in-store operations
based on the following assumptions:
- Having 80% of URW tenants’ electricity consumption coming from
renewable energy sources;
- Reducing by -25% the energy intensity of the tenants’ areas; and
- For the assumptions above, URW will mainly rely on the green leases
(launched in 2009), which include requirements in terms of renewable
energy procurement and energy efficiency, and the deployment of
submetering systems to closely follow the impacts of the tenants’
energy efficiency actions. EU energy efficiency directives as well as
local building energy efficiency regulations will also support average
tenants’ energy intensity improvements. The green lease is detailed in
the green lease policy of URW (see Section 3.2.2.2.5 Policies related
to climate change mitigation and adaptation) and in the “Focus on
green leases” in Section 3.2.2.2.6 Actions and resources in relation to
climate change policies.
• Investments (~10% of Scope 3 in 2015 and 8% of Scope 3 in
2024): Emissions will be reduced through the implementation of
low-carbon construction guidelines for new development projects.
The guidelines require a reduction of the embodied carbon for
development projects, through efficient design, the use of low-carbon
or bio-sourced materials and with a focus on refurbishments and
densification of standing assets which have a lower impact compared
to new greenfield projects. URW sets decreasing embodied carbon
thresholds for its development projects in the sustainability
guidelines for development projects (see details below in sub-section
“Focus on reducing emissions from construction by -35% by 2030”).
Other Scope 3 emissions (capital goods, purchased goods and services,
business travel, waste and commuting) are tackled through specific
levers and internal practices:
• Capital goods: Most of these emissions refer to the Group's IT
equipment. URW has deployed its own IT climate strategy since 2020
to limit the environmental impact related to digital equipment and
services within the Group. Among the initiatives deployed, URW aims
to increase the average lifetime of URW’s employee equipment
(laptop, screen, video conference and smartphone) which will have a
direct impact in limiting those emissions.
• Purchased Goods and Services: These emissions come from the
operating expenditure ("OPEX") spent within the Group’s standing
assets, the main categories being maintenance, cleaning and
security. We rely on the constant streamlining of operations, the
Group’s suppliers’ own decarbonisation strategies and the Group’s
purchasing procedures to reduce these emissions.
• Business travel: Since COVID-19 and the large deployment of video
conference within all URW offices, the emissions related to business
travels have been drastically reduced. Besides, corporate initiatives
have been created to encourage low-carbon transports for
employees below a certain distance to avoid unnecessary plane
travels.
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• Waste: Since the emissions from waste and waste management are
directly related to the quantity of waste generated within the Group’s
centres and the treatment types, URW's commitments on the topic
will largely participate in the reduction of these emissions.
• Commuting: URW employees are encouraged to use low-carbon
transportation solutions to come to the office (through initiatives such
as the sustainable mobility package in France which offers
compensation for employees coming to the office by bike or other
low-carbon solutions).
Achieving these objectives involves the active participation of all the
Group’s employees within their areas of responsibility and the
contribution of the Group’s stakeholders (value chain) in driving change,
mainly tenants, suppliers and service providers. URW has designed a
set of policies to frame how the objectives are set, followed and
budgeted to secure their achievements. It also relies on partnerships
with large corporates and start-ups in order to accelerate the pace of
transformation, particularly in the fields of low-carbon construction,
energy efficiency and sustainable mobility solutions.
All of the Group business areas (development and operation) and URW’s
value chain have been considered as part of the scenario analysis work
while designing the Group’s Better Places climate strategy (Scopes 1, 2
and 3), with a specific focus on the activities generating the largest part
of the Group's GHG emissions which are covered by reduction targets:
operations (including tenants’ activities), construction and transport.
Focus on reducing emissions from by construction
by -35% by 2030
URW was, in 2016, the first company in commercial real estate to
commit to significantly reducing its carbon emissions from construction
on a broad scope. In concrete terms, reducing its carbon intensity by
-35% between 2015 and 2030 means dropping from an average:
• In Europe (including the UK), of 850 kgCO
2
e/sqm constructed
(1)
in
2015 to 552.5 kgCO
2
e/sqm on average by the end of 2030. The 2015
baseline has been built on the carbon intensity of greenfield/
brownfield projects under construction or delivered between 2012
and 2015; and
• In the US, of 1,294 kgCO
2
e/sqm constructed in 2015 to 841 kgCO
2
e/
sqm on average by the end of 2030. This baseline for the US has been
calculated in 2019 following the carbon assessments conducted on 4
different projects.
The main levers to achieve the Group’s reduction target on construction
for both Europe and the US are the following:
• Improve the programme of the development project
(accounting for 30% of the carbon reduction of the project) through
the following actions (among others):
- A “lean building” approach from the design phase, using fewer
materials, through optimised design choices (structure, fixtures
and fittings, façades, suspended ceilings, reduced number of
parking spaces, etc.); and
- Study open-air shopping centre feasibility to reduce materials.
• Improve the design phase of the development project
(accounting for 25% of the carbon reduction of the project) through
the following actions (among others):
- Using new solutions for construction as well as selecting suppliers
and products based on their location and place of manufacture,
respectively; and
- Choosing alternative and low-carbon materials, such as timber for
the structure.
• Choose the best technical solutions once the design is secured
(accounting for 45% of the carbon reduction of the project) through
the following actions (among others):
- For a given material, favour reused and then recycled products;
- Low-carbon technology for specific materials such as concrete and
cement; and
- Bio-sourced materials for non-structural elements (insulation,
floorings).
Combining those levers with performing LCAs regularly during the
design will ensure the alignment with target at all stages; URW also
relies on developing targeted partnerships with construction firms and
manufacturers of building materials for the implementation of
innovative solutions in order to reduce the embodied carbon footprint of
its development projects.
In order to secure the commitments regarding construction activities
and provide guidance to the development teams from the very
beginning of the design phase to the delivery of development projects,
the Group has created the sustainability guidelines for development
projects. The document is split into 3 parts:
• The Manifesto, that describe the vision of development projects at
URW;
• The Pillars on which all teams should rely on to ensure the best
environmental performance concerning development projects:
purpose, ownership, KPI and communication; and
• The Brief, gathering all the specific and technical requirements for
development projects (brownfield, greenfield, refurbishments,
renovations and extensions) to be in line with Better Places.
The sustainability guidelines for development projects, approved in
2019, have been rolled out in 2020 throughout the Group. The
sustainability performance of development projects is closely
monitored by the development project team, the Sustainability team
and the regional management team during key project reviews using a
dedicated assessment tool also created in 2020. Specific validation
meetings covering sustainability performance of development projects
occur at key milestones of the projects. The MB member in charge of
sustainability is attending those meetings. In 2024, the content of the
guidelines and the assessment tool have been updated to integrate and
reflect, among others, the acceleration of the Group towards low-
carbon construction and the compliance with the new EU Taxonomy
criteria for building development (see Section 3.2.2.6.4 URW share of
aligned activities). The Group also offers specific trainings for
development and construction managers to help them better
understand the technical requirements of the Group’s sustainability
guidelines and new regulations around low-carbon buildings (e.g.
training in France for the new RE2020 regulation). Details are also
available in section 3.2.2.5.4 (Circular Economy).
(1) Square metres constructed correspond to gross floor area (excluding gross floor area of car parks).
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Focus on reducing emissions from operations by
-80% by 2030
Note: This target includes the energy-related categories within Scopes
1, 2 and 3 (details of those categories are available in the target tables
presented at the beginning of the transition plan). This target applies to
the Better Places scope.
Achieving its target of reducing carbon emissions from operations by
-80% in intensity per square metres (details in sub-section "URW’s
reporting methodology") between 2015 and 2030 draws on 2 levers
simultaneously:
• Improving energy efficiency both in common and private areas of the
Group’s Better Places assets; and
• Completing a fast transition to renewable energies. URW is
committed to using 100% electricity from renewable energy sources
(“green electricity”) for the consumption of the common areas of its
assets under Better Places scope (including shared facilities) and
push for an equivalent transition for the private electricity
consumption of its tenants using the green lease as a contractual
agreement (see details in “Focus on green leases” sub-section in
Section 3.2.2.2.6 Actions and resources in relation to climate change
policies).
Achieving this target, which has been approved by the SBTi in 2020,
requires the involvement of tenants (specific green terms are added in
lease contracts – see details in “Focus on green lease” sub-section in
Section 3.2.2.2.6 Actions and resources in relation to climate change
policies).
INVESTMENTS PLANNED TO SUPPORT URW BETTER PLACES TRANSITION ROADMAP
In 2023, as part of the update of its Better Places roadmap, URW estimated the costs of the environmental transition for its European activities
including UK, until 2030:
Name of the target
CAPEX requirements
(1)
on top of 30% of maintenance
CAPEX allocated for environmental transition Details
Net zero – near-
term target
€28 Mn (annually) Covering both the implementation of the long-term energy action plan to reach the energy
intensity target and the energy mix improvement measures (on-site renewable energy).
Operation No additional CAPEX on top of the net zero –
near-term target
The assumptions taken on the reduction of the carbon emissions related to the energy
consumption of the private areas do not represent an increase in CAPEX for URW.
Construction Limited increase in construction cost
(estimated under 10%)
The embodied carbon targets and other environmentally related objectives for development
projects should represent a limited increase of the construction costs as long as the
requirements are implemented from the very beginning of the design.
Transport No CAPEX The installation of EVs is currently planned with no CAPEX except when the project
demonstrates good profitability, in which case we aim to operate with 100% CAPEX or through
a joint venture.
(1) On average per year over 2024–2030. Europe only. On a proportionate basis.
The CAPEX needed to reach URW’s 2050 long-term targets has not yet
been estimated but as URW prioritises the quick deep reduction of its
emissions until 2030, a large part of the remaining emissions to be cut
will come from external trends (mostly Scope 3-related emissions) and
value chain engagement, in which URW has a role to play. URW will
work in the coming years to estimate the CAPEX needed until 2050 for
its transition plan.
Locked-in GHG emissions
Within URW’s carbon footprint, the following equipment or assets and
their related GHG emissions could represent locked-in GHG emissions:
• The recently installed (<10 years) gas boilers in URW’s assets and
associated stationary combustion emissions; and
• URW’s assets with a high car modal share and located outside dense
urban/suburban areas and the emissions related to the
transportation of visitors to those centres.
Both of those sources are already considered and covered by URW’s
carbon reduction trajectory model and levers, as described above.
URW also operates a limited retail area in selected US airports but with
no direct influence on the airport activity itself. URW does not identify
assets or business activities that could be incompatible with a transition
to a climate-neutral economy.
How the transition plan is aligned with EU
Taxonomy requirements
URW’s transition plan objectives are fully aligned with the objectives of
the Delegated Act related to climate mitigation within the EU Taxonomy
regulation. As the EU Taxonomy technical requirements for asset
alignment are mostly related to the improvement of the energy
performance of the buildings, the identified levers and associated
CAPEX will contribute to the increase in alignment of URW’s economic
activities.
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URW aims to align its economic activities (revenues and CAPEX) with
the criteria established in Commission Delegated Regulation 2021/
2139 on climate adaptation or mitigation under the Taxonomy
Regulation. URW has not set a specific quantitative alignment
objectiveyet.
EU Paris-aligned benchmarks
URW is not excluded from EU Paris-aligned benchmarks as URW does
not fall into any of the excluded activities.
Transition plan embedded and aligned with the
overall business strategy and financial planning
The sustainability approach is fully embedded into the key processes of
URW, in line with the Group’s strategic priorities and operational
concerns. Relevant details are provided in Section 3.2.4.1 The role of the
administrative, supervisory and management bodies. Relevant
management processes have been set up at each stage of the business
cycle, along with appropriate KPIs. For example:
• The URW due diligence process for asset acquisitions includes a
complete audit of technical, regulatory, environmental and H&S
risks, including soil contamination;
• The Group ERM framework includes climate change and
sustainability risks. Identified among the main risk factors, they are
integrated in the Risk Management Programme overviewed by the
GRC, which reports regularly to the MB and SB (see Section 6.1.2
Group Enterprise Risk Management framework);
• Development projects are regularly reviewed in light of the Better
Places targets and overall sustainability performance is screened
during key milestones of the design phases by the development
project’s team and the Sustainability team to ensure the alignment of
the project with Group expectations;
• Managed assets have an environmental action plan, including actions
deemed necessary to reach asset or Group-level targets on the
following topics: energy and carbon performance, biodiversity,
climate risks, waste, mobility and water. These environmental action
plans are challenged by the corporate technical teams in charge of
sustainability topics during annual sustainability performance
reviews and actions are budgeted in the 5-year business plan of the
assets. The implementation of the actions is followed throughout the
year by the corporate technical teams;
• The training path of all employees, including new joiners, includes
relevant climate-related content and specific functions receive in-
depth climate-related training tailored to their needs (see Section
3.2.3.1.3 Policies related to own workforce);
• Individual objectives of Group employees include climate-related
objectives (see Section 3.2.3.1.3 Policies related to own workforce);
• The STI of the MB and EC as well as the LTI of all eligible Group
employees specifically integrate climate-related performance
criteria (see Section 3.2.1.2.3 Integration of sustainability-related
performance in incentive schemes, and Section 3.2.3.1.3 Policies
related to own workforce); and
• Standing assets’ and development projects’ 5-year business plans
integrate sustainability components to ensure alignment with the
Better Places targets.
Transition plan approved by the management and
supervisory bodies
The content of the transition plan has been presented and formally
approved by the EC, the MB and the SB of URW in 2023. Any changes to
the Group targets or to the main components of the transition plan is
subject to validation by the MB, in line with the sustainability
governance established by the administrative, management and
supervisory bodies detailed in Section 3.2.1.2.1.1 Composition of the
administrative, management and supervisory bodies and their access to
expertise and skills with regard to sustainability matters.
Status of implementation of the transition plan
The transition plan as detailed above,, is fully implemented in the
strategy and operations of URW (for assets within the Better Places
perimeter): targets are set, environmental action plans are set and
updated each year, actions are budgeted each year in the asset’s
business plan and objectives are reviewed each year by the MB and
Technical and Sustainability corporate teams.
Viparis-specific transition plan details
Viparis, URW’s Convention & Exhibition joint venture, has a dedicated
sustainability roadmap and targets that are aligned with its own
materiality assessment called “Better Events VIPARIS 2030”. The
scope of application of this strategy is distinct from the Better Places
roadmap and details on the differences can be found in Section 3.2.1.1.1
General basis for preparation of the Sustainability Statement.
At the end of 2021, Viparis became signatory of the Net-Nero Carbon
Events pledge, an international and voluntary initiative from the event
sector, gathering industry stakeholders to construct an industry-wide
roadmap towards net zero by 2050, and emissions reductions by 2030
in line with the Paris Agreement. Therefore, in 2022 and 2023, Viparis
defined a new target of reducing GHG emissions by -45% by 2030
(1)
compared to 2019 as a new baseline year. The Viparis sustainability
policy is set out in a dedicated document, available on Viparis’ website
within the sustainable development section: www.viparis.com.
(1) All scopes included, except visitor travel, in line with science-based targets methodology. The target was defined by an international climate consultancy, using SBTi methodology
(not submitted to the SBTi).
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The difference of targets and baseline year between Better Places and
Better Events Viparis 2030’s objectives are sensible given the specific
features of Viparis’ events business and access to more accurate data in
2019 than in 2015.
Viparis' GHG emissions reduction target between 2019 and 2030 breaks
down into the 3 following complementary objectives:
• Reduce emissions of Scopes 1 and 2 by -45% by 2030. As with Better
Places, Scopes 1 and 2 emissions are mainly caused by the
consumption of natural gas, the leakage of refrigerant fluids, the
consumption of electricity, as well as district heating and cooling
networks. Energy audits were conducted in 2023 on all of Viparis’
venues to prioritise investments and fulfil the already existing
investments plan (switching to LED, improving building management
systems, changing HVAC, etc.).
• Reduce emissions of Scope 3 by -45% by 2030. 32% of Viparis’ global
GHG emissions are due to event logistics, and to reduce it, new
optimisation processes are being implemented, such as the off-site
logistics for the Palais des Congrès de Paris making it possible to fill 1
semi-trailer with the contents of 8 light commercial vehicles and
therefore reducing the number of vehicles, traffic jams, and air and
noise pollution. Investments represents around 5% of Viparis’ global
GHG emissions. Viparis is committed to reduce both carbon and
environmental impacts of its construction projects. An environmental
certification policy (BREEAM and/or HQE), LCA calculation at
different phases of new projects and the integration of best practices
in its environmental policy for construction projects contribute to
achieving this goal. The implementation of low-carbon construction
rules for new development projects is essential. For example, the
new Hall 3 of Paris le Bourget venue has an LCA nearly halved on a
like-for-like basis compared to Pavillon 6 of Paris Expo Porte de
Versailles. Other Scope 3 emissions (purchased goods and services,
business travel, waste and commuting) will be tackled through
specific policies.
• Reduce emissions from visitor travel with 80% of visitors arriving via
sustainable transport means, once arrived in Île-de-France. Viparis
supports new modes of mobility, with projects for rapid charging hubs
and electrification of its parking lots.
3.2.2.2.3 Material impacts, risks and interaction
with strategy and business model
(ESRS 2 SBM-3)
Please see Section 3.2.1.4.1 Description of the processes to identify and
assess material water and marine resources-related impacts, risks and
opportunities, and Section 6.1.2 Group Enterprise Risk Management
framework, respectively for more detailed information on the double
materiality analysis and the risk identification process.
As explained in Section 3.2.1.3.1 Strategy, business model and value
chain and Section 3.2.2.2.3 Material impacts, risks and interaction with
strategy and business model, URW’s business model and sustainability
roadmap directly integrate considerations related to the reduction of
the Group’s carbon emissions.
3.2.2.2.4 Description of the process to identify
and assess material climate-related
impacts, risks and opportunities (ESRS 2
IRO-1)
Please see Section 3.2.1.4.1 Description of the processes to identify and
assess material water and marine resources-related impacts, risks and
opportunities, and Section 6.1.2 Group Enterprise Risk Management
framework, respectively for more detailed information on the double
materiality analysis and the risk identification process.
URW’s approach to climate-related risks and
opportunities
In collaboration with external scientific experts, URW carried out 2
assessments targeting climate-related risks and opportunities at
different levels:
1. An analysis at Group level, last updated in 2024, aimed at identifying
and prioritising climate-related risks and opportunities the Group
could be exposed to as part of the transition to a low-carbon
economy (risks and opportunities of transition) and resulting from
climate events (physical risks and opportunities).
2. A deep dive on physical risks that could impact its assets. This
assessment, performed in 2023 and 2024, covered URW's entire
portfolio (Shopping Centres, Convention & Exhibition centres,
Offices) and was followed-up by several site visits to evaluate the
local vulnerabilities and support the development of adaptation
plans.
These studies were conducted to meet the following objectives:
• Integrate in strategic decisions climate-related present and future
risks and opportunities, in the short and longer term – in accordance
with TCFD recommendations;
• Define adaptation and resilience priorities;
• Lay the first foundations of action/adaptation plans to improve the
Group’s resilience in the short and medium term; and
• Meet the different requirements of regulations.
To ensure the completeness of the analysis, the assessments are
conducted in alignment with the various regulations and sustainability
frameworks such as the EU Taxonomy and the TCFD. For climate-
related physical risks, the list of indicators studied, as well as the time
horizons (2030, 2050) and the scenarios (SSP2-4.5, SSP5-8.5) chosen
as part of the study, are aligned with the key frameworks or regulations
(EU Taxonomy, CDP, TCFD and CSRD among others). For the transition
risks and opportunities component, the choice of time horizons (2025,
2030, 2050) and scenarios – Nationally Determined Contributions
(“NDC”) which corresponds to business as usual and, Net Zero 2050 –
followed the same logic.
It is important to note that the objective of the analysis is to assess the
most critical scenario. As part of the physical risk component, the
analysis is carried out using the reference scenario with the highest
level of GHG emissions and a strong dependence on fossil fuels – the
SSP5-8.5 scenario. Under this scenario, no policy to limit GHG
emissions is considered, leading to an acceleration of climate change
and the resulting physical impacts. By using this scenario as a reference
for its adaptation plans, URW ensures the resilience of its assets to the
worst probable future materialised by the IPCC scenarios.
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For the transition risks and opportunities aspect, the logic remains the
same, but the more drastic scenario is Net Zero by 2050, which will
bring the greatest constraints (and opportunities for transformation) for
companies – on regulatory, market, technological or even reputational
aspects – requiring them to make profound changes in terms of
construction and operational approaches, culture or even organisation.
Identifying transition risks and opportunities as part of compliance with
the Paris Agreement allows URW to anticipate their potential impact on
the Group and prepare for them.
Climate-related physical risks
Definition of climate-related physical risks
In the context of URW analysis, climate-related physical risks are
defined as a combination of hazard, exposure, vulnerability and impact:
• Hazard refers to the type of peril one is dealing with, e.g. coastal
flood.
• Exposure refers to the location, physical attributes and value of
assets or people that could be affected by a certain hazard. It highly
depends on the geographical location of assets and operations. For
example, being located near a river increases the exposure of an
asset to riverine flood.
• Vulnerability refers to the predisposition or sensitivity of a specific
asset to a hazard.
• Impact refers to the consequences of the hazard if it occurs. Physical
climate risks can have severe economic and human consequence
affecting various facets of the business:
- OPEX: e.g. increase in raw material costs, higher insurance costs,
higher energy and water costs, and/or costs to replace affected
stocks;
- CAPEX: e.g. costs of repairing equipment or buildings, and/or costs
of adaptation;
- Revenues: e.g. business interruption (store closures, etc.), reduced
productivity due to heatwaves, and/or changing consumer
preferences;
- Value of assets: e.g. asset impairment or destruction caused by
extreme weather events;
- Reputation and capability to attract capital; and
- H&S: H&S of employees, suppliers or customers can be hindered
by extreme climate conditions and extreme climate events.
Site-specific assessment
A screening of the climate-related hazards was performed to identify
the ones that may affect the business, based on:
• The type of activities, equipment and materials; and
• The geographical footprint of the portfolio using specific geospatial
coordinates of the assets.
Risk engineers and industry experts were consulted to perform the
screening.
This analysis was done considering the climate-related hazards
indicated by the EU Taxonomy for sustainable activities and the CSRD.
For the climate-related perils considered as material, experts identified
the most representative climate indicators from its proprietary
database (+130 indicators) which are sourced from both open sources
and paying models such as JBA, WRI and IIASA. Climate indicator
values were retrieved for each asset, based on their location. Up to 10
climate models for each indicator were used by expert scientists to
evaluate the evolution of such values due to climate change, according
to different scenarios.
For the climate risk assessment and the development of adaptation
strategies, the scenarios employed for URW’s climate risk assessment
are:
• An intermediate GHG emissions scenario: SSP2-4.5
• A high GHG emissions scenario: SSP5-8.5
Considering the current commitments for GHG emissions reductions,
the scenarios SSP1-2.6 and SSP1-1.9 are considered as not relevant to
build adaptation strategies on in the context of an effective ERM
framework.
Three timeframes are considered, consistent with the expected lifetime
of the activity and the indications of the EU Taxonomy and CSRD:
• Baseline (short term – immediate actions): average 1981 and
2010 – To understand current exposure.
• 2030 (medium term): average between 2015 and 2044 values –
This timeframe is commonly used for defining climate adaptation
planning and budgets.
• 2050 (long term): average between 2035 and 2064 values – This
timeframe is commonly used for strategic decisions, such as
changing the business model or the geographic presence and long-
term investments, such as building a new site.
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Those timeframes, as explained, are linked to both the expected lifetime of URW assets (50 years) and URW strategic planning and capital allocation.
The climate-related hazards considered are the ones found materials by the Group’s risk experts and can be found in the below table:
TEMPERATURE RELATED WIND RELATED WATER RELATED SOLID MASS RELATED
CHRONIC
Changing air temperature Changing wind patterns
Changing precipitation
patterns
Coastal erosion
Heat stress
Precipitation or hydrological
variability
Soil degradation
Temperature variability Ocean acidification Soil erosion
Permafrost thawing Saline intrusion Solifluction
Sea level rise
Water stress
ACUTE
Heat wave Cyclone, hurricane, typhoon Drought Avalanche
Cold wave/frost Storm Heavy precipitation Landslide
Wildfire Tornado Flood Subsidence
Glacial lake outburst
Material perils considering URW assets vulnerabilities and assets geographies
Low/non material considering URW assets vulnerabilities and assets geographies
The likelihood, magnitude and duration of these hazards have been
considered within the analysis.
The climate-related physical risks are evaluated under 3 different
angles, to move from exposure to impacts, considering vulnerability,
depending on the potential impacts:
• Business interruption: Risk of income losses in the event that
business is halted due to a direct physical loss or damage;
• Property damage: Risk of physical asset losses in the event of a
destructive peril; and
• Energy needs: Risks for increases/decreases of OPEX due to
variations in energy requirements.
The Vulnerability curves are the used to translate exposure values
(such as metres of flood) into impact values from 0% to 100%.
All assets are divided into 4 classes (low, medium, high, very high)
depending on the cumulated value of property damage, business
interruption and energy needs risks.
Finally, the assets are prioritised based on:
• Multi-peril approach
All assets have been divided into 4 classes (low, medium, high, very
high) depending on the absolute value of property damage, business
interruption and energy needs.
Adopting a multi-peril approach acknowledges the complex and
interconnected nature of climate risks. By considering various perils
simultaneously, URW can better understand the cumulative impact on
assets, enhancing the ability to develop holistic and resilient adaptation
strategies.
• Evaluation of physical climate risks per specific peril
Assessing risks on a per-peril basis allows for a detailed understanding
of the specific challenges each hazard presents. This granular approach
enables targeted mitigation efforts, ensuring that resources are
allocated efficiently based on the unique characteristics and
vulnerabilities associated with each peril.
The prioritisation is made considering the results for the worst-case
scenario (SSP5-8.5) and the 2030 timeframe, which is commonly used
for defining climate adaptation planning and budgets.
Climate-related transition risks
Transition risks and opportunities are those associated with the pace
and extent at which an organisation manages and adapts to the internal
and external pace of change to reduce GHG emissions and transition to
renewable energy.
As required by the TCFD, the following transition risks have been
analysed for URW:
• Policy and legal risks
• Technology risk
• Market risk
• Reputation risk
As required by the TCFD, the following transition opportunities have
been analysed for URW:
• Resource efficiency
• Energy source
• Products and services
• Markets
• Resilience
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Risks and opportunities are evaluated in terms of likelihood and impact.
As it concerns the impacts, they have been evaluated according to the 2
following metrics:
• Where the importance of the financial driver represents the relevance
of the financial term impacted for URW economic sustainability, e.g.
How relevant is an increase of cost of raw materials for URW; and
• The contribution of the risk/opportunity to the driver represents how
a climate-driven market, technology and reputational change can
influence the financial driver, e.g. How much can carbon taxes
contribute to the increase of cost of raw materials?
Transition risks and opportunities are evaluated across the entire value
chain, considering how they can influence financial, human and
reputational capitals, and are evaluated in terms of likelihood and
impact (considering likelihood, magnitude and duration of the transition
events).
URW will provide further details about anticipated financial effects from
material physical and transition risks and potential climate-related
opportunities in the years to come.
Frameworks, scenarios and assumptions used for
the transition plan (Better Places Scope)
URW’s transition plan relies on both mid-term and long-term time
horizon scenarios. The International Energy Agency ("IEA") NZE 2050
scenarios have been used to model URW’s emissions linked to energy
consumption up to 2050. As the IEA NZE 2050 (Net Zero Emission 2050)
scenario does not cover all Group emissions, it has been supplemented
by the IEA B2DS scenario. As a reminder, URW’s objectives are aligned
with a 1.5°C trajectory. Introducing the IEA B2DS scenario is a
conservative approach because it implies that the efforts to be
generated by URW are greater than those generated by exogenous
macro factors. IEA B2DS and IEA CPS (Current Policies scenario)
scenarios have been used for operations and transport carbon reduction
targets of the Group. For its construction carbon target, the Group built
a custom scenario due to the lack of appropriate existing scenario
available. This scenario, with the help of external consultants, has been
built out of the IEA B2DS scenario combined with specific cement and
steel manufacturing sector information on sector-specific carbon
reduction pathways. The scenarios have been identified in order to help
the Group assess and confirm its GHG emission reduction targets. It
must be noted that the achievement of Group 2030 and 2050 GHG
emissions reduction targets on Scope 3 rely on these scenarios. It
therefore means that Group targets would likely not be achieved in
cases where the global GHG emissions of sectors impacting URW’s
value chain are not in line with the scenarios mentioned above. For this
reason, URW regularly monitors the progress of the hypothesis used
behind these scenarios and is likely to update its targets if the scenarios
are not met.
The scenarios described above have been identified in order to help the
Group assess and confirm its GHG emission reduction targets and
trajectories. They were selected specifically to inform on the Group’s
ability to achieve its GHG emission reduction targets by applying the
levers already identified under different scenarios (feasibility analysis).
They have also been used to ensure Group targets are in line with the
expectations set forth in the Paris Agreement (ambition validation).
All GHG reduction carbon targets except for the one related to
construction have been externally assured by the SBTi (for details on
the SBTi certification, see Section 3.2.2.2.2 Transition plan for climate
change mitigation ).
3.2.2.2.5 Policies related to climate change
mitigation and adaptation (ESRS E1-2)
Policies in place to manage material IROs related to climate change
mitigation and adaptation are listed in the table below. Those policies
cover URW’s own operations and the following ones extend to its value
chain:
• GHG emissions reduction policy, mostly for Scope 3-related GHG
emissions and the associated levers;
• Sustainability development guidelines for development projects, as
the minimum requirements for development projects contained in
the document are applied by the general contractors engaged in the
project and are also related to the construction materials; and
• Green leases policy, which details the relations and expectations
between URW and its tenants on sustainability-related topics.
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The first column of the table below presents which IRO from the material topics for URW the policy answers (details about the reference of the IROs
can be found in Section 3.2.1.4.2 Disclosure requirements in ESRS covered by the undertaking’s Sustainability Statement.
Policy and material
IROs addressed
Description of key
contents of policy
Description of scope of
policy or of its exclusions
Description of most
senior level in
organisation that is
accountable for
implementation of policy
Disclosure of third-party
standards o initiatives
that are respected
through implementation
of policy
Description of
consideration given to
interests of key
stakeholders in setting
policy
Explanation of how policy
is made available to
potentially affected
stakeholders and
stakeholders who need to
help implement it
Energy
efficiency policy
Material IROs
addressed:
• E1-I-2
• E1-R-1
• E1-R-3
• E1-O-1
• E1-O-2
Explanation of the
objectives and
targets, operational
follow-up, budget
guidance, dashboards
The policy's general
purpose is to set how
assets will reduce
their energy
consumption and
improve renewable
energy production (by
installing PV panels
on the roofs and
parkings) to reach the
objectives set
Assets within the
Better Places scope
only. URW aims to
extend the scope of
this policy to the CSRD
scope in the coming
years
The MB and the EC
oversee sustainability
related topics, and
specifically, the CRSO
is accountable for the
implementation
Based on ISO 14 001 Stakeholders
involved: Group
Sustainability team,
the corporate
technical team (PMPS
team), the technical
local country teams,
the asset teams and
EU regulations
The policy is for
internal purposes only
GHG emissions
reduction policy
Material IROs
addressed:
• E1-I-1
• E1-I-2
• E1-I-3
• E1-R-1
• E1-R-2
• E1-R-3
• E1-R-4
• E1-O-1
• E1-O-2
Explanation of the
objectives and
targets, operational
follow-up, budget
guidance, dashboards
The policy's general
purpose is to set how
the assets will reduce
their GHG emissions
to reach the
objectives set
Assets within the
Better Places scope
only. URW aims to
extend the scope of
this policy to the CSRD
scope in the coming
years
The MB and the EC
oversee sustainability
related topics, and
specifically, the CRSO
is accountable for the
implementation
SBTi corporate net
zero standard
Stakeholders
involved:
Group Sustainability
team, the corporate
technical team (PMPS
team), the technical
local country teams
and the asset teams
The policy is for
internal purposes only
Climate
adaptation
Policy
Material IROs
addressed:
• E1-I-4
• E1-I-5
Explanation of the
objectives and
targets, operational
follow-up, budget
guidance, dashboards
The policy general
purpose is to set how
the assets will ensure
that future
climate‑related risks
are mitigated to reach
the objectives set
Note: The GHG
emissions reduction
policy and the "energy
efficiency policy
indirectly supports
climate adaptation
All URW portfolio –
CSRD Scope (standing
assets and
development projects
across the Group)
The MB and the EC
oversee sustainability
related topics, and
specifically, the CRSO
is accountable for the
implementation
TCFD, CSRD and EU
Taxonomy
expectations
Stakeholders
involved: Group
Sustainability team,
the corporate
technical team (PMPS
team), the risk
management team,
the technical local
country teams, the
asset teams and EU
regulation including
EU Taxonomy
The policy is for
internal purposes only
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Policy and material
IROs addressed
Description of key
contents of policy
Description of scope of
policy or of its exclusions
Description of most
senior level in
organisation that is
accountable for
implementation of policy
Disclosure of third-party
standards o initiatives
that are respected
through implementation
of policy
Description of
consideration given to
interests of key
stakeholders in setting
policy
Explanation of how policy
is made available to
potentially affected
stakeholders and
stakeholders who need to
help implement it
Sustainability
development
guidelines for
development
projects
Material IROs
addressed:
• E1-I-1
Containing all the
requirements linked
to the sustainability
performance of
URW’s development
projects
The policy's general
purpose is to set how
the development
projects will reach the
minimum
environmental
performance set by
the Group to reach the
objectives set
(including the
objective related to
embodied carbon
emissions)
Development projects
across the Group
The MB and the EC
oversee sustainability
related topics, and
specifically, the CRSO
is accountable for the
implementation
BREEAM
environmental
certification for
development projects,
local regulation such
as RE2020 in France
Stakeholders
involved: Group
Sustainability team,
the corporate
Development and
Construction teams,
development and
construction local
teams in all Group
countries
The policy is primarily
designed for internal
teams and shared with
contractors involved
in its implementation
in development
projects
Green leases
Policy
Material IROs
addressed:
• E1-I-2
Contains the clauses
URW relies on to
engage tenants in the
reduction of their
energy consumption
and related GHG
emissions (among
other topics)
The policy general
purpose is to set how
the Group will ensure
that tenants within
retail assets will meet
sustainability related
requirements
All URW retail
portfolio within the
Better Places scope
(standing assets and
development projects
across the Group) and
additional assets when
URW has the leasing
mandate
The MB and the
ECoversee
sustainability related
topics, and
specifically, the CRSO
is accountable for the
implementation
“Annexe
environnementale”
French regulation,
FACT (Fédération des
Acteurs du Commerce
dans les Territoires)
BBP (Better Building
Partnership)
Stakeholders
involved: Group
Sustainability team,
the corporate
technical team (PMPS
team), the corporate
and French Legal
teams, the technical
local country teams
and the asset teams
The green lease
template is
systematically shared
with tenants on each
new deal
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More details related to the Group climate adaptation strategy are given
in Section 3.2.2.6.4 URW share of aligned activities.
In addition to the policies listed below, the Group’s environmental
strategy also relies on an environmental management system ("EMS"),
aiming at reducing the environmental impacts of assets within the
Better Places scope from initial design through to daily operation. This
pragmatic and dynamic EMS, based on an environmental continuous
improvement approach (ISO 14001), ensures that the Group is able to
meet its annual and long-term targets (progress against targets is
reviewed each year during internal environmental performance reviews
and disclosed publicly in the URW’s scorecard, available in this
document), and supports URW’s continuous improvement for each area
covered by the Group’s sustainability policy. This includes climate
change and resource use such as energy. It completes the development
projects’ EMS.
The EMS system is based on 4 steps of the environmental performance
management process: target setting, establishing an environmental
action plan, measuring results and reviewing the performance:
• Targets: Targets are set (and can be updated on an annual basis if
necessary) for every asset within the Better Places scope in line with
the Group’s long-term targets and can be adapted with the specific
characteristics of each individual site.
• Environmental action plan: Each asset is asked to build its
environmental plan to reach the target set.
- An action plan covering key topics such as GHG emissions, energy,
water, waste, climate-related risks and biodiversity is
implemented and challenged for each managed site.
- Specific resources/documents to help the local teams find the right
actions/levers are provided by the Group sustainability team or the
corporate technical teams on each environmental topics. Specific
groups of employees are also created to help cascade the
information to the asset teams and to share returns of experience
and good practices (communities of “referents”).
- Daily, asset technical managers ensure the environmental
performance and monitoring of operations and implement the roll-
out of the asset environmental action plans. Additional external
technical reviews commissioned by technical teams may also be
conducted at asset level when a specific expertise is required, for
example energy audits.
- Budgets are associated to the proposed actions and then included
in the asset business plan (reviewed annually by the regional
management teams). The follow-up of the implementation of the
actions is done directly in the environmental action plan.
• Measuring results: Performance is measured and assessed on
yearly basis by each asset team (using Group reporting tools and
specific energy dashboards) and asset teams have access all year
round to a live dashboard with their performance.
• Review: At different levels (asset, country, region and Group), the
Group conducts internal environmental performance reviews. These
reviews are conducted at least on an annual basis by the teams in
charge of environmental topics within the Group. Achievements
against targets are reviewed on these occasions. A corrective action
plan is implemented in case of deviation.
Focus on green leases
Since 2009, the Group has been committed to an active “green leases”
policy. Green leases aim at improving tenants’ sustainability
performance during the operation phase through a set of requirements,
including fit-out, operation and reporting requirements.
This approach, based on dialogue, information and sharing of best
practices, encourages tenants to play a role in the environmental
performance of the assets, as well as contributes to managing costs
related to utilities and waste management.
In that respect, since 2009 and ahead of all existing regulations, all new
leases and renewals signed with retail (Shopping Centres) and office
(Offices) tenants have had environmental clauses. These first versions
of green leases cover aspects that are most relevant to improve
tenants’ environmental behaviours and performances, such as
commitment to sharing energy consumption data, technical
specifications for fitting-out tenant spaces (especially maximum power
for lighting), and various measures to save energy and water and sort
waste.
This environmental appendix to leases was strengthened in 2017 to
reflect the evolution of the Group’s ambitions in terms of environmental
performance and contributions to the community. Clauses have been
added to the first version of green leases and include the obligation to
install LED lighting solutions and technical energy efficient equipment
for any new fit-out works performed in private tenant spaces. There is
also the requirement to sign a private electricity contract guaranteeing
that electricity is procured from renewable sources. To support the
Group’s engagement with its communities, a clause has also been
added to invite the tenants to participate in initiatives organised by the
Group to promote local employment. The process of implementation
and follow-up of the green lease is described in the green lease policy of
the Group and the Group targets to better monitor the effective
implementation of the green lease’s requirements in the coming years.
As of today, the green lease's requirements are not all individually
tracked for each tenants by URW.
The table hereafter shows the penetration rates of the latest applicable
green lease version across the Group assets, both for standing assets
and pipeline projects.
2024 NUMBER AND PERCENTAGE OF GREEN LEASES AMONG IN-
YEAR SIGNED LEASES AND ACTIVE LEASES (SHOPPING
CENTRES (RETAIL)AND OFFICES)
Retail Offices
Number of green leases signed during
the year
1,830 3
% of green leases signed during the year 73.3% 25.0%
% of green leases among total active
leases at the year-end
63.0% 40.0%
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Other topics such as responsible resource consumption, environmental performances, behavioural changes or implementation of operational
improvements are often discussed during the regular operation of the shopping centres.
3.2.2.2.6 Actions and resources in relation to climate change policies (ESRS E1-3)
The actions and resources in relation to climate change are listed in the table below:
Policy and
material IROs
addressed Key actions Scope
Time
horizon
Year of
completion Description Progress Resources allocated Financial resources
Energy
efficiency
policy
Material IROs
addressed:
• E1-I-2
• E1-R-1
• E1-R-3
• E1-O-1
• E1-O-2
Energy efficiency
• Reduction of the
energy intensity
with the
replacement of
technical
equipment with a
better efficiency
(e.g. air handling
units, water loop,
heat exchanger,
building
management
system)
Energy mix:
• Gas boilers
removal planning
(replacement by
heat pumps)
Photovoltaic Plan:
• Increase on-site
renewable energy
production on
assets (roof and
parking)
Equivalent to
the scope
indicated in the
policies table
above
2015 –
2030
2030 Standing assets
design and
work on a
dedicated
environmental
action plan to
guide them
towards Group
target
• The Group has
updated all its
long‑term energy
action plans in
2024 to reflect its
new ambition in
terms of energy
intensity
• Live dashboards
available within
the Company to
track progress
anytime
• Implementation of
the actions
according to each
asset’s
environmental
action plan
• Corporate
sustainability and
technical teams
to produce
guidance and
track
performance
• Local country and
asset teams for
implementation
An envelope of
€20Mn (for energy
and GHG emission
reduction) and €
8Mn+ (for renewable
energy production)
has already been
validated on top of
the 30% of
maintenance CAPEX
already allocated to
reach the Group's
energy efficiency and
carbon reduction
targets in the EU. The
envelope for the US
is included in the
maintenance plan for
now. URW also relies
on sustainable
finance instruments
such as
sustainability-linked
loans to finance the
transition. Financial
resources are
updated each year
depending on
updates of the action
plan
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Policy and
material IROs
addressed Key actions Scope
Time
horizon
Year of
completion Description Progress Resources allocated Financial resources
GHG
emissions
reduction
policy
Material IROs
addressed:
• E1-I-1
• E1-I-2
• E1-I-3
• E1-R-1
• E1-R-2
• E1-R-3
• E1-R-4
• E1-O-1
• E1-O-2
Set, track and reach
Group carbon
reduction targets
Equivalent to
the scope
indicated in the
policies table
above
2015 –
2030
2030 and
2050
All standing
assets of URW
have a
dedicated
environmental
action plan to
guide them
towards Group
target
• The Group has
updated all its
environmental
action plans in
2024 to reflect its
new ambition in
terms of carbon
reduction
• Live dashboards
available within
the Company to
track progress
anytime
• Implementation of
the actions
according to each
asset’s
environmental
action plan
• Impact of the
actions taken can
be seen in the
Group’s
performance as
presented in
URW’s
Sustainability
Scorecard within
this document
Climate
adaptation
policy
Material IROs
addressed:
• E1-I-4
• E1-I-5
Increase the
resilience of URW
portfolio to climate-
related risk
Equivalent to
the scope
indicated in the
policies table
above
2015 –
2030
2030 Evaluate the
vulnerability
and exposure of
the portfolio
and implement
resilience
action plans
• Group adaptation
framework being
updated
• New asset visits
done in 2024
• Corporate
Sustainability and
technical teams
to produce
guidance and
track
performance
• Risk Management
team
• Local country and
asset teams for
implementation
Adaptation measures
should be included in
the maintenance
CAPEX of URW
assets (average of 90
€90 Mn per year for
the Group’s EU
assets)
Sustainability
development
guidelines for
development
projects
Material IROs
addressed:
• E1-I-1
Secure the
environmental
performance of
URW’s development
projects
Equivalent to
the scope
indicated in the
policies table
above
2015–
2030
2030 All
development
projects must
include the
requirements of
the guidelines
in their design
to secure their
environmental
performance
2024 update of the
sustainability
guidelines to reflect
new expectations
from EU Taxonomy
and new embodied
carbon thresholds
• Corporate
sustainability
team to produce
guidance and
track
performance
• Concept Studio
team
• Local country
development and
construction
teams for
implementation
A limited increase of
URW construction
costs is expected to
reach the Group's
targets
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Policy and
material IROs
addressed Key actions Scope
Time
horizon
Year of
completion Description Progress Resources allocated Financial resources
Green leases
policy
Material IROs
addressed:
• E1-I-2
Manage the
environmental
requirements with
tenants
Equivalent to
the scope
indicated in the
policies table
above
2015 –
2030
Permanent The green
leases cover
the main
environmental
topics that are
material for the
Group. More
details are
given below.
• Updated green
lease template for
implementation in
2025
• Continuous
deployment of the
green leases for
new tenants
• Corporate
Sustainability and
Leasing teams to
produce guidance
and track
performance
• Local leasing
teams
No specific financial
resources needed
3.2.2.2.7 Targets related to climate change mitigation and adaptation (ESRS E1-4)
The main targets related to climate change mitigation are presented in Section 3.2.2.2.2 Transition plan for climate change mitigation. Details on
scenarios and assumptions for the establishment of those targets are presented in Section 3.2.1.4.1 Description of the process to identify and assess
material impacts, risks and opportunities.
Additionally, the main target related to the Group climate adaptation strategy is the following:
• 100% of URW’s exposed assets to implement risk mitigation measures by 2030.
More details related to the Group climate adaptation strategy are given in Section 3.2.2.6.4 URW share of aligned activities.
3.2.2.2.8 Energy consumption and mix (ESRS E1-5)
The following tables present the energy consumption and mix of the Group under the different reporting scopes of the Group (CSRD, Operational
control and Better Places – the last one being covered by the sustainability strategy of URW).
Energy efficiency of standing assets, per area for Shopping Centres (retail) and offices (kWh/sqm)
Energy efficiency is calculated on the scope of final energy purchased from the grid. Energy self-consumed from renewable on-site production (such
as solar PV) is excluded. The table below is related to the energy intensity target the Group has set detailing the evolution between the reporting year
and the previous year on a like-for-like basis.
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BETTER PLACES SCOPE
As defined in Section 3.2.1.1.1 General basis for preparation of the Sustainability Statement, with a detailed description of this scope and an
understanding of the differences between the different reporting perimeters.
Retail
(kWh/sqm)
Office
(kWh/sqm)
2024 Total 111 86
2023 like-for-like 119 112
2024 like-for-like 112 86
2024/2023 change (%) -5.9% -23.5%
Energy consumption and mix of the Group
(1)
CSRD SCOPE
As defined in Section 3.2.1.1.1 General basis for preparation of the Sustainability Statement, with a detailed description of this scope and an
understanding of the differences between the different reporting perimeters.
ENERGY CONSUMPTION AND MIX (MWH AND %)
2024
Fuel consumption from natural gas (MWh) 42,468
Fuel consumption from coal and coal products (MWh) 0
Fuel consumption from crude oil and petroleum products (MWh) 0
Fuel consumption from other fossil sources (MWh) 0
Consumption of purchased or acquired electricity, from fossil sources (MWh) 40,700
Consumption of purchased or acquired heat, steam, and cooling from fossil sources (MWh) 113,605
Total fossil energy consumption (MWh) 196,774
Share of fossil sources in total energy consumption (MWh) 36.1%
Consumption from nuclear sources (MWh) 0
Consumption of purchased or acquired electricity from renewable sources (MWh) 287,289
Consumption of purchased or acquired heat, steam, and cooling from renewable sources (MWh) 52,179
Consumption of self-generated non-fuel renewable energy (MWh) 9,296
Fuel consumption for renewable sources, including biomass (also comprising industrial and municipal waste of biologic origin, biogas, renewable
hydrogen, etc.) (MWh)
0
Total renewable energy consumption (MWh) 348,763
Share of renewable sources in total energy consumption (%) 63.9%
Total energy consumption (MWh) 545,537
(1) The energy mix of the district networks (for purchased heat and cooling) and specifically the information about the renewable share is coming from the supplier themselves
from their publications during the year previous to the reporting year (aligning with AR 32 expectations)
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Share of total energy consumption derived from renewable sources per energy source: electricity,
district heating and cooling, and direct energy consumption (%)
CSRD SCOPE
As defined in Section 3.2.1.1.1 General basis for preparation of the Sustainability Statement, with a detailed description of this scope and an
understanding of the differences between the different reporting perimeters.
Retail Office
Convention &
Exhibition
2024 total electricity consumption (MWh) 262,294 7,335 67,656
of which green electricity (%) 97.8% 46.2% 54.1%
2024 total district heating & cooling consumption (MWh) 145,433 9,929 10,422
of which renewable energy (%) 35.0% 13.3% 0%
2024 total fuels direct energy consumption (MWh) 33,127 675 8,667
of which renewable energy (%) 0% 0% 0%
Energy intensity based on gross revenue
CSRD SCOPE
As defined in Section 3.2.1.1.1 General basis for preparation of the Sustainability Statement, with a detailed description of this scope and an
understanding of the differences between the different reporting perimeters.
Energy intensity per gross revenue 2024
Energy intensity per gross revenue (MWh/M€) 225
Total Energy consumption (MWh) 545,537
Gross revenue (€ Mn) (equivalent to the Gross Rental Income - see Section 5.1 Consolidated financial statements) 2,427
Note 1: As 100% of the URW’s activities are considered high-impact sectors, this figure is the same for energy intensity of activities in high-impact
sectors (total energy consumption per net revenue).
Note 2: The following high-impact sectors have been used to determine the energy-intensity based on net revenue: construction and real estate
activities.
3.2.2.2.9 Gross Scopes 1, 2 and 3 and total GHG emissions (ESRS E1-6)
Methodology
The method used for quantifying Group emissions is in line with the ISO 14064-1 standard, the GHG Protocol guidelines and the Bilan Carbone®
methodology of ADEME (Agence de l’Environnement et de la Maîtrise de l’Énergie, or French Environment and Energy Management Agency), and is
subject to specific methodological guidelines (see Section 3.2.1.1.1 General basis for preparation of the Sustainability Statement).
The sources of emissions included in the Group’s total carbon footprint are broken down per Scope and influence level in the table hereafter. The
Group calculates its carbon footprint on an extended Scope 3 basis, which is outlined in this table, measuring the major indirect emissions across its
entire value chain.
URW Scope 3 GHG emissions are calculated by multiplying physical quantities by an emission factor. Inputs from specific activities within the URW’s
upstream and downstream value chain are used for the calculation of the physical quantity and the emission factors are mostly retrieved from
recognised database such as Base Empreinte® (ADEME) or DEFRA and updated regularly. In particular, emission factors used for the calculation of
energy-related emissions within ucopes 1, 2 and 3 are published by ADEME, IEA and EPA (Environmental Protection Agency).
100% of Scope 3 categories are calculated using primary activity data and emission factors from external databases.
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Scopes 1 and 2
Scope 1
Direct emissions from stationary combustion: gas and fuel consumption in common areas
Direct emissions from mobile combustion: fuel used for company vehicles
Direct fugitive emissions: leaks of refrigerant gas/fluid
Scope 2
Indirect emissions linked to electricity consumption in common areas (linked to production only)
Indirect emissions from cold or hot steam consumption (centralised cooling and heating provided by district heating and cooling networks)
Scope 3
Scope 3
Emissions from energy production not included in Scopes 1 and 2 (extraction, production and transport of fuel, electricity, hot and cold steam):
upstream emissions and transport and distribution losses of energy consumed by common areas
Purchased products and services: expenses for daily operation of sites, such as cleaning, maintenance, security, waste management, energy and fluid
provision, marketing expenses (OPEX), office supplies (headquarters)
Capital equipment: IT equipment on site, company vehicles
Waste: on-site waste management
Employee commuting: URW employees’ transportation from home to work
Business travel: URW employees’ business travel by plane and train
Investments: expenses related to development projects
Visitor and customer transport: upstream and downstream travel of visitors, customers and/or occupants to the Group’s shopping centres and offices
Downstream leased assets: electricity consumption of private areas (production, transportation and distribution)
Note: URW does not report any biogenic emissions from the combustion or biodegradation of biomass as there is no related installations in URW’s
assets or in URW’s value chain (as far as URW is aware).
The sources of emissions that are excluded from the Group’s total carbon footprint are detailed below:
Scopes 1 and 2
Scope 1
Direct emissions from process sources: URW does not operate processes generating emissions beyond energy
Direct emissions from agricultural sources: URW does not have any activity in the agricultural sector
Scope 2 None
Scope 3
Scope 3
Upstream freight: URW does not have any suppliers or service providers for upstream transportation of goods and distribution. Indeed, this is not an
activity of its value chain (the only upstream activities of the Group are asset development and construction activities reported in investment category
through construction investments). Thus, associated Scope 3 emissions for this source and are not applicable to the Group
Upstream leased assets: URW is owner or co-owner of almost all of its assets, except offices which are immaterial (less than 5%). Indeed, the only
assets rented by the Group as a tenant are offices for headquarters. Thus, associated upstream Scope 3 emissions are negligent when compared to all
other Scope 3 sources (the only significant upstream activities of the Group are asset development and construction activities)
Downstream freight: URW does not sell products and thus does not need any transportation to deliver products to its customers
Use of sold products: URW does not sell products and thus does not have any clients that use the products that it sells.
End-of-life: URW does not sell products and thus does not have any clients that use the products that it sells. The End-of-life of the Group's
construction activities is already capture in the “investments” category
Franchise: this item is not applicable to the Group’s business as URW has no brand or product or service licenses. Thus associated Scope 3 emissions
for this source do not exist
Other indirect emissions: no other indirect emissions have been inventoried
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Events or changes in circumstances (relevant to URW GHG emissions)
between the reporting dates of the entities in URW's value chain and the
date of URW’s general purpose financial statements can be found in
Section 3.2.1.1.2 Disclosures in relation to specific circumstances.
The carbon footprint for 2015 is the baseline for tracking the carbon-
related objectives of the Better Places strategy. The 2015 Group carbon
footprint baseline and the Group carbon footprint evolution in 2023 and
2024 are presented hereafter.
Details on electricity procurement from renewable sources used for
Scope 2 market-based GHG emissions are presented in the sub-section
"Details on electricity procurement from renewable sources used for
Scope 2 market-based GHG emissions" in Section 3.2.2.2.9 Gross
Scopes 1, 2 and 3 and total GHG emissions.
Group carbon footprint – Scopes 1,2 and 3
Group carbon footprint following “market-based” and “location-based” methods
Location based
CSRD & OPERATIONAL
CONTROL SCOPE
2024
Gross Scope 1 GHG emissions (tCO
2
e) 14,917
Gross Scope 2 GHG emissions (tCO
2
e) 107,227
Gross Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions (tCO
2
e) 122,144
Total Gross indirect (Scope 3) GHG emissions (tCO
2
e) 4,295,380
Total GHG emissions (location-based) (tCO
2
e) 4,417,524
Market based
CSRD &
OPERATIONAL
CONTROL SCOPE
2024
Gross Scope 1 GHG emissions (tCO
2
e) 14,917
Gross Scope 2 GHG emissions (tCO
2
e) 25,168
Gross Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions (tCO
2
e) 40,085
Total Gross indirect (Scope 3) GHG emissions (tCO
2
e) 4,204,519
Total GHG emissions (market-based) (tCO
2
e) (tCO
2
e) 4,244,604
BETTER PLACES SCOPE
As defined in Section 3.2.1.1.1 General basis for preparation of the Sustainability Statement, with a detailed description of this scope and an
understanding of the differences between the different reporting perimeters.
The table below is related to the Better Places targets on carbon reduction as described in the transition plan. Further details about Scope 3 related
targets can be found in the next tables.
Location based Base year 2015 2023 2024
2024 progress
from 2023 2030 target
2024 progress
from base year
Gross Scope 1 GHG emissions (tCO
2
e) 23,434 15,835 10,186 -35.7% – -56.5%
Gross Scope 2 GHG emissions (tCO
2
e) 163,220 102,154 93,415 -8.6% – -42.8%
Gross Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions (tCO
2
e) 186,654 117,989 103,602 -12.2% – -44.5%
Total Gross indirect (Scope 3) GHG emissions (tCO
2
e) 4,938,601 3,127,288 3,000,246 -4.1% – -39.2%
Total GHG emissions (location-based) (tCO2eq) 5,125,254 3,245,277 3,103,847 -4.4% – -39.4%
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Market based Base year 2015 2023 2024
2024 progress
from 2023 2030 target
2024 progress
from base year
Gross Scope 1 GHG emissions (tCO
2
e) 23,434 15,835 10,186 -35.7% – -56.5%
Gross Scope 2 GHG emissions (tCO
2
e) 132,018 13,530 13,307 -1.7% – -89.9%
Gross Scope 1&2 GHG emissions (tCO
2
e) 155,451 29,365 23,493 -20.0% -90.0% -84.9%
Total Gross indirect (Scope 3) GHG emissions (tCO
2
e) 4,935,623 3,061,498 2,917,205 -4.7% -50.0% -40.9%
Total GHG emissions (market-based) (tCO
2
e) 5,091,075 3,090,863 2,940,698 -4.9% -50.0% -42.2%
Group carbon footprint details including Scope 3 categories
CSRD Scope
2024
Operational
Control Scope
2024
Scope 1 GHG emissions
Gross Scope 1 GHG emissions (tCO
2
e) 10,102 5,036
Percentage of Scope 1 GHG emissions from regulated emission trading schemes (%)
0.0% 0.0%
Scope 2 GHG emissions
Gross location-based Scope 2 GHG emissions (tCO
2
e) 86,751 20,476
Gross market-based Scope 2 GHG emissions (tCO
2
e)
23,151 2,017
Significant Scope 3 GHG emissions
CSRD Scope & operational control Scope 2024
Total Gross indirect (Scope 3) GHG emissions(tCO
2
e) - location based 4,295,380
Total Gross indirect (Scope 3) GHG emissions(tCO
2
e) - market based 4,204,519
1 Purchased goods and services 224,492
2 Capital goods 11,292
3
Fuel and energy-related activities (not included in Scope 1 or Scope 2) location based) 27,761
Fuel and energy-related activities (not included in Scope 1 or Scope 2) (market based) 19,241
4 Upstream transportation and distribution 195,645
5 Waste generated in operations 11,268
6 Business traveling 2,031
7 Employee commuting 2,222
8 Upstream leased assets –
9 Downstream transportation 3,302,143
10 Processing of sold products –
11 Use of sold products –
12 End-of-life treatment of sold products –
13
Downstream leased assets (location-based) 285,578
Downstream leased assets (market-based) 203,237
14 Franchises –
15
Investments 232,947
Total GHG emissions
Total GHG emissions (location-based) (tCO
2
e) 4,417,524
Total GHG emissions (market-based) (tCO
2
e) 4,244,604
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BETTER PLACES SCOPE
As defined in Section 3.2.1.1.1 General basis for preparation of the Sustainability Statement, with a detailed description of this scope and an
understanding of the differences between the different reporting perimeters.
Base year
2015 2023 2024
2024
progress
from 2023 2030 target
2024
progress
from base
year
Scope 1 GHG emissions
Gross Scope 1 GHG emissions (tCO
2
e) 23,434 15,835 10,186 -35.7% – -56.5%
Percentage of Scope 1 GHG emissions from regulated emission trading schemes (%)
0.0% 0.0% 0.0% – – –
Scope 2 GHG emissions
Gross location-based Scope 2 GHG emissions (tCO
2
e) 163,220 102,154 93,415 -8.6% – -42.8%
Gross market-based Scope 2 GHG emissions(tCO
2
e)
132,018 13,530 13,307 -1.7% – -89.9%
Significant Scope 3 GHG emissions
Total Gross indirect (Scope 3) GHG emissions (tCO
2
e) - location based 4,938,601 3,127,288 3,000,246 -4.1% – -39.2%
Total Gross indirect (Scope 3) GHG emissions (tCO
2
e) - market based 4,935,623 3,061,498 2,917,205 -4.7% -50.0% -40.9%
1 Purchased goods and services 335,827 202,691 195,271 -3.7% – -41.9%
2 Capital goods 3,210 1,415 1,301 -8.1% – -59.5%
3
Fuel and energy-related activities (not included in Scope1 or Scope 2) (location
based)
34,993 26,605 23,861 -10.3% – -31.8%
Fuel and energy-related activities (not included in Scope1 or Scope 2) (market
based)
31,412 21,589 16,781 -22.3% – -46.6%
4 Upstream transportation and distribution – – – – – –
5 Waste generated in operations 32,607 10,474 9,832 -6.1% – -69.8%
6 Business travelling 7,759 2,619 1,849 -29.4% – -76.2%
7 Employee commuting 3,903 2,089 1,897 -9.2% – -51.4%
8 Upstream leased assets – – – – – –
9 Downstream transportation 3,311,713 2,418,546 2,287,461 -5.4% – -30.9%
10 Processing of sold products – – – – – –
11 Use of sold products – – – – – –
12 End-of-life treatment of sold products – – – – – –
13
Downstream leased assets (location-based) 742,424 232,815 245,826 5,6% – -66.9%
Downstream leased assets (market-based) 743,027 172,040 169,866 -1.3% – -77.1%
14 Franchises – – – – – –
15
Investments 466,165 230,034 232,947 1.3% – -50.0%
Total GHG emissions
Total GHG emissions (location-based) (tCO
2
e) 5,125,254 3,245,277 3,103,847 -4.4% – -39.4%
Total GHG emissions (market-based) (tCO
2
e) 5,091,075 3,090,863 2,940,698 -4.9% -50.0% -42.2%
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Details on electricity procurement from renewable sources used for Scope 2 market-based GHG emissions
URW is committed to using 100% electricity from renewable energy sources (“green electricity”) for the consumption of the common areas of its
assets (under the Better Places scope). URW utilises both PPAs, Guarantees of Origin and Renewable Energy Certificates as part of its procurement
strategy to manage and reduce Scope 2 GHG emissions and encourage the development of renewable energy production installations. Information
about the purchased green electricity across the Group can be found in the table below:
CSRD SCOPE
As defined in Section 3.2.1.1.1 General basis for preparation of the Sustainability Statement, with a detailed description of this scope and an
understanding of the differences between the different reporting perimeters.
Details on green electricity procurement for URW 2024
Share of electricity bundled with energy attribute claims (such as Guarantee of Origins or Renewable Energy Certificates or
PPA)
78.8%
Share of electricity covered by unbundled energy attribute claims 8.8%
GHG intensity based on gross revenue following “market-based” and “location-based” methods
CSRD & OPERATIONAL SCOPE
As defined in Section 3.2.1.1.1 General basis for preparation of the Sustainability Statement, with a detailed description of this scope and an
understanding of the differences between the different reporting perimeters.
GHG intensity per gross revenue (2024) Group
Total GHG emissions (location-based) per gross revenue (tCO
2
e /M€) 1,820
Total GHG emissions (market-based) per gross revenue (tCO
2
e /M€) 1,749
Total GHG emissions (location-based) 4,417,524
Total GHG emissions (market-based) 4,244,604
Gross revenue (equivalent to the Gross rental income in M€ - see Section 5.1 Consolidated financial statements) 2,427
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3.2.2.2.10 GHG removals and GHG mitigation projects financed through carbon credits (ESRS E1-7)
In relation to URW's climate neutrality strategy (presented in Section 3.2.2.2.2 Transition plan for climate change mitigation), and as part of its net-
zero targets, URW is committed to:
• Increasing the level of avoided emissions within and outside of its value chain, meaning helping other stakeholders reduce their own carbon
emissions; and
• Permanently neutralising residual emissions at the net-zero target year.
In this regard, the tables below present the details related to those 2 commitments.
The table below presents the main current mitigation projects led by URW which are funded through carbon credits.
DETAILS OF GHG MITIGATION PROJECTS
Projects Type of project Scope
Timeline of
implementation
Expected impact
(in tCO2e)
Calculations
done by and
associated
standard
Share associated
with a recognised
standard
Share issued
from projects in
the EU
Qualifies as a
corresponding
adjustment under
Article. 6 of the
Paris Agreement
Climate fund for
Nature (Mirova) –
based on a
contractual
agreement
Forest and
mangrove
conservation
projects
Upstream and
downstream
value chain
2024 – 2042 250,000 REDD+
certification
and
associated
calculation
methodology
100% 0%
DETAILS OF GHG REMOVAL PROJECTS
The table below presents the main current removal projects led by URW.
Projects
Type of
project
(biogenic or
technological
sinks) Location Scope Implementation (in tCO
2
e)
Cancellation of
credits
Associated
standard,
calculation
assumptions,
methodologies
and frameworks
applied
Share
associated
with a
recognized
standard
Share
issued from
projects in
the EU
Qualifies as a
corresponding
adjustment
under Article.
6 of the Paris
Agreement
Climate fund
for Nature
(Mirova) –
based on a
contractual
agreement
Biogenic:
Land-use
change –
Forest and
mangrove
restoration,
agroforestry
, soil
carbon and
regenerative
agriculture
Country
priority list
from
MIROVA
(confidential)
Upstream
and
downstrea
m value
chain
2024 – 2042 598,000 in
total
2024: 0 tCO2e
100% planned
to be cancelled
in the future
according to
Net-Zero
targets
Credits will be
certified and
audited to the
highest quality
standards and in
accordance
with VCS, CCBS,
Gold Standard
or SD Vista
standards, or
equivalent other
standard
100% >1% -
Nature Impact
Fund (WWF) –
based on a
contractual
agreement
Biogenic:
Forest
restoration
France Upstream
and
downstrea
m value
chain
2023 – 2033 Not
quantified
yet
2024: 0 tCO2e
100% planned
to be cancelled
in the future
according to
Net-Zero
targets
Internal WWF
calculation
methodology –
No standard
associated.
Calculation
framework is
private
0% 100% -
Note: These projects are 100% removal projects.
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URW will provide further details on the removal or avoidance projects
and the associated calculation assumptions, methodologies and
frameworks applied when these are advanced enough and such
information is made available.
Details related to the net zero commitment
The Group is absolutely prioritising the reduction of its own GHG
emissions, through ambitious reduction targets before any use of
carbon credits. The additional use of carbon credits as described above
will not contribute to nor impact the achievement of URW’s GHG
emission reduction targets.
In addition, and in accordance with the SBTi Corporate Net-Zero
Standard, URW is committed to permanently neutralising residual
emissions at the net-zero target year and GHG emissions released into
the atmosphere thereafter. In this regard, URW already secured the first
step of its neutralising strategy, engaging with Mirova and WWF to
increase GHG removals at a level covering the 10% annual residual
emissions of its Scopes 1 and 2 from 2030 to 2050. URW will continue
exploring opportunities to deal with its Scope 3 residual emissions (for
2050 onwards) prioritising removals within its own value chain.
URW will only rely on high-quality carbon removal credits recognised by
a quality standard which is or will be communicated in the tables above
once known. In addition to its net zero commitment, URW is willing to
participate in carbon removal projects not covered by a recognised
standard if it has other co-benefits such as biodiversity-related positive
impacts. As of today, URW is not involved in selling carbon credits.
In any case, URW does not and will not rely on GHG removal credits nor
GHG avoidance credits to reach its GHG carbon reduction targets. Those
credits are counted separately from the Group’s own GHG emissions.
3.2.2.2.11 Internal carbon pricing (ESRS E1-8)
As of today, URW does not apply any internal carbon pricing scheme.
While the GHG emissions of new projects are studied and considered
internally for decision-making processes, this has not been formalised
in the way of a carbon pricing scheme yet. URW carefully studies the
potential implementation of an internal carbon price system for the
coming years.
3.2.2.3 Water and marine resources (ESRS E3)
3.2.2.3.1 Description of the processes to identify
and assess material water and marine
resources-related impacts, risks and
opportunities (ESRS 2 IRO-1)
Please see Section 3.2.2.2.4 Description of the process to identify and
assess material climate-related impacts, risks and opportunities and
Section 6.1.2 Group Enterprise Risk Management framework,
respectively for more detailed information on the double materiality
analysis and the risk identification process.
While, details about consultations made are communicated, affected
communities from water and marine-related topics were not directly
part of the consultation process but remain strong operational partners,
particularly for the assets located in water-stressed areas.
As a result, the material impact identified through the assessment is
related to the management of water in regions experiencing water
stress.
3.2.2.3.2 Policies related to water and marine
resources (ESRS E3-1)
Focus on water-stressed areas
Water-stressed areas as defined by URW in the context of this ESRS
related to water and marine resources are areas where water
conservation and preservation issues are more material. We rely on the
“water-stressed areas” definition from the WWF Water Risk Filter
(1)
,
using the water scarcity risk KPI.
As defined by the WWF: “Water scarcity refers to the physical
abundance or lack of freshwater resources, which significantly impact
business such as production/supply chain disruption, higher operating
costs, and growth constraints. Water scarcity is human-driven, and can
be aggravated by natural conditions (e.g. aridity, drought periods), and it
is generally calculated as a function of the volume of water use/demand
relative to the volume of water available in a given area. The Water Risk
Filter risk category water scarcity is a comprehensive and robust metric
as it integrates a total of 7 best available and peer-reviewed datasets
covering different aspects of water scarcity as well as different
modelling approaches: aridity index, water depletion, baseline water
stress, blue water scarcity, available water remaining, drought
frequency probability, and projected change in drought occurrence. See
the specific risk indicator layers for more details.”
A portfolio analysis has been done, and lastly updated in 2024, to
evaluate each asset of the CSRD scope and the study has been extended
to the Better Places scope also (details about the perimeters available
in section 3.2.1.1.1). As a result, 12 assets have been identified with a
water scarcity risk above 3.4 (equivalent to high and very high risks – the
same threshold has been used for all the Group). Those assets are the
following: La Vaguada (Madrid), Westfield Century City (Los Angeles),
Westfield Culver City (Los Angeles region), Westfield Fashion Square
(Los Angeles region), Westfield Parquesur (Madrid), Westfield Topanga
(Los Angeles region), Westfield Plaza Bonita (San Diego region),
Westfield UTC (San Diego), Bonaire (Valencia), Westfield Galleria at
Roseville (San Francisco region), Westfield Glòries (Barcelona), and
Westfield La Maquinista (Barcelona).
(1) Accessed in June 2024 on the WWF website.
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URW water policy addresses the material impact of URW related to water which is the limitation of water consumption of all assets located in areas
at water risk. The policy is detailed in the table below:
Policy and
material IROs
addressed
Description of key contents of
policy
Description of
scope of policy or
of its exclusions
Description of
most senior level
in organisation
that is
accountable for
implementation of
policy
Disclosure of third-
party standards or
initiatives that are
respected through
implementation of
policy
Description of consideration
given to interests of key
stakeholders in setting policy
Explanation of how policy is
made available to potentially
affected stakeholders and
stakeholders who need to help
implement it
Water
efficiency
policy
Material IRO
addressed:
• E3-I-1
Explanation of the objectives
and targets, operational
follow-up, budget guidance,
dashboards for assets
located in water-stressed
areas. The policy sets:
• The expectations for those
assets to limit their water
consumption and thus
limit their environmental
impact
• The follow-up process
regarding the action plan
Assets located in
water-stressed
areas as defined
by URW in the
section above
The MB and the
EC
Based on ISO
14001 and WWF
Water Risk Filter
Stakeholders involved:
Group Sustainability team,
the corporate technical team
(PMPS team), the technical
local country teams, the
asset teams and EU
regulations
The policy is for internal
purposes only
In addition to URW's water policy, elements regarding product and
service design in view of addressing water-related issues are contained
within the sustainable construction guidelines of the Group (containing
the Group environmental requirements for its development projects)
and within the green lease of the Group (containing the environmental
clauses for the tenants of its private areas, notably in terms of water
consumption).
URW has not adopted policies or practices related to sustainable
oceans and seas as the topic is not material to URW activities.
In particular, the water policy in place addresses how URW assets
update annually their environmental action plan, including a specific
section for assets located in areas at water risk. URW has identified its
assets located in areas at water risk (water-stressed areas as defined
below) and is committed to reducing their water consumption by
implementing water reuse solutions in those areas.
Viparis is also committed to reduce water consumption of its venues
and preserve it from pollution. To this end, improved monitoring of
water consumption and leak detection processes are implemented and
completed with investments in drip irrigation, water-saving taps or
toilets, rainwater recovering systems (Palais des Congrès de Paris,
Pavilion 6 of Paris Expo Porte de Versailles, Hall 3 of Paris le Bourget),
and requirements for cleaning suppliers to use products with ecolabels.
3.2.2.3.3 Actions and resources related to water
and marine policies (ESRS E3-2)
Please refer to Section 3.2.2.3.4 Targets related to water and marine
resources, and Section 3.2.2.3.2 Policies related to water and marine
resources for more information.
URW’s actions to globally reduce its water consumption within its
assets are presented below. Within the framework of URW water policy
described above, those actions are decided and planned by each asset
of the Better Places scope, depending on the local context and technical
limits, and followed within the environmental action plan of each asset.
Associated budgets for implementation are each year arbitrated in the
business plan of the asset.
Within the URW portfolio, the following measures have already been
implemented in 2024 or are part of the environmental action plan of the
asset to limit water consumption and will be implemented before 2030.
Specifically for assets located in water-stressed areas, the water reuse
measures listed below are considered a priority and all of those assets
have the objective to implement at least 1 measure.
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Water conservation measures
• Water-efficient fixtures: Use of low-flow taps toilets and urinals to
reduce water usage (also part of the green lease to lower the water
consumption of the private areas);
• Smart water metering: Implementation of smart meters to monitor
water usage in real-time and detect leaks early. URW already
monitors and has meters for each water sources of the asset and
aims at adding granularity in the metering both spatially and by type
of usage;
• Regular maintenance: Conduct regular inspections and maintenance
of plumbing systems to prevent leaks and inefficiencies; and
• Employee training: Trainings of URW technical managers on water
conservation practices have been done to encourage them to report
leaks or water wastage. URW has a water referent community to
share best practices on a regular basis.
Water reuse measures
• Rainwater harvesting: Collection and storage of rainwater for non-
potable uses such as irrigation and toilet flushing;
• Greywater systems: Reuse of water from sinks and showers for
landscape irrigation and toilet flushing;
• Water recycling systems: Implementation of systems to treat and
recycle wastewater for reuse within the building. This is notably the
case with cleaning machines which can now incorporate water
recycling; and
• Efficient irrigation: Use of drip irrigation and drought-resistant plants
to minimise water use in landscaping.
Additional sustainable practices
• Green infrastructure (in relation with URW’s renaturation target):
Incorporation of green roofs and permeable pavements to reduce
runoff and improve water absorption. Design landscapes with native
and drought-tolerant plants that require less water; and
• Public awareness campaigns: Engage shoppers with information on
water conservation efforts and encourage their participation.
Implementation of water fountains to refill bottles is one example of
what is done in the Group's centres.
These actions are part of the study each asset from the Better Places
scope will perform to limit their water consumption. Specifically for
assets located in water-stressed areas, action plans are closely
monitored and benefit from a specific follow-up by the Group's
corporate technical teams. Each asset is asked to build its water action
plan. Details on the implementation and follow-up of the action plans
related to water are presented below:
• Specific resources/documents to help local teams find the right
actions/levers are provided by the Group sustainability team or the
technical teams. Specific groups of employees are also created to
help cascade the information to the asset teams and also to share
return of experience and good practices (communities of “referents”);
• Daily, asset technical managers ensure the environmental
performance and monitoring of operations and implement the roll-
out of the asset environmental action plans. Additional external
technical reviews commissioned by technical teams may also be
conducted at asset level when a specific expertise is required;
• Budgets are associated to the proposed actions and then included in
the asset business plan (reviewed annually by the regional
management team). The follow-up of the implementations of the
actions is done directly in the global environmental action plan;
• Performance is measured and assessed on a yearly basis by each
asset team (using Group reporting tools and specific energy
dashboards) and asset teams have access all year round to a live
dashboard with their performance; and
• At different levels (asset, country, region and Group), the Group
conducts internal environmental performance reviews. These
reviews are conducted at least on an annual basis by the teams in
charge of environmental topics within the Group. Achievements
against targets are reviewed on these occasions. A corrective action
plan is implemented in case of deviation.
The actions and resources in relation to the material impact related to water are presented below are listed in the table below:
Policy and material
IROs addressed Key actions Scope Time horizon Year of completion Description Progress Resources allocated Financial resources
Water efficiency
policy
Material IRO
addressed:
• E3-I-1
See above for
a list of
actions
Assets located in
water-stressed
areas
Note: Actions are
also
implemented for
the rest of URW
assets
2015 –
2030
2030 Assets located
in water-
stressed areas
must implement
water reuse
solutions and
limit their water
consumption
• The Group has
updated all its
environmental
action plans in
2024 to reflect
its ambition in
terms of water
management
• Live dashboards
available within
the company to
track progress
anytime
• Corporate
Sustainability
and technical
teams to
produce
guidance and
track
performance
• Local country
and asset
teams for
implementation
Water efficiency
measures are
included in the
maintenance
CAPEX of URW
assets (average
of €90 Mn per
year for EU
assets)
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3.2.2.3.4 Targets related to water and marine
resources (ESRS E3-3)
Since 2023, the Group has committed to the following targets on water:
• 100% of retail (Shopping Centres) assets in water-stressed areas
with water reuse solutions by 2025, and 100% of URW’s portfolio by
2030; and
• Reduce water consumption by -20% in intensity per footfall by 2030
from a 2019 baseline (related to the Better Places scope).
These targets are voluntary and related to both the material impact of
URW on water - which is the limitation of water consumption in areas at
water risk, and non-material impact regarding the water consumption
of assets not located in areas at water risk. The targets apply to all URW
locations and are related to URW’s own operations (upstream not
included). The targets are not related to water quality or responsible
management of marine resources which are not considered as material
for URW. Those targets have been defined with external experts on the
topic of water to set right level of ambition. External stakeholders
involved in setting these objective are real estate players (specifically to
set a similar level of ambition). Additionally, ongoing work related to the
Science Based targets for Nature ("SBTn") will help in the future years
to better complement those targets with additional ones aligned with
science expectations and local state of nature.
Water reuse solutions in the context of URW’s targets set out above, can
be (but are not limited to) the reuse of rainwater and the reuse of grey
water.
CSRD SCOPE
As defined in Section 3.2.1.1.1 General basis for preparation of the Sustainability Statement, with a detailed description of this scope and an
understanding of the differences between the different reporting perimeters.
2024
Retail
% of retail assets in water-stressed area with water reuse solutions 42.9%
% of retail assets with water reuse solutions 15.5%
BETTER PLACES SCOPE
As defined in Section 3.2.1.1.1 General basis for preparation of the Sustainability Statement, with a detailed description of this scope and an
understanding of the differences between the different reporting perimeters.
2024
Retail
% of retail assets in water-stressed area with water reuse solutions 36.4%
% of retail assets with water reuse solutions 19.4%
Water consumption improvement in intensity per footfall compared to 2019 -15.0%
For assets located in these areas, the reuse of water is a priority to limit
the consumption of municipal water and this is the reason of the first
water-stressed area target is associated with a short timeframe.
The second target has the same objective but with a different timeframe
for URW’s assets not located in water-stressed areas. The Group
prioritises the use of non-drinkable or reused water over drinkable
water wherever possible. URW assets collect rainwater and
groundwater or greywater on site, which can be used for cleaning and
for watering green spaces. Projects are also planned in the
environmental actions plans of some of the Group’s assets to increase
water reuse, using underground water for cooling towers or extending
roof rainwater harvesting systems for landscape areas with additional
water tanks.
The third Group target aims at reducing the overall water consumption
in URW’s shopping centres. As water consumption is highly related to
sanitary use, water consumption at the Group’s assets is mostly driven
by their number of visitors. Details about actions implemented to reduce
the water consumption are given in Section 3.2.2.4.5 Actions and
resources related to biodiversity and ecosystems. Specifically, special
efforts are made to install water-efficient equipment, optimise
operating practices and ensure that leaks are detected and repaired
rapidly.
The Group also started rolling out water connected submeters with a
better level of granularity in order to better monitor water consumption
and detect leaks in a more efficient way. Assets also continued to install
hourly controlled valves which turn off water supply in some areas
outside of the opening hours to reduce leak risks. Additionally, aerators
and other low-flow water features are implemented in assets in
accordance with BREEAM requirements.
At existing assets, the Group relies on a close cooperation with tenants
to reduce water consumption. Green leases (see sub-section “Focus on
green leases” in Section 3.2.2.2.5 Policies related to climate change
mitigation and adaptation) and tenants’ discussions on site are used to
help raise awareness among tenants about water use and to get them
on board with water management.
In order to prevent environmental pollution, run-off water collected
from car parks is treated before being disposed of through municipal
wastewater networks.
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3.2.2.3.5 Water consumption (ESRS E3-4)
The water consumption figures presented in the table below are sourced from direct metre measurements (for surface water, ground water,
rainwater and grey water) or from invoices (for municipal water). For some assets in the CSRD scope, consumption data are estimated through ratios
(details available in Section 3.4 Appendices). Water consumption data are reported periodically (monthly and/or annually) by each asset’s technical
team in the Group reporting tool and then analysed in the Group's water dashboards to efficiently pilot the water performance of the Group.
Information about water basin’s water quality are not yet retrieved but the Group is currently working on it through the SBTn work being done in 2024
and 2025.
Water consumption (m
3
) broken down by source (%)
Water purchased from the district network (municipal water) and water withdrawals from other sources for use in common and private areas of
standing assets.
CSRD SCOPE
As defined in Section 3.2.1.1.1 General basis for preparation of the Sustainability Statement, with a detailed description of this scope and an
understanding of the differences between the different reporting perimeters.
Retail Office
Convention &
Exhibition
2024 total water consumption (m
3
) 3,847,527 108,133 196,670
of which municipal water (%) 98.1% 98.3% 100%
of which rainwater (%) 0.3% 0% 0%
of which groundwater (%) 0.8% 0% 0%
of which surface water (%) 0.6% 0% 0%
of which wastewater from another organisation (grey water) (%) 0.3% 1.7% 0%
Water consumption for assets located in water-stressed areas (m
3
)
CSRD SCOPE
As defined in Section 3.2.1.1.1 General basis for preparation of the Sustainability Statement, with a detailed description of this scope and an
understanding of the differences between the different reporting perimeters.
Quantity of water
2024 total water consumption for assets located in water-stressed areas (m
3
) 983,326
of which municipal water (%) 97.9%
of which rainwater (%) 0%
of which groundwater (%) 2.1%
of which surface water (%) 0%
of which wastewater from another organisation (grey water) (%) 0%
Water intensity of standing assets per usage
CSRD SCOPE
As defined in Section 3.2.1.1.1 General basis for preparation of the Sustainability Statement, with a detailed description of this scope and an
understanding of the differences between the different reporting perimeters.
Retail (Litre/visit)
Offices (Litre/
occupant)
Exhibition (Litre/
sqm DOCC))
2024 total 5.1 7.3 1.9
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BETTER PLACES SCOPE
As defined in Section 3.2.1.1.1 General basis for preparation of the Sustainability Statement, with a detailed description of this scope and an
understanding of the differences between the different reporting perimeters.
Retail (Litre/visit)
Offices (Litre/
occupant)
2024 total 6.1 4.1
2023 like-for-like 6.1 3.1
2024 like-for-like 6.1 4.1
2024/2023 change (%) 0.0% 29.7%
Water reuse in URW portfolio with details for assets located in areas at water risk
CSRD SCOPE
As defined in Section 3.2.1.1.1 General basis for preparation of the Sustainability Statement, with a detailed description of this scope and an
understanding of the differences between the different reporting perimeters.
Quantity of water
(m
3
)
2024 total water recycled and reused (grey water) for URW portfolio 11,869
2024 total water stored and used (rain water) for URW portfolio 9,635
2024 total water recycled and reused (grey water) for assets located in water-stressed areas 331
2024 total water stored and used (rain water) for assets located in water-stressed areas 364
Note: Changes in storage for the total water stored are not known as it is not counted. Rainwater is usually collected in confined tanks so there is no or
minimal impact of evaporation (or runoff).
Water intensity of standing assets per gross revenue
(1)
CSRD SCOPE
As defined in Section 3.2.1.1.1 General basis for preparation of the Sustainability Statement, with a detailed description of this scope and an
understanding of the differences between the different reporting perimeters.
Group
Water intensity of standing assets (m
3
/€ Mn net revenue) 1,711
Water consumption of standing assets in (m
3
) 4,152,330
Gross revenue (equivalent to the Gross Rental Income. See Section 5.1 Consolidated financial statements) (€ Mn) 2,427
(1) Gross revenue represents “Gross Rental Income”. See Section 5.1 Consolidated financial statements.
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3.2.2.4 Biodiversity and ecosystems
(ESRS E4)
3.2.2.4.1 Transition plan and consideration of
biodiversity and ecosystems in strategy
and business model (ESRS E4-1)
Biodiversity and ecosystem impact,
dependencies, risks and opportunities and
relation with strategy and business model
This section outlines URW’s comprehensive approach to addressing
biodiversity impacts, dependencies, risks, and opportunities. Only the
biodiversity and ecosystem topics related to the development activity
(construction of buildings) were identified as material in the context of
the CSRD. The process of identifying the impacts, dependencies, risks,
and opportunities is described in Section 3.2.2.4.3 Description of
processes to identify and assess material biodiversity and ecosystem-
related impacts, risks, dependencies and opportunities. The result of
the analysis is summarised below:
Impacts:
• Biodiversity net gain (positive impact): URW aims to achieve a
biodiversity net gain for all development projects. This means that
the biodiversity value of the development site post-construction is
greater than it was pre-construction;
• Resource use: The use of natural resources in construction can
contribute to habitat loss and biodiversity decline; and
• Habitat disruption: Construction and development activities can
disrupt local habitats, potentially harming local flora and fauna.
Dependencies:
• Attractivity for the visitors (biophilia);
• Resources supply (construction materials);
• Risk mitigations (limitation of the risk of flooding); and
• Climate regulation (reduction of the heat island effect).
Risks:
• Development restrictions related to biodiversity preservation: These
may limit opportunities to develop project in certain areas. It could
have a CAPEX impact in the case where these restrictions apply to a
development project before permit obtention;
• Emerging standards and consumer expectations: As standards for
biodiversity protection emerge and consumers expect a certain level
of biophilia, there could be additional costs to meet these
expectations. This could include costs for incorporating green
spaces, using sustainable materials, or implementing other
biodiversity-friendly practices; and
• Costs of integrating biodiversity into development projects:
Integrating biodiversity into development projects, or reducing
developable space to preserve natural habitats, could increase
project costs.
Opportunities:
• Asset value appreciation: By integrating biodiversity considerations
into development projects, URW can enhance the total asset value in
a context of demand for such buildings by building users and
investors; and
• Unlocking new development opportunities: Biodiversity-friendly
developments can unlock new opportunities in URW’s portfolio. For
instance, developments that incorporate green spaces or wildlife
habitats can attract a wider range of tenants and customers. This
could also strengthen its brand and attract more customers, thereby
reinforcing its reputation as a responsible and sustainable developer.
Those dependencies and IROs have already influenced URW’s strategy,
as the following examples demonstrate:
• Site selection: Prioritisation of sites with lower biodiversity sensitivity
and avoidance of areas with high conservation value (topic
demonstrated with the ongoing pipeline of development projects
which is in urban already artificialised areas or located in urban
polluted land);
• Design and construction: Minimum environmental performance
required for the Group's development projects such as environmental
certifications (e.g., LEED, BREEAM), and biodiversity net gain
requirement for the Group’s development projects. The
environmental performance is also verified at early stages of the
design to avoid extra development costs for late incorporation; and
• Operational practices: Objective to implement renaturation projects
within the Group's standing portfolio. Sustainable construction
practices are adopted to minimise waste, use eco-friendly materials,
and reduce water and energy consumption. These practices help
mitigate negative impacts on ecosystems.
They also have influenced the Group's business model:
• Partnerships: URW has developed collaborations with environmental
organisations such as WWF France, research institutions such as the
SBTn, and local communities to enhance biodiversity outcomes.
These partnerships provide valuable expertise and support for the
Group's biodiversity initiatives; and
• Investments The Group invests in nature restoration and
conservation projects to contribute to global biodiversity goals.
This shows how biodiversity influences URW's strategy and business
model as it impacts both development projects and the operations of
the existing assets. The ongoing work on SBTn is also expected to
influence URW’s strategy and business model once completed as it is
likely to influence the internal policies related to raw material choices,
for its development projects for instance. URW will update its transition
plan each year in the Sustainability Statement to reflect the latest
updates. As it is for other topics, the biodiversity transition plan is
approved by the MB.
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Resilience of the strategy and business model in relation to biodiversity and ecosystems
URW has started to work on the resilience analysis from the external work performed for the IROs and dependencies analysis. The first results are
described below, for each risk identified from the double materiality analysis. Nature-related physical risks and systemic risks have not been
identified as producing material impacts for URW (climate-change systemic impacts are covered by the ESRS E1 topics related to climate change).
The current SBTn work should complete this analysis in the future years.
Risk identified URW’s answer to mitigate the risks – general URW’s answer to mitigate the risks – specific Impact evaluation
Transition risk
Development restrictions related to biodiversity
preservation: See description of the risk above.
As a standard approach within URW
operations, URW performs biodiversity
audits performed by qualified ecologists to
assess the local ecosystem and suggest
nature-based solutions for their
improvements.
This practice is led for both development
project and standing assets.
URW already carries out surveys and
performs Environmental Impact
Assessment if necessary to anticipate any
restrictions for nature-related topics.
Discussions with local communities and
associations to better understand local
needs and expectations are also performed
during the design of the project and the
project can be adapted to reflect those
discussions.
Limited
Transition risk
Emerging standards and consumer expectations:
See description of the risk above.
In 2023, URW committed to implement
renaturation projects in its standing
portfolio.
For the development projects, URW
committed to reach biodiversity net gain to
improve the level of biodiversity through its
project.
Limited
Transition risk
Costs of integrating biodiversity into development
projects: See description of the risk above.
By integrating biodiversity-related topics at
the very beginning of the programme
(through its Sustainability Brief), URW will
limit project cost increases.
Limited
The resilience analysis covers URW’s own operations (related to the development of projects including site selection, design, and construction
practices) as well as its upstream (related to construction materials) and downstream value chain (considering the long-term ecological impacts of
the Group’s developments, including maintenance and operational practices that support biodiversity). This comprehensive approach ensures that
we consider the entire life-cycle of the Group's construction projects and their impacts on biodiversity and ecosystems.
The resilience analysis is based on several key assumptions:
• Increasing regulatory pressure to adopt sustainable practices and reduce biodiversity impacts;
• Growing market preference for eco-friendly and biodiversity-conscious developments; and
• The need for long-term ecological resilience to ensure the sustainability of the Group’s business operations.
These assumptions are supported by trends in environmental policy and market behaviour, as well as scientific research on the importance of
biodiversity for ecosystem stability. The time horizons used for this analysis are from 2024 to 2030. Longer time horizons may be used in future
updates of the analysis. The stakeholders involved in this study are indirectly the ones from the identifications of the IROs and dependencies.
The global formalisation of the nature transition plan of URW, aligned with the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework will be finalised in
2025, including the content of the current SBTn work.
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3.2.2.4.2 Material impacts, risks and opportunities and their interaction with strategy and business
model (ESRS 2 SBM-3)
Please see Section 3.2.2.4.3 Description of processes to identify and assess material biodiversity and ecosystem-related impacts, risks,
dependencies and opportunities, for more detailed information on the identification process.
Based on the WWF Biodiversity Risk Filter ("BRF") tool
(1)
, the table below list the materiallocations and sites within URW'q own operations: For URW
these are development projects only.
Extract of the WWF BRF tool for URW’s analysis of impact and dependencies at construction site level:
Dependencies Impacts
Location of the
construction site
Scape
Physical
Risk
Provisioning
Services
Regulating
&
Supporting
Services –
Enabling
Regulating
Services –
Mitigating
Cultural
Services
Additional
Reputational
Factors
Pressures
on
Biodiversity
Scape
Reputational
Risk
Environmental
Factors
Socio-
economic
Factors
United Kingdom
(2 construction sites)
High High Medium Low Low High High High Medium
Medium
France
(2 construction sites)
High High Medium Medium Very Low High High High Medium
Germany
(1 construction site)
Medium Medium Medium Low Very Low High Very high High High
More details on the definition of each rating and of each of the impacts
and dependencies in the table above can be found in the “WWF
Biodiversity Risk Filter v2.0 – Indicator Documentation, October 2024”
published by the WWF.
For the construction sites located in those countries, they are all located
in urban-centric areas, and it is considered that the only impact they
could have on biodiversity-sensitive areas would be related to pollution
and/or contamination on the environment. Nevertheless, those impacts
are always minimised through the implementation of mitigation
measures (covered by URW’s Considerate Construction Charter) and
should not negatively affect biodiversity-sensitive areas.
In the context of the Group’s development activities, URW has not
identified any desertification or soil sealing (soil is either already
artificialised or polluted in most of the surfaces where the projects are
located). And as a result, there is no identified soil degradation. To
URW’s knowledge to date, the development activities of the Group do
not affectthreatened species.
3.2.2.4.3 Description of processes to identify and assess material biodiversity and ecosystem-related
impacts, risks, dependencies and opportunities (ESRS 2 IRO-1)
The processes led by URW to identify and assess the material
biodiversity and ecosystem-related impacts, risks, dependencies and
opportunities are described below, as a combination of 3 distinct
analysis:
• The evaluation of the Group’s impact and dependencies (performed
as a first step of URW’s biodiversity strategy and already published in
2020;
• The Group’s evaluation of IROs in the context of the CSRD; and
• The ongoing work led in 2024 with WWF France and external
consultants on setting new SBTn for the Group (not finalised in 2024).
The Group led an analysis to identify and evaluate its impacts and
dependencies on biodiversity and ecosystems in 2020 in collaboration
with external experts and ecologists, in order to focus the Group
strategy on appropriate actions. As part of this process, 21 key internal
stakeholders from different departments of the Group were individually
interviewed to collect information on biodiversity and their expectations
for the new Group strategy. The results of this study identified the
following impacts and dependencies:
(1) Accessed in June 2024 on the WWF website
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IMPACTS
on the 5 main drivers for biodiversity loss
(1)
DEPENDENCES
to ecosystem services
Change in land use
Land artificialisation, degradation and fragmentation
Degradation of habitats from material production
Attractivity
• Biophilia
Direct exploitation
Water consumption
Wood and other bio-based material consumption
Climate regulation
• Trees cool down the space around them
• Vegetal areas reduce “urban heat islands”
• At global scale, this also mitigates extreme weather events (droughts,
hurricanes, heavy rains, etc.)
Climate change
All GHG emissions
Risk mitigations
• Non-artificialised spaces absorb rainwater, limiting the risk of flooding
Pollution
Plant protection (phytosanitary) products
Light pollution
Single-use plastics used by tenants and visitors
Resources supply
• Materials for construction
• Resources for tenants (raw material and food)
Invasive alien species
Vegetation choice and maintenance
(1) According to the 2019 IPBES report.
Importance of the impacts:
Very high High Medium high Medium low Low
In relation to the evaluation of the impact and dependencies related to
biodiversity above, the following methodology has been followed:
• Dependencies identification:
- Estimation of the dependence of URW’s activities to ecosystem
services;
- Systematic questioning on the ecosystem services listed by the
IPBES in 2019; and
- Importance of the dependence assessed based on sector
knowledge, sector data from ENCORE and adjusted after the
interviews.
• Impacts identification:
- Estimation of URW’s activities (construction of development
projects and operations of standing assets) potential impacts on
biodiversity;
- Systematic questioning on the impact on each of the 5 main drivers
for biodiversity loss mentioned by the IPBES in 2019;
- Listing of all the potential impacts the Group can have and
identification of importance through sector knowledge, sector data
from ENCORE, understanding of the activities through internal
documentation and adjusted after the internal interviews; and
- Adjustment of the importance of the impact according to risks and
opportunities identified.
Those evaluations have been performed on URW's direct operations and
upstream value chain, through the following steps:
- Pre-analysis of biodiversity issues by the external consultant
- Internal analysis (documents and employees’ interviews)
- External analysis (benchmark, external documents analysis and
interview with external stakeholders)
- Summary of the diagnosis (identification of risks and opportunities
from internal and external analysis)
Additionally, the material IROs related to biodiversity and ecosystem
were identified in 2023 and updated in 2024 within the double
materiality study led in the context of the CSRD. As a result of this study,
only the biodiversity topics related to the development activities of the
Group were considered as material. Those IROs are described in Section
3.2.1.4.2 Disclosure requirements in ESRS covered by the undertaking’s
Sustainability Statement.
And finally, URW started to work with WWF France and external
biodiversity experts in 2024 in establishing SBTn for the Group, the
best-in-class methodology in terms of biodiversity impact
management. In this context, URW has already finished the first 2 steps
of the SBTn process about the materiality screening (determine the
material pressures most likely to require target-setting), the high-
impact commodities assessment and the value chain assessment. The
scope of the biodiversity materiality URW performed in the context of
the SBTn, chosen jointly with external experts, covers both the
upstream of the value chain (supply of construction materials) and
direct operations (real estate development as a material topic for the
CSRD). The downstream value chain has not been integrated in the
study as it is for now out of the scope of the SBTn methodology.
Selected URW activities have been screened against the categories of
SBTn biodiversity pressures (refined from IPBES pressure category
(2019)) and an analysis using the biodiversity risk filter (BRF tool
published by the WWF) has been performed to identify and assess the
potential impacts on biodiversity and ecosystems for the development
projects within URW’s pipeline.
(1) According to the 2019 IPBES report
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The WWF BRF study covered:
• Sector-level ratings of impacts on biodiversity and ecosystems;
• Location-specific risks related to impacts on biodiversity and
ecosystems; ans
• Impacts and dependencies on biodiversity and ecosystems with
specific indicators within the tool.
In addition, the tool has provided URW with:
• A ranking of acute and chronic physical risks and transition risks
related to biodiversity and ecosystems; and
• A limited assessment of systemic risk, in relation to aggregated risk
linked to fundamental impacts of biodiversity loss to levels of
transition and physical risk across 1 or more sectors in the portfolio.
In conclusion, URW:
• Has identified and assessed actual and potential impacts and
dependencies on biodiversity and ecosystems at own site locations
and in the upstream value chain using the WWF BRF tool. URW has
not assessed the potential impacts of its downstream value chain;
• Has included in the assessment the ecosystem services that are
disrupted or likely to be as it is part of the BRF tool evaluation;
• Has identified and assessed transition and physical risks and
opportunities related to biodiversity and ecosystems within the
double materiality analysis while considering systemic risks; ans
• Has not conducted specific consultations with affected communities
on sustainability assessments of shared biological resources and
ecosystems for now but plans to do so in future years.
URW has sites located in or near biodiversity-sensitive area according to
the WWF BRF tool. Nevertheless, the activities led by URW should not
negatively affect biodiversity-sensitive areas (as explained in Section
3.2.2.4.3 Description of processes to identify and assess material
biodiversity and ecosystem-related impacts, risks, dependencies and
opportunities).
In some cases, it is necessary for URW to implement biodiversity
mitigation measures, such as those identified in an Environmental
Impact Assessment ("EIA") as defined in Article 1(2), point (g), of
Directive 2011/92/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council on
the assessment of the effects of certain public and private projects on
the environment, as it is a prerequisite for obtaining a building permit
and commercial planning permission in some countries like France. A
public consultation may also be carried out as part of this process.
It is not necessary for URW to implement biodiversity mitigation
measures such as those identified in:
• Directive 2009/147/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council
on the conservation of wild birds;
• Council Directive 92/43/EEC on the conservation of natural habitats
and of wild fauna and flora; and
• For activities located in third countries, in accordance with equivalent
national provisions or international standards, such as the
International Finance Corporation Performance Standard 6:
Biodiversity Conservation and Sustainable Management of Living
Natural Resources.
3.2.2.4.4 Policies related to biodiversity and ecosystems (ESRS E4-2)
The policy in place manage URW’s material impacts on biodiversity (related to the development projects) for URW is described in the table below.
Policy and material
Impacts addressed
Description of key
contents of policy
Description of scope of
policy or of its exclusions
Description of most
senior level in
organisation that is
accountable for
implementation of policy
Disclosure of third-party
standards or initiatives
that are respected
through implementation
of policy
Description of
consideration given to
interests of key
stakeholders in setting
policy
Explanation of how policy
is made available to
potentially affected
stakeholders and
stakeholders who need to
help implement it
Sustainability
development
guidelines for
development
projects
Material IROs
addressed:
• E4-I-1
• E4-I-2
• E4-I-3
Containing all the
requirements linked
to the minimum
sustainability
performance of
URW’s development
projects including the
necessity for projects
to reach biodiversity
net gain, to limit their
resource-use to
improve the carbon
performance of the
project and to perform
an ecological study
Development projects
across the Group
The MB and the EC
are overseeing
sustainability-related
topics, and
specifically the CRSO
is accountable for the
implementation
BREEAM
environmental
certification for
development projects
Local regulation such
as RE2020 in France
Stakeholders
involved: Group
Sustainability team,
the corporate
development and
construction teams,
development and
construction local
teams in all Group
countries
The policy is primarily
designed for internal
teams and shared with
contractors involved
in its implementation
in development
projects
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The sustainability development guidelines for development projects
policy also addresses the material risks and opportunities identified
such as integrating biodiversity in the environmental strategy of the
project to meet public and local stakeholders expectations while
limiting its cost by doing it at early stage. The policy currently support
traceability of timber used in development projects (and is limiting to it)
and does not address social consequences of biodiversity and
ecosystems-related impacts.
Further details related to the biodiversity topics within the
Sustainability development guidelines for development projects are
presented below.
New development projects to achieve a
biodiversity net gain
The preliminary studies of the Group biodiversity strategy showed that
one of the main drivers of biodiversity loss, according to the 2019 IPBES
report, is the change in land use. It also showed that real estate
companies play a role in this driver due to the artificialisation,
degradation and fragmentation of land operated in greenfield projects.
In the context of its biodiversity strategy, URW decided to commit to
limiting these impacts by aiming to achieve a biodiversity net gain
between the state of the site before and after the construction in all
large projects.
(1)
In order to reach this target, all concerned projects started from 2022
onwards will use the “Biodiversity Metric” methodology, created by the
DEFRA. This methodology was created to “calculate a biodiversity
baseline and to forecast biodiversity losses and gains (on site or off site)
resulting from development or land management changes”, according
to DEFRA. The Group will also make its best efforts to apply this target
for its ongoing projects where it is possible.
The Biodiversity Metric tool provides an amount of “Biodiversity Units”
present on-site before and after modification. This methodology has
been used by several real estate companies in the past, it is recognised
as reliable and was chosen by the Group for its scientific relevance and
its scalability to all the countries in which the Group operates.
With its biodiversity net gain target, URW commits to reach more
Biodiversity Units at project delivery than there were before the
transformation of the site. In case of loss of Biodiversity Units, the Group
will have the possibility to finance compensation projects creating
enough Biodiversity Units off-site to raise the project’s balance to a
biodiversity net gain. This situation has not materialised since URW set
its targets.
Since 2022, all new development projects starting their design include
biodiversity net gain as part of their objectives. The requirement has
been added in the 2024 update of the sustainability guidelines for
development projects.
Development projects to implement a biodiversity
action plan
In addition to the biodiversity net gain target, all large development
projects need to implement a biodiversity action plan. This action plan
should be made by a qualified ecologist, after the assessment of the
characteristics of the local biodiversity. The purpose of this document is
to first avoid and reduce all impacts of the project on the local nature,
and second to implement on each project a list of Group
recommendations like the use of environmentally-certified aggregates
for the concrete or bird-friendly designs for the façades.
The new commitments and recommendations for the integration of
biodiversity in development projects were integrated in the Group’s
design process through the sustainability guidelines.
Some projects also undertake an EIA, which includes an environmental/
biodiversity component, as it is a prerequisite for obtaining a building
permit and commercial planning permission in some countries like
France. A public consultation may also be carried out as part of this
process.
Biodiversity is also addressed by the development projects through the
“Land Use and Ecology” section in the BREEAM (new development)
certification.
Within the sustainability guidelines, the Group also commits in using
only certified timber (FSC, PEFC or equivalent) within its development
projects.
Biodiversity action plans at asset level
Even though the material impacts, risks, dependencies and
opportunities are related to the development activities of URW (and not
the operations of the standing portfolio), to give a complete picture of
URW’s biodiversity strategy, details about URW’s commitments and
internal policies related to the operations can be found below, as part of
the full transition plan and consideration of biodiversity and ecosystems
in URW strategy.
The Group applies a pragmatic approach on biodiversity to its standing
assets. Even though most assets are located in dense urban locations,
the Group’s sites are committed to retaining and improving local
biodiversity. This translates in the implementation in 2022 of
biodiversity action plans in all high biodiversity stakes (“HBS”) assets in
Europe. Assets are considered HBS if located within 1.5 km from a
protected area in Europe. These areas are composed of all the for
development projects (management categories I to VI) and Bird Life
International (Key Biodiversity Areas) protection areas. These standing
assets must appoint a qualified ecologist to assess the on-site
biodiversity and propose an adapted action plan to preserve and
improve the state of local nature. In the US, biodiversity audits will
progressively be deployed in the context of the BREEAM In-Use
certification of the US assets.
(1) Europe retail: TIC > €50 Mn or GLA > 10,000 sqm; US retail: TIC > $100 Mn or GLA > 20,000 sqm; Others: TIC > $/€40 Mn.
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A list of internal recommendations has also been designed by the Group
as part of the biodiversity strategy and suggests actions like turning off
building enhancement lights outside opening hours or creating urban
meadows in the assets’ green spaces.
In respect to this objective, in 2022, 16 biodiversity audits were
organised for the European HBS assets. From 2023 onwards, the
actions identified within those action plans are followed in the
environmental action plan of the concerned assets.
In addition to the biodiversity action plan, all HBS assets are encouraged
to raise tenants’ and visitors’ awareness towards biodiversity.
When possible, URW also works on creating “green” spaces, such as
green roofs, green walls and green parking lots (greening of part of the
parking lots, in particular to limit the waterproofing of these surfaces).
The Group also works across its shopping centres to raise awareness
among its stakeholders about the importance of biodiversity.
The Group’s BREEAM In-Use certification policy (see Section 3.2.2.1
Environmental details on building environmental certifications) ensures
that biodiversity issues are well addressed and promoted to achieve
high standards. Once a development project has been built and
delivered, the Group’s operating management team, particularly the on-
site teams that manage each asset, are responsible for maintaining and
monitoring biodiversity. The S'sustainability team monitors the
application of the Group’s biodiversity policy and provides operating
teams with the necessary support.
100% of standing assets to implement
renaturation projects by 2030
This 2023 commitment has been taken to meet the expectations of both
public authorities and visitors to increase the amount of green spaces in
dense urban areas. URW targets to increase the level of biodiversity in
all of its shopping centres through renaturation projects. Renaturation
projects are defined as any project related to the improvement of
biodiversity and biophilia in and outside the shopping centres.
To assess the improvement following the implementation of a
renaturation project, URW has been working in 2024 with the WWF
France and external consultants to support the operational teams in the
implementation of the renaturation projects. A guidebook has been
produced and a new biodiversity metric has been developed to
determine the positive impacts of the renaturation projects on
biodiversity and nature and be able to quantitatively demonstrate the
impacts and benefits of the projects.
The primary objectives of this guidebook are to:
• Educate: Provide detailed information on the principles and benefits
of renaturation projects, tailored to the unique environment of URW
assets;
• Guide: Offer step-by-step instructions on how to plan and implement
renaturation projects;
• Optimise: Help identify opportunities to improve environmental
sustainability and community engagement through biodiversity/
renaturation; and
• Evaluate: Enable to assess the performance of implemented
renaturation projects, and ensure they meet both environmental KPIs
and business objectives using a new biodiversity metric tool.
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3.2.2.4.5 Actions and resources related to biodiversity and ecosystems (ESRS E4-3)
The key actions and resources in relation to biodiversity and ecosystems material impacts are listed in the table below:
Policy and material
Impacts addressed Key actions Scope
Time
horizon
Year of
completion Description Progress Resources allocated
Financial
resources
Sustainability
development
guidelines for
development
projects
Material IROs
addressed:
• E4-I-1
• E4-I-2
• E4-I-3
• Reach
biodversity net
gain
• Limitation of use
of natural
resources in
construction
• Undertake an
ecological study
for all
development
project to limit
the impact of the
project over
local habitats,
fauna and flora
Development
projects
2015 –
2030
2030 All
development
projects must
include the
requirements
of the
guidelines in
their design to
secure their
environmental
performance
including ones
related to
biodiversity.
Specific
reviews are
performed
during the key
milestones of
the design of
the
development
project to verify
the alignment
of the project
with the
guidelines
• 2024 update of the
sustainability
guidelines to reflect
new expectations
from EU taxonomy
(including on
biodiversity-related
topics)
• Update of the
biodiversity metric
tool by DEFRA used
by the Group
• Several calculations
of the biodiversity
net gain for
development
projects performed
(and they all show a
net gain in
biodiversity – further
details given in the
Group’s
Sustainability
Scorecard). So far,
no compensation
measures had to be
taken
• Corporate
Sustainability
team to produce
guidance and
track
performance of
the
development
projects
• Local country
development
and
construction
teams to
perform the
site-level
studies and
implement
recommendatio
ns of the
ecologist
As stated in the
Group climate
mitigation plan
(details in
section
3.2.2.2.2)
The biodiversity-related actions contained within the sustainability
development guidelines for development projects are deemed to
reduce the impacts of the Group on biodiversity and each action should
not induce any adverse impacts on other sustainability related topics.
As the actions are related to development projects, they are intended to
be applied to each development project.
In regard to the actions URW implements in its development projects to
mitigate the impacts on biodiversity, URW is following the mitigation
hierarchy by trying to first avoid the impacts and then minimise the ones
which cannot be avoided. In the context of the Group objective related to
biodiversity net gain, URW may have to implement compensation or
offsets. As of today, URW has not use biodiversity offsets in its action
plans as there is no artificialisation caused by its development activities.
As part of the Group biodiversity strategy, plants and trees incorporated
in the development projects need to be chosen among the local species.
Protection and restoration of ecosystems outside
URW’s value chain
In the context of URW's net zero targets and biodiversity strategy, the
Group has invested in 2 initiatives (see Section 3.2.2.2.10 GHG removals
and GHG mitigation projects financed through carbon credits) to protect
and restore biodiversity at scale:
• The Climate Fund for Nature (Mirova); and
• The Nature Impact Fund (WWF France).
While the WWF France Nature Impact Fund is dedicated to the
restoration of French forests, the Climate Fund for Nature managed by
Mirova finances nature-based projects around the world. Nature-based
carbon removal projects financed through this fund help to improve
biodiversity in several ways. By restoring degraded habitats and
increasing the area and connectivity of natural landscapes, the projects
can enhance the survival and reproduction of native species, as well as
prevent or reduce the invasion of alien species. By improving soil health
and water quality, the projects can support the productivity and
resilience of ecosystems and their inhabitants. By involving local
communities and stakeholders in the design and management of the
projects, the projects can also foster social and cultural values related
to biodiversity conservation and sustainable use.
A small portion of Mirova's nature-based projects is dedicated to the
protection of existing forests, particularly against deforestation.
Further details about those projects are available publicly on the WWF
France and Mirova websites.
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3.2.2.4.6 Targets related to biodiversity and
ecosystems (ESRS E4-4)
The Group’s target related to the material impacts of the Group on
biodiversity and ecosystems is the following, along with an internal
lever also tracked by the Group:
• Target: 100% of new development projects to achieve a biodiversity
net gain;
• Internal lever: 100% of development projects to implement a
biodiversity action plan.
Additionally, the target related to the reduction of GHG emissions for
construction (further details in Section 3.2.2.2.2 Transition plan for
climate change mitigation) answers the material impact of the
limitation of natural resources for the development projects. Details on
the 2024 performance related to those objectives are presented in the
section 3.2.2.4.7.
These Group commitments are closely followed and monitored each
year. For the current objectives, no specific ecological thresholds and/or
allocations of impacts for URW have been applied when setting those.
These targets are aligned with the Kunming-Montreal Global
Biodiversity Framework, and directly relate to the material impacts
identified by URW in the double materiality assessment as they will help
gain biodiversity for URW development projects, reduce the use of
natural resources and prevent loss of biodiversity. These targets are
applicable for all URW’s geographies. URW follows the mitigation
hierarchy and as a last resort can use offsets for its biodiversity net gain
target, although this has not been the case so far. These targets mainly
apply to the following layers of the mitigation hierarchy: avoidance,
minimisation, restoration and rehabilitation.
URW has started the work on SBTn in 2024 and may set new targets
related to biodiversity in this context in the course of 2025.
In addition, the Group includes in its sustainability guidelines for
development projects (for the concerned projects under category 7.1)
the requirements related to the Do No Significant Harm (“DNSH”)
criteria for biodiversity within the EU Taxonomy regulation.
Additionally, and for informational purposes only, the Group also set a
target for its standing portfolio and an internal lever to reach this target:
• Target: 100% of standing assets to implement renaturation projects
by 2030;
• Internal lever: 100% of standing assets with HBS to implement a
biodiversity action plan.
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3.2.2.4.7 Impact metrics related to biodiversity and ecosystems change (ESRS E4-5)
The table below contains the performance of the reporting year against the Group’s objective:
URW targets related to material impacts 2024 performance
Target: 100% of new development projects to achieve a biodiversity net gain 100%
Internal lever: 100% of development projects to implement a biodiversity action plan 100%
URW targets for non-material impacts 2024 performance
Target: 100% of standing assets to implement renaturation projects by 2030
Renaturation guide
defined in 2024
Implementation of
renaturation
projects planned
for 2026
Internal lever: 100% of standing assets with high biodiversity stakes to implement a biodiversity action plan 100%
Following the assessment detailed in Section 3.2.2.4.3 Description of processes to identify and assess material biodiversity and ecosystem-related
impacts, risks, dependencies and opportunities, URW’s construction sites are not negatively affecting biodiversity-sensitive areas. As a result, 4
development projects (representing 2.6 ha of ground surface area) are located within a 15 km buffer around a key biodiversity area and 1 project
(representing 6.4 ha of ground surface area) potentially overlaps with a key biodiversity area (the assessment unit being between 10% and 50%
overlapping a key biodiversity area).
Within the SBTn work, URW studied its contribution to land use change, among other pressures, which comes almost entirely from the raw materials
used in its development projects (the development projects themselves do not convert natural land as there is no artificialisation). A modelling of the
raw material used for the development projects has been done using life-cycle analysis of several development projects to model the total impact per
biodiversity loss driver of the construction materials sourcing for a given year (based on 2023 data). The result of this analysis is presented below.
IMPACT ASSESSMENT FOR UPSTREAM MATERIAL PRODUCTION:
URW will continue its SBTn evaluation in 2025 .
0% 20%10% 30% 50% 70% 90%40% 60% 80% 100%
Concrete
Steel
Gravel
Asphalt
Aluminium
Wood
Glass
Other
Copper
Land occupation
(m²a crop eq)
STEEL WOOD
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3.2.2.5 Resource use and circular economy (ESRS E5)
3.2.2.5.1 Description of the processes to identify
and assess material resource use and
circular economy-related impacts, risks
and opportunities (ESRS 2 IRO-1)
Please see Section 3.2.1.4.1 Description of the process to identify and
assess material impacts, risks and opportunities, and Section 6.1.2
Group Enterprise Risk Management framework, respectively for more
detailed information on the double materiality analysis and the risk
identification process.
The material IROs for resource use and circular economy are related to
the topics of the consumption of raw materials for the development
projects and the waste management of the standing assets and are
detailed in Section 3.2.1.4.2 Disclosure requirements in ESRS covered
by the undertaking’s Sustainability Statement.
3.2.2.5.2 Policies related to resource use and
circular economy (ESRS E5-1)
The policies in place in relation to resource use and circular economy
are listed in the table below. The Circular Economy Framework
specifically addressed both topics transitioning away from use of virgin
resources, including relative increases in use of secondary (recycled)
resources and the sustainable sourcing and use of renewable
resources, both topics in the context of development projects. This is
addressed through guidance to integrate in the design of the projects
the circular economy principles URW has built (further details below).
The sustainability guidelines for development projects then require the
projects to specifically implement circular economy principles
contained within the Circular Economy Framework.
Policy and material IROs
addressed
Description of key contents of
policy (further details given below
the table)
Description of
scope of policy or
of its exclusions
Description of most senior
level in organisation that is
accountable for
implementation of policy
Disclosure of third-
party standards or
initiatives that are
respected through
implementation of
policy
Description of
consideration given to
interests of key
stakeholders in setting
policy
Explanation of how
policy is made available
to potentially affected
stakeholders and
stakeholders who need
to help implement it
Environmental
management
system
Material IROs
addressed:
• E5-I-1
• E5-O-1
• E5-O-2
Include sustainability
requirements in all stages of the
asset life-cycle
Development
projects of the
Group (CSRD
scope)
The MB and the EC are
overseeing
sustainability-related
topics, and specifically
the CRSO is
accountable for the
implementation
Basedon ISO
14001
Group sustainability
team, the corporate
technical team
(PMPS team), the
asset management
teams, the technical
and development
local country teams
and the asset teams
The policy is for
internal purposes only
Sustainability
guidelines for
development
projects
Material IROs
addressed:
• E5-I-1
• E5-I-2
• E5-R-1
• E5-O-1
• E5-O-2
• E5-O-3
• E5-O-4
• E5-O-5
Containing all the requirements
linked to the sustainability
performance of URW’s
development projects
The policy's general purpose is
to establish the minimum
environmental performance for
each development project to
reach the objectives set by the
Group (including the objective
related to embodied carbon
emissions)
Development
projects of the
Group (CSRD
scope)
The MB and the EC are
overseeing
sustainability-related
topics, and specifically
the CRSO is
accountable for the
implementation
BREEAM
environmental
certification for
development
projects
Local regulation
such as RE2020
in France
Stakeholders
involved: Group
Sustainability team,
the corporate
development and
construction teams,
development and
construction local
teams in all Group
countries
The policy is primarily
designed for internal
teams and shared with
contractors involved in
its implementation in
development projects
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Policy and material IROs
addressed
Description of key contents of
policy (further details given below
the table)
Description of
scope of policy or
of its exclusions
Description of most senior
level in organisation that is
accountable for
implementation of policy
Disclosure of third-
party standards or
initiatives that are
respected through
implementation of
policy
Description of
consideration given to
interests of key
stakeholders in setting
policy
Explanation of how
policy is made available
to potentially affected
stakeholders and
stakeholders who need
to help implement it
Circular Economy
Framework (as part
of the sustainability
guidelines
ecosystem)
Material IROs
addressed:
• E5-I-1
• E5-I-2
• E5-I-3
• E5-R-1
• E5-O-1
• E5-O-2
• E5-O-3
• E5-O-5
Include the key concepts of
circular economy for the
development projects, split in 3
themes (circular design,
sustainable sourcing and
resource management)
Development
projects of the
Group (CSRD
scope)
The MB and the EC are
overseeing
sustainability-related
topics, and specifically
the CRSO is
accountable for the
implementation
Cradle to Cradle
Products
Innovation
Institute
Stakeholders
involved: Group
Sustainability team,
the corporate
development teams
and the development
local country teams
The policy is for
internal purposes only
Waste management
Policy
Material IROs
addressed:
• E5-I-4
Include the waste management
framework, best practices and
KPIs related to waste
management in the EU
Shopping centres
European
standing assets
falling within the
Better Places
scope
The MB and the EC are
overseeing
sustainability-related
topics, and specifically
the CRSO is
accountable for the
implementation
None Stakeholders
involved: Group
Sustainability team,
the corporate
technical team
(PMPS team), the
corporate
development teams,
the technical and
development local
country teams and
the asset teams
The policy is for
internal purposes only
As the material topics for the Group are split between the consumption
of raw materials for the development projects and the waste
management for the standing assets, the sections below have been
split accordingly.
3.2.2.5.2.1 Resource use and circular economy for
development projects
Sustainability guidelines for development projects
In 2024, the sustainability guidelines for development projects were
updated in collaboration with the development teams (using their
feedback on the last 4 years using the guidelines). The sustainability
guidelines form a comprehensive policy which integrates several
components:
• The vision (guiding the teams to define the right purpose for their
project);
• The pillars (giving the macro vision of how development managers
should embrace sustainability in their project); and
• The Sustainability Brief: containing all the technical specifications to
integrate in the design of the projects.
The following appendices are also part of the sustainability guidelines:
• The Circular Economy Framework;
• The LCA methodology;
• The assessment tool (to evaluate the compliance of a project with the
technical specifications);
• The Considerate Construction Charter; and
• The EU Taxonomy templates (to ensure compliance with Taxonomy-
related criteria).
The sustainability guidelines apply to new developments and extension
and renovation projects Group-wide. It sets minimum requirements
applicable to major projects
(1)
. Requirements include, among others:
• Zero waste to landfill for future operation;
• 100% of timber with FSC or PEFC certification for both works and the
building itself;
• Divert demolition, strip-out and construction waste from landfill with
at least a 90% waste recovery rate;
(1) Europe retail: TIC > €50 Mn or GLA > 10,000 sqm; US retail: TIC > $100 Mn or GLA > 20,000 sqm; Others: TIC > $/€40 Mn.
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• Minimum environmental certification level (covering the construction
or refurbishment) to obtain BREEAM “Excellent” for projects in
Europe or LEED "Gold" in the US, for the scope of works;
• Undertake a feasibility assessment of bio-sourced materials for
structural elements;
• Undertake a long-term climate risks analysis, while minimising
resource use and maintaining user comfort;
• Integrate circular economy “concepts” from the Group’s Circular
Economy Framework, based on a technical economic study; and
• Alignment with new EU Taxonomy criteria for the Group’s
construction projects (new development and refurbishment).
The specific requirements of the sustainability guidelines for
developments projects can be adapted if needed (adaptation and
validation are shared and validated with the Group Sustainability team)
depending on the projects local context or technical specifications, but
the level of ambition should be kept.
During the design phase of the project, sustainability reviews gathering
the project’s development team, the sustainability team and the CRSO
are conducted:
• To ensure all projects are working on their own sustainability
strategy;
• To ensure that all the minimum requirements of the Sustainability
Brief are included in the project brief; and
• To study variants to improve the environmental performance of the
project in line with Better Places objectives.
A specific assessment tool has been created internally to track and
ensure that specific requirements are handled by project teams at the
project phase.
As part of its commitment to reducing its construction carbon footprint
by -35% between 2015 and 2030, the Group focuses on the choice and
use of the materials for its development projects. URW has identified
levers to meet it carbon reduction objectives, these are detailed in the
sub-section"Focus on reducing emissions from construction of -35% by
2030", in Section 3.2.2.5.4.
Details on the Circular Economy Framework for development projects
As part of its sustainability guidelines, the Group commits to having 100% of its development projects integrate a circular economy design solution by
2025. In answer to this commitment, a specific chapter related to circular economy and how to “integrate circular economy ‘concepts’ from the Group
Circular Economy Framework, based on a technical economic study” is integrated in the Group’s Sustainability guidelines, and is closely monitored
during project reviews among other topics.
The Group Circular Economy Framework aims at integrating circular economy concepts in the design of URW’s development projects. Circular
economy requirements are part of the sustainability guidelines for the development projects and in this context all development projects must
integrate concepts from the framework, selecting the ones that will make the most sense for each development project. This practical framework
allows the teams to better understand and apply the right circular economy solution for their projects.
The Circular Economy Framework contains 10 concepts split into 3 themes, that will guide the design teams in the selection of the most appropriate
topics for their development projects:
CIRCULAR ECONOMY FRAMEWORK FOR DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS
• Create the conditions for
circularity
• Keep existing elements,
renovate, repair
• Design for transformation
• Design to facilitate operations
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The framework gives guidance to the development and construction
teams on how to prioritise the avoidance or minimisation of waste by
choosing reused or recycled materials over new ones and how the
design of the project should incorporate features to facilitate the
operations and the end-of-life of the materials. The concepts of the
Circular Economy Framework are followed within the sustainability
guidelines for development projects.
Additional details related to responsible supply chain
URW is committed to ensuring responsibility in its upstream supply
chain (development activities).
The sustainability guidelines for development projects and the appendix
of the Considerate Construction Charter both specify that 100% of
timber used in development, extension and renovation projects must be
from certified, sustainably-managed forests with FSC or PEFC
certification. Additionally, as part of the certification process
(prerequisite for BREEAM and optional for LEED), the sourcing of wood
used during construction is verified and validated.
The sustainability guidelines for development projects requirements
have been designed by the Group’s Sustainability team to be
implemented in tender documents for construction projects. Also, in all
its European contracts, the development and construction teams
requires from the contractors a commitment to give their best efforts to
reduce the carbon footprint of the project.
3.2.2.5.2.2 Resource use and circular economy for
URW’s operations on standing assets
The total volume of waste generated in a building, whatever its use, is
mostly dependent on the level of activity of the tenants, i.e. sales for
shopping centres and occupancy for office buildings. This means that
the Group has a limited impact on the total volume of waste generated
on site. Nevertheless, the Group implement waste management
efficiency measures, such as:
• Working with waste contractors to build and enhance waste recovery
channels and raising awareness among tenants, as well as
incentivising them to reduce the amount of waste disposed;
• Partner with operators to limit food waste (or other innovative waste
diversion solutions); and
• Prioritise the recycling of waste over waste-to-energy solutions,
when possible.
These measures, as described in the waste management policy, follow
the principles of the waste hierarchy: Avoid the production of waste
(prevention), sort and prepare for reuse when possible and if not
possible, prepare for recycling and finally, for the remaining waste,
consider energy recovery or other treatments.
Details on URW’s waste management actions, can be found in Section
3.2.2.5.3 Actions and resources related to resource use and circular
economy.
3.2.2.5.3 Actions and resources related to resource use and circular economy (ESRS E5-2)
The actions and resources in place in relation to resource use and circular economy are listed in the table below and in the paragraphs below for more
details.
Policy and
material IROs
addressed Key actions Scope
Time
horizon
Year of
completion Description Progress Resources allocated Financial resources
Sustainability
guidelines for
development
projects and,
the Circular
Economy
Framework (as
part of the
sustainability
guidelines
ecosystem)
Material IROs
addressed:
• E5-I-1
• E5-I-2
• E5-R-1
• E5-O-1
• E5-O-2
• E5-O-3
• E5-O-4
• E5-O-5
• Integrate
sustainability-
related
requirements in
the design of the
projects to
secure their
environmental
performance
and integrate
circular
economy
principles in the
design of the
development
projects.
All Group
development
projects
(CSRD
Scope)
2015 –
2030
2030 All development
projects must
include the
requirements of the
guidelines in their
design to secure
their environmental
performance
including specific
ones within the
Circular Economy
Framework
• 2024 update of the
sustainability
guidelines to reflect
new expectations
from EU taxonomy
and new embodied
carbon thresholds
with the objective to
align all URW
development projects
to the EU Taxonomy
criteria.
• Sustainability
guidelines
assessment
performed for future
construction projects
to secure their
environmental
performance.
• Corporate
Sustainability
team to produce
guidance and
track performance
• Concept Studio
team
• Local country
development and
construction
teams for
implementation
A limited increase
of URW
construction costs
(< 10%) is
expected to reach
the Group’s
targets.
Case study: For a
development
project with a
total construction
cost of €100 Mn,
the maximum
CAPEX estimated
to meet all the
sustainability
requirements is
€10 Mn.
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Policy and
material IROs
addressed Key actions Scope
Time
horizon
Year of
completion Description Progress Resources allocated Financial resources
• Find the circular
economy
concepts to
apply to the
development
projects
depending on
the intrinsic
characteristics
of the projects.
• Reduce the
overall
consumption of
raw materials to
aim for the best
embodied
carbon
performance.
Favour reused or
recycled
materials.
• The
Environmental
Management
System (EMS)
gives the
framework to
implement the
requirements in
the design of the
projects (see
details below)
• Trainings of the
development teams to
improve the overall
knowledge on the
application of the
sustainability
guidelines for
development projects.
Waste
management
Policy
Material IROs
addressed:
• E5-I-4
Reduce waste and
improve waste
sorting and
recycling efficiency
EU standing
assets from
the Better
Places
Scope only
2015 –
2030
2030 Includes the waste
management
framework, best
practices and KPIs
related to waste
management in the
shopping centres
• Waste action plan
2024
• Focus on weighting
systems
• Survey on best
practices
• Corporate
Sustainability and
technical teams to
produce guidance
and track
performance
• Local country and
asset teams for
implementation
Each asset
prepares the
budget related to
waste efficiency
and include
actions in the
business plan of
the asset. CAPEX
is part of the
overall
maintenance
CAPEX plan of the
asset (average of
€90 Mn per year
for EU assets)
Details about the actions deployed are given in the below sections.
Circular economy and construction materials
The Group’s target is to work towards the limitation of raw material
consumption in quantities and the reduction of the carbon impact of the
most significant building elements, beginning with the structure and
foundations of the building. Circularity is a strong driver to reduce the
environmental impact of foundations and structure. For concrete-based
structures, the development and construction teams study the reuse of
materials (recycled materials) such as steel or aggregates and try to
identify low-carbon alternatives if they exist (such as low-carbon
concrete which is systematically studied). When it is feasible for the
structural elements, the use of wood in URW’s development projects is
studied to both reduce the embodied carbon emissions of projects and
increase the carbon sinks through the lifetime of the projects thanks to
the wood’s capability to store CO
2
(following the principle of the French
Label bas Carbone methodology for buildings, published in 2022).
URW integrates requirements related to circular economy in its
sustainability guidelines for development projects to reduce the
consumption of raw materials from the design stage to the demolition
and comply with the Construction & Demolition Waste Management
Protocol disclosed by the EU.
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URW also integrates circular principles in its operators' and developers'
activities by favouring refurbishment (maintain as much as possible the
existing building and extend its lifetime), integrating systematically
circular economy concepts, during the design phase (use of reused
materials, favour repairability during the operational phase and
disassembly for later reuse of the building materials) and by having
strong ambition related to the construction and the demolition of waste
(preparing for reuse or recycling for at least 90% of waste generated).
All the information and advice to achieve these ambitions is directly
integrated into the Circular Economy Framework, appendix of the
sustainability guidelines.
Environmental management system for the development
projects
URW designs, improves and follows-up the sustainability performance
of its development projects following the principles of its environmental
management system (“EMS”) and the sustainability guidelines,
ensuring that all development projects, whatever their size or type, are
designed in a sustainable way (according to the requirements within the
guidelines) in the long term and in accordance with the Group
sustainability strategy in order to minimise their environmental impact.
While the EMS gives the general process for the teams to follow, the
sustainability guidelines contain the technical requirements for the
projects to implement in their design.
For each project, the EMS covers all 4 stages of the development
process and involves several departments, notably Development,
Security, Technical, Operations, Leasing and on-site shopping centre
management teams:
• Acquisition / First audit / Programme: sustainability and risks related
to climate change are analysed and evaluated during the Group’s due
diligence process for pre-existing assets or land; Programme is
written and includes the sustainability strategy (on climate change,
environmental certification, carbon and energy performance,
materials, biodiversity, water, waste and mobility) of the projects,
aligned with the Group’s requirements in terms of environmental
performance;
• Project reviews: at key milestones during the design of the project,
the latter is assessed using the Group’s Sustainability guidelines to
ensure compliance with the Group sustainability strategy;
• Construction: the project contractor agrees to abide by the Group’s
Considerate Construction Charter (available publicly on URW’s
website), which is designed to limit the social and environmental
effects (waste management and reduction of pollution measures) of
the construction process; The follow-up of the considerate
construction charter is usually given to the external consultant in
charge of the environmental certification;
• Commissioning: a commissioning process is followed to ensure that
buildings’ technical installations perform efficiently (settings and
operating instructions), and that maintenance suppliers in charge of
operations and running technical installations as well as shopping
centre management teams are properly trained.
As part of the EMS, a Group-wide community of “Sustainability
Champions” in the development teams was created in 2019 to ensure
best practice sharing across countries related to sustainability applied
to development projects. Participants are part of the development or
construction teams on a voluntary basis. The community is animated by
the Group Sustainability team. The animation around sustainability
objectives is key to raise awareness and step-up the level of knowledge
on environmental topics of those teams. Regular technical trainings are
also given by the sustainability team to guide the development and
construction teams in how to better incorporate sustainability features
within their projects (on circular economy, improvement of the
embodied carbon performance or EU Taxonomy criteria for instance).
Improving waste sorting in collaboration with tenants and
waste service providers
Suitable waste segregation facilities are in place in all assets and most
assets are equipped with specific sorting facilities and treatment
solutions for organic waste, which represents a significant share of the
total amount of waste generated by the Group.
Collaboration with tenants:
Tenants are regularly informed and made aware of local on-site waste
management policies (content of which aligns with the Group waste
management policy but adapted to the local context of the asset) and
processes, and of the importance of sorting waste, through tenants’ on-
site discussions or the communication of site-level waste sorting
guidelines. Both supplier purchasing contracts and tenant green leases
establish the minimum requirements to be met for waste sorting and
recycling. Additionally, tenants’ awareness raising includes updating
and adding signage on waste bins, sharing best practices, highlighting
the importance of properly sorting material, and outlining the legal
requirements associated with the waste management programme. For
example:
• In the UK, educational sessions with retailers are held regularly via
the waste contractor’s “Green Academy” programme;
• In Spain, waste ambassadors in each asset have helped to raise
awareness among tenants; and
• In the US, assets with organic waste food-service programmes are
provided additional assistance for the set up and ongoing
management of diverting pre-consumer food waste.
All the Group’s shopping centres also hold yearly meetings with their
stakeholders (tenants and waste treatment providers), with a detailed
account of the site’s waste management outcomes.
In some shopping centres, tenants are also being incentivised through
the implementation of individual reinvoicing of waste charges (for waste
managed by URW). An increasing number of shopping centres are
equipped with an advanced waste management system, which consists
of weighing the waste of each tenant separately to invoice them on the
actual tonnage they generate. This encourages better waste sorting,
enabling tenants to reduce the tonnage of residual waste for which the
final disposal is more expensive. This system contributes efficiently to
improving the asset’s recycling rate.
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Collaboration with waste service providers:
In Europe, waste management service providers must monitor and
submit a monthly progress report, with details of tonnages collected by
type of waste and recycling percentages achieved. Furthermore, they
are asked to regularly submit a waste management improvement plan
or propose available opportunities, such as upgrades in material
recovery facilities, or modified equipment when the tenant mix changes
to site management teams, to ensure the efficient management of each
location’s waste streams. Shopping centre technical managers meet
with waste management service providers on a frequent basis to
monitor progress and performance. The waste solution providers’
remits, however, extend beyond just management and reporting, also
focusing heavily on tenant engagement and communications.
Developing innovative waste management solutions
On-site innovative waste treatment solutions are also installed in
several of the Group’s assets to increase the amount of valorised waste
and reduce waste management costs, such as food-digesters. For
example, in URW’ s assets in the UK, a food digester converts food
waste, without bacteria, additives or water, into a virtually odour-free,
much reduced quantity of residual material which can then be used on-
site by URW’s teams as compost.
The Group also renegotiates waste service providers contracts, and at
the same time integrates requirements for higher rates of recycling and
0% waste to landfill in the tenders. For example, this has been the case
for the last contracts signed in Spain and France. In addition, reverse
vending machines available to visitors have been tested in the UK to
foster recycling of coffee cups and other small food packaging.
3.2.2.5.4 Targets related to resource use and
circular economy (ESRS E5-3)
URW has set targets which apply to different scopes to answer the
material topics already identified in the sections before. The first ones
are related to the standing portfolio of the Group while the following
ones are related to the development projects of the Group. To set the
targets, URW has worked with external experts and internal
stakeholders (technical teams and asset teams) to ensure a right level
of ambition and the right feasibility for the Group. No specific public
frameworks or methodologies have been used to define those targets
but they consider the EU objectives (for the waste to landfill target and
the recycling one) and not only comply with them but are more
ambitious.
Targets related to resource use
The target below aims to reduce the raw material consumption using
the carbon impact of the overall development project as a proxy to be
more operational and concrete to the teams, in relation with the IROs
identified (E5-I-1, E5-I-2, E5-R-1, E5-O-1, E5-O-2, E5-O-3, E5-O-4 and
E5-O-5). The target is not referring to waste hierarchy but is about the
concepts of eco-design, waste as a resource though the use of reused or
recycled materials to minimise the carbon footprint of the development
projects. The target is applicable to the development projects within
the CSRD scope:
• -35% carbon emissions related to construction by 2030 from a 2015
baseline.
Further details about this target, including the baseline values, can be
found in Section 3.2.2.2.2 Transition plan for climate change mitigation.
URW has also set as an internal objective, seen as a lever to reach the
carbon reduction target, that 100% of its development projects
incorporate circular economy solutions (see details above).
The targets set relate to resource inflows, precisely the materials used
for the development projects, and, more specifically to:
• The increase of circular product design (including for instance design
for durability, dismantling, repairability, recyclability, etc,), as part of
the circular economy requirements of the sustainability guidelines for
development projects;
• The increase of circular material use rate (in order to reduce the
overall amount of material quantity and the embodied carbon
performance of those materials);
• The minimisation of primary raw material (in order to reduce the
overall amount of material quantity and the embodied carbon
performance of those materials); and
• The sustainable sourcing of raw materials, understanding that the
more sustainably sourced a material is, the less carbon intensive the
material will be.
The targets are followed each year to track the effectiveness of the
related actions by the corporate technical teams and the Group
Sustainability team during annual sustainability performance reviews
using asset level data collected during the years (waste volumes and
treatments on one side and LCA on the other side for the development
projects). The overall progress towards these targets is presented in
URW Sustainability Scorecard (in section 3.1) which is publicly available
in URW website and within this Universal Registration Document. To set
these targets, URW has worked with external experts on the topic to
secure the right level of ambition. The targets presented above are
voluntary and not required by legislation for all regions where URW
operates.
Targets related to operational waste
All targets below aim at either limiting waste production or improving
the treatment of the waste, in relation with the IRO identified (E5-I-4).
These targets refer to the following topics of the waste hierarchy:
prevention, preparing for reuse (including in the waste reduction target),
recycling and other recovery. The targets are applicable to the
shopping centres of the Better Places scope and are presented in the
table below:
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Targets
Baseline Year and
performance
2024 performance
Zero waste (0 ton) to landfill by 2025
(1)
2018
37.0%
22.9% (Group)
3.3% (EU)
65.8% (US)
Engage tenants into reducing waste (managed by URW) by -15% by 2030 from a 2019 baseline 2019 -8.1%
Reach 70% recycling rate by 2030
2022
40.7%
47.2%
(1) URW has set the objective of achieving zero waste to landfill by 2025. While the Group is on track to meet this target in Europe, the Group anticipates that achieving this goal
in the US will take additional time, with a revised plan currently being designed for the US context. This adjustment reflects the unique challenges and regulatory landscape in
the US on this topic.
The targets set relate to resource outflows and more specifically to the
waste management, including preparation for proper treatment.
3.2.2.5.5 Resource inflows (ESRS E5-4)
For URW activities, the resource inflows related to the material impacts
are about the raw material consumption for the construction of the
development projects (see Section 3.2.1.4.2 Disclosure requirements in
ESRS covered by the undertaking’s Sustainability Statement). The raw
material consumption for the development activities is located within
the Group’s value chain as the materials are procured by the
construction companies and not by URW directly.
In 2024, URW has conducted an analysis of the raw material
consumptions generated by its development project activities, using
LCA of buildings to obtain details about the quantities. This analysis has
been made by external experts in the context of the SBTn, to better
understand the biodiversity-related pressures the development
activities are responsible for regarding construction materials. More
details about this analysis will be published next year when the SBTn
certification is more advanced.
As a result of this analysis, the main raw materials (in weight) and
associated process materials used by URW for its construction
activities are the following: concrete, steel, crushed stones, asphalt,
gravel, sand, and wood. Those 7 materials represent 99% of the
calculated materials used for the development projects, on average.
Besides the “packaging” (of construction materials), this topic has not
been evaluated as material for the Group in the context of raw materials
for development projects. The resources of water, property, plant and
equipment have also not been evaluated as a material topic for the
Group’s own operations or value chain. URW does not directly procure
rare earth for its direct operations (rare earth can still be found in
batteries and/or other equipment’s present in URW assets but it
remains non-material).
RAW MATERIAL QUANTITIES FOR DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS
2024
Overall total weight of materials used for development projects (in tonnes) 215,653
% of biological materials 1.2%
% of secondary reused or recycled materials 7.1%
Absolute weight of secondary reused or recycled materials (in tonnes) 15,348
Methodologies to calculate the data presented above:
• URW does not itself systematically monitor the material quantities of
the development projects as it is directly done by the contractors of
the development projects;
• The Sustainability team of URW with the help of external consultants
created a model to estimate the average raw material consumption
of its development projects using LCA for three different typologies of
project in past and current pipeline projects;
• Ratios have been created in kilogrammes of materials per square
metres of type of development project built and it is then extrapolated
each year to all URW pipeline of development projects, spreading the
material consumption over the length of the construction works;
• Biological materials in the table above correspond to the use of wood
(timber) for construction. The wood used in construction is certified
FSC (Forest Stewardship Council) or PEFC (Programme for the
Endorsement of Forest Certification) as per the sustainability
guidelines for development projects; and
• The information about reused or recycled materials is not yet
consolidated for all materials across the pipeline of development
projects. As a result, and for the first year of reporting to this ESRS,
URW used a proxy based on estimates of the average recycled
content in the 2 main materials used in its development projects
(concrete and steel) using EU research papers. The following figures
are used to calculate average recycled content in URW projects: 4%
of the total weight of concrete is made from recycled content (coming
from the aggregates) and 56% of the total weight of steel is made
from recycled content (from recycled scrap steel).
To calculate and evaluate the impact of its construction projects, URW
uses LCAs which are regularly updated during the different design
stages of the project with precise assumptions on quantities and
material’s specification.
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3.2.2.5.6 Resource outflows (ESRS E5-5)
For URW activities, the resource outflows related to the material
impacts are the waste streams from operating buildings, and
particularly the shopping centres (for details see Section 3.2.1.4.2
Disclosure requirements in ESRS covered by the undertaking’s
Sustainability Statement and section 3.2.1.3.3).
Beyond this material impact, another of URW’s outflows are the
buildings URW builds, renovates or extends and which can be
considered a key product in the context of the CSRD. The following
details about the projects are given on a voluntary basis.
These buildings are designed according to circular economy principles
(from the Circular Economy Framework) integrated within their design
through the sustainability guidelines for development projects (for
more details see Section 3.2.2.5.2.1).
URW defined minimum requirements for its major development
projects when it comes to circularity, including the below examples:
• A project needs to demonstrate how it can/will be flexible and
adaptable to other usages in the future, in accordance with local
needs. A specific study, in line with EU Taxonomy expectations
should be done to ensure:
- Extract from EU Taxonomy regulation: “Building designs and
construction techniques support circularity and in particular
demonstrate, with reference to ISO 20887 or other standards for
assessing the disassembly or adaptability of buildings, how they are
designed to be more resource efficient, adaptable, flexible and
dismantlable to enable reuse and recycling.”
• Construction designs and techniques support circularity via the
incorporation of concepts for design for adaptability and
deconstruction.
• In case of renovations, at least 50% of the original building should be
maintained or reinforced, unless is unfeasible for technical or leasing
reasons avoiding demolition as first option.
These measures are in place to maximise the lifetime of the buildings
and to facilitate any future changes which may happen in the building to
meet future needs. Based on several methodologies in Europe,
compliant with EN 15978 and ISO14044, the expected lifetime of a
building sets by URW LCA methodology is 50 years. This is a theoretical
lifetime and URW aims to extend the lifetime of its buildings by
maintaining them, anticipating the operational phase during the design,
and refurbishing rather than demolishing when needed. In addition, and
to anticipate the evolution of the need, the sustainability guidelines
require to perform an adaptability and disassembly study, compliant
with the EU Taxonomy requirements and ISO 20887.
The percentage of recycled content at building level is detailed in
Section 3.2.2.5.5 Resource inflows. Besides the “packaging” topic has
not been evaluated as material for the Group.
URW’s waste reduction and waste management strategies are detailed
in Section 3.2.2.5.2.2.
Total waste quantities diverted and directed from/to
disposal
(1)
All quantities in the tables below are waste from URW‘s own operations,
meaning waste for which URW has a direct control and their
management responsibility through a waste management contract (on
the perimeter of its standing assets portfolio according to the
materiality analysis). This does not include waste managed directly by
sub-contractors such as maintenance waste or waste generated by
tenants which have a specific waste management contract for their unit.
As a result, the only hazardous waste which could be generated in
URW’s assets are related to electrical and electronic equipment
managed directly by URW. All other hazardous waste would be
managed directly by the maintenance contractors (or other
subcontractors) who are then responsible for it.
CSRD SCOPE
As defined in Section 3.2.1.1.1 General basis for preparation of the Sustainability Statement, with a detailed description of this scope and an
understanding of the differences between the different reporting perimeters.
2024
Total amount of waste generated (in tonnes) 78,711
Total amount of hazardous waste generated (in tonnes) 95
Total amount diverted from disposal (in tonnes) 42,943
Amount diverted from disposal – Preparation for reuse 1,358
Amount diverted from disposal – Recycling 38,433
Amount diverted from disposal – Other recovery operations 3,151
Total amount directed to disposal 35,768
Amount directed to disposal – Incineration 24,291
Amount directed to disposal – Landfill 11,477
Amount directed to disposal –(in tonnes) Other disposal operations 0
Total amount of non-recycled waste (in tonnes) 40,278
Total percentage of non-recycled waste (in tonnes) 51.2%
(1) Waste from fat separators is not included as it is not possible to properly weigh and separate solid fat from waste water when separators are emptied. In addition, it is highly
variable and depends mostly on separators maintenance frequency. Furthermore, it is collected on a partial scope and is not significant in terms of weight compared to solid waste.
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BETTER PLACES SCOPE
As defined in Section 3.2.1.1.1 General basis for preparation of the Sustainability Statement, with a detailed description of this scope and an
understanding of the differences between the different reporting perimeters.
The table below is related to the Better Places targets set for waste management.
2024
Total amount of waste generated (in tonnes) 104,630
Total amount directed to landfill (in tonnes) 23,959
Total percentage directed to landfill 22.9%
Total amount of recycled waste (in tonnes) 49,400
Total percentage of recycled waste 47.2%
Total waste quantities per composition (metric tonnes)
CSRD SCOPE
As defined in Section 3.2.1.1.1 General basis for preparation of the Sustainability Statement, with a detailed description of this scope and an
understanding of the differences between the different reporting perimeters.
2024
Total amount of waste generated (in tonnes) 78,711
Total amount of cardboard 19,150
Total amount of wood (pallet) 1,668
Total amount of mixed waste (ordinary industrial waste) 34,451
Total amount of glass 2,377
Total amount of organic bio-waste 7,339
Total amount of cooking oil 355
Total amount of green waste 50
Total amount of bulky waste 735
Total amount of plastic 2,182
Total amount of metal 485
Total amount of hazardous waste (mainly composed of electrical and electronic waste) 95
Total amount of sweeping sludge
278
Total amount of construction waste 857
Total amount of other waste 8,689
Within URW operations, the following types of waste can be generated and are reported by each assets on a monthly or annually basis: cardboard,
wood (pallet), mixed waste (ordinary industrial waste), glass, organic bio-waste, cooking oil, green waste, bulky waste, plastic, metal and waste from
electrical and electronic equipment.
URW doesn’t produce any radioactive product from its own operation.
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3.2.2.6 Disclosures pursuant to Article 8
of Regulation (EU) 2020/852
(Taxonomy Regulation)
3.2.2.6.1 Context
Since January 1, 2021, URW has been subject to the EU Environmental
Taxonomy Regulation 2020/852 (the “EU Taxonomy”). The EU
Taxonomy introduces a unified classification system to determine the
sustainability level of investments, in order to drive capital towards
financing the EU environmental transition. The sustainability of a
financial vehicle is determined by the share of sustainable economic
activities it finances in its portfolio. Consequently, all economic
activities listed in the scope of the EU Taxonomy (i.e. “eligible” activities)
are to be screened for their environmental impacts, based on the
environmental criteria (“Technical Screening Criteria” (“TSC”)) defined
in the EU Taxonomy Delegated Acts.
To be considered environmentally sustainable, an economic activity has
to substantially contribute to at least 1 out of the 6 following
“environmental objectives”, while not causing harm to the others and
complying with “minimal safeguards” related social and ethical
standards:
• Climate change mitigation;
• Climate change adaptation;
• Sustainable use and protection of water and marine resources;
• Transition to a circular economy;
• Pollution prevention and control; and
• Protection and restoration of biodiversity and ecosystems.
The EU Taxonomy represents an important step towards the EU’s
objective of becoming climate neutral by 2050. The real estate sector,
and particularly URW, is considered eligible under the EU Taxonomy for
climate change mitigation, climate change adaptation, as well as
transition to a circular economy
3.2.2.6.2 Application to URW activities
As a real estate player, URW is committed to meeting the requirements set by this new EU Taxonomy and improving its performance in the coming
years to contribute to the EU environmental transition. As a developer and operator of assets, URW’s main eligible activities can be split into the
following 2 categories
(1)
:
• 3.2/7.2: Renovation
(2)
of existing buildings: buildings that URW redevelops exceeding “major renovation” thresholds according to local building
regulations implementing Directive 2010/31/EU (works amounting to at least 25% of total asset value – excluding land – or affecting over 25% of
the surface of the building envelope); and
• 7.7: Acquisition and ownership of buildings: buildings that URW owns and operates for its own account, including those under development or
redevelopment that do not exceed “major renovation” thresholds.
In addition to the above categories, URW purchases equipment and services relating to the following categories, that enable its activities to reduce
their GHG emissions:
• 7.3: Installation, maintenance and repair of energy efficiency equipment;
• 7.4: Installation, maintenance and repair of charging stations for EVs in buildings (and parking spaces attached to buildings)
(3)
;
• 7.5: Installation, maintenance and repair of instruments and devices for measuring, regulation and controlling energy performance of buildings;
and
• 7.6: Installation, maintenance and repair of renewable energy technologies.
These activities, qualified as “individual measures”, are further described in the paragraph “Individual measures” of Section 3.2.2.6.4 URW share of
aligned activities.
The Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2021/2178 of July 6, 2021, supplementing the EU Taxonomy specifies the scope, methodology and
disclosure requirements for financial and non-financial undertakings concerning the proportion of environmentally sustainable economic activities in
their business, investments or lending activities. The work done by URW to establish its eligibility and align its KPIs is based on this regulation, and the
associated methodology is presented hereafter.
3.2.2.6.3 URW share of eligible activities
As the first step of the EU Taxonomy application, companies are to determine which of their activities are “eligible”, i.e. covered by the EU Taxonomy
Delegated Acts. Three KPIs are disclosed to that end: the share of eligible activities in the Company’s turnover, CAPEX and
(1) No activity linked to construction of new buildings according to EU Taxonomy (7.1/3.1).
(2) URW has considered for the year 2024 that the definition of the renovation indicated in the 7.2 applies also for the 3.2.
(3) No CAPEX in this category for 2024.
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2024 RESULTS OF URW SHARES OF ELIGIBLE ACTIVITIES
Turnover (k€) Eligible activities
Non-eligible
activities Total
Gross rental income (“GRI”) 2,348,703 78,242 2,426,945
Service charge income 394,571 0 394,571
Property development and project management revenue 72,656 0 72,656
Property services and other activities revenues 0 361,875 361,875
Total turnover 2,815,929 440,117 3,256,046
% Total turnover 86.5% 13.5% 100%
% Turnover excluding service charge income 84.6% 15.4% 100%
CAPEX (k€) Eligible activities
Non-eligible
activities
Total
CAPEX on investment properties 1,336,179 14,073 1,350,252
Scope movements on investment properties 515,476 0 515,476
CAPEX on tangible assets 0 27,628 27,628
CAPEX on intangible assets 0 13,349 13,349
Total 1,851,655 55,050 1,906,705
% CAPEX 97.1% 2.9% 100%
OPEX (k€)
Eligible activities
Non-eligible
activities
Total
% OPEX - - 100%
The relative decrease of the eligible gross rental income compared with
2023 is linked to the faster rise in non-eligible revenues due to the
positive impact of the Olympic Games.
The increase of eligible CAPEX is mainly due to changes in the scope of
consolidation of investment properties, and in particular to the
acquisition of the remaining 50% stake in the two shopping centres
Westfield Montgomery and CH Ursynów.
3.2.2.6.3.1 Methodology of KPI calculation
Allocation rules to the denominators
• As defined in the aforementioned Delegated Regulation, total
turnover and total CAPEX have been determined in accordance with
International Financial Reporting Standards (“IFRS”) applied to URW
activities and in line with financial statements:
- Total turnover = GRI + property development and project
management revenue + property services and other activities
revenues + service charge income;
- Total CAPEX = CAPEX on investment properties + scope
movements on investment properties + CAPEX on tangible assets
+ CAPEX on intangible assets; and
- Only fully consolidated companies are included in the scope, and
KPIs are reported on IFRS bases (not under proportionate
consolidation).
• The Delegated Regulation requires reported OPEX in the
denominator to be limited to costs related to building renovation,
maintenance and repair, short-term lease, and research and
development. URW’s OPEX are consolidated in different categories
than the ones defined in the scope of this regulation. For this reason,
calculating total OPEX required a bottom-up approach that was not
based on consolidated financial statements:
- URW identified the eligible OPEX categories from its annual
country/asset level budgets in which analytical breakdowns of
operational costs are available;
- 4 OPEX categories were selected in the denominator scope: Total
OPEX = OPEX on cleaning + OPEX on maintenance + OPEX on
vertical transportation + works OPEX
(1)
; and
- OPEX were reported applying similar consolidation rules as for
turnover and CAPEX: looking at assets fully consolidated in
financial statements and reporting KPIs based on IFRS bases (not
under proportionate consolidation).
- In 2024, URW has applied the materiality exemption. The
denominator is calculated as follows: an operating expenses net
service charges (excluding service charges income) + property
development and project management costs + property services
and other activities expenses + administrative expenses.
Allocation rule to the numerators: determining eligible
activities
• To determine the eligible share of turnover (numerator), a screening
of URW revenue categories has been performed according to the
Delegated Acts’ qualitative definitions of activities covered: among
the revenue categories listed above, only gross rental income (“GRI”)
(revenues from acquisition and ownership of buildings) and revenues
from property development and project management (revenues from
construction of new buildings) are considered eligible to the EU
Taxonomy. Revenues from property services and other activities
(mainly linked to property management services and services
provided by the Viparis entity) are excluded from the eligibility scope;
(1) This OPEX category includes a non-significant amount of expenses linked to various assignment fees, among which audits (e.g. energy, sprinklers), environmental certification
and H&S-specific assistance, which are not included in the scope of costs addressed in the Delegated Regulation.
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• To determine the eligible share of CAPEX (numerator), a screening of
URW investment categories has been performed according to the
Delegated Acts’ qualitative definitions of activities covered: among
the investment categories listed above, only CAPEX on investment
properties and scope movements on investment properties are
considered eligible for the EU Taxonomy. CAPEX on furniture and
intangible assets are excluded from the eligibility scope; and
• The last step for calculating the turnover, CAPEX and OPEX
numerators has been to identify, among all URW activities, asset
types or legal entities that would not be considered in the Delegated
Acts’ scopes. All of URW activities are included in the eligibility
numerators except for the Airports activity in the US, on the grounds
that URW only operates some very specific areas in these assets
(shops in terminals) and does not manage the whole buildings. As a
result, turnover and CAPEX associated to the US Airports activities
have been excluded from the numerators of URW EU Taxonomy-
eligible activities.
3.2.2.6.4 URW share of aligned activties
The second part of the EU Taxonomy application consists of the screening and disclosure of the share of environmentally sustainable or “aligned”
activities. 3 KPIs are to be disclosed to that end: the share of aligned activities in the Company’s turnover, CAPEX and OPEX.
2024 Results of URW’s share of aligned activities
Taxonomy alignment figures calculated in accordance with the templates set by the European Commission: based on total activity (including non-
eligible activities) and including service charge income lines, in compliance with the IFRS accounting standard, are presented below.
Proportion of Turnover/Total Turnover (2024)
Taxonomy-eligible per
objective
Taxonomy-aligned per
objective
CCM 86.5% 50.3%
CCA 0% 0%
WTR 0% 0%
CE 0% 0%
PPC 0% 0%
BIO 0% 0%
Proportion of CapEx/Total CapEx (2024)
Taxonomy-eligible per
objective
Taxonomy-aligned per
objective
CCM 97.1% 64.4%
CCA 0% 0%
WTR 0% 0%
CE 0% 0%
PPC 0% 0%
BIO 0% 0%
OPEX Disclosure Exemption
Minimal Impact of Taxonomy Eligible OPEX
Approximately 11% of the gross OPEX amounts correspond to
reinvoiced charges (only net OPEX are born by URW due to vacancy),
from which 5% of net amounts are deducted as taxonomy eligible OPEX.
This minimal percentage highlights the non-significant impact of these
expenses on the overall financial performance and reporting.
Non-Core Nature of OPEX
URW’s business model is predominantly CAPEX-oriented, focusing on
long-term capital investments rather than operational expenditures.
Additionally, the OPEX amounts are substantially lower compared to
the Net Rental Income (NRI) and Gross Rental Income (GRI) generated
by URW. This further underscores the non-core nature of OPEX in the
context of URW’s business activities and financial reporting.
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(a) The Code cons titutes the abbreviation of the relevant objective to which the economic ac tivity is eligible to make a substantial contri bu tion, as well as the Section numbe r of the activity in the relevant Annex
coveringtheobjective,i.e.:
- ClimateChangeMitigation:CCM
- ClimateChangeAdaptation:CCA
- WaterandMarineResources:WTR
- CircularEconomy:CE
- PollutionPreventionandControl:PPC
- Biodiversityandecosystems :BIO
TURNOVER
Codes
(a)
(2)
Turnover
(3)
k EUR
Proportion of
turnover
(4)
%
Substantial contribution criteria DNSH criteria (Do No Significant Harm)
Minimum
safeguards
(17)
Y/N
Taxonomy
aligned
proportion
of turnover,
year N-1
(18)
%
Category
enabling
activity
(19)
E
Category
transitional
activity)
(20)
T
Climate
change
mitigation
(5)
Y; N; N/EL
Climate
change
adaptation
(6)
Y; N; N/EL
Water
(7)
Y; N; N/EL
Pollution
(8)
Y; N; N/EL
Circular
economy
(9)
Y; N; N/EL
Biodiversity
(10)
Y; N; N/EL
Climate
change
mitigation
(11)
Y/N
Climate
change
adaptation
(12)
Y/N
Water
(13)
Y/N
Pollution
(14)
Y/N
Circular
economy
(15)
Y/N
Biodiversity
(16)
Y/N
Economic activities
(1)
A. TAXONOMY-ELIGIBLE ACTIVITIES
A.1 Environmentally sustainable activities (Taxonomy-aligned)
Acquisition and ownership of buildings
CCM7.7 1,639,186 50.3% Y N/EL N/EL N/EL N/EL N/EL Y Y Y Y Y Y Y 50.3%
Turnover of environmentally
sustainable activities
(Taxonomy-aligned) (A.1)
  1,639,186 50.3% 50.3% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% Y Y Y Y Y Y Y 50.3%
of which Enabling 0 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% – – – – – – – N/A
of which Transitional 0 0% 0% – – – – – – – N/A
A.2 Taxonomy-Eligible but not environmentally sustainable activities (not Taxonomy-aligned activities)
EL;N/EL EL;N/EL EL;N/EL EL;N/EL EL;N/EL EL;N/EL
Acquisition and ownership of buildings CCM7.7 1, 176,74 3 36.1% EL N/EL N/EL N/EL N/EL N/EL
Turnover of Taxonomy-eligible but not
environmentally sustainable activities
(not Taxonomy-aligned activities) (A.2)
  1, 17 6 ,74 3 36 .1% 36.1% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0%
A. Turnover of Taxonomy
eligible activities (A.1+A.2)   2,815,929 86.5% 86.5% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0%
B. TAXONOMY NON-ELIGIBLE ACTIVITIES
Turnover of Taxonomy non-eligible
activities 440,117 13.5%
Total (A+B) 3,256,046 100.0%
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CAPEX
Codes
(a)
(2)
CAPEX
(3)
k EUR
Proportion of
CAPEX
(4)
%
Substantial contribution criteria DNSH criteria (Do No Significant Harm)
Minimum
safeguards
(17)
Y/N
Taxonomy
aligned
proportion
of CAPEX,
year N-1
(18)
%
Category
enabling
activity
(19)
E
Category
transitional
activity
(20)
T
Climate
change
mitigation
(5)
Y; N; N/EL
Climate
change
adaptation
(6)
Y; N; N/EL
Water
(7)
Y; N; N/EL
Pollution
(8)
Y; N; N/EL
Circular
economy
(9)
Y; N; N/EL
Biodiversity
(10)
Y; N; N/EL
Climate
change
mitigation
(11)
Y/N
Climate
change
adaptation
(12)
Y/N
Water
(13)
Y/N
Pollution
(14)
Y/N
Circular
economy
(15)
Y/N
Biodiversity
(16)
Y/N
Economic activities
(1)
A. TAXONOMY-ELIGIBLE ACTIVITIES
A.1 Environmentally sustainable
activities (Taxonomy-aligned)
Renovation of existing buildings
CCM7.2 1,868 0.1% Y N/EL N/EL N/EL N N/EL Y Y Y Y Y Y Y 4.8% T
Installation, maintenance and repair of
energy efficiency equipment
CCM7.3 6,842  0.4% Y N/EL N/EL N/EL N/EL N/EL Y Y Y Y Y Y Y 0.3% E
Installation, maintenance and repair of
instruments and devices for measuring,
regulation and controlling energy
performance of buildings
CCM7.5 4,215 0.2% Y N/EL N/EL N/EL N/EL N/EL Y Y Y Y Y Y Y 0.1% E
Installation, maintenance and repair of
renewable energy technologies
CCM7.6 5 66 0.0% Y N/EL N/EL N/EL N/EL N/EL Y Y Y Y Y Y Y 0.0% E
Acquisition and ownership of buildings
CCM7.7 1,213,43 8 63.6% Y N/EL N/EL N/EL N/EL N/EL Y Y Y Y Y Y Y 7 7. 4%
CapEx of environmentally sustainable
activities (Taxonomy-aligned) (A.1)
 
 1,226,929  64.3% 64 .3% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% – – – – – – – 82.6%  
of which Enabling
11,623 0.6% 0.6% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% – – – – – – – 0.4% E
of which Transitional
1,868 0.1% 0.1% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% – – – – – – – 4.8% T
A.2 Taxonomy-Eligible but not environmentally sustainable activities (not Taxonomy-aligned activities)
EL;N/EL EL;N/EL EL;N/EL EL;N/EL EL;N/EL EL;N/EL
Renovation of existing buildings CE3.2/
CCM7.2
–  EL N/EL N/EL N/EL EL N/EL 0.0%
Installation, maintenance and repair of
energy efficiency equipment
CCM7.3 – EL N/EL N/EL N/EL N/EL N/EL 0.0%
Installation, maintenance and repair of
instruments and devices for measuring,
regulation and controlling energy
performance of buildings
CCM7.5 – EL N/EL N/EL N/EL N/EL N/EL 0.0%
Installation, maintenance and repair of
renewable energy technologies
CCM7.6 – EL N/EL N/EL N/EL N/EL N/EL 0.0%
Acquisition and ownership of buildings
CCM7.7 624,727 32.8% EL N/EL N/EL N/EL N/EL N /EL 13.1%
CapEx of eligible not Taxonomy-aligned
activities (A.2)
 
 624,727  32.8% 32.8% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 13.1%
A. CapEx of Taxonomy
eligible activities (A.1+A.2)  
 1,851,655  97. 1% 97. 1% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 95.7%
B. TAXONOMY NON-ELIGIBLE ACTIVITIES
CAPEX of Taxonomy-non-eligible activities
 55,050  2.9%
TOTAL (A + B)
 1,906,705  100.0%
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OPEX
Codes
(a)
(2)
OpEx
(3)
k EUR
Proportion
of OpEx
(4)
%
Substantial contribution criteria DNSH criteria (Do No Significant Harm)
Minimum
safeguards
(17)
Y/N
Taxonomy
aligned
proportion
of turnover,
year N-1
(18)
%
Category
enabling
activity
(19)
E
Category
transitional
activity
(20)
T
Climate
change
mitigation
(5)
Y; N; N/EL
Climate
change
adaptation
(6)
Y; N; N/EL
Water
(7)
Y; N; N/EL
Pollution
(8)
Y; N; N/EL
Circular
economy
(9)
Y; N; N/EL
Biodiversity
(10)
Y; N; N/EL
Climate
change
mitigation
(11)
Y/N
Climate
change
adaptation
(12)
Y/N
Water
(13)
Y/N
Pollution
(14)
Y/N
Circular
economy
(15)
Y/N
Biodiversity
(16)
Y/N
Economic activities
(1)
A. TAXONOMY-ELIGIBLE ACTIVITIES
A.1 Environmentally sustainable
activities (Taxonomy-aligned)
Acquisition and ownership of buildings CCM7.7 0 0% Y N/EL N/EL N/EL N/EL N/EL Y Y Y Y Y Y Y 5 7.8 %
OpEx of environmentally sustainable
activities (Taxonomy-aligned) (A.1)
0 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% Y Y Y Y Y Y Y 57.8%
of which Enabling 0 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% – – – – – – – – E
of which Transitional 0 0% 0% – – – – – - – – T
A.2 Taxonomy-Eligible but not environmentally sustainable activities (not Taxonomy-aligned activities)
EL;N/EL EL;N/EL EL;N/EL EL;N/EL EL;N/EL EL;N/EL
Acquisition and ownership of buildings CCM7.7 0 0% EL N/EL N/EL N/EL N/ EL N/EL 40.4%
OPEX of Taxonomy-eligible but not
environmentally sustainable activities
(not Taxonomy-aligned activities) (A.2)
0 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 40.4%
A. OpEx of Taxonomy
eligible activities (A.1+A.2) 0 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 98.2%
B. TAXONOMY-NON-ELIGIBLE ACTIVITIES
OpEx of Taxonomy-noneligible activities
 1,413,139,701  100.0%
TOTAL (A + B)
 1,413,139,701  100.0%
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Comment on 2024 alignment figures including
non-eligible activities
URW’s CAPEX alignment share is mainly driven by its development
projects, including on assets already present in the standing portfolio.
The decrease on CAPEX alignment compared to 2023 is mainly due to
the acquisition of the remaining 50% stake in Westfield Montgomery in
2024.
The broadening of the screened perimeter, the update of the Energy
Performance Certificates, the improvement of the energy performance
of its portfolio and the evolution of benchmarks considered for the
analysis in 2024 contributed to the maintaining of the share of aligned
revenues despite asset disposals and the increase in eligible/non-
aligned revenues of C&E activity.
Nevertheless, the EU Taxonomy alignment figures need to be analysed
carefully in light of the applicable alignment criteria and do not
necessarily reflect the absolute environmental performance of URW’s
portfolio.
For example on standing assets for the climate mitigation objective, as
the assessment of alignment is based on relative comparisons to local
regulations and benchmarks which are more stringent in some
countries than in others, rather than on absolute terms of performance,
some assets with a better energy intensity can be considered as “not
aligned” while less performing assets are “aligned”.
URW has expended its analysis by collecting additional data on assets
that URW owns but does not directly manage, and by using a benchmark
to screen the portfolio of Convention and Exhibition centres to reduce
the portion of eligible turnover that cannot be screened.
The development projects that have been considered not aligned are
mainly projects in the US where there are no equivalents to the EU
Taxonomy TSC which are based exclusively on EU regulations and
standards.
More information on the translation of the EU Taxonomy screening
criteria to URW’s portfolio and its limitations is given in the next section.
NB: URW has issued green bonds with the purpose of financing EU
Taxonomy-aligned activities in 2024. Therefore, the adjusted aligned
CAPEX KPI
(1)
is 51.1%. There is no impact on the calculation for
revenues.
Comment on 2024 alignment figures among
eligible activities
Taxonomy alignment figures presented in the summary table below
have been calculated on the basis of eligible activities
(2)
. Two
consolidation methodologies have been applied: assets consolidated in
compliance with the IFRS accounting standards using the equity
method, and assets consolidated in the proportionate methodology
including also joint-controlled entities, in order to valorise the alignment
of assets in URW’s portfolio that are not accounted for in the IFRS
methodology as well. In this specific table, revenue lines corresponding
to charges reinvoiced to the tenants (service charges income) have been
excluded from numerators and denominators as they are balanced by
charges in URW accounts. All URW activities aligned presented here
below contribute substantially to the objective of climate change
mitigation.
Alignment figures show that among eligible activities, URW has more
than 66% of its CAPEX and more than half of its revenues considered as
aligned with the EU Taxonomy environmental objectives. URW’s
turnover alignment share is both driven by its standing assets and the
revenues derived from development projects on standing assets, as
58% of its eligible revenues are already aligned with the climate change
mitigation objective.
URW activity (Taxonomy code)
Alignment figures (among the total eligible activities) – IFRS
Alignment figures (among the total eligible activities) –
Proportionate
% Revenues % CAPEX % OPEX % Revenues % CAPEX % OPEX
Standing assets (7.7) 57.3% 17.6% n/a 60.6% 18.8% n/a
Development projects (7.7) 0.9% 47.9% n/a 26.2% 46.8% n/a
Major renovations (7.2) 0% 0.1% n/a 0% 0% n/a
Development for 3rd parties (7.1) 0% 0% n/a 0% 0% n/a
Individual measures (7.3 to 7.6) n/a 0.6% n/a n/a 0.6% n/a
TOTAL 58.2% 66.3% n/a 86.8% 65.7% n/a
(1) The numerator and denominator have been restated.
(2) These figures have been calculated on a voluntary basis to provide an additional layer of analysis for URW’s taxonomy figures.
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Environmental technical screening criteria
The Annexes I and II to the Commission Delegated Regulation (EU)
2020/852 of June 4, 2021, and the Annex III to the Commission
Delegated Regulation (EU) 2023/2486 June 27, 2023, supplementing
the EU Taxonomy lay down the environmental TSC to be complied with
for each eligible activity to be considered aligned with the 6 objectives.
These criteria are twofold: criteria for checking the substantial
contribution of activities to each environmental objective, and criteria
for making sure these activities DNSH to all the other environmental
objectives. Since the Delegated Acts have been published, URW teams
have worked intensively to translate the regulatory criteria into
applicable elements for its own operations and for all its geographical
locations, in close coordination with industry groups (EPRA, FEI, FACT,
etc.). EU Taxonomy-eligible activities indeed cover a very broad scope of
URW activities, but this does not presume the relevance or
practicability of the TSC to be applied to all these activities. For
example, many of them cannot be screened based on the current
published TSC without having recourse to additional information
sources (local regulation, industry benchmarks from sectorial private
organisations, etc.) or using proxies. Many examples of this situation can
be given such as:
• The application to the Group US portfolio of shopping centres, the
TSC being based exclusively on EU regulations and standards;
• The lack of availability of some standard elements mentioned by the
TSC, such as locally endorsed benchmarks to determine the top 15%
of the building stock for commercial properties, and European or
French sectoral benchmarks to determine the top 15% of the building
stock for asset types in URW’s portfolio such as Convention &
Exhibition centres; or
• The limited accessibility of data and levers to report and improve on
TSC for part of the required scope, such as for assets that URW owns
but does not manage (e.g. hotel assets) or for the assets that URW
operates but does not own (e.g. concession contracts) or partially
owns.
Below is a summary of the TSC criteria for substantial contribution to
climate change mitigation applied by URW for each category of its
eligible activities, across all its portfolio:
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Substantial contribution to climate change mitigation
RENOVATION OF EXISTING BUILDINGS (7.2) ACQUISITION & OWNERSHIP OF BUILDINGS (7.7)
Compliance with requirements for major renovations set in the Energy
Performance of Buildings Directive (“EPBD”)
• Compliance with local regulation
For buildings built before 31 December, 2020: Energy Performance
Certificate (“EPC”) class A
• Applicable to all countries of URW’s portfolio except for Germany, Poland
(no letter-based grade levels available in local regulation) and the US (no
applicable equivalent in local regulation)
OR OR
Reduction of PED of at least 30% (in max. 3 years)
• -30% compared with the initial PED based on an energy audit
For buildings built before 31 December, 2020: Building is within the top
15% of the national or regional building stock expressed as operational
PED
• Application of locally endorsed benchmarks in France, Denmark and the US
(provided mainly by local real estate associations)
• Application of a publicly released European-wide coverage benchmark for
other countries: using country-level values where they exist (in the UK,
Germany, Spain, and Benelux) and a European-level value for the remaining
countries
For buildings built after 31 December 2020, same criteria as defined for
“Construction”
• Primary Energy Demand (“PED”) 10% lower than national Nearly Zero
Energy Building (“NZEB”) requirements
- Applicable to all URW projects subject to thermal regulation
- -10% compared with the PED threshold contained in the national energy
regulation at the time of the building permit application
- Exception in countries with advanced national energy regulation where
the simple respect of the regulation is enough, as in France with RE2020,
following discussions with the relevant ministry
• Testing for air-tightness and thermal integrity and disclosure of deviations
- Based on effective studies for projects in the construction phase or upon
completion
- Based on contractual commitment for projects in the design phase
(projects not mature enough for implementing these tests)
• Calculation of lifecycle Global Warming Potential (GWP) of the building for
each stage
- Application of URW internal Life Cycle Assessment methodology aligned
with EN 15978
AND
For large non-residential building (HVAC systems’ rated output of over
290 kW): efficiently operated through energy performance monitoring
and assessment
• Screening performed for all aligned assets in URW’s portfolio
• Covered through energy consumption monitoring tools, Building
Management Systems, and maintenance contacts including energy
management
Substantial contribution to climate change adaptation
In application of the specifications mentioned in FAQ 2022/C 385/01
and Delegated Regulation (EU) 2023/2485 of 27 June 2023 amending
Delegated Regulation (EU) 2021/2139 of the European Commission,
URW has screened its substantial contribution to the objective of
climate change adaptation, considering as eligible and aligned with that
objective only the CAPEX linked to the adaptation plans to reduce the
most important physical climate risks that are material to its assets.
These plans are implemented as a result of the climate risk and
vulnerability assessment conducted on its assets in compliance with
Appendix A of the Taxonomy Delegated Acts, which is described
hereafter. No such CAPEX have been reported in 2024.
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Substantial contribution to the transition to a circular economy
URW performed the screening of its alignment with the circular economy section of the EU Taxonomy (3.1. Construction of new buildings and 3.2.
Renovation of existing buildings) as the Group strived to translate and analyse all the TSC and DNSH for all its development projects
(1)
.
RENOVATION OF EXISTING BUILDINGS (3.2)
• All generated construction and demolition waste is treated in accordance with Union waste legislation and with the full checklist of the EU Construction
and Demolition Waste Management Protocol, in particular by setting sorting systems and pre-demolition audits. The preparing for re-use or recycling of the
non-hazardous construction and demolition waste generated on the construction site is at least 70% (by mass in kilogrammes), excluding backfilling.
The operator of the activity demonstrates compliance with the 70% threshold.
• The life cycle Global Warming Potential (GWP) of the building’s renovation works has been calculated for each stage in the life cycle, from the point of
renovation, and is disclosed to investors and clients on demand.
• Construction designs and techniques support circularity via the incorporation of concepts for design for adaptability and deconstruction.
• At least 50% of the original building is retained. This is to be calculated based on the gross external floor area retained from the original building using the
applicable national or regional measurement methodology, alternatively using the definition of ‘IPMS 1’ contained in the International Property Measurement
Standards.
• The use of primary raw material in the renovation of the building is minimised through the use of secondary raw materials. The operator of the activity ensures
that the three heaviest material categories that have been newly added to the building in the renovation of the building, measured by mass in kilogrammes
comply with the dedicated requirements
(1)
.
• The operator of the activity uses electronic tools to describe the characteristics of the building as built, including the materials and components used,
for the purpose of future maintenance, recovery, and reuse. The information is stored in a digital format and is made available to investors and clients on demand.
(1) (a) for the combined total of concrete, natural or agglomerated stone, a maximum of 70% (3.1) or 85% (3.2) of the material come from primary raw material;
(b) for the combined total of brick, tile, ceramic, a maximum of 70% (3.1) or 85% (3.2) of the material come from primary raw material;
(c) for bio-based materials, a maximum of 80% (3.1) or 90% (3.2) of the total material come from primary raw material;
(d) for the combined total of glass, mineral insulation, a maximum of 70% (3.1) or 85% (3.2) of the total material come from primary raw material;
(e) for non-biobased plastic, a maximum of 50% (3.1) or 75% (3.2) of the total material come from primary raw material;
(f) for metals, a maximum of 30% (3.1) or 65% (3.2) of the total material come from primary raw material;
(g) for gypsum, a maximum of 65% (3.1) or 83% (3.2)of the material come from primary raw material
Do no significant harm criteria
Adaptation to climate change
Pursuant to the release of the Climate Delegated Act specifying DNSH
criteria on adaptation to climate change, URW has updated in 2024 its
climate risk assessment study covering all of the Group’s standing
assets and development pipeline in Europe, the UK and the US (see
Section 3.2.2.2.4 Description of the process to identify and assess
material climate-related impacts, risks and opportunities). This update
was carried out in accordance with the DNSH criteria of the EU
Taxonomy. The following steps have been followed during the latest
climate risk assessments:
• The climate experts (external consultants) first performed a
screening of the climate-related perils among the ones listed in
Appendix A to the Annex I of the Climate Delegated Act to identify the
ones most material to the business, based on the type of activities,
equipment, materials and the geographical footprint of the portfolio.
Risk engineers and industry experts were consulted for feedback on
this screening. As a result, the following perils were considered
applicable: frost and cold waves, extreme heat, apparent
temperature, wildfire, cooling/heating needs, lightning, non-cyclonic
wind gusts and tornadoes, riverine flood, coastal flood, extreme
precipitations, hail, earthquake and landslide;
• For the climate-related perils considered as material, the experts
identified the most representative climate indicators from a
proprietary database of over 130 indicators. Climate indicator values
were retrieved for each asset, based on their location. Climate
models were then used by scientists to estimate the evolution of such
values due to climate change, according to different scenarios
aligned with the latest IPCC projections (see below);
• An exposure analysis was carried out on the entire URW portfolio,
identifying the buildings considered to be most exposed to climate-
related risks.
• A vulnerability analysis and an adaptation action plan to limit the
impact of potential risks were carried out on the most exposed
buildings, either by specialized external risk engineers, or by in-house
technical teams using an assessment tool specially designed with
external risk experts.
• The vulnerability analysis and adaptation action plans have also been
carried out on more than thirty buildings in 2024.
• As a follow-up to the risk and vulnerability assessment, risk
engineers and/or local asset teams have performed field visits aimed
at assessing the adequacy of adaptation measures already in place
and at identifying new measures to be implemented.
(1) It is not reflected in any of the tables in 2023.
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The climate scenarios selected by the experts to perform the climate
change related risk analysis up to mid-century (2050) are the SSP2-4.5
(“middle of the road”) and SSP5-8.5 (“pessimistic”) scenarios:
• SSP2-4.5 is in line with today’s climate policies and 2030 NDCs
targets; and
• SSP5-8.5 is the worst-case scenario selected, corresponding to the
maximum emissions modelled by the IPCC for a conservative risk
approach.
3 timeframes have been considered for the analysis, consistent with the
expected lifetime of the activity and the indications of the EU Taxonomy:
• Baseline: average between 1981 and 2010 values;
• 2030: average between 2015 and 2044 values; and
• 2050: average between 2035 and 2064 values.
Other DNSH criteria
For development projects classified in ownership of buildings (7.7),
there are no additional applicable DNSH criteria other than the one on
climate change adaptation. For refurbishments (7.2 and 3.2), the
analysis of the compliance with DNSH criteria other than climate
change adaptation has been done at project-level with 2 separated
workstreams depending on the status of the project:
• For ongoing projects: projects were screened and analysed in their
current development stage and, when possible, the technical criteria
and/or studies related to the DNSH on water, circular economy and
pollution prevention were added to the design specifications of the
project to ensure its future compliance. When the projects were too
advanced to change their design features, they have been considered
as “not aligned” with the EU Taxonomy DNSH criteria if these criteria
were not secured; and
• For new projects: an update of the Group design guidelines adding the
DNSH criteria on water, circular economy, climate change
adaptation and pollution prevention has been performed. As no
CAPEX have been reported to substantially contribute to the
objective of climate-change adaptation, the DNSH for climate change
mitigation have not been screened in 2024.
Individual measures
The Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2021/2178 of July 6, 2021,
translating Article 8 of the EU Taxonomy provides for the integration of
purchased “individual measures” in CAPEX and OPEX alignment figures
of non-aligned assets. Individual measures correspond to activities
purchased that enable the target activities to become low carbon or to
lead to GHG emissions reductions, notably activities listed in points 7.3
to 7.6 of Annex I to the Climate Delegated Act, such as the installation of
solar panels on a building rooftop. As part of its Better Places roadmap
and asset-level environmental action plans, URW plans investments in
all the aforementioned categories: energy efficiency equipment,
charging stations for EVs in buildings, instruments for measuring and
controlling energy performance of buildings, and renewable energy
technologies (see Section 3.2.2.2.2 Transition plan for climate change
mitigation).
• Substantial contribution: the compliance of the activities disclosed in
category 7.3 with the minimum requirements set for individual
components and systems in the applicable national measures
implementing Directive 2010/31/EU and the energy labels of energy
efficiency equipment have been checked where applicable (in the US
the regulatory equivalents have been looked at, and no label
screening has been performed as no such regulation exists); and
• DNSH: for individual measures installed in assets identified as most
vulnerable to physical climate risks, the materiality of the risk for that
measure has been assessed (based on equipment location, etc.) as
well as the coverage by the mitigation action plan where necessary.
In particular, for insulation materials, the compliance of local
regulation regarding asbestos with EU Taxonomy criteria has been
checked.
In 2024, URW’s individual measures stand for 0.6% of the Group CAPEX,
as presented in the alignment table at the top of this section.
Minimum safeguards
In addition to engaging in activities that are eligible and aligned with the
EU Taxonomy based on the environmental TSC, URW complies with the
4 aspects of the Minimum Safeguards (“MS”), as described in the
Article3 (c) and Article 18 of the EU Taxonomy Regulation and further
specified in the Final Report on Minimum Safeguards published in
October 2022 by the EU Platform on Sustainable Finance. URW’s
analysis actively considered the updated OECD Guidelines for
Multinational Enterprises.
Human rights
Regarding human rights guarantees and due diligence in its own
workforce, ethics and respect for human rights are among the core
values of the Group. URW is strictly committed to upholding all
fundamental individual rights and labour rights protections, as
underpinned by its Human Rights Policy
(1)
(see Section 3.2.3.1.3 Policies
related to own workforce and Section 3.2.3.2.3 Policies related to value
chain workers), as well as safeguarding the H&S and the well-being of
its employees through enforced internal frameworks such as a
dedicated Group framework for H&S risk management, URW’s Health
and Safety Statement, and the Group’s Your Wellbeing framework (see
Section 3.2.3.1.3 Policies related to own workforce and Section 3.2.3.2.3
Policies related to value chain workers). URW only operates in countries
with high standards of human rights protections and the infringement
of human rights in its own workforce has not been identified as a
material risk factor in the Group’s risk assessment (see Section 6.2.1
Ratings of the main specific risk factors). Yet, and as a safeguard,
internal procedures are in place to anticipate, identify and prevent any
infringement on employees’ human rights and freedoms. These include,
for instance, clear rules against any form of discrimination along with
anti-harassment and anti-bullying practices including a whistleblowing
hotline accessible 24/7 to all employees. The Group indeed stands
against racism, discrimination, and bias of any kind, striving to ensure
that everyone feels equally welcome and embraced. These principles
are clearly stated in the Group Code of Ethics applicable to all
employees
(1)
. The Group has a zero-tolerance principle for violations of
these rules (see Section 2.4.1 Ethics and compliance: a daily and
essential requirement).
(1) See URW’s website for the latest version of the document.
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URW makes sure to cultivate a sound work environment in which
employees thrive (see Section 3.2.3.1.3 Policies related to own
workforce). In particular, the Group’s Be You at URW framework aims to
fully embed URW’s commitment to ensure equal opportunities and
greater diversity and inclusion across the business (see Section
3.2.3.1.3 Policies related to own workforce).
URW equally cares about the protection of human rights in its value
chain, and tackles this issue through the implementation of a due
diligence process that identifies sustainability risks (including social
and human rights risks) across its different purchasing categories and
addresses them through mitigation actions (see Section 3.2.3.2.3
Policies related to value chain workers). For example, main tenders are
subject to a “Know your partner” screening process, and all contracts
require the acceptance of the Group’s General Purchasing Conditions,
including provisions on human rights and labour standards based on the
International Labour Organization (“ILO”) conventions and international
human rights standards. In 2023, URW raised the human rights, labour
standards and H&S standards applicable to its suppliers by rolling-out a
Responsible Purchasing Charter, which is in line with the principles
outlined in the United Nations Global Compact (“UNGC”), the United
Nations Guiding Principles for Business and Human Rights (“UNGP”),
and the OECD Guidelines for Multinational Enterprises. The gradual
phases of the document’s roll-out aim at covering purchases for all
controlled activities and subsidiaries, in every country where URW
operates.
Specifically for the UK, URW enforces a scoring matrix as part of its
Modern Slavery due diligence, complemented by a dedicated
questionnaire to assess suppliers against multiple criteria related to
subcontractors, modern slavery and labour rights. The Group aims to
continuously raise the level of vigilance and strengthen its procedures
to identify, prevent, mitigate and remedy any human right impact in its
supply chain.
Bribery/corruption
The Group has implemented robust internal mechanisms to anticipate,
monitor and counter any risks of engaging in practices that could
amount to corruption or bribery, such as the Anti-Corruption
Programme (“ACP”), the Anti-Money Laundering Programme, and the
Group Code of Ethics. Additionally, all employees (including part-time
employees) and contractors, to the extent applicable to their mission,
are trained to identify and distinguish situations that could be
associated with corruption, with a clear communication of our zero-
tolerance principle for any violation. For further information on the
Group’s policies and commitments against corruption, bribery and
fraud, please refer to Section 2.4 Ethics and compliance within the URW
Group, and sub-section "Regulatory and compliance" in Section 6.2.2.5
Category #5: legal and regulatory risks.
Combatting tax evasion
The business strategy of URW consists of creating value with its real
estate portfolio over the long term. The tax policy of the Group is
completely integrated into this long-term plan and is consistent with
the normal course of its business operations. In 2024, the Groupe
operated 67 shopping centres in 11 different countries, in Continental
Europe the UK, and the US. The Group does not use investment routes
through non-cooperative countries
(1)
or territories to locate income in
low tax jurisdictions.
The Group complies with the spirit and the letter of tax law and
regulations. The Group’s tax policy, URW’s Approach to Tax, which is
published on its website and is regularly updated, describes the
principles governing URW’s approach to tax and the processes in place
to ensure efficiency of these principles. In essence, the tax position of
URW reflects the geographical location of its real estate portfolio and is
consistent with the normal course of its business operations. The tax
strategy and tax risks are followed and monitored by a team of internal
and external experts and discussed with an internal committee whose
members include the Chief Executive Officer and the Chief Financial
Officer, the Group’s auditors, the Group’s Audit Committee and the
Group’s Supervisory Board. The aim of the Group is to operate the
business with low levels of tax risks. This is being done by ensuring that
the tax consequences of arrangements entered into are being
understood, including the way those arrangements will likely be viewed
by relevant tax authorities. Only arrangements that are considered as
acceptable to the relevant tax authorities are implemented.
URW complies with tax transparency regulations such as the European
DAC 6 (Directive on Administrative Cooperation, as amended for the
sixth time), the US FATCA (Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act) and
CRS (Common Reporting Standard) and files its fiscal Country-by-
Country Report with the French tax authorities.
Further information on URW’s approach to tax is available on our
website at the following link: https://www.urw.com/investors/tax-
information.
Tax footprint
URW is a publicly traded Group dedicated to investing in commercial
real estate across Europe and the US. Many countries have adopted
laws on local tax transparency to encourage long-term investment in
real estate. These regimes subject the Group to distribution
obligations
(2)
. Based on the tax transparency regimes, the profits made
are taxed at the shareholder level directly, instead of at the level of the
Group. URW promotes the concept of a global real estate investment
regime that would allow for mutual recognition and a fair share of tax
revenues between the countries where the properties are located,
through withholding tax payments, and the countries where
shareholders are located, through income tax payments. URW also
believes that the tax transparency regimes for real estate contribute to
a responsible and sustainable approach to taxation by creating
conditions for long-term investment and win-win partnerships between
local communities and the real estate industry.
(1) Non-cooperative countries or territories are usually defined as countries or territories refusing to adhere to international tax good governance standards.
(2) See note 8.1.3 Tax regimes to the consolidated financial information in Section 5.2 Notes to the consolidated financial statements, for an overview on these regimes.
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The tax position of URW reflects the geographical location of its
activities. The Group declares profits and pays taxes where its activities
are carried out. This translates into payments to local or national tax
authorities of corporate income tax, business taxes and taxes withheld
on dividend payments
(1)
.
The Group’s tax position mirrors the location of its investments.
Considering its €50 Bn portfolio and the fact that holding real estate
assets requires it to pay property taxes, URW pays significant amounts
of taxes. Significant tax payments are also made to local authorities
upon investment and divestment transactions, although this will vary as
it depends on the number and size of transactions completed during a
particular year. In addition, URW and its tenants in the Group’s shopping
centres employ many people locally who contribute significant
amounts in taxes and social charges.
In 2024, on a proportionate basis, the subsidiaries of the URW Group
paid €309 Mn of local taxes and social contributions. The below
geographic breakdown does not include income taxes, which are
reported in note 8.2 in Section 5.2 Notes to the consolidated financial
statements.
GEOGRAPHIC BREAKDOWN OF TAXES AND SOCIAL
CONTRIBUTIONS PAID IN 2024
Fair competition
The Group implements policies to anticipate and avoid engaging in any
practice that could amount to a violation of fair competition and
antitrust regulations (see Section 6.2.2.5 Category #5: legal and
regulatory risks). Most exposed employees are educated in and are
expected to comply with all competition and anti-trust laws as well as
internal policies such as the Code of Ethics. Potential anti-trust
violations and competition- related risks are identified through a
dedicated process involving legal and compliance teams before and
during any acquisition procedure of an asset (see sub-section "Mergers
& Acquisitions, investment and divestment" in Section 6.2.2.1 Category
#1: business sector and operational risks). URW fully cooperates with
local authorities to preserve market integrity. 2 situations requiring
special attention are still monitored by local legal teams: Viparis
subsidiary in France exercising a significant leadership on exhibition
centres in the Greater Paris area, with a strict supervision process by
the French General Directorate for Fair Trading, Consumer Affairs and
Fraud Control (“DGCCRF”) and the Zlote Tarasy Complex in Poland
which is an asset URW does not directly manage because of the
restrictions imposed by Polish authorities to preserve fair competition in
the Warsaw area (see “Zlote Tarasy complex” paragraph in Note 6.4.1
Description of the main associates accounted for using the equity
method in Section 5.2 Notes to the consolidated financial statements).
URW liability and absence of convictions
URW has developed an internal tracking methodology to scan news
outlets and relevant platforms to identify whether the Group is involved
in any ongoing litigation or proceeding. URW has not been convicted for
any human rights or modern slavery violations. None of the OECD
National Contact Points
(2)
(“NCP”) received a referral concerning URW,
and the Group was not identified in any allegation on the Business and
Human Rights Resource Centre’s (“BHRRC”) website
(3)
. URW has not
been assigned or convicted for any offence related anti-trust
regulations or corruption. URW has never been found guilty of tax
evasion in any of the countries it operates in.
(1) See note 8.2 Income tax expenses to the consolidated financial information in Section 5.2 Notes to the consolidated financial statements.
(2) Please refer to the following website: https://mneguidelines.oecd.org/database/?hf=10&b=0&q=unibail-rodamco-westfield.
(3) Please refer to the following website: https://www.business-humanrights.org/en/companies/unibail/.
29% United States
3% Poland
2% The Netherlands
1% Denmark
1% Austria
1% Czech Republic
40% France
8% United
Kingdom
4% Sweden
4% Spain
5%
Germany
0.1% Slovakia
0.5% Italy
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Nuclear and fossil gas related activities
Nuclear energy-related activities
1.
The undertaking carries out, funds or has exposures to research, development, demonstration and deployment of innovative electricity generation
facilities that produce energy from nuclear processes with minimal waste from the fuel cycle.
NO
2.
The undertaking carries out, funds or has exposures to construction and safe operation of new nuclear installations to produce electricity or process heat,
including for the purposes of district heating or industrial processes such as hydrogen production, as well as their safety upgrades, using best available
technologies.
NO
3.
The undertaking carries out, funds or has exposures to safe operation of existing nuclear installations that produce electricity or process heat, including
for the purposes of district heating or industrial processes such as hydrogen production from nuclear energy, as well as their safety upgrades.
NO
Fossil gas related activities
4.
The undertaking carries out, funds or has exposures to construction or operation of electricity generation facilities that produce electricity using fossil
gaseous fuels.
NO
5.
The undertaking carries out, funds or has exposures to construction, refurbishment, and operation of combined heat/cool and power generation facilities
using fossil gaseous fuels.
NO
6.
The undertaking carries out, funds or has exposures to construction, refurbishment and operation of heat generation facilities that produce heat/cool
using fossil gaseous fuels.
NO
3.2.3 Social information
3.2.3.1 Own workforce (ESRS S1)
3.2.3.1.1 Interests and views of stakeholders (ESRS
2 SBM-2)
To understand how URW actively considers the views of its employees,
please see Section 3.2.1.3.1 Strategy, business model and value chain,
and Section 3.2.1.3.3 Material impacts, risks and opportunities and their
interaction with strategy and business model.
3.2.3.1.2 Material impacts, risks and opportunities
and their interaction with strategy and
business model (ESRS 2 SBM-3)
Please see Sections 3.2.1.4.1 Description of the process to identify and
assess material impacts, risks and opportunities, and 6.1.2 Group
Enterprise Risk Management framework, respectively for more detailed
information on the double materiality analysis and the risk identification
process.
As explained in Section 3.2.1.3.1 Strategy, business model and value
chain, and Section 3.2.1.3.3 Material impacts, risks and opportunities
and their interaction with strategy and business model, URW recognises
that its workforce is a key asset and the IROs associated with it are
closely linked to the Company’s strategy and business model. URW has
not identified any risk with regards to the respect for human rights,
including labour rights in countries where the Group operates.
For more information on the components of the Group’s workforce,
please refer to Section 3.2.3.1.8 Characteristics of the undertaking’s
employees.
For more information on URW’s limited exposure to (based on the
findings of the Global Slavery Index) and policies to prevent child labour
and forced labour in its operations, including its workforce, please refer
to the sub-Section “Modern Slavery” in Section 3.2.3.2.3.1 Human Rights
(Section 3.2.3.2.3 Policies related to value chain workers).
3.2.3.1.3 Policies related to own workforce
(ESRSS1-1)
URW's human rights policies are in line with URW's Human Rights
Policy, which strives to promote international standards such as the
International Bill of Human Rights, the UNGP or the OECD Guidelines for
Responsible Business Conduct. For employees, the Integrity Line is open
for reporting negative incidents, and Human Resources Directors
ensure that communication remains open with potentially affected
communities, helping to identify the correct remediation measures
when needed.
The Group affirms an unwavering commitment to ethical business
practices through the introduction of a comprehensive Social Policy.
This framework embodies dedication to human rights, responsible
labour practices, and the creation of a workplace that champions
diversity, inclusion and safety. By adopting and implementing these
principles, URW meets and exceeds the expectations of stakeholders
and contributes to positive societal change.
In particular, the Group has policies related to:
• DEI;
• Training and development;
• Social dialogue (at local or European levels); and
• Health, safety and security "HSS".
These policies are applicable to all employees Group-wide, under the
supervision of the Group People Officer (and the Group Director of Risk
Management for HSS). They are always available to employees on the
Group intranet.
URW’s culture and values
In 2024, URW launched a new employer value proposition "EVP":
“Create more, Achieve more, Dare more” celebrating the Group’s
culture of excellence and passion. The EVP highlights URW as a place
where ambition meets expectation and excitement meets commitment,
and where passionate and creative enthusiasts come together to make
urban regeneration, and the transformation of retail, happen.
With the EVP, the Group fosters the sense of belonging of the
employees, by giving a common view of our culture. For this, a "culture
playbook" available on our intranet for all employees have been
developed. It also engages employees by having them participate to
recruiting events or share their experience at URW on social media
(mostly LinkedIn).
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URW’s EVP builds upon URW’s fundamentals as a Group, including the
Company’s Together at URW values.These values represent the shared
principles which guide our individual and collective actions, the
excellence in the Group’s standards as a high-performance Company
and culture, and the entrepreneurial spirit the Group sees as necessary
to capture opportunity going forward.
Employee performance continues to be evaluated in the context of each
value (see sub-Section "The People Performance Programme"):
• BOLDNESS – We operate with an ambitious vision;
• EXCELLENCE – We deliver positive and sustainable impact;
• TEAMWORK – We unite diverse talent to succeed;
• ETHICS – We build on trust and transparency;
• PASSION – We love what we achieve together; and
• OWNERSHIP – We are action-oriented and accountable.
Human rights and labour conditions
As expressed in its Human Rights Policy and its Health and Safety
Statement (latest version available on UACPRW’s website
(1)
, URW is
committed to upholding the highest standards of human rights and
labour rights protections. URW complies with the core conventions and
labour standards set by the ILO and is aligned with the OECD Guidelines
for Multinational Enterprises, setting the standard for responsible
business conduct and respect for human rights in the Group’s global
operations. The Group only operates in countries where social
regulations are well developed through democratic frameworks.
Internally, specific frameworks set up by the Group define and manage
additional rules that reinforce employee rights and endorse respect and
ethical conduct in business dealings (collective agreements, Integrity
Line, Code of Ethics, Compliance Book, ACP, etc.). The Group operates in
the European Union, the UK and the US, which offer strict human rights
protections. These jurisdictions have stringent regulations and
standards that the Group adheres to, ensuring the rights of all
individuals involved in its operations are respected and protected.
URW’s proactive approach and adherence to these high standards,
complemented by URW’s Human Rights Policy and Anti-Slavery and
Human Trafficking Policy, have enabled the Group to maintain a robust
human rights record.
Since 2004, URW has been a member of the UNGC, which promotes
ethical conduct and fundamental moral values in business. URW strives
to adopt, support and apply in its sphere of influence the 10 principles of
the UNGC concerning human rights, labour, environment and anti-
corruption. URW complies with the respective Australian and UK
Modern Slavery Acts. As clearly outlined in its UK and Group Modern
Slavery Statements (see www.urw.com), URW strictly prohibits any
form of forced labour or child labour in any part of its business
operations or supply chain, with dedicated due diligence mechanisms.
Regular audits and continuous improvement efforts across the Group’s
supply chain demonstrate indeed URW’s dedication to transparency
and ethical labour practices. For more information, please see Section
3.2.3.2.3 Policies related to value chain workers.
Occupational Health, Safety and Security (HSS)
As explained in URW’s Health and Safety Statement, H&S is prioritised
and integrated into all aspects of the Company’s planning and
operations. To this end, URW continually strives to promote a culture of
wellness, achieve regulatory compliance and improve existing
practices.
URW’s commitment to H&S is reflected in various robust initiatives
including the access to physical and mental wellness programmes and
healthcare resources for employees, as well as information and training
to empower and educate employees at all levels regarding H&S. Every
year a recap of these programmes is presented to social partners,
specifically regarding health programmes. Moreover, a well-being
Group-wide action plan is currently being prepared in partnership with
social partners. In addition, responses related to a specific well-being
question that employees were asked as part of URW’s annual objective-
setting process were analysed, and high-level themes were presented
to and shared with local HR teams.
More targeted measures also exist at local levels, such as occupational
health (medical examinations of employees in accordance with legal
requirements) and an anonymous and free psychological helpline.
Headquarters in URW’s countries of operations are making strides to
enhance workplace ergonomics, aiming to improve the in-office
experience and well-being of employees. By focusing on ergonomic
design, they seek to create a more comfortable and supportive work
environment. These efforts highlight URW’s dedication to fostering a
positive workplace culture, helping employees feel more at ease and
productive in their daily tasks.
The most material risks identified by URW are related to construction
sites and operated assets, for more information, please see Section
3.2.3.2.3 Policies related to value chain workers.
Diversity, equity and inclusion
The Group stands for a fair overall outcome that rewards individual and
collective performance and does not discriminate on race, gender,
nationality or any other personal criteria.
Diversity and inclusion form a key part of the Group’s Better Places
roadmap. With representation in 11 countries and 2 continents, URW
welcomes employees from different parts of the world, from diverse
cultures and backgrounds to build successful and inclusive teams. To
build a safe and supportive environment, the Group diffuses diversity
and inclusion topics to all employees to create an inclusive culture. Part
of their onboarding path, every newcomer is invited to attend a webinar
on “Supporting inclusion at URW”. The Group ensures that several
sessions are proposed per year.
(1) See Policies at https://www.urw.com/en/csr/csr-documents
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First, URW commits to ensuring full equal opportunities in HR practices
and processes Group-wide. This target has been achieved as 100% of
URW regions ensure full equal opportunities in their HR practices and
processes since 2019 by having the URW Equal Opportunity Statement
included in formalised HR policies relating to recruitment practices,
compensation and benefits, talent reviews, and learning and
development. The URW Equal Opportunity Statement ensures that the
HR policy and processes are applied without discrimination on the basis
of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital
status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service status,
citizenship, involvement in employee representative bodies or other
protected characteristics.
URW also developed the Be You at URW framework which aims to fully
embed the Group’s commitment to drive even greater diversity and
inclusion across the business. This approach focuses on 4 pillars
(Leadership and Commitment, Inclusion Policies and Performance,
Culture and Employee Engagement and Employee Development and
Learning).
Leadership and Commitment
• In line with recognising the importance of DEI governance, URW has a
decision-maker at MB level accountable for DEI;
• Senior decision-makers are informed of URW’s DEI performance
through frequent progress meetings and annual DEI updates to the
GNRC and SB;
- All MB and EC members signed the Be You at URW Charter, which
includes a senior position diversity commitment;
- After becoming a signatory of the United Nations Women’s
Empowerment Principles in 2023 through the CEO Statement of
Support, URW continues to demonstrate a public commitment to
gender equality at URW
(1)
; this was exemplified by a partnership
with UN Women, wherein URW amplified the agency’s 2024
International Women’s Day message across all global
(2)
digital
screens. This partnership reflects URW’s credibility in gender
equality as well as the Company’s global impact; the campaign
reached 6.7 million people;
- Sustainability and Diversity and Inclusion objectives are in place for
the MB and EC (in 2024, 10% of STI and 25% of LTI); and
- URW is committed to promoting diversity and inclusion through
various initiatives, including the #StOpE initiative against sexism,
the Manifesto for the inclusion of disabled people in France, and the
Dutch Diversity Charter. The Group supports gender and racial
equality in the UK with Real Estate Balance and the Race at Work
Charter. Viparis has signed the Charte des Femmes de l’Immobilier
(Charter of Women in Real Estate) and the French Diversity
Charter, focusing on equal pay, training, recruitment, and disability
inclusion.
Inclusion Policies and Performance
URW’s inclusion policies and practices aim to promote equity and
enable career growth across the organisation. The tangible actions the
Group has taken have led to numerous achievements, awards, and
recognition in DEI, underscoring URW’s ongoing commitment to
fostering an inclusive workplace where every individual feels valued
and empowered. By prioritsing DEI, URW can boost employee morale
and engagement, leading to increased productivity. Furthermore, a
strong commitment to DEI can make URW more attractive to potential
employees and help retain existing staff. The Group’s regional and
international recognitions, such as the Top Employer awards in Central
Europe and rankings in the Equileap Top 100 companies for gender
equality globally, highlight its dedication to these principles.
Additionally, URW’s support for families through parental leave and
childcare initiatives, along with efforts to ensure gender-balanced
recruitment and minimise the gender pay gap, further demonstrate the
Group’s commitment to creating a supportive and equitable work
environment.
• The Group has been recognised regionally and internationally by
receiving awards, including, Top Employer awards in Central Europe.
URW has been ranked in the Equileap Top 100 companies for gender
equality globally, as well as in the Top 10 companies (France), and
Top 30 Employer for attitudes and actions towards the LGBTQ+
Community within Real Estate (UK);
• To support families, parental leave support was offered in all URW
regions as shared parental leave (UK) or as extended second parental
leave (France and Sweden). Moreover, regarding childcare,
employees were offered places in daycare (France), and child
allowances (Austria). The Group has received several distinctions as
“Best for Families” and “Top 30 Employer” award winner (UK);
• Internal recruitment processes were reinforced with the inclusion of
the URW Equal Opportunity Statement on all job descriptions, job
adverts and HR people practices; gender-balanced succession
planning discussions were held in all countries to improve gender
balance in top management; and
• URW is committed to tracking its gender pay gap, on a like-for-like
basis, and minimising it. Gender pay gap/workplace equality analysis
results are published annually in France, the UK and the US, and
updated annually.
See Section 3.2.3.1.6 "Taking action on material impacts on own
workforce, and approaches to managing material risks and pursuing
material opportunities related to own workforce, and effectiveness of
these actions", for more detailed information on the pillars “Employee
Development and Learning” and "Culture and Employee Engagement".
Group attractiveness
Attracting the best talents with internally-customised
programmes
URW has always been committed to attracting the best talents by
fostering professional development, promoting cross-functional and
international mobilities, and offering exciting career opportunities at all
levels, be it for graduates or professionals. To support the development
of top talents, URW is building internally-customised programme: the
International Graduate Programme (“IGP”) is long-standing proof
of URW’s commitment to career development. It is a key lever in terms
of external attractiveness and an efficient onboarding and learning path
for newcomers. As URW focuses on recruiting the best graduates from
top international schools for the IGP, the Group also continues its efforts
in recruiting experienced and diverse profiles. Bringing new sets of
capabilities and diversifying its leadership and management styles are
key success factors for the Group. Many international recruitment
actions are organised to attract and recruit the best candidates for the
IGP.
(1) https://www.urw.com/fr-fr/presse/actualites/2023/committed-to-women-s-empowerment.
(2) With the exception of centres owned but not operated by URW, as well as in Mall of Scandinavia in Sweden.
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Every year, URW participates in the CEMS (The Global Alliance in
Management Education) forum held in Barcelona in November,
organises more than 30 interviews on site, delivers a skills seminar on
implementing a sustainable corporate strategy for 20 international
students and attends the fair to meet with the 1,000 participants of this
event.
The IGP allows recent graduates to discover URW’s unique approach to
commercial real estate. They get to acquire first-hand knowledge of the
Company’s business fundamentals, build a strong network, as well as
access a springboard to a promising career shaping the future of the
Company. They can also consider joining a mentorship programme to
grow their career and get advice from more experienced profiles.
Supporting the army-nation link
URW actively supports the commitment of its employees who serve as
reservists in the French army. The Company recognises the valuable
skills and experiences that reservists bring to the workplace, such as
leadership, discipline, and teamwork. To facilitate their dual roles, URW
offers flexible working arrangements and leave to accommodate their
training and deployment schedules, in line with minimum legal
requirements. This support ensures that employees can fulfil their
reservist duties without compromising their professional
responsibilities.
Empowering URW’s employees – training and
development
Training
The Group aims to nurture a workforce that is skilled, knowledgeable,
adaptable, and prepared for the future. This not only benefits our
employees but also contributes to the Company’s resilience as well as
the long-term success and sustainability objectives of URW. The
Learning Policy applies to all URW employees (including part-time
employees), irrespective of their role, level or location within the
organisation.
At Viparis, to guarantee equal opportunities, each employee has a
training programme dedicated to his or her profession. The Viparis
Academy offers personalised training courses for all Viparis
professions. They are aimed at all the company’s employees, whatever
their position. They are designed to ease integration through
presentations that enable employees to get to grips with the Viparis
ecosystem; promote autonomy in the workplace through the
transmission of business methods and tools; ensure day-to-day skills
enhancement through customised training for each position; and enable
career development through training courses built over 2 to 3 years.
Career development
Internal mobility between functions is strongly encouraged and is
conceived as a collaborative process involving employees, managers
and the People teams. It gives employees a more in-depth
understanding of the Group’s various activities and priorities.
International mobility also helps employees to build and consolidate
networks and share best practices among the various regions. The
international mobility policy covers all mobility schemes, increases
awareness of the related benefits and provides full support to
expatriate employees and their families. In 2024, 2.7% of employees
made a lateral career move within the Group, 5.89% of employees were
promoted and O.95% of employees conducted an international mobility
assignment. The Group largely enhanced its career and development
planning processes thanks to succession planning, talent programmes
and the People Performance Programme. For more detailed
information, please see Section 3.2.3.1.3 Policies related to own
workforce (ESRS S1 -1)
The People Performance programme
The People Performance Programme aims at fostering regular
feedback within the Group and encouraging self-development and
objective thinking all year long by highlighting an “own your
development” approach. The cornerstone of the programme remains
the Objective Setting campaign at the beginning of the year with set
objectives in the categories of Business objectives, Sustainable
Business Transformation and People development which can be
adapted throughout the year. It is followed by a 360-degree feedback
approach, now happening in June, where every employee can benefit
from feedback for their professional development and growth provided
by their direct manager, colleagues, direct reports (if any) and functional
managers/reports (if any). The 360-degree feedback is based on the
corporate values of Boldness, Excellence, Teamwork, Ethics, Passion
and Ownership. It finishes with year-end reviews which are carried out in
a committee setting with presence of key leaders in the organisation to
ensure fairness and consistency in evaluating performance cross-
functionally. The programme results in an in-depth discussion of
employees’ annual performance, potential for professional growth and
retention. 1942 employees have been reviewed within the People
Performance Programme at the end of 2024 (scope: employees hired
before September 30 on a long-term contract).
Social dialogue
URW is a company with a relatively limited number of employees, so it
naturally reduces the complexity and scope of social dialogue within the
organisation. URW operates exclusively in countries with strict labour
laws. These laws provide robust guarantees for collective bargaining
and freedom of association. This regulatory environment ensures that
employees’ rights are protected and that any issues can be effectively
addressed through existing legal frameworks. Considering that, URW
maintains local mechanisms to guarantee communication channels
between URW and the employees in the countries it operates in.
3.2.3.1.4 Processes for engaging with own
workforce and workers’ representatives
about impacts (ESRS S1-2)
The URW People teams are organised around a small corporate team
led by the Group People Officer, comprising 3 centres of expertise
(Talent Management, Learning, Development and DEI, Compensation,
Benefits and International Mobility), and 5 regional People teams
implementing the Group policies.
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Social dialogue
Is directly under the responsibility of the Group People Officer who
reports to the CRSO (Management Board member). URW has a
European representative body since 2009, the EEC. The EEC meets at
least twice a year. This frequency enables the recurring subjects
mentioned below to be addressed. At the same time, the EEC can hold
additional meetings at the request of management or the majority of
employee representatives, if current events affect the European
operations. The meeting agenda is discussed jointly by management
and the EEC secretary. Members are then convened at least 7 calendar
days before ordinary meetings, and 3 calendar days before
extraordinary meetings. Social dialogue within the Group is covered by a
complementary approach for European countries, as it results from the
application of local regulations, which vary from country to country.
Nevertheless, the Group’s policy is to promote and encourage the
sharing of common actions and policies within the various bodies. The
EEC is thus provided annually with information regarding the market at
large and the Group’s economic situation (presentation of the Group’s
financial results, development and investment projects, etc.) and the
Group’s strategy, strategic transactions, sustainability roadmap, and
working conditions. For example, in 2024, the EEC was informed and
consulted on the Group’s strategy, evolving its organisation and
increasing its agility. The implementation of the new homeworking
policy was also discussed. This committee is also a forum for the
exchange of best practices within countries. In 2024, meetings provided
an opportunity to discuss ESG best practices (on 14 and 15 March) and
human resources priorities and objectives in the countries, as well as
Group strategy (on 24 May). The committee also discusses all issues
regarding the Group’s employees with implication at EU level. Through
workshops, it regularly contributes to the sharing of best practices
related to employment issues. In 2024, workshops on AI was held (14
and 15 March) and on the new remote working policy and social media
practice (21 and 22 November) . Although the Company is not subject to
the legal obligations regarding employee representation on the SB, the
Group is committed to employee dialogue and works with employee
representatives. In addition, since 2009, the EEC has received
information regarding the Group’s economic situation and has
discussed all issues regarding the Group’s employees. The Group also
organises various meetings on different topics with the Social and
Economic Committee on a monthly basis (in France), and the trade
union organisations representing each region.
Viparis also nurtures a regular and open dialogue with its Social and
Economic Committee regarding Viparis’ strategy, economic and
financial situation, social policy, working conditions and employment.
To get regular feedback, Viparis’ employees are consulted monthly via
surveys on recurring themes (autonomy, peer relations, management
support, commitment, workload, recognition, freedom of opinion), as
well as on an ad hoc basis (e.g. crisis recovery).
URW's approach to HR applies equally across the Group, no specific
cases have been identified as vulnerable and no human rights incidents
have been reported in 2024.
Health and Safety topics
The Group prioritises and integrates all aspects of H&S into the
Company’s policy, planning and operations. To this end, it strives to
promote a culture of wellness and sustainability, achieve regulatory
compliance and improve existing practices.
The Group’s Health and Safety Policy extends to all URW employees,
contractors and visitors, to the extent applicable, at its locations.
The Group’s commitment to H&S is reflected in various initiatives:
• Access to physical and mental wellness programmes and healthcare
resources for employees;
• Information and training to empower and educate employees at all
levels regarding H&S;
• Access to report accidents, near-misses, and potential instances of
non-compliance and related protocols for investigation and
appropriate corrective actions to the local H&S correspondent (in
France, the Health & Safety Committee of the Work Council), the
relevant manager or the local People teams (for employees);
• Proactive identification of hazards and implementation of appropriate
risk mitigation measures through the Group risk management
procedures;
• Collaborative approach with contractors and other third parties
regarding H&S;
• Benchmark and assess performance in relation to industry metrics
and best practices;
• Audits at regular intervals; and
• Integration of feedback from employees, contractors, and
stakeholders to drive continuous improvement.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
The Group recognises the importance of engaging with employees via 2
key levers: learning and DEI.
In line with URW’s Learning Policy, the global learning catalogue is
updated on the basis of regions' needs formulated by Human Resources
Directors of every region. This approach enables to respond to the local
needs while deploying the global roadmap. Customised mandatory
learning programmes are offered to all employees related to
compliance topics (cybersecurity, GDPR, compliance).
In alignment with the Group’s Better Places plan, the sustainability
learning strategy focuses on engaging and equipping all employees to
fully understand and contribute to URW’s mission and ambition. A
sustainability learning journey is proposed to raise awareness on
climate change and to upskill teams who are directly responsible for
implementing key components of the Better Places plan (SRI and Better
Places Certification).
Across all geographies, the Group has implemented Work Greener
programmes which enable employees to reduce the environmental
impact of their day-to-day work. The programme aims to make URW
offices more sustainable and environmentally friendly, by
implementing eco-friendly initiatives such as more effective waste
management, promoting responsible consumption, or encouraging
sustainable mobility. Since 2019, all of URW’s head offices have
delivered at least 1 Work Greener initiative.
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3.2.3.1.5 Processes to remediate negative
impacts and channels for own workers to
raise concerns (S1-3)
URW’s workforce can raise concerns through various channels:
• Speaking with their managers;
• Raise concerns to the local HR and/or Compliance team;
• “Pulse surveys” or “Flash questions”;
• Talent reviews; and
• The backbone of URW’s grievance mechanism is the Integrity Line, as
it provides a guarantee of confidentiality and the option to remain
anonymous, via a third-party independent mechanism. The process
for handling events reported through the URW Integrity Line is
explained in Sections 2.4.4 Compliance Programme, and 2.4.5 Anti-
Corruption Programme.
Given the rarity of complaints or grievances, and the potential variety of
issues that could be reported, there is no pre-determined remediation
process. It is the responsibility of the HR and/or Compliance Officer to
conduct any needed remediation.
Whistleblowing platform: Integrity Line
URW employees have the possibility to report to URW any alleged
violation or suspected wrongdoing of URW Code of Ethics, URW policies,
local laws and regulations. Concerns can be raised using the URW
Integrity Line link. URW enforces corrective measures based on the
gravity of reported incidents. All whistleblowing cases are addressed in
line with the URW Integrity Line and Whistleblowing Statement
(available on URW’s website). Additionally, the mechanism is regularly
reviewed to ensure its effectiveness.
In 2024, no major events were reported through the URW Integrity Line
on matters regarding URW’s workforce. It demonstrates URW’s
commitment to maintaining a high standard of integrity and ethical
conduct in its operation, specifically in addressing any material negative
impact on employees.
For more information on the Integrity Line, please refer to Section 2.4.4
Compliance Programme.
Through its Code of Ethics, URW is committed to strong ethical core
values when it comes to how the Group conducts its day-to-day
business in an ethical, transparent and fair manner. The Group has a
“zero tolerance” principle against all forms of unethical practices, such
as inappropriate, disrespectful or unlawful behaviour, harassment,
discrimination, corruption, bribery, influence peddling and human rights
violations. The Group’s compliance policies and procedures are founded
on a risk-based approach, in line with the industry and operational
compliance risks. Procedures are put in place to guide URW’s
employees in the implementation of the policies. At URW, every
employee is an ambassador of ethics and compliance values and rules.
The promotion of compliance awareness through a “tone from the top”
is an approach followed by the senior leadership as an
acknowledgement of the important role of ethics and compliance in the
Group business and to the collective commitment to do the right thing.
Viparis also falls within this approach by implementing its Code of
Ethics and a whistleblowing procedure to alert Viparis of any possible
infringement of its Code of Ethics or local legislation. This
whistleblowing procedure is accessible to different categories of
persons, such as employees, external staff (e.g. employees of service
providers) and occasional workers (e.g. temporary staff and trainees),
as well as direct and indirect suppliers.
Managers
Managers serve as the daily points of contact for employees to report
any alerts or concerns related to human resources topics. They are
responsible for addressing issues promptly and ensuring that all HR-
related matters are handled efficiently. By maintaining open lines of
communication, managers help foster a supportive and responsive
work environment.
Human Resources teams
In line with its Health and Safety Statement, in cases where a near-miss
or an accident took place, URW has established communication
channels that allow employees to report issues and seek remedy. URW
ensures open access to report accidents, near-misses, and potential
instances of non-compliance, and related protocols for investigation
and appropriate corrective actions to the local H&S correspondent, the
relevant manager or the local People teams.
Employees are encouraged to liaise directly with their HR teams to
report any alerts or concerns. HR teams ensure openness to engage in
discussions on topics related to DEI, training, personal development,
and work accommodations. HR teams are available to provide support
and guidance, ensuring that all employees have access to the resources
and opportunities they need to thrive. Whether it’s addressing specific
issues, seeking advice on career growth, or requesting accommodations
to enhance work conditions, employees can confidently reach out to
their local HR representatives to foster a more inclusive and supportive
workplace environment.
To ensure a skilled workforce, each region is responsible of liaising with
employees to ensure global objectives and individual development are
reached. The Corporate learning team are regularly in contact with the
local human resources as monthly calls are organized on learning
topics.
Employee representative bodies
Employees have the option to engage with their local employee
representative bodies or the EEC (if applicable) to address concerns,
identify areas for improvement, and provide constructive feedback.
These bodies serve as an additional channel to ensure that employee
voices are heard and that URW can continuously enhance its processes.
By collaborating with these representatives, employees can effectively
communicate their needs and suggestions, which will ultimately be
relayed to HR teams for further action and support.
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Health and safety
At URW, we are committed to maintaining a safe and healthy work
environment for all our employees. Our H&S processes are designed to
proactively identify, mitigate, and remediate any negative impacts on
our workforce. Here are the key components of our approach:
Identification and Remediation of Negative Impacts:
URW conducts with the help of the Group Bureau Veritas, regular risk
assessments and audits to identify potential H&S hazards in the
workplace (including the suppliers). These assessments help URW
implement preventive measures and address any identified risks
promptly.
URW has an incident reporting system that allows employees to report
any accidents, near-misses, or unsafe conditions. Each report is
thoroughly investigated, and corrective actions are taken to prevent
recurrence. This topic is under the responsibility of the HR department.
Continuous training programmes are provided to all employees to
ensure they are aware of safety protocols and best practices. This
includes crisis management, training, stress tests and regular safety
drills.
The Group has also relevant processes in case of emergencies (e.g.
chemical leaks).
Channels for Raising Concerns:
URW has established a confidential whistleblower hotline that
employees can use to report any concerns related to H&S, without fear
of retaliation. This hotline is managed by an independent third party to
ensure anonymity and impartiality.
Employees are encouraged to raise any H&S concerns directly with
their supervisors or the H&S department. We promote an open-door
policy to foster a culture of transparency and trust.
Regular surveys and feedback sessions are conducted to gather input
from employees on H&S matters. This feedback is crucial for
continuous improvement of our H&S processes.
Monitoring and Continuous Improvement:
URW have established H&S committees, namely in France and the UK
under legal local legislations. These committees meet a least once a
year to review safety performance, discuss concerns and recommend
improvements.
Based on URW global H&S audit results, the KPIs related to H&S are
monitored and reported to senior management. This ensures
accountability and drives continuous improvement in the Group’s H&S
practices.
By implementing these processes and providing multiple channels for
raising concerns, URW ensures that the H&S of its workforce is a top
priority.
3.2.3.1.6 Taking action on material impacts on
own workforce, and approaches to
managing material risks and pursuing
material opportunities related to own
workforce, and effectiveness of those
actions (ESRS S1-4)
Actions related to material topics are implemented across the Group to
all employees with a direct employment contract with URW (except
when stated otherwise).
3.2.3.1.6.1 Employee development and learning
To ensure a knowledgeable, adaptable and future-ready workforce,
URW offers a variety of learning to engage and upskill our employees
under the supervision of the URW Academy department. Sessions are
offered in a variety of formats, including digital, webinars, classroom
training, and small group workshops. While some mandatory learning is
required each year, most learning initiatives are offered on a voluntary
basis and targeted toward specific groups of employees.
By regularly monitoring specific KPIs, URW ensures progress towards
achieving Better Places targets. With a focus on the Group’s female
workforce, actions have been designed to increase the share of women
in senior management positions and build a diverse succession pipeline
across the Group to retain talent and promote equal growth for all.
• Advanced global inclusion learning offer in 2024:
- A custom digital learning module, designed to help employees
become more aware of and overcome unconscious biases and
implement best practices to promote diversity and inclusion across
the organisation, was deployed to all employees across the Group
via a mandatory learning path, with a total 90% completion rate;
The corporate learning team shares completion rate reports with
HR teams from each region to support and enable local follow up.
- As part of the global URW Manager Progamme, managers across
the Group were offered training on the legal framework around
discrimination and key strategies for managing and reducing
unconscious bias through a “Tools for Inclusive Management”
workshop;
- Hiring managers benefited from an e-learning module on URW’s
learning platform focused on reducing unconscious bias in
recruitment;
- As part of their onboarding path, all newcomers were requested to
attend the Group-wide “Supporting Inclusion at URW” unconscious
bias learning;
- Members of the MB and EC participated in a “Navigating the
Landscape of Harassments” seminar;
- Regions offered local diversity and inclusion learning, including
internally and externally-led panel discussions and seminars.
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- In 2024, the URW Manager Programme expanded across all
regions, introducing new modules like a strategic thinking
workshop and a seminar on team engagement and motivation.
- Newcomers continue to have a dedicated learning path,
encompassing key diversity, sustainability, safety and business
topics.
- All employees were assigned a mandatory digital learning path,
which included compliance, GDPR, cybersecurity, and diversity and
inclusion modules; 83% of employees completed the full
curriculum. Additionally, all employees were offered the
opportunity to join global webinars focused on topics such as
navigating change, using generative AI, understanding
sustainability in the fashion industry and (for Europe employees)
the impact of media in retail.Collectively, 1041 employees joined
these webcasts;
- URW continuously updates its learning offerings to ensure
employees are equipped to meet the Group’s objectives. In 2024, a
more curated approach was adopted, tailoring content to target
specific skills for the right audiences. The global catalogue
included topics such as strategic communication, productivity,
sustainability, technology, innovation, and business skills.
- To enhance well-being, URW launched a new global learning
programme focused on healthy high performance, offering tools
and resources to support well-being. Participants gained access to
a digital platform for personalised productivity and well-being
insights.
To ensure the effective roll-out and implementation of the Better Places
roadmap, URW deployed a dedicated sustainability training path.
Sustainability is at the core of the newcomer journey, embedded into the
onboarding path with digital learnings and experiences, including the
Climate Fresk and custom-designed development and operations
gamified learning sessions. All employees were offered the opportunity
to explore key sustainability topics with curated climate school learning
paths dedicated to understanding the science behind sustainability and
acting toward sustainability solutions. At the country level, local HR
teams are the principal point of contact for employees, ensuring
alignment with global objectives and responsiveness to individual
requests.Functional trainings were also provided to support strategic
sustainability commitments, including the Better Places Certification
and SRI, training 317 employees. By focusing on sustainability and
adaptability, they are equipping departments with the skills needed to
navigate the challenges of the Group’s transition plan effectively. This
proactive approach can help ensure that teams remain resilient and
capable of handling any changes that come their way.
Succession planning
A comprehensive succession planning is rolled out every year for
executive and leadership positions in the Group, both in Europe and in
the US, with a focus on corporate and regional functions. In 2024, 106
leadership positions and their identified successors were reviewed by
the MB at a dedicated Group Succession Planning review, preceded by
in-depth reviews done in every country, led by HR Directors and COOs.
Succession planning contributes to building a strong talent pool,
clarifying development opportunities for the identified successors, and
foreseeing possible career paths for them. Alongside the Succession
Planning review, Top Talent reviews are being carried out. All functions
and all levels of experience are considered. The objective of the reviews
is to get a comprehensive view of the talent pool for development and
retention purposes and work further to match talent with key positions
in the long run. During the 2024 Succession Planning review, 143 top
talents were identified, with consideration for potential defined as
business ability, leadership ability and aspiration.
Employee engagement and diversity
• During the 2024 Group-wide International Women’s Day campaign,
all employees received a series of messages, spotlighting the nearly
200 women across the Group who advanced their career in a new role
in 2023 and highlighting the female senior leaders from across the
Group who continue to drive the business and impact the teams.
Local teams also hosted a variety of gender-focused activities,
including town hall meetings, panel discussions, and access to
learning and resources;
• Throughout June, teams supported URW’s culture of inclusion by
shining the light on the LGBTQIA+ communities through activities to
foster dialogue, awareness and respect, promoting social and digital
diversity, and community events and celebrations;
• URW scored 93/100 in the French Index for Workplace Equality for
2023
(1)
and Viparis scored 94/100;
• The UK team received awards in 2024 from Working Families (see
above, in Inclusion Policies & Performance);
• In 2024, all employees who have set individual targets integrated
sustainability objectives into their annual STI plans. Initiatives and
targets aligned with the Better Places programme were developed in
collaboration with various departments, including Investment,
Development, Finance, Operations, Technical Management,
Marketing, Leasing, Legal, and Human Resources. A toolkit with key
examples of sustainability targets is shared across the Group; and
• In 2024, the mental and physical well-being of employees continued
to be prioritised through the delivery of the Group’s “Your Well-Being”
framework. Global and local initiatives, focused on the framework’s
3key areas – Healthy Culture, Healthy Minds and Healthy Bodies, are
outlined below.
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- Healthy Culture includes work-life balance, collaboration,
Company values and supportive leadership.
• URW is committed to fostering an increasingly dynamic in-
person working culture, supporting quality interactions, inspiring
creativity and seizing the full potential of our activities and
teams. Flexibility and agility are at the core of our collective
success and URW’s approach enables each team member to
work remotely occasionally 1 day a week. For the second
consecutive year, a specific question related to the definition if
well-being was included in the objective setting process to
encourage conversation between employees and managers.
Viparis has developed a culture of well-being and care for its
employees, reflected in the Better at Heart pillar of its
sustainability strategy and in its HR policy;
• Best practice and policies to support a positive and healthy work
environment: the Group signed the Parenthood Charter. Working
parents' training takes place in France and the UK; and
• As part of its global URW Manager Programme, the Group
continued to offer workshops to equip managers with both a
deeper understanding and practical tools in order to more
confidently navigate complex well-being conversations,
including practices that support an empathetic and humanistic
approach.
- Healthy Minds involves mental health resilience, mindfulness and
flexible thinking. Mental well-being support is offered in all
regions, such as training sessions, crisis support, subscriptions to
the leading meditation and mental health app, or Employee
Assistance Programmes, with plans to improve the offer in all
countries.A collection of mental well-being resources, including
education and tips, was curated and shared globally for World
Mental Health Day in October.
- Healthy Bodies focuses on the physical aspects of well-being.
Healthcare insurance is offered to all employees, with a number of
regions also offering flu vaccinations, eye examinations and full health
screenings. In all regions, employees are encouraged to exercise more,
with free gym facilities or subsidised daily gym classes with a trainer or
walking challenges (France, Spain, Germany and Austria).
In line with the “Be You at URW” charter, the Group’s D&I commitment –
Be You at URW – focuses on all forms of diversity in the workplace and
hinges on a basic principle: being proud, being unique, in an environment
that ensures all employee feel safe and supported enough to be the best
of themselves. More specifically, in our Better Places plan, our
commitment to D&I is to grow a diverse, skilled and engaged
community of employees to lead sustainable change. Specific
processes as setting objectives campaign and mid-year reviews enable
to review individual learning needs.
3.2.3.1.6.2 Social dialogue
This year, staff representatives have been closely involved in decisions
relating to the Group’s economic activity and the work organisation,
especially on, well-being, digitalisation and purchasing power. A total of
41 agreements are currently signed or in force with trade unions in
France (including Viparis). These agreements cover a variety of topics
such as gender equality, senior and youth employment, working time
flexibility and mandatory annual collective bargaining. As of December
31, 2024, 50% of employees were covered by a collective agreement.
Various meetings are organised by the Group with the works councils
and trade unions (there are variations at local levels according in some
cases to the different applicable local regulations).
In 2024, topics discussed by the EEC include URW’s homeworking
policy, inclusion (maternity leaves/parenthood management), the
Group’s restructuring approach, talent retention, work-life balance
management, processes optimisation opportunities, learning and
development, and CSRD implementation. The EEC’s involvement
underscores URW’s commitment to transparency in the pursuit of its
sustainability targets and involving employees into the implementation.
The CSRD topic has also been addressed by the French local employee
committee.
Health and safety
As part of URW's mission for continuous improvement, the H&S action
plan for 2025 is as follows:
• As part of the 2025 risk management strategy, a “deep dive” risk
review on H&S is to be conducted in H1 2025, to assess and
(strengthen where necessary) URW’s current global H&S
arrangements including a review of the roles and responsibilities (and
impacts following the recent regionalisation/reorganisation), policy/
procedures, audits and training across all levels and activities. This
will be presented to the URW SE A in July 2025 and a further action
plan will be identified during this review (depending on findings).
• The introduction of deep-dive health, safety and environment ("HSE")
audit on URW’s operating assets as an additional layer of compliance
monitoring to the existing external HSE audits.
• The implementation of a revised HSE training plan for employees,
with updated materials, delivery platform and increased frequency of
course completion - the 9 key topics covered are H&S introduction,
fire safety awareness, environmental, HSE audit, hazardous
chemicals, water management and legionnaires' disease, work
equipment and mandatory inspections, and asbestos, air quality and
management.
For more detailed information on related metrics, see Section 3.2.3.1.14
Health & Safety metrics .
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3.2.3.1.7 Targets related to managing material
negative impacts, advancing positive
impacts, and managing material risks
and opportunities (ESRS S1-5)
The Better Places roadmap has been actively shared and discussed
with employee representative bodies and the workforce at large. This
has been achieved through sustainability roadshows conducted in all
regions and countries where URW operates. These roadshows served
as interactive platforms where employees deep dived into the
roadmap’s objectives, asked questions, and provided feedback. By
engaging directly with the workforce, URW strived to ensure that
employees were not only informed but also involved in the Company’s
sustainability journey. This approach aimed at fostering a sense of
ownership and commitment to achieving the Better Places goals. In line
with the Better Places roadmap’s Thriving Communities pillar, the
Group objective is to constitute an internal community of sustainability
and diversity change makers with the following targets to achieve,
covering all employees:
• Annually, 100% of URW employees
(1)
have at least 1 annual
sustainable business transformation objective. Through the Group’s
annual objective setting process, every employee defines a set of
objectives, which reinforce URW’s strategic goals while aligning with
specific functional priorities. This includes 1 sustainable business
transformation objective that supports URW’s Better Places plan and
ensures the Company’s sustainability targets are rolled out across
all functions. A reference guide is provided to all employees to
support the creation of impactful objectives;
• Annually, a minimum of 95% of URW employees complete a
sustainability course. To better equip employees to deliver on URW’s
sustainability agenda, every employee is upskilled on sustainability
topics through a variety of learning initiatives, ranging from beginner
level courses available to all employees to expert level training for
specific functions.
• Maintain 40% of senior management positions held by women.
Promoting gender diversity and ensuring equal growth opportunities
for all employees is one of the Group’s key diversity and inclusion
priorities. Setting a specific senior management target compels the
Group to implement actions that support maintaining this level of
female representation. By doing so, URW aims to build a diverse
succession pipeline, retain talent, and create a more balanced and
dynamic leadership team.
Each year, the Group People Officer and HR teams prepare a
comprehensive recap of the main HR highlights. This summary
contextualises improvement areas, celebrates key achievements, and
outlines upcoming initiatives for the next year, providing a clear
overview that supports strategic planning and continuous improvement
within the HR function. On top of that, regular communications are
dedicated to updating employees on the progress against targets.
These updates not only keep everyone informed about the current
status and achievements but also create a platform for open discussion
and feedback. By fostering an environment where employees can
engage in meaningful debates, URW strives to ensure transparency and
encourage a collaborative approach to meeting the Group’s goals. This
continuous dialogue helps align individual efforts with the
organisation’s objectives, driving collective success.
(1) All employees having formalised objectives in the Group Human Resources performance assessment tool.
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3.2.3.1.8 Characteristics of the undertaking’s employees (ESRS S1-6)
The Group tracks all its employees through Workday, its global HR information system. On this KPI, there is no global consolidation, its is an extract
form Workday. The process and the KPI are annually audited by the external auditors. Based on a report as of December 31, 2024, the Group has
2,410 employees, of which 54.8% are women and 45.2% are men. For the last 3 years, women represented on average 54% of the total workforce,
with an even distribution throughout the countries in which the Group operates. For more detailed information on the headcount and personnel costs,
please see Note 11, Employee Remuneration and Benefits.
Tables: information on employee headcount by country, gender and type of contract, as of December 31,
2024
(1)
Table 1. Employee headcount by gender
Gender Headcount
Male 1,089
Female 1,321
Other / not reported
(1)
0
Total employees
2,410
(1) (No employee self-reported as "neutral" or "other" gender in the URW population, this
category is therefore not mentioned in the above table. All countries where URW
operates are presented in this table.
Table 2. Employee headcount by country
Year-end 2023
Year-end 2024
France (incl. Viparis) 1,008 977
USA 438 380
Germany 433 372
United Kingdom 239 210
Spain 125 105
Sweden 87 82
Poland 81 75
The Netherlands 64 65
Czech Republic 63 62
Austria 63 52
Italy 10 10
Denmark 13 12
Slovakia 7 8
Total URW Group 2,631 2,410
Table 3. Employees by contract type and gender
Female Male
Total
Headcount 1,321 55% 1,089 45% 2,410
• Permanent 1,259 54% 1,053 46% 2,312
• Temporary 62 63% 36 37% 98
• Non-guaranteed hours
(1)
26 76% 8 24% 34
• Full time 1,233 53% 1,083 47% 2,316
• Part-time
88 94% 6 6% 94
(1) For information only, already included in the total headcount
(1) Source: Workday.
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TABLE 4: HEADCOUNT BY CONTRACT TYPE AND REGION
Southern Europe Central Europe Northern Europe UK US
Total
Headcount
(1)
1,092 45% 569 24% 159 7% 210 9% 380 16% 2,410
• Permanent
(2)
1,034 45% 555 24% 142 6% 201 9% 380 16% 2,312
• Temporary 58 59% 14 14% 17 17% 9 9% 0 0% 98
• Non-guaranteed hours
(3)
0 0% 0 0% 0 0% 0 0% 34 100% 34
• Full time 1,075 46% 515 22% 143 6% 204 9% 379 16% 2,316
• Part-time
17 18% 54 57% 16 17% 6 6% 1 1% 94
Southern Europe: France, Spain, Italy. Includes corporate employees
Central Europe: Germany, Austria, Czech Republic, Poland, Slovakia
Northern Europe: Sweden, The Netherlands, Denmark
(1) Source: Workday
(2) Employees who have an open-ended contract with URW as opposed to fixed term contract.
(3) Non-guaranteed hours refer to employment contracts that do not promise a minimum or fixed number of working hours.
TABLE 5: HEADCOUNT BY GENDER AND BY COUNTRY
By gender and by country for countries in which the undertaking has 50 or more employees representing at least 10% of its total number of
employees. Average headcount in 2024 is 2,541 employees.
Country Female Male
Total
France 537 440 977
Germany 188 184 372
United States of America 206 174 380
Total 931 798 1,729
TABLE 6: RECRUITMENT AND EMPLOYEE TURNOVER
The table below sets out all employee hires and departures, expressed in headcount and as a proportion of the total number of employees at the start
of the year considered.
2023 movements
2024 movements
Headcount % of total
Headcount % of total
Hires 596 100% 358 100%
• Permanent 458 77% 278 78%
• Fixed-term 83 14% 50 14%
• Apprentices 55 9% 30 8%
Departures 625 100% 579 100%
• Involuntary 385 62% 341 59%
- Dismissal 139 22% 141 24%
- End of probation 34 5% 23 4%
- Retirement 18 3% 14 2%
- Mutual agreement 61 10% 47 8%
- Expiry of fixed term* 88 14% 100 17%
- Outsourcing* 45 7% 16 3%
• Voluntary and other 240 38% 238 41%
- Resignation 238 38% 237 41%
- End of probation 0 0% 0 0%
- Retirement 0 0% 0 0%
- Death 2
0%
1
0%
Turnover
(1)
19.4% 18.6%
(1) Calculated as the sum of all departures, except those marked with an asterisk above, divided by the permanent headcount at the start of the reporting period (2,541 and 2,489
for 2023 and 2024 respectively).
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3.2.3.1.9 Characteristics of non-employees in the
undertaking’s own workforce (ESRS S1-7)
The reporting requirements for data on non-employees are being
gradually introduced, as they benefit from a phased-in approach. This
means that for the year 2024, data on non-employees is not required to
be included in the reported scope.
3.2.3.1.10 Collective bargaining coverage and
social dialogue (ESRS S1-8)
Please refer to Section 3.2.3.1.4 Processes for engaging with own
workforce and workers’ representatives about impacts, for more
detailed information.
An agreement relating to the involvement of the employees has been
signed, creating a representative (the EEC) which is which will be a legal
entity and will be responsible for representing the employees.
2024 Coverage Rate
Collective Bargaining coverage Social dialogue
Employees – EEA (for countries with
more than 50 employees representing
more than 10% of total employees)
Employees – non-EEA (estimate for
regions with more than 50 employees
representing more than 10% of total
employees)
(1)
Workplace representation (EEA only)(for
countries with more than 50 employees
representing more than 10% of total
employees)
(2)
0–19% USA
20–39%
40–59%
60–79%
80–100% France Germany
France
(1) Note 1: UK is no longer in scope (below the 10% threshold)
(2) Note 2 : Germany's social dialogue is at European Council representation level only
3.2.3.1.11 Diversity metrics (S1-9)
Workforce as of December 31, 2024
2023
2024
Headcount % of total
Headcount % of total
Age
< 30 543 20.6% 466 19.3%
30 to 50 1 567 59.6% 1 466 60.8%
> 50 521 19.8% 478 19.8%
PROPORTION OF MANAGEMENT-LEVEL POSITIONS HELD BY WOMEN
Previously (from 2020 to 2023), a senior management-level position in URW was defined as positions at level 15 and above, plus any member of a
country (or regional) management team below level 15 (including MB members of URW SE and URW NV). From January 1, 2024, due to the
regionalisation of the Group's organisation, the definition of senior management had to be adjusted to the new organisation without Country
Management Teams. It has therefore evolved to active employees in positions graded 15 and above (120 roles in 2024, excluding Viparis), plus any top
regional role graded 14 in Marketing, Shopping Centre Management and Westfield Rise, and any top country role graded 14 in Leasing, Legal, Design
and Construction (11 additional roles in total in 2024).
The proportion of women in the Senior Management increased from 42.5% at year end 2023 to 44.3% at year end 2024, reflecting significant efforts in
promoting and hiring women at senior levels.
The middle management definition has been adjusted accordingly, and now includes all other positions graded 12 to 14. As a result, the population is
slightly larger as of December 31, 2023. The proportion of females in this population is stable, at 47.1%.
2023
2024
Total Held by women Held by men
Total Held by women Held by men
Senior management level 160 68 42.5% 92 57.5% 131 58 44.3% 73 55.7%
Middle management level 699 322 46.1% 377 53.9% 664 313 47.1% 351 52.9%
In Viparis, the senior management level is defined as any position at level 14 and above (N-1 Excom, Site Directors, SERVEX Directors, Viparis
Emotions Director). As of 31/12/2024, 44% of senior management positions are held by women.
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3.2.3.1.12 Persons with disabilities (ESRS S1-12)
At the end of the year 2024, the Group counts 1%
(1)
of employees recognised as workers with a disability status among which 54% are women and 46%
are men. URW is a signatory of the French Manifesto for the inclusion of disabled people into economic life.
Viparis is a signatory of the French Diversity Charter, and signed an agreement with authorities on disability, including recruitment, job adaptation
measures, information, administrative assistance and a personalised support hotline, and awareness-raising initiatives.
3.2.3.1.13 Training and skills development metrics (ESRS S1-13)
PERCENTAGE OF EMPLOYEES THAT PARTICIPATED IN REGULAR PERFORMANCE AND CAREER DEVELOPMENT REVIEWS BY GENDER
2024
Total number of employees that participated in performance reviews 2,297
Proportion of employees that participated in performance reviews
(1)
95.3%
Proportion of female employees
(1)
94.8%
Proportion of male employees
(1)
96%
(1) Based on average headcount for the year, including Viparis (see Section 3.2.3.1.8 Characteristics of the undertaking’s employees).
AVERAGE NUMBER OF TRAINING HOURS PER EMPLOYEE AND BY GENDER
Total training hours attended by employees on permanent and fixed-term contracts.
2023
2024
Total hours attended 50,711 37,623
Average number of hours per employee
(1)
19 14.8
Average number of hours per female
(1)
19 14.8
Average number of hours per male
(1)
19 14.9
Total people trained
2,848 2,384
(1) Based on average headcount for the year of 2,541 employees including Viparis
3.2.3.1.14 Health and safety metrics (ESRS S1-14)
ACCIDENTS
Accident type 2023
2024
Work-related incidents causing injury 13 5
Work-related incidents causing death 0 0
All URW employees are covered by a local Health & Safety
management system.
The Group pursued its risk prevention training strategy in 2024, with a
focus on “HR management” training. These sessions raise new
managers’ awareness of collaborative management and of internal HR
processes. These sessions are provided by the HR team and aim to
develop a common learning culture. Training on psychosocial risks have
also been provided to new managers throughout the year.
• Absenteeism is monitored in each region and information is sent to
management on a regular basis; and
• Causes of work-related accidents are analysed and measures are
taken to prevent them from recurring. Injury frequency and severity
rates in 2024 were 1.17% and 0.01%, respectively. In 2024, sick leaves
represented 14,901 working days (2.65% of total working days) and
days of absence for work-related/commuting accidents or illness
represented 106 working days (0.02% of total working days).
For data on the fatality that occurred on one of URW’s construction sites
in 2024, please see Section 3.2.3.2.6.2 Health and safety.
In 2024, there was a fatal incident involving a worker on site
(subcontractor’s employee) at the Triangle Tower project. The Health
and Safety Coordinator (CSPS) in charge of the site has approved the
resumption of formwork and stripping activities from October 7, 2024,
which were suspended following the accident on September 24, 2024.
In agreement with the CSPS, activities not affected by the accident
resumed on September 25, 2024. The URW project team, along with the
General Contractor, conducted a thorough investigation to ensure that
all health and safety protocols were properly enforced. The detailed
analysis of the incident was used to enhance anticipation mechanisms
and reinforce existing protocols and health and safety standards on site.
(1) Percentage calculated by dividing the number of employees recognised as disabled and under contract in the reference year (information reported in the HR reporting tool and
by the HR departments of the countries) by the total headcount as of December 31 of the same year.
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OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY
2023
2024
Number of
working days Ratio
Number of
working days Ratio
Lost days for work related injuries 779 0.13% 106 0.02%
Lost days for work-related ill health and fatalities from ill health
(1)
0 0% 78 0.01%
Lost days for occupational disease 0 0% 0 0%
Lost days for sick leave 13,415 2.26% 14,901 2.65%
Lost days work-related mental illness 130 0.02% 776 0.14%
Lost days for personal/ family events 3,262 0.55% 1,761 0.31%
Total
17,587 2.96% 17,621 3.13%
The ratios above are calculated in working days: total number of missed (absentee) days in the year considered/(average working days in the year multiplied by the average
headcount during the year).
(1) Note that the number of cases of recordable work-related ill health is subject to legal restrictions on the collection of data.
3.2.3.1.15 Remuneration metrics (pay gap and total remuneration) (ESRS S1-16)
Gender pay gap
The Group unadjusted gender pay gap, calculated as the difference between average male and average female hourly salary (including base salary,
on-target incentive and the IFRS value of any LTI awards in 2024), expressed as a percentage of the average male hourly salary, is 30.1% for
employees present as of December 31, 2024. This pay gap is largely due to a higher proportion of males at senior levels and females at support and
operational levels. When calculating an adjusted pay gap (comparing male and female salaries in the same country, with the same job grade), the
average pay gap reduces to 4.5%. When also comparing on a like-for-like basis (same country, same grade, same work experience,) the pay gap
further reduces to 3.1%.
2024
Gender pay gap 30.1%
Adjusted pay gap (same country, same grade) 4.5%
Like-for-like pay gap (same country, same grade, same experience) 3.1%
With the progress towards promoting and hiring senior females, as well as the remuneration policy in place, the Group is confident that the
unadjusted gender pay gap will keep reducing in the years ahead.
Total remuneration ratio
To comply with CSRD requirements, a pay ratio has been calculated on the basis of information available globally, i.e. base salaries, target incentives
and the IFRS value of Long-Term Incentives. The calculation scope is all Group employees present at year end 2024, excluding interns and
apprentices. All salaries have been converted to Euros on the basis of the 2024 average exchange rates. With this approach, the Group CEO's total
remuneration ratio is 50.4 to the median and 32.8 to the average total remuneration. This ratio is subject to variations that are not only due to
evolutions in the CEO's remuneration vs. the group remuneration policies, but also variations in the Group's international footprint, its organisational
model, and fluctuations in the exchange rates. It does not take account of other benefits such as pensions, insurance, perquisites, etc, which are not
available globally, and not material compared to the remuneration elements used in this calculation. The Group will look at refining his approach in
the future.
3.2.3.1.16 Incidents, complaints and severe human rights impacts (ESRS S1-17)
In 2024, there have been no incidents, complaints, fines or severe human rights impacts within URW’s operations and workforce. URW will strive to
continuously strengthen its internal prevention and mechanisms and commitment to human rights.
3.2.3.2 Workers in the value chain (ESRS S2)
3.2.3.2.1 Interests and views of stakeholders (ESRS 2 SBM-2)
Information on the way URW addresses stakeholders, including value chain workers, can be found in Section 3.2.1.3.2 Interests and views of
stakeholders.
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3.2.3.2.2 Material impacts, risks and
opportunities and their interaction with
strategy and business model (ESRS 2
SBM-3)
URW’s strategy and business model are intrinsically linked to the
welfare of value chain workers, encompassing various IROs. URW’s
impacts and dependencies on its value chain workers are multifaceted.
These relationships encompass a broad range of activities,
resources,and interactions essential to URW’s business model,
involving both maintenance (e.g. cleaning, security/safety, facility
maintenance) and construction workers. In turn, URW’s policies and
practices directly influence the working conditions, job offerings in the
value chain, and overall well-being of these employees.
The Company’s material impacts focus on enhancing working
conditions and proactively addressing potential human rights violations.
By implementing robust policies and proactive measures, URW can
further mitigate risks and reinforce its position in this area. The risks
associated with breaches affecting value chain workers include legal,
financial and reputational consequences, which could also negatively
impact partnership opportunities for URW.
Construction workers is the category of workers in the Group’s value
chain that is most significantly impacted, due to risks related to H&S,
forced labour and undeclared work, they have been identified as the
most vulnerable group to material negative impacts within URW’s value
chain.
S2 – WORKERS IN THE SUPPLY/VALUE CHAIN
As part of its purchasing risk mapping, URW evaluated modern slavery
risks using the Global Slavery Index and assessed human rights risks
through a combination of the Global Freedom Index, the Global Rights
Index, the Child Labour Index, the Gender Equality Index and the Human
Development Index. In 2024, the main construction sites of URW were
located in Germany and in France. The assessment revealed no
significant risks in the countries where URW operates or sources the
majority of its commodities.
Please see Section 3.2.1.4.1 Description of the process to identify and
assess material impacts, risks and opportunities, and Section 6.1.2
Group Enterprise Risk Management framework, respectively for more
detailed information on the double materiality analysis and the risk
identification process.
For more information on URW’s approach to promoting positive impacts
on value chain workers, please refer to 3.2.3.2.3 Policies related to
value chain workers. For more detailed information on URW's
management of negative impacts and risks please refer to Section
3.2.3.2.5 Processes to remediate negative impacts and channels for
value chain workers to raise concerns.
For more information on URW’s supply chain, please refer to Section
3.2.4.3 Management of relationships with suppliers.
3.2.3.2.3 Policies related to value chain workers
(ESRS S2-1)
The Code of Ethics clearly outlines the Group’s commitment to
protecting fundamental human and labour rights, as well as
maintaining high H&S standards. Additionally, URW addresses material
IROs related to value chain workers through a comprehensive set of
policies on human rights, modern slavery, responsible procurement,
and H&S. These policies reflect URW’s dedication to upholding the
highest standards in these areas.
By adhering to strict human rights standards and H&S procedures,
URW aims to mitigate risks, protect operational integrity and ensure
sustainable business practices throughout its value chain. This
commitment not only safeguards the Company but also promotes
improved working conditions, benefiting value chain workers and
enhancing their welfare. Clauses and contractual commitments
expected from suppliers to prevent risks are described in Section 3.2.4.3
Management of relationhips with suppliers.
As for geographies, URW operates in 11 countries in Europe and the US.
Each of these regions has its own unique labour laws and regulations,
and URW is committed to complying with all local laws and standards in
its operations. URW ensures compliance with laws and regulations,
guarantees human rights and prevents forced and child labour.
Committed to its Modern Slavery Statement, URW aims to eliminate
such practices in its supply chain, upholding labour dignity and human
rights principles.
All these commitments are part of the Group’s Risk Management
Policy, which means that the approach to risk assessment and due
diligence is based on the evaluation of any violations with respect to
corruption, human trafficking and modern slavery. Any red flags
identified are escalated with the Compliance department. Internal Audit
is regularly evaluating the correct application of General Purchasing
Conditions, and to the extent applicable, of the Responsible Purchasing
Charter’s clause, in contracts and the due diligence carried out on
providers.
URW
Upstream
Employees of on-site
contractors (cleaning,
maintenance, etc.)
Downstream
Employees of retailers
on-site only
Worksite workers
(from Tier-2 to Tier-N)
Worksite workers
(from Tier-2 to Tier-N)
General
contractor
(Tier-1)
Construction
companies
(Tier-1)
Construction sites
Workers in charge of the production of building
construction materials & equipment
Standing assets
URW’s direct responsibility
URW’s indirect responsibility
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The policies outlined below are jointly overseen by the CRSO and the
Group General Counsel. H&S, as well as human rights topics, are also
supervised by the MB to a certain extent. The PMPS, Sustainability,
Compliance, Legal and Construction departments form the backbone of
the implementation process.
3.2.3.2.3.1 Human rights
General approach on human rights
The Group recognises that its operations can have direct and indirect
impacts on human rights and remains committed to make all
reasonable endeavours in anticipating and mitigating risks as well as
ensuring a positive contribution to the communities where URW
operates. URW’s Human Rights Policy (see the latest version on URW’s
website) reinforced the commitment adopted in 2004 by signing the
UNGC. It applies to all employees, entities and operations under the
umbrella of URW, including subsidiaries and joint ventures. Contractors,
clients, visitors, suppliers and business partners are to be fairly treated
in line with the principles of the policy. The Group is dedicated to
upholding human rights principles throughout its supply chain from
corporate headquarters to individual project sites, ensuring consistency
and alignment with its core values. The policy is based on and aligned
with international human rights texts and principles
(1)
.
The Group’s ERM framework and Risk Management Policy cover
compliance with human rights for workers in the value chain. As
outlined in URW’s Human Rights Policy, human rights risks are captured
in the annual Group risk assessment. The purpose of URW’s human
rights due diligence is to ensure that URW effectively identifies,
assesses and addresses potential human rights risks and impacts
associated with its operations, when deemed necessary and material
through a risk assessment. It is based on multiple complementary
internal mechanisms and aims to align with international standards to
promote respect for human rights and uphold the Group’s corporate
responsibility.For example, main tenders are subject to a “Know Your
Partner” screening process, and all contracts require the acceptance of
the Group’s General Purchasing Conditions, including provisions on
human rights and labour standards based on the ILO conventions and
international human rights standards. Specifically for the UK, URW
enforces a scoring matrix as part of its modern slavery due diligence,
based on a dedicated questionnaire to assess suppliers against multiple
criteria related to subcontractors, modern slavery and labour rights.
The Group aims to continuously raise the level of vigilance and
strengthen its procedures to identify, prevent, mitigate and remedy any
human rights impact in its supply chain. The Integrity Line offers a
transparent and confidential channel for all external stakeholders,
including value chain workers, to report any infringements related to
URW. This mechanism enables URW to engage with suppliers, enforce
corrective actions, or terminate business relationships as
Modern slavery and human trafficking
Although, as noted in the Global Slavery Index’s findings
(2)
, the countries
in which the URW Group currently operates are rated as low to
moderate in terms of the risks of incidences of modern slavery (relative
to other geographies), URW’s Anti-Slavery and Human Trafficking
Policy outlines a zero-tolerance approach to all modern forms of
slavery and human trafficking, reflecting URW’s commitment to acting
ethically and with integrity in all business relationships. URW aims at
taking steps to identify, understand and address the risks of forced
labour and human trafficking in all its operations and supply chains as
well as raising awareness with business partners and undertaking such
due diligence as is necessary on its supply chain. The prevention,
detection and reporting of incidents in any part of URW’s business or in
its supply chains is the responsibility of all those working for URW or
under its control as the Group makes all reasonable endeavours to
implement and enforce effective systems and controls to mitigate the
occurrences of forced labour and human trafficking anywhere in URW’s
business or in any of its supply chains. Standard supply contracts used
by URW include provisions which are specifically targeted at
combatting the risk of all modern forms of slavery and human
trafficking taking place in URW’s supply chain. In addition to the clauses
that are mandated by the General Purchasing Conditions (as discussed
in Section 3.2.4.3 Management of relationships with suppliers),
standard corporate contracts also include clauses that may require a
bidder to:
• Specify each subcontractor’s management methods (such as project
monitoring and work acceptance);
• List the subcontractors (including each company’s name, purchase
price, selling price and services provided);
• Describe its methodology for initiating contract implementation and
the various tools for making the most effective use of human
resources (including comments on internal and/or geographic
changes, and proximity to the bidder’s other sites);
• Set out its trade training and other programmes, including the
scheduling, organisation and frequency of such training;
• Explain its policy for integrating hard-to-place individuals
experiencing social or work-related problems;
• Provide details as to its human resources costs (such as hourly
wages and total hours per month/year and confirmation that all
employees receive minimum legal wage payments and benefits); and
• Report any concerns or offenses via URW’s Integrity Line, which is
referenced in all contracts between URW and its goods and services
providers.
(1) The International Bill of Human Rights (Universal Declaration of Human Rights, the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights, and the International Covenant on
Economic, Social and Cultural Rights), the UNGC, the OECD Guidelines for Multinational Enterprises, the UNGPs, the ILO Declaration on Fundamental Principles and Rights at
Work, the ILO Fundamental Conventions, the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child, the UN Women's Empowerment Principles, the Standards of Conduct for
Businesses, as well as the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples.
(2) https://www.walkfree.org/global-slavery-index/map/
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More detailed information can be found in URW’s Modern Slavery
Statements, on its institutional website
(1)
as well as on the public
registers in Australia
(2)
and in the UK
(3)
.
3.2.3.2.3.2 Health and safety
URW’s Health and Safety Statement complements national policies,
procedures, practices and objectives aimed at safeguarding the H&S of
people in the workplace. This document explains how URW strives to
protect the H&S of its employees, contractors and, to the extent
applicable, the visitors in its shopping centres. It provides clear
information and guidance to all parties involved in URW’s business on
their roles and responsibilities for H&S, as well as the initiatives that are
in place to support them. For more details on URW’s policies related to
the H&S of workers in the value chain, please see sub-section "Health
and safety" in Section 6.2.2.4 Category #4: security, health and safety
risks.
Health and safety on work and construction sites
URW oversees its work and construction sites through 2 distinct
approaches, depending on whether it delegates site coordination to a
general contractor or assumes the role of general contractor itself:
(a) The construction contractors overseen by the Construction
Management Contractor are contractually required to make the
necessary provisions for site safety and comply with the relevant
H&S legislation. The Management Contractor’s teams develop the
technical requirements provided to contractors within the
tendering process. These include specific safety requirements, as
well as the applicable H&S standards a successful bidder must
comply with. Tender submissions that do not comply with the
technical requirements and the applicable H&S standards are
disqualified from the tendering process. As clearly set out in all
contracts signed by URW and construction companies, H&S
Coordinators are appointed in various countries where the Group is
active. They are employed by the Construction Manager, with a
principal function to coordinate H&S matters between the various
stakeholders.
(b) When URW acts as the General Contractor, the Group manages
construction site safety by setting up a dedicated project team and
assigning specific responsibilities to individual team members.
They have stringent requirements for subcontractors, which
include demonstrating worker competence, ensuring proper site
supervision and management, and overseeing subcontractor
design. Specific hazards such as asbestos, lifting operations,
temporary works, excavations, hot works, higher risk activities, and
working at height are meticulously managed. On-site provisions
include welfare facilities, site inductions, incident management and
coordination, and the establishment of site security. Additionally,
URW carefully selects and manages subcontractors through a
process that involves site communications, monitoring, reviewing
and agreeing on method statements, and maintaining proper site
conduct.
Health and safety in standing assets
The Group has drawn up an appropriate H&S risk management policy,
reinforced in 2023 by the release of the URW Health and Safety
Statement
(4)
, which includes rules and guiding principles at Group level,
supplemented at a local level by procedures that comply with local
regulations. The main areas covered by the Group’s H&S risk
management policy are air and water quality, asbestos, air pollution,
Legionnaires’ disease, technical and safety installations, and fire
extinguishing and alarm systems. URW also establishes multi-year
contracts with service providers. These contracts include standard
clauses, for instance on H&S and working conditions, for the employees
of the service providers. URW’s approach to H&S in standing assets
prioritises the well-being of employees from multi-services, technical,
and safety contractors. Additionally, fire safety measures encompass
all employees working on-site, including those employed by tenants in
stores.
This Group policy includes, in particular, an annual review of H&S risks
at standing assets for both European and US platforms by the GRC, and
the inspection and continuous improvement of buildings and their
technical equipment liable to have an impact on the environment or on
personal safety. Technical documentation on regulatory maintenance
and testing is also kept up-to-date and made available at each site.
Policy monitoring is conducted by on-site teams and checked every year
by external auditors or internal management. Since 2012, URW has
worked with Bureau Veritas, one of the world’s most distinguished
leaders in testing, inspection and certification services, to attest to the
implementation of very strict standards regarding H&S within its
assets. In Europe, an independent third-party audit is carried out every
year, to assess H&S risks for building visitors and occupants at the
assets that are owned and managed by URW (Shopping Centres, Offices
and Convention & Exhibition centres)
(5)
, based on a framework that
incorporates both external regulations and Group policies. This audit
awards the site one of 4 overall scores which reflect the extent to which
H&S risks are being controlled:
A. Satisfactory risk management and control;
B. Satisfactory risk management and control, with improvements still
needed for certain indicators;
C. Records of areas of non-compliance requiring the implementation of
corrective actions; or
D. Unsatisfactory risk management and control.
A personalised action plan, monitored on a daily basis by operational
teams, is systematically updated following each assessment in order to
improve the quality of risk control as part of a process of continuous
improvement. If a “D” rating is given, a second assessment is carried out
in the month following the audit to check that all corrective actions
identified have been implemented.
(1) https://www.urw.com/en/csr/csr-documents, please see the dedicated section on Modern Slavery Statements.
(2) https://modernslaveryregister.gov.au/statements, please search “Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield Group”.
(3) https://modern-slavery-statement-registry.service.gov.uk/search, please search “Westfield Europe Limited”.
(4) https://assets.eu.ctfassets.net/1e76kztii87u/2kdtFaVRyAuCk5KPX7puph/97dfc1d3a824fa4387bfb9e2805ad41c/20240122-urw-health-and-safety-statement_en.pdf.
(5) Except for Gropius Passagen in which URW is holds a minority share.
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3.2.3.2.3.3 Responsible procurement
Principles and standards relating to human rights and H&S are
addressed in contractual relations with suppliers (please see Section
3.2.4.3 Management of relationships with suppliers).
URW’s Responsible Purchasing Charter sets out the key principles
particularly on human rights and H&S. It aims at leveraging
opportunities and reinforcing risk mitigation related to procurement of
products and services. The Charter is meant to be shared with all
suppliers and is complemented by other actions depending on the
purchasing categories. It helps URW ensure that the Group’s suppliers
adhere to the same high standards in terms of human rights and modern
slavery, in direct reference to applicable international human rights
texts and principles
(1)
. It also provides external stakeholders in the value
chain open and direct access to the Group’s key grievance mechanism in
the form of the Integrity Line, clearly stating that the whistleblowing
policy of the Group ensures that URW will not discriminate or retaliate
against any supplier or any person who reports alleged violations of
applicable laws in good faith and with appropriate precision, whether or
not such information is ultimately proven to be correct, or who
cooperates in any investigation or inquiry regarding such violations. The
whistleblower will not be retaliated against and will benefit from the
applicable local regulation regarding protection of whistleblowers.
Given the higher risks linked to human rights and H&S for construction
suppliers, URW integrates some mandatory clauses to cover these risks
(please see Section 3.2.4.3.2 Sustainable purchasing approach).
3.2.3.2.4 Processes for engaging with value chain
workers about impacts (ESRS S2-2)
In line with common practice in the real estate sector, URW does not
engage in Global Framework Agreements (or equivalent) to cover its
value chain workers. Instead, the Group focuses on engaging with
contractors that employ value chain workers. As detailed below,
General Managers of standing assets meet at least weekly with multi-
services and maintenance employees’ site managers to address their
requests and feedback. These meetings are an opportunity for them to
exchange on improvement areas, identified risks and corrective
measures needed to ensure a safe working environment. Similarly,
construction Project Directors frequently engage with site coordinators
and H&S referents to ensure workers’ views are adequately considered.
In line with the policies presented in Section 3.2.3.2.3 Policies related to
value chain workers, on a case-by-case basis, URW engages its
business partners and vendors to fight modern slavery, human rights
infringements, or H&S issues that might impact value chain workers or
their communities.
URW also employs feedback mechanisms to allow all value chain
workers to express their concerns and suggestions regarding the
impacts of their work. The main feedback mechanism is the direct
access to URW’s grievance mechanism, the Integrity Line, as well as an
access to the relevant teams managing construction sites.
For construction topics, excluding the UK where URW acts as the
General Contractor for construction sites under its responsibility, URW
delegates engagement with workers, including with vulnerable
workers, to H&S Coordinators. Teams appointed by contractors
reporting to URW, or exceptionally when URW acts as General
contractor, URW project teams, are responsible for day-to-day site
monitoring, with actions required by contractors or the internal team
being recorded in an incident and action tracking system, ensuring they
are tracked to closure within the defined timescale. For each major
project, a monthly meeting is held to review all aspects, including
construction, programme, commercial/cost, H&S performance, and
KPIs. Construction teams always include H&S specialists who support
the project team by reviewing contractor selection, method statements
and safety performance. On major projects, these specialists conduct
formal and informal monitoring, reporting directly to the Project
Director. For smaller projects, their activities are risk-based. As with all
projects, any identified actions are recorded and tracked to closure
within the defined timescale.
In standing assets, where URW manages contractors and their
employees, the general types of engagement performed include
planning meetings, huddles or toolbox talks to discuss safety protocols
and address any concerns related to the asset. URW ensures
continuous communication of core safety values and procedures
through regular updates and reminders, directly or via the coordinators
responsible for the topic of H&S on site. The Group actively involves
workers in safety procedures, including incident investigations and
safety audits, to help them understand the importance of safety
measures and encourage their participation. Additionally, URW
provides thorough site inductions for new workers to familiarise them
with site-specific safety operations. URW ensures good working
conditions by establishing standard clauses for the employees of
service providers. There is daily close interaction between URW teams
and service providers, with a monthly activity report tracking the overall
performance, including social issues. In case of problems, corrective
measures are taken by the General Manager and the service provider’s
site manager. The General Manager holds weekly meetings with the
service provider’s site manager to address any issues. Feedback and
complaints from on-site workers, such as the working spaces, social
facilities and resting areas provided, are taken into account.
(1) The UNGC, the UNGPs and the OECD Guidelines for Multinational Enterprises.
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As presented above, the perspectives of value chain workers are
integrated in the decision-making processes via different approaches.
This input informs the development and review of URW’s policies,
particularly those related to human rights, H&S, and labour practices.
By incorporating their feedback, the Group ensures that operational
procedures are not only compliant with industry standards and local
regulations, but also positively driving improvements in the working
conditions of workers, including the most vulnerable ones on URW’s
construction sites. For instance, in the UK, the regional management
team meets quarterly to review H&S performance, including on our
construction sites and any significant accidents or incidents. As part of
their review, the regional management team may require further
actions to improve our management system. Throughout the year,
regional management team members conduct safety tours of
operations and construction sites to gain first-hand knowledge of on-
the-ground activities and identify necessary improvements, considering
the feedback of value chain workers or their representatives. Across
the Group, URW teams are empowered to stop contractors from
working if they believe the contractor is not working safely, not
complying with their method statements, site rules or our H&S
standards.
3.2.3.2.5 Processes to remediate negative
impacts and channels for value chain
workers to raise concerns (ESRS S2-3)
URW systematically integrates key elements in its contracts:
• Since 2023, the Responsible Purchasing Charter outlines the Group’s
commitment to addressing and mitigating negative impacts within its
value chain. It emphasises the full access suppliers and their workers
have to URW’s Integrity Line. This grievance mechanism provides a
confidential channel for employees and all external stakeholders to
report any concerns or breaches of the Code of Ethics, URW’s
policies, contractual obligations or applicable legislation. Whether
through the Integrity Line or direct contacts, any employee, manager,
or external stakeholder is encouraged to report any suspicions or
risks identified. This ensures that any negative impacts can be
promptly identified and addressed by the relevant teams. The
whistleblower will not be retaliated against and will benefit from the
applicable local regulation regarding protection of whistleblowers.
For more information please refer to Section 3.2.4.2.2 Whistleblowing
platform: URW Integrity Line.
• Viparis also implements a similar system with its Code of Ethics and
whistleblowing process.
• Contracts include dedicated clauses covering labour rights (e.g.
working status, working conditions), professional integration, and
H&S. For more information, please see Section 3.2.4.3Management
of relationships with suppliers.
The Integrity Line is communicated to workers in standing assets
directly managed by URW and on construction sites where URW acts as
the General Contractor. This communication occurs through various
channels, such as information boards, induction sessions and dedicated
awareness-raising events. For construction sites where URW delegates
management to an external contractor, URW expects partners to
communicate the existence and availability of the Integrity Line to their
workers.
Lastly, when needed, URW offers comprehensive support to employees
and their relatives through dedicated support, information and
counselling units. These units provide emotional and practical
assistance, helping workers and their families cope with the aftermath
of any incidents. This support system is crucial for maintaining the well-
being of the workforce.
3.2.3.2.6 Taking action on material impacts on
value chain workers, and approaches to
managing material risks and pursuing
material opportunities related to value
chain workers, and effectiveness of
those actions (ESRS S2-4)
In order to remediate negative impacts, URW relies on an effective
Global Crisis Management Policy and framework including annual crisis
training and exercise campaign (please refer to Section 6.2.2.4
Category #4: security, health and safety risks). URW has a structured
procedure with 3 levels of crisis management to handle various types of
incidents based on their severity. This includes a dedicated crisis
management loop that involves communication, PMPS (property
management), public relations, and a member of the MB. URW also
conducts crisis management exercises to ensure preparedness in all
assets to anticipate various types of incidents (terrorism, H&S, etc.).
URW is committed to ensuring that these processes are made available,
provide or enable remedy in the event of material negative impacts, and
are effective in their implementation and outcomes. This includes
establishing clear procedures for addressing grievances submitted via
the Integrity Line (or other channels), ensuring timely and appropriate
responses and monitoring the effectiveness of remedial actions. By
doing so, URW aims to uphold the highest standards of human rights
and corporate responsibility, ensuring that any adverse impacts are not
only identified but also effectively mitigated and resolved.
In line with crisis management procedures applied across the Group
(see Section 6.2.2.4 Category #4: security, health and safety risks), URW
strives to ensure that human rights and H&S principles are strictly
applied, as the Group may initiate any audits deemed appropriate at any
time. The reports include plans for rectification and corrective
measures, where appropriate. The findings from these audits and
investigations are used to make necessary improvements (for more
information, please see Section 3.2.3.2.3 Policies related to value chain
workers). For both Operations and Construction teams, incidents along
with their subsequent investigations, are documented in the incident
and action tracking system. Actions taken by URW, and those required
from contractors, are recorded and monitored until they are fully
resolved.
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On top of monthly meetings dedicated to sharing feedback and
communicating alerts to site teams, the Group implements a
standardised HSE incident and action tracking system to record and
track corrective actions to closure within a defined timescale. URW also
provides ad hoc training sessions to address specific safety concerns or
new risks that may arise for departments involved in construction
projects or exposed to supervising external personnel in standing
assets. These trainings are designed to equip employees with the
knowledge and skills needed to handle particular situations safely. By
offering these targeted training sessions, URW ensures that its
workforce is better prepared to manage safety challenges and learn
from any incident that took place.
Following incidents, if necessary, URW reviews its procedures to
identify areas for improvement. This continuous review process ensures
that standards are always up-to-date and aligned with the latest
industry best practices. By refining safety procedures, URW can better
protect its workers and prevent accidents. When issues are identified,
URW promptly implements corrective actions to address them. This
may involve updating safety protocols, providing additional training, or
making changes to the work environment. These corrective actions are
essential for mitigating risks and ensuring a safe working environment
for all value chain workers.
The Group is committed to continuous improvement and is always
looking for ways to enhance existing practices and deliver better
outcomes for value chain workers. The Group’s approach to identifying
what action is needed in response to a particular actual or potential
material negative impact is part of the Group’s risk assessment process,
particularly through human resources and compliance risks. URW
strives to conduct a materiality analysis covering all the Group’s
operations and potential human rights impacts, considering local laws,
regulations and socio-political conditions. Upon identifying potential
human rights risks and impacts associated with its activities, supply
chain and business relationships, URW will make reasonable
endeavours to implement corrective actions. URW’s MB endorses the
Human Rights Policy and is responsible for the Group’s human rights
guarantees, due diligence mechanisms and corrective actions. It is
overseen by URW’s General Counsel. This process included
consultation with stakeholders, analysis of industry trends and
consideration of regulatory requirements. H&S and the protection of
value chain workers’ human rights, including the identification and
prevention of any instance of modern slavery in the Company’s value
chain, stand as the priorities identified. Multiple departments are
involved, such as Sustainability, Legal, Compliance, Construction, Risk
Management and PMPS.
3.2.3.2.6.1 Human rights
The Human Rights Policy provides a framework for identifying,
preventing and addressing potential human rights abuses. By clearly
defining acceptable practices and behaviours, it helps ensure that all
workers are treated with dignity and respect, irrespective of their role in
the value chain. Moreover, it establishes accountability measures,
ensuring that any violations are promptly addressed and remedied. The
full scale deployment of the Responsible Purchasing Charter, as well as
the implementation of the Group’s Human Rights Policy, contributed to
safeguarding the rights of value chain workers.
In the context of modern slavery, URW partnered with “Stronger
Together” to develop high-level training to fight the risk of forced labour.
Stronger Together is a not-for-profit organisation, working with
businesses to reduce forced labour, labour trafficking and other hidden
third-party exploitation of workers. In 2024, the developed training was
delivered for the third time to all management teams at corporate level
and within the regions, as well as the more exposed departments, such
as Construction and Property Management teams, within the Group in
English, French and German.
In the UK context, URW increased training to employees, tenants and
Tier-1 suppliers. The Group extended Westfield business partner due
diligence using bespoke self-assessment questionnaires for higher risk
suppliers and contractors to assess against multiple criteria related to
subcontractors, modern slavery and labour rights. The Group aims to
continuously raise the level of vigilance and strengthen its procedures
to identify, prevent, mitigate and remedy any human rights impact in its
supply chain. Identified as the most vulnerable groups, construction
workers and facility management workers, are targeted by the set of
standards upheld by URW via its General Purchasing Conditions and its
Responsible Purchasing Charter. Since 2017, URW has been a proud
sponsor of the Stronger Together Construction and Property
Programme in the UK. As part of its active engagement with them, and
together with fellow sponsors, the Group participated in a collaborative
project which aimed to evaluate capability in 2 high risk areas of URW’s
supply chain, namely Dry Lining and Facilities Management
(1)
. The
industry case study highlights URW’s contribution to the construction
sector’s initiatives to eradicate modern slavery. The objective is to
disseminate this study among influential individuals in the property
industry, thereby fostering change on the ground.
3.2.3.2.6.2 Health and safety
Material impacts for value chain workers are managed by different
departments. Given the decentralised structure of purchasing at URW,
all URW buyers are involved in advancing the relevant contractual
guarantees to ensure compliance with human rights and modern
slavery standards.
(1) Case study available at : https://www.stronger2gether.org/product/construction-and-property-programme-collaborative-project/
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The nature of interactions with external stakeholders varies depending
on the department and the type of goods or services being procured. For
example, a shopping centre’s General Manager will directly engage with
cleaning service providers and their staff through regular weekly
meetings with the site manager. Additionally, the General Manager and
the service provider’s site manager collaborate closely on a daily basis,
ensuring seamless operations and addressing any social issues through
monthly activity reports and performance reports. This includes
conducting safety meetings and engaging with H&S referents at the
European level when necessary.
In contrast, a buyer involved in a development project may interact with
multiple contractors and subcontractors, managing the value chain
workers contributing to a project led by URW. In this specific case, a
positive impact example would be the inclusion and enforcement of
professional insertion clauses in the project’s contracts. At the project
level, each Project Manager is responsible for upholding H&S and
human rights standards on the construction sites under their
supervision. For standing assets, the General Manager covers
equivalent responsibilities, ensuring that feedback and grievances from
workers are considered and addressed promptly.
In 2024, there was a fatal incident involving a worker on site
(subcontractor’s employee) at the Triangle project. The Health and
Safety Coordinator ("CSPS") in charge of the site has approved the
resumption of formwork and stripping activities from October 7, 2024,
which were suspended following the accident on September 24, 2024.
In agreement with the CSPS, activities not affected by the accident
resumed on September 25, 2024. The URW project team, along with the
General Contractor, conducted a thorough investigation to ensure that
all H&S protocols were properly enforced. The detailed analysis of the
incident was used to enhance anticipation mechanisms and reinforce
existing protocols and H&S standards on site.
In 2024, tenders for the 2025 H&S audits in standing assets reinforced
the prevention aspect by adding new topics: definition of accidents
reporting process, appointment for a HSS coordinator for joint work,
information on URW employees’ appropriate use of personal protective
equipment and up-to-date prevention plan signature by contracted
companies.
3.2.3.2.7 Targets related to managing material negative impacts, advancing positive impacts, and
managing material risks and opportunities (ESRS S2-5)
Every single year, the Group’s target is to obtain at least a “B” ranking for all its standing European owned and managed assets for the annual
assessment of H&S risks. In 2024, 77% of assets were audited Group-wide (76% in 2023); 100% (98% in 2023) in Europe and none in the US
(1)
. 100% of
audited sites obtained an “A” or “B” rating level, no asset obtained a “C” rating. No “D” rating has been given for more than 10 years.
ANNUAL HEALTH AND SAFETY RISK MANAGEMENT ASSESSMENT
Better Places scope Group total Retail Office
Convention &
Exhibition
2024 heath and safety external assessment coverage (%) 77% 76% 100% 83%
% of which audited sites obtaining an A or B annual score 100% 100% 100% 100%
COMPLIANCE WITH HEALTH AND SAFETY REGULATION
Penalties for non-compliance related to building H&S.
Better Places scope
2024
2024 number of sanctions for non-compliance related to building health and safety 0
2024 monetary value of associated fines (€) 0
Under the direct supervision of dedicated referents, the Group tracks
the effectiveness of its policies, mechanisms and associated actions to
ensure the upholding of H&S standards. Likewise, regarding human
rights and modern slavery, URW is committed to implementing its
policies and action plans.
In the Group's construction activities, no Group-wide targets have yet
been defined. For further details on actions, and associated processes
see respectively sections 3.2.3.2.3 Policies related to value chain
workers, 3.2.3.2.5 Processes to remediate negative impacts and
channels for value chain workers to raise concerns, 3.2.3.2.6 Taking
action on material impacts on value chain workers, approaches to
managing material risks and pursuing material opportunities related to
value chain workers, and effectiveness of those actions.
In 2025, URW will focus on tracking the effectiveness of its sustainable
purchasing approach by monitoring the percentage of Responsible
Purchasing Charter coverage. This percentage will be measured
annually. The Group’s ambition is to cover the largest possible share of
procurement with the Responsible Purchasing Charter integrated,
whether in contracts or purchase orders, starting from the initial roll-
out in 2023.
(1) The US assets are covered by a dedicated Injury and Illness Prevention Programme ("IIPP"), in line with state and federal regulations.
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3.2.3.3 Affected communities (ESRS S3)
In the context of this report, affected communities are the local communities of which URW’s assets are an integral part. As an operator of
sustainable places that Reinvent Being Together, URW has an active role to play within communities in which it operates.
The CRP are covering the assets defined in Section 3.2.1.1.1 General basis for preparation of the Sustainability Statement.
3.2.3.3.1 Interests and views of stakeholders
(ESRS 2 SBM-2)
Information on the way URW addresses stakeholders, including
affected communities, can be found in Section 3.2.1.3.2 Interests and
views of stakeholders.
3.2.3.3.2 Material impacts, risks and
opportunities and their interaction with
strategy and business model (ESRS 2
SBM-3)
Positive impacts generated by standing assets contribute to thriving
communities, which creates a positive social and economic dynamic in
the communities that mutually benefits the asset in multiple ways.
Communities impacted could be, for example, workers, local
businesses, neighbour groups, communities living or working around
the standing assets, schools, as well as customers. They can directly
benefit from upskilling, training and employment or indirectly through
Community Resilience Action Plans ("CRPs") which address key issues
such as reducing crime, creating a healthier community, helping
vulnerable people live independently, increasing community
collaboration, and encouraging circular economy.
Supplementing the asset-level CRPs, URW maintains a Volunteering
Programme to encourage and support employees in contributing to
their communities through volunteer work. This initiative reflects
URW’s commitment to social responsibility and community
engagement, fostering a culture of giving back and making a positive
impact.
Please see Section 3.2.1.4.1 Description of the process to identify and
assess material impacts, risks and opportunities, and Section 6.1.2
Group Enterprise Risk Management framework, respectively for more
detailed information on the double materiality analysis and the risk
identification process.
As explained in Section 3.2.1.3.1 Strategy, business model and value
chain, and Section 3.2.1.3.3 Material impacts, risks and opportunities,
and their interaction with strategy and business model, as the operator
of welcoming and inclusive places where people of all backgrounds
connect, URW identified having a positive impact on communities as an
opportunity for URW’s destinations to be catalysts for economic and
social vitality, supporting social cohesion.
3.2.3.3.3 Policies related to affected
communities (ESRS S3-1)
“Community resilience” is the ability of a community to uphold a
favourable socio-economic climate, anticipating incidents and
unplanned events, as well as contributing to generate positive impact
on the local area. It is based on building strong and long-term local
relationships to understand challenges faced by the communities the
assets belong to and coordinate common answers. By generating social
capital and reducing risks in and from the community, resilience is a part
of the business performance and essential for the long-term growth of
the assets in their local areas.
The third pillar of the Better Places roadmap aims at delivering value to
support thriving communities. As welcoming and inclusive places
where people of all backgrounds connect, URW’s destinations are
catalysts for economic and social vitality, supporting social cohesion.
URW is aware of the leading economic importance of its real estate
properties. In addition to being an urban planner, providing public
facilities and building unique, iconic and well-connected places, URW
plays a key role in the local ecosystem. URW positively impacts local
communities via 3 major axes embedded in Community Resilience
action Plans (CRPs). The CRPs, implemented in owned and managed
shopping centres and airports, which are part of the long-term social
strategy designed at the asset level, aim to contribute to the
development of both the community and the asset itself. These plans
are delivered through the Social Value Framework, consisting of 3
themes (presented below). This framework ensures that key
community issues are identified in collaboration with local stakeholders
as collaboration enriches the CRP with valuable insights, which results
in high social impact outcomes through meaningful community
programmes that can be measured and reported on:
• URW for Jobs and Skills covers employment opportunities to place
local people into work or enable them into work through support,
mentoring or training, providing better opportunities to gain
employment. The URW for Jobs programme aims to create
employment opportunities for local communities. By offering job
training programmes, career fairs and placement services, URW
helps individuals gain valuable skills and secure stable employment.
As part of this programme, URW collaborates with local job centres
and educational institutions to provide tailored training programmes
that meet the needs of the community and the job market.
• URW for Social Health and Inclusion initiatives focus on
promoting social inclusion and enhancing the well-being of local
communities. URW organises community events, health and
wellness programmes, and social activities that bring people
together and foster a sense of belonging. It ranges from hosting free
fitness classes and cultural festivals to blood donations and
vaccinations, encouraging participation from all community
members while promoting public health.
• URW for Positive Impact on the Environment aims at reducing
food waste through the donation of leftover food to local charities,
benefiting the local community environment and encouraging a
circular economy.
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Moreover, as an economic driver, URW creates thousands of direct or
indirect employment opportunities through construction and
operational spending, tenants’ sales and activities, suppliers’ activities
and local taxes. URW also supports local businesses by providing retail
spaces and fostering a vibrant commercial environment. This not only
boosts the local economy but also creates a diverse and dynamic
community. For instance, URW often leases space to local
entrepreneurs and small businesses, helping them grow and succeed.
In line with the Better Places roadmap, URW’s policies and approaches
related to communities are under the general supervision of the CRSO
and are supported at the local level by Managing Directors and COOs.
For more information, please see Section 3.2.1.2.1.2 Roles and
responsibilities of the administrative, management and supervisory
bodies with regard to sustainability matters.
Going beyond the Better Places roadmap, URW has for the first time
developed an innovative and multidimensional methodology to quantify
and qualify the impact of URW shopping centres in Europe. Released in
January 2024, this study, the first one published in the retail real estate
industry in the EU, shows the positive footprint the Group has for
communities and for citizens in their daily lives
(1)
. In 2024, URW worked
collaboratively with EY and the Palladio Foundation to extend impact
measurement approaches to the wider real estate and "urban industry"
in France.
In 2020, the results of a study
(2)
conducted on the socio-economic
impact of the Viparis’ activity in the Paris region (Île-de-France) revealed
that 30,000 jobs are estimated to be supported by the events and
tourism generated by Viparis’ operations. In addition, Viparis acts as an
economic partner at a local level by sourcing from near-exclusively
local suppliers and a majority of small and medium-size enterprises
("SMEs").
The CRP are designed and implemented in line with URW’s Human
Rights Policy, which strives to promote international standards such as
the International Bill of Human Rights, the UNGP or the OECD
Guidelines for Responsible Business Conduct. Similarly to other
external stakeholders, the Integrity Line is open for reporting incidents,
and General Managers deploying the CRP in their assets are ensuring
that communication remains open with potentially affected
communities, helping to identify the correct remediation measures
when needed. Please see sub-section "Human rights and labour
conditions" in Section 3.2.3.1.3 Policies related to own workforce. As
stated in its Human Rights Policy, in the context of its US activities, URW
respects the rights of indigenous communities and seek their free, prior
and informed consent when its operations affect their lands or
territories, in line with the principles of the UN Declaration on the Rights
of Indigenous Peoples.
3.2.3.3.4 Processes for engaging with affected
communities about impacts (ESRS S3-2)
Each year, the Group’s owned and managed shopping centres and
airports update their CRP. Within this framework, each shopping centre
management team conducts an in-depth analysis of the key issues
faced by the local community. They identify key stakeholders to
collaborate with, exchanging visions and strategies to address these
issues. The results of this analysis are formalised into a long-term
strategy and translated into short-term, co-constructed projects
tailored to the community’s strengths and vulnerabilities. Each year,
URW tracks the results of its action plans and measures the number of
people supported.
URW regularly holds local community consultations on its CRPs
implemented at asset level. By the same token, URW values
collaboration with expert partners, such as specialised non-profits, in
order to maximise the scale of and expand the reach of the Group’s
social value initiatives. It also ensures that diverse views points and
complementary sets of expertise improve the quality of these initiatives.
In addition to reinforcing the dialogue with local stakeholders, these
processes enable the Group and each asset to improve the monitoring
of its local involvement and enhance its positive impact for the
communities.
Managed by HR teams, the employee Volunteering Programme
initiative is offered to 100% of Group employees. At the Group level,
Community Days are organised to foster engagement, complemented
by smaller opportunities to ensure the best possible participation. URW
focuses on identifying projects of joint interest for local communities
and employees, always supported by NOs. The Group maintains a
platform for monitoring employee contributions and the positive
impacts generated, which also facilitates enrolment and participation
tracking.
3.2.3.3.5 Processes to remediate negative
impacts and channels for affected
communities to raise concerns
(ESRS S3-3)
URW considers the impact on local communities as an opportunity for
its activities.
(1) The Impact Report is available at: https://downloads.eu.ctfassets.net/1e76kztii87u/4eWYvczZ2mm2MNi4OBsMBB/f26421d0bab8c26da95a9f596d9c863e/20240115-urw-
impact-study-europe.pdf
(2) 10 ans d’impact positifs en Île-de-France – Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield au service de la transformation du territoire francilien, published in 2020: https://assets.eu.ctfassets.net/
1e76kztii87u/k6qVmD0qevu1LlfdMWCxy/9ca8669da8d660b3740802173ac51c8a/20200817-urw-10-ans-d-impacts-positifs-en-ile-de-france_onlyfr.pdf
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3.2.3.3.6 Taking action on material impacts on
affected communities, and approaches
to managing material risks and pursuing
material opportunities related
to affected communities,
and effectiveness of those actions (ESRS
S3-4)
Each year, the Group measures the impacts of the actions on affected
communities through different indicators.
URW engaged in various initiatives supporting local employment,
diversity, and social inclusion: in 2024, the Group assisted 21,459
individuals in securing jobs or receiving training, including through job
fairs in France that attracted 10,246 unemployed people.
Besides contributing to local employment, URW supported community
activities in its shopping centres aimed at promoting social cohesion.
These activities included blood drives with 48,100 donations in the UK,
health awareness programs, distribution of meals and goods to
underprivileged groups, and promoting access to cultural projects for
all.156,447 community members participated in these local initiatives.
The Group also implemented local initiatives aimed at having a positive
impact on the environment, such as promoting the circular economy or
creating community gardens.
Overall, close to 730 initiatives were carried out, the Group supported
more than 350 NGOs, and donated more than €35 million in cash or in
kind (physical or digital space, goods, and services) to support these
initiatives.
In 2024, the Group’s Volunteering Programme focused on building
stronger communities through strengthening social inclusion. The
Group’s 2 major yearly social initiatives, URW for Jobs and URW
Community Days continued to be supported by the commitment of
Group employees. In 2024, 74% of the Group’s employees
(1)
volunteered
to support local communities where the Group operates. This
represents over 9,300 volunteering hours delivered by URW employees.
In 2024, no severe human rights issues and incidents connected to
affected communities have been reported or identified by URW.
3.2.3.3.7 Targets related to managing material
negative impacts, advancing positive
impacts, and managing material risks
and opportunities (ESRS S3-5)
In 2023, the Group committed to support its role as a catalyst for
economic and social impact with a target of 15,000 people supported
annually from 2024 through training, social inclusion and employment
opportunities.
The targets have been set by carefully considering the potential impact
of URW on the communities surrounding their centres. This process
involved assessing how URW’s operations affect local communities and
identifying ways to mitigate negative impacts while enhancing positive
ones. URW’s assets and workforce are viewed as catalysts for change,
leveraging their resources and expertise to drive community
development initiatives. By engaging with community stakeholders,
conducting thorough impact assessments, and setting measurable
targets, URW aimed to create sustainable and thriving communities
around their centres. This approach strived to ensure that URW not only
manages material risks and opportunities but also contributes
positively to the social and economic well-being of the communities
they serve.
This target has been set in 2023 with an objective to be achieved for
2024 (only absolute value, no baseline)
The key actions related to it are:
• Continue implementing CRPs for the Group’s assets and ensure the
implementation of the most relevant strategies according to the
needs of local areas; and
• The Group has committed to 80% of Group employees taking part in
the URW Volunteering Programme annually by 2025.
Please see results in the 3.2.3.3.6 Taking action on material impacts on
affected communities, and approaches to managing material risks and
pursuing material opportunities related to affected communities,
andeffectiveness of those actions.
(1) All employees excluding employees on leave of more than 6 months, newcomers (joining after October 1, 2024) and Viparis employees.
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3.2.3.4 Consumers and end-users
(ESRS S4)
URW is an owner, developer and operator of sustainable real estate
assets in dynamic cities across Europe and the United States. The
Group operates 71 shopping centres in 11 countries. These centres
attract over 900 million visitors a year and provide a platform for
retailers and brands to connect with consumer
As an operator of sustainable places that Reinvent Being Together,
URW has a key role to play towards its customers and end-users
defined as visitors of the Group’s destinations and the tenants operating
in its assets. The policies, processes and approaches implemented by
URW are both driven by tenants’ and customers’ expectations in terms
of destinations demonstrating environmental exemplarity (see Section
3.2.2 Environmental information) and an answer to the demand for
more sustainable consumption options.
The Better Places Certification and the Sustainable Retail Index
coverage is defined in Section 3.2.1.1.1 General basis for preparation of
the Sustainability Statement.
3.2.3.4.1 Interests and views of stakeholders
(ESRS 2 SBM-2)
Information on the way URW addresses stakeholders, including tenants
and visitors, can be found in Section 3.2.1.3.2 Interests and views of
stakeholders.
3.2.3.4.2 Material impacts, risks and
opportunities and their interaction with
strategy and business model
(ESRS 2 SBM-3)
URW is an owner, developer and operator of sustainable real estate
assets in dynamic cities in Europe and the United States. The Group
operates 71 shopping centres in 11 countries. These centres attract
over 900 million visits annually and provide a platform for retailers and
brands to connect with consumers. URW has recognised the significant
positive impact its retail assets have in fostering the growth and
development of brands and products that benefit consumers. This
impact is particularly evident in how these assets help consumers
transition towards more sustainable consumption habits. This initiative
is closely aligned with the Sustainable Experience pillar of the Better
Places roadmap, which emphasises creating destinations that support
sustainable living.
URW’s ability to influence the adoption of new sustainable lifestyles is
deeply connected to the appeal of its destinations. By making these
locations attractive and engaging, URW can draw in consumers and
brands that are committed to sustainability. This creates a virtuous
cycle where the popularity of these destinations enhances their role in
promoting sustainable practices. Retailers, who are URW’s tenants,
play a role in maximising the realisation of the Sustainable
Experience pillar. By collaborating with these retailers, URW can
ensure that the products and services offered align with sustainable
values, thereby enhancing the overall impact of their strategy.
Simultaneously, the targeted end-users of this strategy are the visitors.
URW aims to positively influence these visitors by providing them with
sustainable options and experiences. By creating an environment that
encourages and facilitates sustainable consumption, URW can help
visitors transition towards greener lifestyles. Please see Section
3.2.1.4.1 Description of the process to identify and assess material
impacts, risks and opportunities, and Section 6.1.2 Group Enterprise
Risk Management framework, respectively for more detailed
information on the double materiality analysis and the risk identification
process.
As explained in Section 3.2.1.3.1 Strategy, business model and value
chain, and Section 3.2.1.3.3 Material impacts, risks and opportunities
and their interaction with strategy and business model, end-consumers
and end-users have been integrated in URW’s approach and business
model (within the value chain).
3.2.3.4.3 Policies related to consumers and end-
users (ESRS S4-1)
URW sustains the growth and development of brands and products that
positively impact consumers and their ability to transition towards a
more sustainable way of consuming. As a platform and landlord renting
space to retailers, URW has the capacity to support the sustainable
evolution of retail (access to more sustainable products and services)
while meeting the changing needs of consumers. The Group focuses on
3 levers:
• Assess and monitor the sustainable performance of URW’s assets
using the Better Places Certification’s sustainable standards and
criteria, developed in collaboration with external partners (Bureau
Veritas solutions and WWF France). The scope of assets covered is
specified in Section 3.2.1.1.1 General basis for preparation of the
Sustainability Statement;
• Provide transparency and support the sustainable evolution of retail
using a sustainability rating standard, the SRI, co-developed with
Good On You
(1)
and the critical expertise of WWF France
(2)
. This index
provides a dynamic view on retailers’ sustainability commitments,
ambitions and performance at a company, product and store-
operations level. The scope of assets covered is specified in sub-
section "Reporting scopes" in Section 3.2.1.1.1 General basis for
preparation of the Sustainability Statement; and
• Integrate sustainability information at every step of the customer
journey while supporting the development and promotion of the
sustainable offer of tenants, to help customers make better-informed
choices and engage customers through sustainability-driven
experiences, such as the Westfield Good Festival.
To the limited extent applicable, consumers and end-users are included
in the scope of application of URW’s Human Rights Policy
(3)
, which is
aligned with the UNGPs, the OECD Guidelines for Multinational
Enterprises and ILO standards. No cases involving them have been
reported in 2024.
(1) Please access the following link to learn more about the collaboration between Good on You and URW : https://partnerships.goodonyou.eco/case-studies/urw
(2) On the first available retail sectors of the SRI, namely Fashion and associated retail sectors.
(3) Available at : https://www.urw.com/sustainability/csr-documents
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In line with the Better Places roadmap, URW’s policies and approaches
related to consumers and end-users are under the general supervision
of the CRSO and the Chief Customer and Retail Officer, and are
supported at the local level by COOs and Managing Directors. For more
details on the responsibilities on these topics, please see Section
3.2.1.2.1.2 Roles and responsibilities of the administrative, management
and supervisory bodies with regard to sustainability matters.
URW’s policies to address material IROs related to consumers and end-
users are implemented in line with URW’s Human Rights Policy, which
strives to promote international standards such as the International Bill
of Human Rights, the UNGP or the OECD Guidelines for Responsible
Business Conduct. Similarly to other external stakeholders, the
Integrity Line is open for reporting incidents, and General Managers
deploying initiatives in their assets are ensuring that communication
remains open with potentially affected communities, helping to identify
the correct remediation measures when needed.
3.2.3.4.4 Processes for engaging with
consumers and end-users about impacts
(ESRS S4-2)
To understand sustainability perceptions, needs and expectations
within shopping centres, the Group collaborated with external experts
specialised in the retail sector, along with internal experts, to develop
tools that support the transformation of retail towards sustainability.
The Better Places Certification was designed with the support of
Bureau Veritas Solutions and WWF France
(1)
. The Better Places
Certification covers a 360° approach of sustainability-related aspects
on site: from the sustainable performance and sustainable offer at asset
level, to the shops’ sustainable performance and sustainable offer.
With this holistic approach, the Certification encompasses current core
industry standards, such as BREEAM In-Use and Energy Performance
Certificates, while complementing them with 8 additional
environmental and social categories: water use; biodiversity; energy and
climate; waste management; mobility; health, safety and comfort;
sustainable consumption; and communities and local support.
URW leveraged its industry influence and Good On You’s expertise, a
leading sustainability ratings platform for the retail sector, and the
technical and critical expertise of WWF to develop the SRI
methodology.
To measure the integration of sustainability in the customer journey,
URW conducts customer surveys with the loyalty database since 2020
with a specific focus on sustainability-related topics. With the Westfield
Brand Tracker, URW also tracks sustainability perceptions and
expectations for those living within the catchments of Westfield-
branded assets, on a quarterly basis since Q3 2022. Key takeaways,
insights and results from both programmes are leveraged to strengthen
the Company’s customer actions. For instance, these insights guide the
deployment of URW’s Sustainable Experience pillar by informing
decisions on the retail mix and the services offered. This ensures that
the products and services available at URW properties align with
consumer expectations for sustainability. Additionally, the feedback
helps URW to enhance its sustainable offerings, such as eco-friendly
products, green spaces, and recycling facilities, thereby creating a more
sustainable and appealing shopping experience for visitors.
The collaboration with retailers is crucial to match customer needs on
local production, sustainable materials, local initiatives and
partnerships with local associations or actors. On a yearly basis, URW
also conducts tenant satisfaction surveys in each shopping centre were
pursued in 2024 in Continental Europe and the UK, to gather the
tenants’ feedback on key topics such as accessibility, marketing,
security, cleaning, services, sustainability and management of the
shopping centre. 61% of the tenants participated in the survey (5,400
responses), and they expressed an overall satisfaction of 76%. In the US,
General Managers engage on a monthly basis with tenants to assess
their satisfaction and identify areas of improvement.
The URW “Connect” application significantly enhances day-to-day
interactions between the centres, tenants and service providers. This
innovative tool is regularly used to engage with tenants, gather their
feedback, and assess their satisfaction with new services or events. By
facilitating real-time communication and feedback, the application
helps URW to promptly address any issues and continuously improve
the tenant experience. Launched in 2016, the URW “Connect”
application has been widely adopted and is now used in the majority of
URW’s retail assets across Europe and the US. It serves as a platform
for sharing important updates, coordinating activities, and fostering a
collaborative environment among all stakeholders. The application also
supports various operational functions, such as maintenance requests,
event planning, and promotional activities, making it an indispensable
tool for efficient centre management. By leveraging the capabilities of
the URW “Connect” application, URW ensures that tenants and service
providers are well-informed, engaged and satisfied, ultimately
contributing to the overall success and sustainability of its shopping
centres.
(1) WWF France shared its expertise and critical-friend vision on the biodiversity, water, mobility, energy, sustainable consumption and climate aspects of the criteria.
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3.2.3.4.5 Processes to remediate negative
impacts and channels for consumers
and end-users to raise concerns
(ESRS S4-3)
In addition to the satisfaction surveys used to assess tenants’ and
customers’ views on URW, the Group is committed to maintaining open
lines of communication with consumers and end-users. To this end,
URW has established multiple channels for raising concerns and
providing feedback. These channels include customer service desks at
URW retail properties, dedicated email addresses and social media
platforms. The Integrity Line, which offers a confidential and
anonymous way to report issues, is available to all external
stakeholders, including consumers and end-users. URW ensures that
all concerns are promptly addressed, and feedback is systematically
used to enhance its operations and services.
To measure the effectiveness of these communication channels,
shopping centre management and marketing teams regularly reviews
the volume and nature of the feedback received. This data helps the
Group to continuously improve its customer service processes and
ensure that the channels remain effective and user-friendly.
Furthermore, URW has robust policies in place to protect the privacy
and personal information of individuals using these channels. These
policies comply with relevant data protection regulations and ensure
that all personal data is handled securely and responsibly. For more
information, please refer to Section 2.4.7 Data protection.
For more information on URW’s Integrity Line, please see sub-section
"whistleblowing platform: URW integrity line" in Section 2.4.4
Compliance programme.
3.2.3.4.6 Taking action on material impacts on
consumers and end-users, and
approaches to managing material risks
and pursuing material opportunities
related to consumers and end-users,
and effectiveness of those
actions (ESRS S4-4)
Regarding sustainable consumption, the Better Places Certification
relies on the assessment of 96 criteria. Each of assets will receive a
rating from A to E, demonstrating the progress they have made in their
sustainability performance. The Certification is designed to highlight
each centre’s commitments and inform consumers and communities
about the steps being taken at their shopping centre to promote
sustainability and sustainable consumption. The backbone of the
strategy is to deploy the Better Places Certification across in-scope
European retail assets and, once the assets are certified, continuing to
implement measures to improve the asset rating as part of a continuous
improvement approach.
Launched in 2023, the SRI provides a dynamic and detailed view on
retailers’ sustainability commitments and performance. It assesses
retailers in 2 ways, each of which makes up the SRI score:
• Brand rating (making up 75% of the SRI score): each brand is assessed
on up to 1,000 data points across critical social and environmental
issues, based on publicly disclosed information leveraging
GoodOnYou methodology
(1)
; and
• In-store practices (25% of the SRI score): store-level data examines
consumer-facing retail practices, gathered by an external auditor in
each shopping centre.
Each retailer receives one of 5 labels, relative to the best performers
within the same industry: Leader (5/5); Advanced (4/5); Active (3/5);
Starter (2/5); and Inactive (1/5).
URW aims to expand the rated perimeter of the SRI by increasing its
coverage rate, in line with the Better Places targets. This involves
setting specific improvement goals for regional teams and closely
monitoring their progress with involved teams.
While Group and regional-level SRI scores will be shared annually,
individual retailers scores are not disclosed publicly but support
discussions with URW’s partners on their sustainability transition.
URW is actively developing the SRI methodology, with a target of
increasing coverage by expanding to new retail sectors by the end of
2027, such as Home, Technology, Food & Beverage Services retailers.
The Better Places Certification and SRI initiatives are assisting URW in
addressing consumer needs, ensuring the Group’s offer aligns to their
ever-increasing expectation for sustainable places and products.
To complement that, each shopping centre hosts a wide array of on-site
sustainability-oriented experiences such as the Westfield Good
Festival.
In addition, URW has signed a partnership with WWF France including a
key objective to raise visitor awareness. This partnership is enabling
URW to raise public awareness on responsible consumption and WWF’s
missions and encourage visitors to actively support actions to protect
nature and biodiversity as well as to raise funds for WWF. URW
welcomed WWF to speak and communicate in its Westfield centres
during the Westfield Good Festivals in Austria, Poland and France.
(1) How We Rate Brands – Good On You.
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3.2.3.4.7 Targets related to managing material
negative impacts, advancing positive
impacts, and managing material risks
and opportunities (ESRS S4-5)
In line with the policies described above, to accelerate the transition
towards more sustainable experiences, URW has set 3 main targets in
its Better Places roadmap’s Sustainable Experiences pillar:
• Better Places Certification
- 10 assets certified by the end of 2024; and
- All assets
(1)
certified by 2027.
• SRI
- Roll-out on 70% of eligible revenues
(2)
by the end of 2024; and
- Covering 100% of eligible revenues
(2)
by the end of 2027.
• By 2025, all assets will host at least 1 annual campaign or event to
raise sustainable awareness, such as the Westfield Good Festival.
In 2024, the SRI was extended, on top of the Fashion
(3)
sector, to cover
Health & Beauty and General Services
(4)
for which the methodologies
were developed respectively in 2023 and 2024, with assessments
conducted in 2024. As a result, the SRI covered 70% of European
eligible revenues
(4)
, in line with its 2024 target.
On top of this, the SRI was also extended to the Group portfolio in the US.
At Group level, the SRI covered 66% of Group eligible revenues
(5)
and
represents approximatively 3,900 stores and 1,000 brands.
TheSustainable Experiencestargets have been designed to meet the
expectations of retailers and visitors. These targets reflect a
comprehensive understanding of the diverse needs and aspirations of
each group:
• Retailers: URW’s tenants are essential for implementing
sustainable practices. The Group targets are designed to support
retailers in offering more sustainable products and services, thereby
enhancing their contribution to a sustainable future. The SRI and the
Westfield Good Festival aim to accompany the development of
retailers’ sustainable offerings by promoting best practices and
advancing meaningful changes. URW actively collaborates with
retailers to share knowledge, provide resources and facilitate the
adoption of innovative sustainable practices. This includes organising
workshops, offering marketing support for sustainable initiatives,
and creating platforms for retailers to showcase their eco-friendly
products. Acting as a platform for change, URW strives to support
retailers to meet the growing demand for sustainability, ultimately
benefiting both the retailers and the broader community.
• Visitors: The ultimate aim is to positively influence visitors by
providing them with sustainable options and experiences. The targets
are tailored to encourage visitors to adopt more sustainable
consumption habits and choices, by making it easier and appealing.In
setting these targets, URW has considered the overall market
expectations of consumers for sustainable lifestyles. It is based on
the expectations expressed by visitors, which are captured through
both general customer expectation studies conducted by URW
Marketing teams and consumer surveys specifically dedicated to
sustainability among customers from the loyalty base. This involves
understanding the growing demand for environmentally friendly
products and services, as well as the increasing awareness and
preference for sustainability among consumers. By aligning the
targets with these market expectations, URW ensures that its
initiatives resonate with visitors and effectively promote sustainable
living.
In 2024, 22 Westfield-branded centres in Europe and 15 in the US held
the second edition of the Westfield Good Festival a flagship annual
event. This second edition offered to visitors a mix of sustainability-
themed experiences and activities including workshops, second-hand
markets, influencer talks and pop-up stores, delivered in partnership
with more than 120 brands, NGOs and local organisations. The Festival
also showcased the winner of the People’s Choice Award at the 2023
Westfield Grand Prix (in France, the UK, Spain, Germany and Austria).
(1) Please refer to the following section where the scope is presented: 3.2.1.1.1 General basis for preparation of the Sustainability Statement.
(2) Revenues in Minimum Guaranteed Rents and Sales Based Rents Standing European Retail assets; eligible revenues in the following categories: Fashion Apparel, Sport Apparel,
Jewellery, Bags & Footwear & Accessories, Health & Beauty, General Services (Fitness, Entertainment), Home, Culture & Technology, Food & Beverage Services.
(3) Fashion Apparel, Sport Apparel, Jewellery, Bags & Footwear & Accessories.
(4) Fitness, Entertainment.
(5) Revenues in Minimum Guaranteed Rents and Sales Based Rents excluding VAT standing European retail assets from July 2024; eligible revenues from the following
categories or retailers: Fashion+, Health & Beauty, General Services (Fitness, Entertainment), Home, Culture & Technology and Food & Beverage Services.
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3.2.4 Governance information – business
conduct (ESRS G1)
3.2.4.1 The role of the administrative,
supervisory and management
bodies (ESRS 2 GOV-1)
For more detailed information, please refer to Section 3.2.1.2.1 The role
of the administrative, management and supervisory bodies, and Section
2.2 Management and Supervisory bodies.
3.2.4.2 Business conduct policies and
corporate culture (ESRS G1-1)
Through its Code of Ethics, URW is committed to strong ethical core
values when it comes to how it conducts its day-to-day business in an
ethical, transparent and fair manner.
The GRC supports the development of a risk culture within the Group,
promotes open discussion regarding key risks, integrates risk
management into the organisation’s objectives and compensation
structure, and creates a corporate culture such that people at all levels
manage risks.
For more detailed information, please see Section 2.4.4 Compliance
programme, and Section 2.4.5 Anti-Corruption programme.
3.2.4.2.1 Anti-Corruption Programme
The Group is committed to conducting its business in compliance with
the applicable anti-corruption laws and to fighting against all forms of
corruption such as bribery, extortion or solicitation, and influence-
peddling, whether the intended recipient, extorter or solicitor of a bribe
is a public official, a politician, or a private individual or company. URW
aims to combat and prevent corruption and embezzlement by
implementing an anti-corruption programme. The ACP has been
created to comply with applicable laws, such as the French Sapin II Law,
the UK Bribery Act and the US Foreign Corrupt Practices Act.
The GCO assisted by Local Compliance Correspondents (“LCCs”) (EU
platform) and the Compliance Officer of URW NV (US platform) is
responsible for the proper implementation of the Compliance
programme throughout the Group.
URW has developed a framework relying on several dedicated
procedures, policies, tools and processes to fight against corruption.
The Group ACP provides a comprehensive view of this framework to
prevent, detect and respond to the risk of corruption and is available on
the Group’s intranet.
Reporting directly to the CEO, the GCO promotes higher ethical
standards by implementing key processes within the ACP such as the
Know Your Partner due diligence for assessing compliance with trade
sanctions and business partners' integrity and reputation, the Gift and
Entertainment Policy, donation and sponsorship procedures, and
prohibiting facilitation payments.
At the local level, LCCs (EU platform) are appointed by the GCO in
agreement with the Group General Counsel, whereas the Compliance
Officer of URW NV (US platform) is appointed by the MB of URW NV.
The ACP includes a corruption risk mapping of the activities within the
Group and its regions, such as the regulatory landscape, as well as
transactions and relationships with third parties. The MB strictly
enforces the Group’s zero-tolerance principle regarding violations of
the ACP.
URW has conducted a comprehensive identification of departments/
activities potentially exposed to corruption within the organisation such
as:
• Investments/divestments;
• Development/Construction;
• Procurement;
• Intermediaries; and
• Public Affairs/Sponsorship and Donation.
Risk scenarios have been assessed using URW’s internal corruption risk
mapping methodology. Internal Audit teams perform periodic reviews
on the effective implementation of the anti-corruption due diligence on a
random basis all over the Group.
The Code of Ethics clearly states that the Group’s economic success is
based on a strong relationship and regular consultations with its
stakeholders: tenants, customers, investors, local communities,
suppliers and contractors, as well as employees. In addition to the ACP,
the Code of Ethics outlines that URW acts as a catalyst for growth within
the communities in which it operates. The ACP and all mechanisms
preventing corruption are crucial in mitigating negative impacts. The
ACP helps reduce unequal treatment of stakeholders and supports
social stability in the Group’s projects. These strong relationships are
based on the highest standards of integrity, accountability and respect
for stakeholders. The overarching objective of all business and
corruption mechanisms is zero tolerance for corruption such as any
incident or violation of the Code of Ethics, the ACP, the Anti-Money
Laundering Programme or any related policy. It is applicable every year.
For more detailed information, please see Section 2.4.5 Anti-Corruption
Programme.
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3.2.4.2.2 Whistleblowing platform:
URW Integrity Line
Preventing any form of disreputable conduct is key for URW. Being able
to report any breaches of the Law or the Code of Ethics at URW is
possible through different methods. It can be through management or
the URW Integrity Line.
As expressed in the URW Integrity Line and Whistleblowing
Statement
(1)
, when a concern is reported through the URW Integrity
Line, the GCO confidentially reviews the concern and sends a receipt
confirmation to the whistleblower. The GCO confirms whether the
incident falls under the scope of whistleblower alerts, provides an
estimated timeline and next steps, and requests additional information
if needed. The purpose of the investigation is to address concerns
confidentially and objectively and to take action to stop any reported
wrongdoing. For more detailed information, please see sub-section
“Whistleblowing platform: URW Integrity Line” of Section 2.4.4
Compliance programme, or the URW Integrity Line and Whistleblowing
Statement itself, available on URW's website. In line with The Directive
(EU) 2019/1937 of the European Parliament and of the Council of
October 23, 2019, on the protection of persons who report breaches of
Union law, URW encourages employees' and third parties' openness
and transparency and will support anyone who raises genuine concerns,
even if they turn out to be mistaken. URW is committed to ensuring that
reporters do not suffer retaliation and that no one suffers any
detrimental treatment as a result of reporting their suspicion that an
offence is or may be taking place in any part of URW's business or in any
of its supply chains or with any of its third parties. Internal procedures
are in place to anticipate, identify and prevent any infringement on
employees’ human rights and freedoms. These include, for instance,
clear rules against any form of discrimination along with anti-
harassment and anti-bullying practices including a whistleblowing
hotline accessible 24/7 to all employees.
All employees and contractors are invited to report cases or suspicions
of criminal activity, violations of national and international laws, any
serious threat or harm to the general interest of URW, or breaches of the
Group Code of Ethics or other internal policies, by using the Group’s
whistleblowing platform, the Integrity Line. The platform is hosted by
an external provider and is available 24/7 from any location worldwide
in all spoken languages within the Group (https://urw.integrityline.org/).
The whistleblowing platform allows anonymous reporting and ensures
strict confidentiality of the identity of the reporter. The Group policy is to
guarantee to not discipline, discriminate or retaliate against any
employee or other person who in good faith reports information related
to a violation. The Group Whistleblowing Policy has been developed to
comply with articles 6, 8 and 17 of the French Law No. 2016-1691 of
December 9, 2016, called “Sapin II” as well applicable data protection
regulation in the relevant jurisdiction. The monitoring of this policy is
under the responsibility of the GCO in collaboration with the Compliance
Officer of URW NV for the US Platform (see Section 2.4.7 Data
protection).
3.2.4.2.3 Training
To enhance awareness and embed a culture of compliance within the
Group, mandatory online training focused on ethics, compliance, the
Anti-Corruption Program (PAC), and the prevention of influence
peddling is provided annually to employees. In 2023, the Executive
Committee was trained in the anti-corruption program. As of December
31, 2024, 84.2% of URW employees had completed this online training.
In addition to the online training, more than 550 employees participated
in in-person training that included practical case studies to tailor
responses to specific risk situations relevant to their activities. These
training sessions are extensive and deployed across all our assets,
addressing both recurring themes and evolving topics each year. In
2024, specific training sessions were organized for employees
conducting due diligence on our third parties, including a demonstration
of the internal third-party assessment tool. Furthermore, training
covered the entire anti-corruption program and best practices for the
purchasing and logistics teams at Viparis, a specific session on
respecting human rights and preventing forced labour, as well as a
dedicated training on using the internal whistleblower hotline for
employees based in the United States. The percentage of high-risk
employees trained on anti-corruption is not available for 2024. Work is
in progress and the Group will report on this topic in 2025.
For more detailed information, please see Section 2.4.5 Anti-Corruption
Programme.
Regarding the Convention & Exhibition activity, Viparis exercises in
France a significant leadership on exhibition centres in the Greater Paris
area, with a strict supervision process by the DGCCRF. Viparis’
employees and managers are required to follow regular training
courses and an annual online training module on ethics and Viparis’
Anti-Corruption Programme (“Viparis ACP”), intended to raise
awareness on situations presenting a risk of corruption, to guide and
explain how to comply with the Code of Ethics and the Viparis ACP.
3.2.4.2.4 Relations with public administrations
URW maintains a clear and well-defined Group-wide approach
regarding its interactions with public administrations, as outlined in its
Code of Ethics. This approach emphasises the importance of:
• Conflicts of interest: URW is committed to identifying and managing
any potential conflicts of interest to ensure that decisions are made in
the best interest of the Company and its stakeholders. Particular
attention is given to gifts and entertainment when interacting with
public officials.
• Facilitation payments: The Group prohibits facilitation payments in
any country where it operates.
• Transparency: The Group upholds the highest standards of
transparency in all its dealings with public administrations, ensuring
that all actions and communications are open, honest and accurately
documented.
• Adherence to rules: URW strictly adheres to all relevant laws,
regulations and internal policies, ensuring that our interactions with
public administrations are conducted ethically and legally.
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By following these principles, URW aims to foster trust and integrity in
its relationships with public administrations, with a zero tolerance for
corruption.
3.2.4.3 Management of relationships with
suppliers (ESRS G1-2)
Being a substantial buyer, URW is aware of the importance of driving
industry standards and works on integrating sustainability further in its
supply chain. Given the size of its portfolio, the Group works with a large
number of suppliers and contractors.
URW became a signatory to the UNGC in 2004, thus committing to
adopting, upholding and enacting within its sphere of influence the 10
universally recognised principles relating to human rights, labour laws,
environmental protection and anti-corruption. In addition to this, URW
annually issues a Modern Slavery Statement available at
https://modernslaveryregister.gov.au/. In 2023, the Group rolled-out a
Responsible Purchasing Charter and a Human Rights Policy covering its
interactions with suppliers.
3.2.4.3.1 Mapping of the sustainability risk in the
supply chain
Purchases at URW can be split into 3 categories:
• Corporate overheads, including office management, business travel,
consultancy and audit fees, corporate communication and public
relations costs, ICT and other administrative costs. This covers all
Group staff and regional headquarters;
• Operating costs, services provided to properties for daily on- site
operations, such as cleaning, maintenance, security, waste
management, energy and fluid provision, and marketing expenses
(OPEX paid by the property owner or manager and mostly passed
onto tenants as service charges); and
• Capitalised construction works invested in properties for 3 main
purposes: new development or enhancement works, maintenance
works or reletting works (CAPEX paid by the property owner); these
mainly include purchases from constructors, fees for architects,
designers and engineering firms, and insurance premiums.
Capitalised construction works are non-recurring expenses
depending on development activity.
Purchases consist principally of OPEX and CAPEX for the operation and
development of properties (overheads being a small part of the overall
expenses).
To strengthen its approach to responsible procurement, URW
established a mapping of sustainability-related risks in its supply chain
in 2021. This mapping allows URW to understand and identify key risks
related to sustainability in its upstream value chain and allows the
Group to define and implement action plans to manage these risks. The
mapping has involved key representatives of functions with high
procurement volumes (such as development teams or technical teams)
as well as the Group Compliance team. The mapping covers 10 key
procurement categories under 11 risk categories (resources
consumption, pollution, waste generation, climate change, biodiversity,
illegal/forced work, discrimination/harassment, working time/salary,
H&S, data protection, and corruption), with distinction between
countries. This mapping includes mapping of the main existing risk
management measures already in place within the Group. The double
materiality analysis also integrated the outcomes of this risk mapping.
The high ESG risk supplier categories remain the ones related to
construction. These suppliers are particularly exposed to
environmental (raw material sourcing, access to resources, waste
management and carbon emissions), social (labour practices, including
worker safety, fair wages, and working conditions) and governance risks
(compliance with regulations, ethical business practices, and
transparency).
Please refer to Section 3.2.1.3.3 Material impacts, risks and
opportunities and their interaction with strategy and business model.
3.2.4.3.2 Sustainable purchasing approach
URW, as a major buyer, emphasises the importance of setting industry
standards and encourages its suppliers and service providers to adopt
more sustainable practices both in development and in standing
operations supplies. Given the size of its portfolio, the Group works with
a complex supplier network composed of many suppliers, contractors
and subcontractors. URW’s sustainable purchasing strategy focuses on
selecting responsible suppliers, implementing the Responsible
Purchasing Charter along with additional local initiatives, and
incorporating specific sustainability clauses in contracts. This approach
also ensures it is not exposed to the risk of depending on only a few
strategic suppliers.
URW’s governance of supply chain and purchasing is a comprehensive
coordination effort that involves the Sustainability team, the
Compliance team, and the relevant purchasing departments. In
countries where there is a dedicated purchaser, these departments
work closely together to ensure that all procurement activities align
with URW’s sustainability goals and compliance standards. This
collaborative approach ensures that purchasing decisions are made
with a focus on ethical practices, environmental responsibility, and
adherence to regulatory requirements. It is the responsibility of the
Regional Managing Director and Regional COOs in Europe and in the US
to prepare, update and implement a documented purchasing procedure
(challenging process) in strict compliance with the URW Responsible
Purchasing Charter and the Code of Ethics. In 2024, URW launched a
task force for the Group to anticipate the next steps to prepare for the
CS3D regulation, including the associated risks.
URW’s purchasing approach is designed to comply with the following
rules: fairness, focus on quality, long-term partnerships, reduced risk
and the respect for applicable regulations. In addition to the principles
and rules detailed in the Group procedures and Compliance Book (and
specifically in the Code of Ethics and the ACP), all purchases must
comply with the applicable local laws and regulations, especially labour
and environmental laws. These local laws and regulations notably
include the respect of the UK and Australian Modern Slavery Acts and
anti-discrimination clauses in the US.
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To secure the proper application of these rules, in the case of a tender
process and over the term of a contract, the supplier can contact the
GCO at any time to raise and submit a complaint, in accordance with the
Group’s whistleblowing procedure. The URW corporate Internal Audit
team carries out regular audits across the Group to validate the
thorough application of the Group’s procurement guidelines.
In 2024, URW was again identified as a global leader for engaging with
its suppliers on climate change, being awarded a position on the 2023
Supplier Engagement Assessment Leaderboard by global
environmental impact non-profit CDP. URW was recognised to be
among the top 17% of organisations assessed by CDP.
Selection of suppliers
The Group-wide purchasing procedure guarantees an optimised price
for the best level of service while securing an equal treatment among
providers/suppliers. It states that the suppliers of all goods and services
must be selected fairly on the basis of objective, comparable criteria
and, when relevant, according to procedures relating to invitations to
tender. Prospective business partners are screened in line with the
“Know Your Partner” procedure of the Group. As part of this due
diligence, the Group evaluates any violations with respect to
international sanctions, environmental misconduct, suspected or
confirmed act of corruption, illegal employment of migrant workers,
child labour, human trafficking and modern slavery, and any red flags
identified are escalated with the Compliance department. In addition,
these environmental and social factors are of particular importance to
the Group in its choice of suppliers.
Each purchasing step is duly documented for traceability. In both
Europe and the US, URW uses web-based solutions to manage services
procurement in the standing portfolio. It makes the procedures of URW
more robust, facilitates new and direct collaboration between all
stakeholders, ensures the transparency required for all purchasing
decisions, helps operational teams to select providers, and facilitates
the sharing of best practices and risks mitigation. This solution secures
the administrative management for the whole purchasing cycle.
Responsible Purchasing Charter
At the Group scale, in 2023, URW rolled-out a Responsible Purchasing
Charter (the latest version is available on URW’s website) to clearly
define its commitments and requirements to direct and indirect
suppliers, in terms of human rights guarantees, adequate wages, H&S,
sustainability, fair competition, business integrity and the prevention of
any form of corruption. The Charter aims to offer a framework to
appropriately monitor URW’s suppliers’ policies, commitments and, if
needed, corrective actions taken. The Charter is meant to be a
contractually binding document between URW and its suppliers. For the
sake of reciprocity, URW also endeavours to comply with all
requirements set forth in this Charter, where applicable to its own
operations. Since the end of 2024, the Charter is integrated in the
purchase order templates for all geographies, to reinforce the coverage
and expand the scope of purchases that can be covered.
Local approaches
Some local initiatives supplement the Group Responsible Purchasing
Charter:
• In France, in 2014, the Group signed the “Responsible Procurement
Charter”, an initiative led by the French administration. This Charter,
structured around 10 commitments, aims to promote best practices
for more responsible purchases and a more balanced and
cooperative relationship between large companies and their
providers;
• Since 2020, in Sweden, URW has implemented the Swedish property
industry’s Code of Conduct for suppliers in its purchasing processes.
This ensures suppliers and their subcontractors meet sustainability
and responsibility standards, covering environmental preservation,
working conditions, social conditions, and business ethics. Suppliers
must sign the Code of Conduct (preservation of the environment, the
working environment and social conditions and business ethics and
compliance) and complete an annual self-evaluation questionnaire to
demonstrate compliance. An equivalent approach is followed for
construction activities;
• In the UK, URW enforces a scoring matrix based on a detailed
questionnaire, to underpin its objectives towards the due diligence
required by the Modern Slavery Act. The scoring matrix is made of
different criteria weighted to provide a score and contribute to an
early identification of at-risk suppliers. URW monitor suppliers’
commitment to a set of criteria when providing goods or services to
URW;
• Viparis focuses on responsible purchasing to achieve its objectives,
partnering closely with local suppliers, mainly SMEs, in the Île-de-
France region. Viparis enforces a strict compliance with labour laws,
H&S, DEI and environmental standards through its Supplier Charter
and Responsible Purchasing Policy. Viparis evaluates tenders using a
sustainability questionnaire. They conduct “Know Your Partner”
screenings and sustainability assessments via internal
questionnaires or EcoVadis, followed by improvement action plans.
Viparis also performs annual audits under ISO 20121 certification and
has trained its purchasing team in responsible practices; and
• The URW Airports division has a Supplier Diversity Network
Programme to connect disadvantaged businesses in the airport
industry with bidding opportunities. It aims to support and grow
diverse participation, focusing on people of colour, women, LGBTQ
individuals, and historically marginalised communities. The division
invests in partnerships to develop diverse talent across all business
levels and empowers students, employees, and disadvantaged youth
for career advancement. Initiatives like “URW Serves” and Project
Destined highlight their commitment to impactful community
causes.
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Inclusion of sustainability criteria in contractual
clauses
General Purchasing Conditions apply for all the countries in which URW
operates, although they vary between Continental Europe, the UK and
the US, according to local requirements. A clause is also automatically
included in these conditions, requiring suppliers to abide by the Group’s
Code of Ethics provisions, including complying with applicable laws and
regulation, prevention of all forms of corruption and discrimination,
respect for human dignity and for employees’ work, preservation of the
environment, and reporting practices that are in breach of these
principles using the contact procedure provided by the Group.
In Continental Europe, for standing assets, service providers
(particularly cleaning, multi-technical maintenance and security
companies), are asked to sign the General Purchasing Conditions
attached to each contract. This includes a sustainability clause covering
all environmental issues, notably improved energy efficiency,
responsible waste management and the use of environmentally friendly
products and materials, and which ensures the protection of social and
labour rights, including a commitment to comply with the conventions
and standards of the ILO and with local employment legislation.
In the UK, the standard service agreement includes a commitment to
comply with all relevant safety, labour and environment (including but
not restricted to waste and water management) legislation, with the
site environmental management accreditation (ISO 14001) and with
best practices in these areas.
In the US, clauses require the suppliers not to engage in any direct or
indirect form of human trafficking, slavery, or forced or involuntary
labour.
In France, 2 addenda to the General Purchasing Conditions reinforce the
existing sustainability provisions, specifying the efforts and results
expected in terms of environmental and social performance: an
“environmental clauses addendum” and a “professional integration
clauses addendum”. The latter, which was introduced in 2018, commits
service providers to fostering the professional integration of people
remote from the job market. It requires service providers to commit and
make major efforts in this field when providing services within the
Group’s assets. Specific targets are set in association with the Group, to
adapt professional integration ambitions to the scope and business of
each supplier, to secure genuine pathways leading to careers or
qualifications, and diversified recruitment channels. The ambitions are
regularly reviewed. In this addendum, providers also agree to recruit
most of their staff from communities located close to the place where
the contract is being fulfilled, and to take part in the Group’s URW for
Jobs recruitment events (see Section 3.2.3.3.6 Taking action on
material impacts on affected communities, and approaches to
managing material risks and pursuing material opportunities related to
affected communities, and effectiveness of those actions). Finally,
signatory providers agree to prepare and send to the Group a summary
of the professional integration actions implemented, and results
obtained in each of the Group assets in which they operate.
To further the potential positive impact that URW expects to have on
value chain workers, the push for professional integration clauses aims
at improving the working conditions on URW construction sites. The
contractor collects and provides it monthly reports on the number of
effective professional integration hours and before the end of the
following month, all documents containing all useful information
(monthly certificate, hiring date, type of contract, position held, proof of
eligibility of the recruited persons, etc.) that allow the control of the
execution and the evaluation of the actions carried out during the
quarter.
High-risk suppliers
For high-risk suppliers meaning construction suppliers, URW
establishes dedicated purchasing practices for development in Europe
(except the UK and Italy) regardless of asset ownership. These
practices encompass goods, works and services, including design and
construction and is guided by the following principles:
• Equal treatment of suppliers to protect partners’ interests and
adhere to approved project budgets;
• Mandatory tender process required except in cases where justified
reasons exist for one-to-one negotiations or for urgent purchases
under €50,000;
• Mandatory administrative clauses such as:
- Compliance with URW Development Contractual Guidelines;
- Limitation of subcontracting to a maximum of 2 levels;
- Inclusion of clauses to combat illegal employment;
- Adherence to H&S provisions relevant to operations; and
- Commitment to reducing the carbon footprint of development
projects, particularly during the asset development phase. This
includes considering carbon impact in the selection of construction
techniques, materials and technical solutions (see Section 3.2.2.2.7
Targets related to climate change mitigation and adaptation).
Sustainable materials in development projects
As outlined by its internal sustainability guidelines for development
projects, by supporting the development of new construction materials,
URW strives to position itself as an innovative leader in sustainable
construction, driving demand for alternative materials, such as low
carbon concrete, bio-based materials or traditional materials with very
high recycled content. For more information on URW’s approach to the
procurement of innovative, alternative and recycled materials, please
see sub-section “Sustainability Guidelines for development projects” in
Section 3.2.2.5.2 Policies related to resource use and circular economy.
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Positive impact linked to the supply chain and
local supply chains
URW’s Impact Report
(1)
highlighted that its purchases have a positive
impact on local communities and suppliers:
• For every job directly created by URW, 65 additional jobs are
supported in URW’s centres and across Europe (including retailers,
suppliers, etc.).
• For every euro directly generated by URW, an additional €9 is
generated within the economy by our centres (including retailers,
suppliers, etc.).
The majority of URW’s purchases are made locally. For example, assets
and corporate offices primarily source from suppliers within their
country of origin. This demonstrates that URW is not significantly
exposed to suppliers in countries with less stringent standards
regarding working conditions and environmental protection, as most
suppliers are based in the EU or the US. OPEX and CAPEX mostly
comprise labour-intensive services and to that extent are purchases
that cannot be relocated. Most of the supply chain is composed of local
companies or subsidiaries that support the local economy. In addition,
wherever possible, the buyers favour local purchases in the catchment
area of the Group’s assets in order to contribute to employment and
local economic development.
3.2.4.4 Prevention and detection of
corruption and bribery (ESRS G1-3)
The Group has implemented robust internal mechanisms to prevent,
detect and monitor potential risks of engaging in practices that could
lead to corruption or bribery, such as the ACP, the Anti-Money
Laundering Programme and the Group Code of Ethics. The GCO is
responsible for overseeing and enforcing these policies. The GCO is
appointed by the SB of URW SE upon recommendation of the Chief
Executive Officer (“CEO”). To ensure full independence, the GCO reports
to the CEO and the Chairman of the SB. The detailed governance
framework is available in Section 2.4 Ethics and compliance within the
Group. The GCO reports all material compliance breaches to the SB.
The Annual Compliance Report and, if any, dedicated incident reports
related to compliance matters, are brought to the attention of the SB for
discussion. Promoting compliance awareness from the top on a
recurring basis is one of the MB and Group Compliance Officer’s
responsibility in line with the ethics and compliance framework.
The Group’s policies are available on the intranet for internal
distribution. The Code of Ethics has been distributed and communicated
to all employees. Additionally, online training covers the Group’s
compliance policies, and the Compliance team organises
anti-corruption events, such as “Compliance Days,” to raise awareness
about fighting corruption.
The Integrity Line, the Group’s internal alert system, is communicated
through the intranet and our public website. It is accessible to all third
parties via contracts or dedicated communications, including current, past
and prospective employees, shareholders, directors, Board members,
independent contractors, consultants, agents, volunteers and vendors.
Throughout the year, the Compliance team has conducted several in-
person training sessions on various topics. For example, the US team
received training on the importance of whistleblowing and the non-
retaliation principle adopted by URW. In France, training focused on
identifying third parties and conducting proper due diligence.
While the MB plays a key role in the ACP and sets the tone from the top,
the SB receives regular awareness sessions on the Compliance
Programme and its effectiveness. Additionally, all employees are
trained to identify and distinguish situations that could be associated
with corruption and money laundering. The compulsory online training,
“Compliance in Actions!” includes a clear reminder of the Group’s zero-
tolerance principle.
For further information on the Group’s policies and commitments
against corruption, bribery and fraud, please refer to Section 2.4 Ethics
and compliance within the URW Group, and Section 6.2.2.5 Category #5:
legal and regulatory risks.
For more detailed information, please see Section 2.4.5 Anti-Corruption
Programme.
3.2.4.5 Incidents of corruption or bribery
(ESRS G1-4)
In 2024, URW has no confirmed incidents in which its own workers were
dismissed or disciplined for corruption or bribery-related incidents.
Additionally, there have been no confirmed incidents where contracts
with business partners were terminated or not renewed due to
violations related to corruption or bribery. Furthermore, there are no
public legal cases regarding corruption or bribery brought against the
Company or its workers during the reporting period, including cases
initiated in previous years where the outcome was established in the
current reporting period. In 2024, there were no convictions or fines
related to sanctions linked to ethics or anti-corruption for URW.
For more information on URW’s approach to bribery and corruption,
please refer to Section 2.4.5 Anti-Corruption Programme.
(1) Analysis based on 2022 figures for Europe. Methodology defined by PwC Strategy & to measure the total impact of the centres, i.e. direct (URW activity), indirect (URW Tier-1 and
Tier-2 suppliers), induced (resulting from direct and indirect consumption) and hosted (linked to URW tenants). The contribution to GDP is estimated as the sum of direct (reflecting
URW’s production, value added and employment), indirect (created in other sectors by the purchase of products or services from suppliers), induced (created by the consumption of
employees whose jobs were created thanks to URW’s activity), and hosted (resulting from tenant sales). The tax contribution is estimated as the sum of property and other local
taxes, employee and employer social security contributions, income tax and social security contributions (suppliers, tenants), suppliers’ corporate income tax, tenants’ corporate
income tax and VAT generated by tenants’ sales.
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3.2.4.6 Payment practices (ESRS G1-6)
The policy to prevent late payments is to align with all local regulations
regarding payment terms, regardless of the size of the company,
reflecting a commitment to fostering strong, mutually beneficial
relationships with suppliers. Measures include advance payments for
ancillary services, automated late payment reminders, penalties for
late payments, and monitoring by a special "default" committee which
decides on pre-litigation or litigation actions. As actions and policies are
applied to all companies equally, URW has no specific approach
towards SMEs.
The company is committed in its Code of ethics to complying with the
laws and regulations of the countries in which it operates. It has local
payment procedures and adequate payment systems in place to
monitor payment deadlines. URW is working on establishing a Group
policy to among other prevent payment delays starting in 2025,
particularly through procurement guidelines distributed across all
countries.
URWis operating across 10 countries in Europe and for each,has put in
place processes to comply with legal payment terms in place - the later
varying between 30 and 60 days depending on geographies. Note that
there is no legal payment terms in the US. The weighted average
payment term over 2024 in Europe stands at 27 days and 88% of the
payments have been made within applicable terms. At Group level
(including US), the weighted average payment term over 2024 stands at
28 days
(1)
.
Following the first application of the CSRD for year 2024, and with
respect to payment terms data collection, the Group will seek in 2025
to harmonize the methodology and to enhance scope exhaustivity
(invoices) across geographies.
As at December 31
st
2024, no litigation regarding payment delays has
been recorded by the Group.
(1) Payment terms have been calculated on the basis of invoices received in 2024 and with a term ending before 31.12.2024 ; without distinction linked to the category of supplier,
on the basis of the legal terms applicable in each country.
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3.2.5 Report on the certification of sustainability information and verification of the
disclosure requirements under Article 8 of Regulation (EU) 2020/852 of Unibail-
Rodamco-Westfield SE
Year ended December 31, 2024
This is a translation into English of the statutory auditors report on the certification of sustainability information and verification of the disclosure
requirements under Article 8 of Regulation (EU) 2020/852 of the Company issued in French and it is provided solely for the convenience of English
speaking users.
This report should be read in conjunction with, and construed in accordance with, French law and the H2A guidelines on “Limited assurance
engagement - Certification of sustainability reporting and verification of disclosure requirements set out in Article 8 of Regulation (EU) 2020/
852".
To the Shareholders’ Meeting,
This report is issued in our capacity as statutory auditors of Unibail-
Rodamco-Westfield SE. It covers the sustainability information and the
information required by Article 8 of Regulation (EU) 2020/852, relating
to the year ended 31 December 2024 included in section 2 of the group’s
management report and presented in Section 3.2 of the Universal
Registration Document.
Pursuant to Article L. 233-28-4 of the French Commercial Code,
Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield SE is required to include the above-
mentioned information in a separate section of its group's management
report. This information has been prepared in the context of the first-
time application of the aforementioned articles, a context characterized
by uncertainties regarding the interpretation of the laws and
regulations, the use of significant estimates, the absence of established
practices and frameworks in particular for the double materiality
assessment and an evolving internal control system. It enables an
understanding of the impact of the group's activity on sustainability
matters, as well as the way in which these matters influence the
development of the business of the group, its performance and position.
Sustainability matters include environmental, social and corporate
governance matters.
Pursuant to Article L. 821-54 paragraph II of the aforementioned Code,
our responsibility is to carry out the procedures necessary to issue a
conclusion, expressing a limited assurance, on:
• compliance with the sustainability reporting standards adopted
pursuant to Article 29b of Directive (EU) 2013/34 of the European
Parliament and of the Council of 14 December 2022 (hereinafter
ESRS for European Sustainability Reporting Standards) of the
process implemented by Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield SE to
determine the information reported, and compliance with the
requirement to consult the social and economic committee provided
for in the sixth paragraph of Article L. 2312-17 of the French Labour
Code;
• compliance of the sustainability information included in the group's
management report and presented in section 3.2 of the Universal
Registration Document with the requirements of Article L. 233-28-4
of the French Commercial Code, including ESRS; and
• compliance with the reporting requirements set out in Article 8 of
Regulation (EU) 2020/852.
The engagement is carried out in compliance with the ethical rules,
including independence, and the quality control rules prescribed by the
French Commercial Code.
It is also governed by the H2A guidelines on “Limited assurance
engagement - Certification of sustainability reporting and verification of
disclosure requirements set out in Article 8 of Regulation (EU) 2020/
852".
In the three separate sections of the report that follow, we present, for
each of the sections of our engagement, the nature of the procedures
that we carried out, the conclusions we drew from these procedures,
and, in support of these conclusions, the elements to which we paid
particular attention and the procedures we carried out with regard to
these elements. We draw your attention to the fact that we do not
express a conclusion on any of these elements taken individually and
that the procedures described should be considered in the overall
context of the formation of the conclusions issued in respect of each of
the three sections of our engagement.
Finally, when deemed necessary to draw your attention to one or more
disclosures of sustainability information provided by Unibail-Rodamco-
Westfield SE in the group's management report, we have included an
emphasis of matter paragraph hereafter.
Limits of our engagement
As the purpose of our engagement is to express limited assurance, the
nature (choice of techniques), extent (scope) and timing of the
procedures are less than those required to obtain reasonable
assurance.
Furthermore, this engagement does not provide guarantee regarding
the viability or the quality of the management of Unibail-Rodamco-
Westfield SE, in particular it does not provide an assessment, of the
relevance of the choices made by Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield SE in
terms of action plans, targets, policies, scenario analyses and transition
plans, which would go beyond compliance with the ESRS reporting
requirements.
It does, however, allow us to express conclusions regarding the entity’s
process for determining the sustainability information to be reported,
the sustainability information itself, and the information reported
pursuant to Article 8 of Regulation (EU) 2020/852, as to the absence of
identification or, on the contrary, the identification of errors, omissions
or inconsistencies of such importance that they would be likely to
influence the decisions that readers of the information subject to this
engagement might make.
Any comparative information that would be included in the group
management report are not covered by our engagement.
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Compliance with the ESRS of the process implemented by
Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield SE to determine the
information reported, and compliance with the
requirement to consult the social and economic committee
provided for in the sixth paragraph of Article L. 2312-17 of
the French Labor Code
Nature of procedures carried out
Our procedures consisted in verifying that:
• the process defined and implemented by Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield
SE has enabled it, in accordance with the ESRS, to identify and assess
its impacts, risks and opportunities related to sustainability matters,
and to identify the material impacts, risks and opportunities that lead
to the publication of information included in section 2 of the group
management report and presented in section 3.2 of the Universal
Registration Document, and
• the information provided on this process also complies with the
ESRS.
We also checked the compliance with the requirement to consult the
social and economic committee.
Conclusion of the procedures carried out
On the basis of the procedures we have carried out, we have not
identified any material errors, omissions or inconsistencies regarding
the compliance of the process implemented by Unibail-Rodamco-
Westfield SE with the ESRS.
Concerning the consultation of the social and economic committee
provided for in the sixth paragraph of Article L. 2312-17 of the French
Labour Code, we inform you that as of the date of this report, this
consultation has not yet been held.
Elements that received particular attention
We present below the elements that received our particular attention
regarding the compliance with the ESRS of the process implemented by
Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield SE to determine the information published.
• Concerning the identification of stakeholders
Stakeholder identification information is mentioned in the group
management report and presented in sections 3.2.1.3.2 - Stakeholder
Interests and Views and 3.2.1.4 - Impact, Risk and Opportunity
Management of the Universal Registration Document.
We learned about the analysis carried out by Unibail-Rodamco-
Westfield SE to identify the relevant stakeholders for its own activities
and within its value chain. We interviewed management and the
Sustainability department and inspected the available documentation.
• Concerning the identification of impacts, risks and opportunities
Information related to the identification of impacts, risks and
opportunities is mentioned in the group management report and
presented in sections 3.2.1.3.3 - Material Impacts, Risks and
Opportunities and their relationship to the Strategy and Business Model
and 3.2.1.4 - Management of Impacts, Risks and Opportunities of the
Universal Registration Document.
We learned about the process implemented by Unibail-Rodamco-
Westfield SE regarding the identification of impacts (negative or
positive), risks and opportunities ("IRO"), actual or potential, in
connection with the sustainability matters mentioned in paragraph AR
16 of the "Application Requirements" of the ESRS 1 standard.
We appreciated:
- the way in which Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield SE considered the list
of sustainability matters listed by the ESRS 1 (AR 16) in its analysis;
- the consistency of the actual and potential impacts, risks and
opportunities identified by Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield SE with the
available sector analyses and our knowledge of the group's
sustainability strategy.
• Concerning the assessment of impact materiality and financial
materiality
The information relating to the assessment of impact materiality and
financial materiality is mentioned in the group management report and
presented in section 3.2.1.4 - Management of impacts, risks and
opportunities of the Universal Registration Document.
We learned, through interviews with the Sustainability department and
inspection of the available documentation, about the impact materiality
assessment process implemented by Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield SE,
and assessed its compliance with the criteria defined by ESRS 1.
In particular, we appreciated the way in which Unibail-Rodamco-
Westfield SE established and applied the materiality criteria defined by
the ESRS 1 standard to determine the material information published
and the consistency of these criteria with the group's risk analysis.
Compliance of the sustainability information included in
the group management report and presented in section 3.2
of the Universal Registration Document with the
requirements of Article L. 233-28-4 of the French
Commercial Code, including the ESRS.
Nature of procedures carried out
Our work consisted of verifying that, in accordance with the legal and
regulatory requirements, including the ESRS:
• the disclosures provided provides an understanding of the general
basis for the preparation and governance of the sustainability
information included in the Group Management Report and set out in
section 3.2 of the Universal Registration Document, including the
basis for determining the information relating to the value chain and
the exemptions from disclosures used;
• the presentation of this information ensures its readability and
understandability;
• the scope chosen by Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield SE in relation to this
information is appropriate; and
• on the basis of a selection, based on our analysis of the risks of non-
compliance of the information provided and the expectations of its
users, that this information does not contain any material errors,
omissions or inconsistencies, i.e. that are likely to influence the
judgement or decisions of users of this information.
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Conclusion of the procedures carried out
Based on the procedures we have carried out, we have not identified any
material errors, omissions, inconsistencies regarding the compliance of
the sustainability information included in section 2 of the group
management report and presented in Section 3.2 of the Universal
Registration Document, with the requirements of Article or L. 233-28-4
of the French Commercial Code, including the ESRS.
Emphasis of matter
Without qualifying the conclusion expressed above, we draw your
attention to the information provided in the group management report
and included in section 3.2.1.1.2.1 - Note of first application of the
Universal Registration Document, which underlines the scope,
uncertainties and limitations characterizing the first application of
Article L. 233-28-4 of the French Commercial Code.
Elements that received particular attention
• Information provided in application of environmental standards
(ESRS E1 to E5)
The information disclosed in respect of climate change (ESRS E1) is
included in the group management report and mentioned in section
3.2.2.2 of the Universal Registration Document.
We present below the elements that received our particular attention
regarding the compliance of this information with the ESRS.
Our procedures notably consisted of:
• based on interviews conducted with the relevant individuals, in
particular the Sustainability department, we assessed whether the
description of the policies, actions and targets implemented by
Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield SE on the Better Places perimeter
covers the following areas: greenhouse gas emissions, energy
consumption and adaptation to climate change.
• assessing the appropriateness of the information included in the
group management report and presented in section 3.2.2.2 of the
Universal Registration Document and its overall consistency with our
knowledge of the Group.
• Regarding the information published under the greenhouse gas
emission balance :
- We learned about the internal control procedures put in place by
Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield SE to ensure the compliance of the
information published;
- We learned about the protocols for establishing the greenhouse
gas emissions inventory used by Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield SE to
establish the greenhouse gas emissions balance and assessed its
application methods, on a selection of emission categories and
sites, on scope 1 and scope 2.
- Regarding scope 3 emissions, we appreciated the information
collection process.
- On a selection of emission categories, we assessed the
appropriateness of the emission factors used as well as the
calculation and extrapolation assumptions, taking into account the
uncertainty inherent in the state of scientific or economic
knowledge and the quality of the external data used;
- For physical data (such as energy consumption), we reconciled,
based on samples, the underlying data used to compile the
greenhouse gas emissions balance with the supporting documents;
- We implemented analytical procedures;
- With regard to the estimates that we deemed significant used by
Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield SE for the preparation of its
greenhouse gas emissions report, we learned about the
methodology for calculating the estimated data and the sources of
information on which these estimates are based through interviews
with the Property, Maintenance, Purchasing & Sustainability
(PMPS) and Sustainability departments.
• With regard to the verifications under the transition plan for climate
change mitigation, our work has mainly consisted of assessing
whether the information published under the transition plan meets
the requirements of ESRS E1, appropriately describes the structuring
assumptions underlying this plan, it being specified that we do not
have to pronounce on the appropriateness or level of ambition of the
objectives of this transition plan.
Compliance with the reporting requirements set out in
Article 8 of Regulation (EU) 2020/852
Nature of procedures carried out
Our procedures consisted in verifying the process implemented by
Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield SE to determine the eligible and aligned
nature of the activities of the entities included in the consolidation.
They also involved verifying the information reported pursuant to
Article 8 of Regulation (EU) 2020/852, which involves checking:
• the compliance with the rules applicable to the presentation of this
information to ensure that it is readable and understandable;
• on the basis of a selection, the absence of material errors, omissions
or inconsistencies in the information provided, i.e. information likely
to influence the judgement or decisions of users of this information.
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Conclusion of the procedures carried out
Based on the procedures we have carried out, we have not identified any
material errors, omissions or inconsistencies relating to compliance
with the requirements of Article 8 of Regulation (EU) 2020/852.
Elements that received particular attention
• Regarding the alignment of eligible activities
Information on the alignment of activities is included in section 2 of the
group management report and is presented in section 3.2.2.6.4 - Share
of URW's aligned activities in the Universal Registration Document.
As part of our vérifications, we notably:
• conducted interviews with the Sustainability department to learn
about the process implemented by Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield SE;
• analysed, by means of a sample, the elements on which the
management based its judgement when assessing whether the
eligible economic activities met the cumulative conditions, from the
Taxonomy Framework, necessary to be qualified as aligned, in
particular the principle of "do not significant harm" to the objective of
adaptation to climate change.
Paris La Défense, March 20, 2025
The Statutory Auditors
Deloitte & Associés
Emmanuel Gadret Catherine Saire
KPMG S.A.
Régis Chemouny
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3.3 Green financing of the Group activities
3.3.1 Sustainability-linked financing
(loans, credit facilities and mortgage
financings)
URW has a strong track record in the sustainable finance market. Since
2017, the Group has demonstrated its leadership and commitment to
sustainability through the raising of sustainability-linked ("SL")
financing, including:
• €3.1 Bn SL syndicated credit facility in April 2021 – the largest
(1)
sustainability-linked credit facility for a REIT in Europe
• €2.35 Bn SL syndicated credit facility in 2024; and
• €2.6 Bn of bilateral SL term loans, credit facilities and mortgage
financings
(2)
signed since 2022.
These SL financings incorporate sustainability indicators (e.g. energy
intensity, carbon emission reductions, BREEAM In-Use coverage and
certification levels, and the percentage of URW employees that have
participated in sustainability training) to be evaluated annually over the
contract duration.
The achievement of such KPIs entail an obligation of transparency for
the Group or the entity holding the asset (in the case of a mortgage
financing), as monitoring indicators for these commitments must be
externally audited.
Based on the Group’s fulfilment of these commitments, the SL
financings include either a margin adjustment mechanism and/or a
“sustainable” account on which the Group has pledged to invest the
equivalent amount of the potential savings from these facilities in
sustainability projects within the Group.
As at December 31, 2024, the total SL term loans and undrawn credit
lines represented 84% of term loans and undrawn credit lines.
3.3.2 Green financing (bonds)
3.3.2.1 URW’s Green Financing
Frameworks
The Group currently has 2 frameworks for its green financing:
• A green bond framework (“Green Bond Framework” or “2014
Framework”), launched in 2014, and under which a €0.5 Bn green
bond issued in April 2015 was still outstanding as at December 31,
2024. This framework is still used for the reporting and reallocation
rules of this bond’s proceeds; and
• A green financing framework (“Green Financing Framework” or “2022
Framework”), launched in November 2022, under which three
bondsissued in December 2023 and September 2024 are outstanding
(€2.55 Bn as at December 31, 2024). It will apply for all new green
financing issuances going forward.
3.3.2.1.1 2014 Framework
The Group originally launched its Green Bond Framework in 2014,
approved by Vigeo. It was back then (i) aligned with the International
Capital Market Association Green Bond Principles and (ii) consistent
with the Group’s sustainability strategy. The funds raised from green
bond issuances were used to finance new development projects, and/or
standing assets, meeting all social and environmental criteria for the
construction and operational phases defined in the “Use of Proceeds”
procedure, specified hereafter. Green bonds were only used to finance
resilient “best-in-class” assets, in line with a clear procedure for
allocating funds (“Procedure for asset analysis, selection and
monitoring under the 'green bonds' system” or “Use of Proceeds”
procedure). The following criteria were used to define “eligible assets”:
(i) Greenfield/brownfield project or reconstruction project
(redevelopment and/or extension/renovation project) and/or
standing asset managed by URW SE or its subsidiaries which:
- Achieved BREEAM certification (or any other equivalent
certification) at a level of “Very Good” or higher in the design phase;
and
- Have been awarded a BREEAM In-Use certification (or any other
equivalent certification) for Part 1 Asset Performance and Part 2
Management Performance according to the BREEAM evaluation
framework, at a level of “Very Good” or above within a reasonable
time after the start of operation.
(ii) In addition to the certification (which is a prerequisite), eligible
assets had to meet additional criteria structured into 5 principles:
respect for human rights, contribution to local development,
monitoring of environmental impacts, promotion of responsible
relationships with tenants and visitors, and promotion of
responsible relationships (including social and environmental
aspects) with suppliers. In total, 17 subcriteria were analysed for
the construction phase, and 13 subcriteria were analysed for the
operating phase.
Additional criteria and indicators for eligible assets of this framework
are published on the issuer’s website at the following link:
https://www.urw.com/en/investors/financing-activity/sustainable-
financing.
3.3.2.1.2 2022 Green Financing Framework
In November 2022, URW introduced the Green Financing Framework,
establishing clear requirements for the financing and/or refinancing of
eligible new development projects and the regeneration of standing
assets. With this update, URW imposes higher standards on energy
performance and raises the eligibility criteria to require standing assets
and development projects to meet a BREEAM certification level of at
least “Excellent” and be closely connected to public transport. The new
eligibility criteria also include EU Taxonomy requirements and carbon
emission thresholds (based on the CRREM Decarbonation Pathways).
The 2022 Framework specifies the eligibility criteria, as well as the
allocation and the reporting process to make it easier for investors to
understand and track commitments. URW has also formed in 2022 a
Green Financing Committee that rules on the Use of Proceeds and
support future green financing allocations. The 2022 Framework is
aligned with best market practices, including the June 2021
International Capital Market Association (“ICMA”) Green Bond
Principles as well as the February 2021 Loan Market Association
(“LMA”) Green Loan Principles, while taking into account the EU
Taxonomy TSC. ISS ESG has issued a second party opinion on the
framework confirming this alignment.
(1) As at January 1, 2024.
(2) Including mortgage financing backed by Westfield Centro (at 100%).
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Additional criteria and indicators to be monitored for eligible assets are
published on the issuer’s website at the following link:
https://www.urw.com/investors/financing-activity/sustainable-
financing.
3.3.2.2 Outstanding Green Bonds
Under the Green Bond Framework, URW issued in 2014 the industry’s first
Green Bond on the euro market(“Green Bond I”), and the first international
non-Swedish corporate to issue a Green Bond on the SEK market (“Green
Bond II”). In April 2015, the Group issued its second Green Bond on the euro
market (“Green Bond III”) which was still outstanding as at December 31,
2024.
Under the 2022 Framework, a first Green Bond ("Green Bond IV") was
issued in December 2023 as well as a €1.3 Bn dual-tranche bond issued in
September 2024 ("Green Bond V" and "Green Bond VI"). Green bond
issuances and the allocation of funds are approved by the Group's Green
Financing Committee using a specific procedure formalised internally.
OUTSTANDING GREEN BONDS ISSUED BY URW AS AT DECEMBER 31, 2024
Green Bond III (EUR) Green Bond IV (EUR) Green Bond V (EUR) Green Bond VI (EUR)
Issuer (legal entity name) Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield SE Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield SE Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield SE Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield SE
Date April 15, 2015 December 11, 2023 September 11, 2024 September 11, 2024
Size €500 Mn €750 Mn €650 Mn €650 Mn
Maturity 10 years 7 years 5 years 10 years
Coupon 1.000% 4.125% 3.500% 3.875%
3.3.2.3 Allocation of Green Bond proceeds issued under the 2014 Framework
In line with the Group’s internal Green Bond analysis, selection and monitoring procedure, the funds generated by Green Bond issuances are allocated
to the selected assets based on a previously defined list of “eligible assets” (criteria presented in the following section).
In the case of an asset disposal or an asset no longer being eligible during the funding period (i.e. prior to the bond issue maturity), the proceeds initially
allocated to the disposed asset shall be reallocated to another “eligible asset” held by the Group, based on the same process.
In 2024, following the disposal of the asset, the proceeds of Galerie Montparnasse (Offices) were reallocated to Westfield Hamburg-Überseequartier
(Shopping Centres).
The 2024 allocation of the proceeds from the outstanding bonds is detailed below:
Green bond III
Westfield Hamburg-
Überseequartier Trinity
Westfield Chodov
extension Wroclavia
Business Shopping Centres Offices Shopping Centres Shopping Centres
Proceeds allocated to projects
(1)
23% 12% 25% 40%
Gross Leasable Area scope of consolidation (sqm) 94,500 49,200 39,000
(2)
65,300
(3)
Opening date to public
April 8, 2025 November 13, 2020 October 10, 2017 October 17, 2017
(1) Allocation carried out through internal loans.
(2) GLA as at December 31, 2017.
(3) Including a bus station of 7,200 sqm.
3.3.2.4 Audited criteria – 2014 Framework
URW engaged an independent auditor to verify that the assets financed meet the eligibility criteria. The reporting on these criteria and the independent
auditor’s report on the information related to the allocation of funds are presented in the table below and in Section 3.3.2.7 Independent third party’s
report on Green Bond criteria and indicators. In 2024, the audit covered: Trinity, Westfield Hamburg-Überseequartier (Shopping Centre), Westfield
Chodov extension and Wroclavia.
3.3.2.4.1 Construction phase criteria
PREREQUISITE: MINIMUM BREEAM RATING OF “VERY GOOD”
Westfield Hamburg-Überseequartier (Shopping centre) Trinity Westfield Chodov extension Wroclavia
Excellent
(1)
Excellent
(2)
Excellent
(3)
Excellent
(4)
(1) Pre-assessment overall score of 71.2% equivalent to a BREEAM rating of “Excellent” under the 2018 version of BREEAM DE Neubau framework.
(2) Final overall score of 72.6% and a BREEAM rating of “Excellent” under the 2009 version of BREEAM Europe commercial office framework.
(3) Final overall score of 71.9% and a BREEAM rating of “Excellent” under the 2013 version of BREEAM International retail framework.
(4) Final overall score of 77.1% and a BREEAM rating of “Excellent” under the 2013 version of BREEAM International new construction retail framework.
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Commitments/supporting elements
Westfield
Hamburg-
Überseequartier
(Shopping centre) Trinity
Westfield Chodov
extension Wroclavia
Select the countries in which eligible
assets are located based on human
rights and governance
Integration, signature or ratification of conventions
related to human rights, and labour rights
KPI: country score Vigeo (out of 100) or Civil
rights and political liberties score based on the
SGI (out of 10)
GE
8.7/10
(1)
FR
96.53/100
(2)
CZ
93.97/100
(2)
PL
93.10/100
(2)
Press freedom, stability and political freedom;
corruption prevention, independence of the judiciary
system and legal certainty
KPI: country score Vigeo (out of 100) or Robust
democracy score based on the SGI (out of 10)
DE
8.6/10
(1)
FR
97.89/100
(2)
CZ
87.98/100
(2)
PL
79.80/100
(2)
Contribution of the eligible assets to
the development and well-being of
communities in which they are
located
Existence of information on projects to neighbours
✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Absence of material public recourse on the project
preventing the completion of the project
✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Accessibility of the asset by public transport (within
500 metres)
KPI: Distance to a public transport mode (m)
50 m
Metro line
150 m
Metro line
20 m
Metro line
0 m
Bus terminal
35 m
Railway station
Promote the potential use of alternative transport
solution and sustainable mobility
✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Monitoring the environmental
impacts of eligible assets
Involvement of an external environmental consultant
✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Commissioning Report
✓ ✓ ✓
Environmental Impact Assessment and
implementation of appropriate measures if necessary
✓ ✓ ✓
Promote applicable Considerate Construction
Charter to minimise environmental impact of building
sites during construction phase
✓ ✓ ✓
Optimise intrinsic energy performance of the asset in
view of applicable regulatory constraints
KPI: Percentage improvement over national
standard building energy performance (%)
-21%
(3)
-28%
(4)
-9%
(5)
-14%
(6)
Involvement of an ecologist during the project phase
✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Promoting sustainable and enduring
relationships with tenants and
visitors
Promote “green leases” signature before opening
KPI: Percentage of green leases signed (%)
78%
(7)
100%
(7)
90%
(7)
99%
(7)
Promote social and environmental
factors with suppliers/service
providers
Promote, if possible, a Health and Safety Coordinator
contract (or equivalent)
✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Promote access control to building site
✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Promote the application of the Considerate
Construction Charter or equivalent to minimise
environmental impact of building sites
✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
E-learning for URW’s employees on its Code of Ethics
✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
(1) The Vigeo Country Rating Index, has been substituted in 2023 with the 2022 Sustainable Governance Indicators ("SGI"), released each year by the Bertelsmann Stiftung. This change was
necessary due to the discontinuation of the Vigeo Country Rating index present in the Use of Proceeds. The SGI Index has been chosen due to the following factors:
1. Robustness and coverage: The SGI provides a robust assessment of governance practices across all countries in which we operate.
2. Annual updates.
3. Accessibility: The SGI is public and freely accessible to everyone.
4. Close alignment with the Use of Proceeds: The 2 SGI indicators – “Civil rights and political liberties” and “Robust democracy” – are the closest indicators we have found that match the
criteria outlined in our Green Bond’s Use of Proceeds, respectively: the “Respect, protection and promotion of freedom and human rights” criteria and the “democratic institutions” criteria.
(2) Source: Vigeo country score – February 2021.
(3) According to dynamic thermal simulation aligned with ENEV. Average energy performance of new buildings range from -11% to -35%.
(4) According to dynamic thermal simulation aligned with RT 2012 requirements or regulatory RT 2012 calculation.
(5) According to dynamic thermal simulation aligned with ASHRAE Energy Standard 3 and local standards 78/2013Sb and ČSN 730540.
(6) According to dynamic thermal simulation aligned with local regulation.
(7) Green leases V1 and V2 signed as at December 31, 2020.
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3.3.2.4.2 Operation phase criteria
PREREQUISITE: MINIMUM BREEAM IN-USE SCORE “VERY GOOD” FOR PART 1 ASSET PERFORMANCE (“P1”) AND PART 2 MANAGEMENT
PERFORMANCE (“P2”)
Westfield Hamburg-Überseequartier
(Shopping Centre) Trinity Westfield Chodov extension Wroclavia
Expected in Universal Registration
Document (URD) 2026
Obtained: 09/12/2024
(2)
(P1): Excellent (P2): Excellent
Obtained: 12/21/2018
(1)
Re-certified: 01/19/2022
(2)
(P1): Excellent (P2): Excellent
Obtained: 12/11/2020
(1)
Re-certified:
(3)
12/11/2023
(P1): Outstanding (P2): Outstanding
(1) According to BREEAM In-Use International 2015 scheme.
(2) According to BREEAM International In-Use: Commercial Version 6.
(3) Wroclavia’s initial level of certification obtained in 2020 was Excellent for P1 and P2, the re-certification led to an improvement to Outstanding for both parts according to
BREEAM In-Use International 2015 scheme.
13 SUBCRITERIA
Westfield
Hamburg-
Überseequartier
(Shopping
Centre) Trinity
Westfield Chodov
extension Wroclavia
Contribution of the eligible
assets to the development
and well-being of the
communities in which they
are located
Assess local employment through tenants’ activities (e.g. follow-up of
number of jobs created in the catchment area)
KPI: Total tenants supported job (FTE)
Expected in URD
2026
n/a 1,200
(1)
1,452
(1)
Monitor the
environmental impacts
of eligible assets
Environmental action plan and follow-up with regular
reporting (from 1 year after opening)
Expected in URD
2026
✓ ✓ ✓
Annual audit of health and safety risks (from 2 years after
opening) Indicator: annual risk audit (rating A to D)
Expected in URD
2027
A
(2)
A
(2)
A
(2)
Assess energy consumption and CO2 emissions with potential
action plan if needed
Indicator: energy intensity (kWh/visit) since measured
baseline
Indicator: carbon intensity (gCO
2
e/visit) since measured
baseline
Expected in URD
2028
27 % kWh/
occupant
16 % gCO
2
e /
occupant
(2024/2023)
-35% kWh/ visit
-68% gCO
2
e/ visit
(2024/2018)
-42% kWh/ visit
-49% gCO
2
e/visit
(2024/2018)
Promote sustainable and
enduring relationships
with tenants and visitors
Organise on-site Sustainability Committee
Expected in URD
2026
n/a
✓ ✓
Conduct satisfaction survey with retailers
KPI: Overall satisfaction score (out of 100)
Expected in URD
2026
n/a 84/100 72/100
4-Star labelling or equivalent if applicable
Expected in URD
2026
n/a
✓ ✓
Conduct satisfaction survey with visitors
KPI: Overall satisfaction score (out of 100)
Expected in URD
2026
n/a 79/100 50/100
Relevant safety management (e.g. video protection plan)
Expected in URD
2025
n/a
✓ ✓
Promote social and
environmental factors
with suppliers
Promote labour rights to suppliers via contractual
documentation
Expected in URD
2025
✓ ✓ ✓
Promote environmental and social factors to suppliers via
contractual documentation
Expected in URD
2025
✓ ✓ ✓
Promote ethics to suppliers via contractual documentation
Expected in URD
2025
✓ ✓ ✓
Assess regularly compliance with contractual clauses by the
main suppliers
Expected in URD
2026
✓ ✓ ✓
(1) Source: Shopping centre retailer survey performed by shopping centre management.
(2) Source: HSE risk audit performed by an external third party – see methodology in Section 3.2.3.2.6.2 Health and safety.
(3) This criteria is not applicable because URW does not have a contractual relationship with providers on that asset: the only tenant owns the contractual relationships with
maintenance, safety and cleaning providers.
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3.3.2.5 Allocation of green bonds under the 2022 Framework
In line with "2.2 Use of Proceeds" and "2.3 Project evaluation and
selection process" of the 2022 Framework, the proceeds are allocated
to Eligible Green Assets meeting one of the 4 Eligible Categories
(construction of new buildings, acquisition and ownership of buildings,
significant renovation and individual renovation measures). URW
engaged an independent auditor to verify that the assets financed meet
the eligibility criteria.
No changes were made to the allocation of Green Bond IV issued in
December 2023. For the €1.3 Bn dual-tranche green bond (Green Bond
V and Green Bond VI) issued in September 2024, funds were allocated to
Eligible Green Assets under acquisition and ownership of buildings and
construction of new buildings.
The 2024 allocation of the proceeds from the outstanding green bonds
is detailed below:
Green Bond IV Green Bond V Green Bond VI
Eligible
Category
Acquisition
and ownership
of buildings
Construction of new buildings
Acquisition and
ownership of buildings
Construction of new
buildings
Construction of new
buildings
Eligible Green
Asset
Westfield Mall
of the
Netherlands
Westfield Hamburg-
Überseequartier
Lightwell
Westfield
Glories
Westfield
Parquesur
Westfield
Hamburg-
Überseequartier
Lightwell
Westfield Hamburg-
Überseequartier
Business Shopping Centres Offices Hotels Offices Shopping Centres Offices
Shopping
Centres
Offices Hotels
Proceeds
allocated to
projects
(1)
26%
15% 26% 24% 9% 29% 35% 29% 8% 73% 13% 14%
Financing/
Refinancing
Refinancing
GLA scope of
consolidation
125,000 94,500 49,800 27,900 33,600 70,100 159,000 94,500 33,600 94,500 49,800 27,900
Opening date
to public
March 18,
2021
April 8,
2025
Q2 to
H2-
2025
Q2-
2025 to
2026
October
2, 2024
n/a n/a April 8, 2025
October
2, 2024
April 8,
2025
Q2 to
H2
2025
Q2-
2025 to
2026
(1) Allocation carried out through internal loans. Figures may not round up due to rounding.
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3.3.2.6 Audited criteria and impact report – 2022 Framework
URW engaged an independent auditor to verify that the assets financed
meet the eligibility criteria. The reporting on these criteria and the
independent auditor’s report on the information related to the allocation
of funds are presented in the table below and in Section 3.3.2.7
Independent third party’s reports on Green Bond criteria
(1)
and
indicators.
In 2024, the audit covered: Westfield Mall of the Netherlands, Westfield
Gloriès, Westfield Parquesur, Westfield Hamburg-Überseequartier and
Lightwell.
Eligible category Acquisition and ownership of buildings Construction of new buildings
Eligible green asset
Westfield Mall of
the Netherlands Westfield Glories
Westfield
Parquesur Westfield Hamburg-Überseequartier Lightwell
Business
Shopping Centres Shopping Centres Shopping Centres Shopping Centres Offices Hotels Offices
Key performance
Distance to public
transport < 50 m < 50 m < 50 m < 50 m < 150 m
Pre-requisite criteria
– Accessibility
✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
✓ ✓
✓
Eligibility criteria
selected
Obtained
certification In-
use BREEAM
“Excellent”
EU taxonomy
Substantial
Contribution
Criteria : EPC A
EU taxonomy
Substantial
Contribution
Criteria : EPC A Expected certification new-build BREEAM “Excellent”
Expected
certification
refurbishment
BREEAM
“Excellent”
Additional details
related to eligibility
criteria
The asset is also
below the CO
2
emissions
thresholds from
the Green
Financing
Framework
The asset is also
below the CO
2
emissions
thresholds from
the Green
Financing
Framework
The asset is also
below the CO
2
emissions
thresholds from
the Green
Financing
Framework
The project has been evaluated internally as compliant
with the EU Taxonomy substantial contribution criteria
from the Green Financing Framework
The project has
been evaluated
internally as
compliant with
the EU Taxonomy
substantial
contribution
criteria from the
Green Financing
Framework
Impact report
Energy related KPIs
Energy-related
carbon
performance (FY-
2024) = 0.14
kgCO
2
e/sqm
Energy-related
carbon
performance (FY-
2024) = 0.26
kgCO
2
e/sqm
Energy-related
carbon
performance (FY-
2024) = 4.6
kgCO
2
e/sqm
Average energy performance of new building compared to
regulatory standard from -11% to -35%
Energy
performance of
refurbished
building
compared to
regulatory
standard: RT
Existant – 50%
Avoided emissions
Avoided emissions
related to yearly
carbon
performance from
energy: 4,183
tCO
2
e per year
(3)
Avoided
emissions related
to yearly carbon
performance
from energy:
1,569 tCO
2
e per
year
(3)
Avoided emissions
related to yearly
carbon
performance from
energy: 1,136
tCO
2
e per year
(3)
Not quantified yet
Improvements of
the energy
intensity will
avoid up to 85
tCO
2
e per year
(2)
(1) Internal estimates based on improved energy intensity.
(2) Comparing with the green financing framework threshold for the year 2024 of 30 kgCO
2
e /sqm/year.
(1) Refer to Section 3.3.2 Green financing.
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3.3.2.7 Independent third party’s reports on Green Bond criteria and indicators
3.3.2.7.1 Report from the Statutory Auditors on the information related to the allocation, as of 31
December 2024, of funds raised through the green bond issued on April 15, 2015
This is a free translation into English of the original report issued in the French language and is provided solely for the convenience of English-
speaking users. This report should be read in conjunction, and construed in accordance, with French law and regulations applicable in France.
Year ended December 31, 2024
To the Chairman of the Management Board,
In our capacity as statutory auditors of Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield SE
(the “Company”) and in accordance with your request, we have
undertaken a limited assurance engagement on the following
information (the “Information”):
• the allocation, as of December 31, 2024, of funds raised through the
green bonds issued under number XS1218319702 on April 15, 2015
(the “Issuing”), which amount to €500 Mn, contained in the attached
document
(1)
(the “Attached Document”);
• the projects financed by the Issuing and identified as eligible by the
Company (the “Eligible Projects”) contained in the Attached
Document.
The Information has been prepared in the context of the green bond
offering dated on April 15 2015 (the “Green Bond Offerings”) and the
green bond framework defined by the Company (the “2014 Green Bond
Framework”).
Our limited assurance conclusion
Based on the procedures we have performed as described under the
section “Summary of the work we performed as the basis for our
assurance conclusion” and the evidence we have obtained, nothing has
come to our attention that causes us to believe that the Information is
not prepared, in all material respects, in accordance with the
Company’s 2014 Green Bond Framework used and the basis of
preparation set out under the section “Understanding how Unibail-
Rodamco-Westfield SE has prepared the Information”.
We do not express an assurance conclusion on information in respect of
earlier periods not covered by the Attached Document or on any other
information not included in the Attached Document. We have not
reviewed and do not provide any assurance over other individual project
information reported.
Understanding how Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield SE has
prepared the Information
The absence of a commonly used generally accepted reporting
framework or a significant body of established practices on which to
draw to evaluate and measure the sustainability information allows for
different, but acceptable, measurement techniques that can affect
comparability between entities and over time.
Consequently, the Information needs to be read and understood
together with the Green Bonds Offerings and the 2014 Green Bond
Framework available on the internet site or on demand.
Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield SE’s responsibilities
Management of Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield SE are responsible for:
• Selecting or establishing suitable criteria for preparing the
Information;
• Selecting the Eligible Projects regarding the eligible criteria;
• Preparing the Information in compliance with the Green Bonds
Offerings and the 2014 Green Bond Framework;
• Designing, implementing and maintaining internal control over
information relevant to the preparation of the Information that is free
from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error.
Our responsibilities
We are responsible for:
• Planning and performing the engagement to obtain limited assurance
about whether the Information is free from material misstatement,
whether due to fraud or error;
• Forming an independent conclusion, based on the procedures we
have performed and the evidence we have obtained; and
• Reporting our conclusion to the Directors of Unibail-Rodamco-
Westfield SE.
As we are engaged to form an independent conclusion on the
Information as prepared by management, we are not permitted to be
involved in the preparation of the Information as doing so may
compromise our independence.
However we have no responsibility for:
• Challenging the eligibility criteria, and in particular we give no
interpretation on the final terms;
• Forming an opinion on the effective use of the funds allocated to the
Eligible Projects after such funds have been allocated.
Professional standards applied
We performed our limited assurance engagement in accordance with
the professional guidance issued by the French Institute of Statutory
Auditors (Compagnie nationale des commissaires aux comptes
“CNCC”) applicable to such engagement and ISAE 3000 (Revised)
«Assurance Engagements other than Audits and Reviews of Historical
Financial Information».
(1) See section 3.3.2
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Our independence and quality control
We have complied with the independence and other ethical
requirements of the French Code of Ethics for Statutory Auditors (code
de déontologie) as well as the provisions set forth in Article L.822-11 of
the French Commercial Code (code de commerce) and the International
Code of Ethics for Professional Accountants (including International
Independence Standards) issued by the International Ethics Standards
Board for Accountants (IESBA Code).
In addition, we have implemented a system of quality control including
documented policies and procedures regarding compliance with
applicable legal and regulatory requirements, the ethical requirements,
professional standards and French professional guidance.
Our work was carried out by an independent and multidisciplinary team
with experience in sustainability reporting and assurance.
Summary of the work we performed as the basis for our
assurance conclusion
We are required to plan and perform our work to address the areas
where we have identified a material misstatement of the Information is
likely to arise. The procedures we performed were based on our
professional judgment.
In carrying out our limited assurance engagement on the Information
we:
• Obtained an understanding of the procedures implemented by the
Company for producing the Information contained in the Attached
Document;
• Assessed the compliance, in all material respects, of the Eligible
Projects with the eligibility criteria by performing substantive testing
on a sample basis;
• Verified the appropriate segregation of the funds raised from the
Issuing and their exclusive allocation to Eligible Projects;
• Performed the necessary reconciliations between the Information
and the underlying accounting records;
• Verified that the Information agrees with the data used to prepare the
consolidated financial statements for the year ended
31December2024;
• Verified the reallocation of the funds raised from the Issuing in prior
years for assets disposed in 2024 to other Eligible Projects;
• Verified that the internal loans or financing contracts signed in prior
years with the Company’s subsidiaries owning Eligible Projects are
still in force as of December 31, 2024.
The procedures performed in a limited assurance engagement vary in
nature and timing from, and are less in extent than for, a reasonable
assurance engagement. Consequently, the level of assurance obtained
in a limited assurance engagement is substantially lower than the
assurance that would have been obtained had we performed a
reasonable assurance engagement.
This report has been prepared within the context described above and
may not be used, distributed or referred to for any other purpose.
Paris-La Défense, March 20, 2025
The Statutory Auditors,
French original signed by:
Deloitte & Associés
Emmanuel Gadret Catherine Saire
KPMG S.A.
Régis Chemouny
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3.3.2.7.2 Report from the Statutory Auditors on the information related to the allocation, as of 31
December 2024, of funds raised through the green bonds issued on December 11, 2023 and on
September 11, 2024
Year ended December 31, 2024
This is a free translation into English of the original report issued in the French language and is provided solely for the convenience of English-
speaking users. This report should be read in conjunction, and construed in accordance, with French law and regulations applicable in France.
To the Chairman of the Management Board,
In our capacity as statutory auditor of Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield SE
(the “Company”) and in accordance with your request, we have
undertaken a limited assurance engagement on the following
information (the “Information”):
• the allocation, as of December 31, 2024, of funds raised through the
green bonds issued under number FR001400MLN4 on December 11,
2023, under number FR001400SIL1 and under number
FR001400SIM9 on on September 11, 2024 (the “Issuing”), which
amount to €750 Mn, €650 Mn and €650 Mn respectively contained in
the attached document
(1)
(the “Attached Document”);
• the projects financed by the Issuing and identified as eligible by the
Company (the “Eligible Projects”) contained in the Attached
Document.
The Information has been prepared in the context of the green bonds
offering dated on December 11, 2023 and on September 11, 2024 (the
“Green Bonds Offering”) and the green bonds framework defined by the
Company (the “2022 Framework”).
Our limited assurance conclusion
Based on the procedures we have performed as described under the
section “Summary of the work we performed as the basis for our
assurance conclusion” and the evidence we have obtained, nothing has
come to our attention that causes us to believe that the Information is
not prepared, in all material respects, in accordance with the
Company’s Framework 2022 used and the basis of preparation set out
under the section “Understanding how Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield SE
has prepared the Information”.
We do not express an assurance conclusion on information in respect of
earlier periods not covered by the Attached Document or on any other
information not included in the Attached Document. We have not
reviewed and do not provide any assurance over other individual project
information reported.
Understanding how Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield SE has
prepared the Information
The absence of a commonly used generally accepted reporting
framework or a significant body of established practices on which to
draw to evaluate and measure the sustainability information allows for
different, but acceptable, measurement techniques that can affect
comparability between entities and over time.
Consequently, the Information needs to be read and understood
together with the Green Bonds Offerings and the Framework 2022
available on the internet site or on demand.
Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield SE’s responsibilities
Management of Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield SE are responsible for:
• Selecting or establishing suitable criteria for preparing the
Information;
• Selecting the Eligible Projects regarding the eligible criteria;
• Preparation of the Information in compliance with the Green Bonds
Offerings and the Framework 2022;
• Designing, implementing and maintaining internal control over
information relevant to the preparation of the Information that is free
from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error.
Our responsibilities
We are responsible for:
• Planning and performing the engagement to obtain limited assurance
about whether the Information is free from material misstatement,
whether due to fraud or error;
• Forming an independent conclusion, based on the procedures we
have performed and the evidence we have obtained; and
• Reporting our conclusion to the Directors of Unibail-Rodamco-
Westfield SE.
As we are engaged to form an independent conclusion on the
Information as prepared by management, we are not permitted to be
involved in the preparation of the Information as doing so may
compromise our independence.
However we have no responsibility for:
• Challenging the eligibility criteria, and in particular we give no
interpretation on the final terms;
• Forming an opinion on the effective use of the funds allocated to the
Eligible Projects after such funds have been allocated.
Professional standards applied
We performed our limited assurance engagement in accordance with
the professional guidance issued by the French Institute of Statutory
Auditors (Compagnie nationale des commissaires aux comptes
“CNCC”) applicable to such engagement and International Standard on
Assurance Engagements 3000 (Revised) «Assurance Engagements
other than Audits and Reviews of Historical Financial Information».
(1) Refer to Section 3.3.2 Green financing.
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Our independence and quality control
We have complied with the independence and other ethical
requirements of the French Code of Ethics for Statutory Auditors (code
de déontologie) as well as the provisions set forth in Article L.822-11 of
the French Commercial Code (code de commerce) and the International
Code of Ethics for Professional Accountants (including International
Independence Standards) issued by the International Ethics Standards
Board for Accountants (IESBA Code).
In addition, we have implemented a system of quality control including
documented policies and procedures regarding compliance with
applicable legal and regulatory requirements, the ethical requirements,
professional standards and French professional guidance.
Our work was carried out by an independent and multidisciplinary team
with experience in sustainability reporting and assurance.
Summary of the work we performed as the basis for our
assurance conclusion
We are required to plan and perform our work to address the areas
where we have identified a material misstatement of the Information is
likely to arise. The procedures we performed were based on our
professional judgment.
In carrying out our limited assurance engagement on the Information
we:
• Obtained an understanding of the procedures implemented by the
Company for producing the Information contained in the Attached
Document;
• Assessed the compliance, in all material respects, of the Eligible
Projects with the eligibility criteria by performing substantive testing
on a sample basis;
• Verified the appropriate segregation of the funds raised from the
Issuing and their exclusive allocation to Eligible Projects;
• Performed the necessary reconciliations between the Information
and the underlying accounting records;
• Verified that the Information agrees with the data used to prepare the
consolidated financial statements for the year ended
31December2024;
• Verified that the internal loans or financing contracts signed in prior
years with the Company’s subsidiaries owning Eligible Projects are
still in force as of December 31, 2024.
The procedures performed in a limited assurance engagement vary in
nature and timing from, and are less in extent than for, a reasonable
assurance engagement. Consequently, the level of assurance obtained
in a limited assurance engagement is substantially lower than the
assurance that would have been obtained had we performed a
reasonable assurance engagement.
This report has been prepared within the context described above and
may not be used, distributed or referred to for any other purpose.
Paris-La Défense, March 20, 2025
The Statutory Auditors,
French original signed by:
Deloitte & Associés
Emmanuel Gadret
KPMG S.A.
Régis Chemouny
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3.4 Appendices
3.4.1 Additional information
The information below has been deemed non-material within the context of the sustainability statement but may be useful for extra-financial rating
agencies, investors or other stakeholders.
3.4.1.1 Environmental information
3.4.1.1.1 Energy-related and GHG emissions additional information
All the tables below refer to the Better Places scope.
TOTAL ENERGY CONSUMPTION (MWH AND %)
Retail Office
2024 Total (MWh) 505,837 5,351
of which natural gas (Scope 1) 44,268 0
of which electricity (Scope 2) 315,414 2,879
of which district heating and cooling (Scope 2) 146,156 2,472
Of which on-site production (%) 4.0% 0%
Of which off-site purchase (%) 96.0% 100%
LIKE-FOR-LIKE EVOLUTION IN ENERGY CONSUMPTION (MWH AND %)
Retail Office
2024 like-for-like (MWh) 492,626 5,351
of which natural gas (Scope 1) 44,227 0
of which electricity (Scope 2) 302,906 2,879
of which district heating and cooling (Scope 2) 145,493 2,472
2023 like-for-like (MWh) 530,519 6,994
of which natural gas (Scope 1) 55,548 0
of which electricity (Scope 2) 314,244 4,239
of which district heating and cooling (Scope 2) 143,026 2,755
2024/2023 change (%) -7% -23%
of which natural gas (Scope 1) -20% 0%
of which electricity (Scope 2) -4% -32%
of which district heating and cooling (Scope 2) 2% -10%
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SHARE OF TOTAL ENERGY CONSUMPTION DERIVED FROM RENEWABLE SOURCES PER ENERGY SOURCE: ELECTRICITY, DISTRICT
HEATING AND COOLING, AND DIRECT ENERGY CONSUMPTION (MWH AND %)
Retail Office
2024 total electricity consumption (MWh) 315,414 2,879
of which green electricity (%) 100% 100%
2024 total district heating & cooling consumption (MWh) 146,156 2,472
of which renewable energy (%) 37% 36%
2024 total fuels direct energy consumption (MWh) 44,268 0
of which renewable energy (%) 0% 0%
2024 RENEWABLE ELECTRICITY PRODUCED ON SITE (MWH), WITH BREAKDOWN BETWEEN SALES AND SELF-CONSUMPTION (%)
Renewable electricity produced on site comes mostly from solar PV.
Retail Office
Total renewable electricity produced on site (MWh) 20,657 0
of which self-consumed (%) 99% –
of which sold (%) 1% –
BREAKDOWN OF THE 2024 GROUP CARBON FOOTPRINT BY ACTIVITY (TCO
2
E)
URW carbon footprint by activity
(tCO
2
e)
Managed Energy (including Scope 3 indirect energy emissions) 39,184
Tenants’ Energy 169,866
Construction 232,947
Visitors’ transportation 2,287,461
Others 211,240
Total 2,940,698
GHG EMISSIONS FROM ENERGY CONSUMPTION OF STANDING ASSETS (SCOPES 1 AND 2) (TONNES OF CO
2
E)
(1)
GHG emissions generated by the energy purchased and managed by the site manager over the year (Scope 1: natural gas, Scope 2: electricity, district
heating and cooling networks).
Retail Office
2024 Total (tCO
2
e) 22,178 226
of which direct emissions – Scope 1 (tCO
2
e) 9,097 –
of which indirect emissions – Scope 2 (tCO
2
e) 13,081 226
2023 Like-for-like (tCO
2
e) 24,709 191
2024 Like-for-like (tCO
2
e) 22,057 226
2024/2023 change (%) -10,7% 18,0%
The Group policy regarding renewable electricity purchase enables it to reduce its operations’ carbon footprint year-on-year. It also allows the Group
to encourage producers to invest in the development of clean technologies by increasing market demand for these energy sources.
(1) These emissions are expressed based on emission factors for each source of energy using the “market-based” method of the GHG Protocol, according to which these factors
depend on the type of energy consumed (electricity, natural gas, etc.), the country, the supplier and the nature of the energy product (energy from fossil fuels or renewable
sources). These are specific factors associated with the contractual commitments between the supplier and property manager which do not necessarily reflect emissions from
energy delivered by the grid but valorise and focus on the production and purchase of energy that is certified as generated from renewable sources
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CARBON INTENSITY LINKED TO THE ENERGY CONSUMPTION OF STANDING ASSETS (SCOPES 1 AND 2) BY AREA FOR SHOPPING
CENTRES (RETAIL) AND OFFICES, AND BY USAGE FOR CONVENTION & EXHIBITION VENUES(GCO2/SQM AND DOCC
(1)
PER YEAR)
Retail
(kgCO
2
e/sqm)
Office
(kgCO
2
e/sqm)
Exhibition
(gCO
2
e/sqm DOCC)
2024 Total 5.1 3.6 52.9
2023 Like-for-like 5.9 3.1 135.6
2024 Like for-like 5.2 3.6 86.9
2024/2023 Change (%) -12% 18% -36%
2019 AND 2024 VIPARIS CARBON FOOTPRINT FOLLOWING “MARKET-BASED” AND “LOCATION-BASED” METHODS
Viparis’ carbon footprint is presented below, separated from the rest of URW portfolio:
Location based Base year 2019
2024
Gross Scope 1 GHG emissions (tCO
2
e) – 1,395
Gross Scope 2 GHG emissions (tCO
2
e) – 3,184
Total Gross indirect (Scope 3) GHG emissions (tCO
2
e) – 894,000
Total GHG emissions (location-based) (tCO
2
e) – 898,579
Market based Base year 2019
2024
Gross Scope 1 GHG emissions (tCO
2
e) 1,570 1,395
Gross Scope 2 GHG emissions (tCO
2
e) 1,483 1,469
Total Gross indirect (Scope 3) GHG emissions (tCO
2
e) 552,764 892,512
Total GHG emissions (market-based) (tCO
2
e) 555,817 895,377
3.4.1.1.2 Water-related additional information
All the tables below refer to the Better Places scope.
Retail Office
2024 total water consumption (m
3
) 5,245,938 19,877
of which municipal water (%) 98.6% 100%
of which rainwater (%) 0.2% 0%
of which groundwater (%) 0.5% 0%
of which surface water (%) 0.5% 0%
of which wastewater from another organisation (grey water) (%) 0.2% 0%
2023 like-for-like (m
3
) 5,233,076 15,157
2024 like-for-like (m
3
) 5,245,938 19,877
2024/2023 change (%) 0.2% 31.1%
(1) DOCC represents the surface area occupied per day of occupancy.
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Quantity of water
(m
3
)
2024 total water consumption for assets located in water-stressed areas (m
3
) 1,405,505
of which municipal water (%) 98.5%
of which rainwater (%) 0%
of which groundwater (%) 1.4%
of which surface water (%) 0%
of which wastewater from another organisation (grey water) (%) 0%
2023 like-for-like (m
3
) 1,318,444
2024 like-for-like (m
3
) 1,405,505
2024/2023 change (%) 6.6%
Quantity of water
(m
3
)
2024 total water recycled and reused (grey water) for URW portfolio 10,060
2024 total water stored and used (rain water) for URW portfolio 11,375
2024 total water recycled and reused (grey water) for assets located in water-stressed areas 331
2024 total water stored and used (rain water) for assets located in water-stressed areas 364
Group
Water intensity of standing assets (m
3
/€ Mn gross revenue) 2,170
Water consumption of standing assets in (m
3
) 5,265,815
Gross revenue (equivalent to the Gross Rental Income. See Section 5.1 Consolidated financial statements) (€ Mn) 2,427
3.4.1.1.3 Details about the Part 1 of the BREEAM-In-Use certification in Europe
Retail - BREEAM IN-USE Part 1
COVERAGE OF THE CERTIFICATION – SHOPPING CENTRES (RETAIL) – BETTER PLACES SCOPE – EUROPE ONLY
Number of
assets certified
Surface area
certified
(sqm GLA)
Certification coverage
% (in number) % (in sqm GLA)
Total certified Retail assets 40 3,409,600 85% 87%
Of which Outstanding 4 255,800 10% 8%
Of which Excellent 28 2,604,800 70% 76%
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3.4.1.1.4 Details on pollution prevention, control
and mitigation for URW operations
The Group complies with all applicable environmental legislation
across all its activities. The Group’s acquisitions and developments are
covered by the policy of risk management and subject to H&S and
environmental risk analysis.
As such, the Group’s acquisition process incorporates an assessment of
technical, regulatory H&S and environmental risks, including soil
pollution, wetland protection and climate change, as part of its
preacquisition due diligence.
Air pollution
Related to the pollution of air linked to the transport of visitors to its
shopping centres, URW is committed to reduce the carbon emissions
linked to visitor transportation (see Section 3.2.2.2.2 Transition plan for
climate change mitigation) and to improve the sustainable means of
transport connectivity (including the electrification of the vehicle fleet)
to reduce the emissions of fine particles due to the use of thermal cars.
Pollution related to water and soil through
operational waste
With regards to the pollution of water and soil through waste deposit,
URW is committed to zero waste to landfill throughout its operation by
2025, to limit the global quantity of waste generated in its shopping
centres by 2030, and to improve the total recycle rate of its operational
waste to limit any potential impact related to its waste production (see
Section 3.2.2.5.2 Policies related to resource use and circular economy).
Compliance with environmental regulation
Penalties for non-compliance with environmental legislation and
regulations.
2024
2024 monetary value of fines for environmental breaches (€) 141,039
2024 total number of non-monetary sanctions for environmental breaches 0
3.4.1.1.5 Pollution prevention information
Details on pollution prevention, control and
mitigation for development activities
For all its development projects, the Group complies with all applicable
regulation regarding H&S and environmental matters. An assessment
of the environmental impact of each project (following applicable
regulation) is carried out at a very early stage. There is no provision for
environmental risk in the Group’s accounting in 2024.
Since 2011, the Group’s Considerate Construction Charter is applied to
all greenfield/brownfield construction, renovation and extension
projects in Continental Europe. It describes the Group’s requirements
and recommendations intended to optimise its worksites’
environmental quality while minimising pollution for the contractors
working on site, the neighbouring area and the natural environment. The
application of the Charter to all construction contractors has been a
specific requirement of the Sustainability Brief since 2020, and
therefore applies throughout the Group since then.
The Considerate Construction Charter
(1)
includes the following
requirements:
• Using 100% of timber for development, extension and renovation
projects from certified, sustainably managed forests with FSC or
PEFC certification , including for works;
• Providing information to people living nearby and limiting traffic
disruptions;
• Training and informing employees of construction companies;
• Ensuring proper management of risk and hazardous product
handling;
• Ensuring at least 70% of waste recycling (material recovery) by
weight, and clear traceability of all waste managed;
• Managing and limiting noise and visual pollution, as well as the risk of
soil, water and air pollution; and
• Monitoring resources in order to reduce resource consumption.
Moreover, the Group ensures that the action plans and preventive
measures are implemented by contractors during construction.
3.4.1.1.6 Estimations
2024
Proportion of total energy consumption estimated 4.0%
Proportion of total waste volume estimated 3.0%
Proportion of total water consumption estimated 3.0%
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3.4.1.2 Additional social information
3.4.1.2.1 Adequate wages (ESRS S1-10)
As suggested by the ANC (French National Accounting Regulation
Authority), to determine whether URW provides its employees with
adequate wages, in the absence of a universally recognised source of
information used as a benchmark, 2 referentials were used:
• In the EEA: the country minimum legal wage (if available at national
level) [and 50% of the average salary in the country (whichever is
higher)]; and
• In the US, the state minimum wage the employee works in.
These referentials will be reviewed in the future, as methodologies for
determining adequate wages stabilise.
Based on these referentials, all URW employees have a full-time
equivalent base salary above the benchmark defined above. In addition
to their base salary 90.9% of employees received an annual incentive
and 27.0% received an equity-based LTI award in 2024. A
comprehensive set of benefits is also provided to employees in the
various countries in which URW operates (see Section 3.4.1.2.2 Social
protection).
Analysis of URW only (excluding Viparis)
2023/2024
Like-for-like increase in average salary, including STI 3.0%
2024
Analysis of URW only (excluding Viparis)
All Female Male
Received an individual salary increase 78.3 % 79.9 % 76.4%
Received an individual STI 90.9% 89.9% 92.0%
Received an individual LTI 27.0% 23.8% 32.8%
Differentiated and selective incentives
The STI rewards individual annual performance, personal engagement,
team spirit and adherence to the Group’s values. By extending this
variable component beyond just managers, employees sale-based
objectives and senior managers, URW aims to incentivise a wider range
of employees, fostering a culture of shared success and motivation
across different levels of the organisation. The LTI aims to attract,
reward and retain key talent for the future of the Group, engaging
participants with Group long-term performance.
3.4.1.2.2 Social protection (ESRS S1-11)
All URW employees are covered by social protection through public
programmes or through benefits offered by the Group against loss of
income due to any of the following major life events: sickness,
unemployment starting from when the own worker is working for the
Group, employment injury and acquired disability, parental leave and
retirement.
3.4.1.2.3 Work-life balance metrics (ESRS S1-15)
All employees are entitled to family-related leave through the Social Policy and/or collective bargaining agreements.
2024
Percentage of employees entitled to take family-related leave 100%
Percentage of entitled employees that took family-related leave 7.1%
Percentage of female employees 8.3%
Percentage of male employees 5.6%
Family-related leave includes maternity leave, paternity leave, parental
leave, and carers’ leave that is available under national law or collective
agreements. For the purpose of this Standard, these concepts are
defined as:
(i) Maternity leave (also called pregnancy leave): employment-
protected leave of absence for employed women directly around
the time of childbirth (or, in some countries, adoption);
(ii) Paternity leave: leave from work for fathers or, where and in so far
as recognised by national law, for equivalent second parents, on the
occasion of the birth or adoption of a child for the purposes of
providing care;
(iii) Parental leave: leave from work for parents on the grounds of the
birth or adoption of a child to take care of that child, as defined by
each Member State; and
(iv) Carers’ leave from work: leave for workers to provide personal care
or support to a relative, or a person who lives in the same
household, in need of significant care or support for a serious
medical reason, as defined by each Member State.
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3.4.1.3 Additional governance information
3.4.1.3.1 Political influence and lobbying activities
Relations with professional organisations
As one of the leading listed commercial real estate companies
worldwide, URW has the responsibility to encourage the industry as a
whole to adopt more sustainable practices. The Group is a member of
the EPRA, and its Sustainability Committee. The mission of the EPRA
Sustainability Committee is to “support the publicly listed real estate
sector, through the EPRA platform, in playing its part in the global
transition to an environmentally, socially and economically sustainable
economy”. URW’s CEO is a member of the EPRA Board of Directors.
URW is also a member of the EPRA Reporting & Accounting Committee,
as well as the Regulatory & Taxation Committee. At Group level, URW
is a founding member of the European Council of Shopping Places.
At regional or country level, the Group is a member of professional
organisations such as, in France, FACT and its sustainability group.
URW is also a member of the French Association of Private Businesses
(Association française des entreprises privées, “AFEP”), and of the
Sustainable Development Committee of the French listed property
federation (Fédération des Entreprises Immobilières, “FEI”).
In 2023, URW became a member of the Green Building Observatory
(Observatoire de l’Immobilier Durable, “OID”), a French initiative
positioned as an independent exchange space in the real estate sector
for sustainable development topics. The OID aims to contribute to the
rise of ESG themes in France and internationally, through a programme
of actions on the ground and with public authorities.
Political influence
The Group’s political influence is strictly limited to what is allowed by
the Code of Ethics and the Political Contribution Policy applicable to the
US, and by applicable laws. Political influence activities are primarily
aimed at developing the Group’s local footprint, promoting the local
economy and/or strengthening the urban and social network and are
aligned with the Group’s sustainability roadmap “Better Places”. URW
implements a public affairs strategy at Group level with a focus on
inflation, taxes, commercial and decarbonation to maintain a level
playing field with other sectors on regulations. In the US, the Group’s
political engagement covers topics primarily related to reducing
organised retail crime, systemic homeless and addiction, as well as
addressing tax increase measures at the federal, state and local levels.
In Europe, any form of political donation or in-kind or financial
contributions are strictly prohibited by the Group. In the US, URW has a
network of lobbyists
(1)
under the authority of the Director of Public
Affairs, which provides recommendations and assists URW to make
political donations under the strict control of the US General Counsel, in
accordance with applicable laws and URW’s relevant policies and after
authorisation from the US COO. As a corporation doing business in the
US, URW is prohibited under federal law and the laws of certain states
from making political contributions, including in-kind contributions, and
therefore does not make such contributions where such contributions
are prohibited. In 2024, URW did not make any political contributions in
the US.
Specific charitable contributions or sponsorships are carried out only
with charities and entities registered under the local applicable laws. It
is not within URW’s policy to provide any form of financial support to
political parties, trade-unions or religious organisations except to the
extent it is permitted by law and in reasonable amounts. Donations to
charities, non-profit initiatives or social projects comprise a risk of
having funds or assets of value being diverted for the personal use or
benefit of a public official or a private party. Particular caution is
observed if a potential contribution is directed towards a company
having an affiliation with a public official. Any contributions above
€/$/£15,000 must be pre-validated by the Group CRSO for European
operations or by the US COO. An annual list of all the Group’s
sponsoring and charitable contributions is kept and followed-up at
Group level.
URW strictly abides by the legal requirements to annually declare and
disclose French lobbying activities on the French High Authority for
Transparency in Public Affairs’ (“HATVP”) dedicated platform, through
its French subsidiary Unibail Management SAS (for more information on
the reported data, please consult HATVP’s website
(2)
.
(1) Public information available at: https://www.opensecrets.org/federal-lobbying/clients/summary?cycle=2023&id=D000070754
(2) For the HATVP, please consult the following link: https://www.hatvp.fr/fiche-organisation/?organisation=414878389## (in French only) and the following link for the EU
Transparency Register, its EU-level equivalent: https://transparency-register.europa.eu/index_en.
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3.4.2 Alignment with sustainability reporting standards and frameworks
From 2024, as required by the European Union Directive 2022/2464 of December 14, 2022, amending Regulation No 537/2014, Directive 2004/109/
EC, Directive 2006/43/EC and Directive 2013/34/EU, as regards corporate sustainability reporting (the “Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive”
or “CSRD”), URW aligned its 2024 Sustainability Statement with this regulation.
The 2024 URW URD also complies with the sBPR established by the EPRA. For the thirteenth time in a row, URW received the EPRA Gold Award in
2024 for completing its 2023 reporting in accordance with the EPRA sBPR.
Cross-references tables of the Group’s 2024 sustainability reporting with EPRA, Global Reporting Initiative and SASB frameworks, as well as with the
TCFD’s core elements of climate-related financial disclosures, are available in the sustainability section of the Group’s website:
• Since 2013, URW follows the Global Reporting Initiative guidelines. The 2024 URD has been prepared in accordance with the Global Reporting
Initiative Standards: Core option. URW’s sustainability reporting also follows the SASB dedicated sustainability accounting standard for real
estate.
• The 2024 Group’s Sustainability Statement strives to align with the recommendations of the TCFD. Since 2020, URW is an official supporter of the
Financial Stability Board’s TCFD, recognising the importance of increasing transparency of climate-related risks and opportunities, promoting
more informed financial decision-making and building a more resilient financial system.
The Group’s Better Places sustainability roadmap is furthermore aligned with the United Nations SDGs. Its contributions to the SDGs are detailed in
the table below.
Contribution of Better Places to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals
Pillars Ambitions SDGs
ENVIRONMENTAL TRANSITION
Reduce Scopes 1 and 2 emissions by
-90% by 2030
Design sustainable buildings
Minimise the environmental impact through innovative design and construction
Improve eco-efficiency
Collaborate with tenants and contractors for efficient resource use
Develop connectivity and sustainable mobility
Ensure access to public transport and sustainable mobility
Cut waste, integrate nature and biodiversity
Contribute to greener cities by protecting biodiversity and reducing waste
volumes
Optimise water use
Reduce water intensity and generalise water reuse solutions
SUSTAINABLE EXPERIENCE
Meet the needs and expectations of
consumers for sustainable places
and products
Accelerate the transition towards sustainable experiences
Provide transparency and support the evolution of retail
Promote responsible consumption
Promote healthier and more responsible consumption
THRIVING COMMUNITIES
Be a catalyst for growth within the
communities in which the Group
operates
Empower URW’s employees to
become sustainability and diversity
change-makers
Bring together
Promote diversity and inclusion throughout the organisation
Engage with local stakeholders and expand local economies
Support local partners and foster local economic development
Empower
Develop and train talent
Inspire
Make sustainability a core part of URW’s corporate culture
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ACTIVITY REVIEW
4.1 Management discussion & analysis 301
4.1.1 Business review and 2024 results 301
4.1.2 Investments and divestments 319
4.1.3 Development projects as at December 31, 2024 321
4.1.4 Property portfolio and Net Asset Value as at December 31, 2024 325
4.1.5 Financial resources 344
4.1.6 EPRA Performance measures 352
4.2 Other information 360
4.2.1 Group consolidated data 360
4.2.2 Consolidated income statement by segment and region 364
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4.1 Management discussion &
analysis
(1)
4.1.1 Business review and 2024 results
4.1.1.1 Accounting principles and scope of
consolidation
Accounting principles
Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield’s (“URW” or “the Group”) consolidated
financial statements as at December 31, 2024, were prepared in
accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (“IFRS”)
as adopted by the European Union as at that date.
The Group also prepares financial statements in a proportionate format,
in which the joint-controlled entities are accounted for on a
proportionate basis, instead of being accounted for using the equity
method under IFRS. The business review and results are presented
based on the financial statements on a proportionate basis, with no
impact on the net results.
Certain amounts recorded in the consolidated financial statements
reflect estimates and assumptions made by management in regards of
complex geopolitical and macro-economic environment and difficulties
in assessing their impacts and future prospects. In this context,
management has taken into account these uncertainties on the basis of
reliable information available at the date of the preparation of the
consolidated financial statements, particularly with regards to the fair
value of investment properties and financial instruments, the
estimation of the provision for doubtful debtors, as well as the testing of
goodwill and intangible assets.
Due to inherent uncertainties associated with estimates, the Group
reviews those estimates based on regularly updated information.
Actual results might eventually differ from estimates made at the date
of the preparation of the consolidated financial statements.
97% of URW’s property portfolio and intangible assets related to the
Shopping Centres, Offices & Others, Convention & Exhibition and
Services segments were valued by independent appraisers as at
December 31, 2024.
Scope of consolidation
The principal changes in the scope of consolidation since December 31,
2023, are:
• The disposal of:
- Equinoccio in January 2024;
- Westfield Annapolis in August 2024;
- The remaining 13% stake in Aupark in September 2024;
- A student housing land plot in the UK adjacent to Westfield
Stratford City in September 2024;
- Units in La Valentine in September 2024;
- The office component of the Gaîté-Montparnasse mixed-use
complex in November 2024;
- Pasing Arcaden in November 2024; and
- A 25% stake in Centrum Černý Most in December 2024;
• The acquisition of:
- The remaining 50% stake in CH Ursynów in February 2024;
- The remaining 50% stake in Westfield Montgomery in July 2024;
- An additional 38.9% stake in URW Germany JV
(2)
in December
2024, taking the Group’s stake to 89.9%; and
- An office building to be retrofitted in Levallois-Perret in
December2024.
Operational reporting
URW operates its owned assets in 11 countries grouped in 9 regions:
France, the United States of America (“US”), Poland, Czech Republic
(“Central Europe”), the United Kingdom (“UK”), Sweden, Denmark
(“Nordics”), Spain, Austria, Germany and The Netherlands. These
countries were operationally grouped in 5 main regions, i.e. Southern
Europe (France, Spain, Italy), Northern Europe (Sweden, Denmark, The
Netherlands), Central and Eastern Europe (Germany, Austria, Poland,
Czech Republic), UK and US. In 2025, Northern Europe and UK will be
regrouped as 1 region.
As Southern Europe (France) has substantial activities in all 3 business
lines of the Group, this region is itself divided into 3 segments: Shopping
Centres, Offices & Others and Convention & Exhibition (“C&E”)
(3)
. The
other regions operate almost exclusively in the Shopping Centres
segment. In the US, the Group also operates an airport terminals
commercial management business.
(1) The Management Discussion & Analysis is based on the Financial statements prepared on a proportionate basis.
(2) URW Germany JV (“URW Germany”) owns Minto (Mönchengladbach), Höfe am Brühl (Leipzig), Palais Vest (Recklinghausen), a 50% stake in Paunsdorf Center (Leipzig), a 20%
stake in Gropius Passagen (Berlin), the fee business activity for third-party assets in Germany, as well as a cash amount including the net proceeds from the recent sale of
Pasing Arcaden (Munich).
(3) C&E includes the Les Boutiques du Palais retail asset.
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4.1.1.2 Operating performance
Sales and footfall data in the US relate to Flagship assets, which form
the core of URW’s activities in the region. US Regional assets, represent
less than 1% of the Group’s Gross Market Value ("GMV").
Footfall
(1)
and tenant sales
(2)
European footfall
In Europe, 2024 footfall was up +2.6% compared to 2023, including
+2.8% in Continental Europe and +1.1% in the UK.
US footfall
In the US, 2024 footfall
(3)
increased by +2.8% compared to 2023
(4)
.
European tenant sales
2024 sales showed strong performance, outperforming footfall
evolution. In 2024, tenant sales were up +3.8% in Europe, with
Continental Europe at +4.1% and the UK at +2.4%.
In Europe, URW tenant sales growth was well above average core
inflation of 3.2% in 2024 and national sales indices of +2.3%
(5)
over the
period, indicating that URW centres continued to gain market share.
2024 saw a strong increase in well-being sectors, with Fitness +23.8%
and Health & Beauty +10.5%, while Fashion and Food & Beverage
continued to perform strongly at +5.0% and +3.9%, respectively.
US tenant sales
In the US, 2024 tenant sales
(6)
increased by +6.6%, compared to an
average core inflation of 3.4% and national sales index of +2.5%
(5)
over
the period.
This performance was mainly driven by Fitness (+23.3%), Sport
(+17.6%), Culture, Media & Technology (+11.7%), Jewellery (+9.7%),
Luxury (+9.3%), Fashion (+9.2%) and Food & Beverage (+5.8%).
Group footfall and tenant sales summary
The table below summarises the Group’s footfall and tenant sales growth in 2024:
Region
Footfall (%) Tenant Sales (%)
2024vs. 2023
2024 vs. 2023
National Sales
Index
(a)
France +4.3% +3.6% +1.9%
Spain +6.5% +13.6% +3.1%
Central Europe +0.2% +5.6% +4.1%
Austria +0.8% +2.3% +1.5%
Germany (1.4%) (0.4%) +2.4%
Nordics +2.3% +2.3% +2.4%
The Netherlands +1.2% n/a n/a
Total Continental Europe +2.8% +4.1% +2.4%
UK +1.1% +2.4% +1.5%
Total Europe +2.6% +3.8% +2.3%
US Flagships +2.8% +6.6% +2.5%
Total Group
(b)
+2.6% +4.5% +2.3%
(a) Based on latest national indices available (year-on-year evolution) as at December 2024: France: INSEE (November); Spain: Instituto Nacional de Estadística; Central Europe
(November): Polish Council of Shopping Centres (Poland), Český Statistický Úřad (Czech Republic); Austria: Eurostat (November); Germany: Destatis-Genesis; Nordics:
Statistikdatabasen (Sweden); UK: Office for National Statistics; US: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
(b) Total Group including Europe and US Flagships. Including US Regionals and CBD asset, total URW sales growth was +4.4% compared to 2023.
(1) Footfall for all centres in operation, including extensions of existing assets, but excluding deliveries of new brownfield projects and heavy refurbishment, newly acquired assets
and assets under heavy refurbishment (CH Ursynów, Croydon, Westfield CNIT, Garbera and Centrum Černý Most) or works in the surrounding area (Fisketorvet) and Bonaire as
the centre is closed temporarily since the flooding in October 2024, excluding Carrousel du Louvre and excluding Złote Tarasy as this centre is not managed by URW.
(2) Tenant sales for all centres (except The Netherlands) in operation, including extensions of existing assets, but excluding deliveries of new brownfield projects and heavy
refurbishment, newly acquired assets and assets under heavy refurbishment (CH Ursynów, Croydon, Westfield CNIT, Garbera, Centrum Černý Most) or works in the
surrounding area (Fisketorvet) and Bonaire as the centre is closed temporarily since the flooding in October 2024, excluding Złote Tarasy as this centre is not managed by
URW, excluding Carrousel du Louvre and excluding Auto category for Europe and Auto and Department Stores for the US.
(3) US Flagships only. US Regionals at +4.6%.
(4) Based on a new counting algorithm implemented by Placer.ai in September 2024, which affects the comparability with the communicated footfall of previous periods. Based on
the updated algorithm, Q1-2024, H1-2024 and 9M-2024 footfall would be at +4.4%, +3.4% and +2.3% respectively.
(5) Based on latest national indices available (year-on-year evolution) as at December 2024: France: INSEE (November); Spain: Instituto Nacional de Estadística; Central Europe
(November): Polish Council of Shopping Centres (Poland), Český Statistický Úřad (Czech Republic); Austria: Eurostat (November); Germany: Destatis-Genesis; Nordics:
Statistikdatabasen (Sweden); UK: Office for National Statistics; US: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
(6) US Flagships only. US Regionals and US CBD asset (Westfield World Trade Center) at +3.7% and +2.0%, respectively.
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Bankruptcies
Bankruptcies have decreased in 2024 with 246 stores affected
compared to 355 stores in 2023. Overall, tenant insolvency procedures
represented 2.5% of the stores in URW’s portfolio in 2024 (3.5% in 2023)
with Northern Europe and Germany among the most impacted regions.
69% of bankrupted units saw their tenant still in place or were relet as at
end of December, the remainder impacting vacancy.
Rent collection
(1)
As at January 31, 2025, 97% of the Group’s invoiced 2024 rents and
service charges has been collected.
Since January 2024, the Group also collected additional rents that
related to 2023, improving its 2023 collection rate from 97%, as
reported for the full-year 2023 results, to 98% at December 2024.
4.1.1.3 Business review by segment
The Business review by segment presented below has been prepared
based on the Group’s European perimeter. A separate section contains
the US Business review. Unless otherwise indicated, all references are
to URW's European operations and relate to the period ended December
31, 2024.
Europe – Shopping Centres
Activity
Leasing activity
(2)
In 2024, URW signed 1,478 leases (vs. 1,509) on standing assets for
€316.9Mn of Minimum Guaranteed Rents (“MGR”) (vs. €285.4 Mn).
2024 MGR signed on leases above 3 years amounted to €270.0Mn, i.e.
85% of MGR signed (vs. €233.7 Mn and 82%). The increase in proportion
of long-term leases reflects the effectiveness of URW’s proactive
leasing strategy, the strong appeal for URW assets and the return to a
normalised situation.
The MGR uplift on renewals and relettings was +3.5% on top of indexed
passing rents (+2.8% in 2023) in Continental Europe, driven by a strong
reversion in Central Europe and Spain, partially offset by a decrease in
Austria, Germany and The Netherlands. It was +6.1% including the
indexation effect
(3)
. The MGR uplift on renewals and relettings was
+9.0% in the UK and +4.5% for Europe as a whole on top of indexed
passing rents.
Deals longer than 36 months had an MGR uplift of +5.7% on top of
indexed passing rents (+4.5% in 2023) for Continental Europe and
+8.3% including the indexation effect
(3)
. MGR uplift on deals longer than
36 months was +8.9% for the UK and +6.3% for Europe as a whole on
top of indexed passing rents.
The average rent per sqm on deals signed in Europe increased by +4.0%
from €532/sqm/year in 2023 to €553/sqm/year in 2024, showing the
focus on higher value leases.
Region
Lettings/relettings/renewals excluding Pipeline
Number of leases
signed sqm MGR (€ Mn)
MGR uplift
MGR uplift on deals above
3 years firm duration
€ Mn % € Mn %
France 258 117,159 80.8 2.3 3.5% 2.3 3.6%
Spain 169 50,968 29.6 2.5 9.8% 2.6 12.2%
Southern Europe 427 168,127 110.4 4.8 5.3% 4.8 5.8%
Central Europe 286 63,723 47.8 5.3 13.1% 5.7 17.4%
Austria 123 40,263 20.2 (1.6) (7.9%) (0.1) (0.9%)
Germany 247 128,365 42.7 (0.3) (0.8%) (0.1) (0.4%)
Central and Eastern Europe 656 232,351 110.7 3.3 3.3% 5.5 7.1%
Nordics 131 50,726 21.1 (0.0) (0.1%) 0.1 0.4%
The Netherlands 86 24,940 11.2 (0.5) (5.4%) (0.1) (2.2%)
Northern Europe 217 75,666 32.4 (0.5) (1.9%) (0.1) (0.3%)
Total Continental Europe 1,300 476,143 253.5 7.6 3.5% 10.2 5.7%
UK
(a)
178 97,122 63.4 4.2 9.0% 3.6 8.9%
Total Europe
1,478 573,265 316.9 11.8 4.5% 13.8 6.3%
Figures may not add up due to rounding.
(a) Excluding Croydon to be redeveloped and restructured.
(1) Retail only, assets at 100%. MGR + Common Area Maintenance (“CAM”) in the US.
(2) Leasing activity includes only deals with maturity >= 12 months, consistent with prior periods. Usual 3 / 6/ 9 leases in France are included in the long-term leases. Excluding
Croydon, to be redeveloped and restructured. 2023 leasing activity restated for disposals.
(3) i.e. before the previous leases’ rents indexation.
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Leading retailers show appetite for URW’s shopping centres,
recognising the crucial role of their physical stores at URW’s destination
assets to their business model. The trend remains towards prime
stores offering comprehensive services, such as click & collect and self-
check-out, as they enhance customers’ shopping experience while
boosting retailers’ financial performance through “drive-to-store” and
omnichannel strategies.
• Notable upsizings in 2024 included Sephora in Westfield Mokotów,
New Yorker in Westfield Centro, Primark in Westfield Stratford City,
H&M and Lacoste in Westfield La Part-Dieu, Pull&Bear in Westfield
Donau Zentrum and Celio in Westfield Euralille.
• URW also signed leases with retailers entering new markets, such as
in France with Glowstation in Westfield Forum des Halles, in the UK
with Peter Alexander in Westfield London, in Poland with TAG Heuer
and Made by Society in Westfield Mokotów, and in Austria with
Stradivarius in Westfield Donau Zentrum.
• The Group continued to attract Digitally Native Vertical Brands,
including Oh My Cream in Westfield Parly 2, S’portofino in Westfield
Chodov, Emma Sleep in Westfield Glòries, Nobody’s Child in
Westfield Stratford City as well as Blue Banana in Westfield
Parquesur, demonstrating the importance of physical presence
within retailers’ growth strategy.
The rotation rate was 10.7%, in line with URW’s objective to rotate at
least 10% of tenants or concepts annually.
The Group also saw several key store openings in 2024 across growing
sectors, including:
• Sport with the opening of Gymshark and JD Sports' largest store
worldwide (4,200 sqm) in Westfield Stratford City, Adidas in
Westfield Vélizy 2, as well as Nike’s refurbished 1,300 sqm new
concept store in Westfield Forum des Halles;
• Health & Beauty with the opening of Dior Beauty in Westfield Chodov,
Aroma-Zone in both Westfield Euralille and Westfield CNIT, Rituals in
Westfield Glòries and Westfield Donau Zentrum, Charlotte Tilbury in
Westfield London, and Normal in Westfield Vélizy 2; and
• Entertainment with the opening of La Tête dans Les Nuages, a
leading French leisure concept, in Westfield Les 4 Temps, Flip Out in
Westfield Täby Centrum, Bowling Sur in Westfield Parquesur, Cine
Yelmo in Westfield La Maquinista, and Gravity MAX, London’s biggest
urban theme park, in Westfield Stratford City.
Retail Media & other income – Europe
Retail Media & other income includes Westfield Rise, the Group’s retail
media and brand partnerships in-house agency (“Retail Media”), as well
as kiosks, seasonal markets, pop-ups and car park activations (“other
income”).
Total Retail Media & other income activity in Europe reached €110.2Mn
in net margin at 100%, including €75.1 Mn from Retail Media and
€35.1 Mn from other income. It contributed €84.7Mn to the Group’s Net
Rental Income ("NRI") on a proportionate basis, up +33.1% compared to
2023.
Retail Media – Westfield Rise
Since its inception in 2022, Westfield Rise has generated growing
revenues from media advertising and brand experience campaigns,
supported by data analytics.
In 2024, Westfield Rise gross income
(1)
in Europe was up by +34.6%
compared to 2023, outperforming the OOH
(2)
media market. The net
margin reached €75.1 Mn in 2024, up +40.8% and +65.1% compared to
2023 and 2022 respectively, achieving the target level announced
during the Group’s 2022 Investor Day.
During 2024, Westfield Rise enhanced its large-format screens with the
implementation of 2 new immersive screens: one in Westfield Mokotów
and the new “Digital Dream”, the largest interactive indoor screen in
Europe, in Westfield Les 4 Temps.
Westfield Rise also signed new long-term media partnerships with
Ocean Outdoor in Germany and Goldbach in Austria on significantly
improved terms compared to the previous agreement. These
partnerships will benefit from the deployment of new large-format
screens in both countries from end of 2024 onwards.
The 2024 Olympic Games in Paris and the UEFA Euro 2024 football
competition in Germany benefitted Westfield Rise activity in 2024,
specifically within the Sport and Culture, Media & Technology
segments. Notable campaigns included Samsung’s exterior media
domination campaign at Westfield Les 4 Temps, Nike and Adidas’s
media and experiential campaigns at Westfield Forum des Halles,
Adidas activations at Westfield Centro and Höfe am Brühl, as well as the
JD Sports activation at Westfield Parquesur.
In 2024, key brands along with URW malls’ retailers have placed an
even stronger confidence in the Westfield Rise agency, in particular in
the Health & Beauty category (e.g., L’Oréal, Sephora, Rituals,
L’Occitane) and in the Entertainment and Automotive categories (e.g.,
PlayStation, Amazon Prime Video, General Motors, Cadillac, Volvo,
BYD).
Following the audit and certification by the CESP
(3)
in October 2024,
Westfield Rise launched its new AI-powered solution to measure
audience and drive-to-store impact of in-mall advertising campaigns.
Brands can now gauge the performance and effectiveness of their in-
mall ad campaigns with the same precision as digital advertising. This
audience qualification tool and first proprietary algorithms are now
operational in 20 Westfield centres across 9 European countries,
providing valuable and insightful data to communication agencies and
advertisers.
The average revenue per visit
(4)
, a key performance indicator, stood at
€0.10 per visit in 2024, +38.2% compared to 2023, driven by an increase
in revenue above the footfall increase and the positive impact of the
Olympics.
Other income
Other income performance, which mainly includes pop-up stores, was
up +5.2% in 2024 compared to 2023, with a net margin reaching
€35.1Mn.
(1) At 100%.
(2) Out-Of-Home.
(3) The Centre d’Étude des Supports de Publicité ("CESP") is a Paris-based third-party organisation in the media and communications industries, CESP’s mandate is to certify the
quality of audience measurement studies and other tools used by the industry in order to ensure that advertising space is monetised on the basis of relevant, robust and
verified criteria.
(4) Revenue generated by Westfield Rise divided by the footfall of the same period.
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Marketing & Communication
Westfield is the Flagship brand of Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield, which
owns, develops, and operates sustainable malls with its purpose to
create sustainable places that “Reinvent Being Together”.
The Group launched several branding and marketing actions in 2024:
• Assets branding: 2 additional assets were branded as Westfield
destinations, CNIT in France and Ruhr Park in Germany, bringing the
total Westfield branded assets in Europe to 22 assets as at December
31, 2024.
• Brand promotion: several campaigns launched in 2024 to promote
the Westfield brand at both global and regional levels, increasing the
customers’ awareness and consideration of the Westfield malls.
- Westfield Good Festival: an opportunity for the Group to further
display the sustainable evolution in the retail sector, offering
brands a platform to showcase their efforts towards the
environmental transition while inspiring customers to embrace
sustainable practices. This event, held in the 22 European
Westfield shopping centres, offered visitors a mix of sustainability-
themed experiences and activities including workshops, second-
hand markets, influencer talks and pop-up stores, delivered in
partnership with more than 120 brands, non-governmental
organisations ("NGOs") and local organisations. The festival also
showcased the winner of the People’s Choice Award at the 2023
Westfield Grand Prix (in France, the UK, Spain, Germany and
Austria).
- Westfield Days: the Group celebrated the latest trends in fashion,
beauty, food and technology in 14 European destinations in October
2024, involving 217 brands.
- Paris Olympics and Paralympics: as an Official Supporter in
France of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, the Group rolled out
activations in 8 French shopping centres and on social media,
including a 25-day “The Place to Play” tour, 100 days of sports
initiation sessions with local associations, XXL game areas, and
large-scale advertising campaigns.
• Brand awareness: The Westfield brand was also strengthened,
with notable results in terms of brand awareness, consideration and
recruitment for the loyalty programme. Communication efforts over
these months were recognised with various awards, including a gold
medal at Les Trophées Marketing B2C and a silver medal at the Grand
Prix Stratégies.
Overall, these events enabled the Group to continue building brand
awareness while sustaining footfall in its malls.
In addition, the Group has continued to enhance the global digital
experience by revamping its website and app ecosystems, reaching 25
million website visitors and over 1 million new app users in 2024. As at
December 31, 2024, the Group’s customer database expanded to
16.8 million contacts, including 12.9 million loyalty members or account
holders. On social media, the Group’s shopping centre accounts across
Facebook, Instagram and TikTok, in both Europe and the US, reached a
total of 10 million followers as at December 31, 2024.
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Net Rental Income
Total consolidated NRI was €1,428.2 Mn for Continental Europe (+4.9%) and €1,566.0 Mn for Europe (+4.7%), mainly as a result of positive like-for-
like evolution.
In 2024, the NRI was positively impacted by indexation, leasing activity, higher variable income and FX impact, partly offset by disposals.
Region
Net Rental Income (€ Mn)
2024
2023 %
France 532.5 525.5 1.3%
Spain 184.4 169.0 9.1%
Southern Europe 716.8 694.6 3.2%
Central Europe 267.7 248.8 7.6%
Austria 115.4 111.8 3.2%
Germany 129.9 126.3 2.9%
Central and Eastern Europe 513.0 486.9 5.4%
Nordics 112.2 102.2 9.8%
The Netherlands 86.1 77.5 11.1%
Northern Europe 198.3 179.7 10.3%
Total Continental Europe 1,428.2 1,361.2 4.9%
UK 137.9 134.4 2.6%
Total Europe
1,566.0 1,495.6 4.7%
Figures may not add up due to rounding.
The total net change in NRI amounted to +€70.5 Mn in Europe (including +€67.0 Mn in Continental Europe) and breaks down as follows
(1)
:
• +€86.9 Mn of like-for-like NRI growth in Europe (+6.3%) including +€75.8 Mn in Continental Europe (+6.0%);
• -€27.1 Mn due to disposals of assets in France with the disposal of Polygone Riviera in October 2023 and La Valentine in September 2024, in Spain
with the disposal of Equinoccio in January 2024, in Germany with the disposal of Pasing Arcaden in November 2024 and in Slovakia with the
disposal of Aupark in September 2024;
• +€5.1Mn due to assets in pipeline or delivered, primarily in France, the UK, Spain, Austria, Germany and Denmark;
• +€4.0 Mn due to positive currency effect in GBP and SEK; and
• +€1.5 Mn due to exceptional and other items including acquisitions.
Region
Like-for-like Net Rental Income (€ Mn)
2024
2023 %
France 516.7 494.8 4.4%
Spain 138.4 122.8 12.7%
Southern Europe 655.1 617.6 6.1%
Central Europe 265.2 247.5 7.1%
Austria 113.6 109.1 4.1%
Germany 108.8 105.2 3.4%
Central and Eastern Europe 487.6 461.8 5.6%
Nordics 110.9 107.5 3.1%
The Netherlands 85.4 76.2 12.0%
Northern Europe 196.2 183.7 6.8%
Total Continental Europe 1,338.9 1,263.1 6.0%
UK 137.7 126.6 8.7%
Total Europe
1,476.6 1,389.7 6.3%
Figures may not add up due to rounding.
(1) Figures may not add up due to rounding.
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Region
Like-for-like Net Rental Income evolution (%)
Indexation
Renewals and
relettings net of
departures Sales Based Rent Doubtful debtors Other Total
France 3.2% 0.9% 0.4% 2.1% (2.1%) 4.4%
Spain 2.7% 1.9% 0.7% 1.3% 6.1% 12.7%
Southern Europe 3.1% 1.1% 0.4% 1.9% (0.5%) 6.1%
Central Europe 3.6% 1.6% 0.9% 0.4% 0.6% 7.1%
Austria 3.1% (0.5%) 0.0% 2.2% (0.7%) 4.1%
Germany 2.5% (2.6%) 1.3% (0.4%) 2.6% 3.4%
Central and Eastern Europe 3.2% 0.1% 0.8% 0.7% 0.7% 5.6%
Nordics 3.0% (2.3%) 0.4% 0.2% 1.9% 3.1%
The Netherlands 0.5% 0.2% 2.5% 2.7% 6.2% 12.0%
Northern Europe 1.9% (1.3%) 1.2% 1.2% 3.7% 6.8%
Total Continental Europe 3.0% 0.4% 0.7% 1.4% 0.6% 6.0%
UK 0.0% 4.1% (1.5%) 0.3% 5.9% 8.7%
Total Europe
2.7% 0.7% 0.5% 1.3% 1.1% 6.3%
Figures may not add up due to rounding.
Like-for-like NRI increased by +6.3% (+9.7% in 2023) in Europe
(including +6.0% in Continental Europe), and includes:
• +2.7% of indexation (+5.9% in 2023), driven by a +3.0% indexation
effect in Continental Europe (+6.5% in 2023);
• +0.7% of “Renewals and relettings net of departures” (+0.8% in
2023), as a result of the decrease in vacancy, in particular in the UK,
and uplift on relettings/renewals in particular in the UK, Central
Europe and Spain partly offset by Germany, Austria and the Nordics;
• +0.5% due to higher Sales Based Rents ("SBR") (+1.4% in 2023) as a
result of strong tenants’ sales performances;
• +1.3% due to the provisions for doubtful debtors (-1.3% in 2023),
mainly due to better rent collection and overall lower bankruptcies;
• +1.1% in “Other” (+2.9% in 2023), mainly due to higher variable
revenues (in particular Retail Media, Parking income) in particular in
Spain and The Netherlands, lower service charges in the UK, partly
offset by settlement of discounts and lease terminations which
positively impacted 2023 in France.
The improvement in vacancy rate or positive MGR uplifts do not
simultaneously translate into incremental like-for-like Net Rental
Income due to, in particular, the time lag between the signing date and
the effective date of the lease and the potential delay between the lease
end of a departing tenant and the effective date of the lease with a new
tenant.
Sales Based Rents in Europe amounted to €69.3Mn in 2024 (4.4% of
NRI), including €57.6 Mn in Continental Europe (4.0% of NRI) and
€11.7Mn in the UK (8.5% of NRI). This corresponds to a growth of +6.8%
compared to 2023 and +11.8% on a like-for-like basis on the back of
strong sales performances of URW retailers.
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Vacancy and Occupancy Cost Ratio (“OCR”)
The Estimated Rental Value (“ERV”) of vacant space in operation in the portfolio was €69.7Mn in Europe (€71.2Mn as at December 31, 2023) and
€52.8Mn in Continental Europe (€51.7 Mn as at December 31, 2023). Overall, the EPRA vacancy rate
(1)
was 3.6%, compared to 3.8% as at
December31, 2023.
The EPRA vacancy rate in Continental Europe was 3.2%, stable compared to December 31, 2023 and below the June 30, 2024 level of +3.5%.
Vacancy in the UK
(2)
decreased from 6.9% to 5.8% as a result of strong leasing activity. Vacancy rate in Westfield London stood at 8.7%, steadily
absorbing the impact of the 2018 extension (c. 80,000sqm) while Westfield Stratford City vacancy continued to trend downwards below 3%.
Region
Vacancy
Dec. 31, 2024
June 30, 2024 Dec. 31, 2023
€ Mn %
% %
France 25.4 4.0% 4.0% 3.8%
Spain 4.1 1.8% 1.4% 1.5%
Southern Europe 29.4 3.4% 3.3% 3.2%
Central Europe 3.8 1.4% 1.5% 1.5%
Austria 2.0 1.9% 3.3% 2.6%
Germany 6.2 3.8% 4.5% 3.6%
Central and Eastern Europe 12.0 2.2% 2.8% 2.5%
Nordics 7.2 5.7% 7.2% 6.9%
The Netherlands 4.2 4.2% 4.9% 3.5%
Northern Europe 11.3 5.0% 6.2% 5.3%
Total Continental Europe 52.8 3.2% 3.5% 3.2%
UK
(a)
16.9 5.8% 6.4% 6.9%
Total Europe
69.7 3.6% 4.0% 3.8%
Excluding pipeline.
Figures may not add up due to rounding.
(a) Excluding Croydon to be redeveloped and restructured.
The 2024 OCR
(3)
was at 15.4% for Continental Europe, slightly above 15.3% in 2023 and below its 2019 level of 15.5% as a result of retailers’ strong
sales performance. In the UK
(4)
, the OCR was down at 16.7% vs. 17.4% in 2023 and 19.9% in 2019, thanks to tenants’ sales performance and a
decrease in business rates and service charges.
The OCR does not fully reflect the increasing role and value of stores for retailers through increased volume of activity, higher EBIT margin generated
in store from halo effect, collection (click & collect) or return of products in store promoted by retailers as well as brand and marketing.
(1) EPRA vacancy rate: ERV of vacant spaces divided by ERV of total surfaces.
(2) Excluding Croydon to be redeveloped and restructured.
(3) Occupancy Cost Ratio (“OCR”): (rental charges + service charges including marketing costs for tenants, all including VAT) / (tenant sales over last rolling 12 months, including
VAT). OCR in The Netherlands mainly relates to Westfield Mall of the Netherlands. Primark sales are estimates. Excluding atypical activities.
(4) Excluding Croydon, to be redeveloped and restructured. Excluding atypical activities.
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Region
OCR
2024
2023
France 16.2% 16.0%
Spain 14.4% 14.7%
Southern Europe 15.9% 15.8%
Central Europe 16.3% 15.6%
Austria 16.4% 17.3%
Germany 13.4% 13.4%
Central and Eastern Europe 15.2% 15.0%
Nordics 14.4% 14.7%
The Netherlands 13.6% 14.2%
Northern Europe 14.0% 14.5%
Total Continental Europe 15.4% 15.3%
UK
(a)
16.7% 17.4%
Total Europe
15.6% 15.6%
Figures may not add up due to rounding.
(a) Excluding Croydon, to be redeveloped and restructured. Excluding atypical activities.
Lease Expiry Schedule
Europe (Shopping Centres)
Lease expiry schedule
MGR at date of
next break option
(€ Mn) As a % of total
MGR at expiry
date (€ Mn) As a % of total
Expired 62.2 4.2% 62.2 4.2%
2025 261.2 17.5% 158.5 10.6%
2026 288.8 19.4% 140.0 9.4%
2027 238.5 16.0% 173.6 11.6%
2028 205.9 13.8% 155.1 10.4%
2029 159.6 10.7% 152.2 10.2%
2030 101.7 6.8% 119.5 8.0%
2031 57.0 3.8% 96.6 6.5%
2032 31.5 2.1% 85.1 5.7%
2033 23.3 1.6% 117.6 7.9%
2034 16.8 1.1% 84.3 5.6%
2035 5.4 0.4% 41.2 2.8%
Beyond 39.8 2.7% 105.8 7.1%
Total
1,491.7 100% 1,491.7 100%
Figures may not add up due to rounding.
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Europe – Offices & Others
A. Office property market as at
December 31, 2024
(1)
Take-up
With 1,750,352 sqm of office space rented in 2024, take-up in the overall
Paris region decreased by -9% compared to 2023 (1,931,950 sqm) and
by -21% compared to 10-year average levels.
Paris represented 47% of the 2024 take-up in volume, and the La
Défense and Western Crescent sectors together represented 28%. The
share of La Défense in the Paris region take-up has increased from 7% in
2023 to 12% in 2024. This reflects that occupiers select key business
districts that are well connected to transportation networks as
strategic locations.
The number of large transactions (˃5,000 sqm) decreased to 49 deals
in 2024 (vs. 56 recorded in 2023).
Available area & vacancy rate
The immediate supply in the Paris region increased by +19% year-on-
year to reach 5.6 Mn sqm. As at December 31, 2024, the level of new or
refurbished supply reached 1.8 Mn sqm and accounted for 32% of the
total immediate supply (29% at end of 2023).
The Paris region vacancy rate continued to increase, reaching 10.2% at
the end of 2024 compared to 8.5% at the end of 2023, with significant
discrepancies between areas:
• Paris CBD at 3.5% (vs. 2.4% in 2023);
• La Défense at 14.9% (stable vs. 2023); and
• Peri-Défense at 28.4% (vs. 21.8% in 2023).
Rental values
In this two-tier market, the evolution of rents varied significantly,
depending on centrality, access to public transportation, amenities and
ESG performance of the assets. Rents kept increasing inside Paris but
were under pressure in more challenging areas where the increase of
immediate and future supply and a lower demand put pressure on
rental values for non-prime assets and second-hand buildings.
In 2024, the highest rent in Paris CBD was €1,200/sqm/year and
€655/sqm/year in La Défense (for the Sanofi transaction in CB3).
Rent incentives in Paris CBD decreased to 16% (vs. 17% in 2023) but
increased to 37% in La Défense (vs. 35% in 2023) and were overall at
22% in the Paris region.
Investment market
The total volume of office transactions in the Paris region for 2024
reached €3.4 Bn, down by -27% compared to 2023 (€4.7Bn) and -75%
vs. 10-year average.
9 large transactions above €100Mn were signed in 2024, representing
c. 36% of total volume.
Paris remained the main market and represented around 79% of the
2024 transactions (57% in 2023).
No transaction above €250 Mn occurred. The largest single-asset
transactions were:
• Grand Opéra Halévy Meyerbeer in Paris CBD (€219Mn);
• 119-121 Boulevard Hausmann in Paris CBD (€183 Mn); and
• Gaîté-Montparnasse Office in Paris 14
th
district, sold by URW in
November 2024 (€173 Mn).
In December 2024, URW agreed to sell an 80% stake in Trinity office
tower at Paris La Défense to Norges Bank Investment Management, for
an implied offer price of c. €447 Mn at 100%. The transaction is subject
to standard conditions and is expected to be completed during Q1-2025.
It demonstrates the appeal of modern and efficient building in well-
connected locations.
B. Activity
Consolidated NRI amounted to €101.0 Mn, a +26.0% increase compared to 2023.
Region
Net Rental Income (€ Mn)
2024
2023 %
France 80.9 65.8 22.9%
Other countries 20.2 14.4 39.8%
Total NRI
101.0 80.2 26.0%
Figures may not add up due to rounding.
The increase of +€20.8Mn breaks down as follows:
• Like-for-like NRI growth of +€11.0Mn (+17.0%), mainly due to leasing activity in Trinity and the performance of Pullman Paris-Montparnasse;
• +€9.2Mn due to assets in pipeline or delivered, mainly in the UK (Coppermaker Square at Stratford) and in France (Lightwell in Paris La Défense);
• +€0.9 Mn due to currency effects of GBP and exceptional items; and
• -€0.4Mn due to the impact of disposals, including Gaîté-Montparnasse office.
(1) Sources: Immostat; BNP Paribas Real Estate and CBRE.
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Region
Like-for-like Net Rental Income (€ Mn)
2024
2023 %
France 60.6 51.4 18.0%
Other countries 15.0 13.2 13.5%
Total
75.6 64.6 17.0%
Figures may not add up due to rounding.
95% of 2024 rents invoiced in Europe were collected.
On standing assets, 17,946 weighted square metres (wsqm) were
leased in 2024, including 9,949wsqm in the UK, 4,384wsqm in France,
2,268 wsqm in Germany and 792 wsqm in the Nordics.
More specifically in France, 3,500 wsqm were signed at Trinity (Paris La
Défense) in 2024, including 1,718 wsqm to Solutec and a portion of
Welkin & Meraki’s space to Technip after its bankruptcy. As a result,
Trinity was 96% let at year-end 2024. The average rent of Trinity stands
at €564/sqm/year with lease incentives below the market average.
In relation to projects, 13,562 wsqm were signed in 2024 including
9,945 wsqm in Westfield Hamburg-Überseequartier leased to ZIM,
Redevco, Mazars and Wayes. The pre-letting of the project’s office part
stood at 64% of GLA
(1)
at the end of 2024.
The ERV of vacant office space in operation amounted to €11.0 Mn,
representing an EPRA vacancy rate of 11.7% (11.1% as at December
31, 2023), of which €9.3 Mn or 11.5% (10.3% as at December 31, 2023)
related to France, mainly due to:
• Trinity following the bankruptcy of Welkin & Meraki, partly relet; and
• Lightwell, delivered in October 2024 and 80% let to Arkema. The
Group is in active discussions for the letting of the remaining 20%
space.
C. Lease Expiry Schedule
Europe (Offices & Others)
Lease expiry schedule
MGR at date of
next break option
(€ Mn) As a % of total
MGR at expiry
date (€ Mn) As a % of total
Expired 1.8 2.1% 1.8 2.1%
2025 22.9 25.6% 21.7 24.4%
2026 3.8 4.2% 3.7 4.2%
2027 2.6 3.0% 2.6 2.9%
2028 3.1 3.5% 1.4 1.6%
2029 5.1 5.7% 2.0 2.3%
2030 14.6 16.4% 10.4 11.7%
2031 14.2 15.9% 15.4 17.3%
2032 0.3 0.3% 3.5 3.9%
2033 19.5 21.9% 24.2 27.2%
2034 0.2 0.2% 0.4 0.4%
2035 0.0 0.0% 0.0 0.0%
Beyond 1.1 1.2% 1.9 2.1%
Total
89.2 100% 89.2 100%
Figures may not add up due to rounding.
(1) Excluding Tower C, not launched.
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Convention & Exhibition
In 2024, the C&E activity benefitted from the seasonality effect with a
number of biennial shows and the Intermat triennial show taking place
this year, as well as the Paris 2024 Olympics and Paralympics (the
“Olympics”) as multiple events and broadcasted facilities were hosted
in several Viparis venues.
In addition to activity related to the Olympics, 269 exhibitions and
congresses were held in Viparis’ venues in 2024, compared to 267 in
2023 and 264 in 2022.
2024 activity was characterised by the following major events and
shows:
Paris Olympics and Paralympics:
• South Paris Arena at Paris Porte de Versailles (1,000,000 visitors);
• North Paris Arena at Paris Nord Villepinte (215,000 visitors);
• Main Press Center at Palais des Congrès de Paris (6,000 journalists);
• International Broadcast Center at Paris Le Bourget.
Annual shows:
• 60
th
edition of International Agricultural Show (603,000 visitors);
• La Foire de Paris (400,000 visitors);
• Paris Games Week (188,000 visitors);
• SILMO (32,000 visitors, 900 exhibitors);
• Maison&Objet (2,500 exhibitors).
Biennial shows:
• Paris Motor Show (508,000 visitors);
• SIAL Paris (285,000 visitors, 7,500 exhibitors);
• Batimat (135,000 visitors, 2,000 exhibitors);
• Eurosatory (2,000 exhibitors).
Triennial shows:
• Intermat (127,000 visitors, 1,000 exhibitors).
In addition, this year, Paris Porte de Versailles welcomed IGEM – Grand
Jamboree, the world expo of synthetic biology with more than 4,500
attendees and Palais des Congrès de Paris hosted:
• The 25
th
IMCAS Annual World Congress, the largest scientific
aesthetics congress worldwide with more than 18,000 attendees,
and more than 350 exhibitors;
• The French Dental Association Annual Meeting with more than
29,000 attendees;
• CIGRE, the world’s leading global event for sharing power system
expertise with a record of 4,575 delegates and more than 11,000
attendees.
Viparis’ recurring Net Operating Income (“NOI”) amounted to €218.6 Mn,
+66.0% compared to 2023 (€131.7 Mn) and +14.9% compared to 2022
(€190.2 Mn), which was positively impacted by €25 Mn of COVID
indemnities from the French State. 2024 NOI included a €53.7 Mn
contribution from the Olympics. Excluding the impact of indemnities,
triennial shows, the Olympics, and recent deliveries, 2024 Viparis NOI
was up +29.5% compared to 2023 and +2.4% compared to 2022.
As at December 31, 2024, signed and pre-booked events in Viparis’
venues for 2025 amounted to c. 91% of its expected 2025 rental income.
US Business Review
(1)
Leasing activity
(2)
As the US portfolio continues to strengthen, vacancy reduces and more
leasing tension exists in its assets, there is a lower quantity of deals to
be done, meaning the focus is on improving the quality of the deals and
merchandising.
In this context, 645 leases were signed in 2024 on standing assets
(down -10%), representing 2,369,233 sq. ft. and $160.2Mn of MGR. 405
long-term deals were signed, representing 69% of total MGR. The
average rent per sq.ft. of long-term deals signed in 2024 increased by
+5.7%, illustrating the Group’s focus on quality deals.
The overall uplift on relettings and renewals was +11.7% for the US
Shopping Centres (+17.7% in 2023) and +14.9% for Flagships. Deals
longer than 36 months had an MGR uplift of +29.9%. The strong uplift
signed on long-term deals allowed the Group to increase the revenues
secured through MGR while reducing the portion of SBR attached to the
short-term leases previously in place. Taking into account the SBR on
top of the MGR of leases in place, the uplift on deals longer than 36
months would still be 22%.
In total, the Shopping Centres SBR decreased from $54.9Mn in 2023
(10.3% of NRI) to $37.5 Mn in 2024 (7.5% of NRI) despite a +6.6%
increase in Flagships tenant sales. This -31.7% evolution results from
asset disposals, crystallisation of SBR into MGR, and 2022 SBR
settlement positively impacting 2023.
The tenant mix continued to evolve in line with market trends with the
opening of exciting retailers such as Planet Playskool at Westfield
Garden State Plaza, Arc'teryx and the brand new expanded 40,000 sq.
ft. Zara at Westfield Old Orchard, Amour Vert at Westfield UTC, Aritzia
at Westfield Galleria at Roseville, Mango at Westfield Montgomery, Alo
at Westfield Century City, Uniqlo at Westfield UTC and Westfield
Oakridge, Gorjana at Westfield Topanga as well as Läderach at
Westfield Fashion Square and Westfield Century City.
The Luxury sector has also seen strong progress with a number of
important openings such as Cartier, IWC and Bottega Veneta at
Westfield Topanga, Saint Laurent and David Yurman at Westfield
Galleria at Roseville.
Retail Media & other income
Retail Media & other income revenue in 2024 amounted to $57.8 Mn, a
-7.4% decrease compared to 2023, as a result of disposals and like-for-
like evolution driven by replacement works of major screens.
In 2024, Media & Experiential activity was driven by luxury partners
such as Chanel, Tiffany, Dior and Cartier as well as other partners
including Intimissimi, Lululemon and Savage X Fenty.
URW also launched creative campaigns and activations with Expedia,
American Express, ELF Cosmetics, AFEELA, Lexus, Hawaiian Airlines,
NBC’s Love Island, Dior, Cartier, Chanel, Yves Saint Laurent, BMW,
Tesla, Pure Padel and Moana 2.
(1) Flagships exclude CBD centre.
(2) 2023 leasing activity restated for disposals.
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Airports
Airport activity showed continuous improvement in 2024 with
enplanements +2% higher than 2023 and in line with 2019 level.
International traffic has shown a strong growth at +5% compared to last
year and Domestic traffic was flat. Compared to 2019, International
traffic is still down -6% while Domestic traffic is up +5%.
Retail sales in URW-operated airport terminals for 2024 increased by
+8% compared to 2023.
The construction of JFK Terminal 8 is on track to reach substantial
completion by Q2-2025, with the project fully pre-let.
The competitive bidding process for the Duty-Free, Food Hall, and
Travel Essentials spaces in JFK’s New Terminal 1 has been completed.
Leasing terms have been agreed with tenants on 84% of spaces which
are scheduled to open in June 2026.
Net Rental Income and Vacancy
Total NRI amounted to $550.6 Mn, a -$32.1 Mn change (-5.5%)
compared to 2023, split between
(1)
:
• -$33.7 Mn related to Shopping Centres impacted by disposals and
Westfield World Trade Center performance partly offset by an
increase in Flagships NRI as detailed below and the acquisition of an
additional 50% stake in Westfield Montgomery;
• +$3.9Mn related to Airports; and
• -$2.3 Mn related to Offices.
US Shopping Centre NRI has been impacted by 2023 and 2024 disposals
and foreclosure for -$41.0 Mn (Westfield North County, Westfield
Brandon, Westfield Mission Valley, Westfield Valencia Town Center,
San Francisco Centre and Westfield Annapolis).
US like-for-like Shopping Centre NRI
(2)
increased by +$15.9 Mn i.e.
+4.0% mainly driven by net leasing revenue
(3)
of +8.8%, partly offset by
lower SBR (-3.1%), and lower Retail Media & other income as well as
CAM expenses.
Westfield World Trade Center saw a significant NRI decrease due to
higher vacancy and doubtful debtors as well as rent reduction.
Airports NRI benefitted from the continued growth of airline traffic in
2024 and retailers’ sales which are now exceeding 2019 levels, leading
to a NRI increase of +9.1% year-on-year.
Converted into euros, the -$32.1Mn (-5.5%) NRI decrease in the US
represented -€30.2Mn (-5.6%) with an average euro/USD FX overall
stable between 2024 and 2023.
As at December 31, 2024, the EPRA vacancy was 7.2% ($73.6Mn),
down by -130bps from December 31, 2023. The vacancy decreased by
-110 bps to 6.2% in the Flagships and by -260 bps to 7.5% in the
Regionals, while the vacancy of Westfield World Trade Center increased
by +220 bps to 23.6%.
Occupancy on a GLA
(4)
basis was 94.1% as at December 31, 2024.
The OCR
(5)
on a rolling 12-month basis was at 11.7% as at December 31,
2024, compared to 11.9% as at December 31, 2023, reflecting a
combination of rental uplifts and strong sales performance. OCR for
Flagships stood at 12.6% as at December 31, 2024 (12.9% as at
December 31, 2023).
Lease Expiry Schedule
US
(Shopping Centres and Offices & Others)
Lease expiry schedule
MGR at date of
next break option
(€ Mn) As a % of total
MGR at expiry
date (€ Mn) As a % of total
Expired 0.2 0.0% 0.2 0.0%
2025 60.1 11.8% 60.1 11.8%
2026 65.7 12.8% 65.7 12.8%
2027 77.3 15.1% 77.3 15.1%
2028 65.8 12.9% 65.8 12.9%
2029 47.0 9.2% 47.0 9.2%
2030 30.2 5.9% 30.2 5.9%
2031 32.1 6.3% 32.1 6.3%
2032 34.5 6.7% 34.5 6.7%
2033 31.1 6.1% 31.1 6.1%
2034 32.7 6.4% 32.7 6.4%
2035 18.3 3.6% 18.3 3.6%
Beyond 16.2 3.2% 16.2 3.2%
Total
511.3 100% 511.3 100%
Figures may not add up due to rounding.
(1) Figures may not add up due to rounding.
(2) Excluding Airports, Regionals and CBD asset.
(3) Net MGR and CAM.
(4) GLA occupancy taking into account all areas, consistent with financial vacancy.
(5) Based on all stores operating for more than 12 months (excluding department stores and atypical activities). Excluding Westfield World Trade Center.
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4.1.1.4 Sustainability
(1)
Following the comprehensive evolution of the Better Places roadmap
announced in October 2023, the Group continued to progress in 2024
towards its environmental performance objectives, including its
ambitious SBTi-approved net-zero targets, as well as the transition to a
more sustainable retail, and community impact. Below are the key 2024
achievements:
• Environmental Transition
- -85% GHG emissions’ reduction in Scopes 1 & 2 and -42% in Scopes
1, 2 & 3, in absolute terms compared to 2015
(2)
;
- -37% energy intensity reduction since 2015 for retail assets,
supported by the asset-level energy action plans. URW retail
assets are provided with 100% electricity from renewable
resources;
- 27.9 MWp of installed on-site renewable energy capacity, of which
17.9MWp in Europe, advancing to reach its target of 50 MWp in
Europe by 2030;
- 85% of European assets are BREEAM In-Use certified with 78% at
least “Excellent” and 79% of US retail assets are certified with 55%
at least “Excellent”;
- As a reminder, URW has committed in 2023 to neutralise its
residual emissions of Scope 1 & 2 by 2030 through an investment in
Mirova’s Climate Fund for Nature and WWF France Nature Impact
fund. Both initiatives develop long-term nature-based projects to
protect and restore biodiversity at scale according to the best
recognised standards and URW is closely following their
developments.
• Sustainable Experience
- 14 assets have been certified Better Places in 2024;
- URW expanded its innovative Sustainable Retail Index, built in
cooperation with Good on You, to 2 new retail sectors on top of
Fashion
(3)
: Health & Beauty and General Services
(4)
, achieving the
2024 target of 70% coverage of eligible revenues in Europe. The SRI
has been extended to the US. Globally, 86% of the covered MGR is
already engaged in sustainability initiatives, with almost 53% being
Active, Advanced or Leader;
- URW organised the second edition of its Westfield Good Festival in
37 Westfield assets across Europe and the US, involving 191
brands and 28 NGOs, as well as local actors or influencers. Key
partners included WWF, Lush, C&A, IKEA, Primark, Rituals,
Decathlon, Sephora, L’Occitane, Starbucks and Nature &
Découvertes.
• Thriving Communities
- The Group also released the first Impact Study for a European retail
REIT on January 15, 2024, measuring URW’s shopping centres’
positive footprint at a European, country and asset level based on 4
pillars: economic, environmental, social and the common good.
This structure is being leveraged by the Palladio Foundation,
setting the ground for the measure of the rest of the industry;
- URW engaged in various initiatives supporting local employment,
diversity, and social inclusion: in 2024, the Group assisted over
20,000 individuals in securing jobs or receiving training, including
through job fairs in France that attracted over 10,000 unemployed
people. Besides contributing to local employment, URW supported
community activities in its shopping centres aimed at promoting
social cohesion. These activities included blood drives with 48,000
donations in the UK, health awareness programme, distribution of
meals and goods to underprivileged groups, and promoting access
to cultural projects for all. Over 156,000 community members
participated in these local initiatives;
- 97% of URW’s employees participated in a sustainable learning
programme. Operational teams were upskilled to roll out the
Better Places certification and the Sustainable Retail Index;
- The Group organised its annual Community Days activities in all
regions. More than 1,400 URW employees volunteered over 9,300
hours of their time, to promote social inclusion and contribute to
preserving biodiversity around the Group’s shopping centres;
- The share of senior management position held by women further
increased this year, reaching 44%
(5)
.
URW is a leader in sustainability within the real estate sector, included
in major ESG indices and widely recognised by the international
markets, including to date:
• Corporate Knights: for the 2
nd
year in a row, URW is part of the
Global (worldwide) 100 Ranking, moving from the 70
th
position to the
24
th
;
• TIME Magazine and Statista: URW has been named one of the 100
most sustainable companies in the world by TIME Magazine, among
over 5,000 of the world’s largest and most influential companies;
• CDP: positioned in the A-list of organisations committed to tackling
climate change for the 7
th
year in a row (2025 results on CDP 2024);
• ISS ESG Corporate: confirmed B rating (prime status; 1
st
decile
rank);
• GRESB: URW maintained an outstanding sustainability performance
and a 5-star level, among the top 20 rated entities worldwide with an
overall score of 92/100; 2
nd
European listed retail real estate
company;
• Sustainalytics: 1
st
company worldwide in their Global Universe; 1
st
in
the real estate sector and 1
st
in the REIT subindustry worldwide with
a “Negligible” risk rating;
• EPRA sBPR Award: for the 13
th
time in a row, URW received the
EPRA Gold Award in 2024 for completing its 2023 reporting in
accordance with the EPRA Sustainability BPR;
• Refinitiv: positioned among the best of the real estate sector with a
combined ESG score of A;
(1) Note that performance is reported on a Better Places scope, consistent with past performance and commitments taken in October 2023, differing from the scope expected by
CSRD. All details can be found in Chapter 3 of this 2024 Universal Registration Document.
(2) As at year-end 2024.
(3) Fashion sector includes Fashion Apparel, Sports, Jewellery, Bags & Footwear & Accessories, Luxury and Department stores.
(4) Fitness and Entertainment sectors.
(5) Updated definition following evolution of Group regional organisation.
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• ESG indices: in addition to maintaining its position in the top 10 of the
Euronext CAC 40 Governance Index, URW is a component of the
Euronext CAC 40 ESG Index, the Euronext ESG Eurozone Biodiversity
Leaders PAB Index, Euronext Europe SBT 1.5 Index, the MSCI Global
Green Building Index, the MSCI Europe Climate Action Index, the
MSCI World Paris-Aligned Climate Index and the ECPI Global ESG
Gender Equality Index;
• Equileap: among the Top 100 worldwide in gender equality and the
Top 10 French companies.
For more information on Better Places and the detailed 2024 sustainability performance, please refer to Chapter 3 of this Universal Registration
Document and the Sustainability section of URW’s website.
4.1.1.5 2024 Results
The results of the Group presented below are based on the
Consolidated income statement in a proportionate format, in which the
joint-controlled entities are accounted for on a proportionate basis
instead of being accounted for using the equity method under IFRS. The
Group has structured its internal operational and financial reporting
according to this proportionate format.
Unless otherwise indicated, all references below relate to the period
ended December 31, 2024, and the comparisons relate to the same
period in 2023.
Gross Rental Income
The Gross Rental Income (“GRI”) amounted to €2,939.8 Mn
(€2,872.9 Mn), an increase of +2.3%. This increase resulted mainly from
a positive leasing contribution, the impact of indexation, higher variable
income in Europe and a positive FX impact, as well as the positive impact
of the Olympics, partly offset by the 2023 and 2024 disposals, lower
utilities income in the UK and lower SBR in the US.
Region
Gross Rental Income (€ Mn)
2024
2023 %
France 614.6 614.6 0.0%
Spain 204.0 192.7 5.8%
Southern Europe 818.5 807.3 1.4%
Central Europe 268.0 246.6 8.6%
Austria 159.6 147.8 7.9%
Germany 149.9 146.7 2.2%
Central and Eastern Europe 577.4 541.2 6.7%
Nordics 124.2 117.9 5.4%
The Netherlands 100.5 92.3 8.9%
Northern Europe 224.7 210.2 6.9%
Subtotal Continental Europe – Shopping Centres 1,620.7 1,558.7 4.0%
UK 211.9 233.1 (9.1%)
Subtotal Europe – Shopping Centres 1,832.5 1,791.8 2.3%
Offices & Others 107.5 90.5 18.8%
C&E 248.0 201.1 23.3%
Subtotal Europe 2,188.0 2,083.4 5.0%
US – Shopping Centres 745.6 782.3 (4.7%)
US – Offices & Others 6.2 7.3 (14.7%)
Subtotal US 751.8 789.6 (4.8%)
Total URW
2,939.8 2,872.9 2.3%
Figures may not add up due to rounding.
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Net Rental Income
Total NRI amounted to €2,314.4 Mn (€2,210.1 Mn), an increase of +4.7%. This higher increase compared to the GRI is mainly due to savings in service
charges and lower doubtful debtors. The decrease in utilities income in the UK was compensated by lower utility charges limiting its impact on the UK
NRI.
Region
Net Rental Income (€ Mn)
2024
2023 %
France 532.5 525.5 1.3%
Spain 184.4 169.0 9.1%
Southern Europe 716.8 694.6 3.2%
Central Europe 267.7 248.8 7.6%
Austria 115.4 111.8 3.2%
Germany 129.9 126.3 2.9%
Central and Eastern Europe 513.0 486.9 5.4%
Nordics 112.2 102.2 9.8%
The Netherlands 86.1 77.5 11.1%
Northern Europe 198.3 179.7 10.3%
Subtotal Continental Europe – Shopping Centres 1,428.2 1,361.2 4.9%
UK 137.9 134.4 2.6%
Subtotal Europe – Shopping Centres 1,566.0 1,495.6 4.7%
Offices & Others 101.0 80.2 26.0%
C&E 138.6 95.4 45.3%
Subtotal Europe 1,805.7 1,671.2 8.0%
US – Shopping Centres 507.3 535.3 (5.2%)
US – Offices & Others 1.4 3.6 (60.3%)
Subtotal US 508.7 538.9 (5.6%)
Total URW
2,314.4 2,210.1 4.7%
Figures may not add up due to rounding.
Net property development and project management income was
+€18.8 Mn (+€30.9 Mn), as a result of the phasing of projects of URW’s
Design, Development & Construction ("DD&C") activity in the UK.
Net property services and other activities income from Property
Management services in France, the US, the UK, Spain and Germany
was +€116.9Mn (+€77.1Mn), including +€81.2 Mn of on-site property
services in Viparis (+€37.2Mn) and +€35.8 Mn of Property Management
services related to shopping centres (+€39.9 Mn). The increase of
+€39.8 Mn is mainly due to the impact from the Olympics on the on-site
property services in Viparis, partly offset by a decrease in Property
Management services in Spain, the UK and the US, as a result of
disposals.
Contribution of companies accounted for using the equity
method
(1)
amounted to +€50.2 Mn (-€5.4 Mn), of which -€35.6Mn
related to the non-recurring activities, mainly due to the impact of the
mark-to-market of derivatives on the financing of JVs and a tax
provision partly offset by positive valuation movements. The recurring
Contribution of companies accounted for using the equity method was
+€85.8Mn (+€85.4Mn).
General expenses
(2)
amounted to -€179.2 Mn, a significant decrease
compared to 2023 (-€199.4 Mn) due to cost savings including staff and
travel reduction, partly offset by a negative FX impact. As a percentage
of NRI from shopping centres and offices, general expenses stood at
8.2% (9.4% in 2023).
This reflects the Group’s ongoing cost discipline approach. It will
continue to optimise expenses.
Development expenses stood at -€4.9Mn in 2024 (-€4.7Mn).
EBITDA (corresponding to the recurring Net Operating result
before depreciation and impairment of assets in the Net result by
segment) increased from €2,199.3Mn in 2023 to €2,351.9Mn in 2024
(i.e. +6.9%) due to higher NRI in Europe, partly offset by disposals.
Excluding the impact of FX, disposals, pipeline, DD&C and the Olympics
on a like-for-like basis, EBITDA increased by +7.0% in 2024 vs. 2023 and
by +4.7% vs. 2019.
Acquisition and other costs amounted to a non-recurring amount of
-€12.7 Mn (-€8.9 Mn).
(1) Contribution of companies accounted for using the equity method represents URW’s share of the Net recurring result for the period of entities accounted for using the equity
method which are not joint-controlled (and therefore not retreated on a proportionate basis) and interest received on loans granted to these entities. This corresponds to 5
shopping centres, Triangle and Hôtel Salomon de Rothschild in France, Złote Tarasy in Central Europe and Gropius Passagen in Germany.
(2) Administrative expenses, excluding development expenses and depreciation and amortisation presented separately. Corporate expenses in P&L correspond to General
expenses and Development expenses.
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Depreciation and impairment of tangible and intangible assets
amounted to -€35.0Mn (-€70.1Mn), including -€41.0Mn (-€51.5Mn)
for the recurring activities and +€6.0 Mn (-€18.6 Mn) for the non-
recurring activities related to reversals of impairment on property
services in the US and on intangible assets relating to Viparis partially
offset by an allowance of provision on property services in the UK.
Results on disposal of investment properties were -€14.3 Mn
(-€21.2 Mn), reflecting mainly the impact of 2024 disposals and
adjustments of disposals from previous years. This does not include the
capital gains on disposals accounted for in shareholders’ equity of
+€12.1 Mn, related mainly to Centrum Černý Most.
For more information, please refer to the Section 4.1.2.
Valuation movements on assets
(1)
amounted to -€1,376.4 Mn
(-€2,674.5 Mn).
Main decreases came from Germany (-€1,136.5Mn) mainly related to
the Westfield Hamburg-Überseequartier project and US shopping
centres (-€389.0Mn).
For more information, please refer to the Section 4.1.4.
Impairment of goodwill amounted to -€45.0Mn (-€242.1Mn), mainly
related to the goodwill justified by the fee business in Germany.
Financial result
Net financing costs (recurring) totalled -€515.2Mn (after deduction of
capitalised financial expenses of €80.8Mn (€77.0 Mn) allocated to
projects under construction) (-€484.5 Mn). This increase of -€30.7Mn
is due to slightly higher cost of debt.
URW’s average cost of debt for the period was 2.0% (1.8% in 2023).
URW’s financing policy is described in the Section 4.1.5.
Non-recurring financial result amounted to +€79.7Mn (-€381.9Mn),
mainly due to the mark-to-market of derivatives and revaluation of debt
issued in foreign currencies.
Income tax expenses are due to the Group’s activities in countries
where specific tax regimes for property companies
(2)
do not exist or are
not used by the Group.
Total income tax expenses for 2024 amounted to -€121.7 Mn
(-€7.0Mn). Income tax allocated to the recurring net result amounted to
-€97.2Mn (-€80.6Mn), mainly due to the 2024 operating performance.
Non-recurring income tax amounted to -€24.5Mn (+€73.6 Mn), mainly
due to the impact of valuation movements partially offset by the
reversal of tax provisions.
External non-controlling interests amounted to -€132.0 Mn
(+€149.6 Mn) comprising recurring and non-recurring external non-
controlling interests. The recurring external non-controlling interests
amounted to -€228.5Mn (-€176.8Mn), mainly due to the C&E activity
performance. The non-recurring non-controlling interests amounted to
+€96.5 Mn (+€326.3 Mn), due primarily to negative valuation
movements.
Net result for the period attributable to the holders of the Stapled
Shares was a profit of +€146.2 Mn (-€1,629.1Mn). This figure breaks
down as follows:
• +€1,472.5Mn of recurring net result (+€1,408.9Mn);
• -€1,326.3Mn of non-recurring net result
(3)
(-€3,038.0Mn) mainly due
to negative valuation movements.
The Adjusted Recurring Earnings
(4)
taking into account the coupon of
hybrids for -€98.9 Mn (-€72.4 Mn) reflect a profit of €1,373.5 Mn
(€1,336.6Mn). The hybrid coupon increased as from H2-2023 following
the Exchange Offer on the Perp-NC23 hybrid completed in July2023
and the reset of the remaining Perp-NC23 coupon in October 2023, with
a full-year impact in 2024.
The average number of shares outstanding was 139,497,322
(138,965,717). The increase is mainly due to the issuance of
Performance Shares in 2023 and 2024 and the issuance of 3.254 Mn
shares in December 2024 in the context of the acquisition of CPP
Investments’ stake in URW Germany, with an impact on the average
number of shares of 248,940 in 2024. The number of shares
outstanding as at December 31, 2024, was 142,629,547.
EPRA Recurring Earnings per Share ("REPS") came to €10.56
(€10.14), an increase of +4.1%.
Adjusted Recurring Earnings per Share ("AREPS")
(4)
came to
€9.85 (€9.62), an increase of +2.4%.
The main drivers for recurring earnings evolution were the strong
operational performance in retail, offices and C&E, which benefitted
from the seasonality effect and the positive impact of the Olympics,
partly offset by 2023 and 2024 disposals.
4.1.1.6 Consolidated statement of cash
flow
The consolidated statement of cash flow was prepared only in
IFRS, not on a proportionate basis.
Unless otherwise indicated, all references below relate to the period
ended December 31, 2024, and the comparisons relate to the same
period in 2023.
Cash flow from operating activities
The total cash flow from operating activities slightly increased to
+€2,190.2 Mn (+€2,056.5Mn) mainly due to an improvement of the
operational performance of the Group.
(1) Excluding +€6.0Mn of reversal on property services accounted in Depreciation and impairment of tangible and intangible assets.
(2) For example, in France: SIIC (Société d’Investissements Immobiliers Cotée); and in the US:REITs.
(3) Includes valuation movements, disposals, mark-to-market and termination costs of financial instruments, including bond tender premiums, impairment of goodwill or reversal
of negative goodwill and other non-recurring items.
(4) Under IFRS, the Hybrid Securities are accounted for as shareholders’ equity. The AREPS are calculated based on the Recurring net result for the period attributable to the
holders of the Stapled Shares minus the coupon on the Hybrid Securities (from June 1, 2018).
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Cash flow from investment activities
The total cash flow from investment activities was -€537.1 Mn due to
investments partly offset by disposals. Compared to 2023
(-€791.4 Mn), it reflects an increase in Disposal of shares and
investment properties (+€920.2Mn in 2024 vs. +€522.4Mn in 2023)
partially offset by an increase of Capital expenditures (-€1,308.3 Mn in
2024 vs. -€1,181.0Mn in 2023).
Cash flow from financing activities
The net cash outflow from financing activities amounted to
-€1,882.3 Mn (+€865.4 Mn) reflecting a decrease in new borrowings
and financial liabilities (+€1,568.7 Mn in 2024 vs. +€2,409.3 Mn in 2023)
given the cash position of the Group of €5.3 Bn, and an increase in
repayment of borrowings and financial liabilities (-€2,531.4 Mn in 2024
vs. -€769.2Mn in 2023). This also includes the reinstatement of a
distribution in H1-2024 (-€347.9 Mn).
4.1.1.7 Post-closing events
On January 6, 2025, URW announced the sale of a 15% stake in the
iconic Westfield Forum des Halles, a 77,600 sqm Flagship shopping
centre located in the heart of Paris, to CDC Investissement Immobilier,
on behalf of Caisse des Dépôts ("CDC"), a leading long-term French
institutional investor. The net disposal price is €235 Mn
(1)
, in line with
the last unaffected value.
On February 19, 2025, URW sold an 80% stake in Trinity office tower at
Paris La Défense to Norges Bank Investment Management, for an
implied offer price of c. €447 Mn at 100%. The asset will be accounted
for using the equity method from this date.
On February 25, 2025, the Group acquired the stake of O’Connor, its JV
partner in Westfield Wheaton, a US regional asset, increasing its
interest to 100%. The asset will be fully consolidated from this date. The
Group has not repaid the $234 Mn secured debt on Westfield Wheaton,
which matured on March 1, 2025. This mortgage debt has no impact on
the rest of the Group’s debt. Discussions are ongoing with lenders on
different options including an eventual sale, foreclosure or refinancing.
On March 11, 2025, URW announced an agreement to sell Bonaire, an
open air shopping centre located in Valencia (Spain), to Castellana
Properties, the Spanish subsidiary of Vukile Property Fund for a disposal
price of €305 Mn at a premium to the last unaffected book value.
4.1.1.8 Distribution
Proposed distribution
The Group will propose to the AGM
(2)
a 40% increase in cash distribution
to €3.50/share to be paid on May 12, 2025.
Going forward, the Group will continue to increase the distribution
according to operating performance, deleveraging progress and
valuations evolution.
Further details on its distribution policy will be shared as part of the
Group’s Investor Day on May 14, 2025.
Accounting and tax considerations
As at December 31, 2024, the total statutory retained losses of URW SE
(parent company) is negative at -€1,887 Mn, including a profit of
+€943 Mn in 2024.
Given the negative statutory retained results of URW SE, the Group has
no obligation to pay a dividend in 2025 for the fiscal year 2024 under the
SIIC regime and other REIT regimes it benefits from. The dividend
distribution obligation resulting from the French SIIC regime will be
delayed until URW has sufficient statutory results to meet this
obligation.
As a consequence, the distribution will be made out of premium, which
amounted to €13.5Bn in URW’s statutory accounts as at December 31,
2024. This premium distribution will not reduce the carry forward SIIC
dividend payment obligation standing at €2,522Mn as at December 31,
2024, and will qualify as an equity repayment
(3)
for French tax purposes
(article 112-1 of the French tax code).
4.1.1.9 Outlook
Strategic transformation and deleveraging
progress
Over the last 4 years, the Group has significantly strengthened its
business operations, fully capturing indexation over the period while
achieving the highest occupancy rate since 2017 and a +4.7% increase
in like-for-like EBITDA compared to 2019.
The Group also progressed on its deleveraging plan with €6.4 Bn
(4)
of
assets divested in line with book value, contributing to a €4.7Bn net
debt reduction to €19.5 Bn
(5)
at the end of 2024, a 400 bps LTV reduction
to 40.8%
(6)
and Net Debt to EBITDA improvement to 8.7x, the lowest
level since the Westfield acquisition.
(1) With up to 10% price payment subject to a 5% annual return mechanism for CDC, which may be activated until 2029.
(2) To be held on April 29, 2025.
(3) For the tax treatment please refer to relevant financial advisors.
(4) On an IFRS basis including the €0.6 Bn of 2025 secured disposals.
(5) Pro-forma for disposals secured.
(6) IFRS LTV Proforma for the receipt of the proceeds from the secured partial disposals of Westfield Forum des Halles and Trinity tower.
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The Group has also reshaped its US business by enhancing the portfolio
quality (97% A-rated
(1)
), improving its operating performance, and
streamlining the US management platform. The Group has sold or
foreclosed on 17 assets for a total of $3.3Bn
(2)
and reduced the vacancy
level of its 10 Flagship assets by -630 bps.
Having achieved this transformation, URW has made the strategic
decision to retain its high performing Flagship assets in the US.
The Group is committed to further deleveraging through retained
earnings, disciplined capital allocation and non-core disposals.
The Group will present its future growth plans at an Investor Day on May
14, 2025.
2025 AREPS Guidance
The Group expects underlying growth of at least 5% to drive full-year
2025 AREPS in the range of €9.30 to €9.50.
This is supported by:
• strong retail operating performance both in Europe and the US;
• increased variable income including Westfield Rise;
• continued focus on cost discipline; and
• the positive impact of 2024 and 2025 deliveries
(3)
.
It also reflects:
• 2024 completed disposals, €0.6 Bn disposals already secured for
2025, and active discussions on additional disposals
(4)
;
• the one-off impact of the Olympics on the C&E business;
• a slight increase of the cost of debt
(5)
; and
• the issuance of 3.254 million URW stapled shares in December
2024
(6)
.
As in previous years, this guidance assumes no major deterioration of
the macro-economic and geopolitical environment.
This guidance has been established on a basis comparable to historical
financial information and in accordance with the accounting policies
applied to the Group’s consolidated financial statements for the year
ended December 31, 2024 described in the consolidated financial
statements.
4.1.2 Investments and divestments
In the period to December 31, 2024, URW invested €1,375.8Mn
(7)
(Group share) in capital expenditure in assets and on construction,
extension and refurbishment projects, compared to €1,269.1 Mn in 2023.
4.1.2.1 Total capital expenditures
The total investments break down as follows:
(€ Mn)
Proportionate
2024
2023
100% Group share
100% Group share
Shopping Centres 1,067,1 1,022.3 984.3 913.3
Offices & Others 324.1 324.1 327.0 327.0
Convention & Exhibition 57.9 29.4 57.0 28.9
Total Capital Expenditure
1,449.0 1,375.8 1,368.2 1,269.1
Figures may not add up due to rounding.
This table includes change in Investment properties as reported in the
balance sheet and does not include acquisition of shares. URW
investment in 2024 Group share would be €1,712.0 Mn (€1,326 Mn for
Shopping Centres and €357 Mn for Offices & Others) including the
acquisition of share investment, principally the acquisition of:
• the remaining 50% stake in CH Ursynów;
• the remaining 50% stake in Westfield Montgomery;
• the office building 20-24 Jacques Ibert in Levallois-Perret; and
• the 38.9% stake in URW Germany acquired in exchange of URW
shares.
(1) Source: Green Street Advisors. In terms of GMV.
(2) At 100%.
(3) Partly offset by a lower capitalisation of financial expenses.
(4) Includes 1 deal signed under conditions precedent for €0.3 Bn.
(5) Due to the full-year effect of 2024 refinancing activity and a lower cash remuneration.
(6) For the acquisition of an additional 38.9% stake in URW Germany JV.
(7) On a proportionate basis, Group share. Does not include the capital expenditure in assets accounted for using the equity method (5 shopping centres, Triangle and Hôtel
Salomon de Rothschild in France, Złote Tarasy in Central Europe and Gropius Passagen in Germany).
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4.1.2.2 Shopping Centres
URW invested €1,022.3Mn
(1)
in its Shopping Centre portfolio:
• Acquisitions amounted to €2.0Mn, mainly in Spain;
• €607.6 Mn was invested in construction, extension and
refurbishment projects, including mainly: Westfield Hamburg-
Überseequartier, Westfield Milano
(2)
, Fisketorvet, CNIT Eole and
Centrum Černý Most redevelopments and extensions (see Section
4.1.3);
• €172.2 Mn was invested in enhancement and improvement projects
on standing assets, including mainly Westfield Old Orchard,
Westfield London, Croydon and Westfield Topanga;
• €92.9 Mn of Capex related to leasing on standing assets was granted
to the tenants as Fitting Out Contribution, mainly driven by the US;
• Replacement Capex amounted to €87.0 Mn;
• Financial interest, eviction costs, external letting fees and other costs
were capitalised for €45.9Mn, -€5.4 Mn, €9.3 Mn and €11.0 Mn,
respectively.
4.1.2.3 Offices & Others
URW invested €324.1 Mn in its Offices & Others portfolio:
• Acquisition amounted to €0.6 Mn;
• €277.7 Mn was invested in construction and refurbishment projects,
mainly in Germany (Westfield Hamburg offices and hotels), France
(Lightwell) and the UK (Coppermaker Square) (see also Section
4.1.3);
• €11.5 Mn was invested in enhancement and improvement projects on
standing assets, mainly in France;
• Replacement Capex amounted to €3.1Mn;
• Financial interest and other costs capitalised amounted to €31.2 Mn.
4.1.2.4 Convention & Exhibition
URW invested €29.4 Mn in its Convention & Exhibition portfolio:
• €14.3 Mn was invested in construction works at Porte de Versailles;
• €10.2 Mn was invested in enhancement and improvement projects on
standing assets, mainly in Porte de Versailles and Les Boutiques du
Palais;
• Replacement Capex amounted to €4.3 Mn;
• Financial interest and other costs capitalised amounted to €0.6 Mn.
4.1.2.5 Disposals
The real estate investment market continued to face challenges amid
volatile conditions in 2024. Persistent inflation, uncertainty around
interest rate cuts in particular in the US, geopolitical concerns and
political uncertainties are key factors influencing the markets across all
segments (core, core-plus and value-add). These events have added
layers of complexity and uncertainty, slowing transaction executions.
As central banks started to cut rates, the market saw a slight
improvement in H2.
Despite this challenging environment, URW successfully completed or
secured €1.6Bn of transactions
(3)
, including €1.0 Bn (€0.9 Bn in IFRS)
completed at year-end 2024.
This includes:
• The disposal of Equinoccio (Madrid, Spain) to Atitlan for a Total
Acquisition Cost of €34Mn on January 30, 2024;
• The disposal of Westfield Annapolis (Maryland, US) for $160 Mn (at
100%, URW share 55%) to a consortium of industry partners that
include Centennial, Atlas Hill RE, with backing from Waterfall Asset
Management and Lincoln Property Company, on August 20, 2024;
• The disposal as planned of the last tranche of Aupark (Bratislava,
Slovakia) to WOOD & Company on September 2, 2024;
• The disposal of the 12,500 sqm office component of the Gaîté-
Montparnasse mixed-use complex (Paris, France) to a joint venture
between Norges Bank Investment Management and Swiss Life Group
for a Total Acquisition Cost of €172.5 Mn on November 12, 2024;
• The disposal of Pasing Arcaden (Munich, Germany) to Ingka Centres
for a net disposal price of €388 Mn (at 100%, URW share 89.9%
(4)
) on
November 26, 2024;
• The completion of the sale of 25% stake in Centrum Černý Most
(Prague, Czech Republic) to Upvest and RSJ Investments at an
implied offer price of €553 Mn (at 100%) on December 30, 2024;
• The sale of 15% stake in Westfield Forum des Halles (Paris, France) to
CDC Investissement Immobilier for a net disposal price of €235Mn
(5)
with a signing in December 2024 and a closing date on January 2,
2025;
• The agreed sale
(6)
on December 20, 2024, of 80% of URW stake in
Trinity office tower (Paris, France) to Norges Bank Investment
Management, the fund management division of Norges Bank for an
implied offer price for the asset at c.€447Mn (at 100%);
• The completion of the sale of non-core assets for a total of €0.2 Bn,
primarily including (i) a land plot in the UK adjacent to Westfield
Stratford City to Unite Group; and (ii) the 9,800 sqm Group’s units in
the shopping centre La Valentine in the south of France.
As part of these transactions, URW will continue to manage Aupark,
Centrum Černý Most, Westfield Forum des Halles and the Trinity office
tower. As part of the Pasing transaction, URW will also continue to
manage the centre for a transition period of up to 24 months post-
closing.
(1) Amount capitalised in asset value.
(2) Commitment to build roads.
(3) Contribution to the proportionate net debt reduction.
(4) Following the acquisition of an additional 38.9% stake in URW Germany in December 2024.
(5) With up to 10% price payment subject to a 5% annual return mechanism for CDC, which may be activated until 2029.
(6) Subject to standard conditions precedent and is expected to be completed during Q1-2025.
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4.1.3 Development projects as at December 31, 2024
As at December 31, 2024, URW’s share of the Total Investment Cost (“TIC”
(1)
and “URW TIC”
(2)
) of its development project pipeline amounted to
€3.5Bn
(3)
, corresponding to a total of 0.6 million sqm of Gross Lettable Area (“GLA”
(4)
) to be redeveloped or added to the Group’s standing assets.
4.1.3.1 Pipeline variations since December 31, 2023
The development pipeline TIC has increased from €2.5 Bn to €3.5 Bn as at December 31, 2024, as a result of (i) TIC increase of the Hamburg project
due to further cost increases and delayed opening (retail opening on April 8, 2025) (+€0.8 Bn), 6 additional projects added to the Controlled Pipeline
(+€0.4 Bn) and 1 additional project added to the Committed Pipeline (+€0.1 Bn), partially offset by 4 deliveries in 2024 (-€0.3 Bn).
(1) 100% TIC is expressed in value at completion. It equals the sum of: (i) all capital expenditures from the start of the project to the completion date and includes: land costs,
construction costs, study costs, design costs, technical fees, tenant fitting-out costs paid for by the Group, letting fees and related costs, eviction costs and vacancy costs for
renovations or redevelopments of standing assets; and (ii)opening marketing expenses. It excludes: (i) step rents and rent-free periods; (ii) capitalised financial interests; (iii)
overhead costs; (iv)early or lost Net Rental Income; and (v) IFRS adjustments.
(2) URW TIC: 100% TIC multiplied by URW’s percentage stake in the project, adjusted by specific own costs and income, if any.
(3) This includes the Group’s share of projects fully consolidated and projects accounted for using the equity method, excluding remaining capex on delivered projects, Viparis
Capex commitments and commitments on the roads for the Westfield Milano project.
(4) GLA equals Gross Lettable Area of projects at 100%.
-0.3
0.8
0.5
2.5
3.5
URW TIC
as at Dec. 31, 2023
Deliveries Project changes URW TIC
as at Dec. 31, 2024
New projects
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Projects delivered in 2024
Since December 31, 2023, the Group has delivered 4 projects
representing a URW TIC of €0.3 Bn, comprised of:
• In H1-2024:
- CNIT Eole, a redevelopment of the shopping centre to become the
new gateway of Paris La Défense with restructuring over 30,096
sqm including 45 new shops representing 30% of the project, and a
new Convention and Exhibition centre for the remainder;
- Fisketorvet Dining Experience, a 5,844 sqm refurbishment of the
dining area (including 1,582 additional sqm) of the Fisketorvet Mall
in Copenhagen, by creating a destination with attractive and
renewed offers;
- Old Orchard Lord & Taylor unit, a 11,619 sqm restructuring of a
former department store box into 4 large units and 2 small units to
host tenants as Zara, Pottery Barn, Arhaus and Puttshack;
• In H2-2024:
- Lightwell, a 31,744 sqm restructuring of the Michelet Galilée
building in La Défense, 80% let to Arkema.
The average letting
(1)
of these deliveries stands at 88% as at December
31, 2024. The Group is in active discussions for the leasing of the
remaining 20% space in Lightwell.
Westfield Hamburg update
• Retail opening date
As reported in the press release dated January 23, 2025, URW
announced the retail opening of Westfield Hamburg-Überseequartier
on April 8, 2025. The project’s Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing
(MEP) systems are now in the final testing and inspection phase. The
opening date has been selected in collaboration with tenants and is
aligned with the Spring retail calendar.
• Other uses delivery date
- Offices
(2)
expected to be delivered in stages from Q2-2025 to H2-
2025;
- Hotels expected to be delivered in stages from Q2-2025 to 2026;
- Cruise terminal has been handed over to the Hamburg Port
Authorities and operations are expected to commence in H1-2025
following the opening of the retail scheme.
• TIC update
The TIC of the Westfield Hamburg project amounts to €2,446 Mn
(3)
, an
increase of c. €190 Mn compared to the TIC update in September 2024,
due to additional expenses related mainly to construction costs, scope
gaps and quantities, while a dedicated construction claim management
team is working to optimise all reconciliations and settlement of claims.
The TIC increased since December 31, 2023, as a result of:
• the water leak and the delayed opening for about c. €260 Mn, mainly
relating to operating the construction site for a longer period and
induced tenant compensation;
• the cost overruns for about c. €550 Mn, due to change orders,
quantity gaps and provision for claims.
Ongoing negotiations on the indemnification of tenants for opening
delays are within the budget set in September.
• Pre-letting status
The Westfield Hamburg retail project is now 94%
(4)
pre-let, an
improvement compared to 86%
(4)
last year, with strong interest in
remaining units, and 64% of the office building
(2)
is pre-let, notably to
Shell, ZIM, Mazars, Wayes and Redevco. Ongoing discussions with office
prospects are progressing on the remaining spaces.
New projects and status update
URW’s development pipeline has seen a +€0.5 Bn increase since the
end of 2023, including 6 projects added to the Controlled Pipeline and 1
project to the Committed Pipeline, with a total targeted Yield on Cost
above 7%:
• UTC Luxury precinct in California, including 6 luxury operators and 2
restaurants, was added to the Committed Pipeline.
• New Controlled projects include:
- Garden State Plaza Mixed-Use in New Jersey, a 57,354 sqm mixed-
use scheme encompassing retail, dining and entertainment offer
for future residents with 50% JV partnership with co-developer Mill
Creek Residential;
- Maquinext in Barcelona, an extension of Westfield La Maquinista,
creating 22,000 sqm for retail, 5,000 sqm for other uses and
47,500 sqm for residential building rights;
- M2 project in East London, creating a 520-bed purpose-built
student accommodation scheme above a car park in Westfield
Stratford City;
- Village 7 in La Défense, redevelopment of the Village 7 asset
following the departure of the main office tenant;
- Wald Terrassen in Westfield Ruhr Park; restructuring of 5,150 sqm
of the existing food court into a modern and open F&B destination;
- Jacques Ibert in Levallois-Perret, redevelopment of the recently
acquired 10,800 sqm office building in Rue Jacques Ibert following
the building acquisition on December 30, 2024.
In addition to the above, the new retail, dining and leisure project of
Centrum Černý Most extension has shifted in H1-2024 from the
Controlled to the Committed Pipeline following the launch of the works
in April 2024.
(1) GLA signed.
(2) Excluding Tower C.
(3) Excluding usual lease incentives and including expected cost recovery through claim management of about €80 Mn.
(4) GLA signed, all agreed to be signed and financials agreed.
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4.1.3.2 Pipeline projects as at December 31, 2024
Summary of pipeline projects
Development Projects
(a)
Business Country Type
URW
Ownership
100% Net
GLA (sqm)
100% TIC
(€ Mn)
URW TIC
(€ Mn)
URW Cost
to Date
(€Mn)
Yield on
Cost
(b)
Delivery
Date
(c)
Project
Valuation
Westfield Hamburg –
Retail
Shopping
Centres
Germany Greenfield/
Brownfield
100% 94,474 1,530 H1-2025 Fair value
Westfield Hamburg –
Others
Offices &
Others
Germany Greenfield/
Brownfield
100% 77,657 920 H1-2025,
2026
Fair value
Coppermaker Square Offices &
Others
UK Greenfield/
Brownfield
25% 87,440 850 H2-2025 Fair value
Triangle Offices &
Others
France Greenfield/
Brownfield
30% 91,179 700 H2-2026 At cost
UTC Luxury Project Shopping
Centres
US Redevelopment
/Extension
50% 4,524 80 H2-2026 Fair value
Centrum Černý Most
Extension
Shopping
Centres
Czech
Rep.
Extension/
Renovation
75% 9,471 70 H2-2025 Fair value
Others 22,280 80
Total Committed projects 2,970 2,260 3.4%
GSP Mixed-Use Offices &
Others
US Greenfield/
Brownfield
25% 57,354 300 H2-2027 At cost
Maquinext Shopping
Centres
Spain Extension/
Renovation
51% 74,525 260 H2-2029 At cost
M2 Offices &
Others
UK Greenfield/
Brownfield
100% 19,190 160 H2-2028 At cost
Jacques Ibert Offices &
Others
France Redevelopment
/Extension
100% 10,800 90 H2-2028 Fair value
Others 13,515 70
Total Controlled projects 500 80
URW TOTAL PIPELINE 3,470 2,340
(a) Figures may not add up due to rounding and are subject to change according to the maturity of projects.
(b) URW share of the expected stabilised Net Rental Income divided by the URW TIC increased by rent incentives (step rents and rent free periods), and for redevelopment
projects only, the Gross Market Value of the standing assets at the launch of the project.
(c) In the case of staged phases in a project, the date corresponds to the delivery date of the main phase.
The URW Yield on Cost on Committed projects has decreased from 4.8% as at December 31, 2023, to 3.4% as at December 31, 2024, mainly due to the
cost increase on the Hamburg Project. Excluding Hamburg project, the yield on cost on committed projects stands at 6.5% compared to an average
exit cap rate of 5.0% assumed by appraisers.
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Detailed overview
URW DEVELOPMENT PIPELINE BY GROUPING
• 76% of the total Committed Pipeline URW TIC was already spent as at December 31, 2024, representing an amount of €2,260Mn, of which
€1,340Mn was on the retail pipeline and €920 Mn on Offices & Others. Out of the €710 Mn still to be invested for Committed projects, €230 Mn has
already been contracted.
• URW’s TIC on Controlled Pipeline amounts to €500 Mn, out of which €80 Mn has been spent to date on the projects.
URW COST TO DATE PER COUNTRY
(€2,340 Mn)
Controlled
€500 Mn
14%
Committed
€2,970 Mn
86%
Retail
€1,650 Mn
55%
Hotels
€450 Mn
15%
Residential
€200 Mn
7%
Offices
€670 Mn
23%
UK
€200 Mn
8%
Germany
€1,940 Mn
83%
US
€20 Mn
1%
France
€140 Mn
6%
Spain
€20 Mn
1%
Czech
Rep.
€20 Mn
1%
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URW DEVELOPMENT PIPELINE PER TYPE AND BUSINESS
(1)
GLA
(a)
(562,407 sqm)
URW TIC
(b)
(€3,470 Mn)
(a) Based on the split of GLA per project.
(b) Based on main use of the project.
The Group has an increasing focus on mixed-use projects (notably
including residential, offices & hotels) such as GSP Mixed-Use and
Coppermaker Square next to Westfield Stratford City. These projects
mainly relate to densifications on and around the Group’s existing asset
footprints.
As part of its strategy to create mixed-use destinations, the Group
secured planning permission to transform the former House of Fraser
department store building in Westfield London into “The Village
Offices”, a new three level 115,000 sq. ft. high-quality and sustainable
office space that could accommodate up to 2,000 workers. Active
discussions are underway with prospective office tenants attracted by
the quality, amenities and connectivity of the space.
4.1.3.3 Deliveries expected in 2025
2025 will be a major year in terms of development with the main key
deliveries:
• Westfield Hamburg-Überseequartier, a 172,200 sqm mixed-use
project in Hamburg’s seaside with retail, offices, hotels and a cruise
ship terminal with a phased opening starting on April 8, 2025 for retail
and first phase of offices in Q2-2025 (see “Westfield Hamburg
update” section above for more details);
• Coppermaker Square, a residential project in Stratford (East London),
delivering 1,225 apartments will be completed in H2-2025 (including
1,032 flats already delivered);
• Village Offices, the repurposing of 10,285 sqm in relation to the
former House of Fraser Department store into office space, to be
delivered end of H2-2025;
• Centrum Černý Most extension, an extension to cement the
destination status of the centre by expanding food and entertainment
offer, to be delivered in H2-2025.
The average pre-letting
(2)
of these future deliveries
(3)
stands at 76% as at
December 31, 2024, the retail component being pre-let at 94%.
At year-end 2025, the total URW TIC, reflecting €2.6Bn
(4)
deliveries
during 2025, is expected to reduce to €0.9 Bn at year-end 2025,
composed of €0.4 Bn relating to Committed projects and €0.5 Bn to
Controlled, based on current portfolio of projects
(5)
.
4.1.4 Property portfolio and Net Asset
Value as at December 31, 2024
URW’s Net Reinstatement Value ("NRV") amounted to €143.80 per
share as at December 31, 2024, a decrease of -€2.90 per share (-2.0%)
compared to the NRV as at December 31, 2023 (€146.70 per share).
The NRV includes €3.73 per share of goodwill not justified by the fee
businesses or tax optimisations, which is mainly related to the Westfield
acquisition. Net of this goodwill, the NRV would be €140.07 per share.
URW’s Net Disposal Value ("NDV") amounted to €116.90 per share as at
December 31, 2024, a decrease of -€5.00 per share (-4.1%) compared
to the NDV as at December 31, 2023 (€121.90 per share). URW’s NDV
includes the mark-to-market of debt and financial instruments but does
not include any goodwill.
(1) Figures may not add up due to rounding.
(2) GLA signed, all agreed to be signed and financials agreed.
(3) In the case of staged phases in a project, the date corresponds to the delivery date of the main phase.
(4) Excluding Tower C.
(5) Assuming no additions to the URW Development Pipeline until that date.
Retail
Extension/Renovation/
Redevelopment
43,600 sqm
8%
Dining & Leisure
Greenfield/Brownfield
34,191 sqm
6%
Dining & Leisure
Extension/
Renovation/
Redevelopment
16,223 sqm
3%
Offices
160,547 sqm
29%
Hotels
36,489 sqm
6%
Residential
203,282 sqm
36%
Retail
Greenfield/Brownfield
68,075 sqm
12%
Retail
Greenfield/Brownfield
€1,520 Mn
44%
Offices & Others
Redevelopment/Extension
€110 Mn
3%
Retail
Extension/Renovation/
Redevelopment
€280 Mn
8%
Offices & Others
Greenfield/Brownfield
€1,560 Mn
45%
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Unless otherwise indicated, the data presented in the property portfolio
are on a proportionate
(1)
basis as at December 31, 2024, and
comparisons are with values as at December 31, 2023.
The total GMV of URW’s portfolio
(2)
amounted to €49.7Bn (€49.6 Bn),
an increase of +0.3%. On a like-for-like basis, the GMV net of investment
decreased by -0.5% (or -€0.2Bn).
Investment market retail
(3)
and office
(4)
Total real estate investment volumes in Continental Europe
provisionally totalled €127 Bn, i.e. -7% below 2023 and -46% below the
previous 10-year average between 2014 and 2023. In the UK, €57 Bn
were invested in 2024, i.e. +20% increase compared to 2023, but -25%
below the prior 10-year average.
Retail investment volumes in Continental Europe accounted for 16% of
investments recorded in 2024, marginally lower than the 17% recorded
in 2023 and the 10-year average of 17% which rose off its lowest level of
9% in 2021. Retail investment volumes in Continental Europe totalled
€20.4 Bn in 2024, a -12% reduction compared to 2023. Shopping
centres accounted for 34% (€6.9 Bn) of retail investment volumes, in
line with its share in 2023.
Retail investment volumes in the UK totalled €10.1 Bn in 2024, a +39%
increase compared to 2023. Shopping centres totalled €2.8 Bn (i.e. 27%
of the total). Shopping centre volumes rose over +70% in 2024 notably
due to major sales of shopping centres in the UK including Meadowhall
(50% share), Bluewater (50% share) and Liverpool One (93%).
US retail investment volumes saw a -13% decrease on a November
2024 year-to-date basis compared to the same period in 2023, with
total transactions reported by Real Capital Analytics of $47.0 Bn.
Total office investment volumes in Continental Europe were €29.1 Bn in
2024, a drop of -13% compared to 2023. In the Paris region, office
investment reached €3.4 Bn in 2024, down -27% compared to 2023.
URW’s portfolio
Asset portfolio valuation (including transfer taxes)
(a)
Dec. 31, 2024
Like-for-like change net of
investment – 2024
(b)
Dec. 31, 2023
€ Mn %
€ Mn % € Mn %
Shopping Centres 43,329 87% 72 0.2% 42,775 86%
Offices & Others 2,778 6% (124) (8.0%) 3,155 6%
Convention & Exhibition 2,611 5% (30) (1.2%) 2,572 5%
Services 993 2% (112) (10.5%) 1,072 2%
Total URW
49,711 100% (194) (0.5%) 49,574 100%
Figures may not add up due to rounding.
(a) On a proportionate basis, including transfer taxes and transaction costs (see Section "Proportionate, IFRS and Group share figures for the property portfolio" for IFRS and
Group share figures).
The portfolio valuation includes:
• The appraised or at cost value of the entire property portfolio, whether fully consolidated or under joint control (for URW’s share);
• The fair value of the Westfield trademark. The Westfield trademark is a corporate intangible asset that is split by region only for analytical purposes;
• The equity value of URW’s investments in assets not controlled by URW (Złote Tarasy, Gropius Passagen, Foncière Crossroads, Triangle, Hôtel Salomon de Rothschild,
Toca Football and Food Society). The equity value of URW’s share investments in assets not controlled by URW amounted to €1,239 Mn (€1,239 Mn).
The valuations consider the negative cash flows related to rents paid on concessions or leaseholds, which are accounted for as financial debt in the consolidated statement of
financial position.
The portfolio neither includes €0.7 Bn of goodwill not justified by the fee business, nor financial assets such as the cash and cash equivalents on the Group’s consolidated
statement of financial position as at December 31, 2024.
(b) Excluding the currency effect, investment properties under construction, assets not controlled by URW, assets at bid value and changes in scope (including acquisitions,
disposals and deliveries of new projects) through December 31, 2024. Changes in scope consist mainly of the:
• Disposal of Pasing Arcaden in Germany;
• Disposal of Westfield Annapolis in the US;
• Disposal of Aupark in Slovakia;
• Disposal of the Group’s units in La Valentine in France;
• Disposal of Equinoccio in Spain;
• Disposal of Gaîté-Montparnasse office in France;
• Disposal of a student housing land plot adjacent to Westfield Stratford City in the UK;
• Acquisition of the remaining 50% stake on Westfield Montgomery in the US;
• Acquisition of the remaining 50% stake on CH Ursynów in Poland;
• Acquisition of 100% of the Jacques Ibert offices in France;
• Delivery of Westfield CNIT Eole in France;
• Delivery of Lightwell in France;
• Delivery of Fisketorvet Dining Extension in Denmark; and
• Centrum Černý Most Extension in Czech Republic which started in H1-2024.
The like-for-like change in the portfolio valuation is calculated excluding the changes described here above.
(1) The sum of the GMV for the assets fully consolidated, the ownership at share of the GMV of assets jointly controlled accounted for using the equity method and the equity
values for assets not controlled by URW.
(2) Including the Group’s services business, the airport activities, the Westfield trademark, transfer taxes and transaction costs. Does not include the goodwill not justified by the
fee business nor the impact of the application of IFRS 16.
(3) Source: Cushman & Wakefield, estimates as at January, 2025.
(4) Source: BNP Paribas Real Estate, estimates as at January, 2025.
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URW Valuation as at Dec. 31, 2023 (€ Mn) 49,574
Like-for-like revaluation (194)
Revaluation of non like-for-like assets (1,310) (a)
Revaluation of shares (0) (b)
Capex / Acquisitions / Transfers 1,807
Disposals (888) (c)
Constant Currency Effect 721 (d)
URW Valuation as at Dec. 31, 2024 (€ Mn)
49,711
Figures may not add up due to rounding.
(a) Non like-for-like assets include IPUC valued at cost or at fair value, assets delivered in 2024, and assets at bid value.
(b) Revaluation of the shares in companies holding the assets not controlled by URW.
(c) Value as at December 31, 2023, of the assets disposed. Excluding sale of minority stake in Centrum Černý Most, still fully consolidated.
(d) Currency impact of +€721 Mn, including +€624 Mn in the US, +€167 Mn in the UK, partly offset by -€70 Mn in Nordics, before offsets from foreign currency debt and hedging
programmes.
Appraisers
In March 2021, as part of the rotation recommended by the Royal
Institution of Chartered Surveyors ("RICS"), URW signed new appraisal
mandates with 2 international and qualified appraisal firms, Cushman &
Wakefield and Jones Lang LaSalle, to value its Shopping Centre and
Offices & Others portfolio. In Continental Europe, URW rotated the
assets appraised by these 2 firms: in H1-2021, the appraisers were
rotated for Central Europe, Spain, Nordics, France Offices & Others and
The Netherlands and in H2-2021, URW rotated appraisers for France
Shopping Centres, Germany and Austria. In H1-2024, URW rotated the
appraisers in the US (Cushman & Wakefield and Kroll) on half of the US
assets, URW rotated the appraisers on the remaining half of the US
assets in H2-2024, in line with RICS’ recommendations. The services
companies (except German Fee Business) and the Westfield trademark
values are assessed by Ernst & Young (“EY”) since H2-2024. The
German Fee Business is appraised by Grant Thornton since H2-2024.
URW has allocated properties across independent appraisers by region
for comparison and benchmarking purposes. The valuation process has
a centralised approach, intended to ensure that capital market views on
the Group’s portfolio are taken into account. Assets are appraised twice
a year (in June and December), except for services companies and the
Westfield trademark which were externally appraised once in H2-2024.
Appraiser Regions appraised as at Dec. 31, 2024
% of total
portfolio
Dec. 31, 2024
% of total
portfolio
Dec. 31, 2023
Cushman & Wakefield France/Germany/Austria/Nordics/Spain/UK
(a)
/US 41% 49%
Jones Lang LaSalle France/Germany/Central Europe/The Netherlands 33% 34%
Kroll US 13% 6%
EY
(b)
France/UK/US 3% 0%
PwC
(c)
France 5% 8%
Other appraisers
Germany/Central Europe/US
2% 2%
At cost, under sale agreement or internal 3% 1%
100% 100%
Figures may not add up due to rounding.
(a) The Group’s UK Shopping Centre portfolio was valued by Cushman & Wakefield and Avison Young.
(b) EY assesses the Westfield trademark and the Group’s services companies except the German Fee Business valued by Grant Thornton.
(c) PwC assesses the Convention & Exhibition venues.
Fees paid to appraisers are determined prior to the valuation process
and are independent from the value of properties appraised. A detailed
report, dated and signed, is produced for each appraised property. None
of the appraisers have received fees from URW representing more than
10% of their turnover.
Integration of ESG in URW’s valuations
Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG) factors are impacting
investment approaches in real estate markets. Driving forces include
legislation change, availability of finance, and increasing societal
awareness of ESG factors such as climate risk.
A significant amount of information has been made available to the
appraisers in relation to several ESG KPIs on an asset-by-asset basis
(1)
in connection with a new AFREXIM ESG scorecard built by main
valuation firms, international shopping centres’ landlords and French
institutions representing a diverse scope of retail market participants.
Amongst others, these KPIs are the Energy Use Intensity on common
areas, BREEAM certificate label part I and II, climate risk studies
outcomes, renewable energy on-site production or presence of EV
chargers.
(1) For European shopping centres.
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Appraisers have reviewed and considered the information provided in
their valuation process. Capex to be spent in the next 5 years for the
Energy Action Plan defined by the Group and its Better Places Net zero
trajectory were integrated in the valuation model.
The information relating to the Group’s ESG roadmap provided during
the Investors Day in October 2023 was updated so that appraisers could
integrate it in their H2-2024 valuations.
Valuation methodology
Appraisal methods used by appraisers are compliant with international
standards and guidelines as defined by RICS, IVSC (International
Valuation Standards Council) and FEI (Fédération des Entreprises
Immobilières).
Valuation scope
97% of URW’s portfolio was appraised by independent appraisers as at
December 31, 2024.
Investment Properties Under Construction (“IPUC”) for which a value
could be reliably determined are required to be accounted for at fair
value and were assessed by external appraisers.
IPUC are taken at fair value once management considers that a
substantial part of the project’s uncertainty has been eliminated, such
that a reliable fair value can be established.
Westfield Hamburg was assessed at fair value for the first time as at
June 30, 2023. Centrum Černý Most Extension was carried at fair value
for the first time as at June 30, 2024.
Since and as a result of the acquisition accounting for the Westfield
transaction, the main projects in the US, the UK and Italy were carried at
fair value as at December 31, 2024.
Refer to the table in the Section 4.1.3 for the valuation method used for
each development project in the Group’s pipeline.
The remaining assets of the portfolio (3%) were valued as follows:
• At cost, subject to impairment test, for IPUC for which a reliable value
could not yet be established. These include assets under
development (see Section 4.1.3 for more details);
• Internal valuations were performed by URW as at December 31,
2024, for a few minor office assets in the US; and
• At bid value for assets for which the Group has received a purchase
offer.
The total value of the IPUC amounted to €2.0 Bn, of which €1.6 Bn
valued at fair value and €0.5 Bn valued at cost (36% of the value at cost
was tested with an external valuation as at December 31, 2024).
Unless otherwise indicated, valuation changes and references to asset
values include transfer taxes and transaction costs.
Appraiser Sector
Valuation including transfer taxes (€ Mn)
Dec. 31, 2024
June 30, 2024 Dec. 31, 2023
Cushman & Wakefield Shopping Centres/Offices & Others 17,246 18,007 18,081
Jones Lang LaSalle Shopping Centres/Offices & Others 16,444 16,879 16,607
PwC C&E 2,538 2,538 2,766
EY Shopping Centres 280 – –
Other appraisers Shopping Centres 3,348 3,231 3,113
Internal valuation Shopping Centres 1 266 –
Impact of the assets valued by two appraisers Shopping Centres (2,557) (2,408) (2,301)
Assets valued at cost and/or not appraised
Shopping Centres/Offices & Others
1,245 517 469
Total Europe 38,546 39,031 38,735
Cushman & Wakefield Shopping Centres/Offices & Others 3,040 5,757 6,150
Kroll Shopping Centres 6,636 3,306 3,014
PwC Shopping Centres – – 158
EY Shopping Centres 163 – –
Other appraisers Shopping Centres/Offices & Others 250 253 243
Internal valuation Offices & Others 41 214 35
Assets valued at cost and/or not appraised
Shopping Centres/Offices & Others
42 181 166
Total US 10,172 9,712 9,767
Services 993 1,034 1,072
Total URW
49,711 49,777 49,574
Figures may not add up due to rounding.
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Shopping Centre portfolio
The value of URW’s Shopping Centre portfolio is the total value of each individual asset as determined by the Group’s appraisers, except as noted
above.
The Westfield trademark is split by the regions in which the Group operates Westfield-branded shopping centres and is included within the Flagships
category valuation. The airport activity and CBD asset
(1)
are included within Flagships in the US.
Evolution of URW’s Shopping Centre portfolio valuation
The value of URW’s Shopping Centre portfolio amounted to €43,329Mn (€42,775 Mn).
URW Valuation as at Dec. 31, 2023 (€ Mn) 42,775
Like-for-like revaluation 72
Revaluation of non like-for-like assets (876)
Revaluation of shares (12)
Capex / Acquisitions / Transfers 1,372
Disposals (665)
Constant Currency Effect 661
URW Valuation as at Dec. 31, 2024 (€ Mn) 43,329
Figures may not add up due to rounding.
Based on an asset value excluding estimated transfer taxes and transaction costs, the Shopping Centre division’s Net Initial Yield ("NIY") stood at
5.4%, including 5.4% in Continental Europe, 6.3% in the UK and 5.2% in the US.
The Potential Yield including the leasing of vacant space at ERV was 5.8%, including 5.6% in Continental Europe, 7.0% in the UK and 5.8% in the US.
When compared to the NIY, this metric incorporates the filling in of the currently high level of vacancy in the UK and in the US, at 5.8% and 7.2%
respectively.
Shopping Centre portfolio by region
Dec. 31, 2024
Dec. 31, 2023
Valuation
including
transfer taxes
(€ Mn)
Valuation
excluding
estimated
transfer taxes
(€ Mn)
Net Initial
Yield
Potential
Yield
Valuation
including
transfer taxes
(€ Mn)
Valuation
excluding
estimated
transfer taxes
(€ Mn) Net Initial Yield Potential Yield
France 12,585 12,119 4.9% 5.2% 12,521 12,060 4.9% 5.1%
Spain 3,657 3,574 5.8% 5.9% 3,583 3,502 5.8% 6.0%
Southern Europe 16,242 15,694 5.1% 5.3% 16,104 15,561 5.1% 5.3%
Central Europe 5,345 5,296 6.1% 6.2% 4,954 4,910 6.3% 6.5%
Austria 2,137 2,126 5.5% 5.8% 2,147 2,137 5.3% 5.6%
Germany 2,552 2,396 5.8% 6.3% 3,196 3,012 5.9% 6.2%
Central and Eastern Europe 10,034 9,818 5.9% 6.1% 10,298 10,059 6.0% 6.2%
Nordics 2,543 2,492 4.9% 5.4% 2,564 2,512 5.1% 5.5%
The Netherlands 1,671 1,511 5.6% 6.1% 1,623 1,468 5.6% 6.0%
Northern Europe 4,214 4,003 5.2% 5.6% 4,187 3,980 5.3% 5.7%
Subtotal Continental Europe 30,490 29,515 5.4% 5.6% 30,589 29,600 5.4% 5.7%
UK 2,738 2,595 6.3% 7.0% 2,489 2,359 6.2% 7.0%
Subtotal Europe 33,229 32,110 5.4% 5.7% 33,078 31,958 5.4% 5.8%
US 10,100 9,899 5.2% 5.8% 9,697 9,516 4.9% 5.5%
Total URW
43,329 42,009 5.4% 5.8% 42,775 41,475 5.3% 5.7%
Figures may not add up due to rounding.
(1) Westfield World Trade Center.
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The following table shows the breakdown for the US Shopping Centre portfolio:
US Shopping Centre portfolio by category
Dec. 31, 2024
Dec. 31, 2023
Valuation
including
transfer taxes
(€ Mn)
Valuation
excluding
estimated
transfer taxes
(€ Mn)
Net Initial
Yield
Potential
Yield
Valuation
including
transfer taxes
(€ Mn)
Valuation
excluding
estimated
transfer taxes
(€ Mn)
Net Initial
Yield
Potential
Yield
Flagships US (incl. CBD asset)
(a)
9,669 9,468 5.0% 5.6% 9,185 9,004 4.6% 5.2%
o/w Flagships US excl. CBD asset
(a)
8,719 8,546 5.1% 5.6% 8,199 8,052 4.8% 5.3%
Regionals US 432 432 9.3% 10.7% 512 512 9.4% 11.2%
Total US
10,100 9,899 5.2% 5.8% 9,697 9,516 4.9% 5.5%
Figures may not add up due to rounding.
(a) The airport activities and the Westfield trademark for the US are included in the valuation of the US Flagships for a total amount of €413 Mn as at December 31, 2024, and for
a total amount of €401 Mn as at December 31, 2023. However, these activities are not part of the NIY computation.
For Flagships, excluding CBD asset, the Net Initial Yield stands at 5.1% as at December 31, 2024, vs. 4.8% as at December 31, 2023, and the Potential
Yield stands at 5.6% as at December 31, 2024, vs. 5.3% as at December 31, 2023. Stabilised Yield based on NRI 2027, integrating growth potential of
these assets, stands at 5.7% as at December 31, 2024, vs. 5.6% as at December 31, 2023.
The valuation including transfer taxes of the US Shopping Centre portfolio expressed in EUR increased by +4.2% over the year and decreased by -2.1%
in USD, from $10,715Mn to $10,493 Mn. The increase in EUR reflects the impact of the positive currency effect between the 2 closings, with a
strengthening of the USD vs. the EUR.
The following table shows the bridge of the US Shopping Centre portfolio in USD from December 31, 2023, to December 31, 2024, with the split by
category:
Total US
Flagships US incl.
CBD asset
(a)
Flagships US excl.
CBD asset
(a)
Regionals US
URW Valuation as at Dec. 31, 2023 ($ Mn) 10,715 10,149 9,060 566
Like-for-like revaluation (416) (387) (276) (30)
Revaluation of non like-for-like assets (125) (125) (125) 0
Revaluation of shares – – – –
Capex / Acquisitions / Transfers 413 407 399 6
Disposals / Foreclosure (94) – – (94)
URW Valuation as at Dec. 31, 2024 ($ Mn)
10,493 10,045 9,058 448
Figures may not add up due to rounding.
(a) The airport activities and the Westfield trademark for the US are included in the valuation of the US Flagships for a total amount of $429 Mn as at December 31, 2024, and for
a total amount of $443 Mn as at December 31, 2023.
Sensitivity
The table below shows the sensitivity on URW’s Shopping Centre portfolio value for assets fully consolidated or under joint control, excluding assets
under development, the Westfield trademark and the airport activities.
The percentages below are indicative of evolutions in case of various evolutions of NIY, Discount Rate (“DR”), Exit Capitalisation Rate ("ECR") and
appraisers’ ERV.
Sensitivity Impact in € Mn Impact in %
+25 bps in NIY (1,798) (4.4%)
+25 bps in DR (668) (1.7%)
+10 bps in ECR (475) (1.2%)
-5% in appraisers' ERV (1,571) (3.9%)
Sensitivity Impact in € Mn Impact in %
-25 bps in NIY 1,974 4.9%
-25 bps in DR 682 1.7%
-10 bps in ECR 493 1.2%
+5% in appraisers' ERV 1,356 3.4%
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Like-for-like analysis
On a like-for-like basis, the value of URW’s Shopping Centre portfolio, after accounting for works, capitalised financial expenses and eviction costs,
increased by +€72Mn, i.e. +0.2%. This increase in 2024 compared to 2023 was the result of a yield impact of -1.3% and a rent impact of +1.4%.
The like-for-like change was positive in Continental Europe at +1.3% compared to 2023 and in the UK at +4.9% compared to 2023, and negative in the
US at -4.3% compared to 2023.
2024
Shopping Centres – Like-for-like (“LfL”) change Shopping Centres – Like-for-like (“LfL”) change by semester
LfL change in
€ Mn
LfL change
in %
LfL change –
Rent impact
LfL change –
Yield impact
LfL change
H1-2024
in € Mn
LfL change
H1-2024
in %
LfL change
H2-2024
in € Mn
LfL change
H2-2024
in %
France 50 0.4% 1.7% (1.2%) (19) (0.2%) 69 0.6%
Spain 68 2.2% 3.6% (1.4%) 61 2.0% 7 0.2%
Southern Europe 118 0.8% 2.1% (1.3%) 42 0.3% 75 0.5%
Central Europe 300 8.6% 7.8% 0.8% 202 5.8% 98 2.7%
Austria (30) (1.4%) (0.6%) (0.8%) (11) (0.5%) (19) (0.9%)
Germany (83) (4.0%) (1.6%) (2.4%) (32) (1.5%) (52) (2.5%)
Central and Eastern Europe 187 2.4% 2.9% (0.5%) 159 2.1% 27 0.3%
Nordics 10 0.4% 2.0% (1.7%) (0) 0.0% 10 0.4%
The Netherlands 31 1.9% 2.7% (0.8%) 8 0.5% 23 1.4%
Northern Europe 41 1.0% 2.3% (1.3%) 8 0.2% 33 0.8%
Subtotal Continental Europe 345 1.3% 2.4% (1.1%) 210 0.8% 136 0.5%
UK 112 4.9% 1.5% 3.4% 32 1.4% 80 3.3%
Subtotal Europe 457 1.6% 2.3% (0.7%) 242 0.8% 215 0.7%
US (385) (4.3%) (1.3%) (3.1%) (370) (4.2%) (15) (0.2%)
Total URW
72 0.2% 1.4% (1.3%) (128) (0.3%) 200 0.5%
Figures may not add up due to rounding.
The 47 Flagship shopping centres represent 94% of URW’s retail exposure (excluding assets under development, the airport activities and the
Westfield trademark).
2024
Shopping Centres – Like-for-like (“LfL”) change by category Shopping Centres – Like-for-like (“LfL”) change by semester
LfL change
in € Mn
LfL change
in %
LfL change –
Rent impact
LfL change –
Yield impact
LfL change
H1-2024
in € Mn
LfL change
H1-2024
in %
LfL change
H2-2024
in € Mn
LfL change
H2-2024
in %
Flagships Continental Europe 476 1.9% 2.8% (0.8%) 285 1.2% 191 0.8%
Flagships UK 112 4.9% 1.5% 3.4% 32 1.4% 80 3.3%
Subtotal European Flagships 588 2.2% 2.7% (0.5%) 317 1.2% 270 1.0%
Flagships US (excl. CBD asset) (255) (3.4%) (0.3%) (3.1%) (250) (3.3%) (5) (0.1%)
Subtotal Flagships (excl.
CBD asset)
333 1.0% 2.0% (1.1%) 67 0.2% 266 0.8%
US CBD (102) (10.4%) (10.4%) 0.0% (101) (10.2%) (2) (0.2%)
Subtotal Flagships 231 0.7% 1.7% (1.0%) (34) (0.1%) 264 0.7%
Regionals Europe (131) (6.4%) (2.9%) (3.5%) (76) (3.7%) (55) (2.8%)
Regionals US (28) (6.5%) 2.5% (9.0%) (19) (4.4%) (9) (2.1%)
Subtotal Regionals (158) (6.4%) (1.9%) (4.5%) (94) (3.8%) (64) (2.7%)
Total URW
72 0.2% 1.4% (1.3%) (128) (0.3%) 200 0.5%
Figures may not add up due to rounding.
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Non like-for-like analysis
The value of URW’s non like-for-like Shopping Centre portfolio (including projects, the Airport business and the Westfield trademark) decreased by
-€876Mn, after accounting for works, capitalised financial expenses and eviction costs. This was mainly due to Westfield Hamburg representing 81%
of the non like-for-like revaluation (see Section 4.1.3 for more details).
Offices & Others portfolio
Evolution of URW’s Offices & Others portfolio valuation
The Offices & Others portfolio includes the offices, the hotels (except the hotels at Porte de Versailles) and the residential projects.
The total value of URW’s Offices & Others portfolio amounted to €2,778 Mn (€3,155 Mn).
URW Valuation as at Dec. 31, 2023 (€ Mn) 3,155
Like-for-like revaluation (124)
Revaluation of non like-for-like assets (438)
Revaluation of shares 13
Capex / Acquisitions / Transfers 367
Disposals (223)
Constant Currency Effect 27
URW Valuation as at Dec. 31, 2024 (€ Mn) 2,778
Figures may not add up due to rounding.
The split by region of the total Offices & Others portfolio was as follows:
Valuation of Offices & Others portfolio (including transfer taxes)
Dec. 31, 2024
Dec. 31, 2023
€ Mn %
€ Mn %
France 1,642 59% 1,853 59%
Other countries 531 19% 703 22%
Subtotal Continental Europe 2,173 78% 2,556 81%
UK 533 19% 529 17%
Subtotal Europe 2,706 97% 3,085 98%
US 72 3% 69 2%
Total URW
2,778 100% 3,155 100%
Figures may not add up due to rounding.
For occupied offices and based on an asset value excluding estimated transfer taxes and transaction costs, the Offices & Others division’s NIY
increased by +90 bps from 5.9% to 6.8%.
Valuation of occupied office space
Dec. 31, 2024
Dec. 31, 2023
Valuation
including
transfer taxes
(€ Mn)
Valuation
excluding
estimated
transfer taxes
(€ Mn) Net Initial Yield
Valuation including
transfer taxes
(€ Mn)
Valuation
excluding
estimated
transfer taxes
(€ Mn) Net Initial Yield
France 1,491 1,451 6.6% 1,464 1,427 5.8%
Other countries 143 139 6.8% 197 190 6.4%
Subtotal Continental Europe 1,634 1,590 6.7% 1,661 1,618 5.9%
UK 276 261 n.m. 67 64 n.m.
Subtotal Europe 1,910 1,852 6.6% 1,729 1,682 5.9%
US 19 18 23.0% 28 27 11.5%
Total URW
1,929 1,870 6.8% 1,757 1,709 5.9%
Figures may not add up due to rounding.
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Sensitivity
The table below shows the sensitivity on URW’s Offices & Others portfolio value (occupied and vacant spaces) for assets fully consolidated or under
joint control, excluding assets under development.
The percentages below are indicative of evolutions in case of various evolutions of NIY.
Sensitivity Impact in € Mn Impact in %
+25 bps in NIY (69) (3.8%)
Sensitivity Impact in € Mn Impact in %
-25 bps in NIY 74 4.1%
Like-for-like analysis
The value of URW’s Offices & Others portfolio, after accounting for the impact of works and capitalised financial expenses, decreased by -€124Mn
(-8.0%) on a like-for-like basis, due to a yield impact of -1.5% and a rent impact of -6.5%.
2024
Offices & Others – Like-for-like change Offices & Others – Like-for-like (“LfL”) change by semester
LfL change
in € Mn
LfL change
in %
LfL change –
Rent impact
LfL change –
Yield impact
LfL change
H1-2024
in € Mn
LfL change
H1-2024
in %
LfL change
H2-2024
in € Mn
LfL change
H2-2024
in %
France (119) (9.6%) (8.5%) (1.1%) (39) (3.2%) (80) (6.6%)
Other countries 8 4.2% 5.4% (1.2%) 6 3.2% 2 0.9%
Subtotal Continental Europe (110) (7.7%) (6.6%) (1.1%) (33) (2.3%) (78) (5.5%)
UK (1) (1.6%) 7.2% (8.8%) (3) (4.0%) 2 2.4%
Subtotal Europe (111) (7.4%) (5.9%) (1.5%) (35) (2.4%) (76) (5.2%)
US (13) (25.7%) (23.0%) (2.7%) (1) (2.3%) (11) (22.7%)
Total URW
(124) (8.0%) (6.5%) (1.5%) (36) (2.3%) (87) (5.7%)
Figures may not add up due to rounding.
Non like-for-like analysis
The value of URW’s non like-for-like Offices & Others portfolio decreased by -€438 Mn including 84% from Westfield Hamburg.
Convention & Exhibition portfolio
Valuation methodology
The valuation methodology adopted by PwC for the venues is mainly based on a discounted cash flow model ("DCF") applied to the total net income
projected over the life of the concession or leasehold (net of the amounts paid for the concession or leasehold) if it exists, or otherwise over a 10-year
period, with an estimate of the asset value at the end of the given time period, based either on the residual contractual value for concessions or on
capitalised cash flows over the last year, including the remaining capital expenditures to be spent on Porte de Versailles (€159 Mn).
Evolution of the Convention & Exhibition valuation
The value of URW’s Convention & Exhibition venues, including transfer taxes and transaction costs, amounted to €2,611Mn (€2,572 Mn).
URW Valuation as at Dec. 31, 2023 (€ Mn) 2,572 (a)
Like-for-like revaluation (30)
Revaluation of non like-for-like assets 3
Revaluation of shares (2)
Capex/Acquisitions/Transfers/Disposals 67
URW Valuation as at Dec. 31, 2024 (€ Mn)
2,611 (a)
Figures may not add up due to rounding.
(a) Excluding the Convention & Exhibition space in Carrousel du Louvre and CNIT, 100%-owned by URW, the valuation for Viparis (including Palais des Sports, Les Boutiques du
Palais and the hotels at Porte de Versailles) was €2,481Mn as at December 31, 2023, and €2,510Mn as at December 31, 2024.
On a like-for-like basis, net of investments, the value of Convention & Exhibition venues decreased by -€30Mn (-1.2%) following the cancellation of a
few shows.
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Services
The Services portfolio is composed of URW’s French, German, UK and US property services companies.
URW’s Services portfolio is appraised annually as at each year-end to include all significant fee business activities in the portfolio at their market
value for the calculation of URW’s NAV.
In URW’s Consolidated statement of financial position, intangible assets are not revalued but recognised at cost less amortisation charges and/or
impairment losses booked.
The value of the Services portfolio decreased by -€112Mn (-10.5%) on a like-for-like basis, mainly impacted by revenues assumptions for German
Fee Business and UK DD&C, as well as rates evolution. It was partly offset by increases of French services companies and US Property Management.
URW Valuation as at Dec. 31, 2023 (€ Mn) 1,072
Like-for-like revaluation (112)
Constant Currency Effect 33
URW Valuation as at Dec. 31, 2024 (€ Mn) 993
Figures may not add up due to rounding.
Proportionate, IFRS and Group share figures for the property portfolio
The figures presented previously in the property portfolio are on a proportionate basis.
The following tables also provide the IFRS GMV and the Group share level (in GMV) for URW’s assets:
URW Asset portfolio valuation – Dec. 31, 2024
Proportionate IFRS Group share
€ Mn % € Mn % € Mn %
Shopping Centres 43,329 87% 41,994 87% 37,519 89%
Offices & Others 2,778 6% 2,469 5% 2,464 6%
Convention & Exhibition 2,611 5% 2,613 5% 1,357 3%
Services 993 2% 993 2% 986 2%
Total URW 49,711 100% 48,069 100% 42,325 100%
URW Asset portfolio valuation - Dec. 31, 2023 € Mn % € Mn % € Mn %
Shopping Centres 42,775 86% 41,269 86% 36,539 88%
Offices & Others 3,155 6% 2,881 6% 2,855 7%
Convention & Exhibition 2,572 5% 2,574 5% 1,333 3%
Services 1,072 2% 1,072 2% 1,015 2%
Total URW 49,574 100% 47,796 100% 41,742 100%
URW Like-for-like change – net of investments – 2024
€ Mn % € Mn % € Mn %
Shopping Centres 72 0.2% 288 0.9% 282 1.1%
Offices & Others (124) (8.0%) (119) (7.7%) (118) (7.7%)
Convention & Exhibition (30) (1.2%) (30) (1.2%) (10) (0.8%)
Services (112) (10.5%) (112) (10.5%) (108) (10.2%)
Total URW (194) (0.5%) 28 0.1% 46 0.1%
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URW Like-for-like change – net of investments – 2024
– split rent/yield impact
Proportionate IFRS Group share
Rent impact % Yield impact % Rent impact % Yield impact % Rent impact % Yield impact %
Shopping Centres 1.4% (1.3%) 2.1% (1.2%) 2.2% (1.1%)
Offices & Others (6.5%) (1.5%) (6.3%) (1.4%) (6.3%) (1.4%)
Dec. 31, 2024
Dec. 31, 2023
Dec. 31, 2024
Dec. 31, 2023
Dec. 31, 2024
Dec. 31, 2023
Shopping Centres
(a)
5.4% 5.3% 5.3% 5.3% 5.3% 5.3%
Offices & Others – occupied space
(b)
6.8% 5.9% 6.7% 5.9% 6.7% 5.9%
Figures may not add up due to rounding.
(a) Shopping centres under development and shopping centres not controlled by URW are not included in the calculation. Shopping centres held by companies accounted for
using the equity method are not included in the calculation of IFRS and Group share but are included in the proportionate for the ones under joint control.
(b) Offices under development and offices not controlled by URW are not included in the calculation. Offices held by companies accounted for using the equity method are not
included in the calculation of IFRS and Group share but are included in the proportionate for those in joint control.
Bridge between Proportionate and IFRS as at Dec. 31, 2024 (€ Mn)
Asset portfolio valuation
(including transfer taxes)
Total URW on a proportionate basis 49,711
(-) Assets joint-controlled on a proportionate basis (7,422)
(+) Share investments in assets joint-controlled 5,780
Total URW under IFRS
48,069
Figures may not add up due to rounding.
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Additional Valuation parameters – IFRS 13
URW complies with the IFRS 13 fair value measurement and the position paper
(1)
on IFRS 13 established by EPRA.
Considering the limited public data available, the complexity of real estate asset valuations, as well as the fact that appraisers use the non-public rent
rolls of the Group’s assets in their valuations, URW believes it is appropriate to classify its assets under Level 3. In addition, unobservable inputs,
including appraisers’ assumptions on growth rates, DR and ECR, are used by appraisers to determine the fair value of URW’s assets.
In addition to the disclosures provided above, the following tables provide quantitative data in order to assess the fair valuation of the Group’s assets.
Shopping Centres
All shopping centres are valued using the discounted cash flow and / or yield methodologies using compound annual growth rates as determined by
the appraisers.
Shopping Centres – Dec. 31, 2024
Net Initial Yield
Rent in € per
sqm
(a)
Discount Rate
(b)
Exit
Capitalisation
Rate
(c)
CAGR of NRI
(d)
France
Max. 7.7% 1,004 10.5% 8.5% 19.3%
Min. 4.3% 158 6.7% 4.8% 3.9%
Weighted average 4.9% 645 6.9% 5.0% 5.2%
Spain
Max. 6.8% 618 9.5% 6.5% 3.4%
Min. 5.3% 341 7.9% 5.4% 2.6%
Weighted average 5.8% 454 8.3% 5.8% 3.1%
Central Europe
Max. 8.9% 752 10.0% 9.6% 2.6%
Min. 5.8% 159 7.4% 5.6% 0.8%
Weighted average 6.1% 486 7.9% 5.9% 2.0%
Austria
Max. 5.7% 439 7.1% 5.1% 2.9%
Min. 5.4% 341 7.0% 5.1% 2.8%
Weighted average 5.5% 387 7.1% 5.1% 2.8%
Germany
Max. 8.7% 355 10.6% 8.5% 6.1%
Min. 4.7% 169 6.6% 5.0% 1.5%
Weighted average 5.8% 279 7.4% 5.6% 3.5%
Nordics
Max. 6.0% 456 8.0% 6.0% 5.5%
Min. 4.6% 273 6.9% 5.0% 3.1%
Weighted average 4.9% 377 7.2% 5.3% 3.8%
The Netherlands
Max. 9.1% 405 8.5% 7.3% 4.3%
Min. 5.0% 293 6.5% 5.0% 2.6%
Weighted average 5.6% 374 6.8% 5.4% 3.6%
UK
Max. 6.6% 695 10.6% 9.8% 9.4%
Min. 3.8% 46 7.4% 6.5% 1.8%
Weighted average 6.3% 341 7.7% 6.7% 2.5%
US
Max. 12.5% 1,722 13.0% 12.0% 8.8%
Min. 3.9% 362 7.0% 5.0% 2.2%
Weighted average 5.2% 803 7.5% 5.7% 4.5%
NIY, DR and ECR weighted by GMV. Vacant assets, assets considered at bid value, assets under restructuring and minor assets are not included in Min and Max calculation. Assets
under development or not controlled by URW, the Westfield trademark and the airport activities are not included in this table.
(a) Average annual rent (MGR + SBR) per asset per sqm.
(b) Rate used to calculate the net present value of future cash flows.
(c) Rate used to capitalise the exit rent to determine the exit value of an asset.
(d) CAGR of NRI determined by the appraiser (duration of the DCF model used either 6 or 10 years).
(1) EPRA Position Paper on IFRS 13 – Fair value measurement and illustrative disclosures, February 2013.
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For the US, the split between Flagships and Regionals was as follows:
Shopping Centres – Dec. 31, 2024
Net Initial Yield
Rent
in € per
sqm
(a)
Discount Rate
(b)
Exit
Capitalisation
Rate
(c)
CAGR of NRI
(d)
US Flagships incl. CBD asset
Max. 7.5% 1,722 8.0% 7.5% 8.8%
Min. 3.9% 385 7.0% 5.0% 2.2%
Weighted average 5.0% 872 7.3% 5.5% 4.5%
US Regionals
Max. 12.5% 590 13.0% 12.0% 5.2%
Min. 6.8% 362 10.0% 8.0% 3.0%
Weighted average 9.3% 450 11.1% 9.5% 3.7%
NIY, DR and ECR weighted by GMV. Vacant assets, assets considered at bid value, assets under restructuring and minor assets are not included in Min and Max calculation. Assets
under development or not controlled by URW, the Westfield trademark and the airport activities are not included in this table.
(a) Average annual rent (MGR + SBR) per asset per sqm.
(b) Rate used to calculate the net present value of future cash flows.
(c) Rate used to capitalise the exit rent to determine the exit value of an asset.
(d) CAGR of NRI determined by the appraiser (10 years).
The Exit Capitalisation Rate
(1)
used by appraisers in December 2024 valuations increased by c. +10 bps on average compared to the ones in December
2023 valuations, including:
• In Continental Europe from 5.3% to 5.4%;
• In the US from 5.4% to 5.7% (from 5.3% to 5.5% for the US Flagships and from 8.7% to 9.5% for the US Regionals); and
• Partly compensated by the UK from 6.9% to 6.7%.
The Discount Rate
(1)
used by appraisers in December 2024 valuations remained stable on average compared to the ones in December 2023
valuations, including:
• Increase in the US from 7.3% to 7.5% (from 7.2% to 7.3% for the US Flagships and from 10.3% to 11.1% for the US Regionals);
• Stable in Continental Europe at 7.3%; and
• Decrease in the UK from 8.0% to 7.7%.
Appraisers assumed in their valuations a 10-year NRI CAGR of 3.8% from 2024 (in line with NRI growth assumptions of December 31, 2023
valuations), supported by the strong operating performance seen in 2024. It includes a CAGR of indexation of 2.1% in Continental Europe and a fixed
escalation of MGR and CAM of 3.0% in the US.
Shopping Centres
CAGR of NRI
determined by the
appraisers in the
DCF
CAGR of NRI – Starting from
Dec. 31, 2023
Valuations as at
Dec. 31, 2024
Valuations as at
Dec. 31, 2024
Valuations as at
Dec. 31, 2023
France 5.2% 4.8% 5.2%
Spain 3.1% 3.4% 3.3%
Central Europe 2.0% 2.5% 2.0%
Austria 2.8% 3.2% 3.7%
Germany 3.5% 3.1% 3.3%
Nordics 3.8% 3.4% 3.6%
The Netherlands 3.6% 3.1% 2.9%
Continental Europe 3.8% 3.7% 3.8%
UK 2.5% 3.2% 2.6%
Europe 3.6% 3.6% 3.7%
US Flagships incl. CBD asset 4.5% 4.9% 5.0%
US Regionals 3.7% 4.3% 2.9%
Average URW 3.8% 3.9% 3.9%
The NRI of the exit year used by appraisers in December 2024 valuations increased in Continental Europe (+3.2%) and in the UK (+2.3%) and was
overall stable in the US for Flagships assets excluding CBD asset (-0.5% for total US portfolio) compared to those reflected in December 2023
valuations.
(1) Restated from 2024 disposals.
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4.1.4.2 EPRA Net Asset Value metrics
calculation
The EPRA measures
(1)
are calculated by adjusting the equity
attributable to the holders of the Stapled Shares, as shown in the
Consolidated statement of financial position (under IFRS), for the items
as described below. These apply differently to each metric.
Equity attributable to the holders of the Stapled
Shares
As at December 31, 2024, the Equity attributable to the holders of the
Stapled Shares (which excludes both the Hybrid securities and the
External non-controlling interests) came to €15,850Mn.
The Equity attributable to the holders of the Stapled Shares
incorporated the net recurring profit in the period of €1,472Mn and the
net negative impact in the period of -€1,326 Mn as a result of negative
valuation movements.
Fully diluted number of shares
Dilution from securities giving access to share capital as at December
31, 2024, was computed for those instruments which were “in the
money” and having fulfilled the performance conditions.
In accordance with IFRS, financial instruments were recorded on URW’s
statement of financial position at their fair value with the impact of the
change in fair value included in the income statement and thus in the
equity attributable to the holders of the Stapled Shares.
The exercise of “in the money” stock options and performance shares
with the performance conditions fulfilled as at December 31, 2024, as
well as the retention shares would have led to a rise in the number of
shares by +3,509,803. The dilution of the exercise of “in the money”
stock options generate an increase of +€134 Mn on the equity
attributable to the holders of the Stapled Shares.
As at December 31, 2024, the fully diluted number of shares taken into
account for the EPRA measures calculations was 146,139,350.
Revaluation to fair value of investment properties,
development properties held for investment and
other non-current investments
No adjustment was made for the purpose of the EPRA NRV, EPRA NTA
and EPRA NDV calculation.
Deferred tax in relation to fair value movements in
investment property
In the Group’s IFRS consolidated accounts, deferred tax on property
assets was calculated in accordance with accounting standards as at
December 31, 2024.
As a result, and consistent with the EPRA methodology, for the purpose
of the EPRA NRV calculation, deferred taxes (€1,958Mn) were added
back for the calculation of EPRA NRV, and for the calculation of the
EPRA NTA. For the EPRA NTA calculation, -€979 Mn of effective
deferred taxes were then deducted. The EPRA NDV was not adjusted.
Fair value of financial instruments
The fair value adjustment of financial instruments recorded in the IFRS
consolidated statement of financial position was added back by URW for
the EPRA NRV and EPRA NTA calculation for a total amount of
€374Mn (excluding exchange rate hedging) and remained at the IFRS
value for the EPRA NDV.
Fair value movements of foreign currency hedging instruments (fair
value hedges or net investment hedges) recorded in the balance sheet
and associated with foreign exchange retranslation remains in all 3 NAV
metrics (NRV, NTA and NDV) to offset the movement in the underlying
investment being hedged.
Goodwill as a result of deferred taxes
Goodwill booked on the balance sheet as a result of deferred taxes of
-€175Mn as at December 31, 2024, was excluded from the EPRA NRV,
EPRA NTA and EPRA NDV.
Other Goodwill as per the IFRS Balance Sheet
Goodwill booked on the balance sheet (which is mainly related to the
Westfield acquisition) of -€631Mn was deducted from the EPRA NTA
and EPRA NDV (net of the Goodwill resulting from deferred taxes
already deducted).
Intangibles as per the IFRS Balance Sheet
Intangible assets of -€792Mn have been deducted from the EPRA NTA.
Fair value of fixed interest rate debt
The value of the fixed rate debt on the balance sheet of the Group is
equal to the nominal value of the UR debt and the fair value of the
Westfield debt at the accounting combination date (May 31, 2018).
Taking fixed rate debt at its fair value would have a positive impact of
+€1,910 Mn as at December 31, 2024. This impact was taken into
account in the EPRA NDV calculation.
Revaluation of intangibles to fair value
When the fair value of an intangible asset can reliably be determined
and is not already included within goodwill or otherwise recorded on the
balance sheet, it is added to the EPRA NRV. The basis of valuation is
disclosed. URW uses an external valuer at least annually to determine
the valuation of such intangible assets and discloses the name of the
firms undertaking the valuations. Care is taken that no double counting
takes place with the Goodwill on the balance sheet.
The appraisal of property services companies in France, the US, the UK
and Germany, the airport activities (excluding LAX and Chicago), the
Westfield trademark and of the operations (fonds de commerce) of
Viparis Porte de Versailles, Paris Nord Villepinte, Palais des Congrès de
Paris and Palais des Congrès d’Issy-les-Moulineaux, meet the criteria of
this adjustment and have been so valued. This gave rise to an unrealised
capital gain of +€1,024 Mn, which was added only for the purpose of the
EPRA NRV calculation.
(1) Refer to the EPRA website for more detail: EPRA BPR Guidelines 241019.
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Real estate transfer tax
As at December 31, 2024, the transfer taxes and costs deducted from
asset values in the statement of financial position (in accordance with
IFRS) amounted to €1,855Mn. This amount is taken into account in the
EPRA NDV. For the purpose of the EPRA NRV calculation, this amount
was added back.
For the purpose of the EPRA NTA calculation, the Group used the
optimised net property value. Transfer taxes and transaction costs are
estimated after taking into account the likely disposal scenario: sale of
the asset or of the company that owns it. As at December 31, 2024,
these estimated transfer taxes and other transaction costs compared to
transfer taxes and costs already deducted from asset values on the
statement of financial position (in accordance with IFRS) came to a
positive net adjustment of +€485 Mn.
URW’s EPRA NRV
URW’s EPRA NRV stood at €21,020Mn or €143.80 per share (fully
diluted) as at December 31, 2024. The EPRA NRV per share decreased
by -€2.90 (or -2.0%) compared to December 31, 2023.
The decrease of -€2.90 compared to December 31, 2023 was the sum
of: (i) -€1.78 per share of changes due to NAV adjustments, including
mainly the impacts of fair value of financial instruments adjustment, of
change in the number of fully diluted Stapled shares (includes the
impact of the issuance of URW shares against the acquisition from CPP
Investments of a 38.9% stake in URW Germany), and of intangible
assets offset by the impact of potential issuance of stock options and
number of shares, of deferred taxes on Balance sheet and of real estate
transfer tax; and (ii) -€1.12 per share of changes in Equity attributable to
the holders of the Stapled Shares including mainly the Revaluation of
Investment Properties and the distribution (-€2.50), offset by the
Recurring Net Result.
URW’s EPRA NTA
URW’s EPRA NTA stood at €16,225Mn or €111.00 per share (fully
diluted) as at December 31, 2024. The EPRA NTA per share decreased
by -€1.30 (or -1.2%) compared to December 31, 2023.
The decrease of -€1.30 compared to December 31, 2023 was the sum
of: (i) -€1.12 per share of changes in Equity attributable to the holders of
the Stapled Shares including mainly the Revaluation of Investment
Properties and the distribution (-€2.50) offset by the Recurring Net
Result; and (ii) -€0.18 per share of changes due to NAV adjustments,
including the impact of fair value of financial instruments adjustment
offset by the impacts of potential issuance of stock options and number
of shares, of deferred taxes on Balance sheet, of impairment or changes
in goodwill as per the IFRS balance sheet and of real estate transfer tax.
URW’s EPRA NDV
URW’s EPRA NDV stood at €17,088 Mn or €116.90 per share (fully
diluted) as at December 31, 2024. The EPRA NDV per share decreased
by -€5.00 (or -4.1%) compared to December 31, 2023.
The decrease of -€5.00 compared to December 31, 2023 was the sum
of: (i) -€3.88 per share of changes due to NAV adjustments
corresponding to the impact of fair value adjustment of fixed interest
rate debt and of change in the number of fully diluted Stapled Shares
(including the impact of the issuance of URW shares against the
acquisition from CPP Investments of a 38.9% stake in URW Germany)
offset by the impact of potential issuance of stock options and number
of shares; and (ii) -€1.12 per share of changes in Equity attributable to
the holders of the Stapled Shares including mainly the Revaluation of
Investment Properties and the distribution (-€2.50), offset by the
Recurring Net Result.
See details in table “Evolution of EPRA NRV, EPRA NTA and EPRA NDV
– per share (fully diluted)” in Section 4.1.4.3.
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4.1.4.3 EPRA Net Asset Value metrics table
(€ Mn)
Dec. 31, 2024
EPRA NRV EPRA NTA EPRA NDV
Equity attributable to the holders of the Stapled Shares (IFRS) 15,850 15,850 15,850
Include/Exclude*:
i) Hybrid instruments/Effect of exercise of Stock Options 134 134 134
Diluted NAV 15,984 15,984 15,984
Include*:
ii.a) Revaluation of IP (if IAS 40 cost option is used) 0 0 0
ii.b) Revaluation of IPUC
(a)
(if IAS 40 cost option is used) 0 0 0
ii.c) Revaluation of other non-current investments
(b)
0 0 0
iii) Revaluation of tenant leases held as finance leases
(c)
0 0 0
iv) Revaluation of trading properties
(d)
0 0 0
Diluted NAV at Fair Value 15,984 15,984 15,984
Exclude*:
v) Deferred tax in relation to fair value gains of IP
(e)
detailed below:
v.a) Reversal of deferred taxes on balance sheet 1,958 1,958 –
v.b) Effective deferred taxes on capital gains – (979) –
vi) Fair value of financial instruments 374 374 –
vii) Goodwill as a result of deferred tax (175) (175) (175)
viii.a) Goodwill as per the IFRS balance sheet (net of vii)) – (631) (631)
viii.b) Intangibles as per the IFRS balance sheet – (792) –
Include*:
ix) Fair value of fixed interest rate debt – – 1,910
x) Revaluation of intangibles to fair value 1,024 – –
xi) Real estate transfer tax
(f)
1,855 485 –
NAV 21,020 16,225 17,088
Fully diluted number of shares 146,139,350 146,139,350 146,139,350
NAV per share
€143.80 €111.00 €116.90
Figures may not add up due to rounding.
(a) Difference between development property held on the balance sheet at cost and the fair value of that development property.
(b) Revaluation of intangibles are presented under adjustment (x). Revaluation of Intangibles to fair value is not under this line item.
(c) Difference between finance lease receivables held on the balance sheet at amortised cost and the fair value of those finance lease receivables.
(d) Difference between trading properties held on the balance sheet at cost (IAS 2) and the fair value of those trading properties.
(e) Deferred tax adjustment for NTA calculated in line with the EPRA guidelines.
(f) Real estate transfer taxes were adjusted in accordance with the EPRA guidelines.
* “Include” indicates that an asset (whether on or off balance sheet) should be added to the shareholders’ equity, whereas a liability should be deducted.
* “Exclude” indicates that an asset (part of the balance sheet) is reversed, whereas a liability (part of the balance sheet) is added back.
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EPRA NRV EPRA NTA EPRA NDV
Equity attributable to the holders of the Stapled Shares (IFRS) 15,386 15,386 15,386
Include/Exclude*:
i) Hybrid instruments/Effect of exercise of stock options 26 26 26
Diluted NAV 15,412 15,412 15,412
Include*:
ii.a) Revaluation of IP (if IAS 40 cost option is used) 0 0 0
ii.b) Revaluation of IPUC
(a)
(if IAS 40 cost option is used) 0 0 0
ii.c) Revaluation of other non-current investments
(b)
0 0 0
iii) Revaluation of tenant leases held as finance leases
(c)
0 0 0
iv) Revaluation of trading properties
(d)
0 0 0
Diluted NAV at Fair Value 15,412 15,412 15,412
Exclude*:
v) Deferred tax in relation to fair value gains of IP
(e)
detailed below:
v.a) Reversal of deferred taxes on balance sheet 1,851 1,851 –
v.b) Effective deferred taxes on capital gains – (925) –
vi) Fair value of financial instruments 614 614 –
vii) Goodwill as a result of deferred tax (175) (175) (175)
viii.a) Goodwill as per the IFRS balance sheet (net of vii)) – (670) (670)
viii.b) Intangibles as per the IFRS balance sheet – (783) –
Include*:
ix) Fair value of fixed interest rate debt – – 2,549
x) Revaluation of intangibles to fair value 1,097 – –
xi) Real estate transfer tax
(f)
1,795 450 –
NAV 20,594 15,773 17,116
Fully diluted number of shares 140,408,752 140,408,752 140,408,752
NAV per share
€146.70 €112.30 €121.90
Figures may not add up due to rounding.
(a) Difference between development property held on the balance sheet at cost and the fair value of that development property.
(b) Revaluation of intangibles are presented under adjustment (x). Revaluation of Intangibles to fair value is not under this line item.
(c) Difference between finance lease receivables held on the balance sheet at amortised cost and the fair value of those finance lease receivables.
(d) Difference between trading properties held on the balance sheet at cost (IAS 2) and the fair value of those trading properties.
(e) Deferred tax adjustment for NTA calculated in line with the EPRA guidelines.
(f) Real estate transfer taxes were adjusted in accordance with the EPRA guidelines.
* “Include” indicates that an asset (whether on or off balance sheet) should be added to the shareholders’ equity, whereas a liability should be deducted.
* “Exclude” indicates that an asset (part of the balance sheet) is reversed, whereas a liability (part of the balance sheet) is added back.
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EPRA NRV
Dec. 31, 2024
June 30, 2024 Dec. 31, 2023
Equity attributable to the holders of the Stapled Shares (IFRS) 15,850 15,239
15,386
Include/Exclude*:
i) Hybrid instruments/Effect of exercise of Stock Options 134 157 26
Diluted NAV 15,984 15,397
15,412
Include*:
ii.a) Revaluation of IP (if IAS 40 cost option is used) 0 0 0
ii.b) Revaluation of IPUC
(a)
(if IAS 40 cost option is used) 0 0 0
ii.c) Revaluation of other non-current investments
(b)
0 0 0
iii) Revaluation of tenant leases held as finance leases
(c)
0 0 0
iv) Revaluation of trading properties
(d)
0 0 0
Diluted NAV at Fair Value 15,984 15,397
15,412
Exclude*:
v) Deferred tax in relation to fair value gains of IP
(e)
detailed below:
v.a) Reversal of deferred taxes on balance sheet 1,958 1,896 1,851
v.b) Effective deferred taxes on capital gains – – –
vi) Fair value of financial instruments 374 449 614
vii) Goodwill as a result of deferred tax (175) (177) (177)
viii.a) Goodwill as per the IFRS balance sheet (net of vii)) – – –
viii.b) Intangibles as per the IFRS balance sheet – –
–
Include*:
ix) Fair value of fixed interest rate debt – – –
x) Revaluation of intangibles to fair value 1,024 1,079 1,097
xi) Real estate transfer tax
(f)
1,855 1,804 1,795
EPRA NRV 21,020 20,449 20,594
Fully diluted number of shares 146,139,350 143,482,316 140,408,752
EPRA NRV per share €143.80 €142.50 €146.70
% of change over six months 0.9% (2.9%) (2.7%)
% of change over one year
(2.0%) (5.4%) (5.8%)
Figures may not add up due to rounding.
(a) Difference between development property held on the balance sheet at cost and the fair value of that development property.
(b) Revaluation of intangibles are presented under adjustment (x). Revaluation of Intangibles to fair value is not under this line item.
(c) Difference between finance lease receivables held on the balance sheet at amortised cost and the fair value of those finance lease receivables.
(d) Difference between trading properties held on the balance sheet at cost (IAS 2) and the fair value of those trading properties.
(e) Deferred tax adjustment for NTA calculated in line with the EPRA guidelines.
(f) Real estate transfer taxes were adjusted in accordance with the EPRA guidelines.
* “Include” indicates that an asset (whether on or off balance sheet) should be added to the shareholders’ equity, whereas a liability should be deducted.
* “Exclude” indicates that an asset (part of the balance sheet) is reversed, whereas a liability (part of the balance sheet) is added back.
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Evolution of EPRA NRV, EPRA NTA and EPRA NDV – per share (fully diluted)
EPRA NRV EPRA NTA EPRA NDV
As at Dec. 31, 2023, per share €146.70 €112.30 €121.90
Recurring Net Result 10.56 10.56 10.56
Revaluation of Investment Properties
(a)
(9.20)
(9.20) (9.20)
Shopping Centres (4.88)
Offices & Others (4.20)
Convention & Exhibition
(0.12)
Depreciation or impairment of intangibles (0.01) (0.01) (0.01)
Impairment of goodwill (0.15) (0.15) (0.15)
Capital gain on disposals (0.00) (0.00) (0.00)
Subtotal revaluations, impairments and capital gain on disposals (9.36) (9.36) (9.36)
Mark-to-market of debt and financial instruments 0.46 0.46 0.46
Taxes on non-recurring result (0.10) (0.10) (0.10)
Other non-recurring result (0.08) (0.08) (0.08)
Subtotal non-recurring financial expenses, taxes and other 0.28 0.28 0.28
Distribution (2.50) (2.50) (2.50)
Other changes in Equity attributable to the holders of the Stapled Shares (0.10) (0.10) (0.10)
Total changes in Equity attributable to the holders of the Stapled Shares (1.12) (1.12) (1.12)
Impact of potential issuance of Stock Options and number of shares 0.74 0.74 0.74
Revaluation of Investment Properties (operating assets) – – –
Impact of deferred taxes on balance sheet and effective deferred taxes 0.74 0.37 –
Impact of fair value of financial instruments adjustment (1.64) (1.64) –
Impact of impairment or changes in goodwill as per the IFRS balance sheet (0.00) 0.27 0.27
Impact of real estate transfer tax 0.41 0.24 –
Impact from intangible assets (0.50) (0.06) –
Impact of fair value adjustment of fixed interest rate debt – – (4.37)
Impact of change in the number of fully diluted Stapled Shares (1.52) (0.09) (0.51)
Total changes due to NAV adjustments (1.78) (0.18) (3.88)
As at Dec. 31, 2024, per share (fully diluted)
€143.80 €111.00 €116.90
Figures may not add up due to rounding.
(a) Revaluation of property assets is -€0.45 per share on a like-for-like basis, of which -€4.0 due to the yield effect and +€3.5 due to the rent effect.
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4.1.5 Financial resources
(1)
In 2024, decreasing inflation led central banks to begin cutting rates. In
parallel, market volatility increased, in the second half of the year,
driven by political uncertainty and ambivalence of the upcoming
economic policy in the US.
This context spurred a rally in rates and credit markets, leading to
surging bond issuance volumes. URW seized favourable market
conditions in early September to issue a €1.3 Bn dual-tranche green
bond (5-year and 10-year maturities), with a blended coupon of 3.688%
and an order book of more than €5.2 Bn at peak.
Overall, in 2024, URW raised €4.7 Bn of fully consolidated medium- to
long-term funds in the bond, mortgage and bank markets (including
credit facilities renewals).
As at December 31, 2024, the Group’s liquidity position stood at
€13.9 Bn (€14.0 Bn on a proportionate basis) including €5.3Bn of cash
on hand (€5.4 Bn on a proportionate basis) and €8.6 Bn of credit
facilities. It improved compared to 2023 liquidity position that stood at
€13.6 Bn including €5.5 Bn of cash on hand and €8.1 Bn of credit
facilities.
As at December 31, 2024:
• The Interest Coverage Ratio (“ICR”) was 4.2x (4.2x);
• The Funds From Operations ("FFO") to Net Financial Debt Ratio
(“FFO/NFD”) was 8.3% (7.8%);
• The Loan-to-Value (“LTV”) ratio
(2)
was 41.7%
(3)
(41.8%), and to 40.8%
on a proforma basis
(4)
;
• The Net debt/EBITDA ratio
(5)
was 8.7x (9.3x).
The average cost of debt for the period was 2.0% (1.8%), representing
the blended average cost of 1.4% for Euro denominated debt and 4.6%
for USD and GBP denominated debt.
In addition, as part of the acquisition
(6)
from CPP Investments of an
additional 38.9% stake in URW Germany, the Group issued 3.254Mn
URW Stapled Shares reinforcing its shareholders’ equity and improving
its EPRA LTV.
4.1.5.1 Debt structure as at
December 31, 2024
(7)
The Group’s net debt
(8)
is broadly stable year-on-year at €20,047 Mn
(€19,967 Mn) on an IFRS basis and €21,302 Mn (€21,378 Mn) on a
proportionate basis
(9)
, primarily as a result of:
• Retained cash flow over the period;
• The completion of c. €1.0 Bn disposals over the period;
Partly offset by:
• Capital expenditure spent over the period, including on Westfield
Hamburg project and investments completed in 2024;
• Acquisition of JV partners’ stakes in Westfield Montgomery and CH
Ursynów;
• €348 Mn cash distribution in May; and
• Foreign exchange evolution on the debt raised in USD and GBP
(impact of €222Mn and €268Mn on an IFRS and proportionate basis,
respectively)
(10)
.
Proforma for the receipt of the proceeds from the secured partial
disposal of Westfield Forum des Halles and Trinity tower, the Group’s
net debt would decrease by an additional €0.6 Bn. These disposals are
described in the Section 4.1.2 Investments and Divestments.
The medium- to long-term corporate debt
(11)
issued by the various URW
entities is cross-guaranteed.
No loans are subject to prepayment clauses linked to the Group’s credit
ratings
(12)
.
(1) As the Group’s financial covenants are calculated in accordance with IFRS, unless otherwise indicated, the financial information in this section is presented in accordance with
IFRS. The Group also provides such information on a proportionate basis (see comparative table in Section 4.1.5.4). For definitions, refer to the Glossary. Unless otherwise
indicated, comparisons to ratios, debt outstanding, average cost of debt, the amount of undrawn credit lines and cash on hand relate to December 31, 2023.
(2) Net financial debt (or “net debt”) as shown on the Group’s balance sheet, after the impact of derivative instruments on debt raised in foreign currencies / total assets, including
transfer taxes (43.4% excluding transfer taxes).
(3) Excluding €720 Mn of goodwill not justified by fee business as per the Group’s European bank debt leverage covenants (€763Mn on a proportionate basis).
(4) Proforma for the receipt of the proceeds from the secured partial disposals of Westfield Forum des Halles and Trinity tower.
(5) On last 12-month basis.
(6) For more details, see Section 4.1.2 Investments and Divestments.
(7) Hybrid securities are accounted for as equity. The hybrid securities are deeply subordinated perpetual instruments with a coupon deferral option and are required to be
classified as equity under IFRS. Details on the outstanding hybrid securities are available at:https://www.urw.com/en/investors/financing-activity/bond-issues
(8) After impact of derivative instruments on debt raised in foreign currencies. Excluding financial leases accounted as debt under IFRS 16 and partners’ current account.
(9) The sum of: (i) IFRS debt, and (ii) the Group’s share of debt at joint ventures in joint control accounted for using the equity method under IFRS, most of which is secured by
assets held in joint ventures.
(10) Based on the following exchange rates as at December 31, 2024: EUR/USD 1.0389 and EUR/GBP 0.82918 vs. exchange rates as at December 31, 2023: EUR/USD 1.105 and
EUR/GBP 0.86905.
(11) Corresponds to unsecured debt issued by the Group, i.e. bonds (EMTN, Rule 144A and Reg S Bonds), bank debt (term loans and drawn credit facilities).
(12) Barring exceptional circumstances (change of control).
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Gross debt breakdown as at December 31, 2024
(1)
Breakdown by financing source
IFRS DEBT PROPORTIONATE DEBT
Breakdown by currency
IFRS DEBT PROPORTIONATE DEBT
(1) Figures may not add up due to rounding.
€25,336 Mn
€431 Mn
2%
€2,584 Mn
10%
€22,321 Mn
88%
€26,743 Mn
€3,992 Mn
15%
€430 Mn
2%
€22,321 Mn
83%
ETM & Bonds Mortgages Bank loans and overdraft
€25,336 Mn
€965 Mn
4%
€4,363 Mn
17%
€20,008 Mn
79%
€26,743 Mn
€1,417 Mn
5%
€4,850 Mn
18%
€20,475 Mn
77%
EUR GBD USD
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Funds Raised
Bond market
On September 4, 2024, the Group secured additional liquidity through
the successful issuance of a dual-tranche green bond of €1.3Bn, with
an average maturity of 7.5 years and an average coupon of 3.688%,
comprising:
• €650 Mn with a 5-year maturity and a 3.500% fixed coupon (i.e. Mid
swap +110 bps with zero new issue premium); and
• €650 Mn with a 10-year maturity and a 3.875% fixed coupon (i.e. Mid
swap +145 bps with zero new issue premium).
These conditions improved compared to the €750 Mn 7Y green bond
issued end of 2023 with a 4.125% coupon.
The bond received strong demand from investors, achieving an
oversubscription of 4 times and an order book of more than €5.2 Bn at
its peak, reflecting investors’ appetite for URW’s credit.
The bonds’ proceeds are used to (re)finance Eligible Green Assets in
accordance with the Group’s 2022 Green Financing Framework
(1)
. This
framework aligns with the Group’s sustainability strategy and its Better
Places roadmap
(2)
, aiming to create positive environmental and social
impacts.
Bank debt, credit facility and short-term paper
In 2024, the Group signed €2.7 Bn sustainability-linked credit facilities
with an average maturity of 4.9 years. Concurrently, the Group repaid
€500 Mn short-term loans put in place since the COVID period with a
remaining maturity of 2.6 years.
Furthermore, the Group extended, by 1 year the maturity of €946 Mn
existing European credit facilities under sustainability-linked format.
No short-term paper was issued in 2024 in view of the Group’s high
liquidity position.
Mortgage debt
During H1-2024, the Group refinanced €150 Mn maturing mortgage
debt on Pasing Arcaden (Germany) at a spread of Mid swap +110bps
and a 5-year maturity. This non-recourse mortgage debt has been
repaid in H2-2024 following the disposal of the asset in November 2024.
On July 22, the Group signed a 2-year extension of $350 Mn existing
CMBS on Westfield Montgomery (US) at a fixed rate of 3.766%. This
non-recourse mortgage debt is fully consolidated in URW’s accounts
following the acquisition of the remaining 50% stake from the JV
partner in early July.
In addition, in the context of the disposal of a 25% stake in Centrum
Černý Most (Czech Republic), the JV holding the asset signed in
December an up to €268 Mn 5-year non-recourse green mortgage loan,
that will be partly used to finance the ongoing shopping centre
extension. This was the largest syndicated commercial real estate loan
in the Czech market since 2023. The drawn debt is fully consolidated in
URW’s accounts.
Debt maturity as at December 31, 2024
The average maturity of the Group’s debt, considering the undrawn
credit lines
(3)
and cash on hand stood at 7.3 years and at 5.7 years
without taking into account the undrawn credit lines and cash on hand.
The following chart illustrates the split by maturity date of URW’s net debt as at December 31, 2024.
DEBT MATURITY PROFILE AS AT DECEMBER 31, 2024
(1) The 2022 Green Financing Framework is available under: https://cdn.urw.com/-/media/Corporate~o~Sites/Unibail-Rodamco-Corporate/Files/Homepage/INVESTORS/
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(2) The Better Places roadmap is available under: https://www.urw.com/2023-sustainability-investor-event
(3) Subject to covenants.
Less than 1 year 1–2 years 2–3 years 3–4 years 4–5 years More than 5 years
€ Bn
0
2
4
6
8
10
12
56%
43%
31%
12%
13%
13%
0%
14%
0%
6%
0%
12%
Withoutundrawncreditlinesa ndcashonhand Withundrawncreditlinesandcashonhand
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Liquidity needs
Overall, URW’s debt repayment needs for the next 12 months are fully
covered by the cash on hand as shown in the table below:
Debt repayment needs over next 12 months IFRS Proportionate
Bonds €3,016 Mn €3,016 Mn
Bank loans, Mortgage & overdraft €22 Mn €189 Mn
Total €3,038 Mn €3,206 Mn
Cash on hand
€5,289 Mn €5,440 Mn
Figures may not add up due to rounding.
In addition, as at December 31, 2024:
• The total amount of undrawn credit lines
(1)
was €8,590 Mn
(€8,060 Mn).
• The average residual maturity of these undrawn credit lines stands at
3.5 years. In January 2025, €2.35 Bn in credit lines were extended by
another year.
• The credit facilities maturing over the next 12 months amount to
€0.35 Bn. URW is considering opportunities to extend or renew part of
these maturing lines.
The Group’s liquidity (including cash on hand and undrawn credit
facilities) covers its debt maturities for more than the next 36 months.
Average cost of debt
The average cost of debt as at December 31, 2024, was 2.0% (1.8%),
representing the blended average cost of 1.4% for EUR denominated
debt and 4.6% for USD and GBP denominated debt.
The Group’s cost of debt slightly increased over 2024 due to a higher
marginal cost of funding from debt raised in 2023 and 2024, partly
compensated by the remuneration on the Group’s increased cash
position in 2024 and hedges in place.
4.1.5.2 Ratings
URW has a solicited rating from both Standard & Poor’s ("S&P") and
Moody’s. In 2024:
• Both rating agencies confirmed in February 2024 that the reinstated
distribution would have no impact on the Group’s rating;
• On May 28, 2024, S&P published a Full Analysis confirming the
“BBB+” long-term rating of the Group with “stable” outlook;
• S&P reaffirmed on September 23, 2024, the “BBB+” long-term rating
of the Group with “stable” outlook; and
• On October 15, 2024, Moody’s published a credit opinion confirming
the “Baa2” long-term rating of the Group with “stable” outlook.
The agencies’ latest rating confirmations included the impact of the
overruns associated with the Westfield Hamburg project.
On January 14, 2025, S&P published a bulletin indicating that the
Group’s disposals progress will support its credit metrics.
4.1.5.3 Market risk management
Market risks can generate losses resulting from fluctuations in interest
rates, exchange rates, raw material prices and share prices. URW’s risk
mainly relates to (i) interest rate fluctuations on the debt it has taken out
to finance its investments and maintain the cash position it requires and
(ii) exchange rate fluctuations due to the Group’s activities in countries
outside the Eurozone, in particular in the US and the UK.
Interest rate risk management
Over 2024, the Group continued to adjust its hedging position in view of
market conditions, its current disposal and investment plans, its
existing hedging programme and debt
(2)
as well as the debt the Group
expects to raise in the coming years.
The Group’s net interest rate position
(3)
is fully hedged for 2025, 2026
and 2027.
ANNUAL PROJECTION OF AVERAGE HEDGING AMOUNTS AND FIXED RATE DEBT UP TO 2029
(€ BN – AS AT DECEMBER 31, 2024)
(a) Including a total of €1,845 Mn hybrid instruments.
(1) Subject to covenants.
(2) On a proportionate basis.
(3) The hedging instruments are used to hedge (i) the variable rate debt and (ii) the fixed rate debt immediately converted into variable rate debt, through the Group’s macro
hedging.
Proportionate
Gross Debt
(a)
€28.6 Bn
Proportionate
Net Debt
€21.3 Bn
€0 Bn
€5 Bn
€10 Bn
€15 Bn
€20 Bn
€25 Bn
€30 Bn
€35 Bn
2025 2026 2027
2028 2029
Debt kept at fixed rate Macro hedges (swaps & caps) Optional
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Measuring rate exposure
Over 2024, short-term interest rates across currencies moved by: -120 bps for 3M Euribor, -102 bps for 3M SOFR and -58bps for 3M Sonia.
Based on the Group’s budgeted debt in 2025, if interest rates
(1)
(Euribor, SOFR, Sonia) were to increase/decrease, the Group’s recurring result in 2025
would be impacted by:
Euros USD GBP Total eq. EUR
-50 bps interest rate €0.0 Mn +$4.7 Mn £0.0 Mn +€4.5 Mn
-25 bps interest rate €0.0 Mn +$2.3 Mn £0.0 Mn +€2.3 Mn
+25 bps interest rate +€11.1 Mn ($2.3 Mn) £0.0 Mn +€8.9 Mn
+50 bps interest rate +€23.2 Mn ($4.7 Mn) £0.0 Mn +€18.7 Mn
As shown in the table above, the impact of a rate increase on the recurring financial expenses would be positive as the hedging instruments in place in
2025 are expected to be above budgeted debt.
Foreign exchange risk management
The Group is active in countries outside the Eurozone. When converted into euros, the income and value of the Group’s investments may be impacted
by fluctuations in exchange rates against the euro. The Group’s policy objective is to apply a broadly consistent LTV
(2)
by currency, allowing it to match
part of the foreign currency asset value and income with debt and financial expenses in the same currency, thus reducing the exchange rate effects
on the Group’s balance sheet and earnings. Foreign exchange risk can be hedged by either matching investments in a specific currency with debt in
the same currency or using derivatives to achieve the same risk management goal.
IFRS – (Mn*)
Euros
(a)
USD GBP Total eq. EUR
Assets
(b)
35,107 10,214 2,596 48,069
Net Financial Debt 16,149 3,232 653 20,047
IFRS LTV
46.0% 31.6% 25.2% 41.7%
* In local currencies; figures may not add up due to rounding.
(a) Including SEK.
(b) Including transfer taxes and excluding €720Mn of goodwill not justified by fee business.
Proportionate – (Mn*)
Euros
(a)
USD GBP Total eq. EUR
Assets
(b)
35,677 10,806 3,011 49,711
Net Financial Debt 16,549 3,690 996 21,302
Proportionate LTV
(c)
46.4% 34.1% 33.1% 42.9%
* In local currencies; figures may not add up due to rounding.
(a) Including SEK.
(b) Including transfer taxes and excluding €763 Mn of goodwill not justified by fee business.
(c) 44.8% excluding transfer taxes.
The Group’s FX main exposures are in USD, GBP and SEK. A change of 10% of EUR/USD, EUR/GBP or EUR/SEK (i.e. a +10% increase of EUR against
the USD, GBP or SEK in 2025) would have an impact on shareholders’ equity and on the recurring net result as follows:
€ Mn
Impact on
Shareholder's
Equity
Recurring Net
Result
+10% in EUR/USD (432.5) (27.9)
+10% in EUR/GBP (152.4) (15.8)
+10% in EUR/SEK (174.2) (8.1)
The impact on the recurring net result would be partly offset by the FX hedging that the Group has put in place against EUR/USD, EUR/GBP, EUR/SEK
fluctuations.
(1) The theoretical impact of an increase/decrease in interest rates is calculated relative to the 1-year forward interest rates as at December 31, 2024: 3M Euribor (2.2304%), 3M
SOFR (4.1508%) and 3M Sonia (4.3595%). The impact on exchange rates due to this theoretical increase/decrease in interest rates is not taken into account.
(2) On a proportionate basis.
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4.1.5.4 Financial structure
Financial ratios – IFRS
2024
2023
Net debt €20,047 Mn €19,967 Mn
GMV €48,069 Mn €47,796 Mn
LTV 41.7% 41.8%
ICR 4.2x 4.2x
Net debt/EBITDA
(a)
8.7x 9.3x
FFO/Net debt
8.3% 7.8%
(a) On a last 12-month basis.
Financial ratios – Proportionate
2024
2023
Net debt €21,302 Mn €21,378 Mn
GMV €49,711 Mn €49,574 Mn
LTV 42.9% 43.1%
ICR 3.9x 3.9x
Net debt/EBITDA
(a)
9.1x 9.7x
FFO/Net debt
7.8% 7.3%
(a) On a last 12-month basis.
LTV evolution
• The LTV ratio
(1)
slightly decreased supported by the disposals
completed in 2024 and the GMV slight improvement despite
valuation decrease of Westfield Hamburg project.
• Proforma for the receipt of the proceeds from the additional disposal
secured
(2)
, the LTV would stand at 40.8% on an IFRS basis and 42.0%
on a proportionate basis, well below 2023 level.
• Including the hybrid, the proforma LTV would be respectively 44.7%
and 45.7% on an IFRS and proportionate basis.
• As a reminder, the Group discloses its LTV ratio (i) on an IFRS basis in
accordance with its European financial covenants requirements and
(ii) on a proportionate basis as followed by some credit rating
agencies.
• In compliance with the EPRA
(3)
Best Practices Recommendations
guidelines
(4)
, the Group also calculated the EPRA LTV, which stood at
53.8% on December 31, 2024 (vs. 54.4% on December 31, 2023), as a
result of the inclusion of hybrid and minority interests’ treatment
(5)
. It
benefitted from the positive impact of the issuance of URW shares
against the acquisition from CPP Investments of a 38.9% stake in
URW Germany. Proforma for the disposals secured, the EPRA LTV
was 53.1%.
Net debt/EBITDA evolution
• The Net debt/EBITDA improvement from 9.3x to 8.7x in 2024, takes
into account the operating performance of the Group and an overall
stable debt. It would be 9.5x including the hybrids.
ICR evolution
• ICR remained stable in 2024 at 4.2x (3.9x on a proportionate basis),
supported by increasing like-for-like EBITDA partly offset by slightly
higher cost of debt over 2024.
FFO/Net debt evolution
• FFO/Net debt improved in 2024 from 7.8% to 8.3%, supported by the
operating performance of the Group in 2024.
Financial covenants – summary
Corporate debt and credit facilities
The Group’s corporate debt
(6)
covenants levels and corresponding
current ratios are set at:
Dec. 31, 2024
Europe Credit
facility covenants
level
Rule 144A and
Reg S Bonds
(b)
covenants level
LTV
(a)
41.7% < 60% < 65%
ICR 4.2x > 2x > 1.5x
FFO/NFD 8.3% > 4% n/a
Secured debt ratio 5.0% n/a < 45%
Unencumbered
leverage ratio
1.9x n/a > 1.25x
(a) Ratio calculated based on European bank debt covenant.
(b) Corresponding to $3.0 Bn of Rule 144A Bonds and £0.8 Bn of Reg S Bonds.
These covenants are tested twice a year based on the Group’s IFRS
financial statements. As at December 31, 2024, 100% of the Group’s
credit facilities and loans:
• Allow an LTV of up to 60% for the Group or the borrowing entity, as
the case may be;
• Require an ICR > 2x for the Group or the borrowing entity, as the case
may be;
• Include an FFO/NFD covenant. These require an FFO/NFD above 4%
for the Group or the borrowing entity, as the case may be.
Secured debt non-recourse
The non-recourse mortgage debt raised by certain entities of the Group
includes financial covenants:
Covenant level
range
% of non-recourse
mortgage incl. this
feature in such
covenant
Debt Yield covenants 5%–7% 20%
Debt to Rent 8.9x 2%
ICR covenants 1.3x–2.5x 31%
LTV covenants 55%–75% 51%
• Any breach under these covenants would not lead to a cross-default
on the Group’s borrowings.
• In any case, defaults under these loans are not expected to have a
material adverse effect on the Group’s finances.
(1) Excluding goodwill not justified by fee businesses as per the Group’s European leverage covenants (€720 Mn on an IFRS basis and €763 Mn on a proportionate basis).
(2) i.e. the partial disposals of Westfield Forum des Halles and Trinity tower.
(3) EPRA: European Public Real Estate Association.
(4) See www.epra.com.
(5) See Section 4.1.6 EPRA Performance measures for more details.
(6) Corresponds to unsecured debt issued by the Group, i.e. bonds (EMTN, Rule 144A and Reg S Bonds), bank debt (term loans and drawn credit facilities).
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Short-term debt
There are no financial covenants (such as loan-to-value or interest coverage ratios) in the Neu MTN, the Neu CP and the ECP programmes of URW.
4.1.5.5 LTV reconciliation with the Balance Sheet (B/S)
A) Under IFRS
(€ Mn)
Dec. 31, 2024
IFRS
June 30, 2024
IFRS
Dec. 31, 2023
IFRS
Amounts accounted for in B/S 46,618.9 46,495.7 46,290.8
Investment properties at fair value 36,708.8 36,890.5 36,912.8
Investment properties at cost 402.8 406.3 405.4
Shares and investments in companies accounted for using the equity method 7,019.5 6,833.5 6,980.3
Other tangible assets 114.4 105.0 113.0
Goodwill 806.0 811.1 845.2
Intangible assets 840.2 853.5 829.6
Properties or shares held for sale 727.2 595.8 204.5
Adjustments 1,450.1 1,483.5 1,504.7
Transfer taxes 1,857.8 1,843.3 1,819.6
Goodwill not justified by fee business
(a)
(720.5) (720.5) (725.9)
Revaluation intangible and operating assets 1,117.7 1,179.9 1,200.8
IFRS adjustments, including: (805.0) (819.2) (789.8)
Financial leases (979.3) (1,022.0) (977.0)
Other 174.3 202.8 187.2
Total assets, including Transfer Taxes (=A) 48,069.0 47,979.2 47,795.5
Total assets, excluding Transfer Taxes (=B) 46,211.2 46,135.9 45,975.9
Amounts accounted for in B/S
Non-current bonds and borrowings 23,419.1 23,044.0 25,082.6
Current borrowings and amounts due to credit institutions 3,161.5 3,371.3 1,835.5
Liabilities directly associated with properties or shares classified as held for sale
(b)
0.0 0.0 0.0
Total financial liabilities 26,580.5 26,415.3 26,918.1
Adjustments
Mark-to-market of debt 1.2 (1.7) (0.8)
Current accounts with non-controlling interests (1,120.4) (1,372.3) (1,354.9)
Impact of derivative instruments on debt raised in foreign currency (48.3) (35.7) (24.6)
Accrued interest/issue fees (76.6) (6.7) (68.9)
Total financial liabilities (nominal value) 25,336.4 24,998.9 25,468.8
Cash & cash equivalents (5,288.9) (4,620.2) (5,502.3)
Net financial debt (=C) 20,047.4 20,378.7 19,966.5
LTV ratio including Transfer Taxes (=C/A) 41.7% 42.5% 41.8%
LTV ratio excluding Transfer Taxes (=C/B)
43.4% 44.2% 43.4%
Figures may not add up due to rounding.
(a) Adjustment of goodwill according to bank covenants.
(b) Only include the financial debt classified as held for sale.
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B) On a proportionate basis
(€ Mn)
Dec. 31, 2024
Proportionate
June 30, 2024
Proportionate
Dec. 31, 2023
Proportionate
Amounts accounted for in B/S 47,994.3 48,055.2 47,838.7
Investment properties at fair value 43,772.0 43,852.5 44,056.0
Investment properties at cost 450.4 453.2 454.9
Shares and investments in companies accounted for using the equity method 1,239.0 1,281.9 1,239.3
Other tangible assets 117.3 107.8 115.8
Goodwill 848.2 859.1 893.3
Intangible assets 840.2 853.5 829.5
Properties or shares held for sale 727.2 647.2 249.9
Adjustments 1,716.3 1,721.5 1,734.9
Transfer taxes 2,111.1 2,088.2 2,052.1
Goodwill not justified by fee business
(a)
(762.7) (773.4) (778.8)
Revaluation intangible and operating assets 1,114.8 1,177.1 1,198.1
IFRS adjustments, including: (746.9) (770.4) (736.4)
Financial leases (981.6) (1,024.1) (979.2)
Other 234.7 253.7 242.8
Total assets, including Transfer Taxes (=A) 49,710.6 49,776.7 49,573.5
Total assets, excluding Transfer Taxes (=B) 47,599.5 47,688.5 47,521.5
Amounts accounted for in B/S
Non current bonds and borrowings 24,657.5 24,313.2 26,440.2
Current borrowings and amounts due to credit institutions 3,331.2 3,649.2 1,992.9
Liabilities directly associated with properties or shares classified as held for sale
(b)
0.0 31.9 30.6
Total financial liabilities 27,988.6 27,994.3 28,463.7
Adjustments
Mark-to-market of debt 1.3 (1.3) 0.2
Current accounts with non-controlling interests (1,120.4) (1,372.3) (1,354.9)
Impact of derivative instruments on debt raised in foreign currency (48.3) (35.7) (24.6)
Accrued interest/issue fees (78.6) (7.3) (70.0)
Total financial liabilities (nominal value) 26,742.6 26,577.8 27,014.4
Cash & cash equivalents (5,440.1) (4,777.7) (5,636.5)
Net financial debt (=C) 21,302.4 21,800.1 21,378.0
LTV ratio including Transfer Taxes (=C/A) 42.9% 43.8% 43.1%
LTV ratio excluding Transfer Taxes (=C/B)
44.8% 45.7% 45.0%
Figures may not add up due to rounding.
(a) Adjustment of goodwill according to bank covenants.
(b) Only include the financial debt classified as held for sale.
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4.1.6 EPRA Performance measures
In compliance with the EPRA
(1)
Best Practices Recommendations
(2)
, URW summarises the Key Performance measures of 2024 and 2023 below.
4.1.6.1 EPRA earnings
EPRA earnings are defined as “recurring earnings from core operational activities” and are equal to the Group’s definition of recurring earnings.
A) Synthesis
2024
2023
EPRA Earnings € Mn 1,472.5 1,408.9
EPRA Earnings per share €/share 10.56 10.14
Growth EPRA Earnings per share % 4.1% 5.0%
B) Bridge between Earnings per IFRS Statement of income and EPRA Recurring Earnings
Recurring Earnings per share (€Mn)
2024
2023
Net Result of the period attributable to the holders of the Stapled Shares 146.2 (1,629.1)
Adjustments to calculate EPRA Recurring Earnings, exclude:
(i) Changes in value of investment properties, development properties held for investment and other interests (1,078.3) (2,246.0)
(ii) Profits or losses on disposal of investment properties, development properties held for investment and other interests (8.6) (10.3)
(iii) Profits or losses on sales of trading properties including impairment charges in respect of trading properties – –
(iv) Tax on profits or losses on disposals – –
(v) Impairment of goodwill (39.2) (234.0)
(vi) Changes in fair value of financial instruments and associated close-out costs 63.7 (369.2)
(vii) Acquisition and other costs on share deals and non-controlling joint venture interests (12.7) (8.9)
(viii)Deferred tax in respect of EPRA adjustments (17.8) 70.3
(ix) Adjustments (i) to (viii) above in respect of joint ventures (unless already included under proportional consolidation) (329.9) (566.2)
(x) External non-controlling interests in respect of the above 96.5 326.3
EPRA Recurring Earnings 1,472.5 1,408.9
Average number of shares 139,497,322 138,965,717
EPRA Recurring Earnings per Share €10.56 €10.14
EPRA Recurring Earnings per Share growth
4.1% 5.0%
Figures may not add up due to rounding.
(1) EPRA: European Public Real Estate Association.
(2) Best Practices Recommendations. See www.epra.com
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4.1.6.2 EPRA NRV, NTA and NDV
For a more detailed description of the EPRA NRV, NTA and NDV new metrics, please see the Section 4.1.4.
A) Synthesis
Dec. 31, 2024
Dec. 31, 2023 Change
EPRA NRV €/share 143.80 146.70 (2.0%)
EPRA NTA €/share 111.00 112.30 (1.2%)
EPRA NDV €/share 116.90 121.90 (4.1%)
B) Detailed calculation as at December 31, 2024
(€ Mn)
Dec. 31, 2024
EPRA NRV EPRA NTA EPRA NDV
Equity attributable to the holders of the Stapled Shares (IFRS) 15,850 15,850 15,850
Include/Exclude*:
i) Hybrid instruments 134 134 134
Diluted NAV 15,984 15,984 15,984
Include*:
ii.a) Revaluation of IP (if IAS 40 cost option is used) 0 0 0
ii.b) Revaluation of IPUC
(a)
(if IAS 40 cost option is used) 0 0 0
ii.c) Revaluation of other non-current investments
(b)
0 0 0
iii) Revaluation of tenant leases held as finance leases
(c)
0 0 0
iv) Revaluation of trading properties
(d)
0 0 0
Diluted NAV at Fair Value 15,984 15,984 15,984
Exclude*:
v) Deferred tax in relation to fair value gains of IP
(e)
detailed below:
v.a) Reversal of deferred taxes on Balance sheet 1,958 1,958 –
v.b) Effective deferred taxes on capital gains – (979) –
vi) Fair value of financial instruments 374 374 –
vii) Goodwill as a result of deferred tax (175) (175) (175)
viii.a) Goodwill as per the IFRS balance sheet (net of vii)) – (631) (631)
viii.b) Intangibles as per the IFRS balance sheet – (792) –
Include*:
ix) Fair value of fixed interest rate debt – – 1,910
x) Revaluation of intangibles to fair value 1,024 – –
xi) Real estate transfer tax
(f)
1,855 485 –
NAV 21,020 16,225 17,088
Fully diluted number of shares 146,139,350 146,139,350 146,139,350
NAV per share
€143.80 €111.00 €116.90
Figures may not add up due to rounding.
(a) Difference between development property held on the balance sheet at cost and fair value of that development property.
(b) Revaluation of intangibles are presented under adjustment (x). Revaluation of Intangibles to fair value is not under this line item.
(c) Difference between finance lease receivables held on the balance sheet at amortised cost and the fair value of those finance lease receivables.
(d) Difference between trading properties held on the balance sheet at cost (IAS 2) and the fair value of those trading properties.
(e) Deferred tax adjustment for NTA calculated in line with the EPRA guidelines.
(f) Real estate transfer taxes were adjusted in accordance with the EPRA guidelines.
* “Include” indicates that an asset (whether on or off balance sheet) should be added to the shareholders' equity, whereas a liability should be deducted.
* “Exclude” indicates that an asset (part of the balance sheet) is reversed, whereas a liability (part of the balance sheet) is added back.
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C) Detailed calculation as at December 31, 2023
(€ Mn)
Dec. 31, 2023
EPRA NRV EPRA NTA EPRA NDV
Equity attributable to the holders of the Stapled Shares (IFRS) 15,386 15,386 15,386
Include/Exclude*:
i) Hybrid instruments 26 26 26
Diluted NAV 15,412 15,412 15,412
Include*:
ii.a) Revaluation of IP (if IAS 40 cost option is used) 0 0 0
ii.b) Revaluation of IPUC
(a)
(if IAS 40 cost option is used) 0 0 0
ii.c) Revaluation of other non-current investments
(b)
0 0 0
iii) Revaluation of tenant leases held as finance leases
(c)
0 0 0
iv) Revaluation of trading properties
(d)
0 0 0
Diluted NAV at Fair Value 15,412 15,412 15,412
Exclude*:
v) Deferred tax in relation to fair value gains of IP
(e)
detailed below:
v.a) Reversal of deferred taxes on Balance sheet 1,851 1,851 –
v.b) Effective deferred taxes on capital gains – (925) –
vi) Fair value of financial instruments 614 614 –
vii) Goodwill as a result of deferred tax (175) (175) (175)
viii.a) Goodwill as per the IFRS balance sheet (net of vii)) – (670) (670)
viii.b) Intangibles as per the IFRS balance sheet – (783) –
Include*:
ix) Fair value of fixed interest rate debt – – 2,549
x) Revaluation of intangibles to fair value 1,097 – –
xi) Real estate transfer tax
(f)
1,795 450 –
NAV 20,594 15,773 17,116
Fully diluted number of shares 140,408,752 140,408,752 140,408,752
NAV per share
€146.70 €112.30 €121.90
Figures may not add up due to rounding.
(a) Difference between development property held on the balance sheet at cost and fair value of that development property.
(b) Revaluation of intangibles are presented under adjustment (x). Revaluation of Intangibles to fair value is not under this line item.
(c) Difference between finance lease receivables held on the balance sheet at amortised cost and the fair value of those finance lease receivables.
(d) Difference between trading properties held on the balance sheet at cost (IAS 2) and the fair value of those trading properties.
(e) Deferred tax adjustment for NTA calculated in line with the EPRA guidelines.
(f) Real estate transfer taxes were adjusted in accordance with the EPRA guidelines.
* “Include” indicates that an asset (whether on or off balance sheet) should be added to the shareholders' equity, whereas a liability should be deducted.
* “Exclude” indicates that an asset (part of the balance sheet) is reversed, whereas a liability (part of the balance sheet) is added back.
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4.1.6.3 EPRA Net Initial Yields
The following table provides the Group yields according to the EPRA Net Initial Yield definitions per segment for URW’s Net Initial Yields (on a
proportionate basis):
A) Synthesis
Dec. 31, 2024
Dec. 31, 2023
Shopping
Centres
(c)
Offices &
Others
(c)
Shopping
Centres
(c)
Offices
& Others
(c)
Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield yields 5.4% 6.8% 5.3% 5.9%
Effect of vacant units (0.5%) (0.6%)
Effect of EPRA adjustments on NRI 0.1% 0.0% 0.1% 0.0%
Effect of estimated transfer taxes and transaction costs (0.2%) (0.2%) (0.2%) (0.2%)
EPRA topped-up yields
(a)
5.3% 6.1% 5.2% 5.2%
Effect of lease incentives (0.2%) (1.5%) (0.2%) (1.0%)
EPRA Net Initial Yields
(b)
5.1% 4.6% 5.0% 4.2%
Figures may not add up due to rounding.
(a) EPRA topped-up NIY: EPRA NIY adjusted in respect of the expiration of rent-free periods (or other unexpired lease incentives such as discounted rent periods and step rents).
(b) EPRA NIY: annualised rental income based on the cash rents passing at the balance sheet date, less non-recoverable property operating expenses, divided by the GMV of the
portfolio.
(c) Assets under development or not controlled by URW, the Westfield trademark and the airport activities are not included in the calculation.
B) Detailed calculation
Dec. 31, 2024
Dec. 31, 2023
Shopping
Centres
(a)
Offices &
Others
(a)
Shopping
Centres
(a)
Offices
& Others
(a)
EPRA topped-up NRI (=A) € Mn 2,136 110 2,073 98
Valuation including transfer taxes (=B) € Mn 40,460 1,798 39,703 1,877
EPRA topped-up yields (=A/B) % 5.3% 6.1% 5.2% 5.2%
EPRA NRI (=C) € Mn 2,054 83 1,982 78
Valuation including transfer taxes (=B) € Mn 40,460 1,798 39,703 1,877
EPRA Net Initial Yields (=C/B)
% 5.1% 4.6% 5.0% 4.2%
(a) Assets under development or not controlled by URW, the Westfield trademark and the airport activities are not included in the calculation.
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4.1.6.4 EPRA LTV
A) Detailed calculation as at December 31, 2024
As at December 31, 2024
EPRA LTV Metric (€ Mn)
Proportionate Consolidation
Group IFRS as
reported Share of JV
Share of
material
associates
(a)
Non-controlling
Interest
(b)
Combined
Include:
Bonds 22,321 0 0 0 22,321
Hybrids 1,845 0 0 0 1,845
Borrowings from financial institutions 3,015 1,406 519 (465) 4,476
Commercial paper 0 0 0 0 0
Net payables 276 10 0 34 320
Gross debt 27,457 1,416 519 (431) 28,962
Exclude:
Cash and cash equivalent 5,289 151 142 (103) 5,479
Net debt (=A) 22,168 1,265 378 (328) 23,482
Include:
Investment properties at fair value 36,709 7,063 1,803 (5,285) 40,291
Properties under development 403 48 0 (69) 382
Shares and investments in companies accounted for using the equity
method 7,020 (5,780) (1,215) 0 24
Properties held for sale/Inventories 745 29 0 0 774
Intangibles 2,029 0 0 (231) 1,798
Goodwill 86 0 0 0 86
Financial assets 160 0 0 174 334
Total property Value (=B) 47,151 1,360 589 (5,411) 43,688
LTV ratio (=A/B) 47.0% 53.8%
Transfer taxes (=C) 1,858 256 72 (328) 1,857
LTV ratio including Transfer Taxes (=A/(B+C))
45.2% 51.6%
Figures may not add up due to rounding.
(a) Corresponds to the share of Crossroads, Złote Tarasy and Triangle project.
(b) Corresponds to the minority stake into the fully consolidated entities.
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B) Detailed calculation as at December 31, 2023
As at December 31, 2023
EPRA LTV Metric (€ Mn)
Group IFRS as
reported
Proportionate Consolidation
CombinedShare of JV
Share of material
associates
(a)
Non-controlling
Interest
(b)
Include:
Bonds 22,403 0 0 0 22,403
Hybrids 1,845 0 0 0 1,845
Borrowings from financial institutions 3,066 1,545 500 (512) 4,600
Commercial paper 0 0 0 0 0
Net payables 163 39 0 0 202
Gross debt 27,476 1,585 500 (512) 29,049
Exclude:
Cash and cash equivalent 5,502 134 132 (191) 5,577
Net debt (=A) 21,974 1,451 369 (321) 23,472
Include:
Investment properties at fair value 36,913 7,143 1,748 (5,644) 40,160
Properties under development 405 49 0 (88) 367
Shares and investments in companies accounted for using the equity
method 6,980 (5,741) (1,214) 0 25
Properties held for sale/Inventories 240 74 0 0 313
Intangibles 2,086 0 0 (283) 1,803
Goodwill 119 0 0 0 119
Financial assets 151 0 0 174 326
Total property value (=B) 46,895 1,526 533 (5,841) 43,113
LTV ratio (=A/B) 46.9% 54.4%
Transfer taxes (=C) 1,820 232 71 (328) 1,795
LTV ratio including transfer taxes (=A/(B+C))
45.1% 52.3%
Figures may not add up due to rounding.
(a) Corresponds to the share of Crossroads, Złote Tarasy and Triangle project.
(b) Corresponds to the minority stake into the fully consolidated entities.
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4.1.6.5 EPRA Vacancy rate
The EPRA vacancy rate is defined as the ERV of vacant spaces divided by the ERV of total space (let plus vacant).
A) Synthesis
EPRA Vacancy Rate – Total URW (€ Mn)
Dec. 31, 2024
June 30, 2024 Dec. 31, 2023
Estimated Rental Value of vacant space (A) 155.7 174.0 168.1
Estimated Rental Value of the whole portfolio (B) 2,964.4 3,023.0 2,945.1
EPRA Vacancy rate (A/B) 5.3% 5.8% 5.7%
B) Detail per region
EPRA vacancy rate – per region
Dec. 31, 2024
June 30, 2024 Dec. 31, 2023
Shopping Centres
France 4.0% 4.0% 3.8%
Spain 1.8% 1.4% 1.5%
Southern Europe 3.4% 3.3% 3.2%
Central Europe 1.4% 1.5% 1.5%
Austria 1.9% 3.3% 2.6%
Germany 3.8% 4.5% 3.6%
Central and Eastern Europe 2.2% 2.8% 2.5%
Nordics 5.7% 7.2% 6.9%
The Netherlands 4.2% 4.9% 3.5%
Northern Europe 5.0% 6.2% 5.3%
Subtotal Shopping Centres – Continental Europe 3.2% 3.5% 3.2%
UK 5.8% 6.4% 6.9%
Subtotal Shopping Centres – Europe 3.6% 4.0% 3.8%
US Flagships 6.2% 7.4% 7.3%
US Regionals 7.5% 9.7% 10.1%
US CBD 23.6% 23.5% 21.4%
Subtotal Shopping Centres – US 7.2% 8.6% 8.5%
Total Shopping Centres 4.8% 5.5% 5.4%
Offices & Others
France 11.5% 4.8% 10.3%
Other Countries 15.2% 15.4% 17.2%
Subtotal Offices & Others – Continental Europe 11.7% 6.2% 11.1%
US 50.1% 44.0% 38.5%
Total Offices & Others 16.8% 12.8% 15.7%
Total URW 5.3% 5.8% 5.7%
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4.1.6.6 EPRA Cost ratios
EPRA references (€ Mn)
Proportionate
2024
2023
Include:
(i-1) Administrative expenses (202.8) (231.3)
(i-2) Development expenses (4.9) (4.7)
(i-3) Operating expenses (409.8) (438.0)
(ii) Net service charge costs/fees (71.4) (83.0)
(iii) Management fees less actual/estimated profit element 0.0 0.0
(iv) Other operating income/recharges intended to cover overhead expenses 0.0 0.0
(v) Share of Joint Ventures expenses (14.2) (12.3)
Exclude (if part of the above):
(vi) Investment Property Depreciation 0.0 0.0
(vii) Ground rents costs 0.0 0.0
(viii) Service charge costs recovered through rents but not separately invoiced 226.1 253.2
EPRA Costs (including direct vacancy costs) (A) (477.1) (516.2)
(ix) Direct vacancy costs (71.4) (83.0)
EPRA Costs (excluding direct vacancy costs) (B) (405.7) (433.2)
(x) Gross Rental Income (GRI) less ground rents 2,657.0 2,635.7
(xi) Less: service fee and service charge costs component of GRI (if relevant) (226.1) (253.2)
(xii) Add Share of Joint Ventures (Gross Rental Income less ground rents) 115.5 109.8
Gross Rental Income (C) 2,546.3 2,492.3
EPRA Cost Ratio (including direct vacancy costs) (A/C) 18.7% 20.7%
EPRA Cost Ratio (excluding direct vacancy costs) (B/C) 15.9% 17.4%
Figures may not add up due to rounding.
Note: The calculation is based on the EPRA recommendations and is applied on Shopping Centres and Offices & Others sectors.
4.1.6.7 Capital Expenditure
(€ Mn)
Proportionate
2024
2023
100% Group share
100% Group share
Acquisitions
(a)
4.2 2.6 21.5 15.7
Development
(b)
920.7 899.6 759.2 727.6
Like-for-like portfolio
(c)
426.1 381.2 467.9 414.9
Other
(d)
98.1 92.4 119.7 111.0
Total Capital Expenditure 1,449.0 1,375.8 1,368.2 1,269.1
Conversion from accruals to cash basis (77.6) (86.2) (106.4) (97.4)
Total Capital Expenditure on cash basis
1,371.5 1,289.5 1,261.9 1,171.8
Figures may not add up due to rounding.
(a) In 2024, includes mainly acquisitions in Spain.
(b) In 2024, includes mainly the capital expenditures related to investments in Fisketorvet, CNIT Eole, Centrum Černý Most and Lightwell redevelopments and extensions
projects as well as to the Coppermaker Square, Westfield Hamburg-Überseequartier and Westfield Milano new development projects.
(c) In 2024, includes mainly the capital expenditures related to Westfield Old Orchard, Westfield London, Croydon and Westfield Topanga. Capital expenditure on the like-for-like
portfolio includes capital expenditure spent on extension and works on standing assets or refurbishments recently delivered. In 2024, URW spent €94.4Mn on replacement
Capex, Group share.
(d) In 2024, includes eviction costs and tenant incentives, external letting fees, capitalised interest relating to projects and other capitalised expenses of -€5.4 Mn, €11.4 Mn,
€74.1 Mn and €12.4 Mn, respectively (amounts in Group share).
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4.2 Other information
4.2.1 Group consolidated data
Leasing activity
(1)
– Shopping Centres
Region
Lettings/relettings/renewals excluding Pipeline
Number of
leases signed sqm
MGR
(€ Mn)
MGR uplift
MGR uplift on deals above
3 years firm duration
€ Mn % € Mn %
Continental Europe 1,300 476,143 253.5 7.6 3.5% 10.2 5.7%
UK 178 97,122 63.4 4.2 9.0% 3.6 8.9%
Total Europe 1,478 573,265 316.9 11.8 4.5% 13.8 6.3%
US 645 220,109 148.0 12.2 11.7% 16.8 29.9%
Total URW
2,123 793,374 464.9 24.0 6.5% 30.6 11.1%
Figures may not add up due to rounding.
Region
Lettings/relettings/renewals excluding Pipeline
MGR signed on deals above
3 years firm duration (€ Mn)
MGR signed on deals below or equal
3 years firm duration (€ Mn)
2024
2023
2024
2023
Continental Europe 214.3 180.8 39.2 40.1
UK 55.7 52.9 7.7 11.6
Total Europe 270.0 233.7 46.9 51.7
US 101.6 115.5 46.4 42.8
Total URW
371.6 349.3 93.3 94.5
Figures may not add up due to rounding.
Net Rental Income by segment
Segment
Net Rental Income (€ Mn)
2024
2023 Change (%)
Like-for like
change (%)
Shopping Centres 2,073.3 2,030.9 2.1% 5.8%
(a)
Offices & Others 102.4 83.8 22.3% 14.4%
Convention & Exhibition 138.6 95.4 45.3% 21.3%
(b)
Total URW
2,314.4 2,210.1 4.7% 6.7%
(c)
Figures may not add up due to rounding.
(a) Excluding airports, US Regionals and CBD asset.
(b) Excluding triennial shows, impact of the Olympics and recent deliveries.
(c) Excluding airports, US Regionals and CBD asset, and, for C&E, triennial shows, impact of the Olympics and recent deliveries.
(1) 2023 figures are restated for disposed assets.
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Net Rental Income – Shopping Centres
Region
Net Rental Income (€ Mn)
2024
2023 Change (%)
Continental Europe 1,428.2 1,361.2 4.9%
UK 137.9 134.4 2.6%
Total Europe 1,566.0 1,495.6 4.7%
US including Airports 507.3 535.3 (5.2%)
Total URW including Airports
2,073.4 2,030.9 2.1%
Figures may not add up due to rounding.
Region
Like-for-like
Net Rental Income (€ Mn)
2024
2023 Change (%)
Continental Europe 1,338.9 1,263.1 6.0%
UK 137.7 126.6 8.7%
Total Europe 1,476.6 1,389.7 6.3%
US Flagships 385.0 370.4 4.0%
Total URW excluding Airports
1,861.6 1,760.1 5.8%
Figures may not add up due to rounding.
Region
Like-for-like Net Rental Income evolution (%)
Indexation
Renewals,
relettings net of
departures
Sales Based Rent Doubtful debtors Other Total
Continental Europe 3.0% 0.4% 0.7% 1.4% 0.6% 6.0%
UK 0.0% 4.1% (1.5%) 0.3% 5.9% 8.7%
Total Europe 2.7% 0.7% 0.5% 1.3% 1.1% 6.3%
US Flagships 0.0% 8.8% (3.1%) (1.4%) (0.3%) 4.0%
Total URW excluding Airports
2.1% 2.4% (0.3%) 0.7% 0.8% 5.8%
Figures may not add up due to rounding.
Sales Based Rents
Region
Sales Based Rents (€ Mn)
2024
2023 %
Continental Europe 57.6 54.0 6.6%
UK 11.7 10.9 7.5%
Total Europe 69.3 64.9 6.8%
US excluding Airports 34.7 50.8 (31.7%)
Total URW excluding Airports
104.0 115.7
(10.1%)
Figures may not add up due to rounding.
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Retail Media & other income
Region
Retail Media & other income (€ Mn)
2024
2023 %
Continental Europe 66.9 48.3 38.7%
UK 17.8 15.4 15.7%
Total Europe 84.7 63.7 33.1%
US 53.4 57.7 (7.4%)
Total URW 138.1 121.3 13.9%
Figures may not add up due to rounding.
Net Rental Income – Offices & Others
Region
Net Rental Income (€ Mn)
2024
2023 Change (%)
Like-for like
change (%)
France 80.9 65.8 22.9% 18.0%
Other countries 20.2 14.4 39.8% 12.3%
Total Europe 101.0 80.2 26.0% 17.0%
US 1.4 3.6 (60.3%) (47.9%)
Total URW 102.4 83.8 22.3% 14.4%
Figures may not add up due to rounding.
Vacancy – Shopping Centres
Region
Vacancy
Dec. 31, 2024
June 30, 2024 Dec. 31, 2023
€ Mn %
% %
Continental Europe 52.8 3.2% 3.5% 3.2%
UK 16.9 5.8% 6.4% 6.9%
Total Europe 69.7 3.6% 4.0% 3.8%
US 68.0 7.2% 8.6% 8.5%
Total URW 137.6 4.8% 5.5% 5.4%
Figures may not add up due to rounding.
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Lease expiry schedule
Total URW (Shopping Centres and Offices & Others)
Lease expiry schedule
MGR at date of
next break option
(€ Mn)
As a % of total
MGR at expiry date
(€ Mn)
As a % of total
Expired 64.3 3.1% 64.3 3.1%
2025 344.2 16.5% 240.3 11.5%
2026 358.2 17.1% 209.4 10.0%
2027 318.4 15.2% 253.5 12.1%
2028 274.8 13.1% 222.3 10.6%
2029 211.7 10.1% 201.2 9.6%
2030 146.6 7.0% 160.2 7.7%
2031 103.3 4.9% 144.1 6.9%
2032 66.3 3.2% 123.1 5.9%
2033 73.9 3.5% 172.9 8.3%
2034 49.7 2.4% 117.4 5.6%
2035 23.7 1.1% 59.5 2.8%
Beyond 57.0 2.7% 123.9 5.9%
Total 2,092.1 100% 2,092.1 100%
Figures may not add up due to rounding.
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4.2.2 Consolidated income statement by segment and region
Net result by segment on a proportionate basis (€ Mn)
2024
2023
Recurring
activities
Non-
recurring
activities
(a)
Result
Recurring
activities
Non-
recurring
activities
(a)
Result
SHOPPING CENTRES
SOUTHERN
EUROPE
Gross rental income 818.5 – 818.5 807.3 – 807.3
Operating expenses and net service charges (101.7) – (101.7) (112.8) – (112.8)
Net rental income 716.8 – 716.8 694.6 – 694.6
Contribution of companies accounted for using the equity method 37.8 (7.9) 29.9 36.8 (42.8) (6.0)
Gains/losses on sales of properties – (8.5) (8.5) – (38.1) (38.1)
Valuation movements on assets – 1.4 1.4 – (839.8) (839.8)
Impairment of goodwill – – – – (183.8) (183.8)
Result from operations Shopping Centres Southern Europe 754.7 (15.0) 739.6 731.4 (1,104.6) (373.2)
US
Gross rental income 745.6 – 745.6 782.3 – 782.3
Operating expenses and net service charges (238.3) – (238.3) (247.0) – (247.0)
Net rental income 507.3 – 507.3 535.3 – 535.3
Contribution of companies accounted for using the equity method – – – – (25.4) (25.4)
Gains/losses on sales of properties – (2.4) (2.4) – 9.9 9.9
Valuation movements on assets – (389.0) (389.0) – (689.4) (689.4)
Result from operations Shopping Centres United States 507.3 (391.4) 115.9 535.3 (704.9) (169.6)
CENTRAL
AND
EASTERN
EUROPE
Gross rental income 577.4 – 577.4 541.2 – 541.2
Operating expenses and net service charges (64.4) – (64.4) (54.3) – (54.3)
Net rental income 513.0 – 513.0 486.8 – 486.8
Contribution of companies accounted for using the equity method 49.2 (25.1) 24.1 49.5 (19.3) 30.2
Gains/losses on sales of properties – (35.6) (35.6) – 0.8 0.8
Valuation movements on assets – (403.6) (403.6) – (352.7) (352.7)
Impairment of goodwill – (45.0) (45.0) – (58.3) (58.3)
Result from operations Shopping Centres Central and
Eastern Europe
562.2 (509.3) 52.9 536.4 (429.5) 106.9
NORTHERN
EUROPE
Gross rental income 224.7 – 224.7 210.2 – 210.2
Operating expenses and net service charges (26.4) – (26.4) (30.5) – (30.5)
Net rental income 198.3 – 198.3 179.7 – 179.7
Gains/losses on sales of properties – (0.7) (0.7) – 1.4 1.4
Valuation movements on assets – 30.2 30.2 – (238.1) (238.1)
Result from operations Shopping Centres Northern Europe 198.3 29.5 227.8 179.7 (236.6) (56.9)
UK
Gross rental income 211.9 – 211.9 233.1 – 233.1
Operating expenses and net service charges (74.0) – (74.0) (98.7) – (98.7)
Net rental income 137.9 – 137.9 134.4 – 134.4
Contribution of companies accounted for using the equity method (0.1) – (0.1) – – –
Valuation movements on assets – 45.9 45.9 – (24.4) (24.4)
Result from operations Shopping Centres United Kingdom
137.8 45.9 183.7 134.4 (24.4) 110.0
TOTAL RESULT FROM OPERATIONS SHOPPING CENTRES
2,160.3 (840.4) 1,320.0 2,117.2 (2,500.0) (382.8)
Figures may not add up due to rounding.
(a) Non-recurring activities include valuation movements, disposals, mark-to-market and termination costs of financial instruments, bond tender premiums, impairment of
goodwill or recognition of negative goodwill, amortisation of fair value of assets and liabilities recorded for the purpose of purchase price allocation, as well as costs directly
incurred during a business combination and other non-recurring items.
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Net result by segment on a proportionate basis (€ Mn)
2024
2023
Recurring
activities
Non-
recurring
activities
(a)
Result
Recurring
activities
Non-
recurring
activities
(a)
Result
OFFICES & OTHERS
FRANCE
Gross rental income 82.2 – 82.2 70.3 – 70.3
Operating expenses and net service charges (1.4) – (1.4) (4.5) – (4.5)
Net rental income 80.9 – 80.9 65.8 – 65.8
Contribution of companies accounted for using the equity method (0.0) (2.0) (2.1) (0.1) (2.9) (3.0)
Gains/losses on sales of properties – (14.9) (14.9) – (5.4) (5.4)
Valuation movements on assets – (139.6) (139.6) – (334.0) (334.0)
Result from operations Offices & Others France 80.8 (156.6) (75.7) 65.7 (342.3) (276.6)
OTHER
COUNTRIES
Gross rental income 31.4 – 31.4 27.5 – 27.5
Operating expenses and net service charges (9.9) – (9.9) (9.4) – (9.4)
Net rental income 21.6 – 21.6 18.1 – 18.1
Gains/losses on sales of properties – 47.9 47.9 – 0.1 0.1
Valuation movements on assets – (472.1) (472.1) – (86.8) (86.8)
Result from operations Offices & Others Other countries
21.6 (424.2) (402.6) 18.1 (86.7) (68.7)
TOTAL RESULT FROM OPERATIONS OFFICES & OTHERS
102.4 (580.8) (478.4) 83.8 (429.0) (345.2)
CONVENTION & EXHIBITION
FRANCE
Gross rental income 248.0 – 248.0 201.1 – 201.1
Operating expenses and net service charges (109.3) – (109.3) (105.7) – (105.7)
Net rental income 138.6 – 138.6 95.4 – 95.4
On-site property services net income 81.2 – 81.2 37.2 – 37.2
Contribution of companies accounted for using the equity method (1.1) (0.6) (1.8) (0.9) (0.4) (1.2)
Valuation movements, depreciation, capital gains
– (49.5) (49.5) – (99.3) (99.3)
TOTAL RESULT FROM OPERATIONS C&E 218.6 (50.1) 168.5 131.7 (99.6) 32.1
Net property development and project management income 18.8 – 18.8 30.9 – 30.9
Other property services net income 35.8 – 35.8 39.9 – 39.9
Impairment of goodwill related to the property services – – – – – –
General expenses (179.2) – (179.2) (199.4) – (199.4)
Development expenses (4.9) – (4.9) (4.7) – (4.7)
Acquisition and other costs – (12.7) (12.7) – (8.9) (8.9)
NET OPERATING RESULT BEFORE DEPRECIATION AND IMPAIRMENT OF ASSETS 2,351.9 (1,484.0) 867.9 2,199.3 (3,037.5) (838.2)
Depreciation and impairment of tangible and intangible assets (41.0) 6.0 (35.0) (51.5)
(18.6) (70.1)
NET OPERATING RESULT 2,310.8 (1,477.9) 832.9 2,147.8 (3,056.1) (908.3)
Result from non-consolidated companies 2.6 0.0 2.6 2.9 – 2.9
Financing result (515.2) 79.7 (435.6) (484.5) (381.9) (866.4)
RESULT BEFORE TAX 1,798.2 (1,398.3) 399.9 1,666.3 (3,438.0) (1,771.7)
Income tax expenses (97.2) (24.5) (121.7) (80.6) 73.6 (7.0)
NET RESULT FOR THE PERIOD 1,701.0 (1,422.8) 278.2 1,585.7 (3,364.4) (1,778.7)
External non-controlling interests (228.5) 96.5 (132.0) (176.8) 326.3 149.6
NET RESULT FOR THE PERIOD ATTRIBUTABLE TO THE HOLDERS
OFTHESTAPLED SHARES
1,472.5 (1,326.3) 146.2 1,408.9 (3,038.0) (1,629.1)
Figures may not add up due to rounding.
(a) Non-recurring activities include valuation movements, disposals, mark-to-market and termination costs of financial instruments, bond tender premiums, impairment of
goodwill or recognition of negative goodwill, amortisation of fair value of assets and liabilities recorded for the purpose of purchase price allocation, as well as costs directly
incurred during a business combination and other non-recurring items.
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5.1 Consolidated financial statements 367
5.1.1 Consolidated statement of comprehensive income 368
5.1.2 Consolidated statement of financial position 370
5.1.3 Consolidated statement of cash flows 371
5.1.4 Consolidated statement of changes in equity 372
5.2 Notes to the consolidated financial
statements
373
5.3 Statutory financial statements as at
December 31, 2024
452
5.3.1 Balance sheet as at December 31, 2024 452
5.3.2 Income statement as at December 31, 2024 453
5.3.3 Breakdown of income statement by region 454
5.4 Notes to the statutory financial statements 455
5.5 Statutory auditors’ report on the
consolidated financial statements
486
5.6 Statutory auditors’ report on the financial
statements
492
5.7 Statutory auditors’ special report on
regulated agreements
497
5.8 Other information 499
5.8.1 Supplier and customer payment dates 499
5.8.2 Results for Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield SE over the past 5 financial
years
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On February 10, 2025, the Management Board (“MB”) approved the
consolidated financial statements of Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield SE
(“URW SE”) for the year ended December 31, 2024, and the Supervisory
Board (“SB”) authorised their publication on February 12, 2025.
These consolidated financial statements will be submitted to the
approval of the Annual General Meeting (“AGM”) expected to be held on
April 29, 2025.
5.1 Consolidated financial statements
The financial statements are presented in millions of euros (€ Mn), rounded to the nearest hundred thousand. As a result, there may be slight
differences between rounded figures.
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5.1.1 Consolidated statement of comprehensive income
Consolidated statement of comprehensive income
(€Mn)
Notes
20242023
Gross rental income
4.2.1/4.4.1
2,426.9
2,322.1
Ground rents paid
4.2.1/4.4.2
(37.0)
(37.7)
Service charge income
4.2.1/4.4.2
394.6
364.8
Service charge expenses
4.2.1/4.4.2
(456.2)
(424.1)
Property operating expenses
4.2.1/4.4.2
(403.8)
(431.8)
Operating expenses and net service charges4.2.1/4.4.2
(502.4)
(528.7)
Net rental income
1,924.6
1,793.4
Property development and project management revenue
72.7
90.0
Property development and project management costs
(53.8)
(59.0)
Net property development and project management income
4.4.4
18.8
30.9
Property services and other activities revenues
361.9
284.1
Property services and other activities expenses
(259.1)
(226.1)
Net property services and other activities income
4.2.1/4.4.3
102.8
58.0
Share of the result of companies accounted for using the equity method
35.6
(169.6)
Income on financial assets
51.2
48.8
Contribution of companies accounted for using the equity method
6.2
86.7
(120.8)
Corporate expenses
(179.6)
(199.3)
Depreciation of other tangible and intangible assets
(23.6)
(31.9)
Administrative expenses
4.4.5
(203.2)
(231.2)
Acquisition and other costs
4.4.6
(12.7)
(8.9)
Proceeds from disposal of investment properties
621.9
356.5
Carrying value of investment properties sold
(630.6)
(366.8)
Result on disposal of investment properties and loss of control
(1)
3.4.2
(8.6)
(10.3)
Valuation gains on assets
805.1
239.4
Valuation losses on assets
(1,883.5)
(2,485.4)
Valuation movements on assets
5.5
(1,078.3)
(2,246.0)
Impairment of goodwill
5.4
(39.2)
(234.0)
NET OPERATING RESULT
790.8
(968.9)
Result from non-consolidated companies
2.7
3.0
Financial income
641.9
558.5
Financial expenses
(1,108.0)
(994.6)
Net financing costs
7.2.1
(466.1)
(436.1)
Fair value adjustments of derivatives, debt and currency effect
7.2.2
63.8
(370.0)
Debt discounting
7.2.2
(0.1)
0.8
RESULT BEFORE TAX
391.0
(1,771.2)
Income tax expenses
8.2
(112.8)
(7.4)
NET RESULT FOR THE PERIOD
278.2
(1,778.7)
Net result for the period attributable to:
•
The holders of the Stapled Shares
146.2
(1,629.1)
•
External non-controlling interests
3.5.2
132.0
(149.6)
NET RESULT FOR THE PERIOD
278.2
(1,778.7)
Net result for the period attributable to the holders of the Stapled Shares analysed by amount
attributable to:
•
Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield SE members
310.1
(1,265.6)
•
Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield N.V. members
(163.9)
(363.5)
NET RESULT FOR THE PERIOD ATTRIBUTABLE TO THE HOLDERS OF THE STAPLED SHARES
146.2
(1,629.1)
Average number of shares (undiluted)
12.2
139,497,322
138,965,717
Net result for the period (Holders of the Stapled Shares)
146.2
(1,629.1)
Net result for the period per share (Holders of the Stapled Shares) (€)
1.05
(11.72)
Net result for the period restated (Holders of the Stapled Shares)
146.2
(1,629.1)
Average number of shares (diluted)
12.2
141,126,412
139,886,062
Diluted net result per share (Holders of the Stapled Shares) (€)
(2)
1.04
(11.72)
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Consolidated statement of comprehensive income
(€Mn)
Notes
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NET RESULT FOR THE PERIOD
278.2
(1,778.7)
Foreign currency differences on translation of financial statements of subsidiaries and net investments in
these subsidiaries
280.2
(161.8)
Other comprehensive income that may be subsequently recycled to profit or loss
280.2
(161.8)
Employee benefits
0.1
(0.1)
Fair value of Financial assets
(6.4)
1.1
Other comprehensive income not subsequently recyclable to profit or loss
(6.3)
1.0
OTHER COMPREHENSIVE INCOME
(3)
273.9
(160.7)
NET COMPREHENSIVE INCOME
552.1
(1,939.4)
External non-controlling interests
132.5
(149.6)
NET COMPREHENSIVE INCOME (HOLDERS OF THE STAPLED SHARES)
419.6
(1,789.8)
(1) The result on disposal of investment properties includes both the result on disposal of assets and the result on disposal of shares.
(2) In case of a negative net result for the period, the diluted net result per share is equal to the net result for the period per share.
(3) The amount is net of tax.
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5.1.2 Consolidated statement of financial position
Consolidated statement of financial position
(€Mn)
Notes
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NON-CURRENT ASSETS
46,423.5
46,621.4
Investment properties
5.1
37,111.6
37,318.2
Investment properties at fair value
36,708.8
36,912.8
Investment properties at cost
402.8
405.4
Shares and investments in companies accounted for using the equity method
6.2
7,019.5
6,980.3
Other tangible assets
5.2.2
114.4
113.0
Goodwill
5.4.2
806.0
845.2
Intangible assets
5.3.2
840.2
829.6
Investments in financial assets
7.3.1
269.1
260.0
Deferred tax assets
8.3
12.1
24.4
Derivatives at fair value
7.4
250.6
250.7
CURRENT ASSETS
7,122.1
6,956.7
Properties or shares held for sale
5.1
727.2
204.5
Inventories
17.6
35.3
Trade receivables from activity
7.5.3
487.9
506.5
Tax receivables
225.8
196.6
Other receivables
374.7
511.5
Cash and cash equivalents
7.3.7
5,288.9
5,502.3
TOTAL ASSETS
53,545.6
53,578.1
Equity attributable to the holders of the Stapled Shares
15,849.7
15,385.7
Share capital
713.1
695.2
Additional paid-in capital
13,384.8
13,491.1
Consolidated reserves
1,350.0
2,852.8
Hedging and foreign currency translation reserves
255.5
(24.3)
Consolidated result
146.2
(1,629.1)
•
Equity attributable to Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield SE members
16,610.4
16,066.6
•
Equity attributable to Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield N.V. members
(760.7)
(680.9)
Hybrid securities
1,821.1
1,821.1
External non-controlling interests
3,366.9
3,560.5
TOTAL SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY
21,037.7
20,767.3
NON-CURRENT LIABILITIES
27,333.2
28,973.7
Non-current commitment to external non-controlling interests
3.5.1
20.5
28.0
Non-current bonds and borrowings
7.3.7
23,419.1
25,082.6
Non-current lease liabilities
7.3.3
893.4
921.0
Derivatives at fair value
7.4
761.7
796.3
Deferred tax liabilities
8.3
1,867.2
1,781.9
Non-current provisions
9
64.9
64.3
Guarantee deposits
260.9
242.1
Amounts due on investments
15.7
24.6
Other non-current liabilities
29.8
32.9
CURRENT LIABILITIES
5,174.7
3,837.1
Current commitment to external non-controlling interests
3.5.1
73.3
4.8
Amounts due to suppliers and other creditors
1,122.6
1,156.0
Amounts due to suppliers
240.1
245.0
Amounts due on investments
578.1
474.0
Sundry creditors
304.4
437.0
Other current liabilities
10
667.6
738.3
Current borrowings and amounts due to credit institutions
7.3.7
3,161.5
1,835.5
Current lease liabilities
7.3.3
85.9
56.0
Current provisions
9
63.8
46.5
TOTAL LIABILITIES AND EQUITY
53,545.6
53,578.1
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5.1.3 Consolidated statement of cash flows
Consolidated statement of cash flows (€Mn)
Notes
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OPERATING ACTIVITIES
Net result
278.2
(1,778.7)
Depreciation & provisions
(1)
127.6
49.3
Impairment of goodwill
39.2
234.0
Changes in value of property assets
5.5
1,078.3
2,246.0
Changes in value of financial instruments
(63.7)
369.2
Charges and income relating to stock options and similar items
23.8
18.9
Net capital gains/losses on disposal of investment properties
(2)
8.6
10.3
Share of the result of companies accounted for using the equity method
6.2
(35.6)
169.6
Income on financial assets
6.2
(51.2)
(48.8)
Dividend income from non-consolidated companies
(2.7)
(2.9)
Net financing costs
7.2.1
466.1
436.1
Income tax charge (income)
112.8
7.4
Cash flow before net financing costs and tax
1,981.4
1,710.4
Income on financial assets
51.2
48.8
Dividend income and result from companies accounted for using the equity method or non-consolidated
(3)
372.8
414.3
Income tax paid
(121.9)
(73.4)
Change in working capital requirement
(93.3)
(43.6)
TOTAL CASH FLOW FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES
2,190.2
2,056.5
INVESTMENT ACTIVITIES
Property activities
(525.7)
(785.5)
Acquisition of subsidiaries, net of cash acquired
3.4.1
(68.9)
(72.6)
Amounts paid for works and acquisition of property assets
5.6
(1,308.3)
(1,181.0)
Repayment of property financing
14.5
64.5
Increase of property financing
(83.2)
(118.8)
Disposal of shares
3.4.2
426.5
223.6
Disposal of investment properties
3.4.2
493.7
298.8
Financial activities
(11.4)
(5.9)
Acquisition of financial assets
(21.5)
(9.4)
Repayment of financial assets
10.1
3.5
TOTAL CASH FLOW FROM INVESTMENT ACTIVITIES
(537.1)
(791.4)
FINANCING ACTIVITIES
Capital increase of parent company
5.2
5.1
Change in capital from companies with non-controlling shareholders
5.0
27.2
Hybrid securities
–
(174.7)
Distribution paid to parent company shareholders
12.3
(347.9)
–
Dividends paid to non-controlling shareholders of consolidated companies
(87.7)
(83.0)
Coupon on the Hybrid Securities
(98.8)
(58.7)
New borrowings and financial liabilities
7.3.3
1,568.7
2,409.3
Repayment of borrowings and financial liabilities
7.3.3
(2,531.4)
(769.2)
Financial income
7.2.1
698.0
528.1
Financial expenses
7.2.1
(1,097.2)
(989.2)
Other financing activities
7.3.6
3.8
(29.5)
TOTAL CASH FLOW FROM FINANCING ACTIVITIES
(1,882.3)
865.4
Change in cash and cash equivalents during the period
(229.2)
2,130.5
Net cash and cash equivalents at the beginning of the year
5,496.1
3,321.2
Effect of exchange rate fluctuations on cash held
15.6
44.4
Net cash and cash equivalents at period-end
7.3.7
5,282.5
5,496.1
(1) Includes straight-lining of key money and lease incentives.
(2) Includes capital gains/losses on property sales, disposals of short-term investment properties and disposals of operating assets.
(3) In 2024 and 2023, includes respectively €82.2 Mn and €80.5 Mn of distributions made by US companies accounted for using the equity method, following the disposal of their
assets.
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5.1.4 Consolidated statement of changes in equity
Equity
Hedging &attributable
foreignto the holders
Additionalcurrency of theExternal non-Total
Consolidated statement of changes in Sharepaid-inConsolidatedtranslationConsolidatedStapledHybridcontrollingShareholders'
equity (€Mn)capitalcapital reserves
reserves
(1)
net resultShares
Securities
(2)
interests equity
Equity as at Dec. 31, 2022
693.8
13,487.3
2,692.0
137.4
178.2
17,188.7
1,988.5
3,771.1
22,948.2
Profit or loss of the period
–
–
–
–
(1,629.1)
(1,629.1)
–
(149.6)
(1,778.7)
Other comprehensive income
–
–
1.0
(161.8)
–
(160.7)
–
–
(160.7)
Net comprehensive income
–
–
1.0
(161.8)
(1,629.1)
(1,789.8)
–
(149.6)
(1,939.4)
Earnings appropriation
–
–
178.2
–
(178.2)
–
–
–
–
Dividends related to 2022
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
(83.1)
(83.1)
Stock options, Performance/Retention
shares and Company Savings Plan
1.4
3.8
–
–
–
5.2
–
–
5.2
Share-based payment
–
–
18.9
–
–
18.9
–
–
18.9
Hybrid Securities
–
–
(7.3)
–
–
(7.3)
(167.4)
–
(174.7)
Coupon on the Hybrid Securities
–
–
(58.7)
–
–
(58.7)
–
–
(58.7)
Transactions with non-controlling
interests
–
–
2.6
–
–
2.6
–
20.4
23.0
Changes in scope of consolidation and
other movements
–
–
26.1
–
–
26.1
–
1.7
27.8
Equity as at Dec. 31, 2023
695.2
13,491.1
2,852.8
(24.3)
(1,629.1)
15,385.7
1,821.1
3,560.5
20,767.3
Profit or loss of the period
–
–
–
–
146.2
146.2
–
132.0
278.2
Other comprehensive income
–
–
(6.3)
279.8
–
273.4
–
0.5
273.9
Net comprehensive income
–
–
(6.3)
279.8
146.2
419.6
–
132.5
552.1
Earnings appropriation
–
–
(1,629.1)
–
1,629.1
–
–
–
–
Dividends related to 2023
–
(347.9)
–
–
–
(347.9)
–
(87.7)
(435.6)
Stock options, Performance/Retention
shares and Company Savings Plan
1.6
7.5
–
–
–
9.1
–
–
9.1
Share-based payment
–
–
23.8
–
–
23.8
–
–
23.8
Hybrid Securities
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
Coupon on the Hybrid Securities
–
–
(98.8)
–
–
(98.8)
–
–
(98.8)
Transactions with non-controlling
interests
(3)
16.3
234.1
206.2
–
–
456.7
–
(239.0)
217.7
Changes in scope of consolidation and
other movements
–
–
1.4
–
–
1.4
–
0.7
2.1
Equity as at Dec. 31, 2024
713.1
13,384.8
1,350.0
255.5
146.2
15,849.7
1,821.1
3,366.9
21,037.7
(1) The foreign currency translation reserve is used to record exchange differences arising from the translation of the financial statements of foreign subsidiaries. The hedging
reserve is used to record the effect of hedging net investments in foreign operations. In 2024, an amount of €151.2 Mn was booked in “Other comprehensive income”
regarding the hedging net investments in foreign operations. 
(2) In 2018, URW issued €2,000 Mn of hybrid securities. These hybrid securities are deeply subordinated perpetual instruments with a coupon deferral option and are accounted
for in equity. As a result of the Exchange Offer and the repayment of €155.2 Mn on July 3, 2023, the Group’s hybrid instruments decreased from €2,000 Mn to €1,845 Mn
including the tranches as follows:
• €100 Mn of Hybrid Perp NC23 with a 5.14% coupon and callable at any time, through the clean-up call;
• €750 Mn of Hybrid Perp NC26 with a 2.875% coupon and callable in 2026; and
• €995 Mn of Hybrid Perp NC28 with a 7.25% coupon and callable in 2028.
(3) Transactions with non-controlling interests mainly include the impacts of:
• the acquisition of 38.9% complementary stake in URW Germany JV from partner CPP Investments (Note 1.1.1 Acquisitions of 2024); for €442.4 Mn on Equity attributable to
the holders of the Stapled shares and -€301.9 Mn on External non-controlling interests; and
• the disposal of 25% in Centrum Černý Most (Note 1.1.2 Disposals of 2024) for €12.1 Mn on Equity attributable to the holders of the Stapled shares and €62.7 Mn on External
non-controlling interests.
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5.2 Notes to the consolidated financial statements
Note 1. Significant events 374
1.1 Significant events of 2024 374
1.2 Significant events of 2023 375
Note 2. Accounting policies 377
2.1 IFRS basis adopted 377
2.2 Estimates and assumptions 377
2.3 Climate change and risks 377
Note 3. Scope of consolidation 380
3.1 Accounting principles 380
3.2 Consolidation of Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield N.V. 381
3.3 Description of significant controlled partnerships 381
3.4 Acquisitions and disposals 383
3.5 Non-controlling interests and commitment to
purchase non-controlling interests
384
3.6 Description of significant joint operations 384
Note 4. Net Recurring Result and
segment reporting
385
4.1 Accounting principles 385
4.2 Consolidated financial statements on a
proportionate basis
386
4.3 Net recurring result definition 388
4.4 Net result by segment on a proportionate basis 389
4.5 Other information by segment on a proportionate
basis
395
Note 5. Investment properties,
tangible and intangible
assets, Goodwill
400
5.1 Investment properties 400
5.2 Tangible assets 406
5.3 Intangible assets 407
5.4 Goodwill 410
5.5 Valuation movements on assets 413
5.6 Amounts paid for works and acquisition of property
assets (consolidated statement of cash flows)
413
Note 6. Shares and investments in
companies accounted for
using the equity method
414
6.1 Accounting principles 414
6.2 Shares and investments in companies accounted
for using the equity method
414
6.3 Joint ventures 415
6.4 Associates 417
6.5 Transactions with related parties (joint ventures
and associates)
418
Note 7. Financing and financial
instruments
419
7.1 Accounting principles 419
7.2 Financing result 421
7.3 Financial assets and liabilities 422
7.4 Hedging instruments 428
7.5 Risk management policy 429
7.6 Market risk 430
7.7 Carrying value of financial instruments per
category
434
Note 8. Taxes 437
8.1 Accounting principles 437
8.2 Income tax expenses 438
8.3 Deferred tax 439
Note 9. Provisions 440
Note 10. Other current liabilities 441
Note 11. Employee remuneration and
benefits
441
11.1 Headcount 441
11.2 Personnel costs 441
11.3 Employee benefits 442
Note 12. Share capital and dividends 446
12.1 Capital management 446
12.2 Number of shares 446
12.3 Distribution 447
Note 13. Off-balance sheet
commitments and contingent
liabilities
447
13.1 Commitments given 447
13.2 Commitments received 449
13.3 Contingent liabilities 449
Note 14. Subsequent events 449
Note 15. List of the main consolidated
companies
450
Note 16. Relationship with the
Statutory auditors
451
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Note 1. Significant events
1.1. Significant events of 2024
1.1.1. Acquisitions in 2024
Acquisition of CH Ursynów
On February 29, 2024, the Group acquired the remaining stake of 50% in
CH Ursynów (Eagle) in Poland. Thus, the asset is fully consolidated
starting from this date.
Acquisition of Westfield Montgomery
On July 1, 2024, the Group acquired the remaining stake of 50% in
Westfield Montgomery shopping centre in Maryland (United States).
Thus, the asset is fully consolidated starting from this date.
Acquisition of 38.9% complementary
stake in URW Germany JV from partner
CPP Investments
On December 4, 2024, URW acquired a 38.9% complementary stake in
URW Germany GmbH and its related entities (together “URWG”) from
its joint venture partner Canada Pension Plan Investment Board (“CPP
Investments”). The acquisition is an off-market transaction, in the
context of an existing shareholders’ agreement and increases URW’s
stake in URWG to 89.9%. Both partners retained the option to transfer
the remaining 10.1% of CPP Investments’ interest to URW in 2025 for a
cash consideration of up to €65 Mn, which has been accounted for on
the line “Current commitment to external non-controlling interests”.
This acquisition was financed through the issuance of 3.254 Mn new
URW Stapled Shares. These Stapled Shares were provided to CPP
Investments as consideration for their contribution in kind of the 38.9%
stake in URWG.
The market value of these newly created Stapled Shares was
€250.4 Mn, corresponding to the closing price of the URW shares on
December 4, 2024.
All URWG entities were fully consolidated before the acquisition of the
complementary stake of 38.9%. Thus, the result of the transaction was
recorded within equity leading to an increase of the equity attributable
to the holders of the Stapled Shares by €442.4 Mn, a decrease of
external non-controlling interests by -€301.9 Mn, and decrease of
current accounts with non-controlling interests for -€204.8 Mn.
1.1.2. Disposals in 2024
Disposal of Equinoccio in Spain
On January 30, 2024, URW closed the disposal of Equinoccio in Spain to
Atitlan for a disposal price of €34 Mn.
Disposal of Westfield Annapolis
On August 20, 2024, the Group completed the sale of Westfield
Annapolis for $160 Mn (at 100%, URW share 55%) to a consortium of
industry partners that include Centennial and Sandeep Mathrani,
founder of Atlas Hill RE, with backing from Waterfall Asset
Management and Lincoln Property Company.
Disposal of Aupark
On September 2, 2024, the Purchasers acquired the last remaining
stake (“Tranche 4”) based on appraisal values as at June 30, 2024. As at
December 31, 2024, URW do not hold any interest in the joint venture
which was fully disposed of at the transaction date.
Disposal of Angel Lane
On September 26, 2024, URW disposed a student housing land plot in
the UK adjacent to Westfield Stratford City (Meridian Square) for a
disposal price of £62 Mn.
Disposal of La Valentine
On September 30, 2024, URW disposed of its units in the shopping
centre La Valentine located in Marseille, France for a disposal price of
€49.1 Mn.
Disposal of Gaîté Montparnasse Offices
On November 12, 2024, URW completed the sale of the office
component of the Gaîté Montparnasse mixed-use complex in Paris,
France, to a joint venture between Norges Bank Investment
Management and Swiss Life Group for a Total Acquisition Cost of
€172.5 Mn through a share deal. The transaction reflects a 4% discount
to the latest unaffected book value.
Disposal of Pasing Arcaden
On November 26, 2024, URW completed the disposal of Pasing
Arcaden, to Ingka Centres, part of the Ingka Group (which also includes
IKEA Retail and Ingka Investments), for a net disposal price of €388 Mn
at 100%.
URW received the full proceed following the acquisition of a 38.9% stake
in URW Germany.
The disposal results on the above-mentioned transactions are recorded
in the consolidated statement of comprehensive income:
• For the fully consolidated assets, the result on disposal of investment
properties and loss of control amounts to -€8.6 Mn, including
€16.6 Mn of asset deals and -€25.2 Mn of share deals; and
• For the assets accounted for using the equity method, URW’s stake in
the net disposal result of -€5.6 Mn is recorded within “Share of the
result of companies accounted for using the equity method”.
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Disposal of 25% in Centrum Černý Most
On December 30, 2024, URW completed the disposal of 25% stake in
Centrum Černý Most in Prague, Czech Republic, to Upvest and RSJ
Investments (“the Partners”). The transaction is achieved at an implied
offer price of €553 Mn (at 100%).
The transaction has established a long-term joint venture, with the
Partners having the option to acquire an additional stake of up to 24%
within the next two years based on the appraisal value at that time,
taking into account the benefit of the ongoing extension. URW will
continue to manage the asset, which remains fully consolidated by the
Group, and will generate asset and property management fees.
Consequently, the result of the transaction was recorded in the equity
attributable to the holders of the Stapled Shares for €12.1 Mn, including
the transaction costs.
1.1.3. Westfield Hamburg-Überseequartier
opening date
As reported in the press release dated January 23, 2025, URW
announced the retail opening of Westfield Hamburg-Überseequartier
on April 8, 2025. The delay allowed for additional time necessary to
complete the commissioning phase of the retail component of the
project, with the project’s Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing (MEP)
systems now in the final testing and inspection phase. The opening date
has been selected in collaboration with tenants and is aligned with the
Spring retail calendar.
The Total Investment Cost (“TIC”) of the Westfield Hamburg project
amounts to €2.45 Bn
(1)
, an increase of c. €0.8 Bn since
December 31, 2023.
1.2. Significant events of 2023
1.2.1. Disposals in 2023
Disposal of Westfield North County
On February 1, 2023, the Group completed the sale of the Westfield
North County ground lease located in Escondido, California, to Bridge
Group Investments and Steerpoint Capital, transferring ownership and
management of the asset. The sale price of $57 Mn (at 100%, URW
share 55%) for the asset, which has 30 years left on its ground lease,
reflects the property’s book value as at December 31, 2022.
Disposal of Westfield Brandon
On May 25, 2023, URW disposed Westfield Brandon Shopping Centre in
the US. The sale price of $220 Mn (URW share 100%) reflects a 10.0%
net initial yield and a 4.4% discount to the latest unaffected appraisal.
Disposal of “V” office building
On May 25, 2023, the Group announced the disposal of “V” office
building in France. The sale price of €95 Mn is in line with the last
unaffected appraisal value and delivers a double-digit internal rate of
return and a net initial yield of 5.7%.
Disposal of a stake of 50% in Hôtel
Salomon de Rothschild
On July 4, 2023, the Group disposed a stake of 50% in Hôtel Salomon de
Rothschild. After this operation, the asset is accounted for using the
equity method.
Disposal of Westfield Mission Valley
On July 21, 2023, the Group completed the sale of Westfield Mission
Valley Shopping Centres in San Diego, California, for a total amount of
$290 Mn (at 100%, URW share 42%), including the sale of Westfield
Mission Valley “East” to Lowe Enterprises and Real Capital Solutions,
and Westfield Mission Valley “West” to Sunbelt Investment Holdings
Inc. The transaction value reflects a combined initial yield of 8.5% on the
in-place net operating income (“NOI”) and a 12% discount to the last
unaffected appraisal.
Disposal of Westfield Valencia Town
Center
On September 4, 2023, the Group completed the sale of Westfield
Valencia Town Center, in Santa Clarita, California, to Centennial Real
Estate at a total value of $199 Mn (at 100%, URW share 50%), above the
$195 Mn debt amount (at 100%, URW share 50%) on the asset. The
transaction value reflects less than 3% discount to its last unaffected
appraisal.
Disposal of Polygone Riviera
On October 18, 2023, the Group completed the sale of Polygone Riviera
to FREY, a real estate company specialising in the development and
operation of outdoor shopping centres in Europe, for a Net Disposal
Price (“NDP”) of €272.3 Mn at a 4% discount to last unaffected book
value.
Disposal of Novotel Lyon Confluence
On October 31, 2023, the Group completed the sale of Novotel Lyon
Confluence in France to a hospitality investor. The NDP reflects a
+21.2% premium to the latest unaffected appraisal.
The disposal results on the above-mentioned transactions are recorded
in the Consolidated statement of comprehensive income:
• For the fully consolidated assets, the Result on disposal of
investment properties and loss of control amounts to -€10.3 Mn,
including €36.4 Mn of asset deals, and -€46.7 Mn of share deals; and
• For the assets accounted for using the equity method, URW’s stake in
the net disposal result of -€4.8 Mn is recorded within Share of the
result of companies accounted for using the equity method.
(1) Excluding usual lease incentives and including expected cost recovery thorough claim management of about €80 Mn.
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1.2.2. Foreclosure of US assets
On October 26, 2023, San Francisco Centre was put on foreclosure. The
Group lost control of the asset (asset value of $301 Mn as at June 30,
2023) and the companies holding it were thus deconsolidated together
with the debt allocated to it ($340 Mn).
1.2.3. Acquisitions in 2023
On April 21, 2023, URW completed the acquisition of the remaining 50%
stake in the Croydon Partnership at a price in line with the last
unaffected appraisal value and for a site which comprises a 10-hectare
parcel which includes the Whitgift and Centrale shopping centres as
well as high street retail frontage, office blocks and multi-storey car
parks in the heart of the designated Greater London Authority
Opportunity Area in South London.
Thus, the consolidation method used for Croydon Partnership was
changed from equity method (before the acquisition) to full
consolidation.
The purchase price accounting was based on 100% of the asset
corresponding to the stake of 50% acquired and the revalued stake of
50% previously held and led to a positive impact of €3.3 Mn (£2.9 Mn)
recorded in Valuation movements on assets in the consolidated
statement of comprehensive income.
1.2.4. Listing on Euronext
Following the request filed by URW with Euronext as announced on
February 9, 2023, the Group obtained the approval of the Euronext
Listing Board on February 28, 2023, to change its market of reference
from Euronext Amsterdam to Euronext Paris and delist the URW
Stapled Shares from Euronext Amsterdam, while maintaining their
listing on Euronext Paris.
Pursuant to the timing validated by Euronext:
• The change of its market of reference from Euronext Amsterdam to
Euronext Paris was effective on April 14, 2023;
• The last day of trading on Euronext Amsterdam was April 27, 2023;
and
• The delisting from Euronext Amsterdam was effective on April 28,
2023.
1.2.5. Exchange offer on the perpetual
non-call 2023 (“Perp-NC23”) hybrid
instrument
On June 20, 2023, the Group launched an any-and-all par-for-par
Exchange Offer on its €1.25 Bn hybrid Perp-NC23 notes (“Old Notes”)
into a combination of (i) new Euro denominated Perp-NC28 hybrid notes
with a coupon of 7.25% (“New Notes”) and (ii) a cash amount when
applicable. The terms and conditions of the New Notes provide the
issuer with a call option in 2028.
The first of its kind by a corporate issuer, the Exchange Offer was
successfully completed on June 26, 2023
(1)
, with a participation rate of
92%, corresponding to:
• €1.15 Bn of Old Notes validly submitted for exchange and cancelled
at the Settlement Date on July 3, 2023;
• €995 Mn of New Notes issued at the Settlement Date; and
• €155 Mn of cash paid out at the Settlement Date (the cash amount).
The newly issued perpetual hybrid is defined as an equity instrument as
per IAS 32. Accordingly, the Group’s overall hybrid portfolio amounts to
€1,845 Mn (corresponding to a reduction of 7.8%).
The amount of €155 Mn, as well as the accrued interests of €17 Mn, was
paid out at the Settlement Date (July 3, 2023).
(1) With a Settlement Date of July 3, 2023.
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Note 2. Accounting policies
In accordance with EC regulation no. 1606/2002 of July 19, 2002, on the application of international accounting standards, URW has prepared its
consolidated financial statements for the financial year ending December 31, 2024, under IFRS as adopted in the European Union (“EU”) and
applicable at this date.
These can be consulted on the website: http://ec.europa.eu/finance/company-reporting/ifrs-financialstatements/index_en.htm.
2.1. IFRS basis adopted
The accounting principles and methods used are the same as those
applied for the preparation of the annual consolidated financial
statements as at December 31, 2023, except for the application of the
new mandatory standards and interpretations described below.
Standards, amendments and
interpretations effective as of January 1,
2024
• Amendments to IAS 1: Presentation of Financial Statements:
- Classification of Liabilities as Current or Non-current;
- Classification of Liabilities as Current or Non-current – Deferral of
Effective Date; and
- Non-current Liabilities with Covenants.
• Amendments to IFRS 16 Leases: Lease Liability in a Sale and
Leaseback; and
• Amendments to IAS 7 Statement of Cash Flows and IFRS 7 Financial
Instruments: Disclosures: Supplier Finance Arrangements.
These standards, amendments and interpretations do not have a
significant impact on the Group’s accounts as at December 31, 2024.
Standards, amendments and
interpretations not mandatorily
applicable as of January 1, 2024
The following text has been adopted by the EU as at December 31, 2024,
but not applied in advance by the Group:
• Amendments to IAS 21 The Effects of Changes in Foreign Exchange
Rates: Lack of Exchangeability.
The following texts were published by the International Accounting
Standards Board (“IASB”) but have not yet been adopted by the EU:
• Amendments to the Classification and Measurement of Financial
Instruments (Amendments to IFRS 9 and IFRS 7);
• Annual Improvements Volume 11;
• Contracts Referencing Nature-dependent Electricity – Amendments
to IFRS 9 and IFRS 7;
• IFRS 18 Presentation and Disclosure in Financial Statements; and
• IFRS 19 Subsidiaries without Public Accountability: Disclosures.
The measurement of the potential impacts of these texts on the
consolidated accounts of URW is ongoing; no significant impacts are
expected.
2.2. Estimates and assumptions
Certain amounts recorded in the consolidated financial statements
reflect estimates and assumptions made by management in regards of
complex geopolitical and macro-economic environment and difficulties
in assessing their impacts and future prospects. In this context,
management has taken into account these uncertainties on the basis of
reliable information available at the date of the preparation of the
consolidated financial statements, particularly with regards to the fair
value of investment properties and financial instruments, the
estimation of the provision for doubtful debtors, as well as the testing of
goodwill and intangible assets.
Due to inherent uncertainties associated with estimates, the Group
reviews those estimates based on regularly updated information.
Actual results might eventually differ from estimates made at the date
of the preparation of the consolidated financial statements.
The most significant judgements and estimates are set out in the
following notes to the consolidated financial statements as at
December 31, 2024: for the valuation of investment properties, note 5.1
“Investment properties”; for the intangible assets and goodwill,
notes 5.3 “Intangible assets” and 5.4 “Goodwill”; for provision for
doubtful debtors, note 7.5.3 “Credit risk”; and for fair value of financial
instruments, note 7.4 “Hedging instruments”. Actual future results or
outcomes may differ from these estimates. The property portfolios
related to the Shopping Centres, Offices & Others and Convention &
Exhibition (“C&E”) segments are valued by independent appraisers.
Appraisers make their independent assessments of current and
forward-looking cash flow profiles and usually reflect risk either in the
cash flow forecasts (e.g. future rental levels, growth, investment
requirements, void periods and incentives), in the applied required
returns or discount rates, or in the yield applied to capitalise the exit rent
to determine an exit value.
2.3. Climate change and risks
Climate change mitigation and adaptation are part of the priorities of the
Group sustainability roadmap and form an essential component of the
sustainability risks analysis. URW analyses the physical and transitional
risks associated with climate change. These risks are in turn integrated
into the Enterprise Risk Management framework.
In October 2023, URW announced a comprehensive evolution of the
Better Places roadmap setting ambitious SBTi -approved (Science
Based Targets initiative) net-zero targets in terms of carbon emissions
reduction and reinforcing its environmental performance objectives,
with the aim to develop and operate places that provide sustainable
experiences and contribute to thriving communities.
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2.3.1. Group commitments to support the
environmental transition of cities
and retail
(1)
Enhanced climate commitments
URW’s commitments are focused on enhancing the Group’s greenhouse
gas (“GHG”) emissions reduction efforts, introducing a net-zero target
on Scopes 1 & 2 in 2030
(2)
and a net-zero target on Scopes 1, 2 & 3 by
2050, all approved by the SBTi.
The Group aims to reduce by -50% its Scope 1, 2 & 3 GHG emissions
across its value chain by 2030, with a target to reduce emissions by
-90% across Scopes 1 & 2
(3)
.
Growth in renewable energy production
Since 2021, 100% of URW’s electricity consumption has come from
renewable energy sources
(4)
. URW will increase its renewable
electricity production capacity through on-site and off-site renewable
electricity projects. Benefits to URW include reducing its total carbon
footprint and generating a return on investment.
The Group targets 50 MWp of on-site solar capacity by 2030 in Europe
(2024: 18 MWp
(5)
), with 28 MWp of projects already underway in 34
shopping centres in all countries.
The Group’s plan requires limited additional capitalised expenses of
€28 Mn
(6)
per year over 7 years thanks to URW’s consistent annual
investment in its high-quality assets. This includes a €20 Mn
(7)
annual
investment in energy efficiency and carbon reduction, as well as
€8 Mn
(8)
a year on identified solar photovoltaic (“PV”) projects. These
investments will generate significant financial savings, with full effect
from 2030 onwards (€23 Mn per year and a return on investment over
8% for solar PV projects).
Robust employee engagement and
governance frameworks
Sustainability is embedded in URW’s business strategy, integrated into
the highest levels of governance and taken into consideration in key
decisions, in particular investments.
The Company’s corporate governance has received clear recognition,
with top level specific corporate governance sub-scores from ESG
(environmental, social and governance) rating agencies such as ISS-
ESG (B; prime status) and Sustainalytics (1
st
company worldwide in their
Global Universe).
The Group’s existing short- and long-term ESG compensation
incentives are aligned with the updated Better Places roadmap.
Currently, 10% of the MB and Executive Committee annual Short-Term
Incentive (“STI”) is contingent on meeting sustainability performance
goals, and every recipient of STI has at least one ESG objective. 25% of
long-term incentives, received by around 20% of employees, are tied to
sustainability performance.
(1) Performance is reported on a Better Places scope, consistent with past performance and commitments taken in June 2023, differing from the scope expected by CSRD. All details
are available in the Sustainability Statement (Chapter 3).
(2) From 2015 levels, in absolute value. URW’s Scope 3 GHG emissions include construction activities, operations including tenant energy consumption, and transport from visitors.
(3) From 2015 levels.
(4) Group-wide, common areas, retail, offices and C&E.
(5) Total installed renewable energy capacity.
(6) On a proportionate basis.
(7) On a proportionate basis.
(8) On a proportionate basis.
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2.3.2. Impact of climate change matters
on the financial statements
The potential impacts of climate change and risks have been analysed
in the context of the 2024 Group Financial Statements closing, based on
the above-mentioned facts and assumptions.
Integration of ESG in URW’s valuations
A significant amount of information has been made available to the
appraisers in relation to several ESG KPIs on an asset-by-asset basis
(1)
in connexion with a new AFREXIM ESG scorecard built by main valuation
firms, international shopping centres landlords and some French
institutions representing a large scope of retail market participants.
Amongst others, these key performance indicators (“KPIs”) are the
energy use intensity on common areas, BREEAM certificate label part I
and II, climate risk studies outcomes, on-site renewable energy
production and presence of EV chargers. Appraisers have reviewed and
considered the information provided in their valuation process. Capex
(2)
to be spent in the next 5 years for the Energy Action Plan defined by the
Group (circa €100 Mn on a proportionate basis) and its Better Places
Net zero trajectory were integrated in the valuation model.
The information relating to the Group’s ESG roadmap provided during
the Investors Day in October 2023 was updated so that appraisers could
integrate it in their H2-2024 valuations.
Financing activity
Green Loans
• In 2024, the Group signed €2.7 Bn sustainability-linked credit
facilities with an average maturity of 4.9 years. Concurrently, the
Group repaid €500 Mn short-term loans put in place since the COVID
period with a remaining maturity of 2.6 years.
• Furthermore, the Group extended, by one year the maturity of
€946 Mn existing European credit facilities under sustainability-
linked format.
As at December 31, 2024, the total credit lines featuring with green or
sustainable indicators stands at €7.1 Bn, and the sustainability-linked
term loans amount to €0.4 Bn.
Green Bonds
The Group currently has two frameworks for its green financing:
• A Green Bond Framework, launched in 2014, under which one Green
Bond issued in April 2015 is still outstanding;
• A Green Financing Framework, launched in November 2022, which
will apply for all new green financing issuances going forward. The
Green Financing Framework establishes clear requirements for the
financing and/or refinancing of eligible new development projects
and the regeneration of standing assets. It imposes higher standards
on energy performance and new more stringent eligibility criteria.
On September 4, 2024, the Group secured additional liquidity through
the successful issuance of a €1.3 Bn dual-tranche Green Bond
comprising: €650 Mn with a 5-year maturity and a 3.500% fixed coupon,
and a €650 Mn with a 10-year maturity and a 3.875% fixed coupon.
As at December 31, 2024, the outstanding nominal value of Green
Bonds amounts to €2.6 Bn.
(1) For European shopping centres.
(2) Refer to Capex to be spent for the Energy Action Plan and the Better Places Net zero trajectory defined by the Group. They relate to both aligned and non-aligned assets and thus
are not comparable with the scope of Capex disclosed for the purpose of the Taxonomy reporting (which integrates all Capex on aligned assets only).
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Note 3. Scope of consolidation
3.1. Accounting principles
3.1.1. Scope and methods of
consolidation
The scope of consolidation includes all companies controlled by
URW and all companies in which the Group exercises joint control or
significant influence.
According to IFRS 10, an investor controls an investee when it is
exposed, or has rights, to variable returns from its involvement with
the investee and has the ability to affect those returns through its
power over the investee.
The Group considers all facts and circumstances when assessing
whether it controls an investee. The control over an investee is
reassessed if facts and circumstances indicate that there are
changes to one or more of the elements mentioned above.
The method of consolidation is determined by the type of control
exercised:
• Control: the companies are fully consolidated;
• Joint control: the contractually agreed sharing of control of an
arrangement, which exists only when decisions about the relevant
activities require the unanimous consent of the parties sharing
control. The classification of a joint arrangement as a joint
operation or a joint venture depends upon the rights and
obligations of the parties to the arrangement:
- A joint operation is a joint arrangement whereby the parties that
have joint control of the arrangement have rights to the assets,
and obligations for the liabilities, relating to the arrangement.
Each party shall account for the assets which it has rights to,
liabilities which it has obligations for, and revenues and
expenses relating to its interests in the joint operation; and
- A joint venture is a joint arrangement whereby the parties that
have joint control of the arrangement have rights to the net
assets of the arrangement. Joint ventures are accounted for
using the equity method.
• Significant influence: accounted for using the equity method.
Significant influence is the power to participate in the financial and
operating policy decisions of the investee, but it is not control or
joint control of those policies. It is presumed where an entity holds
20% or more of the voting power (directly or through subsidiaries)
on an investee, unless it can be clearly demonstrated that this is
not the case.
3.1.2. Foreign currency translation
Group companies with a functional
currency different from the presentation
currency
The Group’s consolidated financial statements are presented in
euros. The financial statements of each consolidated Group
company are prepared in its functional currency. The functional
currency is the currency of the principal economic environment in
which it operates.
The results and financial position of all the Group entities that have a
functional currency different from the presentation currency, the
euro, are translated into the presentation currency as follows:
• The assets and liabilities, including goodwill and fair value
adjustments arising on consolidation, are translated into euros at
the foreign exchange rate at the closing date;
• Income and expenses and other comprehensive income (“OCI”) are
translated into euros at rates approximating the foreign exchange
rates ruling at the dates of the transactions;
• All resulting exchange rate differences are recognised in other
comprehensive income (currency translation reserve); and
• When a Group company is sold, exchange differences that were
recorded in equity are recognised in the income statement as part
of the gain or loss on sale.
Foreign currency transactions
The Group’s entities can realise operations in a foreign currency
which is not their own functional currency. These transactions in
foreign currencies are translated into euros at the spot exchange
rate on the date of the transaction. At the closing date, monetary
assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currency are translated
into functional currency at the exchange rate on that date. Foreign
exchange differences arising on translation or on settlement of these
transactions are recognised in the income statement account, with
the exception of:
• Unrealised translation results on net investments in entities in
foreign currency; and
• Unrealised translation results on intercompany loans that, in-
substance, form part of the net investment.
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Hedges of a net investment in a foreign operation, including a hedge
of a monetary item that is accounted for as part of the net
investment, are accounted for in a way similar to cash flow hedges.
Gains or losses on the hedging instruments relating to the effective
portion of the hedge are recognised in OCI, whereas those relating to
the ineffective portion are recognised in the income
statement account.
Non-monetary assets and liabilities that are measured in terms of
historical cost in foreign currency are translated using the exchange
rate on the date of transaction. Non-monetary assets and liabilities
denominated in foreign currencies that are stated at fair value are
translated into euros at exchange rates on the dates the fair value
was determined and are reported as part of the fair value gain or loss.
3.1.3. Business combinations
To identify whether a transaction is a business combination, the
Group notably considers whether an integrated set of activities is
acquired besides the investment property. The criteria applied may
include the number of property assets held by the target company,
the extent of the acquired processes and, particularly, the auxiliary
services provided by the acquired entity. If the acquired assets are
not a business, the transaction is recorded as an asset acquisition.
Business combinations are accounted for using the acquisition
method. The acquisition is recognised at the aggregate of the
consideration transferred, measured at acquisition date fair value,
and the amount of any non-controlling interest in the acquiree. For
each business combination, the acquirer measures the non-
controlling interest in the acquiree either at fair value or at the
proportionate share of the acquiree’s identifiable net assets.
Acquisition costs incurred are recorded as expenses. For the
companies accounted for using the equity method, acquisition costs
are capitalised in the value of the shares.
At the date of acquisition and in accordance with IFRS 3 (Revised),
identifiable assets and liabilities of the acquired company are valued
individually at their market value regardless of their purpose based
upon current best estimates at such date. It is possible that further
adjustments to initial evaluation may be recognised within 12
months of the acquisition in accordance with IFRS rules.
If the business combination is achieved in stages, the acquisition date
fair value of the acquirer’s previously held equity interest in the
acquiree is remeasured to fair value at the acquisition date through
the net comprehensive income.
Any contingent consideration to be transferred by the acquirer is
recognised at fair value at the acquisition date. Subsequent changes
to the fair value of any contingent consideration classified as liability
will be recognised in the income statement.
Under IFRS 3 (Revised), the acquisition of additional shares from non-
controlling shareholders is regarded as an equity transaction and
therefore no additional goodwill is recognised.
Consequently, when non-controlling shareholders have an
agreement to sell, non-controlling interests are reclassified as debt
at the present value of the exercise price. The difference between the
latest value and the net carrying value of the non-controlling
interests is recognised as equity attributable to the holders of the
Stapled Shares. Any subsequent change in debt is also accounted for
as equity attributable to the holders of the Stapled Shares. Income
from non-controlling interests and dividends are recorded in equity
attributable to the holders of the Stapled Shares.
3.2. Consolidation of Unibail-
Rodamco-Westfield N.V.
After the completion of the Westfield acquisition by URW SE, Unibail-
Rodamco-Westfield N.V. (“URW NV”), is held 60% directly by URW
shareholders (Stapled Share Principle) and 40% directly by URW SE.
As a result of the Stapled Share Principle and consistent with the legal
set up of the transaction and governance of URW NV, the entity and its
subsidiaries are fully consolidated.
The holders of the Stapled Shares are entitled to the same rights and
obligations with respect to URW SE and URW NV. As a consequence, the
60% economic interest in URW NV directly held by such holders is
reflected under the caption “Net result for the period attributable to the
holders of the Stapled Shares”, which is split between:
• “Net result of the period attributable to the holders of the Stapled
Shares analysed by amount attributable to URW SE members”; and
• “Net result for the period attributable to the holders of the Stapled
Shares analysed by amount attributable to URW NV members” on the
face of the consolidated statement of comprehensive income.
On the face of the statement of financial position, the caption “Equity
attributable to the holders of the Stapled Shares” is split between
“Equity attributable to Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield SE members” and
“Equity attributable to Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield N.V. members”.
3.3. Description of significant
controlled partnerships
The significant controlled partnerships are presented below.
Viparis and Propexpo
The Viparis entities are equally held by URW SE and its partner, the CCIR
(Paris-Ile-de-France Regional Chamber of Commerce and Industry).
The relevant activities for these entities are the management of the
C&E venues. The managing director, who holds the executive powers
for the management of these relevant activities, is designated by
URW SE. The chairman, who has a non-executive role, is nominated by
the partner and has no casting vote. Each partner has the same number
of directors in the MB. In the event of a tie vote, the directors designated
by the Group have a casting vote.
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There is no casting vote held by other governance or supervisory bodies
(shareholders’ general meetings) which could question this control.
The Group therefore considers that it has the full control of the Viparis
entities and thus the Viparis entities are fully consolidated.
Propexpo is a real estate company which owns part of the Viparis assets
and is equally held by URW SE and CCIR.
The relevant activities are the leasing, equipment, building, renovation
as well as the management, servicing and maintenance of these assets.
The managing director, a Group company, cannot be removed without
the agreement of the Group. The executive chairman is designated by
the Group, whereas the non-executive vice-president is designated by
the CCIR.
There is no casting vote held by other governance or supervisory bodies
(shareholders’ general meetings) which could question this control.
The governance of both Propexpo, managed by the Group, and the
Viparis entities which control the on-site property services, are defined
by the shareholders’ agreement between the Group and CCIR as with
respect to Viparis. Propexpo is therefore fully consolidated.
Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield Germany
GmbH
Following the acquisition on December 4, 2024, of a 38.9% stake in URW
Germany GmbH (see note 1.1.1 “Acquisitions in 2024”), the Group has
increased its stake in the company to 89.9%. CPP Investments holds a
minority interest of 10.1% and has an option to sell its shares to URW SE.
The governance has been updated and the Group is entitled to nominate
all the members of URW Germany GmbH’s SB as well as the Chief
Executive Officer of the company.
As a result, the Group controls URW Germany GmbH, which continues
to be fully consolidated.
Westfield Parly 2 shopping centre
The Westfield Parly 2 shopping centre (Paris region) is held by the Group
and the Abu Dhabi Investment Authority.
The relevant activities are the leasing, equipment, building and
renovation, as well as the management, servicing and maintenance of
the Westfield Parly 2 shopping centre.
The managing director of Westfield Parly 2 is a URW company,
designated for an indefinite term, which holds powers in order to
administrate the companies and obtain the authorisations needed for
their activities.
There is no casting vote held by other governance or supervisory bodies
(management boards, shareholders’ general meetings) which could
question this control.
As a result, the Group controls the asset and is therefore fully
consolidated.
Westfield Forum des Halles shopping
centre and parking
As at December 31, 2024, the Westfield shopping centre and the
parking Forum des Halles located in Paris are held by the Group (65%)
and an insurance company, AXA (35%).
The managing director is a URW company, designated for an indefinite
term, which holds powers in order to administrate the company and
obtain the authorisations needed for its activities and cannot be
removed without the agreement of the Group.
On January 6, 2025, URW announced the sale of an additional 15% stake
to CDC Investissement Immobilier, on behalf of Caisse des Dépôts
(CDC).
URW keeps the control over the asset and the joint venture will be fully
consolidated with an interest rate of 50%. (see note 14. Subsequent
events).
Westfield Les 4 Temps shopping centre
The asset is held 53.3% by the Group and 46.7% by 2 insurance
companies.
The managing director is a URW company, designated for an indefinite
term, which holds large powers in order to administrate the company
and obtain the authorisations needed for its activities and cannot be
removed without the agreement of the Group.
The asset is therefore fully consolidated.
Westfield Shopping City Süd
The asset is held 55% by the Group and 45% by Crédit Agricole
Assurances.
The managing directors are appointed by URW and cannot be removed
without the agreement of the Group. They hold large powers in order to
administrate the company and obtain the authorisations needed for its
activities. Reserved matters requiring the approval of the partner are
set with high thresholds and are protective for the partner.
The asset is therefore fully consolidated.
Westfield Carré Sénart
The asset is held 55% by the Group and 45% by Société Générale
Assurances and BNP Paribas Cardif.
The managing directors are selected and appointed by URW for an
indefinite period. They hold large powers in order to administrate the
company and obtain the authorisations needed for its activities. All the
decisions, including the budget, which are not reserved matters can be
taken by URW without the approval of the minority shareholders.
Reserved matters requiring the approval of the partner are set with high
thresholds and are protective for the partner.
The asset is therefore fully consolidated.
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Centrum Černý Most
The asset is held 75% by the Group and 25% by Upvest and RSJ
Investments (“the Partners”). A long-term joint venture has been
established, with the Partners having the option to acquire an additional
stake of up to 24% within 2027 based on the appraisal value at that time,
taking into account the benefit of the ongoing extension. URW has the
control over the JV by proposing all directors, appointed and recalled by
the General Meeting. Reserved matters are not restrictive and aim to be
protective for the minority partner. URW has a development
management agreement, a property management agreement and an
asset management agreement for a duration of 15 years.
The asset is therefore fully consolidated.
3.4. Acquisitions and disposals
3.4.1. Acquisitions of subsidiaries, net of cash acquired (consolidated statement of
cash flows)
(€ Mn) 2024 2023
Acquisition price of shares
(33.5)
(50.1)
Cash and current accounts
(35.4)
(22.6)
Acquisition of subsidiaries net of cash acquired
(68.9)
(72.6)
In 2024, comprise mainly the acquisition of complementary stakes of 50% in Westfield Montgomery and CH Ursynów (see note 1.1.1 Acquisitions in
2024), as well as the acquisition of the office building 20-24 Ibert in Levallois-Perret, France.
3.4.2. Result on disposal of investment properties and loss of control
The result on disposal of investment properties and loss of control includes both the result on disposal of assets and the result on disposal of shares.
(€ Mn) 2024 2023
Net capital gains/losses on disposal of assets
16.6
36.4
Proceeds from disposal of assets
497.3
347.1
Carrying values of disposed assets
(480.7)
(310.7)
Net capital gains/losses on disposal of shares
(25.2)
(46.7)
Proceeds from disposal of shares
124.7
9.4
Carrying values of disposed shares
(149.9)
(56.0)
Net capital gains/losses on disposal of investment properties and loss of control
(8.6)
(10.3)
Disposal of shares/consolidated subsidiaries, investment properties in the consolidated
statement of cash flows
(€ Mn) 2024 2023
Net price of shares sold
313.0
7.1
Cash and current accounts
113.6
216.5
Disposal of shares/consolidated subsidiaries
(1)
426.5
223.6
Disposal of investment properties
(2)
493.7
298.8
(1) In 2024, refers mainly to the disposal of Centrum Černý Most, Gaîté Montparnasse Offices, Aupark and La Valentine described in note 1.1.2.
The disposal result of Centrum Černý Most is booked within the Shareholders’ equity (see note 1.1.2) and as a result is not shown in the proceeds from disposal of shares in
the Consolidated statement of comprehensive income.
In 2023, refers mainly to the disposal of Polygone Riviera described in note 1.2.1.
(2) In 2024, the difference between the proceeds from disposal of investment properties in the consolidated statement of comprehensive income and the disposal of investment
properties in the consolidated statement of cash flows corresponds to some non-cash items mainly in the US. In 2023, it corresponds mainly to some non-cash items mainly
in the US.
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3.5. Non-controlling interests and
commitment to purchase non-
controlling interests
3.5.1. Commitment to purchase non-
controlling interests
As described in note 1.1.1 “Acquisitions in 2024”, the remaining non-
controlling interests of 10.1% in URWG are classified on the line
“Current commitment to external non-controlling interests” for a total
amount of €65 Mn.
The convertible redeemable preference shares, included in the captions
“Non-current commitment to external non-controlling interests” and
“Current commitment to external non-controlling interests”, refer to
preferred shares held by external parties.
They are measured at fair value through profit or loss.
3.5.2. Net result for the period of non-
controlling interests
For 2024, this item comprised mainly non-controlling interests in the
following entities:
• C&E entities (+€35.3 Mn);
• Several shopping centres and development projects in France and
Italy (+€103.5 Mn, mainly Westfield Les 4 Temps, Westfield Parly 2,
Westfield Forum des Halles and Westfield Carré Sénart);
• Several shopping centres in Germany, Spain and Austria (-€11.5 Mn);
and
• Others (+€4.7 Mn).
3.6. Description of significant
joint operations
Westfield London
Westfield London is jointly controlled by the Group and Commerz Real
Investmentgesellschaft (“CRI”) since all the major decisions relating to
the relevant activities of the company (leasing strategy, standard form
lease agreements, operating expenses and capital expenses) require
the approval of both partners. Each year, the annual budget plan
comprising gross income and operating expenses, capital expenditure,
rent levels projected to be achieved on review of rents under each lease,
proposed new lettings and the projected net income, shall be approved
by both partners. The arrangements between CRI and URW give equal
rights to both partners in the assets and the liabilities of the partnership.
Therefore, Westfield London is a joint operation company .
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Note 4. Net Recurring Result and segment reporting
4.1. Accounting principles
Segment information is presented in respect of the Group’s divisions
and geographical segments, based on the Group’s management and
internal reporting structure and in accordance with IFRS 8.
Contributions of affiliates are also presented according to the
Group’s divisions and geographical segments.
Since the joint-controlled entities represent a significant part of the
Group’s operations in the US and the UK, the Group’s management
and internal reporting structure segment information is prepared in a
proportionate format, in which the joint-controlled entities are
accounted for on a proportionate basis instead of being accounted for
using the equity method under IFRS. The Group and its joint ventures
use consistent accounting policies.
Therefore, the segment information presented in this section is
prepared in a proportionate format.
Business segments
The Group presents its result by segment: Shopping Centres, Offices
& Others and C&E.
The C&E segment comprises management of exhibition venues
(Viparis), the shopping centre "Les Boutiques du Palais" and the
management of the hotels at Porte de Versailles.
Geographical segments
Geographical segments are determined on the basis of the Group’s
definition of a home region. A home region is defined as a region with
more than €1 Bn in property investment, a local organisation
dedicated to all 3 business lines: the “owner function” (asset
selection and management including pipeline), Shopping Centres
management, the finance function and a regional consolidated
reporting.
The following are considered home regions based on specific
operational and strategic factors:
• France, including France, Belgium and Italy;
• Spain;
• US;
• Central Europe, including the Czech Republic, Poland and Slovakia
(the only asset in Slovakia was Aupark fully disposed in 2024);
• Austria;
• Germany;
• Nordics, including Sweden and Denmark;
• The Netherlands; and
• UK.
The following notes are presented on a proportionate basis.
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4.2. Consolidated financial statements on a proportionate basis
4.2.1. Consolidated statement of comprehensive income on a proportionate basis
Consolidated income statement (€Mn)
2024
IFRS
Proportionate
Total 2024
2023
IFRS
Proportionate
Total 2023
Proportionate Proportionate
Gross rental income
2,426.9
512.8
2,939.8
2,322.1
550.8
2,872.9
Ground rents paid
(37.0)
(0.5)
(37.5)
(37.7)
(0.8)
(38.5)
Service charge income
394.6
67.1
461.7
364.8
63.2
428.0
Service charge expenses
(456.2)
(77.0)
(533.2)
(424.1)
(85.4)
(509.5)
Property operating expenses
(403.8)
(112.5)
(516.3)
(431.8)
(111.1)
(542.8)
Operating expenses and net service charges
(502.4)
(123.0)
(625.4)
(528.7)
(134.1)
(662.9)
Net rental income
1,924.6
389.8
2,314.4
1,793.4
416.7
2,210.1
Property development and project management revenue
72.7
(0.1)
72.5
90.0
0.1
90.1
Property development and project management costs
(53.8)
0.2
(53.7)
(59.0)
(0.1)
(59.2)
Net property development and project management income
18.8
0.0
18.8
30.9
(0.0)
30.9
Property services and other activities revenues
361.9
0.5
362.4
284.1
0.8
284.9
Property services and other activities expenses
(259.1)
(3.8)
(262.9)
(226.1)
(1.2)
(227.3)
Net property services and other activities income
102.8
(3.2)
99.5
58.0
(0.4)
57.6
Share of the result of companies accounted for using the equity
35.6
(20.3)
15.3
(169.6)
132.6
(37.0)
method
Income on financial assets
51.2
(16.2)
34.9
48.8
(17.3)
31.5
Contribution of companies accounted for using the equity
86.7
(36.6)
50.2
(120.8)
115.4
(5.4)
method
Corporate expenses
(179.6)
(4.5)
(184.1)
(199.3)
(4.9)
(204.2)
Depreciation of other tangible and intangible assets
(23.6)
–
(23.6)
(31.9)
–
(31.9)
Administrative expenses
(203.2)
(4.5)
(207.7)
(231.2)
(4.9)
(236.1)
Acquisition and other costs
(12.7)
(0.0)
(12.7)
(8.9)
(0.0)
(8.9)
Proceeds from disposal of investment properties
621.9
81.4
703.4
356.5
231.2
587.7
Carrying value of investment properties sold
(630.6)
(87.1)
(717.7)
(366.8)
(242.2)
(609.0)
Result on disposal of investment properties and loss of
control
(1)
(8.6)
(5.6)
(14.3)
(10.3)
(11.0)
(21.2)
Valuation gains on assets
805.1
52.7
857.9
239.4
89.9
329.3
Valuation losses on assets
(1,883.5)
(344.7)
(2,228.2)
(2,485.4)
(537.0)
(3,022.4)
Valuation movements on assets
(1,078.3)
(292.0)
(1,370.4)
(2,246.0)
(447.1)
(2,693.1)
Impairment of goodwill
(39.2)
(5.8)
(45.0)
(234.0)
(8.0)
(242.1)
NET OPERATING RESULT
790.8
42.0
832.9
(968.9)
60.6
(908.3)
Result from non-consolidated companies
2.7
(0.0)
2.6
3.0
(0.0)
2.9
Financial income
641.9
5.6
647.5
558.5
11.8
570.3
Financial expenses
(1,108.0)
(54.7)
(1,162.7)
(994.6)
(60.2)
(1,054.8)
Net financing costs
(466.1)
(49.1)
(515.2)
(436.1)
(48.4)
(484.5)
Fair value adjustments of derivatives, debt and currency effect
63.8
16.0
79.8
(370.0)
(12.6)
(382.6)
Debt discounting
(0.1)
–
(0.1)
0.8
–
0.8
RESULT BEFORE TAX
391.0
8.9
399.9
(1,771.2)
(0.5)
(1,771.7)
Income tax expenses
(112.8)
(8.9)
(121.7)
(7.4)
0.5
(7.0)
NET RESULT FOR THE PERIOD
278.2
(0.0)
278.2
(1,778.7)
(0.0)
(1,778.7)
Net result for the period attributable to:
•
The holders of the Stapled Shares
146.2
–
146.2
(1,629.1)
–
(1,629.1)
•
External non-controlling interests
132.0
–
132.0
(149.6)
–
(149.6)
NET RESULT FOR THE PERIOD
278.2
–
278.2
(1,778.7)
–
(1,778.7)
(1) The result on disposal of investment properties and loss of control includes both the result on disposal of assets and the result on disposal of shares.
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4.2.2. Consolidated statement of financial position on a proportionate basis
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Consolidated statement of financial position (€Mn)
2024
IFRS
Proportionate
Proportionate
IFRS
Proportionate
Proportionate
NON-CURRENT ASSETS
46,423.5
1,380.6
47,804.1
46,621.4
1,510.2
48,131.6
Investment properties
37,111.6
7,110.8
44,222.4
37,318.2
7,192.7
44,510.9
Investment properties at fair value
36,708.8
7,063.2
43,772.0
36,912.8
7,143.2
44,056.0
Shares and investments in companies accounted for using the
Investment properties at cost
402.8
47.6
450.4
405.4
49.5
454.9
equity method
7,019.5
(5,780.5)
1,239.0
6,980.3
(5,741.0)
1,239.3
Other tangible assets
114.4
2.9
117.3
113.0
2.8
115.8
Goodwill
806.0
42.2
848.2
845.2
48.1
893.3
Intangible assets
840.2
–
840.2
829.6
(0.1)
829.5
Investments in financial assets
269.1
3.0
272.1
260.0
5.2
265.2
Deferred tax assets
12.1
1.3
13.4
24.4
–
24.4
Derivatives at fair value
250.6
0.9
251.5
250.7
2.5
253.2
CURRENT ASSETS
7,122.1
281.6
7,403.7
6,956.7
328.5
7,285.2
Properties or shares held for sale
727.2
–
727.2
204.5
45.3
249.9
Inventories
17.6
29.3
46.9
35.3
28.3
63.6
Trade receivables from activity
487.9
91.4
579.3
506.5
118.5
625.0
Tax receivables
225.8
6.6
232.4
196.6
8.5
205.1
Other receivables
374.7
3.1
377.8
511.5
(6.3)
505.2
Cash and cash equivalents
5,288.9
151.2
5,440.1
5,502.3
134.2
5,636.5
TOTAL ASSETS
53,545.6
1,662.2
55,207.8
53,578.1
1,838.7
55,416.8
Equity attributable to the holders of the Stapled Shares
15,849.7
–
15,849.7
15,385.7
–
15,385.7
Share capital
713.1
–
713.1
695.2
–
695.2
Additional paid-in capital
13,384.8
–
13,384.8
13,491.1
–
13,491.1
Consolidated reserves
1,350.0
–
1,350.0
2,852.8
–
2,852.8
Hedging and foreign currency translation reserves
255.5
–
255.5
(24.3)
–
(24.3)
Consolidated result
146.2
–
146.2
(1,629.1)
–
(1,629.1)
•
Equity attributable to Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield SE
16,610.4
–
16,610.4
16,066.6
–
16,066.6
members
•
Equity attributable to Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield N.V.
(760.7)
–
(760.7)
(680.9)
–
(680.9)
Hybrid securities
members
1,821.1
–
1,821.1
1,821.1
–
1,821.1
External non-controlling interests
3,366.9
–
3,366.9
3,560.5
–
3,560.5
TOTAL SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY
21,037.7
–
21,037.7
20,767.3
–
20,767.3
NON-CURRENT LIABILITIES
27,333.2
1,357.8
28,691.0
28,973.7
1,466.9
30,440.6
Non-current commitment to external non-controlling interests
20.5
1.1
21.6
28.0
0.9
28.9
Non-current bonds and borrowings
23,419.1
1,238.4
24,657.5
25,082.6
1,357.6
26,440.2
Non-current lease liabilities
893.4
2.2
895.6
921.0
2.1
923.1
Derivatives at fair value
761.7
–
761.7
796.3
–
796.3
Deferred tax liabilities
1,867.2
88.3
1,955.5
1,781.9
82.6
1,864.5
Non-current provisions
64.9
3.1
68.0
64.3
2.7
67.0
Guarantee deposits
260.9
23.3
284.2
242.1
19.5
261.6
Amounts due on investments
15.7
0.1
15.8
24.6
0.2
24.8
Other non-current liabilities
29.8
1.3
31.1
32.9
1.3
34.2
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Consolidated statement of financial position (€Mn)
2024
IFRS
Proportionate
Proportionate
IFRS
Proportionate
Proportionate
CURRENT LIABILITIES
5,174.7
304.4
5,479.1
3,837.1
371.8
4,208.9
Liabilities directly associated with properties or shares classified
–
–
–
–
45.3
45.3
as held for sale
Current commitment to external non-controlling interests
73.3
0.1
73.4
4.8
(0.1)
4.7
Amounts due to suppliers and other creditors
1,122.6
104.5
1,227.1
1,156.0
151.4
1,307.4
Amounts due to suppliers
240.1
58.7
298.8
245.0
52.3
297.3
Amounts due on investments
578.1
22.2
600.3
474.0
33.4
507.4
Sundry creditors
304.4
23.6
328.0
437.0
65.7
502.7
Other current liabilities
667.6
30.0
697.6
738.3
17.7
756.0
Current borrowings and amounts due to credit institutions
3,161.5
169.7
3,331.2
1,835.5
157.4
1,992.9
Current lease liabilities
85.9
0.1
86.0
56.0
0.1
56.1
Current provisions
63.8
–
63.8
46.5
–
46.5
TOTAL LIABILITIES AND EQUITY
53,545.6
1,662.2
55,207.8
53,578.1
1,838.7
55,416.8
4.3. Net recurring result definition
The income statement by segment is split between recurring and
non-recurring activities. The non-recurring result before tax consists
of the valuation movements on investment properties, fair value
adjustments on derivatives and debts, termination costs of financial
instruments on the full cancelled commitment period when the
maturity of the financial instrument is beyond the current reporting
period, bond tender premiums, currency gains/losses on revaluation
of balance sheet items, the net result on disposals, impairment of
goodwill or recognition of negative goodwill, as well as costs directly
related to a business combination, restructuring costs and other
non-recurring items.
The income tax is split between recurring result and non-recurring
result.
Recurring tax is the outcome of:
• The amount of income tax effectively due on recurring income,
after deduction of any tax losses;
• Plus/minus changes in a deferred tax asset recognised on tax
losses stemming from recurring income (excluding those caused
by a change in tax rate and/or those caused by a use of such
deferred tax asset by non-recurring profits); and
• Plus/minus changes in deferred tax assets not related to tax
losses and deferred tax liabilities relating to recurring result
(excluding those caused by a change in tax rate and/or those
caused by a use of such deferred tax asset by non-recurring
profits).
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4.4. Net result by segment on a proportionate basis
2024 2023
Recurring Non-recurring Recurring Non-recurring
Net result by segment on a proportionate basis (€Mn) activities
activities
(1)
Result activities
activities
(1)
Result
SHOPPING CENTRES
Gross rental income
614.6
–
614.6
614.6
–
614.6
Operating expenses and net service charges
(82.1)
–
(82.1)
(89.1)
–
(89.1)
Net rental income
532.5
–
532.5
525.5
–
525.5
FRANCE
Contribution of companies accounted for using the equity method
37.8
(7.9)
29.9
36.8
(42.8)
(6.0)
Gains/losses on sales of properties
–
(5.2)
(5.2)
–
(41.8)
(41.8)
Valuation movements on assets
–
(58.9)
(58.9)
–
(695.7)
(695.7)
Impairment of goodwill
–
–
–
–
(183.8)
(183.8)
Result from operations Shopping Centres France
570.3
(71.9)
498.4
562.3
(964.1)
(401.8)
Gross rental income
204.0
–
204.0
192.7
–
192.7
Operating expenses and net service charges
(19.6)
–
(19.6)
(23.7)
–
(23.7)
SPAIN
Net rental income
184.4
–
184.4
169.0
–
169.0
Gains/losses on sales of properties
–
(3.3)
(3.3)
–
3.7
3.7
Valuation movements on assets
–
60.2
60.2
–
(144.1)
(144.1)
Result from operations Shopping Centres Spain
184.4
56.9
241.2
169.0
(140.5)
28.6
Gross rental income
745.6
–
745.6
782.3
–
782.3
Operating expenses and net service charges
(238.3)
–
(238.3)
(247.0)
–
(247.0)
UNITED
Net rental income
507.3
–
507.3
535.3
–
535.3
STATES
Contribution of companies accounted for using the equity method
–
–
–
–
(25.4)
(25.4)
Gains/losses on sales of properties
–
(2.4)
(2.4)
–
9.9
9.9
Valuation movements on assets
–
(389.0)
(389.0)
–
(689.4)
(689.4)
Result from operations Shopping Centres United States
507.3
(391.4)
115.9
535.3
(704.9)
(169.6)
Gross rental income
268.0
–
268.0
246.6
–
246.6
Operating expenses and net service charges
(0.3)
–
(0.3)
2.1
–
2.1
CENTRAL
Net rental income
267.7
–
267.7
248.8
–
248.8
EUROPE
Contribution of companies accounted for using the equity method
46.1
(21.3)
24.8
46.9
(8.0)
38.9
Gains/losses on sales of properties
–
(3.6)
(3.6)
–
2.2
2.2
Valuation movements on assets
–
353.7
353.7
–
81.9
81.9
Result from operations Shopping Centres Central Europe
313.8
328.8
642.6
295.7
76.2
371.9
Gross rental income
159.6
–
159.6
147.8
–
147.8
Operating expenses and net service charges
(44.2)
–
(44.2)
(36.0)
–
(36.0)
AUSTRIA
Net rental income
115.4
–
115.4
111.8
–
111.8
Valuation movements on assets
–
(45.9)
(45.9)
–
(149.5)
(149.5)
Result from operations Shopping Centres Austria
115.4
(45.9)
69.4
111.8
(149.5)
(37.8)
Gross rental income
149.9
–
149.9
146.7
–
146.7
Operating expenses and net service charges
(20.0)
–
(20.0)
(20.4)
–
(20.4)
Net rental income
129.9
–
129.9
126.3
–
126.3
GERMANY
Contribution of companies accounted for using the equity method
3.2
(3.8)
(0.6)
2.7
(11.3)
(8.7)
Gains/losses on sales of properties
–
(32.0)
(32.0)
–
(1.5)
(1.5)
Valuation movements on assets
–
(711.4)
(711.4)
–
(285.1)
(285.1)
Impairment of goodwill
–
(45.0)
(45.0)
–
(58.3)
(58.3)
Result from operations Shopping Centres Germany
133.1
(792.2)
(659.1)
128.9
(356.1)
(227.2)
Gross rental income
124.2
–
124.2
117.9
–
117.9
Operating expenses and net service charges
(12.1)
–
(12.1)
(15.7)
–
(15.7)
NORDICS
Net rental income
112.2
–
112.2
102.2
–
102.2
Gains/losses on sales of properties
–
(0.7)
(0.7)
–
1.3
1.3
Valuation movements on assets
–
3.0
3.0
–
(156.9)
(156.9)
Result from operations Shopping Centres Nordics
112.2
2.3
114.5
102.2
(155.6)
(53.4)
Gross rental income
100.5
–
100.5
92.3
–
92.3
Operating expenses and net service charges
(14.4)
–
(14.4)
(14.8)
–
(14.8)
THE
Net rental income
86.1
–
86.1
77.5
–
77.5
NETHERLANDS
Gains/losses on sales of properties
–
(0.1)
(0.1)
–
0.1
0.1
Valuation movements on assets
–
27.2
27.2
–
(81.2)
(81.2)
Result from operations Shopping Centres The Netherlands
86.1
27.1
113.3
77.5
(81.1)
(3.5)
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Recurring Non-recurring Recurring Non-recurring
Net result by segment on a proportionate basis (€Mn) activities
activities
(1)
Result activities
activities
(1)
Result
Gross rental income
211.9
–
211.9
233.1
–
233.1
Operating expenses and net service charges
(74.0)
–
(74.0)
(98.7)
–
(98.7)
UNITED
Net rental income
137.9
–
137.9
134.4
–
134.4
KINGDOM
Contribution of companies accounted for using the equity method
(0.1)
–
(0.1)
–
–
–
Valuation movements on assets
–
45.9
45.9
–
(24.4)
(24.4)
Result from operations Shopping Centres United Kingdom
137.8
45.9
183.7
134.4
(24.4)
110.0
TOTAL RESULT FROM OPERATIONS SHOPPING CENTRES
2,160.3
(840.4)
1,320.0
2,117.2
(2,500.0)
(382.8)
OFFICES & OTHERS
Gross rental income
82.2
–
82.2
70.3
–
70.3
Operating expenses and net service charges
(1.4)
–
(1.4)
(4.5)
–
(4.5)
Net rental income
80.9
–
80.9
65.8
–
65.8
FRANCE
Contribution of companies accounted for using the equity method
(0.0)
(2.0)
(2.1)
(0.1)
(2.9)
(3.0)
Gains/losses on sales of properties
–
(14.9)
(14.9)
–
(5.4)
(5.4)
Valuation movements on assets
–
(139.6)
(139.6)
–
(334.0)
(334.0)
Result from operations Offices & Others France
80.8
(156.6)
(75.7)
65.7
(342.3)
(276.6)
Gross rental income
31.4
–
31.4
27.5
–
27.5
Operating expenses and net service charges
(9.9)
–
(9.9)
(9.4)
–
(9.4)
OTHER
Net rental income
21.6
–
21.6
18.1
–
18.1
COUNTRIES
Gains/losses on sales of properties
–
47.9
47.9
–
0.1
0.1
Valuation movements on assets
–
(472.1)
(472.1)
–
(86.8)
(86.8)
Result from operations Offices & Others Other countries
21.6
(424.2)
(402.6)
18.1
(86.7)
(68.7)
TOTAL RESULT FROM OPERATIONS OFFICES & OTHERS
102.4
(580.8)
(478.4)
83.8
(429.0)
(345.2)
CONVENTION & EXHIBITION
Gross rental income
248.0
–
248.0
201.1
–
201.1
Operating expenses and net service charges
(109.3)
–
(109.3)
(105.7)
–
(105.7)
FRANCE
Net rental income
138.6
–
138.6
95.4
–
95.4
On-site property services net income
81.2
–
81.2
37.2
–
37.2
Contribution of companies accounted for using the equity method
(1.1)
(0.6)
(1.8)
(0.9)
(0.4)
(1.2)
Valuation movements, depreciation, capital gains
–
(49.5)
(49.5)
–
(99.3)
(99.3)
TOTAL RESULT FROM OPERATIONS C&E
218.6
(50.1)
168.5
131.7
(99.6)
32.1
Net property development and project management income
18.8
–
18.8
30.9
–
30.9
Other property services net income
35.8
–
35.8
39.9
–
39.9
General expenses
(179.2)
–
(179.2)
(199.4)
–
(199.4)
Development expenses
(4.9)
–
(4.9)
(4.7)
–
(4.7)
Acquisition and other costs
–
(12.7)
(12.7)
–
(8.9)
(8.9)
NET OPERATING RESULT BEFORE DEPRECIATION AND IMPAIRMENT OF
ASSETS
2,351.9
(1,484.0)
867.9
2,199.3
(3,037.5)
(838.2)
Depreciation and impairment of tangible and intangible assets
(41.0)
6.0
(35.0)
(51.5)
(18.6)
(70.1)
NET OPERATING RESULT
2,310.8
(1,477.9)
832.9
2,147.8
(3,056.1)
(908.3)
Result from non consolidated companies
2.6
0.0
2.6
2.9
–
2.9
Financing result
(515.2)
79.7
(435.6)
(484.5)
(381.9)
(866.4)
RESULT BEFORE TAX
1,798.2
(1,398.3)
399.9
1,666.3
(3,438.0)
(1,771.7)
Income tax expenses
(97.2)
(24.5)
(121.7)
(80.6)
73.6
(7.0)
NET RESULT FOR THE PERIOD
1,701.0
(1,422.8)
278.2
1,585.7
(3,364.4)
(1,778.7)
External non-controlling interests
(228.5)
96.5
(132.0)
(176.8)
326.3
149.6
NET RESULT FOR THE PERIOD ATTRIBUTABLE TO THE HOLDERS OF THE
STAPLED SHARES
1,472.5
(1,326.3)
146.2
1,408.9
(3,038.0)
(1,629.1)
(1) Non-recurring activities include valuation movements, disposals, mark-to-market and termination costs of financial instruments, bond tender premiums, impairment of
goodwill or recognition of negative goodwill, amortisation of fair value of assets and liabilities recorded for the purpose of purchase price allocation, as well as restructuring
costs, costs directly incurred during a business combination, and other non-recurring items.
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4.4.1. Gross Rental Income
Revenue recognition
Accounting treatment of investment property
leases
Assets leased are recorded in the statement of financial position as
investment property assets. Gross rental revenue is recorded on a
straight-line basis over the expected term of the lease.
In the case of an Investment Property Under Construction (“IPUC”),
revenues are recognised once spaces are delivered to tenants on a
straight-line basis over the expected term of the lease.
According to IFRS 16, a rent relief which is not a lease modification
will be directly charged to the income statement as a reduction of the
Gross Rental Income (“GRI”). For rent reliefs which are considered as
a lease modification, the accounting treatment depends on whether
there is a counterpart received from the tenant or not.
Rent reliefs signed or expected to be signed, granted without any
counterpart from the tenants, are considered as a reduction of the
receivables and are charged to the income statement as a reduction
of the GRI.
Rents and key money
GRI consists of rents and similar income (e.g. occupancy
compensation, key money and parking revenues) invoiced for
Shopping Centres and Offices & Others properties over the period.
Under IFRS 16, the effects of rent-free periods, step rents, other
rents incentives and key money are spread over the expected term of
the lease.
GRI from the C&E segment includes turnover generated by the rental
of exhibition space and the provision of unavoidable associated
support services to this space.
Gross Rental Income by segments on a proportionate basis
(€ Mn excluding taxes) 2024 2023
Shopping Centres
2,578.2
2,574.1
France
614.6
614.6
Spain
204.0
192.7
US
745.6
782.3
Central Europe
268.0
246.6
Austria
159.6
147.8
Germany
149.9
146.7
Nordics
124.2
117.9
The Netherlands
100.5
92.3
UK
211.9
233.1
Offices & Others
113.7
97.7
France
82.2
70.3
Other countries
31.4
27.5
Convention & Exhibition
248.0
201.1
Total
2,939.8
2,872.9
GRI amounted to €2,939.8 Mn (€2,872.9 Mn as at December 31, 2023), an increase of +2.3%.
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Gross Rental Income by segments on an IFRS basis
(€ Mn excluding taxes) 2024 2023
Shopping Centres
2,079.3
2,033.3
France
602.1
603.2
Spain
203.4
192.2
US
412.8
419.3
Central Europe
254.4
229.3
Austria
159.6
147.8
Germany
96.7
97.5
Nordics
124.2
117.9
The Netherlands
100.5
92.3
UK
125.5
133.7
Offices & Others
102.0
90.2
France
79.9
68.1
Other countries
22.1
22.1
Convention & Exhibition
245.6
198.6
Total
2,426.9
2,322.1
Minimum guaranteed rents under leases on a proportionate basis
As at December 31, 2024, minimum future rents due under leases until the next possible termination date break down as follows:
Minimum future rents per year (€ Mn)
Shopping Offices &
Year Centres Others Total
2025
1,879.8
75.4
1,955.2
2026
1,506.4
65.8
1,572.1
2027
1,152.1
63.5
1,215.6
2028
847.1
59.8
906.9
2029
617.2
55.2
672.4
2030
436.7
47.0
483.7
2031
332.8
32.5
365.2
2032
247.8
23.6
271.4
2033
180.7
15.7
196.4
2034
118.2
3.1
121.3
2035
63.5
2.8
66.4
Beyond
98.3
3.1
101.4
Total
7,480.6
447.4
7,928.1
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4.4.2. Operating expenses and net service charges
The operating expenses and net service charges are composed of ground rents paid, net service charge expenses and property operating expenses.
Ground rents paid
Ground leaseholds
Ground leaseholds are accounted for in accordance with IFRS 16 as
described in note 5.1.1 “Investment properties – Accounting principles”.
Buildings constructed on land under a lease agreement are
recognised in accordance with the accounting principles described in
note 5.1.1 “Investment properties – Accounting principles”.
Ground rents correspond to variable lease payments (or straight-lining of initial payments) for properties built on land subject to leasehold or
operated under an operating contract (concession). This item mainly applies to the C&E venue of Le Bourget and Porte de Versailles in Paris, to some
shopping centres, in particular in France, and to some of the airport activities in the US.
Service charge income and service charge
expenses
In line with IFRS 15, the Group presented service charge income and
service charge expenses separately. URW is acting as principal.
The net of charges re-invoiced to tenants relates mainly to vacant
premises and caps on service charge.
Property operating expenses
These expenses comprise service charges borne by the owner, works-
related expenses, litigation expenses, charges relating to doubtful
accounts, expenses relating to property management, and expenses
related to venue sites of the C&E segment.
4.4.3. Net property services and other activities income
Revenue recognition
Net property services and other activities income consists of on-site
property services, airport activities and other property services net
income.
Revenues are recognised in accordance with IFRS 15.
C&E’s contracts consist of occupancy agreements or short-term
leases including provision of premises and services. Both provision of
premises and services form an indivisible whole and should be
combined into a single contract (and single performance obligation)
for the purposes of IFRS 15 revenue recognition.
Revenues are recognised over the duration of the premises lease
according to the prorata temporis method.
Other property services net income is recognised when the services
are provided.
Revenues from other activities mainly cover:
• Fees for leasing, property management and maintenance services provided to Offices & Others and Shopping Centres. These fees are invoiced by
property service companies for their property management activities on behalf of owners outside the Group; and
• Fees for property services received by companies in the C&E segment.
Other expenses comprise charges relating to property services, general costs and depreciation charges for related fixed assets.
€ Mn 2024 2023
Net property services and other activities income
99.5
57.5
On-site property services net income – Convention & Exhibition
81.2
37.2
Depreciation of tangible and intangible assets – Convention & Exhibition
(13.6)
(14.0)
Other property services net income
35.8
39.9
Depreciation of tangible and intangible assets – other property services
(3.8)
(5.6)
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4.4.4. Net property development and project management income
Revenue recognition
Property development and project management income relates to
Design, Development and Construction (“DD&C”) business which
provides 3 types of services: provision of design, development and
ultimately construction of a property project.
Based on the analysis of existing contracts, DD&C services are not
distinct as the customer cannot benefit from each service on its own
or together with other resources readily available to the customer,
because the services are bundled to generate a single commercial
outcome. As such, the Group takes the view that the 3 types of
contracts should be combined into a single contract (and single
performance obligation) for the purposes of IFRS 15 revenue
recognition.
Revenues from DD&C business consist of fixed price contracts. URW
uses the input method of calculating revenue over time, which in this
case is costs incurred.
Expenses comprise construction costs and related project
management costs.
4.4.5. Administrative expenses
This item comprises personnel costs, head office and Group
administrative expenses, expenses relating to development projects,
not capitalised, and depreciation charges relating to equipment and
software of the Group.
4.4.6. Acquisition and other costs
In 2024, acquisition and other costs amounted to -€12.7 Mn and mainly
comprise restructuring costs.
In 2023, acquisition and other costs amounted to -€8.9 Mn and mainly
comprise costs relating to the acquisition of Croydon in UK and other
costs in US.
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4.5. Other information by segment on a proportionate basis
4.5.1. Reconciliation between the results by segment and the income statement of the
period on a proportionate basis
For 2024
Net property
development and
project
management Contribution of Result on
income, net companies disposal of Total net
property services accounted for investment Valuation Acquisition operating
Net rental and other using the equity Administrative properties movements and other Impairment result
(€Mn) income activities income method expenses and shares on assets costs of goodwill 2024
Shopping Centres
France
532.5
–
29.9
–
(5.2)
(58.9)
–
–
498.4
Spain
184.4
–
–
–
(3.3)
60.2
–
–
241.2
United States
507.3
–
–
–
(2.4)
(389.0)
–
–
115.9
Central Europe
267.7
–
24.8
–
(3.6)
353.7
–
–
642.6
Austria
115.4
–
–
–
–
(45.9)
–
–
69.4
Germany
129.9
–
(0.6)
–
(32.0)
(711.4)
–
(45.0)
(659.1)
Nordics
112.2
–
–
–
(0.7)
3.0
–
–
114.5
The Netherlands
86.1
–
–
–
(0.1)
27.2
–
–
113.3
United Kingdom
137.9
–
(0.1)
–
–
45.9
–
–
183.7
Total Shopping Centres
2,073.4
–
54.0
–
(47.3)
(715.1)
–
(45.0)
1,320.0
Offices & Others
France
80.9
–
(2.1)
–
(14.9)
(139.6)
–
–
(75.7)
Others
21.6
–
–
–
47.9
(472.1)
–
–
(402.6)
Total Offices & Others
102.4
–
(2.1)
–
33.0
(611.8)
–
–
(478.4)
C&E
(1)
France
138.6
81.2
(1.8)
–
–
(49.5)
–
–
168.5
Not allocated
–
37.2
–
(207.7)
–
6.0
(12.7)
–
(177.2)
Total
2,314.4
118.4
50.2
(207.7)
(2)
(14.3)
1,370.4
(12.7)
(45.0)
832.9
(1) Convention & Exhibition segment.
(2) Includes depreciation of tangible and intangible assets (-€23.6 Mn) and development expenses (-€4.9 Mn).
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Net property
development and
project
management Contribution of Result on
income, net companies disposal of Total net
property services accounted for investment Valuation Acquisition operating
Net rental and other using the equity Administrative properties movements and other Impairment result
(€Mn) income activities income method expenses and shares on assets costs of goodwill 2023
Shopping Centres
France
525.5
–
(6.0)
–
(41.8)
(695.7)
–
(183.8)
(401.8)
Spain
169.0
–
–
–
3.7
(144.1)
–
–
28.6
United States
535.3
–
(25.4)
–
9.9
(689.4)
–
–
(169.6)
Central Europe
248.8
–
38.9
–
2.2
81.9
–
–
371.9
Austria
111.8
–
–
–
–
(149.5)
–
–
(37.8)
Germany
126.3
–
(8.7)
–
(1.5)
(285.1)
–
(58.3)
(227.2)
Nordics
102.2
–
–
–
1.3
(156.9)
–
–
(53.4)
The Netherlands
77.5
–
–
–
0.1
(81.2)
–
–
(3.5)
United Kingdom
134.4
–
–
–
–
(24.4)
–
–
110.0
Total Shopping Centres
2,030.9
–
(1.2)
–
(26.1)
(2,144.3)
–
(242.1)
(382.8)
Offices & Others
France
65.8
–
(3.0)
–
(5.4)
(334.0)
–
–
(276.6)
Others
18.1
–
–
–
0.1
(86.8)
–
–
(68.7)
Total Offices & Others
83.8
–
(3.0)
–
(5.3)
(420.8)
–
–
(345.2)
C&E
(1)
France
95.4
37.2
(1.2)
–
10.1
(109.4)
–
–
32.1
Not allocated
–
51.3
–
(236.1)
–
(18.6)
(8.9)
–
(212.3)
Total
2,210.1
88.5
(5.4)
(236.1)
(2)
(21.2)
(2,693.1)
(8.9)
(242.1)
(908.3)
(1) Convention & Exhibition segment.
(2) Includes depreciation of tangible and intangible assets (-€31.9 Mn) and development expenses (-€4.7 Mn).
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4.5.2. Statement of financial position by segment on a proportionate basis
For 2024
Shares and Total
investments in Liabilities
companies Other Properties or excluding
Investment under the equity non current shares held for Other current shareholders'
(€Mn)
properties
Goodwill
method assets sale assets Total Assets equity
Shopping Centres
France
11,226.5
547.2
441.1
37.2
4.9
212.3
12,469.3
393.8
Spain
3,241.9
–
–
36.5
294.5
48.5
3,621.5
278.5
United States
9,831.8
–
–
233.5
–
271.2
10,336.6
489.4
Central Europe
4,592.6
87.3
726.5
16.6
–
25.8
5,448.7
772.1
Austria
2,026.8
72.9
–
0.1
–
23.8
2,123.6
444.4
Germany
2,350.8
130.6
11.0
15.2
–
75.3
2,582.9
405.8
Nordics
2,416.0
–
–
0.5
–
32.1
2,448.6
435.6
The Netherlands
1,495.7
–
–
0.1
–
13.4
1,509.2
77.7
United Kingdom
2,529.7
–
1.4
167.1
–
178.9
2,877.1
282.6
Total Shopping Centres
39,711.9
838.0
1,180.1
506.7
299.4
881.3
43,417.3
3,580.1
Offices & Others
France
986.3
–
51.9
80.7
427.7
22.6
1,569.2
64.8
Others
1,080.9
–
–
(0.0)
–
25.2
1,106.0
105.2
Total Offices & Others
2,067.2
–
51.9
80.7
427.7
47.7
2,675.3
170.0
C&E
(1)
France
2,443.3
–
7.1
127.7
(2)
–
113.0
2,691.1
180.6
Not allocated
0.0
10.3
–
779.4
(3)
–
5,634.5
(4)
6,424.1
30,239.5
Total Dec. 31, 2024
44,222.4
848.2
1,239.0
1,494.5
727.2
6,676.5
55,207.8
34,170.1
(1) Convention & Exhibition segment.
(2) Relates mainly to tangible and intangible assets.
(3) Refers mainly to the derivatives and intangible assets.
(4) Includes mainly cash and cash equivalents.
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For 2023
Shares and Total
investments in Liabilities
companies Other Properties or excluding
Investment under the equity non current shares held for Other current shareholders'
(€Mn)
properties
Goodwill
method assets sale assets Total Assets equity
Shopping Centres
France
11,201.2
547.2
454.7
38.8
–
234.4
12,476.3
386.6
Spain
3,441.4
–
–
34.4
33.9
45.5
3,555.2
292.7
United States
9,216.5
–
–
210.0
135.1
257.5
9,819.1
576.3
Central Europe
4,142.7
87.3
725.5
29.5
71.2
27.6
5,083.8
724.0
Austria
2,056.5
72.9
–
0.1
–
29.5
2,158.9
443.8
Germany
2,965.2
175.6
11.7
29.4
–
87.4
3,269.3
372.3
Nordics
2,436.8
–
–
0.7
–
29.5
2,467.0
425.9
The Netherlands
1,453.2
–
–
5.8
–
9.2
1,468.2
59.6
United Kingdom
2,300.7
–
–
155.7
–
178.3
2,634.7
292.5
Total Shopping Centres
39,214.2
883.0
1,191.9
504.5
240.2
898.9
42,932.6
3,573.8
Offices & Others
France
1,578.1
–
38.5
113.7
–
82.1
1,812.4
54.4
Others
1,225.2
–
–
(0.0)
9.7
34.0
1,268.8
130.1
Total Offices & Others
2,803.3
–
38.5
113.7
9.7
116.1
3,081.2
184.4
C&E
(1)
France
2,493.4
–
9.0
123.8
(2)
–
142.0
2,768.2
233.8
Not allocated
–
10.3
–
746.1
(3)
–
5,878.4
(4)
6,634.8
30,657.5
Total Dec. 31, 2023
44,510.9
893.3
1,239.3
1,488.1
249.9
7,035.4
55,416.8
34,649.5
(1) Convention & Exhibition segment.
(2) Relates mainly to tangible and intangible assets.
(3) Refers mainly to the derivatives and intangible assets.
(4) Includes mainly cash and cash equivalents.
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4.5.3. Investments by segment on a proportionate basis
2024 2023
Investments in Investments in Investments in Investments in
investment investment investment investment
properties at fair properties at Total properties at fair properties
(€Mn) value
cost
(2)
investments value
at cost
(2)
Total investments
Shopping Centres
France
136.3
9.3
145.5
168.7
7.1
175.8
Spain
27.5
8.0
35.5
85.2
9.5
94.7
United States
119.4
5.1
124.5
165.2
14.6
179.8
Central Europe
47.5
5.1
52.6
21.9
6.9
28.7
Austria
15.6
–
15.6
45.2
–
45.2
Germany
569.3
–
569.3
226.4
93.2
319.6
Nordics
39.2
0.6
39.8
69.1
2.4
71.5
The Netherlands
13.1
2.4
15.5
16.2
–
16.2
United Kingdom
68.7
–
68.7
52.7
–
52.7
Total Shopping Centres
1,036.5
30.5
1,067.1
850.6
133.7
984.3
Offices & Others
France
66.4
6.3
72.6
78.7
17.8
96.6
Others
245.0
6.4
251.4
153.6
76.8
230.4
Total Offices & Others
311.4
12.7
324.1
232.3
94.7
327.0
C. & E.
(1)
France
57.9
–
57.9
57.0
–
57.0
Total
1,405.8
43.2
1,449.0
1,139.9
228.3
1,368.2
(1) Convention & Exhibition segment.
(2) Before transfer between category of investment property.
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Note 5. Investment properties, tangible and intangible assets, Goodwill
5.1. Investment properties
5.1.1. Accounting principles
Investment properties (IAS 40 and
IFRS 13)
In accordance with IAS 40, investment properties are shown at their
fair value. According to IFRS 13, the fair value is defined as the price
that would be received to sell an asset or paid to transfer a liability in
an orderly transaction between market participants at the
measurement date (i.e. an exit price). Expectations about future
improvements or modifications to be made to the property interest to
reflect its highest and best use have to be considered in the
appraisal, such as the renovation of or an extension to the property
interest.
URW complies with the IFRS 13 fair value measurement rule and the
position paper
(1)
on IFRS 13 established by the European Public Real
Estate Association (“EPRA”), the representative body of the publicly
listed real estate industry in Europe.
Transaction costs incurred for an asset deal are capitalised in the
value of the investment property. Capitalised expenses include
capital expenditures, eviction costs, capitalised financial interests,
external letting fees invoiced by third parties and other internal costs
related to development projects.
In accordance with IFRS 16 and IAS 40, the right-of-use assets
arising from leased property which meet the definition of an
investment property are measured at fair value.
IPUC are covered by IAS 40 and are eligible to be measured at fair
value. In accordance with the Group’s investment properties
valuation method, they are measured at fair value by a qualified
independent external appraiser twice a year. As part of the
recommendations of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors,
URW applies a rotation on the appraisal mandates on a regular basis;
the last rotation occurred in 2021. Projects for which the fair value is
not reliably determinable are measured at cost until such time that a
fair value measurement becomes reliable, or until 1 year before the
construction completion.
According to the Group, a development project is eligible for a fair
value measurement once all 3 of the following criteria are fulfilled:
• All administrative authorisations needed to complete the project
are obtained;
• The construction has started and costs are committed toward the
contractor; and
• Substantial uncertainty in future rental income has been
eliminated.
If the time to delivery is less than 1 year, the project is accounted for
at fair value.
For properties measured at fair value, the market value adopted by
URW is determined on the basis of appraisals by qualified
independent external experts, who value the Group’s portfolio as at
June 30 and December 31 of each year. The gross value is reduced
by disposal costs and transfer taxes
(2)
, depending on the country and
on the tax situation of the property, in order to arrive at a net market
value.
For the Shopping Centres and Offices & Others portfolios, the
independent appraisers determine the fair market value based on the
results of 2 methods: the discounted cash flow (“DCF”) methodology
as well as the yield methodology. Furthermore, the resulting
valuations are cross-checked against the initial yield, value per
square metre and the fair market values established through actual
market transactions.
Appraisers have been given access to all information relevant for
valuations, such as the Group’s confidential rent rolls, including
information on vacancy, break options, expiry dates and lease
incentives, performance indicators (e.g. footfall and sales where
available), letting evidence and the Group’s cash flow forecasts from
annually updated detailed asset business plans.
Appraisers make their independent assessments of current and
forward-looking cash flow profiles, and usually reflect risk either in
the cash flow forecasts (e.g. future rental levels, growth, investment
requirements, void periods and incentives, and rent relief), in the
applied required returns or discount rates and in the yield applied to
capitalise the exit rent to determine an exit value. A significant
amount of information has been made available to the appraisers in
relation to several ESG KPIs on an asset-by-asset basis
(3)
in
connection with a new AFREXIM ESG scorecard built by main
valuation firms, international shopping centres’ landlords and
French institutions representing a diverse scope of retail market
participants. Amongst others, these KPIs are the Energy Use
Intensity on common areas, BREEAM certificate label part I and II,
climate risk studies outcomes, renewable energy on-site production
or presence of electric vehicles chargers. Appraisers have reviewed
and considered the information provided in their valuation process.
Capex to be spent in the next 5 years for the Energy Action Plan
defined by the Group were integrated in the valuation model.
(1) EPRA position paper on IFRS 13 – Fair value measurement and illustrative disclosures, February 2013.
(2) Transfer taxes are valued on the assumption that the property is sold directly, even though the cost of these taxes would, in certain cases, be reduced if the property’s holding
company would be sold.
(3) For European shopping centres.
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The information relating to the Group’s ESG roadmap provided
during the Investors Day in October 2023 was updated so that
appraisers could integrate it in their valuations (see 2.3.2 “Impact of
climate change matters on the financial statements”).
The sites of the C&E portfolio are qualified as investment property.
For the C&E portfolio, the valuation methodology adopted is mainly
based on a DCF model applied to the total net income projected over
the life of the concession, or over the life of the long-term lease
(notably the Porte de Versailles long-term lease) or leasehold if it
exists, or otherwise over a 10-year period, with an estimate of the
asset value at the end of the given time period, based either on the
residual contractual value for concessions or on capitalised cash
flows over the last year. The valuations carried out by the appraisers
took into account total net income, which comprised net rents and
ancillary services, as well as net income from car parks. The cost of
maintenance works, major repairs, refurbishments, redevelopments
and extensions, as well as concession or leasehold fees, are included
in projected cash flow figures.
The income statement for a given year (Y) records the change in
value for each property, which is determined as follows:
market value Y – [market value Y-1 + amount of works and other
costs capitalised in year Y].
Capital gains on disposals of investment properties are calculated by
comparison with their latest market value recorded in the closing
statement of financial position for the previous financial year.
Properties under construction carried at cost are subject to
impairment tests, determined on the basis of the estimated
recoverable value of the project. The recoverable value of a project is
assessed, for significant projects by a qualified independent external
appraiser and for others internally by the Development & Investment
teams, through the expected delivery date, expected development
costs, and considering a market exit capitalisation rate (“ECR”) and
the expected net rents. When the estimated recoverable value is
lower than net book value, an impairment provision is recorded.
Properties held for sale are identified separately in the statement of
financial position according to IFRS 5.
5.1.2. Investment properties at fair value – IFRS basis
(€ Mn) Dec. 31, 2024 Dec. 31, 2023
Shopping Centres
32,639.5
32,015.9
France
10,902.8
10,841.3
Spain
3,127.6
3,329.9
US
5,406.8
4,577.8
Central Europe
4,359.5
3,888.9
Austria
2,026.8
2,056.5
Germany
1,539.5
2,169.7
Nordics
2,406.0
2,427.5
The Netherlands
1,493.3
1,453.2
UK
1,377.3
1,271.2
Offices & Others
1,626.4
2,404.2
France
923.9
1,511.9
Other countries
702.5
892.3
Convention & Exhibition
2,442.9
2,492.7
Total
36,708.8
36,912.8
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The variance is explained in the table below:
Total
Convention & investment Properties held for
(€ Mn)
Shopping Centres
Offices & Others
Exhibition properties sale Total
Dec. 31, 2022
33,025.6
2,327.1
2,478.1
37,830.8
–
37,830.8
Acquisitions
21.5
–
–
21.5
–
21.5
Entry into scope of consolidation
112.9
–
–
112.9
–
112.9
Capitalised expenses
730.4
214.8
56.9
1,002.1
–
1,002.1
Disposals/exits from the scope of consolidation
(668.4)
(94.8)
–
(763.2)
–
(763.2)
Reclassification and transfer of category
566.3
329.8
66.8
962.9
33.9
996.8
Discounting impact
0.1
–
–
0.1
–
0.1
Valuation movements
(1,626.2)
(375.9)
(109.2)
(2,111.3)
–
(2,111.3)
Currency translation
(146.3)
3.3
–
(142.9)
–
(142.9)
Dec. 31, 2023
32,015.9
2,404.2
2,492.7
36,912.8
33.9
36,946.7
Acquisitions
3.6
0.6
–
4.2
–
4.2
Entry into scope of consolidation
(1)
465.0
39.7
–
504.7
–
504.7
Capitalised expenses
(2)
945.0
302.3
57.8
1,305.0
0.7
1,305.7
Disposals/exits from the scope of consolidation
(3)
(458.7)
(196.8)
–
(655.5)
(34.6)
(690.1)
Reclassification and transfer of category
(278.5)
(323.2)
(58.4)
(660.1)
683.5
23.3
(4)
Discounting impact
0.0
–
–
0.0
–
0.0
Valuation movements
(5)
(372.0)
(609.5)
(49.1)
(1,030.5)
–
(1,030.5)
Currency translation
319.2
9.1
–
328.3
–
328.3
Dec. 31, 2024
32,639.6
1,626.4
2,442.9
36,708.8
683.5
(6)
37,392.3
(1) Relates to the change of consolidation method of Westfield Montgomery and CH Ursynów and the entry of the related fully consolidated companies.
(2) Capitalised expenses mainly relate to:
• Shopping centre and offices parts of Westfield Hamburg-Überseequartier in Germany (see note 1.1.3. Westfield Hamburg-Überseequartier opening date);
• Shopping centres in France and US; and
• Convention & Exhibition sites such as the Parc des Expositions in Porte de Versailles.
(3) Includes mainly the disposals of Pasing Arcaden in Germany, Gaîté Montparnasse Offices and the Group’s units in La Valentine in France, and Equinoccio in Spain (see note
1.1.2 Disposals in 2024).
(4) Includes mainly the revaluation of the financial leases.
(5) The negative valuation movements relate mainly to Westfield Hamburg-Überseequartier.
(6) Does not include the lease incentives impact.
Valuation assumptions and sensitivity of the fully consolidated assets
Considering the limited public data available, the complexity of real estate asset valuations, as well as the fact that appraisers use in their valuations
the non-public rent rolls of the Group’s assets, URW believes it is appropriate to classify its assets under Level 3 as per IFRS 13. In addition,
unobservable inputs, including appraisers’ assumption on growth rates and Exit Capitalisation Rates (“ECRs”), are used by appraisers to determine
the fair value of URW’s assets.
As at December 31, 2024, 97% of URW’s portfolio was appraised by qualified independent external appraisers.
The net outstanding balances of deferred lease incentives and key money amortised over the expected term of the lease, which corrected the
appraisal value, represented -€197.1 Mn (-€185.8 Mn as at December 31, 2023).
The following tables provide a number of quantitative elements used by the appraisers to assess the fair valuation of the Group’s assets.
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Shopping Centres
All shopping centres are valued using the DCF and/or yield methodologies.
The table below only includes fully consolidated assets.
Rent in € Exit Capitalisation
Shopping Centres - December 31, 2024
Net Initial Yield
per sqm
(a)
Discount Rate
(b)
Rate
(c)
CAGR of NRI
(d)
Max
8.2%
1,004
10.5%
62.4%
19.3%
France
Min
4.3%
158
6.7%
4.8%
3.9%
Weighted average
4.9%
640
6.9%
5.0%
5.3%
Max
6.8%
618
9.9%
6.8%
3.4%
Spain
Min
5.3%
341
7.9%
5.4%
2.7%
Weighted average
5.8%
445
8.3%
5.8%
3.1%
Max
8.9%
752
10.0%
9.6%
2.6%
Central Europe
Min
5.8%
159
7.4%
5.6%
1.6%
Weighted average
6.1%
492
7.9%
5.9%
2.0%
Max
5.7%
439
7.1%
5.1%
2.9%
Austria
Min
5.4%
341
7.0%
5.1%
2.8%
Weighted average
5.5%
387
7.1%
5.1%
2.8%
Max
7.6%
355
10.6%
8.5%
6.1%
Germany
Min
4.7%
171
6.6%
5.1%
1.5%
Weighted average
5.8%
286
7.5%
5.8%
3.7%
Max
6.0%
456
8.0%
6.0%
5.5%
Nordics
Min
4.6%
273
6.9%
5.0%
3.1%
Weighted average
4.9%
377
7.2%
5.3%
3.8%
Max
9.1%
405
8.5%
7.3%
4.3%
The Netherlands
Min
5.0%
293
6.5%
5.0%
2.6%
Weighted average
5.6%
374
6.8%
5.4%
3.6%
Max
5.8%
1,722
8.0%
6.8%
8.8%
US
Min
3.9%
385
7.3%
5.0%
3.8%
Weighted average
5.0%
840
7.5%
5.5%
4.8%
Net Initial Yield (“NIY”), Discount Rate (“DR”) and ECR weighted by Gross Market Value (“GMV”). Vacant assets, assets considered at bid value, assets under restructuring and
minor assets are not included in Min. and Max. calculation. Assets under development or not controlled by URW, the airport activities and the UK asset are not included in this
table.
(a) Average annual rent (Minimum Guaranteed Rent (“MGR”) + Sales Based Rent (“SBR”)) per asset per square meter.
(b) Rate used to calculate the net present value of future cash flows.
(c) Rate used to capitalise the exit rent to determine the exit value of an asset.
(d) Compound annual growth rate (“CAGR”) of Net Rental Income (“NRI”) determined by the appraiser (duration of the DCF model used either 6 or 10 years).
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Rent in € Exit Capitalisation
Shopping Centres - December 31, 2023
Net Initial Yield
per sqm
(a)
Discount Rate
(b)
Rate
(c)
CAGR of NRI
(d)
Max
7.8%
968
10.0%
20.0%
21.2%
France
Min
3.5%
160
6.7%
4.7%
4.3%
Weighted average
4.9%
632
6.9%
4.9%
5.3%
Max
10.6%
620
14.0%
9.5%
4.2%
Spain
Min
5.0%
136
7.9%
5.3%
2.7%
Weighted average
5.8%
411
8.4%
5.6%
3.4%
Max
9.2%
734
9.8%
9.5%
2.3%
Central Europe
Min
6.0%
306
7.5%
5.6%
1.5%
Weighted average
6.3%
509
7.9%
5.9%
2.0%
Max
5.4%
449
7.0%
5.1%
4.4%
Austria
Min
5.3%
343
7.0%
5.1%
3.0%
Weighted average
5.3%
393
7.0%
5.1%
3.7%
Max
7.6%
528
9.4%
7.3%
4.8%
Germany
Min
5.0%
201
6.6%
5.0%
1.4%
Weighted average
5.8%
336
7.4%
5.5%
3.3%
Max
6.4%
467
7.9%
5.9%
4.9%
Nordics
Min
4.6%
296
6.9%
4.9%
3.4%
Weighted average
5.1%
390
7.1%
5.1%
3.6%
Max
8.1%
397
8.3%
7.1%
3.3%
The Netherlands
Min
5.2%
283
6.5%
5.0%
1.3%
Weighted average
5.6%
369
6.7%
5.4%
2.9%
Max
5.4%
1,438
7.5%
6.0%
9.5%
US
Min
3.2%
476
6.8%
5.0%
3.2%
Weighted average
4.6%
841
7.1%
5.3%
4.9%
NIY, DR and ECR weighted by GMV. Vacant assets, assets considered at bid value, and assets under restructuring are not included in Min. and Max. calculation. Assets under
development or not controlled by URW, the airport activities and the UK asset are not included in this table.
(a) Average annual rent (MGR + SBR) per asset per square meter.
(b) Rate used to calculate the net present value of future cash flows.
(c) Rate used to capitalise the exit rent to determine the exit value of an asset.
(d) CAGR of NRI determined by the appraiser (duration of the DCF model used either 6 or 10 years).
The tables below show the sensitivity on URW’s Shopping Centre portfolio value for assets fully consolidated, excluding assets under development
and the airport activities.
The percentages below are indicative of evolutions in case of various evolutions of NIY, DR, ECR and appraisers’ Estimated Rental Value (“ERV”).
Sensitivity
Impact in € Mn
Impact in %
+25 bps in NIY
(1,502)
(4.5)%
+25 bps in DR
(538)
(1.6)%
+10 bps in ECR
(399)
(1.2)%
-5% in appraisers’ ERV
(1,284)
(3.8)%
Sensitivity
Impact in € Mn
Impact in %
-25 bps in NIY
+1,650
+4.9%
-25 bps in DR
+549
+1.6%
-10 bps in ECR
+414
+1.2%
+5% in appraisers’ ERV
+1,070
+3.2%
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Offices & Others
Appraisers value the Group’s Offices & Others portfolio using the DCF and yield methodologies.
The tables below show the sensitivity on URW’s Offices & Others portfolio value for assets fully consolidated, excluding assets under development.
The percentages below are indicative of evolutions in case of various evolutions of NIY.
Sensitivity
Impact in € Mn
Impact in %
+25 bps in NIY
(67)
(3.8)%
-25 bps in NIY
+72
+4.1%
Convention & Exhibition
The table shows below the sensitivity of the C&E portfolio related to the weighted average cost of capital (“WACC”).
Sensitivity
Impact in € Mn
Impact in %
+25 bps in WACC
(83.6)
(4.0)%
-25 bps in WACC
+89.4
+4.3%
5.1.3. Investment Properties Under Construction at cost – IFRS basis
(€ Mn) Dec. 31, 2024 Dec. 31, 2023
Shopping Centres
301.0
307.2
France
102.9
138.7
Spain
113.2
110.4
US
10.7
2.7
Central Europe
62.0
44.3
Austria
–
–
Germany
–
1.8
Nordics
9.9
9.3
The Netherlands
2.4
–
UK
–
–
Offices & Others
101.8
98.3
France
20.2
24.0
Other countries
81.6
74.3
Convention & Exhibition
–
–
Total
402.8
405.4
Assets still stated at cost were subject to impairment tests as at December 31, 2024. Allowances were recorded for a total amount of -€48.5 Mn in
2024. It mainly corresponds to an asset in Paris region.
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Total
investment
properties at Properties held for
(€ Mn)
Gross value
Impairment
cost sale Total
Dec. 31, 2022
1,676.2
(513.6)
1,162.6
–
1,162.6
Acquisitions
(0.3)
–
(0.3)
–
(0.3)
Capitalised expenses
216.6
–
216.6
–
216.6
Disposals/exits from the scope of consolidation
(20.0)
11.8
(8.1)
–
(8.1)
Reclassification and transfer of category
(1,053.4)
203.2
(850.2)
9.4
(840.8)
Write-off
(2.2)
–
(2.2)
–
(2.2)
Impairment/reversal
–
(114.0)
(114.0)
–
(114.0)
Currency translation
1.8
(0.7)
1.1
–
1.1
Dec. 31, 2023
818.7
(413.3)
405.4
9.4
414.8
Acquisitions
0.4
–
0.4
–
0.4
Entry into the scope of consolidation
10.8
(1.3)
9.5
–
9.5
Capitalised expenses
38.6
–
38.6
1.4
40.0
Disposals/exits from the scope of consolidation
(1.7)
–
(1.7)
(10.8)
(12.5)
Reclassification and transfer of category
(31.0)
31.7
0.8
4.7
5.5
Write-off
(5.3)
–
(5.3)
–
(5.3)
Impairment/reversal
(1)
–
(48.5)
(48.5)
–
(48.5)
Currency translation
4.3
(0.7)
3.6
0.2
3.8
Dec. 31, 2024
834.9
(432.1)
402.8
4.9
407.7
(1) Impairment mainly relates to an asset in Paris region.
5.2. Tangible assets
5.2.1. Accounting principles
Under IAS 16, operating assets are valued at their historic cost, less
cumulative depreciation, and any decrease in value. Depreciation is
calculated using the “component accounting” method, where each
asset is broken down into major components based on their useful
life. The 4 components of a property are the main structure, the
façade, technical equipment, and finishing fixtures and fittings,
depreciated respectively over 60, 30, 20 and 15 years for Offices &
Others properties, and 35, 25, 20 and 15 years for Shopping Centres
assets.
If the appraisal value of a property is lower than net book value, an
impairment provision is recorded.
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5.2.2. Changes in tangible assets
Furniture and
Net value (€ Mn)
equipment
Right-of-use assets
Total
Dec. 31, 2022
78.5
58.8
137.3
Acquisitions and capitalised expenses
32.1
0.6
32.8
Reclassification
0.1
1.0
1.1
Disposals/exits from the scope
(1.5)
(4.4)
(5.9)
Depreciation
(21.1)
(13.4)
(34.5)
Impairment/reversal
(1)
(16.7)
–
(16.7)
Currency translation
(0.7)
(0.3)
(1.0)
Dec. 31, 2023
70.7
42.4
113.0
Acquisitions and capitalised expenses
27.6
–
27.6
Reclassification
0.9
(0.4)
0.5
Disposals/exits from the scope
–
(0.1)
(0.1)
Depreciation
(20.6)
(10.1)
(30.7)
Impairment/reversal
(1)
1.9
–
1.9
Currency translation
1.6
0.6
2.1
Dec. 31, 2024
82.1
32.4
114.4
(1) Mainly impairment/reversal on Viparis assets according to the external appraisals.
5.3. Intangible assets
5.3.1. Accounting principles
Intangible assets (IAS 38)/Impairment of
assets (IAS 36)
An intangible asset is recognised when it is identifiable and
separable and can be sold, transferred, licensed, rented or
exchanged, either individually or as part of a contract with an
attached asset or a liability, or which arises from contractual or other
legal rights regardless of whether those rights are transferable or
separable. After initial recognition, intangible assets are recognised
at cost less any amortisation charges and impairment losses.
Intangible assets with a finite life are amortised on a linear basis over
the life of the asset.
Intangible assets with an indefinite useful life are not amortised.
The useful life of intangible assets is reviewed each year.
An impairment test is carried out whenever there is an indication of
impairment and, at least annually, for intangible assets with an
indefinite useful life. The impairment test consists of comparing the
book value with the recoverable amount of the intangible asset. The
recoverable amount of an asset is the maximum between its fair
value less disposal costs and its value in use. The fair value of each
asset is individually determined by qualified independent external
appraisers using the DCF methodology. If the appraisal value of an
intangible asset is lower than net book value, an impairment is
recorded.
The intangible assets arise from:
• The Property Management (“PM”) business in the US and the UK;
• The DD&C business in the US and the UK;
• The airport activities in the US;
• The Westfield trademark;
• Rights and exhibitions – mainly Viparis entities; and
• Other intangible assets.
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Intangible assets for PM, DD&C and airport activities relate to the
value of the customer contracts identified for these activities at the
date of acquisition of Westfield. They correspond to contracts with
shopping centres held through joint ventures in accordance with
IFRS 11 and to contracts with airport operators and/or local
authorities. Customer contracts were separately analysed for
Flagship and Regional centres as they present different features.
PM contracts with Regionals, airport activities and DD&C contracts
are fully amortised.
The useful life of the PM contracts with Flagship centres are
considered indefinite since the PM contracts have no termination
date and URW shall remain the sole property manager as long as it is
the co-owner of the shopping centres.
The incremental value of the Westfield trademark corresponds to
the portion of the trademark value that is not captured in the
shopping centre values. The useful life of the Westfield trademark is
also considered indefinite. Consequently, all these assets are not
amortised and tested for impairment.
5.3.2. Changes in intangible assets
Rights and Other intangible
Net value (€ Mn)
PM/DD&C
Trademark
exhibitions assets Total
Dec. 31, 2022
254.3
425.8
117.0
23.4
820.5
Acquisitions
–
–
–
14.2
14.2
Disposals
–
–
–
–
–
Amortisation
(5.4)
–
(2.0)
(12.6)
(20.0)
Impairment/reversal
(11.9)
(2.7)
18.1
–
3.5
Currency translation
(0.5)
–
–
(0.4)
(0.9)
Reclassification
–
–
–
12.4
12.4
Dec. 31, 2023
236.5
423.2
133.1
36.9
829.6
Acquisitions
–
–
–
13.3
13.3
Disposals/exits from the scope of consolidation
–
–
–
(8.7)
(8.7)
Amortisation
(0.9)
–
(2.0)
(9.7)
(12.6)
Impairment/reversal
(1)
(2.3)
2.7
4.6
–
5.1
Currency translation
12.8
–
–
0.6
13.4
Dec. 31, 2024
246.1
(2)
425.8
(2)
135.8
32.5
840.2
(1) The net impairment variation relates to reversals in Viparis’ intangible assets, US PM activity and Group Trademark value partly offset by net allowances in the UK PM
activity.
(2) Amounts related to Westfield’s intangibles acquisition arise from property business (PM, DD&C, Airport) of Flagship centres in the US and the UK and the trademark, and
amount to €672.0 Mn.
As at December 31, 2024, the net intangible assets correspond to:
• The Property Management (PM) business in the US and the UK;
• The Westfield trademark;
• Rights and exhibitions - mainly Viparis entities; and
• Other intangible assets.
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PM
As at December 31, 2024, impairment tests have been performed on the
valuations of independent external appraisers leading to a -€10.3 Mn
accrual of impairment for PM business in the UK and to a +€8.1 Mn
reversal of impairment for the US.
One of the main assumptions used to value the PM is the DR, which
stands between 10.1 % and 10.4%.
The table below shows the sensitivity of the Property Management assets value and the impact in the result as determined at December 31, 2024:
(Additional)/
Impact in the Reversal of
Sensitivity value (€ Mn) impairment (€ Mn)
-25bps in DR
+7.7
+7.7
+25bps in DR
(7.3)
(7.3)
-10bps LTGR
(2.0)
(2.0)
+10bps LTGR
+2.1
+2.1
Trademark
As at December 31, 2024, the impairment test performed was based on an independent external appraisal leading to the reversal of the -€2.7 Mn
impairment recognised in 2023.
The table below shows the sensitivity of the Trademark as determined at December 31, 2024:
Sensitivity
Impairment (€ Mn)
+25 bps in DR
(30.6)
Rights and exhibitions
As at December 31, 2024, impairment tests were performed on the intangible assets relating to the Viparis entities based on the valuations of
independent external appraisers and a reversal of impairment of +€4.6 Mn was recognised.
The table below shows the sensitivity of the Rights and exhibitions portfolio related to the weighted average cost of capital (“WACC”) and the impact
in the result as determined at December 31, 2024:
(Additional)/
Impact in the Impact in % of the Reversal of
Sensitivity value (€ Mn) portfolio value impairment (€ Mn)
+25bps in “WACC”
(24.3)
(5.3)%
(6.8)
-25bps in “WACC”
+26.2
+5.7%
+10.9
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5.4. Goodwill
5.4.1. Accounting principles
The accounting rules for business combinations comply with IFRS 3
(Revised).
Goodwill is measured as the excess of the sum of the consideration
transferred, the amount of any noncontrolling interests in the
acquiree, and the fair value of the acquirer’s previously held equity
interest in the acquiree (if any) over the net of the acquisition‑date
amounts of the identifiable assets acquired and the liabilities
assumed. If, after reassessment, the net of the acquisition‑date
amounts of the identifiable assets acquired and liabilities assumed
exceeds the sum of the consideration transferred, the amount of any
non‑controlling interests in the acquiree and the fair value of the
acquirer’s previously held interest in the acquiree (if any), the excess
is recognised immediately in profit or loss as a bargain purchase gain.
IFRS 3 (Revised) stipulates a maximum period of 12 months from the
acquisition date for the accounting of the acquisition to be finalised;
adjustments to values applied must be related to facts and
circumstances existing at the acquisition date. Therefore, beyond
this 12-month period, any earn-out adjustment must be recognised in
income for the fiscal year unless the additional consideration is an
equity instrument.
Where a business is acquired in stages, the previous investment is
remeasured at fair value at the date if and when the control is
transferred. Any difference between fair value and net book value of
this investment is recognised in income.
Any change in the Group’s interest in an entity that results in a loss of
control is recognised as a gain/loss on disposal and the remaining
interest is remeasured at fair value with the change being recognised
in income.
A transaction that does not affect control (additional acquisition or
disposal) is accounted for as an equity transaction between the
Group share and the non-controlling interest share without an
impact on profit or loss and/or a goodwill adjustment.
Goodwill subsequent measurement and
impairment
Goodwill is carried at cost less any accumulated impairment losses.
In compliance with IAS 36, the Group performs impairment testing to
determine if there is any indication of impairment, at least once a
year or whenever there is an indication of impairment. For the
purposes of this test, assets are grouped into cash-generating units
(“CGUs”).
CGUs are standardised groups of assets whose continued use
generates cash inflows that are largely separate from those
generated by other asset groups.
An impairment loss must be recognised whenever the recoverable
value of the goodwill is less than its carrying amount. Impairment
losses relating to the value of goodwill cannot be reversed.
Goodwill relating to optimised value of
deferred taxes
Goodwill may arise on acquiring an asset via a share deal, where the
Group inherits the fiscal basis of the assets. It is measured using the
difference between the deferred taxes accounted for in the balance
sheet according to IAS 12, and an estimate of the effective taxes to be
paid in case of a share deal. In this case the impairment test
incorporates a comparison between the accounting value of the
goodwill and the potential tax optimisation existing at the date of
reporting.
Goodwill relating to fee business
This goodwill relates to the following activities: PM, airport and
DD&C.
Impairment tests are performed annually or when an impairment
indicator is identified and are based on valuations performed by
independent external appraisers, using the DCF method.
The values attributable to the PM business were allocated to the US,
the UK and Germany, the values attributable to the DD&C business
were allocated to the US and the UK and the value of the airport
activities was allocated to the US, based on independent external
valuation.
The goodwill relating to the fee business in the US and the UK is fully
impaired.
Goodwill relating to synergies and
workforce
Goodwill relating to the Westfield Corporation acquisition has been
allocated per geographical segment as it is the lowest level within
the Group at which goodwill is monitored.
The allocation per geographical segment was performed based on
the cost and revenue synergies expected to be generated as a result
of the business combination.
The expected cost and revenue synergies were allocated to the US,
the UK, France Retail, Spain, Central Europe and the Nordics.
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The amount related to the value of the workforce acquired was
allocated to the US and the UK.
The goodwill allocated to the US, the UK, Spain, Central Europe and
the Nordics is fully impaired.
Impairment test:
Since the geographical segments are the lowest level within a URW
company at which goodwill is monitored, for internal management
purposes, the impairment test is performed at geographical segment
level and, in accordance with IAS 36, for a group of CGUs.
The geographical segments to which goodwill has been allocated
are tested for impairment by comparing the Net Asset Value (“NAV”)
of the geographical segment, with the recoverable value, which is
determined as the higher of the fair value less cost of disposal and its
value in use.
The recoverable value is determined on value in use based on the
DCF derived from the 5-year Business Plan (“5YBP”) approved by the
MB and the SB.
The Group performs comprehensive impairment tests of the
goodwill allocated to each geographical segment at the end of
December, based on:
• The operating cash flows derived from the 5YBP exercise for
2025–2029 per geographical segment;
• The DR before tax per geographical segment based on a
calculation of WACC per region, which reflect the current market
assessment of the interest rates and the specific risks associated
with each geographical segment as at December 31. These DRs
were also compared with the DRs used by appraisers for the
valuation of Investment Properties as at December 31, and the
consistency between those was ensured;
• An allocation of the Group’s corporate administrative expenses to
the geographical segments, as a percentage of their respective
NRI; and
• A DCF calculation for each geographical segment on a 10-year
basis, consistent with the method applied by the Group’s
appraisers, and a discounted terminal value, to which a LTGR
estimated as at December 31, is applied.
A comparison has been performed for each geographical segment,
between:
• The value in use of the geographical segment at the end of
December, as determined above; and
• The NAV of the geographical segment at the end of December,
including the intangible assets and goodwill allocated, based on
the IFRS segment reporting.
Goodwill relating to the ability to
generate development projects
This goodwill relates to URW Germany business.
Impairment tests performed on this goodwill are based on an
independent external appraisal, performed once a year as at
December 31, or when there is an indication of impairment, and using
the DCF method.
As at December 31, 2024, this goodwill was fully depreciated.
5.4.2. Changes in goodwill
As at December 31, 2024, goodwill breaks down as follows:
Synergies,
workforce and
ability to generate
Optimised value of development
Net value (€ Mn)
deferred taxes
Fee business
projects Total
Dec. 31, 2022
176.6
119.3
783.4
1,079.2
Disposal
–
–
–
–
Impairment
(1.1)
–
(232.9)
(234.0)
Currency translation
–
–
–
–
Dec. 31, 2023
175.5
119.3
550.5
845.2
Disposal
–
–
–
–
Impairment
–
(33.8)
(5.5)
(39.2)
Currency translation
–
–
–
–
Dec. 31, 2024
175.5
85.5
545.0
806.0
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The allocation of goodwill per geographical segment breaks down as follows:
(€ Mn)
France Retail
Central Europe
Austria
Germany
Other
Total
Goodwill Dec. 31, 2023
547.2
87.3
72.9
127.6
10.3
845.2
Disposal
–
–
–
–
–
–
Impairment
–
–
–
(39.2)
–
(39.2)
Currency translation
–
–
–
–
–
–
Goodwill Dec. 31, 2024
547.2
87.3
72.9
88.4
10.3
806.0
The Group performs an impairment test for each category of goodwill.
Goodwill relating to optimised value of
deferred taxes
As at December 31, 2024, no additional impairment was recognised.
Goodwill relating to fee business
As at December 31, 2024, an additional impairment of -€33.8 Mn was
recognised.
Goodwill relating to the ability to generate
development projects
An impairment test, performed on this goodwill and based on an
independent external appraisal, was performed as at
December 31, 2024.
As at December 31, 2024, an additional impairment of -€5.5 Mn was
recognised, and this goodwill is fully depreciated.
Goodwill relating to synergies and
workforce
As at December 31, 2024, the only remaining value of goodwill resulting
from the Westfield acquisition is that which is allocated to France
Retail, the other geographical segments having been totally
depreciated.
The main assumptions for calculating the value in use are the WACC, LTGR and CAGR of NRI as displayed in the table below.
France Retail
Dec. 31, 2023
WACC before tax in %
6.87%
LTGR in %
1.93%
CAGR of NRI in %
5.20%
Dec. 31, 2024
WACC before tax in %
6.86%
LTGR in %
1.82%
CAGR of NRI in %
5.20%
An increase in the WACC, a decrease in the LTGR or a decrease in the
CAGR of NRI as determined at December 31, 2024, would not
necessarily result in a value in use lower than the NAV as the NAV
includes investment properties which are carried at fair value. These
changes would reduce the fair value of those properties and ultimately
the NAV.
Therefore, the impact of such changes should be viewed on a combined
basis on the value in use and the NAV to appreciate the net effect on the
financial statements.
Based on these assumptions used for calculating the value in use, no
additional impairment was recognised on the remaining value of the
goodwill allocated to France Retail.
A change of +25 bps in the WACC as determined at December 31, 2024,
without any change in the LTGR and CAGR of NRI would not lead to
additional impairment of goodwill.
A change of -10 bps in LTGR as determined at December 31, 2024,
without any change in the WACC and CAGR of NRI would not lead to
additional impairment of goodwill.
A change of -50 bps in the CAGR of NRI as determined at December 31,
2024, without any change in the WACC and LTGR would not lead to
additional impairment of goodwill.
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5.5. Valuation movements on assets
This item reflects changes in market valuation of investment properties, impairment and reversal on tangible and intangible assets and amortisation
of fair value of assets recorded for the purpose of purchase price allocation.
(€ Mn) 2024 2023
Investment properties at fair value
(1,030.5)
(2,111.3)
Shopping Centres
(371.9)
(1,626.2)
Offices & Others
(609.5)
(375.9)
Convention & Exhibition
(49.1)
(109.2)
Investment properties at cost
(53.8)
(116.1)
Tangible and intangible assets
6.0
(18.6)
Total
(1,078.3)
(2,246.0)
5.6. Amounts paid for works and acquisition of property assets
(consolidated statement of cash flows)
In 2024, amounts paid for works and acquisition of property assets amount to €1,308.3 Mn. They comprise acquisitions, transaction capitalised costs,
and works and capitalised expenses, and are adjusted for the changes on amounts due on investments in the period.
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Note 6. Shares and investments in companies accounted for using the
equity method
6.1. Accounting principles
The accounting principles are detailed in note 3.1.1 “Scope and methods of consolidation”.
Following the Westfield acquisition, the Group has significant co-ownership interest in a number of properties, mainly in the US and UK through
property partnerships or trusts. These joint ventures are accounted for using the equity method. The Group and its joint ventures use consistent
accounting policies.
6.2. Shares and investments in companies accounted for using the
equity method
(€ Mn) Dec. 31, 2024 Dec. 31, 2023
Shares in companies accounted for using the equity method
6,303.5
6,260.5
Loans granted to companies accounted for using the equity method
716.0
881.0
Total shares and investments in companies accounted for using the equity method
(1)
7,019.5
7,141.5
Of which shares and investments in companies whose properties are under promise or mandate of sale
–
161.2
Total shares and investments in companies accounted for using the equity method excluding under promise or
mandate of sale
(1)
7,019.5
6,980.3
(1) Mainly relates to Shopping Centres companies.
Share of the result of companies accounted for using the equity method and income on
financial assets
The contribution of affiliates breaks down as follows:
2024 2023
Recurring Non-recurring Result Recurring activities Non-recurring Result
(€ Mn) activities
activities
(1)
activities
(1)
Total share of income from companies
365.5
(329.8)
35.6
396.6
(566.2)
(169.6)
accounted for using the equity method
Total interests on loans granted to companies
51.2
–
51.2
48.8
–
48.8
accounted for using the equity method
(1) Correspond mainly to the fair value adjustment and related deferred tax on the underlying investment properties.
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6.3. Joint ventures
According to IFRS 11, joint ventures are those entities in which the Group has joint control established by contractual agreement and rights to the
net assets of the arrangement.
6.3.1. Description of the main joint ventures accounted for using the equity method
The main jointly controlled assets accounted for using the equity method are the following:
% Interest as at % Interest as at
Name of investment
Geographical area
Dec. 31, 2024 Dec. 31, 2023
Westfield Stratford City
UK
50.0%
50.0%
Cherry Park Property & ResiCo
UK
25.0%
25.0%
CGI Metropole sro
Central Europe
50.0%
50.0%
Westfield Rosny 2
France
26.0%
26.0%
Westfield CentrO
Germany
50.0%
50.0%
Paunsdorf Center
Germany
45.0%
25.5%
Westfield Annapolis
US
Sold
55.0%
Westfield Culver City
US
55.0%
55.0%
Westfield Garden State Plaza
US
50.0%
50.0%
Westfield Southcenter
US
55.0%
55.0%
Westfield Topanga
US
55.0%
55.0%
Westfield UTC
US
50.0%
50.0%
Westfield Valley Fair
US
50.0%
50.0%
The significant joint ventures accounted for using the equity method are presented below:
Westfield Stratford City (London, United
Kingdom)
Westfield Stratford City is a joint venture with Canneth Limited
Partnership Inc.
The partnership is governed through a business manager, which is a
company jointly owned by both partners. This business manager has
significant powers to conduct the business. The budget, capital
expenditures and a number of major decisions relating to debt financing,
and approval of any refurbishment and development, and disposals,
require the approval of both partners. Therefore, under IFRS 10,
Westfield Stratford City is jointly controlled by both partners.
Partnerships in the United States
Per the co-ownership and PM agreements with its joint venture
partners, the Group is restricted from exercising control over these
interests even though the Group has more than 50% ownership interest
and voting rights. Major decisions require the approval of both the Group
and the joint venture partners and operating and capital budgets must
be approved by the management committee (both owners have equal
representation on this committee). The Group therefore has joint
control over the investments and they are accounted for using the
equity method.
Westfield CentrO (Germany)
Westfield CentrO, a leading shopping centre located in Oberhausen, is
jointly held by the Group and Canada Pension Plan Investment Board
(“CPPIB”).
The joint venture is governed by a board of directors with 6 members, 3
of which are designated by URW and 3 designated by CPPIB.
The relevant activities are the leasing, equipment, building, renovation,
as well as the management, servicing and maintenance of these assets.
The decision-making process for all these relevant activities required
the approval of both partners.
Therefore, these companies which are joint ventures are accounted for
using the equity method.
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6.3.2. Consolidated financial position of the joint ventures
The main items of the statements of financial position and income statement of joint ventures are presented in aggregate in the tables below. These
items are stated in Group share including restatements for consolidation purposes.
Shopping Centres and Convention & Exhibition companies
(€ Mn) Dec. 31, 2024 Dec. 31, 2023
Investment properties
7,110.8
7,192.7
Other non-current assets
8.1
10.4
Current assets
281.6
283.2
Assets held for sale
–
206.5
Total assets
7,400.5
7,692.8
Restated shareholders’ equity
5,503.1
5,435.1
Deferred tax liabilities
88.3
82.6
Shareholders loans
235.2
419.0
External borrowings
(1)
1,410.4
1,517.2
Other non-current liabilities
28.9
24.6
Liabilities held for sale
–
45.3
Current liabilities
134.6
169.0
Total liabilities
7,400.5
7,692.8
(1) Includes current and non-current borrowings.
(€ Mn) 2024 2023
NRI
389.8
416.7
Change in fair value of investment properties
(292.0)
(447.1)
Financial result
(49.1)
(48.4)
Net result
20.3
(132.6)
6.3.3. Valuation assumptions and sensitivity
The following tables provide a number of quantitative data in order to assess the fair valuation of the Group’s assets accounted for using the equity
method.
Shopping Centres
All shopping centres are valued using the DCF and/or yield methodologies.
Exit
Rent in € Capitalisation
Shopping Centres - December 31, 2024 Net Initial Yield
per sqm
(a)
Discount Rate
(b)
Rate
(c)
CAGR of NRI
(d)
Max
8.7%
1,034
9.5%
7.4%
4.2%
Europe
Min
5.1%
169
7.0%
5.0%
0.8%
Weighted average
6.3%
437
7.4%
5.9%
2.2%
Max
12.5%
1,225
13.0%
12.0%
5.6%
US
Min
4.2%
362
7.0%
5.0%
2.2%
Weighted average
5.4%
768
7.6%
5.9%
4.1%
NIY, DR and ECR weighted by GMV. Vacant assets, assets considered at bid value, and assets under restructuring are not included in Min. and Max. calculation. Assets under
development or not controlled by URW are not included in this table. The UK assets are included in the table.
(a) Average annual rent (MGR + SBR) per asset per square meter.
(b) Rate used to calculate the net present value of future cash flows.
(c) Rate used to capitalise the exit rent to determine the exit value of an asset.
(d) CAGR of NRI determined by the appraiser (between 6 and 10 years depending on duration of DCF model used).
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The tables below show the sensitivity on URW’s Shopping Centre portfolio value for assets accounted for using the equity method, excluding assets
under development.
The percentages below are indicative of evolutions, in the case of various evolutions, of NIY, DR, ECR and appraisers’ ERV.
Sensitivity
Impact in € Mn
Impact in %
+25 bps in NIY
(296)
(4.2)%
+25 bps in DR
(130)
(1.8)%
+10 bps in ECR
(76)
(1.1)%
-5% in appraisers’ ERV
(287)
(4.1)%
Sensitivity
Impact in € Mn
Impact in %
-25 bps in NIY
+323
+4.6%
-25 bps in DR
+133
+1.9%
-10 bps in ECR
+79
+1.1%
+5% in appraisers’ ERV
+286
+4.1%
6.4. Associates
Associates are those entities, not controlled by the Group, but in which it has a significant influence according to IAS 28.
6.4.1. Description of the main associates
accounted for using the equity
method
The main associates relate to the following assets:
• Foncière Crossroads which owns the shopping centres Aéroville and
So Ouest in the Paris region, Rennes Alma in Rennes, Toison d’Or in
Dijon and Confluence in Lyon;
• Zlote Tarasy complex (Warsaw);
• Gropius Passagen (Berlin); and
• Triangle Renan, a co-investment partnership for the development of
Triangle Tower project.
Foncière Crossroads
Foncière Crossroads, which owns a portfolio of 5 shopping centres in
France (Aéroville and So Ouest in the Paris region, Rennes Alma in
Rennes, Toison d’Or in Dijon and Confluence in Lyon), is held by a
consortium of investors formed by Crédit Agricole Assurances, La
Française and URW.
The Group holds a 45.8% stake and manages the shopping centres on
behalf of Foncière Crossroads through long-term management
contracts.
Foncière Crossroads is governed by a chairman. URW cannot be
designated as the chairman as long as it manages the shopping centres.
The proportion of the voting rights needed to make decisions about the
relevant activities of Foncière Crossroads is achieved by more than one
combination of the parties agreeing.
As a result, URW has only a significant influence on Foncière
Crossroads which is accounted for using the equity method.
Zlote Tarasy complex
The Group is the sole limited partner in a partnership which holds 100%
of a holding company (Warsaw III), which owns 100% of Zlote Tarasy
complex (Warsaw). In compliance with the restrictions imposed on URW
by the Polish competition authorities in connection with the acquisition
by the Group of the shopping centres Westfield Arkadia and Wilenska in
July 2010, the management of Warsaw III and the shopping centre and
parking is not performed by the Group. Consequently, the Group does
not control this asset and its investment in the Zlote Tarasy complex is
accounted for using the equity method.
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6.4.2. Consolidated financial position of associates
The main items of the statements of financial position and income statement of associates are presented in aggregate in the tables below. These
items are stated in Group share, including restatements for consolidation purposes.
Shopping Centres companies
(€ Mn) Dec. 31, 2024 Dec. 31, 2023
Investment properties
1,856.6
1,801.8
Other non-current assets
35.4
50.7
Current assets
175.5
154.8
Total assets
2,067.4
2,007.3
Restated shareholders’ equity
758.2
777.3
Deferred tax liabilities
123.6
120.0
Shareholders loans
480.8
462.0
External borrowings
547.6
535.1
Other non-current liabilities
93.8
64.5
Current liabilities
63.3
48.5
Total liabilities
2,067.4
2,007.3
(€ Mn) 2024 2023
NRI
104.4
101.6
Net financing cost
(41.0)
(35.6)
Change in fair value of investment properties
14.4
(73.2)
Fair value adjustments of derivatives and debt
(15.1)
(24.4)
Income tax expenses
(40.9)
(2.9)
Net result
15.3
(37.0)
6.5. Transactions with related parties (joint ventures and associates)
To the Group’s knowledge, there are neither shareholders’ pacts nor persons or groups of persons exercising or who could exercise control over the
Group.
The main related party transactions relate to transactions with companies accounted for using the equity method.
(€ Mn) Dec. 31, 2024 Dec. 31, 2023
Shopping Centres and Convention & Exhibition companies
Loans
(1)
748.2
920.8
Recognised interest
51.2
48.8
Current account in debit
4.3
4.2
Current account in credit
(6.4)
(6.1)
Asset management fees invoiced and other fees
(2)
132.1
106.0
(1) Corresponds to 100% of the financing in the shopping centres investment. The decrease is explained by the capitalisation of loans on one asset.
(2) The increase relates mainly to the property development and project management revenue in the US.
All of these transactions are based on market prices.
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Note 7. Financing and financial instruments
7.1. Accounting principles
7.1.1. Financial instruments (IAS 32/IFRS
7/IFRS 9/IFRS 13)
Classification and measurement of non-
derivative financial assets and liabilities
Financial assets
Under IFRS 9, on initial recognition, a financial asset is classified and
measured at amortised cost, at Fair Value through Other
Comprehensive Income (“FVOCI”) or at Fair Value Through Profit and
Loss (“FVTPL”). The classification of financial assets under IFRS 9 is
based on the business model in which a financial asset is managed
and its contractual cash flow characteristics.
The financial asset representing a debt instrument is measured at
amortised cost if it meets both of the following conditions and is not
designated as measured at FVTPL:
• It is held within a business model whose objective is to hold assets
to collect contractual cash flows; and
• Its contractual terms give rise on specified dates to cash flows that
are solely payments of principal and interest on the principal
amount outstanding.
A financial asset representing a debt instrument is measured at
FVOCI if it meets both of the following conditions and is not
designated as measured at FVTPL:
• It is held within a business model whose objective is achieved by
both collecting contractual cash flows and selling financial assets;
and
• Its contractual terms give rise on specified dates to cash flows that
are solely payments of principal and interests on the principal
amount outstanding.
On initial recognition of an equity investment that is not held for
trading, the Group irrevocably elected to present subsequent
changes in the investment’s fair value in OCI. This election is made on
an investment-by-investment basis.
All financial assets not classified as measured at amortised cost or
FVOCI as described above are measured at FVTPL. This includes all
derivative financial assets.
A financial asset (unless it is a trade receivable without a significant
financing component that is initially measured at the transaction
price according to IFRS 15) is initially measured at fair value plus, for
an item not measured at FVTPL, transaction costs that are directly
attributable to its acquisition.
The following accounting policies apply to the subsequent
measurement of financial assets for the Group:
Financial assets at FVTPL
These assets are subsequently measured at fair value. Net gains and
losses, including any interest or dividend income, are recognised in
profit or loss.
Financial assets at amortised cost
These assets are subsequently measured at amortised cost using
the effective interest method. The amortised cost is reduced by
expected impairment losses. Interest income, foreign exchange
gains and losses and impairment are recognised in profit or loss. Any
gain or loss on derecognition is recognised in profit or loss.
Financial assets at FVOCI
These assets are subsequently measured at fair value. Interest
income calculated using the effective interest method, foreign
exchange gains and losses and impairment are recognised in profit or
loss. Other net gains and losses are recognised in OCI. On
derecognition, gains and losses accumulated in OCI are reclassified
to profit or loss.
Equity investments at FVOCI
These assets are subsequently measured at FVTPL except in the
case of an irrevocable election to classify them at FVOCI that cannot
be reclassified.
Dividends are recognised as income in profit or loss unless the
dividend clearly represents a recovery of part of the cost of the
investment. Other net gains and losses are recognised in OCI and are
never reclassified to profit or loss.
Financial liabilities
Interest-bearing financial liabilities are initially measured at fair
value, less transaction costs directly attributable to the issue, and
after initial booking at amortised cost using the effective interest
rate.
Non-derivative financial liabilities are recognised at FVTPL.
Classification and measurement of
financial derivatives
The Group uses derivative financial instruments to hedge its
exposure to movements in interest and currency exchange rates.
All financial derivatives are recorded as financial assets or liabilities
at fair value on the statement of financial position. Fair value
variations of financial derivatives, apart from those designated as
cash flow hedges or as net investment hedges (see below), are
recognised in the income statement for the period.
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URW has a macro hedging strategy for its debt. Except for some
currency derivatives, the Group has chosen not to use the hedge
accounting proposed by IFRS 9. All such derivatives are therefore
measured at their market value and any fair value variations are
recorded in the income statement.
Changes in the fair value of forward exchange contracts that
economically hedge monetary assets and liabilities in foreign
currencies and for which no hedge accounting is applied, are
recognised in the income statement.
Valuation of credit risk and derivatives
The Group, which holds a group of financial assets or financial
liabilities, is exposed to market risks and credit risks of every single
counterparty as defined in IFRS 7. The Group applies the exception
provided by IFRS 13 (§ 48), which permits to measure the fair value of
a group of financial assets or a group of financial liabilities on the
basis of the price that would be received to sell or transfer a net
position towards a particular risk in an orderly transaction between
market participants at the measurement date under current market
conditions.
To determine the net position, the Group takes into account existing
arrangements to mitigate the credit risk exposure in the event of
default (e.g. a master netting agreement with the counterparty). The
fair value measurement takes into consideration the likelihood that
such an arrangement would be legally enforceable in the event of
default.
Valuation of derivatives takes into account the Credit Valuation
Adjustment (“CVA”) and the Debit Valuation Adjustment (“DVA”).
CVA, calculated for a given counterparty, is the product of:
• The total mark-to-market the Group has with this counterparty, in
case it is positive;
• The probability of default of this counterparty over the average
maturity, weighted by the nominal of the derivatives recorded with
them. This probability of default is taken from the Bloomberg
model, based on market data and derived from the Credit Default
Swaps of the banks; and
• The loss given default following market standard.
DVA based on URW’s credit risk corresponds to the loss that the
Group’s counterparties may face in case of the Group’s default. It is
the product of:
• The total mark-to-market the Group has with a counterparty, in
case it is negative;
• The probability of default of the Group over the average maturity,
weighted by the nominal of the total portfolio of derivatives. The
Group’s probability of default is derived from the Credit Default
Swaps of URW and taken from the Bloomberg model; and
• The loss given default following market standard.
7.1.2. Borrowing costs generated by construction projects (IAS 23)
Borrowing costs directly attributable to the acquisition or construction of an asset are capitalised as part of the cost of the respective assets. All
other borrowing costs are expensed in the period in which they occur. Borrowing costs consist of interest and other costs that an entity incurs in
connection with the borrowing of funds.
The interest costs capitalised are calculated using the Group’s weighted average costs of borrowing applied to the average value of the work
completed during each quarter, unless specific financing exists for the project. In this case, the specific interest costs of the project are
capitalised.
Capitalisation of borrowing costs starts when the asset is qualified as an IPUC and/or as inventory and ends when the project is transferred to
standing investment property at the delivery date to the tenant or earlier when the project is technically completed or when an asset is available
for sale.
7.1.3. Discounting of deferred payments
Long-term liabilities and receivables are discounted when this has a significant impact:
• Deferred payments on assets deals, share deals, acquisitions of lands have been discounted up to the payment date;
• Provisions for material liabilities taken under IAS 37 are discounted over the estimated duration of the disputes they cover; and
• Guarantee deposits received from tenants have not been discounted given the negligible impact of discounting.
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7.2. Financing result
7.2.1. Net financing costs
(€ Mn) 2024 2023
Security transactions
69.8
86.5
Other financial interest
125.7
99.8
Interest income on economical hedging instruments
(1)
446.4
372.3
Subtotal financial income
641.9
558.5
Security transactions
–
–
Interest on bonds and Euro Medium Term Notes (“EMTNs”)
(490.4)
(474.5)
Interest and expenses on borrowings
(224.2)
(156.8)
Interest on lease liability
(56.7)
(60.7)
Interest on preferred shares
(12.8)
(12.9)
Interest on partners’ advances
(57.7)
(55.7)
Other financial interest
(50.1)
(44.6)
Interest expenses on economical hedging instruments
(296.1)
(260.8)
Financial expenses before capitalisation of financial expenses
(1,187.9)
(1,066.0)
Capitalised financial expenses
79.9
71.4
Subtotal net financial expenses
(1,108.0)
(994.6)
Total net financial costs
(466.1)
(436.1)
(1) Includes interest income on economic hedging financial investments.
Financial income and expenses from the consolidated statement of cash flows correspond to cash amounts of financial interest paid and received
during the period. They do not include any non-cash items such as accrued interest and amortisation of issuance costs.
7.2.2. Fair value adjustment of derivatives, debts and currency effect
(€ Mn) 2024 2023
Currency impact
52.8
41.4
Mark-to-market, costs of purchase and disposals of derivatives
36.8
(310.3)
Other financial assets and liabilities
(25.8)
(101.1)
Debt discounting
(0.1)
0.8
Total non-recurring financial result
63.7
(369.2)
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7.3. Financial assets and liabilities
7.3.1. Investment in financial assets
Investments in financial assets mainly correspond to vendor loans
agreed on during asset disposals in France and Central Europe, and
equity interests in unlisted investments in the US.
As at December 31, 2024, investments in financial assets stand at
€269.1 Mn (compared to €260.0 Mn as at December 31, 2023). This
increase is mainly driven by changes in fair values.
7.3.2. Main financing transactions in 2024
Bond market:
On September 4, the Group secured additional liquidity through the
successful issuance of a dual-tranche green bond of €1.3 Bn, with an
average maturity of 7.5 years and an average coupon of 3.688%,
comprising:
• €650 Mn with a 5-year maturity and a 3.500% fixed coupon (i.e. Mid
swap +110 bps with zero new issue premium); and
• €650 Mn with a 10-year maturity and a 3.875% fixed coupon (i.e. Mid
swap +145 bps with zero new issue premium).
Bank debt and credit facility:
In 2024, the Group signed €2.7 Bn sustainability-linked credit facilities
with an average maturity of 4.9 years. Concurrently, the Group repaid
€500 Mn short-term loans put in place since the COVID period with a
remaining maturity of 2.6 years.
Furthermore, the Group extended, by one year the maturity of €946 Mn
existing European credit facilities under sustainability-linked format.
Mortgage debt:
During the first half, the Group refinanced €150 Mn maturing mortgage
debt on Pasing Arcaden (Germany) at a spread of Mid swap +110 bps
and a 5-year maturity. This non-recourse mortgage debt has been
repaid in H2-2024 following the disposal of the asset in November 2024.
On July 22, the Group signed a 2-year extension of $350 Mn existing
CMBS on Westfield Montgomery (US) at a fixed rate of 3.766%. This
non-recourse mortgage debt is fully consolidated in URW’s accounts
following the acquisition of the remaining 50% stake from the JV
partner in early July.
In addition, in the context of the disposal of a 25% stake in Centrum
Černý Most (Czech Republic), the JV holding the asset signed in
December an up to €268 Mn 5-year non-recourse green mortgage loan,
that will be partly used to finance the ongoing shopping mall extension.
This was the largest syndicated commercial real estate loan in the
Czech market since 2023. The drawn debt is fully consolidated in URW’s
accounts.
Short to medium term paper:
No short-term paper issued in 2024 due to the Group’s high liquidity
position.
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7.3.3. Financial debt breakdown and outstanding duration to maturity
Current
Non-current
Total Total
Outstanding duration to maturity (€ Mn)
Less than 1 year
1 year to 5 years
More than 5 years
Dec. 31, 2024 Dec. 31, 2023
Bonds and EMTNs
3,159.0
8,359.6
10,949.0
22,467.5
22,517.4
(1)
Principal debt
3,063.6
8,360.1
10,945.6
22,369.2
22,427.2
Accrued interest
225.1
–
–
225.1
231.1
Issuance costs
(67.1)
–
–
(67.1)
(70.3)
Bonds redemption premium
(62.3)
–
–
(62.3)
(71.5)
Mark-to-market of debt
(0.3)
(0.5)
3.4
2.6
0.8
Bank borrowings
2.5
2,990.1
–
2,992.6
3,045.7
Principal debt
15.1
2,993.9
–
3,009.0
3,059.9
Accrued interest
16.2
–
–
16.2
16.1
Borrowings issue fees
(35.3)
–
–
(35.3)
(36.6)
Accrued interest on bank overdrafts
–
–
–
–
0.2
Bank overdrafts and current accounts to balance out cash flow
6.4
–
–
6.4
6.2
Mark-to-market of debt
–
(3.8)
–
(3.8)
0.0
Other financial liabilities
–
28.1
1,092.3
1,120.4
1,354.9
(2)
Current accounts with non-controlling interests
–
28.1
1,092.3
1,120.4
1,354.9
(3)
Lease liabilities
85.9
262.1
631.3
979.3
977.0
Total financial debt
3,247.4
11,639.9
12,672.6
27,559.9
27,895.1
(1) Include currency impacts on debt raised in foreign currency for an amount of +€48.3 Mn as at December 31, 2024 (+€24.6 Mn as at December 31, 2023). The amount shown
in the Financial Resources note (€22,321 Mn) corresponds to the amount of bonds after impact of derivatives instruments on debt raised in foreign currencies.
(2) They are considered as non-current as they are financing the related assets.
(3) During H2-2021, URW entered into a new amendment with the Airport Authorities of Los Angeles which provides for rent reliefs related to the minimum annual guaranteed
rent. Based on the terms of the amendment, URW applied the rent relief as a lease modification accounting according to IFRS 16 to remeasure the lease liability and the right-
of-use. As a result, lease liability and right-of-use are remeasured every year.
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5.2 Notes to the consolidated financial statements
The variation of financial debt by flows breaks down as follows:
(1)
Cash flows Variation of Non-cash flows
accrued Variation of Currency Fair value
(€ Mn)
Dec. 31, 2023
(2)
Increase
Decrease
(3)
interest
(5)
scope
translation
impact
(4)
Others
Dec. 31, 2024
Bonds and EMTNs
22,517.4
1,287.6
(1,617.6)
(8.8)
–
261.9
1.7
25.3
22,467.5
Bank borrowings
3,045.7
129.5
(678.1)
(1.2)
314.6
88.2
–
93.9
2,992.6
Other financial liabilities
1,354.9
82.1
(131.9)
–
(184.7)
–
–
–
1,120.4
Lease liabilities
977.0
11.8
(62.7)
–
–
23.1
–
30.1
979.3
Total
27,895.1
1,511.0
(2,490.3)
(10.0)
129.9
373.2
1.7
149.3
27,559.9
(1) The cash flows differ from those in the consolidated statement of cash flows (increase of +€1,568.7 Mn and decrease of -€2,531.4 Mn) mainly due the variation of guarantee
deposits received.
(2) Net of bonds and EMTNs issuance costs and issuance fees.
(3) The variation of accrued interest is included in lines “Financial income”/“Financial expenses” of the consolidated statement of cash flows.
(4) The variation of Others includes straight-lining of premiums and fees on EMTNs and bank borrowings and change in recognition of lease liabilities in application of IFRS 16.
(5) The variation of scope includes the impact on current accounts further the acquisition of complementary stake in URW Germany and the complementary debt on the
acquisition of Westfield Montgomery (see note 1.1.1 Acquisitions in 2024).
As at December 2023, the variation of financial debt by flows broke down as follows:
(1)
Cash flows
Variation of Non-cash flows
accrued Variation of Currency Fair value
(€ Mn)
Dec. 31, 2022
(2)
Increase
Decrease
(3)
interest
scope
translation
impact
(4)
Others
Dec. 31, 2023
Bonds and EMTNs
22,489.3
736.1
(576.2)
(4.9)
–
(153.2)
2.2
24.1
22,517.4
Bank borrowings
1,651.2
1,500.1
(0.1)
11.4
(110.5)
(27.5)
0.8
20.4
3,045.7
Other financial liabilities
1,363.4
74.2
(82.3)
–
(0.1)
0.0
–
(0.1)
1,354.9
Lease liabilities
898.9
26.9
(65.3)
–
42.9
(11.7)
–
171.1
977.0
Total
26,402.8
2,337.2
(723.9)
6.5
(153.5)
(192.4)
3.0
215.5
27,895.1
(1) The cash flows differ from those in the consolidated statement of cash flows (increase of +€2,409.3 Mn and decrease of -€769.2 Mn) mainly due the variation of guarantee
deposits received.
(2) Net of bonds and EMTNs issuance costs and issuance fees.
(3) The variation of accrued interest is included in lines “Financial income”/“Financial expenses” of the consolidated statement of cash flows.
(4) The variation of Others includes straight-lining of premiums and fees on EMTNs and bank borrowings and change in recognition of lease liabilities in application of IFRS 16.
Maturity of current and non-current principal debt
Current
Non-current
Less than 1 More than 5 Total
(€ Mn)
year
1 to 2 years
2 to 3 years
3 to 4 years
4 to 5 years
years Dec. 31, 2024
Bonds and EMTNs
3,063.6
1,162.0
2,991.9
1,731.3
2,474.9
10,945.6
22,369.2
Bank borrowings
15.1
1,585.5
300.0
583.9
524.4
–
3,009.0
Lease liabilities
85.9
79.8
66.5
58.8
57.0
631.3
979.3
Total
3,164.6
2,827.3
3,358.4
2,374.0
3,056.3
11,576.9
26,357.6
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7.3.4. Characteristics of bonds and EMTNs
Amount at Dec.
Issue date
Rate
Currency
31, 2024 (€ Mn) Maturity
November 2010
Fixed rate 4.17%
EUR
41.0
November 2030
October 2011
Fixed rate 4.1%
EUR
27.0
October 2031
November 2011
Fixed rate 4.05%
EUR
20.0
November 2031
February 2013
Fixed rate HKD swapped back into EUR
HKD
86.8
February 2025
March 2013
Fixed rate HKD swapped back into EUR
HKD
72.5
March 2025
October 2013
Fixed rate HKD swapped back into EUR
HKD
49.6
October 2025
March 2014
Fixed rate 3.08%
EUR
20.0
March 2034
April 2014
Fixed rate 3.08%
EUR
30.0
April 2034
June 2014
Fixed rate 2.5%
EUR
600.0
June 2026
September 2014
Fixed rate 4.75%
USD
481.3
(1)
September 2044
April 2015
Fixed rate 1.38%
EUR
655.0
April 2030
April 2015
Fixed rate 1%
EUR
500.0
March 2025
November 2015
Fixed rate 2.07%
EUR
30.0
November 2030
November 2015
Fixed rate HKD swapped back into EUR
HKD
93.0
November 2025
December 2015 Fixed rate 2.1% during 3 years then Constant Maturity Swap 10 years (floored at 0%
EUR
70.0
December 2030
capped at 4%)
March 2016
Fixed rate 1.38%
EUR
500.0
March 2026
March 2016
Float rate (Erb6M+0%, floored at 0.95%, capped at 3%)
EUR
20.0
March 2027
April 2016
Fixed rate 1.13%
EUR
500.0
April 2027
April 2016
Fixed rate 2%
EUR
500.0
April 2036
November 2016
Fixed rate 0.88%
EUR
500.0
February 2025
December 2016
Fixed rate HKD swapped back into EUR
HKD
62.0
November 2026
February 2017
Fixed rate 1.5%
EUR
600.0
February 2028
May 2017
Fixed rate 1.5%
EUR
500.0
May 2029
May 2017
Fixed rate 2%
EUR
500.0
May 2037
May 2018
Fixed rate 1.13%
EUR
800.0
September 2025
May 2018
Fixed rate 1.88%
EUR
900.0
January 2031
May 2018
Fixed rate 2.25%
EUR
500.0
May 2038
June 2018
Structured coupon linked to CMS 15 year
EUR
40.0
June 2033
September 2018
Fixed rate 4.63%
USD
481.3
(1)
September 2048
September 2018
Fixed rate 4.13%
USD
481.3
(1)
September 2028
December 2018
Fixed rate 2%
EUR
100.0
December 2033
February 2019
Fixed rate 1%
EUR
750.0
February 2027
February 2019
Fixed rate 1.75%
EUR
750.0
February 2034
March 2019
Fixed rate 2.13%
GBP
361.8
(1)
March 2025
March 2019
Fixed rate 2.63%
GBP
603.0
(1)
March 2029
June 2019
Fixed rate 3.5%
USD
721.9
(1)
June 2029
July 2019
Fixed rate 1.75%
EUR
500.0
July 2049
October 2019
Fixed rate 2.88%
USD
721.9
(1)
January 2027
October 2019
Fixed rate 0.88%
EUR
750.0
March 2032
April 2020
Fixed rate 2.13%
EUR
600.0
April 2025
April 2020
Fixed rate 2.63%
EUR
800.0
April 2030
June 2020
Fixed rate 2%
EUR
750.0
June 2032
December 2020
Fixed rate 1.38%
EUR
1,000.0
December 2031
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Amount at Dec.
Issue date
Rate
Currency
31, 2024 (€ Mn) Maturity
December 2020
Fixed rate 0.63%
EUR
1,000.0
May 2027
May 2021
Fixed rate 1.38%
EUR
600.0
May 2033
May 2021
Fixed rate 0.75%
EUR
650.0
October 2028
December 2023
Fixed rate 4.13%
EUR
750.0
December 2030
September 2024
Fixed rate 3.5%
EUR
650.0
September 2029
September 2024
Fixed rate 3.88%
EUR
650.0
September 2034
Total 22,369.2
(1) Subject to covenants (see note 7.3.5 Covenants).
7.3.5. Covenants
As at December 31, 2024, the LTV
(1)
ratio amounted to 41.7% (41.8% as at December 31, 2023).
The Interest Coverage Ratio (“ICR”) for the period stood at 4.2x
(2)
(4.2x as at December 31, 2023).
The Group’s corporate debt
(3)
covenants levels and corresponding current ratios are set at:
Rule 144A and
Europe credit Regulation S
facility covenants
Bonds
(1)
covenants
Financial ratios Dec. 31, 2024 level level
LTV
41.7%
< 60%
< 65%
ICR
4.2x
> 2x
> 1.5x
FFO
(2)
/NFD
8.3%
> 4%
n/a
Secured debt ratio
(3)
5.0%
n/a
< 45%
Unencumbered leverage ratio
(4)
1.9x
n/a
> 1.25x
(1) Corresponding to $3.0 Bn of Rule 144A Bonds and £0.8 Bn of Reg S Bonds.
(2) Funds From Operations (“FFO”): on an annualised basis, the recurring EBITDA minus (i) net recurring financial expenses and (ii) tax on recurring operating result.
(3) Secured debt/Total assets.
(4) Unencumbered assets/Unsecured debt.
These covenants are tested twice a year based on the Group’s IFRS financial statements. As at December 31, 2024, 100% of the Group’s credit
facilities and loans:
• Allow an LTV of up to 60% for the Group or the borrowing entity, as the case may be;
• Require an ICR > 2x for the Group or the borrowing entity, as the case may be;
• Include an FFO/NFD covenant. These require an FFO/NFD above 4% for the Group or the borrowing entity, as the case may be.
Secured debt non-recourse:
The non-recourse mortgage debt raised by certain entities of the Group includes financial covenants:
% of non-recourse
mortgage
Covenant level incl. this feature in
range such covenant
Debt Yield
(1)
covenants
5% – 7%
20%
Debt to Rent
8.9x
2%
ICR covenants
1.3x – 2.5x
31%
LTV covenants
55% – 75%
51%
(1) Debt Yield: ratio of the net operating income to the outstanding loan amount, net of certain cash as defined in the relevant mortgage loan documentation.
• Any breach under these covenants would not lead to a cross-default on the Group’s borrowings; and
• In any case, defaults under these loans are not expected to have a material adverse effect on the Group’s finances.
(1) Loan-to-Value (“LTV”) = Net financial debt (or “net debt”) / Total assets excluding €720 Mn of goodwill not justified by fee business as per the Group’s European leverage
covenants, including transfer taxes. The proportionate LTV ratio is 42.9%.
(2) Proportionate ICR of 3.9x.
(3) Corresponds to unsecured debt issued by the Group, i.e. bonds (EMTN, Rule 144A and Reg S Bonds), bank debt (term loans and drawn credit facilities).
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Short-term debt:
• There are no financial covenants (such as LTV or ICR) in the Neu MTN, the Neu CP and the ECP programmes of URW.
7.3.6. Other financing activities
In the consolidated statement of cash flows, “Other financing activities” comprise mainly costs paid on derivatives purchase and disposals.
7.3.7. Net financial debt
Net financial debt is determined as below:
Net financial debt
(€ Mn) Dec. 31, 2024 Dec. 31, 2023
Amounts accounted for in balance sheet
Non-current bonds and borrowings
23,419.1
25,082.6
Current borrowings and amounts due to credit institutions
3,161.5
1,835.5
Total financial liabilities
26,580.5
26,918.1
Adjustments
Mark-to-market of debt
1.2
(0.8)
Current accounts with non-controlling interests
(1,120.4)
(1,354.9)
Impact of derivatives instruments on debt raised in foreign currency
(48.3)
(24.6)
Accrued interests/issuance fees
(76.6)
(68.9)
Total financial liabilities (nominal value)
25,336.4
(1)
25,468.8
(1)
Cash and cash equivalents
(5,288.9)
(1)
(5,502.3)
(1)
Net financial debt
20,047.4
19,966.5
(1) Bank overdrafts and current accounts to balance out cash flow are included in the total financial liabilities, in 2024 for €6.4 Mn and in 2023 for €6.2 Mn.
Net cash at period end
(€ Mn) Dec. 31, 2024 Dec. 31, 2023
Marketable securities
0.4
2.3
Short-term deposit
(1)
2,756.7
2,192.0
Cash
2,531.9
3,308.0
Total assets
5,288.9
5,502.3
Bank overdrafts and current accounts to balance out cash flow
(6.4)
(6.2)
Total liabilities
(6.4)
(6.2)
Net cash at period end
5,282.5
(2)
5,496.1
(2)
(1) Short-term deposits are denominated in euro and USD.
(2) The high level of cash as at December 31, 2024, aims to cover URW’s debt repayment needs corresponding to the bonds and bank loans outstanding as at December 31,
2024, and maturing within 1 year (see note 7.5.1 “Liquidity risk”).
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Change in derivatives
2024
Amounts recognised in the statement of
comprehensive income
Fair value Other Changes in
adjustments of comprehensive scope of
(€ Mn)
Dec. 31, 2023
derivatives income consolidation
Acquisitions
Disposals
Reallocation
Dec. 31, 2024
Assets
Derivatives at fair value
250.7
5.6
0.0
–
40.9
(46.8)
–
250.6
non-current
•
Without a hedging relationship
250.7
5.6
0.0
–
40.9
(46.8)
–
250.6
Liabilities
Derivatives at fair value
796.3
320.7
–
–
206.1
(561.4)
–
761.7
non-current
•
Without a hedging relationship
796.3
320.7
–
–
206.1
(561.4)
–
761.7
Net
(545.6)
(315.1)
0.0
–
(165.1)
514.6
–
(511.2)
2023
Amounts recognised in the statement of
comprehensive income
Fair value Other Changes in
adjustments of comprehensive scope of
(€ Mn)
Dec. 31, 2022
derivatives income consolidation
Acquisitions
Disposals
Reallocation
Dec. 31, 2023
Assets
Derivatives at fair value
831.0
(687.2)
(0.0)
–
163.5
(56.5)
–
250.7
non-current
•
Without a hedging relationship
831.0
(687.2)
(0.0)
–
163.5
(56.5)
–
250.7
Liabilities
Derivatives at fair value
1,097.4
(317.3)
–
–
67.9
(51.7)
–
796.3
non-current
•
Without a hedging relationship
1,097.4
(317.3)
–
–
67.9
(51.7)
–
796.3
Net
(266.4)
(369.9)
(0.0)
–
95.6
(4.8)
–
(545.6)
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7.5. Risk management policy
7.5.1. Liquidity risk
The following table shows the Group’s contractually agreed interest
payments and repayments of the non-derivative financial liabilities
(excluding leases liabilities and current accounts) and the derivatives
with positive and negative fair values. Amounts in foreign currency were
translated at the closing rate at the reporting date. The payments of the
floating rate interests have been calculated on the basis of the last
interest rates published on December 31, 2024.
Commercial paper has been allocated at the earliest period of
redemption even if they are rolled over. All other borrowings have been
allocated by date of maturity.
Carrying
amount
(1)
Less than 1 year
1 year to 5 years
More than 5 years
(€ Mn) Dec. 31, 2024
Interest
Redemption
Interest
Redemption
Interest
Redemption
Bonds, borrowings and amounts due to credit institutions
Bonds and EMTNs
(22,369.2)
(471.7)
(3,063.6)
(1,490.5)
(8,360.1)
(1,631.6)
(10,945.6)
Bank borrowings and other financial liabilities
(2)
(3,009.0)
(116.4)
(15.1)
(232.2)
(2,993.9)
–
–
Financial derivatives
Derivative financial liabilities
Derivatives without a hedging relationship
(761.7)
(43.0)
47.1
(292.7)
1.2
(540.0)
–
Derivative financial assets
Derivatives without a hedging relationship
250.6
159.6
–
260.2
–
(0.2)
–
(1) Corresponds to the amount of principal debt (see note 7.3.3 “Financial debt breakdown and outstanding duration to maturity”).
(2) Excludes current accounts with non-controlling interests and lease liabilities.
The average maturity of the Group’s debt, considering the undrawn credit lines
(1)
and cash on hand, stood at 7.3 years and at 5.7 years without taking
into account the undrawn credit lines and cash on hand.
URW’s debt maturing over the next 12 months amounts to €3,079 Mn (including €3,064 Mn of bonds).
In any event, the next 12 months debt repayment needs are fully covered
(2)
by €13.9 Bn including €5.3 Bn of cash on hand and €8.6 Bn of credit
facilities.
The credit facilities maturing over the next 12 months amount to €0.35 Bn. URW is considering opportunities to extend or renew part of these
maturing lines.
URW’s long-term refinancing policy consists of diversifying the Group’s expiry schedules and financial resources. Accordingly (on IFRS basis), bonds
and EMTN issues represented 88% of financial nominal debt at December 31, 2024, and bank loans, mortgages and overdrafts 12%.
7.5.2. Counterparty risk
Due to its use of derivatives to minimise its interest and exchange rate
risk, the Group is exposed to potential counterparty defaults. The
counterparty risk is the risk of replacing the derivative transactions at
current market rates in the case of default. To limit counterparty risk,
URW relies solely on major international banks for its hedging
operations.
In case of derivative termination, netting can apply as a result of existing
agreements between the Group and the banks. The related amounts of
derivative instruments, would be €35.6 Mn for assets and €623.1 Mn for
liabilities.
7.5.3. Credit risk
Credit risk arises from cash and equivalents as well as credit exposures
with respect to rental customers. Credit risk is managed on a Group
level.
The Group structures the level of credit risk it accepts by placing limits
on its exposure to a single counterparty, or groups of counterparties,
and to geographical and industry segments. Such risks are subject to at
least an annual review, and often more frequently. The Group has
policies in place to ensure that rental contracts are made with
customers with an appropriate credit history.
The main tenants of URW’s Office properties in France are blue-chip
companies. The tenant profile minimises insolvency risks.
(1) Subject to covenants.
(2) Subject to covenants.
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In the Shopping Centres segment, the risk of insolvency is spread widely
across a large number of tenants.
When tenants sign their lease agreements, they are typically required to
provide financial guarantees, such as a deposit, first-demand guarantee
or a surety bond amounting to between 3 and 6 months’ rent.
Payments for ancillary services provided by the C&E segment are
generally received in advance, thereby reducing the risk of unpaid debt.
Late payment reminders are automatically issued in respect of late
payments and penalties are applied, in normalised context. Such late
payments are monitored by a special “default” committee in each
business segment, which decides on the pre-litigation or litigation
action to be taken.
According to IFRS 9, the estimated provision corresponds to the amount
that the Company does not expect to recover. Although, when
collecting a tenant deposit or obtaining a bank guarantee, URW partially
covers the possible future losses.
URW’s provision policy meets the simplified model of IFRS 9:
• The estimated losses are calculated on a homogeneous segment of
receivables;
• The rate of estimated loss reflects the best estimation of the
expected future losses on the considered client segment; URW
respects the notion of back testing (comparisons are performed with
historical rates of losses) and if needed, the rates are adjusted to take
into account any new trigger event; and
• Historical data are reviewed to better reflect the actual situation and
integrate the best estimates for the near future.
The Group applies the following rules to calculate the provision for
doubtful accounts as at December 31, 2024:
• Receivables from tenants under bankruptcies proceedings were fully
depreciated;
• Doubtful debt provisions are defined on the basis of an estimated
default rate based on a forward-looking approach. This percentage of
default may be refined by the tenant segment and position of the
shopping centre in its catchment area. Ultimately, this default is
rationalised based on recent events such as tenant bankruptcies in
2024 and also the evolution of shop closures in the past quarters; and
• This percentage was applied on the amount of receivables from
which security deposit and deferred amounts not yet due were
deducted.
As at December 31, 2024, the gross amount of receivables amounted to
€754.2 Mn and the provision for doubtful debtors to -€266.4 Mn
compared with €751.5 Mn and -€245.0 Mn, respectively, at the end of
December 2023.
The amount of the overdue trade receivables amounts to €285.2 Mn in
2024.
7.6. Market risk
Market risks can generate losses resulting from fluctuations in interest
rates, exchange rates, raw material prices and share prices. URW’s risk
mainly relates to (i) interest rate fluctuations on the debt it has taken out
to finance its investments and maintain the cash position it requires and
(ii) exchange rate fluctuations due to the Group’s activities in countries
outside the Eurozone, in particular in the US and the UK.
7.6.1. Interest rate risk management
Average cost of debt
The average cost of debt corresponds to the ratio between “recurring
financial expenses (excluding the ones on financial leases and partners’
current accounts) + capitalised financial expenses (excluding non-
recurring financial expenses such as mark-to-market and termination
costs of financial instruments including bonds repurchased, currency
impact)” and “average net debt over the period”.
The average cost of debt as at December 31, 2024, was 2.0% (1.8%),
representing the blended average cost of 1.4% for euro-denominated
debt and 4.6% for USD and GBP-denominated debt.
The Group’s cost of debt slightly increased over 2024 due to a higher
marginal cost of funding from debt raised in 2023 and 2024, partly
compensated by increasing remuneration on the Group’s cash position
in 2024 and hedges in place.
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Measuring interest rate risk
As at December 31, 2024, the measuring interest risk is as follow:
Financial liabilities
(€ Mn)
Fixed rate
Variable rate
(1)
Less than 1 year
3,085.1
–
1 year to 2 years
1,492.4
1,255.1
2 years to 3 years
3,121.9
170.0
3 years to 4 years
1,731.3
583.9
4 years to 5 years
2,777.4
221.9
More than 5 years
10,945.6
–
Total
23,153.7
2,230.9
(1) Including index-linked debt.
The Group does not have a micro-hedging strategy, except when both currency exchange risk and interest rate risk are hedged, which enables it not to
correlate its liquidity risk and interest rate risk management. Consequently, the maturities of the debts and hedging instruments can be dissociated
and the outstanding derivatives instruments can hedge a part of the fixed rate debt maturing in the following years.
The interest cost of outstanding debt was fully hedged as at December 31, 2024, through both:
• Debt kept at a fixed rate; and
• Hedging in place as part of URW’s macro hedging policy.
The hedging balance as at December 31, 2024, breaks down as follows:
Outstanding total at Dec. 31, 2024
(€ Mn)
Fixed rate
Variable rate
(1)
Financial liabilities before hedging program
(23,153.7)
(2,230.9)
Micro-hedging
6,993.0
(6,993.0)
Financial liabilities after micro-hedging
(2)
(16,160.7)
(9,223.9)
Swap rate hedging
(3)
7,351.2
Net debt not covered by swaps
(1,872.7)
Cap hedging
(4)
1,155.1
Hedging balance as at Dec. 31, 2024
–
(717.7)
(1) Including index-linked debt.
(2) Partners’ current accounts are not included in variable-rate debt.
(3) Forward hedging instruments are not accounted for in this line.
(4) Do not include floor hedging.
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The hedging balance as at December 31, 2023, breaks down as follows:
Outstanding total at Dec. 31, 2023
(€ Mn)
Fixed rate
Variable rate
(1)
Financial liabilities before hedging programme
(23,003.5)
(2,489.9)
Micro-hedging
4,435.4
(4,435.4)
Financial liabilities after micro-hedging
(2)
(18,568.1)
(6,925.3)
Swap rate hedging
(3)
4,703.8
Net debt not covered by swaps
(2,221.5)
Cap hedging
11,550.0
Hedging balance as at Dec. 31, 2023
–
9,328.5
Hedging instruments maturing on Jan. 2, 2024
(11,550.0)
Hedging instruments starting on Jan. 2, 2024
4,950.6
Hedging balance considering hedging instruments maturing or starting on Jan. 2, 2024. 2,729.1
(1) Including index-linked debt.
(2) Partners’ current accounts are not included in variable-rate debt.
(3) Forward hedging instruments are not accounted for in this table.
Over 2024, the Group continued to adjust its hedging position in view of market conditions, its current disposal and investment plans, its existing
hedging programme and debt
(1)
as well as the debt the Group expects to raise in the coming years. The cost of these adjustments including new
instruments implemented in 2024 was a net income of €3.8 Mn.
The Group’s net interest rate position
(2)
is fully hedged for 2025 and 2026.
Measuring interest rate exposure
Over 2024, short-term interest rates across currencies moved by: -120 bps for 3M Euribor, -102 bps for 3M SOFR and -58 bps for 3M SONIA.
Based on the Group’s budgeted net debt in 2025, if interest rates
(3)
(Euribor, SOFR, SONIA) were to increase/decrease, the Group’s recurring result in
2025 would be impacted by:
Euros (€Mn)
USD ($Mn)
GBP (£Mn)
Total eq. Euros (€Mn)
-50 bps interest rate
–
+4.7
–
+4.5
-25 bps interest rate
–
+2.3
–
+2.3
+25 bps interest rate
+11.1
(2.3)
–
+8.9
+50 bps interest rate
+23.2
(4.7)
–
+18.7
As shown in the table above, the impact of a rate increase on the recurring financial expenses would be positive as the hedging instruments in place in
2025 are expected to be above budgeted debt.
(1) On a proportionate basis.
(2) The hedging instruments are used to hedge (i) the variable rate debt and (ii) the fixed rate debt immediately converted into variable rate debt, through the Group’s macro hedging.
(3) The impact on exchange rates due to this theoretical increase/decrease in interest rates is not taken into account. The theoretical impact of an increase/decrease in interest rates is
calculated relative to the 1-year forward interest rates as at December 31, 2024: 3M Euribor (2.2304%), 3M SOFR (4.1508%) and 3M SONIA (4.3595%).
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7.6.2. Management of exchange risks
Measure of exposure to foreign exchange risks as at December 31, 2024
The Group is active in countries outside the Eurozone. When converted into euros, the income and value of the Group’s investments may be impacted
by fluctuations in exchange rates against the euro. The Group’s policy objective is to apply a broadly consistent
(1)
LTV by currency allowing it to match
part of the foreign currency asset value and income with debt and financial expenses in the same currency, thus reducing the exchange rate effects on
the Group’s balance sheet and earnings. Foreign exchange risk can be hedged by either matching investments in a specific currency with debt in the
same currency or using derivatives to achieve the same risk management goal.
Exposure sensitivity to currency exchange rate
Measure of the exposure to other risks as at December 31, 2024 (€ Mn)
Hedging Exposure net of
Currency
Assets
Liabilities
Net exposure instruments hedges
USD
9,949
(5,191)
4,758
–
4,758
GBP
2,684
(1,007)
1,677
–
1,677
SEK
2,186
(270)
1,917
–
1,917
Other
531
(528)
3
364
367
Total
15,350
(6,996)
8,354
364
8,718
Exposure sensitivity to currency exchange rate
Before hedging, the main exposures kept are in USD, GBP and SEK. A change of 10% of EUR/USD, EUR/GBP or EUR/SEK (i.e. a 10% increase of EUR
against the USD, GBP or SEK in 2025) would have an impact on shareholders’ equity and the net recurring result as follows:
Dec. 31, 2024 Dec. 31, 2023
Net recurring Equity gain/ Net recurring
(€ Mn) result gain/(loss) (loss)
result gain/(loss)
Equity gain/(loss)
Impact of an increase of +10% in the EUR/USD exchange
(27.9)
(432.5)
(22.1)
(335.8)
Impact of an increase of +10% in the EUR/GBP exchange
(15.8)
(152.4)
(13.5)
(129.2)
Impact of an increase of +10% in the EUR/SEK exchange
(8.1)
(174.2)
(8.2)
(161.0)
The impact on the recurring net result would be partly offset by the FX hedging that the Group has put in place against EUR/USD, EUR/GBP and EUR/
SEK fluctuations.
(1) On a proportionate basis.
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5.2 Notes to the consolidated financial statements
7.7. Carrying value of financial instruments per category
FAAC: Financial Asset at Amortised Cost
FAFVOCI: Financial Asset at Fair Value through Other Comprehensive Income
FAFVTPL: Financial Asset at Fair Value Through Profit or Loss
FLAC: Financial Liabilities at Amortised Cost
FLFVTPL: Financial Liabilities at Fair Value Through Profit or Loss
Amounts recognised in statement of financial position
according to IFRS 9
Carrying Fair value Fair value
Dec. 31, 2024 Categories in accordance amount Dec. Amortised cost recognised in recognised in
(€ Mn) with IFRS 9 31, 2024 equity profit and loss Fair value
Assets
Investments in financial assets
FAAC/FAFVOCI/FAFVTPL
269.1
122.0
31.2
115.9
269.1
Derivatives at fair value
FAFVTPL
250.6
–
–
250.6
250.6
(1)
Trade receivables from activity
FAAC
282.3
282.3
–
–
282.3
(2)
Other receivables
FAAC
297.2
297.2
–
–
297.2
Cash and cash equivalents
FAAC/FAFVTPL
5,288.9
2,756.7
–
2,532.2
5,288.9
6,388.2
3,458.2
31.2
2,898.8
6,388.2
Liabilities
Commitment to non-controlling interests
FLFVTPL
93.8
–
–
93.8
93.8
(3)
Financial debts
FLAC
27,559.9
27,559.9
–
–
25,609.2
Derivatives at fair value
FLFVTPL
761.7
–
–
761.7
761.7
Non-current amounts due on investments
FLAC
15.7
15.7
–
–
15.7
Other non-current liabilities
FLAC/FLFVTPL
29.8
29.8
–
–
29.8
(4)
Amounts due to suppliers and other current debt
FLAC
1,171.6
1,171.6
–
–
1,171.6
29,632.6
28,777.1
–
855.6
27,681.8
(1) Excluding rent-free periods and step rents.
(2) Excluding prepaid expenses, service charges due and tax receivables.
(3) Financial debt is valued at market value based on market rates and spread issuers at each closing date. The amount includes a fixed rate debt for €22,933.2 Mn valued at
€20,982.4 Mn.
(4) Excluding deferred income, service charges billed and tax liabilities.
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FAAC: Financial Asset at Amortised Cost
FAFVOCI: Financial Asset at Fair Value through Other Comprehensive Income
FAFVTPL: Financial Asset at Fair Value Through Profit or Loss
FLAC: Financial Liabilities at Amortised Cost
FLFVTPL: Financial Liabilities at Fair Value Through Profit or Loss
Amounts recognised in statement of financial position
according to IFRS 9
Fair value Fair value
Dec. 31, 2023 Categories in accordance Carrying amount recognised in recognised in
(€ Mn) with IFRS 9 Dec. 31, 2023 Fair value Amortised cost equity profit and loss
Assets
Investments in financial assets
FAAC/FAFVOCI/FAFVTPL
260.0
127.8
18.8
113.4
260.0
Derivatives at fair value
FAFVTPL
250.7
–
–
250.7
250.7
Trade receivables from activity
(1)
FAAC
268.5
268.5
–
–
268.5
Other receivables
(2)
FAAC
412.7
412.7
–
–
412.7
Cash and cash equivalents
FAAC/FAFVTPL
5,502.3
2,192.0
–
3,310.2
5,502.3
6,694.1
3,001.0
18.8
3,674.3
6,694.1
Liabilities
Commitment to non-controlling interests
FLFVTPL
32.7
–
–
32.7
32.7
Financial debts
(3)
FLAC
27,895.1
27,895.1
–
–
25,515.5
Derivatives at fair value
FLFVTPL
796.3
–
–
796.3
796.3
Non-current amounts due on investments
FLAC
24.6
24.6
–
–
24.6
Other non-current liabilities
FLAC/FLFVTPL
32.9
32.9
–
–
32.9
Amounts due to suppliers and other current debt
(4)
FLAC
1,167.7
1,167.7
–
–
1,167.7
29,949.4
29,120.3
–
829.1
27,569.8
(1) Excluding rent-free periods and step rents.
(2) Excluding prepaid expenses, service charges due and tax receivables.
(3) Financial debt is valued at market value based on market rates and spread issuers at each closing date. The amount includes a fixed rate debt for €22,819.6 Mn valued at
€20,440.0 Mn.
(4) Excluding deferred income, service charges billed and tax liabilities.
“Trade receivables from activity”, “Other receivables”, “Cash and cash equivalents” and “Amounts due to suppliers and other current debt” mainly
have short-term maturity. Consequently, their carrying amounts at the reporting date approximate the fair value.
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7.7.1. Fair value hierarchy of financial assets and liabilities
IFRS 13 establishes a hierarchy of valuation techniques for financial instruments. The following categories are identified:
• Level 1: financial instruments quoted in an active market;
• Level 2: financial instruments whose fair value is evidenced by comparison with other observable current market transactions in the same
instrument (i.e. without modification or repackaging) or based on a valuation technique whose variables include only data from observable
markets; and
• Level 3: financial instruments whose fair value is determined in whole or in part using a valuation technique based on assumptions that are not
supported by prices from observable current market transactions in the same instrument (i.e. without modification or repackaging) and not based
on available observable market data.
Fair value measurement at Dec. 31, 2024
(€ Mn)
Total
Level 1
Level 2
Level 3
Assets
Fair value through profit or loss
Investments in financial assets
115.9
–
–
115.9
Derivatives
250.6
–
250.6
–
Marketable securities
0.5
0.5
–
–
Fair value through equity
Investments in financial assets
31.2
–
–
31.2
Derivatives
–
–
–
–
Total
398.2
0.5
250.6
147.1
Liabilities
Fair value through profit or loss
Commitment to non-controlling interests
93.8
–
–
93.8
Derivatives
761.7
–
761.7
–
Other non-current liabilities
–
–
–
–
Total
855.6
–
761.7
93.8
7.7.2. Net gain/loss by category
URW closely monitors its financial risk linked to its activity and the financial instruments it uses. The Group identifies and regularly evaluates its
different risk exposures (liquidity, interest rates, and currency exchange rates) in order to implement the adopted strategy.
2024 Net gain/(loss) in Net gain/(loss)
(€ Mn) From interest profit and loss in equity
Investments in financial assets
3.9
3.9
(6.4)
Hedging instruments at fair value through profit and loss
150.4
150.4
–
Financial liabilities at amortised cost
(700.2)
(700.2)
–
(545.9)
(545.9)
(6.4)
Capitalised expenses
79.9
Net financial expenses
(466.1)
2023 Net gain/(loss) Net gain/(loss)
(€ Mn)
From interest
in profit and loss in equity
Investments in financial assets
8.2
8.2
1.1
Hedging instruments at fair value through profit and loss
111.5
111.5
–
Financial liabilities at amortised cost
(627.2)
(627.2)
–
(507.5)
(507.5)
1.1
Capitalised expenses
71.4
Net financial expenses
(436.1)
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Note 8. Taxes
8.1. Accounting principles
8.1.1. Income tax expenses
The Group companies are taxable according to the tax rules of their
country. In some countries, special tax regimes for public property
companies exist.
Calculation of income tax expenses is based on local rules and rates.
8.1.2. Deferred tax
Deferred taxes are recognised in respect of all temporary differences
between the carrying amount and tax base of assets and liabilities at
each financial year-end.
Deferred tax assets or liabilities are calculated based on total
temporary differences and on tax losses carried forward, using the
local tax rate that will apply on the expected reversal date of the
concerned differences, if this rate has been set. Otherwise, they are
calculated using the applicable tax rate in effect at the financial year-
end date. Within a given fiscal entity or group and for a given tax rate,
debit balances are recorded to assets for the amount expected to be
recoverable over a foreseeable period. A deferred tax asset is
recognised only to the extent that it is probable that future taxable
profits will be available against which the temporary difference can
be used.
The main deferred tax liabilities relate to:
• The mark-to-market of investment properties, resulting in the
recognition of a deferred tax liability for non-tax-exempt assets;
and
• The recognition of intangible assets at the acquisition date
identified on Viparis entities, particularly Viparis-Porte de
Versailles and Paris Nord Villepinte, as well as on Westfield
entities.
8.1.3. Tax regimes
Different tax regimes exist in the following countries.
France – SIIC regime (Société
d’Investissement Immobilier Cotée)
URW elected to participate in the SIIC regime from the creation of the
regime on January 1, 2003. Its French subsidiaries eligible for SIIC
status have also opted for this regime. The SIIC regime is based on
the concept of tax transparency, meaning that rental income and
capital gains made from divestments are not subject to income tax at
the level of the Group’s French property companies, but upon
distribution to URW’s shareholders. The SIIC regime requires that
URW and its SIIC subsidiaries distribute 95% of their recurring
income and 100% of their dividend income received from SIIC or
equivalent subsidiaries before the end of the following tax year, and
70% of their capital gains before the end of the second tax year
following the year in which the gain was generated.
The SIIC regime limits the dividend payment to the statutory
distribution capacity and the unpaid SIIC obligation as a result of the
capping mechanism is carried forward until the statutory distribution
capacity is restored.
The SIIC regime only applies to real estate rental activities, therefore
other income generated by URW and its SIIC subsidiaries’ ancillary
activities remains subject to income tax.
Spain – SOCIMI regime (Sociedades
Anónimas Cotizadas de Inversión en el
Mercado Inmobiliario)
URW entered the SOCIMI regime in 2013 with most of its Spanish
subsidiaries which own standing assets. The SOCIMI regime provides
for a tax rate of 0% on recurring income provided that certain
requirements – some of them related to the shareholders of URW –
are fulfilled. Capital gains realised within the SOCIMI regime are
taxed at 0%, and capital gains related to the period before entering
into the regime are taxed at the moment of realisation. Based on the
SOCIMI regime, the Company has to fulfil distribution obligations of
at least 80% of its profits annually, as well as 50% of its capital gains,
provided that the remaining 50% is reinvested in the real estate
sector within a 3-year period.
The Netherlands – FBI/FII regime (Fiscale
Beleggingsinstelling/Fiscal Investment
Institution)
The requirements for companies to qualify for the FBI regime are
partly related to their activities and their shareholding base. For the
main part of the Group’s Dutch real estate, following an agreement
with the Dutch tax authorities, the FBI regime is not applied. URW NV,
which owns the majority of the US portfolio, does apply the FBI/FII
regime. An FBI/FII must distribute its income, calculated according to
the rules for corporate income tax, on a yearly base.
United Kingdom – United Kingdom REIT
URW applies the UK REIT regime for part of its UK real estate
portfolio. Based on the regime, various restrictions apply, among
them the requirement that at least 75% of the REIT’s net profit must
be derived from the property rental business, and 75% of the REIT’s
assets must be used in the property rental business or be held as
cash. At least 90% of the income from the property rental business
must be distributed within 12 months after the end of the accounting
period. There is no distribution obligation for gains arising from the
disposal of real estate used in the property rental business.
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United States – United States REIT
URW has elected to apply the REIT regime for the main part of its US
portfolio. Like in other REIT regimes, there’s an asset test (75%)
along with various securities ownership limits, and in addition there
is a combined income test: at least 75% of the gross income must be
derived from real estate property rental or from interest on
mortgages on real estate property, whereas at least 95% of the gross
income must come from a combination of real estate–related
sources and passive sources, such as dividends and interest. US law
requires the REIT to annually distribute at least 90% of its ordinary
taxable income.
8.2. Income tax expenses
(€ Mn) 2024 2023
Recurring deferred and current tax on:
•
Allocation/reversal of provision concerning tax issues
(9.2)
(3.9)
•
Other recurring results
(85.9)
(73.8)
Total recurring tax
(95.1)
(77.7)
Non-recurring deferred and current tax on:
•
Change in fair value of investment properties and impairment of intangible assets
(80.4)
6.6
•
Other non-recurring results
62.6
63.7
Total non-recurring tax
(17.8)
70.3
Total tax
(112.8)
(7.4)
Total tax paid
(121.9)
(73.4)
(€ Mn) 2024 2023
Current tax
(19.5)
(43.0)
Deferred tax
(93.3)
35.6
Total tax
(112.8)
(7.4)
Reconciliation of effective tax rate
%
2024 2023
Profit/(loss) before tax, impairment of goodwill and result of associates
394.6
(1,367.6)
Income tax using the average tax rate
43.4%
(171.3)
337.2
Tax exempt profits (including SIIC, SOCIMI and REIT regimes)
(77.1)%
304.1
(192.2)
Non-deductible costs
10.8%
(42.6)
(30.1)
Effect of tax provisions
(20.5)%
80.8
(33.9)
Effect of non-recognised tax losses
76.0%
(299.7)
(65.1)
Effect of change in tax rates
(0.1)%
0.5
(26.7)
Effect of currency translation in tax
(1.8)%
7.0
4.1
Other
(2.1)%
8.3
(0.7)
Total tax
28.6%
(112.8)
(7.4)
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8.3. Deferred tax
2024 change
Currency Change in scope of
(€Mn)
Dec. 31, 2023
Net variation
Reclassification
translation consolidation Dec. 31, 2024
Deferred tax liabilities
(1,951.6)
(79.8)
1.0
(2.2)
(1.0)
(2,033.5)
Deferred tax on investment properties
(1,642.3)
(68.1)
1.0
(0.1)
(1.0)
(1,710.5)
Deferred tax on intangible assets
(164.3)
(1.9)
–
0.7
–
(165.5)
Deferred tax on leases
(144.9)
(9.8)
–
(2.8)
–
(157.5)
Other deferred tax
169.7
5.5
(6.9)
0.1
(2.0)
166.3
Tax loss carry-forward
(1)
36.9
(0.6)
(6.1)
0.2
–
30.4
Other
(1)
(16.3)
(2.5)
(0.8)
(2.8)
(2.0)
(24.4)
Deferred tax on leases
149.0
8.6
–
2.7
–
160.3
Total deferred tax liabilities
(1,781.9)
(74.3)
(5.9)
(2.1)
(3.0)
(1,867.2)
Deferred tax assets
Tax loss carry-forward
16.7
(18.4)
6.1
(0.4)
–
4.0
Other deferred tax assets
(1)
7.7
(0.6)
0.8
0.2
–
8.1
Total deferred tax assets
24.4
(19.0)
6.9
(0.2)
–
12.1
(1) Deferred tax assets and liabilities within a same tax group are offset.
2023 change
First application Currency Change in scope
(€Mn)
Dec. 31, 2022
of IAS 12 A
(1)
Net variation
Reclassification
translation
of consolidation
Dec. 31, 2023
Deferred tax liabilities
(1,832.6)
(137.6)
6.0
(0.8)
13.2
–
(1,951.6)
Deferred tax on investment properties
(1,652.7)
–
18.9
(0.8)
10.2
–
(1,624.3)
Deferred tax on intangible assets
(179.9)
–
(2.9)
–
0.3
–
(182.4)
Deferred tax on leases
(1)
–
(137.6)
(10.1)
–
2.8
–
(144.9)
Other deferred tax
3.8
142.6
28.6
5.7
(10.4)
(0.5)
169.7
Tax loss carry-forward
(2)
39.5
–
(3.3)
1.2
–
(0.5)
36.9
Other
(2)
(35.7)
–
22.7
4.5
(7.6)
–
(16.3)
Deferred tax on leases
(1)
–
142.6
9.2
–
(2.8)
–
149.0
Total deferred tax liabilities
(1,828.8)
5.0
34.6
4.8
2.8
(0.5)
(1,781.9)
Deferred tax assets
Tax loss carry-forward
14.8
–
1.4
0.7
(0.2)
–
16.7
Other deferred tax assets
(2)
9.0
–
(0.4)
(1.0)
0.1
–
7.7
Total deferred tax assets
23.8
–
1.0
(0.3)
(0.1)
–
24.4
(1) Corresponds to the first application of the amendment to IAS 12 Income Taxes: Deferred Tax related to Assets and Liabilities arising from a Single Transaction.
(2) Deferred tax assets and liabilities within a same tax group are offset.
Deferred tax liabilities on properties refer to:
1. Those countries where there is no REIT regime (like the SIIC regime in France), providing a tax exemption on recurring income and capital gains
on property sales with an obligation to distribute part of their net result; or
2. To countries where such tax efficient status does exist, but where the structure of URW in its current form and under current legislation would
lead to tax amounts to be paid in case of capital gains on property sales.
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International Tax Reform – Pillar Two Model Rules
Pillar 2 is a set of rules entered into force on January 1, 2024, designed
to ensure large multinational enterprises pay a minimum level of tax
(15%) on the income arising in each jurisdiction where they operate. The
new legislation provides for a general exemption for REITs subject to
certain technicalities. Whereas some legislation clarifications are still
expected for some REIT subsidiaries, the Group considers it has
consistent information as to the fact that these REIT subsidiaries should
not be subject to the minimum tax.
French REIT groups have taken the position of not booking any provision
for their REIT subsidiaries owned less than 95% in light of the various
discussions the French REIT federation had with OECD and the
legislation department of the French tax authorities.
Consequently, the Group has not booked any minimum tax provision for
its REIT activities as well as for its non-REIT activities for which the
effective taxation rate was assessed to be higher than 15% in its 2024
accounts.
Unrecognised deferred tax assets
The table below presents the tax basis on which no deferred tax assets were recognised:
(€ Mn) Dec. 31, 2024 Dec. 31, 2023
Temporary differences investment properties
–
–
Tax loss carry-forwards not recognised
5,475.1
3,236.3
Total unrecognised tax basis
5,475.1
3,236.3
Detail of unrecognised tax losses at the end of 2024 into final year of use:
(€ Mn)
2025
18.4
2026
–
2027
298.4
2028
–
2029
–
Unlimited
5,158.3
Total
5,475.1
The tax losses are to a large extent related to negative financial results on French SIIC entities (€1,807.6 Mn), in addition to losses caused by
impairments in some other countries (mainly the US and The Netherlands). Deferred tax assets have not been recognised because it is not probable
that future taxable profit will be available against which these losses can be offset.
Note 9. Provisions
The determination of the amount of provisions requires the use of estimates, assumptions and judgement made by management based on
information available or situations prevalent at the date of preparation of the accounts, information and situation which may vary from subsequent
actual events, as well as on the basis of estimated conditions at a given date.
2024 change
Foreign
currency
Reversals not translation Other
(€ Mn)
Dec. 31, 2023
Allocations
Reversals used
used impact movements Dec. 31, 2024
Non-current provisions
64.3
12.6
(3.8)
(6.3)
0.5
(2.4)
64.9
Non-current provisions excluding employee
52.3
11.7
(1)
(3.6)
(6.1)
0.5
(2.0)
52.8
benefits
Employee benefits
11.9
0.9
(0.2)
(0.2)
–
(0.4)
12.1
Current provisions
46.5
27.3
(5.1)
(5.0)
0.1
–
63.8
Total
110.8
39.9
(8.8)
(11.3)
0.6
(2.4)
128.7
(1) Includes a €9.8 Mn provision for tax audit litigation in France (see note 13.3 Contingent liabilities).
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Note 10. Other current liabilities
Other current liabilities break down as follows:
(€ Mn) Dec. 31, 2024 Dec. 31, 2023
Tax and social liabilities
412.0
505.2
Other liabilities
255.6
233.1
Total other current liabilities
667.6
738.3
Note 11. Employee remuneration and benefits
11.1. Headcount
The average number of employees of the Group’s companies breaks down as follows:
Regions 2024 2023
France
987
1,018
Spain
105
125
US
380
438
Central Europe
145
151
Austria
52
63
Germany
372
433
Nordics
94
100
The Netherlands
65
64
UK
210
239
Australia
–
–
Total
2,410
2,631
11.2. Personnel costs
(€ Mn) 2024 2023
Personnel costs
323.2
338.6
Employee benefits
(1)
23.8
18.9
Total
347.0
357.5
(1) Expenses relating to the Company Savings Plan, Performance Stock Options, Performance Shares and Retention Shares, recognised with an equivalent increase in equity.
Employee profit sharing
Employees belonging to the UES (“Unité Économique et Sociale”– Social and Economic Group) Unibail, comprising notably Unibail Management and
Espace Expansion, and employees of URW SE, benefit from a common employee profit-sharing plan and a common profit-sharing agreement
introduced in 1999. The common profit-sharing agreement was renewed in 2024. The agreement is based on the French portion of the Group
Adjusted Recurring Earnings per Share (AREPS) vs the guidance provided each year to investors, and on a scorecard of Sustainability indicators for
France.
Employees belonging to the UES Viparis benefit from a common employee profit-sharing plan and a common profit-sharing agreement introduced in
2008. The profit-sharing agreement was renewed till 2025.
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11.3. Employee benefits
11.3.1. Pension plan
Accounting principles
Under IAS 19, a company must recognise all commitments made to
its employees (i.e. current or future, formal or informal, cash
payments or payments in kind). The cost of employee benefits must
be recorded during the vesting period.
Post-employment benefits
Pension schemes may be defined contribution or defined benefit
schemes.
Under defined contribution schemes, the employer only pays a
contribution, with no commitment from the Group regarding the level
of benefits to be provided. The contributions paid are recorded as
expenses for the year.
Under defined benefit schemes, the employer makes a formal or
implied commitment to an amount or level of benefits and therefore
carries the medium- or long-term risk. A provision is recorded to
liabilities to cover all these pension commitments. This provision is
assessed regularly by independent actuaries using the projected unit
credit method, which takes into account demographic assumptions,
early retirements, salary increases and discount and inflation rates.
In the majority of the Group companies, pensions due under the
various compulsory retirement schemes to which employers
contribute are managed by specialist external organisations. Defined
contributions paid into these various compulsory retirement
schemes are recognised in the income statement for the period.
Provisions are recorded for retirement allowances relating to
defined benefit schemes based on the net present value of these
future allowances. According to IAS 19 the actuarial gains and losses
are accounted for in OCI. Since 2021, the Group has applied the
International Financial Reporting Interpretations Committee
(“IFRIC”) recommendations related to the application of IAS 19 for
the past service costs.
Long-term benefits
These are benefits paid to employees more than 12 months after the
end of the financial year, during which the corresponding service was
provided. The same valuation method is used as for post-
employment benefits.
With the exception of provision for retirement allowances and long-
service awards, no commitments relating to long-term or post-
employment benefits need to be accrued.
Provisions for pension liabilities (€ Mn) Dec. 31, 2024 Dec. 31, 2023
Retirement allowances
9.6
9.3
Pension plans with defined benefit
(1)
2.5
2.7
Total
12.1
11.9
(1) The provision corresponds to the remaining obligation to the defined benefit contract in The Netherlands.
11.3.2. Share-based payments
Accounting principles
Under IFRS 2, all transactions relating to share-based payments
must be recognised in the income statement. This is the case for
URW’s Company Savings Plan, Stock Option Plan, Performance
Shares Plan and Retention Shares Plan.
Shares issued under the Company Savings Plan are offered at a
discount to the share price. This discount represents an employee
benefit and is recorded in the income statement for the period, with a
corresponding increase in equity.
Stock options granted to employees are stated at their fair value on
the date of allocation. As the transactions are equity-settled, share-
based payments, this value remains unchanged, even if the options
are never exercised. The value applied to the number of options
finally exercised at the end of the vesting period (estimation of the
turnover) is recorded as an expense, with a corresponding increase in
equity which is spread over the vesting period (i.e. the period during
which employees must work for the Company before they can
exercise the options granted to them).
The stock options and Performance Shares (“PS”), all subject to
performance conditions, and retention shares have been valued
using a Monte Carlo model.
The additional expenses incurred by the Company Savings Plan,
Stock Option Plan, Performance Shares Plan and Retention Shares
Plan are classified under personnel expenses.
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Company Savings Plan
Subscription to the Company Savings Plan is offered to employees in
France who have been with the Group for more than 3 months. The
subscription period is opened once per year, after the share capital
increase reserved to employees has been authorised by the MB, which
also sets the subscription price. The subscription price is equal to the
average of the opening share prices on the Eurolist of Euronext Paris
over the 20 trading days preceding the decision of the MB, less a 30%
discount. The Group also makes a top-up contribution applied
exclusively to voluntary contributions (including profit-sharing), made
by employees to the Group URW Fund (fund fully vested in Stapled
Shares as from June 2018). These voluntary contributions are limited to
a maximum of one-quarter of the annual salary with a cap of €100,000
(for shares acquired at the discount).
The total cost of subscriptions to the Company Savings Plan (employer
contribution and difference between the subscription price and the
share price on the date of the capital increase) amounted to €4.1 Mn in
2024 compared to €1.5 Mn in 2023.
Stock Option Plans
There are currently 7 plans for stock options granted to Directors and
employees of the Group. The plans granted as from 2019 have a
duration of 8 years
(1)
and may be exercised at any time, in one or more
instalments, as from the third anniversary of the date of their
allocation
(2)
.
For plans until 2021:
All plans are subject to both internal and external performance
conditions.
The external performance is assessed on the basis of the Total
Shareholder Return (“TSR”) of URW’s shares (with dividends
reinvested) against a Reference Index
(3)
and a Corporate Social
Responsibility (“CSR”) external rating. These KPIs weight 45% and 5% of
the performance achievement respectively.
The internal performance is assessed on the basis of the attainment of
URW’s Adjusted Recurring Earnings per Share (“AREPS”) guidance
communicated to investors
(4)
, and on the level of achievement of the
CSR agenda Better Places 2030, Group-wide
(5)
. These KPIs weight 45%
and 5% of the performance achievement respectively.
For the plan in 2022:
The stock options are subject to:
• 2 external market performance conditions for up to 45% of the stock
options granted:
- The first condition, based on a relative criterion, for up to 35% of the
stock options granted: the TSR of URW’s shares must be higher
than that of the Reference Index over a period of 3 years, from
March 8, 2022, to March 8, 2025. The reference prices used in the
measurement of the TSR correspond to the average of the closing
prices of the last 90 days preceding the start and end dates of the
measurement period; and
- The second condition, based on an absolute criterion, for up to 10%
of the stock options granted: the TSR of URW’s shares must be
higher than 20% over a period of 3 years, from March 8, 2022, to
March 8, 2025. The reference prices used in the measurement of
the TSR correspond to the average of the closing prices of the last
90 days preceding the start and end dates of the measurement
period.
• 2 non-market performance conditions for up to 55% of the stock
options granted: AREPS growth compared with forecasts
communicated to the market for 35% of the stock options granted
and criteria based on CSR indicators for 20% of the stock options
granted.
For plans from 2023:
URW Group grant Performance Stock Options (“PSO”) with
performance conditions (internal for 55% and external for 45%). The
external condition compares URW’s TSR with the TSR of a composite
index defined by the Group.
The table below shows the 2 external conditions:
Criteria 1
Criteria 2
Performance Condition
Vesting in %
Performance Condition
Vesting in %
A
URW’s TSR underperforms
0%
URW’s TSR < 20%
0%
B*
URW’s TSR = Index’s TSR
30%
URW’s TSR = 20%
30%
C*
URW’s TSR – Index’s TSR > 3%
100%
URW’s TSR > 30%
100%
* Linear interpolation between B and C.
The other criteria of these plans are identical to those of the 2022 plan.
The PSO allocated in March 2024 were valued at:
• €12.71 (internal performance condition);
• €10.95 (Criteria 1 external performance condition on TSR); and
• €11.25 (Criteria 2 external performance condition on TSR).
This valuation is based on an initial exercise price of €69.33, the share
price at the date of allocation of €68.34, a vesting period of 3 years, an
estimated duration of 3.7 years, a market volatility of 33.42%, a dividend
assumption, a risk-free interest rate of 2.66% and a volatility of the
reference composite index of 19.57% with a correlation reference
composite index/URW of 75.96%.
Stock options are accounted for in accordance with IFRS 2. The expense
recorded on the income statement in relation to stock options came to
€3.1 Mn in 2024 and €2.3 Mn in 2023.
(1) The duration was 7 years for the plans granted before 2019.
(2) The exercise was possible only as from the fourth anniversary of the grant date for the plans granted before 2019.
(3) For the 2018 performance, the TSR taken into account is the one of Unibail-Rodamco before the Westfield Acquisition against index EPRA Eurozone “Retail and Office”.
(4) For the 2018 performance, the performance is assessed on the attainment of the Recurring Earning Per Share (“REPS”) guidance on the scope of Unibail-Rodamco standalone.
(5) For the 2018 performance, the assessment is based on the scope Unibail-Rodamco standalone and on the integration of the US, the UK and Italy into URW’s CSR agenda.
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The table below shows allocated stock options not exercised at the period end:
Potential
Adjusted Number of Number of Number of additional
subscription options options options number of
Plan
Exercise period
(1)
price (€)
(2)
granted
(2)(3)
cancelled exercised
shares
(3)
2017 plan (n°8)
2017
from 08/03/2021
218.47
611,611
611,611
–
–
to 07/03/2024
2018 plan (n°9)
2018
from 06/03/2022
184.55
649,255
317,575
–
331,680
to 05/03/2025
2019 plan (n°10)
2019
from 20/03/2022
140.33
771,054
334,692
–
436,362
to 19/03/2026
2020 plan (n°11)
2020
from 22/03/2023
89.34
912,196
663,892
–
248,304
to 21/03/2027
2021 plan (n°12)
2021
from 19/05/2024
67.38
978,947
556,342
59,150
363,455
to 18/05/2029
2022 plan (n°13)
2022
from 09/03/2025
64.73
1,254,132
276,096
–
978,036
to 08/03/2030
2023 plan (n°14)
2023
from 13/03/2026
57.26
844,450
59,904
–
784,546
to 13/03/2031
2024 plan (n°15)
2024
from 07/03/2027
67.31
521,758
5,703
–
516,055
to 08/03/2032
Total
6,543,403
2,825,815
59,150
3,658,438
(1) Under assumption that the performance and presence conditions are satisfied. If the first day of the exercise period is a non-business day, the retained date will be the next
business day. If the end of the exercise period is a non-business day, the retained date will be the first preceding business day.
(2) Adjustments reflect distribution paid from retained earnings. In May 2024, the Group made a distribution out of premium and thus both subscription price and number of
options granted were adjusted (Note 12.3 Distribution).
(3) All the options are subject to presence and performance conditions.
The table below shows the number and weighted average exercise prices of stock options:
2024 2023
Weighted Weighted average
Number average price (€) Number price (€)
Outstanding at the beginning of the period
3,962,093
99.43
4,423,947
122.86
Allocated over the period
521,758
67.31
819,684
58.98
Adjusted over the period
(1)
158,871
93.42
–
–
Cancelled over the period
(925,134)
128.08
(1,281,538)
154.44
Exercised over the period
(59,150)
67.38
–
–
Average share price on date of exercise
–
78.59
–
–
Outstanding at the end of the period
3,658,438
85.31
3,962,093
99.43
Of which exercisable at the end of the period
1,379,801
–
1,372,537
–
(1) Adjustments reflect distribution paid from retained earnings. In May 2024, the Group made a distribution out of premium and thus both subscription price and number of
options granted were adjusted (Note 12.3 Distribution).
Performance Shares Plans
All the shares are subject to both external and internal performance
conditions. The performance conditions are the same as for the Stock
Option Plans described above.
The awards allocated in March 2024 were valued:
• At €58.34 (internal performance condition);
• At €34.62 (Criteria 1 external performance condition on TSR); and
• At €31.89 (Criteria 2 external performance condition on TSR).
This valuation is based on the share price at the date of allocation of
€68.34, a vesting period of 3 years, a market volatility of 35.56%, a
volatility of the reference composite index of 19.76% with a correlation
reference composite index/URW of 78.93%, a dividend assumption, and
a risk-free interest rate of 2.72%.
PS are accounted for in accordance with IFRS 2. The expense recorded
on the income statement in relation to PS came to €14.9 Mn in 2024 and
€14.3 Mn in 2023.
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The table below shows allocated PS not acquired at the period end:
Number of Number of Number of Potential
performance performance performance additional number
Starting date of the vesting period
(1)
shares allocated
(2)
shares cancelled shares acquired
of shares
(3)
March 2022
833,434
169,440
1,736
662,258
March 2023
473,333
28,879
–
444,454
March 2024
420,027
3,735
–
416,292
Total
1,726,794
202,054
1,736
1,523,004
(1) A minimum vesting period of 3 years without any requirement to hold the shares.
(2) The Adjustments reflect distribution paid from retained earnings. In May 2024, the Group made a distribution out of premium and thus the number of options granted were
adjusted. (Note 12.3 Distribution).
(3) The acquisition of the shares is subject to presence and performance conditions.
Retention Shares Plans
As from 2023, the Group has implemented Retention Shares Plans for employees below executive level (high potentials), without performance
conditions and subject only to presence condition 3 years from the delivery date.
Retention Shares (“RS”) are accounted for in accordance with IFRS 2. The expense recorded on the income statement in relation to the Retention
Shares Plans amounted to €2.6 Mn in 2024 and €1.2 Mn in 2023.
The table below shows allocated RS not acquired at the period end:
Number of Number of Number of
retention shares retention shares retention shares Potential additional number of
Starting date of the vesting period
(1)
allocated
(2)
cancelled acquired
shares
(3)
March 2023
134,326
16,163
418
117,745
March 2024
101,731
1,968
–
99,763
Total
236,057
18,131
418
217,508
(1) A minimum vesting period of 3 years without any requirement to hold the shares.
(2) The Adjustments reflect distribution paid from retained earnings. In May 2024, the Group made a distribution out of premium and thus the number of retention shares granted
were adjusted. (Note 12.3 Distribution).
(3) The acquisition of the shares is subject to presence conditions.
11.3.3. Remuneration of the Management Board Team and the Supervisory Board
Remuneration of the Management Board
(€ thousands) Paid in:
2024
(1)
2023
(1)
Fixed income
3,600
3,494
Short-term incentive
4,208
4,167
Other benefits
(2)
1,274
1,154
Total
9,082
8,815
(1) Corresponds to the remuneration of the 5 MB members paid in 2024 (in 2023, 5 members in proportion to their attendance time).
(2) Supplementary Contribution Scheme, company car and other additional benefits.
In 2024, members of the MB were allocated a total of 147,379 Performance Stock Options, all subject to performance conditions, and 147,379
Performance Shares, all subject to performance conditions.
Regarding the 2024 performance achievements, the MB members will receive in 2025 a total STI amounting to €4,137 K. The payment will be made
after the approval of the AGM.
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Remuneration of the Supervisory Board
The remuneration of the SB amounts to €1,258,500 for the 2024 fiscal year.
Transactions involving Supervisory Board members or Management Board members
(including loans or guarantees granted)
None.
Note 12. Share capital and dividends
12.1. Capital management
The Group’s objectives when managing capital are to safeguard the
Group’s ability to continue as a going concern in order to provide returns
for shareholders and benefits for other stakeholders, and to maintain an
optimal capital structure to reduce the cost of capital.
In order to maintain or adjust the capital structure, the Group may issue
new debt or buy back existing outstanding debt, adjust the amount of
dividends paid to shareholders (subject to the Group’s fiscal status
under the SIIC regime in France), return capital to shareholders, issue
new shares or buy back outstanding shares, or sell assets to reduce
debt.
The Group has disclosed the debt ratio LTV, which is calculated as the
net financial nominal debt expressed as a percentage of the portfolio
valuation (including transfer taxes). As at December 31, 2024, net
financial debt stood at €20,047 Mn
(1)
, excluding partners’ current
accounts and after taking cash surpluses into account (€5,288.9 Mn).
As at December 31, 2024, the total portfolio valuation amounts to
€48,069 Mn, including transfer taxes.
As at December 31, 2024, the calculated ratio amounted to 41.7%,
compared with 41.8% as at December 31, 2023.
12.2. Number of shares
Accounting principles
The Earnings per Share (“EPS”) indicator is calculated by dividing net result (holders of the Stapled Shares) by the weighted average number of
ordinary shares in circulation over the period.
To calculate diluted EPS, the average number of shares in circulation is adjusted to take into account the conversion of all potentially dilutive
ordinary shares, in particular stock options and PS during the vesting period.
The dilutive impact is determined using the treasury stock method, which assumes that proceeds from the exercise of options are used to
repurchase Company shares at their market value. The market value corresponds to the average monthly share price weighted by trading
volumes. The theoretical number of shares that may be purchased at the market value is deducted from the total number of shares resulting
from the exercise of rights. This number is then added to the average number of shares in circulation and hence constitutes the denominator.
Change in share capital
Total number of
shares
As at Jan. 1, 2023
138,767,088
Capital increase reserved for employees under Company Savings Plan
128,408
Shares granted
145,895
As at Dec. 31, 2023
139,041,391
Capital increase reserved for employees under Company Savings Plan
108,496
Shares granted and exercise of stock options
225,660
Increase of share capital
(1)
3,254,000
As at Dec. 31, 2024 142,629,547
(1) URW acquires 38.9% stake in URW Germany JV from partner CPP Investments for 3.254 Mn URW Stapled shares.
(1) After impact of derivatives instruments on debt raised in foreign currencies.
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Average number of shares diluted and undiluted
2024 2023
Average number of shares (undiluted)
139,497,322
138,965,717
Dilutive impact
Potential shares via stock options
(1)
250,931
–
Attributed Performance Shares and Retention Shares (unvested)
(1)
1,378,158
920,345
Average number of shares (diluted)
141,126,412
139,886,062
(1) Correspond only to shares or stock options as well as attributed PS and RS which are in the money and for which the performance conditions are fulfilled.
12.3. Distribution
On April 30, 2024, URW SE’s AGM of shareholders resolved a cash distribution of €2.50 per Stapled Share, which was paid on May 16, 2024. The cash
distribution amounted to €347.9 Mn and was made out of premium.
Note 13. Off-balance sheet commitments and contingent liabilities
All significant commitments are shown below. The Group does not have any complex commitments.
The amounts are disclosed under IFRS.
13.1. Commitments given
Commitments given (€Mn) Description Maturities Dec. 31, 2024 Dec. 31, 2023
1) Commitments related to the scope of the consolidated Group
13.2
56.5
Commitments for acquisitions/disposals
•
Purchase undertakings and earn-out
(1)
2025 to 2040
8.8
51.4
Commitments given as part of specific
•
Warranties and bank letters of credit given in the course of the
2025+
4.5
5.1
transactions ordinary business
2) Commitments related to Group financing
2,884.3
2,475.2
•
Mortgages and first lien lenders
(2)
2025+
2,584.0
2,122.3
Financial guarantees given
•
Guarantees relating to entities under the equity method or not
2025+
300.3
352.9
consolidated
(3)
3) Commitments related to Group operational activities
1,232.8
1,417.1
•
Properties under construction: residual commitments for works
2025+
754.0
950.1
Commitments related to development activities
contracts and forward purchase agreements
(4)
•
Commitments subject to conditions precedent
2025 to 2028
178.0
192.8
•
Commitments for construction works
(5)
2025 to 2064
168.8
192.7
Commitments related to operating contracts
•
Rental of premises and equipment
2025+
12.0
12.5
•
Other
2025+
120.1
69.0
Total commitments given
4,130.4
3,948.9
(1) The decrease relates the put option on CH Ursynow exercised by the partner driving to the purchase of the external shares by the Group.
(2) The outstanding balances at the reporting date of the debts and drawn credit lines which are secured by mortgages. The gross amount of mortgages was €2,599.1 Mn as at
December 31, 2024 (€2,137.5 Mn as at December 31, 2023).
(3) Corresponds mainly to guarantees provided by the Group in the US relating to associates under equity method or entities under foreclosure, for a portion of the principal
amount of the loans greater than the Group’s stake.
(4) Comprises financial guarantees given to the City of Paris regarding the Triangle Tower project.
(5) Under the 50-year lease contract to operate Porte de Versailles (Paris), an amount of €497.0 Mn for renovation works and €227.2 Mn for maintenance works have to be spent
(i.e. €724.2 Mn, representing an initial commitment of €362.1 Mn (Group share), of which €565.1 Mn has already been invested).
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Commitments relating to Group financing
• The Group’s overall hybrid portfolio amounts to €1,845 Mn as at
December 31, 2024. Hybrid securities are deeply subordinated
perpetual instruments with a coupon deferral option. The coupon is to
be paid when a mandatory payment event occurs, such as the
approval of a dividend payment, though the Group can suspend
payments while making the minimum required REIT distributions.
• In 2000, Westfield America Limited Partnership, Urban Shopping
Centres, L.P. and Westfield Growth, L.P. have guaranteed loans
entered into by joint ventures for a portion of the principal amount of
the loans greater than their stake in the joint ventures.
The Group as one of the General Partners of Head Acquisition, L.P.
(the general partner of Urban Shopping Centers, L.P.) has committed
to maintain and allocate to Urban’s minority limited partners a certain
amount of qualified non-recourse mortgage debt.
As a result of such debt maintenance obligations, certain subsidiaries
of the Group may be required to incur non-recourse financing on some
of the assets that are held by Urban Shopping Centers, L.P. “Urban”,
irrespective of the Group’s liquidity needs or alternative sources of
funding. This obligation applies to URW and other partners in Urban.
Failing this obligation would require the Group to indemnify Urban’s
L.P. for an indefinite period “to date”.
Other unquantifiable commitments given
related to the scope of the consolidated
Group
• For a number of recent acquisitions of properties in France, Unibail-
Rodamco-Westfield SE has committed to the French tax authorities
to retain these interests for at least five years, in accordance with the
SIIC tax regime.
• For a number of disposals, the Group granted usual representations
and warranties to the purchasers.
• The agreements in connection with joint investments with partners
may include usual clauses like (i) a lock-up period during which the
shareholders have to retain their interest in shared subsidiaries or (ii)
arrangements pursuant to which the parties can organise the exit of
the shareholders (e.g.: right of first offer, tag-along right in case the
partner sells its shares to a third party).
Other commitments given related to
Group operational activities
• The Group’s 50% subsidiary SCI Propexpo has committed that the
Espace Champerret venue in Paris, France, will continue to be used
as an exhibition hall until 2066.
• In a number of countries in which the Group operates, specific tax
regimes for real estate companies exist. For many companies of the
Group, eligible for such regimes, the Group has opted to use such
regimes. Although the details of those regimes are not exactly the
same for all countries, one of the standard elements is a requirement
to distribute all/nearly all of the recurring income, a large part of the
capital gains and all dividends received from other companies that
have opted for the application of such specific regime.
URW SE’s total carry forward SIIC distribution obligation stands at
€2,522 Mn as at December 31, 2024: it will be delayed until URW SE
has sufficient statutory results to meet this obligation. These
statutory results would not prevent URW SE from deciding to make
distributions out of its premium.
• In 2014, the City of Brussels selected Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield as
the co-developer, with its partners BESIX and CFE, of the NEO project.
BESIX has the possibility to increase its interest in the Mall of Europe
from 12.5% to 20% before the construction of the project.
CFE has an option to sell its shares in the Mall of Europe to Unibail-
Rodamco-Westfield from December 31 following the opening of the
shopping centre and during a period of one year. If the put is not
exercised, the Group has an option to buy CFE’s shares in the Mall of
Europe.
BESIX has an option to sell its shares in the Mall of Europe to Unibail-
Rodamco-Westfield from the end of the second full year after the
opening of the shopping centre and lasting 38 months from such date.
Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield SE together with the parent companies
of BESIX and CFE provided guarantees to the City of Brussels with
respect of all payment obligations of the joint ventures which will
develop the project.
Several counter guarantees were provided between Unibail-
Rodamco-Westfield SE, BESIX and CFE, to ensure that each joint
venture shall not bear any financial consequence beyond its program
and that the ultimate shareholder shall not bear more than its share
in each joint venture.
• In the context of the master concession developer agreement at John
F. Kennedy International Airport – Terminal One, URW SE guarantees
to JFK NTO L.L.C., performance of all obligations of its subsidiary,
URW Airports JFK T1, L.L.C., including but not limited to the prompt
payment of the concession rents when due and all other amounts due
and payable under the concession agreement. The concession rents
are fully variable and based on passenger enplanements, and the first
payments will start with the opening of the terminal to the public
expected in phases between 2026-2030.
Under the Master Retail Development, Management and Leasing
Agreement relating to JFK Terminal 8, URW SE guarantees to
American Airlines, Inc., the performance of all the terms and
conditions of the agreement executed by its subsidiary JFK T8
Innovation Partners, LLC.
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13.2. Commitments received
Commitments received (€Mn) Description Maturities Dec. 31, 2024 Dec. 31, 2023
1) Commitments related to the scope of the consolidated Group
0.9
7.0
Commitments for acquisitions/disposals
•
Sales undertakings
2027
0.9
7.0
2) Commitments related to Group financing
8,589.9
8,059.9
Financial guarantees received
•
Undrawn credit lines
(1)
2025 to 2030
8,589.9
8,059.9
3) Commitments related to Group operational activities
783.9
869.6
Other contractual commitments received related
•
Bank guarantees on works and others
2025+
6.8
18.5
to operations
•
Other
(2)
2025+
252.3
316.6
Assets received as security, mortgage or pledge,
•
Guarantees received relating to Hoguet regulation (France)
2025 to 2030
103.4
104.5
as well as guarantees received
•
Guarantees received from tenants
2025+
321.2
326.5
•
Guarantees received from contractors on works
2025+
100.2
103.5
Total commitments received
9,374.7
8,936.4
(1) These agreements contain financial covenants based on the Group’s IFRS financial statements. Certain credit lines are also subject to an early prepayment clause (in full or in
part) in the event of a change in ownership or a series of disposals reducing portfolio assets below a given threshold. No amount is secured by mortgages as at
December 31, 2024.
(2) Mainly comprises counter-guarantees received from JV’s partners in the Triangle Tower project.
13.3. Contingent liabilities
The company Rodamco Projekt AB (a Swedish autonomous legal entity)
is involved in an arbitration procedure with PEAB regarding claims on
the development of Westfield Mall of Scandinavia. The arbitration
decision was issued on June 30, 2023 and was not in line with the
Group’s expectations. The tribunal, by majority decision, accepted a
number of PEAB’s claims and rejected Rodamco Projekt AB’s claims in
very large parts. A total of SEK1.5 Bn, including interests and legal
costs, was granted to PEAB, while Rodamco Project AB was granted in
its turn a very limited amount of SEK0.089 Bn on its disturbance claims.
One of the arbitrators dissented with the majority and delivered an
extensive opinion to support his view. Based on the two separate arbitral
awards which were issued on matters of principle in the case, Rodamco
Projekt AB considers that the judgment issued is contrary to these
previous separate awards and contains substantial procedural errors in
almost every aspect. While arbitration award is not subject to appeal, it
can be cancelled in whole or in part at the request of one of the parties.
On August 7, 2023, Rodamco Projekt AB filed a suit against PEAB before
the Svea Court of Appeal with a request that the Final Award be set
aside and requested the Court of Appeal to stay the enforcement of the
Final Award. The stay of enforcement was ordered by the Court of
Appeal on August 10, 2023, challenged by PEAB on December 5, 2023
and confirmed by the Court of appeal on December 21, 2023.
In March 2024, Rodamco Projekt AB responded to PEAB’s statement of
defense together with a preliminary presentation of evidence and PEAB
has been ordered to submit its Rejoinder. An oral preparatory hearing
took place at the Svea Court of Appeal on October 16 and 22, 2024. It
was an exercise aimed at reviewing each parties’ positions in each of the
claims and circumstances raised in the case. The main hearing is
scheduled to start on March 18, 2025.
Based on the risk analysis performed by the Group and its legal advisors
and reinforced by independent experts’ opinions, no provision relating to
this litigation was booked. In parallel, the Group has reserved an
amount to cover the proceeding costs.
The Group is subject to a tax audit in France which resulted in a
notification of reassessments. The vast majority of reassessments
under proposal are denied by the Group and a €9.8 Mn provision was
recorded in 2024 based on the risk analysis performed by the Group and
its tax advisors.
Note 14. Subsequent events
On January 6, 2025, URW announced the sale of a 15% stake in the iconic Westfield Forum des Halles, a 77,600 sqm Flagship shopping centre located
in the heart of Paris, to CDC Investissement Immobilier, on behalf of Caisse des Dépôts (CDC), a leading long-term French institutional investor. The
net disposal price is €235 Mn
(1)
, in line with the last unaffected value.
URW keeps the control over the asset and the joint venture will be fully consolidated with an interest rate of 50%.
(1) With up to 10% price payment subject to a 5% annual return mechanism for CDC, which may be activated until 2029.
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Note 15. List of the main consolidated companies
% interest % control % interest
List of the main consolidated companies
Country
Method
(1)
Dec. 31, 2024 Dec. 31, 2024 Dec. 31, 2023
Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield SE
France
FC
100.00
100.00
100.00
Westfield Corporation Limited
Australia
FC
100.00
100.00
100.00
Donauzentrum Besitz- u. Vermietungs GmbH
Austria
FC
100.00
100.00
100.00
Shopping Center Planungs- und Entwicklungsgesellschaft mbH & Co.
Austria
FC
55.00
55.00
55.00
Werbeberatung KG
UR Invest GmbH
Austria
FC
55.00
55.00
55.00
URW Invest GmbH
Austria
FC
100.00
100.00
100.00
Centrum Cerny Most as
Czech Republic
FC
75.00
75.00
100.00
Centrum Chodov sro
Czech Republic
FC
100.00
100.00
100.00
Doria
France
FC
100.00
100.00
100.00
Financière 5 Malesherbes
France
FC
100.00
100.00
100.00
Volumes LPD
France
FC
100.00
100.00
100.00
Rodamco France
France
FC
100.00
100.00
100.00
SA Uni-Expos
France
FC
100.00
100.00
100.00
SA Union Internationale Immobilière
France
FC
100.00
100.00
100.00
SCI Chesnay Pierre 2
France
FC
50.00
50.00
50.00
SCI du Forum des Halles de Paris
France
FC
65.00
65.00
65.00
SCI Propexpo
France
FC
50.00
50.00
50.00
SCI SCC de La Défense
France
FC
53.30
53.30
53.30
SCI CC Francilia
France
FC
55.00
55.00
55.00
SNC Viparis - Porte de Versailles
France
FC
50.00
100.00
50.00
Uni-commerces
France
FC
100.00
100.00
100.00
CentrO companies
Germany
EM-JV
50.00
50.00
50.00
Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield Germany GmbH
Germany
FC
89.90
89.90
51.00
SARL Red Grafton 1
Luxembourg
FC
65.00
65.00
65.00
Crystal Warsaw Sp zoo
Poland
FC
100.00
100.00
100.00
GSSM Warsaw Sp zoo
Poland
FC
100.00
100.00
100.00
Zlote Tarasy partnership
Poland
EM-A
100.00
–
100.00
Aupark as
Slovakia
–
Sold
Sold
13.00
Unibail-Rodamco Retail Spain
Spain
FC
100.00
100.00
100.00
Unibail-Rodamco Steam SLU
Spain
FC
51.11
51.11
51.11
Rodamco AB
Sweden
FC
100.00
100.00
100.00
Rodamco Centerpool AB
Sweden
FC
100.00
100.00
100.00
Rodamco Handel AB
Sweden
FC
100.00
100.00
100.00
Rodamco Northern Europe AB
Sweden
FC
100.00
100.00
100.00
Rodamco Sverige AB
Sweden
FC
100.00
100.00
100.00
Rodamco Täby Centrum KB
Sweden
FC
100.00
100.00
100.00
Rodamco Austria BV
The Netherlands
FC
100.00
100.00
100.00
Rodamco Central Europe BV
The Netherlands
FC
100.00
100.00
100.00
Rodamco Czech BV
The Netherlands
FC
100.00
100.00
100.00
Rodamco Deutschland BV
The Netherlands
FC
100.00
100.00
100.00
Rodamco Europe Properties BV
The Netherlands
FC
100.00
100.00
100.00
Rodamco Retail Deutschland BV
The Netherlands
FC
100.00
100.00
100.00
Unibail-Rodamco Nederland Winkels BV
The Netherlands
FC
100.00
100.00
100.00
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% interest % control % interest
List of the main consolidated companies
Country
Method
(1)
Dec. 31, 2024 Dec. 31, 2024 Dec. 31, 2023
Unibail-Rodamco TH BV
The Netherlands
FC
100.00
100.00
100.00
URW UK Olympic BV 1 and 2
The Netherlands
FC
100.00
100.00
100.00
URW UK Olympic BV 3, 4 and 5
The Netherlands
FC
100.00
100.00
100.00
URW UK Shepherds BV 1 to 12
The Netherlands
FC
100.00
100.00
100.00
URW UK Shepherds BV 13, 14 and 15
The Netherlands
FC
100.00
100.00
100.00
Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield N.V.
The Netherlands
FC
100.00
100.00
100.00
Stratford City Shopping Centre n°1 & 2 Limited
United Kingdom
EM-JV
50.00
50.00
50.00
Westfield Europe Limited
United Kingdom
FC
100.00
100.00
100.00
Westfield UK & Europe Finance PLC
United Kingdom
FC
100.00
100.00
100.00
White City Acquisitions Limited
United Kingdom
FC
100.00
100.00
100.00
Head Acquisition LP
United States
FC
100.00
100.00
100.00
New WTC Retail Member LLC
United States
FC
100.00
100.00
100.00
Urban Shopping Centers LP
United States
FC
100.00
100.00
100.00
URW America Inc.
United States
FC
100.00
100.00
100.00
URW US Services, Inc.
United States
FC
100.00
100.00
100.00
URW WEA LLC
United States
FC
100.00
100.00
100.00
WEA Finance, LLC
United States
FC
100.00
100.00
100.00
WEA Holdings, LLC
United States
FC
100.00
100.00
100.00
Westfield America, LP
United States
FC
100.00
100.00
100.00
Westfield DDC, LLC
United States
FC
100.00
100.00
100.00
Westfield Head, LP
United States
FC
100.00
100.00
100.00
Westfield, LLC
United States
FC
100.00
100.00
100.00
WHL USA Acquisitions, Inc.
United States
FC
100.00
100.00
100.00
(1) FC: full consolidation method; EM-JV: joint ventures under the equity method; EM-A: associates under the equity method.
Note 16. Relationship with the Statutory auditors
Statutory Auditors
• KPMG Audit
- Commencement date of first term of office: AGM of May 11, 2023.
- Persons responsible: Régis Chemouny since May 2023.
• Deloitte & Associé
- Deloitte & Associés succeeded Deloitte Marque & Gendrot which was appointed on April 28, 2005.
- Person responsible: Emmanuel Gadret since May 2019 and Sylvain Durafour since May 2023.
The 6-year term of office for KPMG Audit and Deloitte & Associés comes to an end as at the AGM approving the 2028 accounts.
Fees of Statutory Auditors excluding their networks for the 2024 and 2023 fiscal years
Deloitte & Associés
KPMG
Statutory Auditors’ fees Dec. 31, 2024 (€Mn) 2024 2023 2024 2023
Audit and half-year review of the consolidated and non-consolidated financial
statements
(1)
1.7
1.7
1.3
1.0
(Parent company + controlled companies
(2)
)
Non-audit services
(3)
0.2
0.4
0.2
0.2
(Parent company + controlled companies
(2)
)
Total
1.9
2.1
1.4
1.1
(1) As from 2024, the audit fees relating to the sustainability audit is part of the “Audit and half-year review of the consolidated and non-consolidated financial statements”.
(2) The controlled companies correspond to the fully consolidated companies as well as the jointly controlled companies.
(3) Relates to the non-audit services in accordance with legal and regulatory requirements and to the non-audit services provided at the request of the Company. The amounts
correspond to (i) comfort letters issued in connection with bond issuances of the Group, and (ii) other services.
5.2 Notes to the consolidated financial statements
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5.3 Statutory financial statements as at December 31, 2024
5.3.1 Balance sheet as at December 31, 2024
Assets
(€ thousands) Notes Dec. 31, 2024
Depreciation,
amortisation and
impairment
Dec. 31, 2024
Net
Dec. 31, 2023
Intangible assets 3 285 285 0 0
Tangible assets 3 1,728,058 634,414 1,093,644 1,106,446
Financial assets 35,231,750 7,091,288 28,140,462 27,049,771
Investments in subsidiaries 4 25,269,499 7,030,071 18,239,428 13,982,516
Loans 5 9,962,241 61,217 9,901,024 13,067,106
Other financial assets 5 10 10 149
TOTAL NON-CURRENT ASSETS 36,960,093 7,725,987 29,234,106 28,156,217
Stocks 0 0
Advances and downpayments 1,402 1,402 1,229
Receivables 6 3,220,600 12,951 3,207,649 3,729,985
Trade receivables from activity 88,708 12,801 75,907 71,529
Other receivables 2,929,376 150 2,929,226 3,569,864
Difference of assesment of derivatives 202,516 202,516 88,592
Cash and cash equivalents 7 4,314,193 4,314,193 5,094,613
Prepaid expenses 8 29 29 56
TOTAL CURRENT ASSETS 7,536,224 12,951 7,523,273 8,825,883
Deferred charges and bond issue premium 9 153,904 153,904 164,170
Unrealised foreign exchange losses 10 140,129 140,129 138,064
TOTAL ASSETS 44,790,350 7,738,938 37,051,412 37,284,334
Liabilities and equity
(€ thousands) Notes
Dec. 31, 2024
Dec. 31, 2023
Shareholders’ equity
12
12,440,172 11,458,616
Share capital 713,148 695,207
Additional paid-in capital 13,511,529 13,491,086
Legal reserve 69,144 69,144
Other reserves 3,805 100,679
Retained earnings (2,829,692) (2,341,155)
Result for the period 943,172 (585,411)
Untaxed provisions 29,066 29,066
Other equity
13
1,844,800 1,844,800
Hybrid securities 1,844,800 1,844,800
Provisions for contingencies and expenses
14
160,054 185,239
Borrowings and financial liabilities 22,436,857 23,613,557
Other bonds 15 18,646,577 18,039,207
Bank borrowings and debt 15 436,564 945,617
Other borrowings and financial liabilities
15
2,661,215 4,007,140
Advances and downpayments received 1,773 6,181
Other liabilities 16 678,397 557,699
Deferred income 17 12,331 57,713
Unrealised foreign exchange gains
18
169,529 182,122
TOTAL LIABILITIES AND EQUITY 37,051,412 37,284,334
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5.3.2 Income statement as at December 31, 2024
(€ thousands) Notes
2024
2023
Revenue 198,013 200,045
Production of stock 0 (1,171)
Reversals of depreciation, amortisation, impairment and expense transfers 34,826 27,992
Other income 8,491 13,706
Total operating income 21 241,330 240,572
Other purchases and external charges 137,713 145,307
Taxes and related 7,258 6,981
Wages and salaries 10,360 9,777
Payroll taxes 4,474 4,149
Depreciation and amortisation of non-current assets – operating items 82,411 74,804
Impairment of non-current assets – operating items 15,222 60,928
Impairment of current assets – operating items 4,918 7,787
Provisions – operating items 878 19
Other operating expenses 8,086 13,047
Total operating expenses 22 271,320 322,799
1 – OPERATING RESULT (29,990) (82,227)
Investment income 654,313 373,705
Income from other marketable securities and receivables on non-current assets 551,573 568,665
Other interest income 784,868 740,860
Reversals of impairment and expense transfers 1,027,058 112,559
Foreign exchange gains 251,502 88,433
Net income from sales of marketable securities 0 0
Total financial income 23 3,269,314 1,884,222
Depreciation, amortisation and impairment – financial items 1,164,104 962,491
Interest expenses 1,140,318 1,270,577
Foreign exchange losses 59,922 146,251
Net expenses on sales of marketable securities 0 0
Total financial expenses 24 2,364,344 2,379,319
2 – FINANCIAL RESULT 904,970 (495,097)
3 – RECURRING RESULT BEFORE TAX 874,980 (577,324)
Non-recurring income on management transactions 503 1
Non-recurring income on capital transactions 100,231 525
Reversals of impairment and expense transfers 1,513 340
Total non-recurring income 102,247 866
Non-recurring expenses on management transactions 110 1
Non-recurring expenses on capital transactions 23,680 83
Depreciation, amortisation and provisions – non-recurring items 10,262 8,867
Total non-recurring expenses 34,052 8,951
4 – NON-RECURRING RESULT 25 68,195 (8,085)
Employee profit-sharing 3 3
Income tax 26 0 (1)
Total income 3,612,891 2,125,660
Total expenses 2,669,719 2,711,071
5 – NET RESULT 943,172 (585,411)
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5.3.3 Breakdown of income statement by region
Income statement
(€ thousands) France
Dutch
activity
Total
Total operating income 211,590 29,740 241,330
Total operating expenses 243,402 27,918 271,320
1 - OPERATING RESULT (31,812) 1,822 (29,990)
Total financial income 3,251,493 17,821 3,269,314
Total financial expenses 2,098,548 265,796 2,364,344
2 - FINANCIAL RESULT 1,152,945 (247,975) 904,970
3 - RECURRING RESULT BEFORE TAX 1,121,133 (246,153) 874,980
Total non-recurring income 102,247 0 102,247
Total non-recurring expenses 34,043 9 34,052
4 - NON-RECURRING RESULT 68,204 (9) 68,195
Employee profit-sharing 3 0 3
Income tax 0 0 0
Total income 3,565,330 47,561 3,612,891
Total expenses 2,375,996 293,723 2,669,719
5 - NET RESULT 1,189,334 (246,162) 943,172
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5.4 Notes to the statutory financial statements
Note 1. Highlights of the reporting
period
456
Note 2. Accounting policies 456
Note 3. Intangible and tangible
assets
461
Note 4. Financial assets 462
Note 5. Loans and other financial
assets
464
Note 6. Receivables 465
Note 7. Cash and cash equivalents 465
Note 8. Prepaid expenses 466
Note 9. Deferred charges 466
Note 10. Unrealised foreign exchange
losses
466
Note 11. Accrued income 466
Note 12. Changes in shareholders’
equity as at December 31,
2024
467
Note 13. Other equity 468
Note 14. Provisions for contingencies
and expenses
468
Note 15. Borrowings and financial
liabilities
469
Note 16. Other liabilities 472
Note 17. Deferred income 472
Note 18. Unrealised foreign exchange
gains
472
Note 19. Accrued charges 473
Note 20. Maturity of receivables and
payables at the end of the
reporting period
473
Note 21. Operating income 474
Note 22. Operating expenses 475
Note 23. Financial income 477
Note 24. Financial expenses 479
Note 25. Non-recurring items 480
Note 26. Income tax 480
Note 27. Related party information 481
Note 28. Off-balance sheet
commitments
481
Note 29. Options and shares granting
access to the share capital
shares
484
Note 30. Other information 485
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Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield S.E. (“URW SE”) has been listed on the
Paris Stock Exchange since 1972 and has been included in the CAC 40
index since June18, 2007, and the Euronext 100 and AEX indices since
February 2010. On January 1, 2003, the Company opted for SIIC
(Société d’Investissement Immobilier Cotée) tax status as a real estate
investment company.
Note 1. Highlights of the reporting
period
Property business
• On May 15, 2024, the Eole extension of the CNIT real estate complex
was inaugurated.
Holding company business
• On July 9, 2024, URW SE contributed receivables to its subsidiary
Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield NV (URW NV) as a share premium for a
total amount of €3.9 billion (see Note 23.1), of which €2.0 billion
related to partially impaired loans (see Notes 4 and 5).
• On October 31, 2024, the permanent establishment based in the
Netherlands since 2007 ceased its activity. URW SE still owns the
Amstelveen shopping centre located in the Netherlands.
• On November 13, 2024, URW SE sold its shares in Gaîté Bureaux for a
sale price of €95.3 million, generating a positive exceptional income
impact of €75.7 million (see Note 25).
• On December 4, 2024, URW SE acquired a 38.9% stake in URW
Germany and its subsidiaries in exchange for 3,254,000 newly
created stapled shares of URW (see Note 12). On December 30, 2024,
the shares acquired by URW SE were contributed to Rodamco Europe
Properties BV for a total amount of €378.7 million (see Note 4).
• On December 9, 2024, the refinancing of its indirect subsidiary,
Westfield Italian Holding SARL, led to a contribution of receivables at
the Group level, resulting in an increase in the value of URTH BV
shares by €140 million and the recognition of new receivables from
Westfield Italian Holding SARL for a net impaired amount of
€97million (see Notes 4 and 5).
• On December 23, 2024, URW SE financed the establishment of the
U.S. subsidiary Westfield Rise LLC with an amount of $15 million
(€14.4 million) through a cash contribution to its Dutch subsidiary
Rodamco Europe Properties BV (see Note 4).
• On December 30, 2024, URW SE acquired ASTAVAL 87, a company
owning a building in Levallois-Perret (Hauts-de-Seine), for a price
of€1.
• Throughout 2024, the Group recapitalized its French subsidiaries for
a total amount of €750 million (see Note 4).
Financial resources
Changes in net debt
In 2024, URW SE repaid a €644 million "Green Bond" and a €50 million
bond issued under the Euro Medium Term Notes (EMTN) program,
maturing in February and October 2024, respectively. Additionally, in
September 2024, URW SE issued two "Green Bonds" under the EMTN
program for a total amount of €1.3 billion. Furthermore, URW SE repaid
bank loans totaling €512.5 million.
Restructuring derivatives
URW SE also restructured its portfolio of derivatives in 2024.
The restructuring mainly consisted in:
• Terminate hedging swaps against a cash/settlement payment of
€151.8 million, recorded as an asset on the balance sheet under
"Valuation difference on derivatives" (see note 6) which will impact
the income statement for years 2025 and 2026;
• Set up hedging swaps against the receipt of cash/settlement
payment of €188.5 million, recorded as liabilities on the balance
sheet under "Other liabilities on derivative instruments and other
financial transactions" (see note 16) which will impact the income
statement from 2032;
• Terminate swap against a cash/settlement payment of €22.5 million
recorded in the income statement under "Expenses on caps, floors,
and swaps" as they are no longer considered hedging instruments at
their termination. Some of these swaps had been set up against the
payment of a cash/settlement amount. The portion of this amount
that has not yet been amortised has been recorded in the income
statement under "Expenses on caps, floors, and swaps" (see Note
24.2); and
• Sell swaptions against the receipt of a premium of €21.6 million,
recorded as a liability on the balance sheet under "Other liabilities on
derivative instruments" (see Note 16), impacting the income
statement between 2032 and 2036.
Note 2. Accounting policies
2.1. Application of accounting
policies
The statutory financial statements are presented in accordance with
the French Commercial Code, the French General Chart of Accounts in
force (regulation ANC 2014-03 of 5 June 2014 updated by all the
regulations that subsequently amended it), the provisions of French
legislation and the principles generally accepted in France. The general
accounting policies were applied in accordance with the principles of
consistent accounting method, prudence and independence of financial
years, ongoing concern basis.
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2.2. Changes in accounting
policies
There were no changes in accounting methods or estimates during the
period.
2.3. Basis of measurement
Non-current assets are recognised as assets when all the following
conditions are simultaneously met:
• It is probable that the Company will benefit from the corresponding
future economic advantages; and
• The cost or value of the assets can be measured with sufficient
reliability.
2.3.1. Intangible assets
Intangible items are measured at acquisition or production cost.
When the net book value is higher than the present value being
assessed in particular using profitability criteria, the difference is
booked as an impairment.
2.3.2. Tangible assets
Gross value
Tangible assets are recognised at acquisition or construction cost
(purchase price plus ancillary expenses) and divided into 4 components:
Main structure, Façade, Technical equipment, and Miscellaneous
fixtures and fittings. For assets acquired or built between 1997 and
2004, the cost also includes financial expenses arising during the
construction period.
Depreciation of buildings and fixtures
Depreciation is calculated on a straight-line basis over the estimated
useful life:
Offices & Others
• Main structure: 60 years
• Façade: 30 years
• Technical equipment: 20 years
• Miscellaneous fixtures and fittings: 15 years
Shopping Centres
• Main structure: 35 years
• Façade: 25 years
• Technical equipment: 20 years
• Miscellaneous fixtures and fittings: 15 years
Convention & Exhibition
• Main structure: 40 years
• Façade: 40 years
• Technical equipment: 30 years
• Miscellaneous fixtures and fittings: 10 years
The depreciation periods applicable to the 'Offices & Others' sector
were used for the CNIT complex, which includes the three segments
('Offices & Others,' 'Shopping Centres,' and 'Convention & Exhibition'),
as well as Les Ateliers Gaîté and the Pullman Paris Montparnasse hotel.
Impairment of tangible assets
Tangible assets are valued consistently by both external and internal
appraisers, as follows:
Completed property
At the end of each reporting period, investment property is assessed at
market value. This valuation is carried out by independent real estate
appraisers and takes into account investments and cost increase linked
to the current national and international economic context.
Any loss in value of investment property is calculated by comparing the
net book value and the appraisal value net of transfer taxes (“value
excluding taxes”).
An impairment charged in this way may be reversed or adjusted only
when the evidence that the asset may have been impaired has
disappeared or decreased.
Buildings under construction
If the project has been valued by an independent appraiser, impairment
is calculated in the same way as for buildings whose construction has
been completed.
If the project has not been valued by an independent appraiser, its value
is determined internally by the Development & Investment teams
through a market Exit Capitalisation Rate and the estimated net rentals
at completion. Impairment is booked when this value is lower than the
net book value.
2.3.3. Financial assets
Financial assets are recognised at acquisition cost on the balance sheet.
Technical losses from mergers or merger transactions via dissolution
without liquidation allocated to investments in subsidiaries are
recognised in this item.
Investments in subsidiaries are determined on the basis of their value in
use corresponding to the price the Company would accept to pay to
purchase these shares.
The value in use includes unrealised capital gain on assets or properties
held by the subsidiaries, such properties being measured at each year-
end by independent appraisers. These valuations take into account
rentals, the last real estate transactions, their Net Initial Yield and the
indirect impacts of the current international economic context (inflation,
interest rates rising, increase of the energy and the raw material costs).
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The value in use also includes the valuation of the intangible assets
(goodwill) made by independent appraisers, which are owned by the
subsidiaries, and based on the Discounted Cash Flows on these
activities.
When the value in use is lower than the acquisition cost plus any
technical loss related to said investments in subsidiaries, an
impairment is booked first on the merger loss and subsequently on the
investment in subsidiaries.
2.3.4. Acquisition fees and transfer taxes
The Company has decided to capitalise the costs of transfer taxes, fees
or commissions and legal expenses related to the acquisition cost of
tangible, intangible and financial assets. For tangible and intangible
assets, these costs and taxes are spread across the corresponding
components of the related asset and depreciated over the component’s
useful life.
2.3.5. Stocks
Gross value
Inventories represent buildings constructed under sale before
completion.
Inventories and work-in-progress are valued at the actual cost of
acquisition or construction or at their probable realisation value if the
latter is lower.
Financial costs are excluded from the valuation of stocks.
The revenue and the margin are recognised using the percentage-of-
completion basis. This progress is certified by the project manager and
served on the buyer by an “authentic” deed.
Impairment
Each building is valued at market value. If the construction completion
value become lower than the realisable value, a depreciation is
recorded at the end of the financial year.
2.3.6. Trade receivables
Receivables are recorded at their nominal value.
Uncollected receivables are recognised in “Doubtful receivables”
whenever there is a risk of non-collection and if applicable, depreciated
to take into account the eventual cash collection difficulties, according
to the available information at year-end closing.
The provisions are calculated by lease on the amount payable excluding
VAT, and the guaranteed deposits and working capital called from
tenants and restated for the rental discounts not issued at year-end
closing. The rate applied to calculate the provision depends on the risk
situation of the tenants.
Discounted rent periods and step rents
When a lease includes rent adjustment clauses, such as discounted rent
periods and step rents, the overall impact of these adjustments granted
over the firm term of the lease is recognised over the lease term. This is
calculated as from the date the asset is made available if this predates
the effective date of the lease. The impact is recognised in a receivable
sub-account.
2.3.7. Other equity
Undated subordinated notes redeemable at the option of the issuer
have been classified as other equity (see note 13).
2.3.8. Bond issuance costs
Bond and EMTN issuance costs along with bond premiums are
recognised as deferred charges and amortised over the term of the
related borrowings.
2.3.9. Provisions
Provisions recognised correspond to liabilities of uncertain timing or
amount or a liability representing an obligation with regard to a third
party that is likely or certain to result in an outflow of resources to the
third party, with no equivalent consideration expected in return.
2.3.10. Operating income
Operating income consists mainly of rents and rebilled building
expenses, which are rebilled to tenants in accordance with the terms of
their leases.
Calculation of sales-based rent
At the year-end closing, the Company adjusts, if necessary, the amount
of SBRs recognised according to the turnover declared by the tenants.
The sales-based rents (“SBR”) invoiced are estimated on the basis of the
turnover certificates sent by the tenants the previous year. This amount
is subject to an invoice/credit note upon receipt of the certified turnover
certificate obtained from the tenants between April and June of the
following year.
Rebilling of major works
The part of capitalised works rebilled to tenants is recognised in prepaid
income over a 3-year period, corresponding to the average firm term of
the leases.
Key money
Key money is recognised over the fixed term of the lease.
Rechargeable expenses
Rechargeable expenses, previously handled using a balance sheet
approach, are now addressed using an income statement approach.
On the lessee's side, when transitioning from the budget to the
projected amount, the positive or negative adjustment is recorded as an
accrued invoice or credit note to be issued.
On the expense side, when transitioning from the budget to the
projected amount, the positive or negative adjustment is recognised as
an invoice not yet received or a credit note receivable.
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2.3.11. Foreign currency transactions
Foreign currency income and expenses are booked at their equivalent
value in euros at the value date. Foreign currency receivables and
payables are translated into euros and recognised on the balance sheet
based on the closing exchange rate. Any resulting differences are
included in unrealised foreign exchange gains or losses. Foreign
currency bank accounts and similar accounts are converted at the
exchange rate at the closing date, and the exchange difference is
recognized in financial result.
A contingency and expense provision is booked for any unrealised
losses.
In the event the Company has entered into a perfect and symmetric
hedging as soon as foreign currency transactions are issued (the setting
up of a currency swap for the same amount and the same issue and
maturity dates as the hedged currency transaction), the transactions
are recognised at the exchange rate set by the hedging transaction.
2.4. Other accounting principles
2.4.1. Financial costs relating to
construction operations
Financial costs relating to major restructuring or construction
operations are expensed as incurred.
2.4.2. Forward financial instruments
URW SE uses a variety of derivative instruments, including swaps and
caps, to manage overall interest rate and/or currency risk.
Financial instruments are accounted for on the basis of the intention
with which the transactions are carried out.
Regarding hedging transactions:
• Interest income or expense on derivatives qualifying as hedge
instruments is recognised in the income statement on a symmetrical
basis with the method of recognising income and expense on the
hedged item, i.e. on a symmetrical basis with the recognition of
interest expense on the hedged borrowings;
• Compensation paid or received on signature of a swap contract is
recognised as a financial instrument in balance sheet assets or
liabilities and is amortised to profit or loss over the effective term of
the swap;
• Premiums paid upon signing of an option agreement of an option (e.g.
cap, floor, swaptions) are booked as financial instruments asset on
the balance sheet and spread through the income statement over the
period covered by the option;
• When the forward financial instruments are restructured with the
initial counterparty or cancelled and the hedged items still exist, in
order to ensure symmetrical treatment with the hedged item, the
gains and losses on terminated derivatives are recorded in the
balance sheet in the transitional treasury instrument valuation
accounts provided for in the French General Chart of Accounts (Plan
Comptable Général – PCG), pending recognition in the income
statement on a symmetrical basis with the hedged item. Realised
gains and losses on terminated hedging instruments are therefore
recognised in the income statement over the residual life of the
hedged item, symmetrically with the method of recognising income
and expenses on the hedged item. In the case of restructured
transactions, new derivatives are recognised in accordance with the
principles described in the second paragraph above. In order to
centralise the management of interest rate and exchange rate risks
at URW Group level, URW SE contracts internal derivatives with
Group companies. These internal derivatives are systematically
rolled over with mirror derivatives contracted with banking
counterparties. These perfectly matched derivatives are treated as
hedging transactions; and
• When it comes to risk-free optimisation transactions: URW SE can
implement strategies involving the sale of swaptions (an over-the-
counter option giving the buyer of the option the possibility of setting
up a swap under the conditions defined in the option contract) with
the intention of hedging. As the underlying swap of the swaption is
backed by an identified risk to be hedged, the sale of a swaption is
considered as an optimisation strategy without the company taking
on any additional risk at the time the hedging relationship is set up.
These swaption sales follow the principles of hedge accounting:
- The premium received on signing the sale of the swaption is
recognised as a financial instrument on the liabilities side of the
balance sheet and spread through the income statement over the
period covered by the underlying swap.
- If the swaption is exercised, the swap in place is treated as a
hedging instrument.
Regarding isolated positions:
• Changes in value are recognised in the balance sheet;
• A provision is booked for unrealised losses; and
• Any balancing cash adjustments arising on renegotiating these
instruments are recognised directly in the income statement.
The instruments in portfolio at the end of financial year are recorded in
off-balance sheet financial commitments for the nominal value of the
contracts.
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2.4.3. Income tax
URW SE, as well as most of its eligible French subsidiaries, opted for the
SIIC regime. Rental income and gains from the disposal of real estate
investments are exempt from income tax if minimum distribution
obligations are met. URW SE and its SIIC subsidiaries are required to
distribute at least:
• 95% of their recurring income and 100% of their dividend income
received from SIIC or equivalent subsidiaries (e.g. SOCIMI), before the
end of the financial year following the year in which the income was
recognised or received; and
• 70% of capital gains, before the end of the second tax year following
the year in which the gain was generated.
URW SE also reports a taxable sector for its non-SIIC ancillary activities.
URW SE is the ultimate parent entity of the URW Group, a multinational
enterprise as defined in Article 223 VJ et seq. of the French General Tax
Code, concerning the global minimum tax. Due to its SIIC status, URW
SE is exempt from the global minimum tax.
Given its SIIC status, URW SE is not liable for the global minimum tax.
The Company was subject to tax audits for the 2018 to 2021 financial
years, which resulted in proposed tax reassessments, most of which
have been contested by the Company. As of December 31, 2024, the
provisioned tax risk amounts to €9.8 million, based on the analysis
conducted by the Company and its advisors.
2.4.4. Treasury shares
Treasury shares are classified when repurchased, either in financial
assets, or in a “treasury shares” sub-account of marketable securities,
when the shares have been purchased for allocation to employees. As
at December 31, 2024, the Company has no treasury shares.
2.5. Climate change and risks
URW acknowledges the importance and urgency of climate issues. The
Group intends to play an active role in achieving the targets set out in the
Paris Agreement, which defines a global framework to avoid dangerous
climate change by limiting global warming to well below 2°C compared
with the pre-industrial level, and by continuing efforts to limit it to 1.5°C.
The potential impacts of climate change and risks have been analysed
in the context of the 2024 Group’s Financial Statements closing, based
on the hereafter-mentioned facts and assumptions.
A significant amount of information has been made available to the
appraisers in relation to several ESG key performance indicators
(“KPIs”) on an asset-by-asset basis. Amongst others, these KPIs are the
Energy Use Intensity on common areas, Building Research
Establishment Environmental Assessment Method (“BREEAM”) In-Use
certificates, climate risk studies outcomes, renewal energy on-site
production or presence of electric vehicle chargers. Appraisers have
reviewed and considered the information provided in their valuation
process. Capex to be spent in the next 5 years for the Energy Action Plan
were integrated as ESG Capex within the valuation model.
In addition, the operating cash flows derived from the 5YBP and capital
expenditure sensitivity analyses include any climate related impacts in
terms of additional investments enabling the Group to meet its net-zero
target on Scopes 1 & 2 in 2030 and a net-zero target on Scopes 1, 2 & 3
by 2050.
No significant impact has been identified, either on the valuation of the
assets, on the tenant’s portfolio or on the cash flows generated by
existing activities or on provisions for risks and charges.
Financing activity
Green Loans
• In 2024, the Company signed €2.7 Bn sustainability-linked credit
facilities with an average maturity of 4.9 years. Concurrently, the
Company repaid €500 Mn short-term loans put in place since the
COVID period with a remaining maturity of 2.6 years.
• Furthermore, the Company extended, by one year the maturity of
€946 Mn existing European credit facilities under sustainability-
linked format.
As at December 31, 2024, the total credit lines featuring with green or
sustainable indicators stands at €7.1 Bn, and the sustainability-linked
term loans amount to €0.4 Bn.
Green Bonds
The Company currently has two frameworks for its green financing:
• A Green Bond Framework, launched in 2014, under which one Green
Bond issued in April 2015 is still outstanding.
• A Green Financing Framework, launched in November 2022, which
will apply for all new green financing issuances going forward. The
Green Financing Framework establishes clear requirements for the
financing and/or refinancing of eligible new development projects
and the regeneration of standing assets. It imposes higher standards
on energy performance and new more stringent eligibility criteria.
On September 4, 2024, the Company secured additional liquidity
through the successful issuance of a €1.3Bn dual-tranche Green Bond
comprising: €650 Mn with a 5-year maturity and a 3.500% fixed coupon,
and a €650 Mn with a 10-year maturity and a 3.875% fixed coupon.
As at December 31, 2024, the outstanding nominal value of Green
Bonds amounts to €2.6 Bn.
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Note 3. Intangible and tangible assets
Changes in the gross value of intangible and tangible assets in 2024
(€ thousands)
Gross value
Opening balance
Acquisitions
Additions
Contributions
Merger
(1)
Interaccount
transfers
(2)
Disposal or
contribution
in kind
Gross value
Closing balance
INTANGIBLE ASSETS 285 285
Tangible assets
Land 341,937 171 (98) 342,010
Buildings 1,259,097 95,816 (983) 1,353,930
General installations 593 593
Other tangible assets 286 286
Non-current assets under construction 60,922 58,224 (91,158) 27,988
Advances and downpayments 4,794 3,115 (4,658) 3,251
TOTAL TANGIBLE ASSETS 1,667,629 61,510 0 (1,081) 1,728,058
TOTAL
1,667,914 61,510 0 (1,081) 1,728,343
The main movements in tangible assets during the year relate to:
(1) Works:
• The works of CNIT property complex recognised in “Non-current assets under construction” in 2024 for €36.2 Mn;
• The works of shopping centre Les Ateliers Gaîté and of the Pullman Paris Montparnasse hotel recognised in “Non-current assets under construction” in 2024 for €12.6 Mn ;
• The works of Stadshart Amstelveen property complex located in the Netherlands in “Non-current assets under construction” in 2024 for €10.7 Mn.
(2) Deliveries:
• Eole extension of CNIT property complex for €87.0 Mn;
• Complementary works of shopping centre Les Ateliers Gaîté and of the Pullman Paris Montparnasse hotel for €8.8 Mn.
Changes in depreciation, amortisation and impairment in 2024
Tangible assets
(€ thousands)
Depreciation and
amortisation
Opening balance
Increases due to
merger
Expense in the
period
Decreases
due to sales
Interaccount
transfers
Depreciation and
amortisation
Closing balance
Buildings 462,707 58,993 (984) 520,716
General installations 593 593
Other tangible assets 236 236
TOTAL DEPRECIATION AND AMORTISATION 463,536 0 58,993 (984) 0 521,545
The depreciation on tangible assets of the year includes mainly the depreciation on Stadshart Amstelveen complex for €19.5 Mn, on CNIT complex
for €16.5 Mn, on the Pullman Paris Montparnasse hotel for €14.9 Mn and on shopping centre Les Ateliers Gaîté for €7.8 Mn.
Impairment of tangible and intangible assets
(€ thousands) Opening balance
Expense in the
period
Reversals in the period
Interaccount
transfers Closing balance
Unused Used
Impairment of other intangible assets 285 285
Impairment of properties 97,646 15,222 112,868
TOTAL IMPAIRMENT 97,931 15,222 0 0 0 113,153
TOTAL DEPRECIATION, AMORTISATION AND
IMPAIRMENT
561,467 74,215 0 0 0 634,698
The remaining impairment on properties as at December 31, 2024, relates to the Pullman Paris Montparnasse hotel for €64.2 Mn, Dutch assets for
€33.7 Mn and shopping centre Les Ateliers Gaîté for €15.2 Mn.
The allowances have been booked in operating result.
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Note 4. Financial assets
Equity investments
(€ thousands)
Gross value
Opening
balance
Increases due to
acquisitions or
capital increases
Decreases due to
capital
redemption
or sale
Decreases
due to merger
transactions
via dissolution
without liquidation
Gross value
Closing
balance
Group subsidiary investments 19,517,157 5,178,983 (19,604) 24,676,536
Technical loss on group subsidiary investments 585,374 585,374
Long-term investments 11,430 (3,960) 7,470
Other investments 119 119
TOTAL 20,114,080 5,178,983 (23,564) 0 25,269,499
Changes in “Group subsidiary investments” this year mainly result from:
• The increase in the value of Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield NV shares
following the contribution of receivables for €3,893.9 Mn;
• The subscription to the capital increase of Rodamco France for
€500.0 Mn;
• The increase in the value of Rodamco Europe Properties BV shares
for €378.7 Mn following the contribution of the shares acquired by
URW SE in URW Germany and its subsidiaries, and by €14.4 million
following a cash contribution to finance the establishment of the U.S.
subsidiary Westfield Rise LLC;
• The subscription to the capital increase of Uni-Commerces for
€196.0 Mn;
• The share premium contribution to URTH BV for €140.0 Mn; and
• The subscription to the capital increase of Doria for €54.2 Mn.
Impairment
(€ thousands)
Gross value
Opening balance
Expense in the
period
Reversals in the period
Gross value
Closing balanceUnused Used
Impairment of Group subsidiary investments 6,076,124 1,124,874 (232,096) 6,968,902
Impairment of merger losses 55,434 5,729 61,163
Impairment of long-term investments 0 0
Impairment of other equity investments 6 6
TOTAL 6,131,564 1,130,603 (232,096) 0 7,030,071
As at December 31, the Company booked impairments on the following
shares:
• Rodamco Europe Properties BV: €571.7 Mn (including €211.6 Mn
recorded in the first half of the year while the shares were still
allocated to the Dutch Permanent Establishment);
• Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield NV (URW NV): €452.5 Mn.
As at December 31, 2024, the Company also booked impairments on the
following shares (subsidiaries in France and Spain):
• Unibail-Rodamco Spain SL: €39.3 Mn;
• Unibail-Rodamco SIF France: €31.5 Mn;
• Société Foncière Immobilière: €3.4 Mn;
• Proyectos Inmobiliarios Kansar III SL: €2.3 Mn;
• Gaîté Parkings: €2.0 Mn;
• Uniwater: €1.5 Mn;
• Village 7 Défense: €0.5 Mn;
• Global Etsy Investments SL: €0.3 Mn; and
• Other Shares: € 1.0 Mn.
Additionally, the Company booked an impairment on the technical
merger loss attached to the Beg Investissements shares for €5.7 Mn.
Furthermore, the Company booked the following reversals of
impairment:
• URTH BV: €124.4 Mn (including a €18.9 Mn impairment charge
recorded in the first half of the year while the shares were still
allocated to the Dutch Permanent Establishment);
• Westfield Corporation Limited: €45.3 Mn;
• Doria: €26.9 Mn;
• Unibail-Rodamco Real Estate SL: €12.0 Mn;
• WHL USA Acquisitions Inc.: €2.2 Mn; and
• Société de Tayninh: €0.6 Mn.
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Details of equity investments are presented below.
Subsidiaries and investments
Company
(€ Mn)
Share
capital
Shareholders’
equity other
than share
capital before
income
allocation
Capital
held
(%)
Gross
carrying
amount
of shares
Merger
loss
Net
carrying
amount
of shares
Loans and
advances
not yet
repaid
Deposits
and
guarantees
given
Revenue
excl. VAT
2024
statutory
result
Dividends
received
in 2024
and
included
in income
1. Subsidiaries (more than 50% owned)
AQUABON 1 100.00% 1 1 1 1 1
ASTAVAL 87 100.00%
BEG INVESTISSEMENTS 1 99.80% 4 21 6 2
BUREAUX DE LA TOUR CRÉDIT
LYONNAIS
99.99% 17 17 4 3 3
CIRCLOW SL 100.00%
CNIT DÉVELOPPEMENT 99.90% 30 (4)
DORIA 10 254 90.34% 532 524
ESPACE EXPANSION IMMOBILIÈRE 100.00%
FINANCIÈRE 5 MALESHERBES 99.98% 118 118 21 18
GAÎTÉ BUREAUX 99.99%
GAÎTÉ PARKINGS 8 99.99% 16 8 2 5 5
GALILÉE-DÉFENSE 11 100.00% 11 11 117 5 (3)
GLOBAL ETSY INVESTMENTS SL 14 13 100.00% 31 31 46 3
IMMOBILIÈRE LIDICE 100.00%
MALTESE 99.98% 1
MARCEAU BUSSY-SUD 99.99% 1 1 1
MONTHERON 99.90%
NOTILIUS 99.90%
PROYECTOS INMOBILIARIOS KANSAR
III SL
22 14 100.00% 51 33 60 6 (3)
PROYECTOS INMOBILIARIOS TIME
BLUE SL
51.11% 1 1
R.E. FRANCE FINANCING 100.00% 7 0 556
RODAMCO EUROPE PROPERTIES BV 670 5 100.00% 7,575 5,997 11
RODAMCO FRANCE 183 840 100.00% 1,155 523 1,678 5 56 243
RODAMCO PROJECT I BV 3 100.00% 3 3
SA CROSSROADS PROPERTY
INVESTORS
100.00% 1 0
SCI TOUR TRIANGLE 99.91% 2 0
SISTEMAS EDGERTON II SL 3 (1) 100.00% 6 1 4
SOCIÉTÉ DE TAYNINH 15,078 2 97.68% 21 18 1
SOCIÉTÉ FONCIÈRE IMMOBILIÈRE 100.00% 4 0 1 (1)
SOUTH PACIFIC REAL ESTATE SL 3 2 100.00% 5 5
TRIANGLE RENAN PARTICIPATION 4 32 100.00% 42 42 80 (4)
TRINITY DÉFENSE 1 100.00% 1 1 59 18 6 6
U&R MANAGEMENT BV 2 100.00%
UNIBAIL-RODAMCO PARTICIPATIONS 3 100.00% 5 5 (1)
UNIBAIL-RODAMCO REAL ESTATE SL 14 (2) 100.00% 29 29 68 5 9
UNIBAIL-RODAMCO RETAIL SPAIN SLU 50 87 100.00% 773 773 821 164 43 43
UNIBAIL-RODAMCO SIF France 22 2 100.00% 77 42 21 (1)
UNIBAIL-RODAMCO SPAIN SL 48 35 100.00% 150 111 42 27 8 219
UNIBAIL-RODAMCO STEAM SL 4 18 51.11% 210 210 220 61
UNIBAIL-RODAMCO TH BV 2,972 (1,644) 100.00% 4,858 2,077 169
UNI-COMMERCES 1,048 1,100 99.99% 2,297 2,297 40 81 109
UNIWATER 13 100.00% 22 15
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Company
(€ Mn)
Share
capital
Shareholders’
equity other
than share
capital before
income
allocation
Capital
held
(%)
Gross
carrying
amount
of shares
Merger
loss
Net
carrying
amount
of shares
Loans and
advances
not yet
repaid
Deposits
and
guarantees
given
Revenue
excl. VAT
2024
statutory
result
Dividends
received
in 2024
and
included
in income
UR VERSAILLES CHANTIERS 99.90%
UR-PHOBOS (2) 100.00% 10 2 1
VALOREXPO 100.00%
VILLAGE 5 DÉFENSE 5 12 100.00% 5 5 3 (2)
VILLAGE 7 DÉFENSE 2 5 100.00% 2 2 (4)
VILLAGE 8 DÉFENSE 100.00%
WESTFIELD CORPORATION LIMITED 404 188 100.00% 1,250 506 60
WESTFIELD ENERGY SL 100.00%
TOTAL I 20,569 990 19,292 586 14,548 1,993 111 348 453 648
2.2. Investments (between 10% to
50% owned)
GENIEKIOSK 50.00% 1 0
LA ROUBINE 3 50.00% 1 1
SCI LE SEXTANT (54) 49.00% 5 5 6 5 2
SIAGNE NORD 5 4 22.48% 2 2 (1)
SP POISSY RETAIL ENTERPRISES 50.00%
UNIBAIL-RODAMCO-WESTFIELD NV 120 5,945 40.50% 4,851 3,441 264 (14)
WHL USA ACQUISITIONS INC. 493 507 25.20% 527 237 (110)
TOTAL II 621 6,402 5,387 0 3,686 270 0 5 (123) 0
Other investments 7 7 1
TOTAL 21,190 7,392 24,686 586 18,241 2,263 111 353 330 649
Note 5. Loans and other financial assets
(€ thousands) Dec. 31, 2023 Increases Decreases
Impact of
exchange rate
fluctuations
Dec. 31, 2024
Loans to subsidiaries – principal 13,694,043 3,433,672 (7,306,486) 73,165 9,894,394
Accrued on subsidiaries loans 119,901 67,847 (119,901) 67,847
Other loans 149 (139) 10
TOTAL 13,814,093 3,501,519 (7,426,526) 73,165 9,962,251
(€ thousands) Opening balance
Expense in the
period
Reversals in the period
Other movements Closing balanceUnused Used
Impairment on subsidiary loans 746,837 (746,837) 61,217 61,217
TOTAL 746,837 (746,837) 0 61,217 61,217
During 2024, the impairment on subsidiary loans related to the subsidiary URW NV were reversed following the contribution of these receivables to
URW NV as a share premium. As at December 31, 2024, loan impairments relate to a loan with Westfield Italian Holdings SARL.
The maturity of loans to subsidiaries as at December 31, 2024 is as follows:
1 year or less: €2,098 Mn
Between 1 and 5 years: €6,331 Mn
More than 5 years: €1,465 Mn
TOTAL €9,894 Mn
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Note 6. Receivables
(€ thousands)
Dec. 31, 2024
Dec. 31, 2023
Receivables from Group and associated companies 2,720,292 3,304,413
Difference on assessment of derivatives 202,516 88,592
Accrued income on derivatives 67,462 104,120
Sundry debtors 97,734 126,714
Trade receivables 72,941 68,863
State – other public authorities 40,668 31,450
Employee receivables 3,220 3,317
Doubtful or disputed receivables 15,767 14,005
TOTAL 3,220,600 3,741,474
“Receivables from Group and associated companies” mainly relate to
current account financing granted to Group companies and profit and
losses from subsidiaries.
“Difference on assessment of derivatives” corresponds to cash
settlements from the unwinding of hedging swaps carried out in 2024
for €151.8 Mn and in prior years for €50.7 Mn.
“Sundry debtors” primarily relate to fund calls associated with the co-
project management of the Gaîté Montparnasse project.
“Trade receivables” mainly relate to accrued receivables, the
outstanding balance of rent-free periods and step rents relating to
property business and customer balances relating to re-invoicing of
Group Service Charges.
Impairment of receivables
(€ thousands) Opening balance
Expense in the
period
Reversals in the period
Other
movements
(1)
Closing
balanceUnused Used
Impairment of doubtful receivables 11,339 4,918 (341) (768) (2,347) 12,801
Impairment of subsidiary current accounts 150 150
TOTAL
11,489 4,918 (341) (768) (2,347) 12,951
(1) Reclassification from “Doubtful or disputed receivables” item to “Impairment of doubtful receivables”.
Note 7. Cash and cash equivalents
(€ thousands)
Dec. 31, 2024
Dec. 31, 2023
Term deposit 2,756,663 2,191,837
Bank accounts with a debit balance 1,452,624 2,737,375
Cash instruments 104,906 165,401
TOTAL 4,314,193 5,094,613
There is no difference between the book value of term deposit on the balance sheet and their market value.
The term deposits have short or medium term:
• 3-months term with a fixed rate or a float rate fixed in advance;
• A term going up to 18 months with the possibility to withdraw the funds by anticipation with a 32 day’s notice period. In this case, the rate applied is
review every 3 months.
“Cash instruments” mainly relate to premiums on caps and fees relating to interest rate swaps to not yet amortised.
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Note 8. Prepaid expenses
(€ thousands)
Dec. 31, 2024
Dec. 31, 2023
General expenses 29 56
TOTAL 29 56
Note 9. Deferred charges
(€ thousands)
Dec. 31, 2024
Dec. 31, 2023
Charges on bank loans and borrowings 23,535 18,276
Charges on bonds 54,283 55,814
Charges on hybrid securities 13,834 18,573
Bond issue premium 62,252 71,507
TOTAL 153,904 164,170
Note 10. Unrealised foreign exchange losses
(€ thousands)
Dec. 31, 2024
Dec. 31, 2023
Subsidiary loans in SEK 135,387 118,507
Subsidiary loans in GBP 4,742 0
Subsidiary loans in PLN 0 24
Subsidiary loans in USD 0 11,703
Derivatives 0 7,830
TOTAL 140,129 138,064
Note 11. Accrued income
(€ thousands)
Dec. 31, 2024
Dec. 31, 2023
Financial assets 67,847 119,901
Other trade receivables 46,178 47,036
Trade payables 613 621
Taxes 8,798 6,111
Group and associates 9,668 16,831
Other receivables 72,534 124,826
TOTAL 205,638 315,326
The decrease in the "Financial assets" line item is mainly due to the reduction in accrued interest on loans following the contribution of receivables on
URW America Inc to URW NV.
As of December 31, 2023, the "Other receivables" line item included interest receivable on Caps amounting to €57.5 million. As of December 31,
2024, there are no interest receivables on Caps.
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Note 12. Changes in shareholders’ equity as at December 31, 2024
Number of shares: 142,629,547
Par value: €5
(€ thousands)
Before allocation
of net result
Dec. 31, 2023
Allocation of 2023
net result
2024 changes
Before
allocation of net
result Dec. 31,
2024
Share capital 695,207 17,941
(1)
713,148
Reserves 13,660,909 (96,874) 20,443 13,584,478
Additional paid-in capital: Issue premium 2,655,264 7,510
(1)
2,662,774
Additional paid-in capital: Contribution premium 10,835,822 12,933 10,848,755
Legal reserve 69,144 69,144
Other reserves 96,874 (96,874) 0
Reserve for euro translation 3,805 3,805
Retained earnings (2,341,155) (488,537) (2,829,692)
Net result (585,411) 585,411 943,172 943,172
Regulated provisions 29,066 29,066
TOTAL SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY 11,458,616 0 981,556 12,440,172
Dividend
0
(1) Changes in share capital and share premium relate mainly to the capital increase as part of the acquisition of a stake in URW Germany, the capital increase reserved for
employees carried out under the company savings plan and the issue of performance shares.
Due to the lack of net result available for distribution, the SIIC distribution obligation created in 2024, i.e. €520.7 Mn, and the residual obligation from
previous years, amounting to €2,001.2 Mn, will be carried forward until URW SE reports positive results available for distribution and to subsequent
years as needed. The total amount of the SIIC obligations carried forward is €2,521.9 Mn.
Change in the number of shares comprising the share capital
Number of
shares
As at Jan. 1, 2023 138,767,088
Capital increase reserved for employees under the Company Savings Plan 128,408
Exercise of stock options 0
Performance shares grants 145,895
As at Dec. 31, 2023 139,041,391
Capital increase under the acquisition of a stake in URW Germany 3,254,000
Capital increase reserved for employees under the Company Savings Plan 108,496
Exercise of stock options 59,150
Performance shares grants 166,510
As at Dec. 31, 2024 142,629,547
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Note 13. Other equity
(€ thousands)
Dec. 31, 2024
Dec. 31, 2023
Hybrid securities 1,844,800 1,844,800
TOTAL 1,844,800 1,844,800
To finance the cash component of the acquisition of the Westfield
Corporation Group on June 7, 2018, in April 2018, URW SE issued
€2,000 Mn of hybrid securities classified as “Other equity” in
accordance with the OEC opinion 28 (July 1994). This issuance was
made in 2 tranches:
• €1,250 Mn with a 2.125% coupon and a first non-call period of
5.5years; and
• €750 Mn with a 2.875% coupon and a first non-call period of 8 years.
In 2023, URW launched a par-for-par exchange offer on the first tranche
of its hybrid bonds, reducing the Group’s total hybrid portfolio to
€1,845Mn.
As at December 31, 2024, the hybrid portfolio consists of:
• €750 Mn with a 2.875% coupon, issued in April 2018, with a first non-
call period of 8 years;
• €99.8 Mn with a 2.125% coupon, issued in April 2018, with a first non-
call period of 5.5 years; and
• €995 Mn with a 7.25% coupon, issued in July 2023, with a first non-
call period of 5.25 years.
Note 14. Provisions for contingencies and expenses
(€ thousands) Opening balance
Expense in the
period
Reversals in the period
Closing
balanceUnused Used
Provisions for operating contingencies 8,865 1,093 (435) 9,523
Provisions for foreign exchange losses 130,234 21,622 (24) (11,703) 140,129
Other provisions 46,140 10,048 (42,186) (3,600) 10,402
TOTAL 185,239 32,763 (42,645) (15,303) 160,054
Changes in “Provisions for foreign exchange losses” reflect primarily the provisions regarding unrealised foreign exchange losses following the
deacrease of Swedish krona and the reversal of provisions for unrealised foreign exchange losses following the repayment of term deposits in US
dollars.
Changes in “Other provisions” result mainly from the reversal of a provision for risk on subsidiary related to URSIF France for €28.3 Mn, the reversal
of a provision for risk for €7.8 Mn concerning the purchase of Foreign Exchange Forward in US dollar, a €7.5 Mn reversal of provision for risk relating
to compensation for works on the Les Ateliers Gaîté asset and provisions for tax risks amounting to €10.0 Mn.
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Note 15. Borrowings and financial liabilities
(€ thousands) Dec. 31, 2023 Increases Decreases
Impact of exchange
rate fluctuations
Dec. 31, 2024
Bonds 18,039,207 1,478,139 (870,769) 18,646,577
Principal outstanding 17,862,186 1,300,000 (693,748) 18,468,438
Accrued interest 177,021 178,139 (177,021) 178,139
Bank loans and borrowings 945,617 11,564 (520,617) 436,564
Principal outstanding 937,500 (512,500) 425,000
Accrued interest 6,674 7,619 (6,674) 7,619
Bank accounts with a credit balance 1,443 3,945 (1,443) 3,945
Miscellaneous borrowings and financial liabilities 4,007,140 457,198 (1,809,536) 6,413 2,661,215
Deposits and guarantees 6,665 2,618 (2,105) 7,178
Other borrowings 1,590,740 (914,168) 6,413 682,985
Payables on other borrowings 33,965 8,098 (33,965) 8,098
Medium-term notes 0 0
Payables on medium-term notes 0 0
Commercial paper 0 0
Payables on commercial paper 0 0
Payables on hybrid securities 33,480 33,571 (33,480) 33,571
Subsidiary current accounts 2,261,487 405,430 (745,015) 1,921,902
Transfer of subsidiaries’ earnings 80,803 7,481 (80,803) 7,481
TOTAL 22,991,964 1,946,901 (3,200,922) 6,413 21,744,356
Changes in the “Bonds” item result from the issue of two Green bonds
under the EMTN Programme for a total amount of €1,300 Mn, the total
redemption of a Green bond for €644 Mn tranche maturing in February
2024 and one bond tranche maturing in October for €50 Mn.
Changes in the “Bank loans and borrowings-Principal outstanding” item
mainly relate to the repayment of five bank loans for a total amount of
€512.5 Mn.
Changes in the “Miscellaneous borrowings and financial liabilities –
Other borrowing” item are mainly due to the repayment of loans for a
total amount of US$964.0 Mn with a subsidiary of Group URW.
As at December 31, 2024, the “Subsidiary current accounts” item
comprises financing granted mainly by the following subsidiaries:
• Rodamco Europe Properties BV: €526 Mn;
• Uni-Expos: €179 Mn;
• Westfield UK & Europe Finance PLC: €133 Mn;
• Rodamco Europe Finance BV: €133 Mn;
• URW Invest GmbH: €121 Mn;
• Rodamco Sverige AB: €120 Mn;
• Unibail-Rodamco Retail Spain SL: €83 Mn;
• Rodamco France: €62 Mn; and
• Unibail-Rodamco Spain SL: €58 Mn.
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Characteristics of bonds and EMTNS
Issue date
(based on value date) Interest rate
Amount
outstanding as at
Dec. 31, 2024
(€ Mn)
Maturity
November 2010 Fixed rate 4.170% 41 November 2030
October 2011 Fixed rate 4.100% 27 October 2031
November 2011 Fixed rate 4.050% 20 November 2031
February 2013 Fixed rate 3.100% for a par value of HKD 700 Mn 69 February 2025
March 2013 Fixed rate 3.280% for a par value of HKD 585 Mn 58 March 2025
October 2013 Fixed rate 3.900% for a par value of HKD 400 Mn 38 October 2025
March 2014 Fixed rate 3.080% 20 March 2034
April 2014 Fixed rate 3.080% 30 April 2034
June 2014 Fixed rate 2.500% 600 June 2026
April 2015 Fixed rate 1.375% 655 April 2030
April 2015 Green Bond fixed rate 1.000% 500 March 2025
November 2015 Fixed rate 2.066% 30 November 2030
November 2015 Fixed rate 3.095% for a par value of HKD 750 Mn 90 November 2025
December 2015
Fixed rate 2.100% for 3 years then Structured coupon linked to CMS 10 years
(floored at 0%, capped at 3.000%) 70 December 2030
March 2016 Fixed rate 1.375% 500 March 2026
March 2016 Floating rate (Euribor 6M floored at 0.95%, capped at 3.000%) 20 March 2027
April 2016 Fixed rate 1.125% 500 April 2027
April 2016 Fixed rate 2.000% 500 April 2036
November 2016 Fixed rate 0.875% 500 February 2025
December 2016 Fixed rate 2.740% for a par value of HKD 500 Mn 61 November 2026
February 2017 Fixed rate 1.500% 600 February 2028
May 2017 Fixed rate 1.500% 500 May 2029
May 2017 Fixed rate 2.000% 500 May 2037
May 2018 Fixed rate 1.125% 800 September 2025
May 2018 Fixed rate 1.875% 900 January 2031
May 2018 Fixed rate 2.25% 500 May 2038
June 2018 Structured coupons linked to CMS 15 years 40 June 2033
December 2018 Fixed rate 2.000% 100 December 2033
February 2019 Fixed rate 1.750% 750 February 2034
February 2019 Fixed rate 1.000% 750 February 2027
July 2019 Fixed rate 1.750% 500 July 2049
October 2019 Fixed rate 0.875% 750 March 2032
April 2020 Fixed rate 2.625% 800 April 2030
April 2020 Fixed rate 2.125% 600 April 2025
June 2020 Fixed rate 2.000% 750 June 2032
December 2020 Fixed rate 0.625% 1,000 May 2027
December 2020 Fixed rate 1.375% 1,000 December 2031
May 2021 Fixed rate 0.750% 650 October 2028
May 2021 Fixed rate 1.375% 600 May 2033
December 2023 Green Bond fixed rate 4.125% 750 December 2030
September 2024 Green Bond fixed rate 3.875% 650 September 2034
September 2024 Green Bond fixed rate 3.500% 650 September 2029
TOTAL 18,469
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Maturity of borrowings and financial liabilities
(€ thousands) One year or less
Between
1 and 5 years More than 5 years Total
Other bonds 2,832,779 5,830,798 9,983,000 18,646,577
Convertible bonds (ORNANE) 0 0 0 0
Accrued interest 0 0 0 0
Bonds 2,654,640 5,830,798 9,983,000 18,468,438
Accrued interest 178,139 0 0 178,139
Bank loans and borrowings 11,564 425,000 0 436,564
Bank loans 0 425,000 0 425,000
Accrued interest on bank loans 7,619 0 0 7,619
Bank accounts with a credit balance 3,945 0 0 3,945
Miscellaneous borrowings and financial liabilities 2,661,215 0 0 2,661,215
Deposits and guarantees 7,178 0 0 7,178
Other borrowings 682,985 0 0 682,985
Payables on other borrowings 8,098 0 0 8,098
Medium-term notes 0 0 0 0
Payables on medium-term notes 0 0 0 0
Commercial paper 0 0 0 0
Payables on commercial paper 0 0 0 0
Payables on hybrid securities 33,571 0 0 33,571
Subsidiary current accounts 1,921,902 0 0 1,921,902
Transfer of subsidiaries’ earnings 7,481 0 0 7,481
TOTAL 5,505,558 6,255,798 9,983,000 21,744,356
Contractual obligations relating to
borrowings and EMTNS
No borrowings are subject to early repayment clauses linked to the
Company’s debt ratings, barring exceptional circumstances such as a
change of control.
The bonds are not subject to any contractual covenants based on
financial ratios that could trigger early redemption.
The funds raised with the Green Bond issue must be used to fund
projects or assets meeting certain criteria such as for obtaining
BREEAM certification.
A significant share of bank loans and credit facilities contains financial
covenants such as Loan To Value (“LTV”), ICR and FFO/NFD ratios, as
well as a prepayment clause in the event of a material adverse change.
Levels of financial covenants applied in Europe on URW Group
Covenants Limit
Dec. 31, 2024
Dec. 31, 2023
LTV < 60% 41.8% 41.8%
ICR > 2x 4.2x 4.2x
FFO/NFD > 4% 8.3% 7.8%
These covenants are tested twice a year based on the Group’s IFRS
financial statements. As at December 31, 2024:
• All these covenants are complied with;
- 100% of the Group’s credit facilities and bank loans allowed an LTV
ratio of up to 60% of total assets or the value of the borrowing
entity’s assets;
- 100% of the Group’s credit facilities and bank loans require an ICR
>2x for the Group or the borrowing entity; and
- 100% of the Group’s credit facilities and bank loans include a FFO/
NFD covenant. These require an FFO/NFD above 4% for the Group.
Interest rate risk
URW SE is exposed to interest rate fluctuations on its floating-rate
borrowings, which finance its investment policy and maintain sufficient
financial liquidity. The Company’s management policy regarding
interest rate risk is to minimise the impact that changes in interest rates
could have on earnings and cash flow and optimise the overall cost of
debt. In order to implement this strategy, URW SE uses derivative
instruments (mainly caps and swaps) to hedge its interest rate
exposure. All transactions are managed centrally and independently.
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Counterparty risk
The derivative instruments put in place to limit interest rate risks expose the Company to the risk that its counterparties may default on their
obligations. To limit counterparty risk, URW SE only contracts hedges with leading international financial institutions.
Note 16. Other liabilities
(€ thousands)
Dec. 31, 2024
Dec. 31, 2023
Amounts due to suppliers 40,817 53,332
Employee payables and similar payables 13,121 10,346
State – other public authorities 18,014 5,068
Amounts due on investments 28,627 19,420
Other liabilities 577,818 469,533
On property activities 87,919 117,465
On derivatives and other financial transactions 489,597 351,722
Other sundry liabilities 302 346
TOTAL 678,397 557,699
The “Amounts due on investments” item mainly consists of accrued payables relating to works on the CNIT building complex for €15.2 Mn, the
Pullman Paris Montparnasse hotel for €7.7 Mn and the shopping centre Les Ateliers Gaîté for €2.6 Mn.
Changes in the “Other liabilities on derivatives and other financial transactions” item result mainly from the fees relating to interest swaps set up
during 2024 (+€188.5 Mn) and the change in the fair value of swaptions in open isolated position (-€54.2 Mn).
Note 17. Deferred income
(€ thousands)
Dec. 31, 2024
Dec. 31, 2023
Property business 5,301 3,162
Balancing cash adjustment on Group debt 5 24
Arrangement fee on subsidiary loans 7,025 54,527
TOTAL 12,331 57,713
The change in the “Arrangement fees on subsidiary loans” item is mainly due to the full amortisation of arrangement fees (-€49 Mn) in 2024 following
the contribution of loans by URW SE as share premiums to URW NV.
Note 18. Unrealised foreign exchange gains
(€ thousands)
Dec. 31, 2024
Dec. 31, 2023
Subsidiary loans in CZK 10,958 24,954
Subsidiary loans in DKK 74 101
Subsidiary loans in PLN 17,234 12,595
Subsidiary loans in USD 141,263 130,962
Group debt in GBP 0 2,194
Group debt in SEK 0 11,316
TOTAL 169,529 182,122
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Note 19. Accrued charges
(€ thousands)
Dec. 31, 2024
Dec. 31, 2023
Miscellaneous borrowings and financial liabilities 227,428 251,140
Trade receivables 1,547 2,128
Trade payables 51,993 54,838
Employee payables 6,594 5,899
Social security and similar payables 5,489 4,032
Tax payables 5,761 1,824
Subsidiary current accounts 4,825 2,468
Other liabilities 22,117 50,511
TOTAL 325,754 372,840
Note 20. Maturity of receivables and payables at the end of the
reporting period
Maturity of receivables
(€ thousands) Gross
Maturity
1 year or less More than 1 year
Receivable on non-current assets
Other long-term investments 0 0 0
Loans
(1)
9,962,241 2,166,082 7,796,159
Other 10 0 10
Current asset receivables
Trade receivables from activity
Doubtful or disputed receivables 15,767 15,767 0
Other trade receivables from activity 72,941 39,337 33,604
Other receivables
Employee receivables 3,220 3,220 0
State – other public authorities 40,668 40,668
Receivables from group and associated companies 2,720,292 2,720,292 0
Accrued income on derivatives 67,462 67,462 0
Sundry debtors 97,734 97,734 0
Difference of assesment of derivatives 202,516 125,573 76,943
Prepaid expenses
Overheads 29 29 0
TOTAL 13,182,880 5,276,164 7,906,716
(1) Loans granted during the financial year
Loans repaid during the financial year
3,433,672
7,306,486
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Maturity of liabilities
(€ thousands) Gross
Maturity
1 year or less
Between 1 and 5
years More than 5 years
Convertible bonds
(1)
0 0 0 0
Other bonds
(1)
18,646,577 2,832,779 5,830,798 9,983,000
Bank loans and borrowings
(1)
436,564 11,564 425,000 0
Miscellaneous borrowings and financial liabilities
(1)
2,661,215 2,661,215 0 0
Advances and downpayments received 1,773 1,773 0 0
Amounts due to suppliers 40,817 40,817 0 0
Tax and social security liabilities
Employee payables and similar payables 13,121 13,121 0 0
State – other public authorities 18,014 18,014 0 0
Amounts due on investments 28,627 28,627 0 0
Other liabilities 577,818 200,049 92,717 285,052
Deferred income
Property business 5,301 5,301 0 0
Balancing cash adjustment on Group debt 5 5 0 0
Arrangement fee on subsidiary loans 7,025 2,869 4,156 0
TOTAL 22,436,857 5,816,134
6,352,671 10,268,052
(1) Liabilities contracted during the financial year
Liabilities repaid during the financial year
1,300,000
2,120,416
Note 21. Operating income
21.1. Revenue
(€ thousands)
2024
2023
Property business 88,382 87,580
Offices & Others segment 42,686 41,315
Shopping Centres segment 43,243 43,943
Convention & Exhibition segment 2,453 2,322
Other rebilled items 109,631 112,465
TOTAL 198,013 200,045
“Other rebilled items” consist in particular of rebilled items relating to the Group Service Charges agreement.
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21.2. Reversals of depreciation, amortisation, impairment and expense
transfers
(€ thousands)
2024
2023
Reversals of impairment 9,418 4,043
Reversals of provisions for disputes 8,309 2,326
Reversals of impairment of doubtful receivables 1,109 1,717
Reversals of impairment of buildings 0 0
Rebilled expenses and expense transfers 25,408 23,949
TOTAL 34,826 27,992
Rebilled expenses and expense transfers for 2024 are composed of:
• Rebilled service charges: €17.0 Mn;
• Rebilled taxes for €3.7 Mn;
• Rebilled construction work for €2.5 Mn;
• Rebilled marketing fees for €1.8 Mn; and
• Rebilled management fees for €0.4 Mn.
21.3. Other income
(€ thousands)
2024
2023
Key money 765 3,537
Speciality leasing fee 2,293 667
Other 5,433 9,502
TOTAL 8,491 13,706
In 2023, the “Other income” item included interest and late payment penalties received from Réseau Ferré de France in connection with the Eole
works impacting the CNIT building complex, for an amount of €9.0 Mn.
Note 22. Operating expenses
22.1. Other purchases and external charges
(€ thousands)
2024
2023
1- EQUIPMENT, MATERIALS AND WORKS 0 0
2- PURCHASES OF CONSUMABLES 319 1,197
3- EXTERNAL SERVICES 19,921 22,199
Property business 17,710 19,832
Leases and rental expenses 15,117 16,857
Maintenance and repair 2,753 2,787
Insurance (160) 188
General expenses 2,211 2,367
Leases and rental expenses 257 248
Maintenance and repair 11 8
Insurance 1,370 1,547
Miscellaneous 573 564
4- OTHER EXTERNAL SERVICES 117,473 121,911
Property business 4,851 4,486
General expenses 112,622 117,425
TOTAL 137,713 145,307
The “Other external services – General expenses” item mainly includes rebilled costs related to the Group Service Charges agreement, which
decreased by €9.3 Mn in 2024.
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22.2. Taxes and related
(€ thousands)
2024
2023
Taxes on remuneration 1,203 1,059
Property taxes 5,217 5,014
Other taxes 838 908
TOTAL 7,258 6,981
22.3. Personnel expenses
(€ thousands)
2024
2023
Wages and salaries 10,360 9,777
Payroll taxes 4,474 4,149
TOTAL 14,834 13,926
22.4. Depreciation and amortisation of non-current assets and deferred
charges
(€ thousands)
2024
2023
Tangible assets 58,993 56,503
Deferred charges
Charges on borrowings 18,781 14,603
Charges on hybrid securities 4,637 3,698
TOTAL 82,411 74,804
The change in the “Tangible assets” item is mainly due to €2.0 Mn in depreciation on the CNIT building complex works, which were commissioned in
May 2024.
The change in the “Deferred charges – charges on borrowings” item is primarily due to the amortisation of expenses related to the issuance of “Green
Bonds” in December 2023 and September 2024 (€2.1 Mn) and the establishment of credit lines in 2024 (€1.7 Mn).
22.5. Impairment and provision expenses
(€ thousands)
2024
2023
Non-current assets 15,222 60,928
Current assets 4,918 7,787
Contingencies and expenses 878 19
TOTAL 21,018 68,734
In 2024, the "Non-current assets" line item includes impairment charges for the Les Ateliers Gaîté shopping centre and the Amstelveen
shoppingcentre.
22.6. Other operating expenses
(€ thousands)
2024
2023
Attendance fees 1,259 1,111
Eviction and termination indemnities paid 0 0
Irrevocable receivables and miscellaneous operating lease expenses 6,827 11,936
TOTAL 8,086 13,047
The change in the “Irrecoverable receivables and miscellaneous operating lease expenses” item is mainly due to compensation paid for nuisance
caused by work on the Les Ateliers Gaîté shopping centre in 2023 (€9.6 Mn).
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Note 23. Financial income
23.1. Investment income
(€ thousands)
2024
2023
Subsidiary income transferred 36,924 59,655
Dividends 614,790 309,472
Other 2,599 4,578
TOTAL 654,313 373,705
Income transfers from tax-transparent companies mainly relate to
Financière 5 Malesherbes (€17.8 Mn), Trinity (€5.7 Mn), and Gaîté
Parking (€5.2 Mn).
Only the profits of tax-transparent subsidiaries with a clause in their
articles of association providing for the automatic transfer of results are
booked as of December 31 of the year. If a subsidiary incurs a loss, this
loss is recognised at year-end as a financial expense under “Interest
expenses”, irrespective of any clause in its articles of association
regarding the transfer of results (see note 24.2).
The main dividends collected in 2024 in respect of 2023 earnings were:
• Rodamco France: €242.5 Mn (€76 Mn in 2023);
• Unibail-Rodamco Spain SL: €218.9 Mn (€0 Mn in 2023);
• Uni-Commerces: €108.7 Mn (€114 Mn in 2023);
• Unibail-Rodamco Retail Spain SL: €42.6 Mn (€64 Mn in 2023);
• Proyectos Inmobiliarios Kansar III SL: €0 Mn€ (€24 Mn in 2023);
• Unibail-Rodamco Real Estate SL: €0 Mn (€12 Mn in 2023);
• Global Etsy Investments SL: €0 Mn (€12 Mn in 2023); and
• Unibail-Rodamco Steam SL: €0 Mn (€0.5 Mn in 2023).
23.2. Income from other marketable securities and receivable on non-
current assets
(€ thousands)
2024
2023
Income from loans to subsidiaries 551,573 568,665
TOTAL 551,573 568,665
In 2024, contributing subsidiaries were primarily Westfield America LP (€93 Mn), URW America Inc. (€53 Mn), Unibail-Rodamco Polska Sp zoo
(€53Mn), Unibail-Rodamco Retail Spain SL (€45Mn), Unibail-Rodamco ÜSQ Bleu 1 GmbH & Co (€25 Mn), Wood Sp zoo (€21 Mn), Viparis Porte de
Versailles (€19 Mn), Rodamco Retail DeutschlandBV (€18Mn) and Unibail-Rodamco Steam SL (€17 Mn).
23.3. Other interest income
(€ thousands)
2024
2023
Bank fees 58,101 41,742
Interest on subsidiary current accounts 58,310 54,626
Income on caps, floors and swaps 476,642 533,834
Deferred recognition of fees on subsidiary loans 52,903 5,671
Interest on marketable securities 138,843 102,914
Other financial income 69 2,073
TOTAL 784,868 740,860
In 2024, the "Income on caps, floors, and swaps" item includes interest amounting to €409.4 Mn, the amortisation oftermination payments related to
hedging swaps restructurings from previous years totaling €40.9 Mn, termination payments for interest rate swaps and caps recognised in
theincomestatement for €20.5 Mn, and floor premiums amounting to €5.8 Mn.
Changes in “Interest on marketable securities” item is due to the increase investments in term deposits (see note 7) and the increase in their
remuneration.
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23.4. Reversals of impairment and expense transfers
(€ thousands)
2024
2023
Reversal of provisions for subsidiaries 232,096 39,860
Reversals of provisions for foreign exchange gains and losses 11,727 68,306
Reversal of provision for risk on subsidiary 28,568 4,393
Reversal of provision on receivables from equity investments 746,837 0
Reversal of provision for currency risk on derivatives 7,830 0
TOTAL 1,027,058 112,559
In 2024, the Company booked reversals of provisions on the shares in:
• URTH BV: €143.3 Mn;
• Westfield Corporation Limited: €45.3 Mn;
• Doria: €26.9 Mn;
• Unibail-Rodamco Real Estate SL: €12.0 Mn;
• WHL USA Acquisitions Inc.: €2.2 Mn; and
• Société de Tayninh: €0.5 Mn.
Reversals of provisions for subsidiary risks were also recorded for the following entities:
• URSIF France: €28.3 Mn; and
• Circlow SL: €0.2 Mn.
The “Reversal of impairment on receivables related to investments” item includes a reversal of impairment on loans granted to URW NV.
23.5. Foreign exchange gains
(€ thousands)
2024
2023
USD foreign exchange gains 231,546 75,446
GBP foreign exchange gains 8,677 4,977
CZK foreign exchange gains 7,707 162
SEK foreign exchange gains 2,176 5,841
PLN foreign exchange gains 1,369 1,976
DKK foreign exchange gains 6 6
Other foreign exchange gains 21 25
TOTAL 251,502 88,433
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Note 24. Financial expenses
24.1. Depreciation, amortisation and impairment – financial items
(€ thousands)
2024
2023
Depreciation and amortisation
Bond issue premium 11,880 12,127
Provisions for contingencies
Currency risk on loans 16,880 11,703
Currency risk on borrowings 4,742 0
Currency risk on derivatives 0 7,830
Risk on subsidiary 0 313
Impairment and provisions
On shares (including merger losses) 1,130,602 440,313
On receivables from equity investments 0 490,205
TOTAL 1,164,104 962,491
In 2024, provisions were booked for shares held in subsidiaries and receivables from equity investments (see note 4).
24.2. Interest expenses
(€ thousands)
2024
2023
Bank fees 43,487 43,807
Fees on deposits and confirmed credit facilities 27,129 18,987
Interest on borrowings 107,492 88,462
Interest on bonds 310,602 286,892
Interest on current accounts 17,713 7,121
Interest on hybrid securities 98,923 72,377
Charges on caps, floors and swaps 527,567 672,209
Financial charges on dissolution of subsidiaries without liquidation in a merger transaction (“TUP”) 0 52
Transfer of subsidiary income 7,405 80,670
TOTAL 1,140,318 1,270,577
The increase in interest on bonds is mainly due to the rise in outstanding amounts during the year (see note 15).
The change in the “Interest on hybrid securities” item is primarily explained by the issuance of new hybrid instruments in 2023 at a higher rate than
previous issues.
In 2024, the “Charges on caps, floors, and swaps” balancing includes interest for an amount of €352.9 Mn, the amortisation of the balancing cash
adjustments related to hedging swap restructurings from previous years for €111.6 Mn, the amortisation of caps and floors premiums for €29.1 Mn,
cash payments of €23.4 Mn for the unwinding of non-hedging interest rate swaps during the year, recognised in the income statement, and cash
payments of €10.6 Mn for the unwinding of caps.
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24.3. Foreign exchange losses
(€ thousands)
2024
2023
USD foreign exchange losses 46,500 75,171
GBP foreign exchange losses 9,951 3,907
SEK foreign exchange losses 2,200 65,530
PLN foreign exchange losses 1,142 773
CZK foreign exchange losses 118 851
DKK foreign exchange losses 7 8
Other foreign exchange losses 4 11
TOTAL 59,922 146,251
Note 25. Non-recurring items
(€ thousands)
2024
2023
Capital gains and losses on sales of tangible assets 166 520
Capital gains and losses on sales of financial assets 76,629 (214)
Regulated provisions 0 (2,514)
Other non-recurring income and expenses (8,600) (5,877)
TOTAL 68,195 (8,085)
The “Gains and losses on disposals of financial assets” item mainly includes the capital gain from the sale of shares in Gaîté Bureaux for an amount of
€75.7 Mn.
The “Other non-recurring income and expenses” item includes a provision for tax risk for an amount of €9.8 Mn.
Note 26. Income tax
(€ thousands)
2024
2023
Income tax 0 (1)
TOTAL 0 (1)
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Note 27. Related party information
All agreements between URW SE and Group companies were entered into at arm’s length conditions, with the exception of those detailed below.
Balance sheet line concerned Related party Type of relationship
Balance sheet
amount with the
related party
(€ thousands) Type of transaction
ASSETS
Other receivables
BURES-PALAISEAU Ultimate parent company 1,974 Non-interest-bearing current account
CNIT DÉVELOPPEMENT Ultimate parent company 22,769 Non-interest-bearing current account
FINANCIÈRE5 MALESHERBES Ultimate parent company 24,920 Non-interest-bearing current account
GAÎTÉ PARKINGS Ultimate parent company 18,007 Non-interest-bearing current account
GALILÉE-DÉFENSE Ultimate parent company 71,985 Non-interest-bearing current account
MALTESE Ultimate parent company 851 Non-interest-bearing current account
MARCEAU BUSSY-SUD Ultimate parent company 6,932 Non-interest-bearing current account
MONTHÉRON Ultimate parent company 1,741 Non-interest-bearing current account
NOTILIUS Ultimate parent company 592 Non-interest-bearing current account
SCI BUREAUX DE LA TOUR
CRÉDIT LYONNAIS
Ultimate parent company 9,357 Non-interest-bearing current account
TRINITY DÉFENSE Ultimate parent company 238,911 Non-interest-bearing current account
VILLAGE 8 DÉFENSE Ultimate parent company 2,178 Non-interest-bearing current account
LIABILITIES
Miscellaneous borrowings
and financial liabilities
TOUR TRIANGLE Ultimate parent company 7 Non-interest-bearing current account
UR VERSAILLES CHANTIERS Ultimate parent company 3,230 Non-interest-bearing current account
Note 28. Off-balance sheet commitments
28.1. Financial instruments
Commitments relating to forward interest rate financial instruments
are presented as follows:
• Commitments relating to firm transactions are shown at the nominal
value of the contracts; and
• Commitments relating to conditional transactions are shown at the
nominal value of the underlying instrument.
Borrowings with floating rates or swapped fixed rates contracted by
URW SE are hedged by interest rate swaps and caps.
Income and expenses arising from these transactions are recognised on
an accrual basis in the income statement.
The net fair value of these financial instruments amounts to
-€582.1Mn. No provision is recorded for this fair value since these are
hedging instruments.
As at December 31, 2024, URW SE also holds derivative instruments in
open isolated positions in its portfolio.
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The breakdown of the net fair value by type of instrument is shown in the table below.
(€ thousands)
Dec. 31, 2024
Dec. 31, 2023
Notional by kind
of instrument
(equivalent in €)
Fair value
excluding
accrued (net by
kind of
instrument)
(equivalent in €)
Notional by kind
of instrument
(equivalent in €)
Fair value
excluding
accrued (net by
kind of
instrument)
(equivalent in €)
HEDGING INSTRUMENTS
External financial instruments
Caps EUR 0 0 7,550,000 (170)
Collars EUR 0 0 8,000,000 90,968
Floors EUR 0 0 5,250,000 (13,315)
Interest rate swaps EUR 30,815,000 (531,944) 34,515,000 (515,203)
Interest rate swaps USD 2,189,816 3,030 2,058,824 (681)
Swaption calls EUR
(1)
6,500,000 (98,379) 4,000,000 (92,179)
Currency swaps 315,438 45,280 315,438 16,307
Internal financial instruments
Interest rate swaps USD 2,189,816 1,350 1,809,955 1,263
Currency swaps 323,750 (1,417) 323,750 13,214
TOTAL HEDGING INSTRUMENTS 42,333,820 (582,080) 63,822,967 (499,796)
OPEN ISOLATED POSITIONS
Swaption calls EUR 10,000,000 (36,576) 12,500,000 (100,536)
Purchase Foreign Exchange Forward USD 0 0 1,276,018 (6,308)
Floors EUR 7,900,000 8,658 0 0
Currency swaps 2,018,271 22,091 0 0
TOTAL OPEN ISOLATED POSITIONS 19,918,271 (5,827) 13,776,018 (106,844)
TOTAL
62,252,091 (587,907) 77,598,985 (606,640)
(1) Optimisation strategy without taking risk.
Income and expenses relating to these financial instruments are recognised in the income statement on a time proportion basis (see notes 23.3 and
24.2).
The breakdown of these expenses and income excluding deferred premiums and balances is shown in the table below.
(€ thousands)
2024
2023
Profits Losses
Profits Losses
External financial instruments
Caps 99,154 (346) 173,267 (24,233)
Floors 1,835 0 483 0)
Interest rate swaps 249,463 (280,486) 153,546 (220,166)
Swaption calls 0 0 0 0
Currency swaps 11,504 (14,693) 13,447 (16,845)
Internal financial instruments
Interest rate swaps 36,230 (39,610) 40,470 (42,647)
Currency swaps 11,232 (17,767) 11,204 (17,186)
TOTAL 409,418 (352,902) 392,417 (321,077)
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28.2. Other commitments given and received
All material commitments are disclosed below.
(€ thousands)
2024
2023
(in listed
currency) (in €)
(in listed currency) (in €)
Other commitments received
EUR refinancing agreements obtained and not used 8,565,833 6,715,833
USD refinancing agreements obtained and not used 0 0 536,000 485,068
Guarantees received in EUR 29,671,862 26,542,267
Guarantees received in HKD 2,935,000 363,756 2,935,000 340,038
TOTAL 38,601,451 34,083,206
Other commitments given
EUR refinancing agreements given and not used 2,314,012 1,031,038
PLN refinancing agreements given and not used 27,000 6,316 8,385 1,932
USD refinancing agreements given and not used 95,579 92,000 316,370 286,308
Committed works without added tax not realised 600 16,395
Guarantees given in EUR 815,436 2,259,888
Guarantees given in DKK 100,000 13,409 100,000 13,418
Guarantees given in GBP 800,000 964,809 800,000 920,545
Guarantees given in SEK 110,000 9,599 110,000 9,913
Guarantees given in USD 4,500,000 4,331,504 5,500,000 4,977,376
TOTAL 8,547,685 9,516,813
Guarantees given relate to deposits and first demand commitments, including as part of the financing granted by banks to subsidiaries.
Since 2018, further to the acquisition of the Westfield Corporation, cross-guarantees have been set up between the companies of the Westfield Group
and URW SE.
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Note 29. Options and shares granting access to the share capital shares
The table below shows allocated stock options not exercised at the period end.
Plan Exercise period
(1)
Adjusted
subscription
price (€)
(2)
Number of options
granted
(2)(3)
Number of options
cancelled
Number of options
exercised
Potential
additional number
of shares
(3)
2015 plan (n°8) 2017
from 08/03/2021
to 07/03/2024 218.47 611,611 611,611 – 0
2018 plan (n°9) 2018
from 06/03/2022
to 05/03/2025 184.55 649,255 317,575 – 331,680
2019 plan (n°10) 2019
from 20/03/2022
to 19/03/2026 140.33 771,054 334,692 – 436,362
2020 plan (n°11) 2020
from 22/03/2023
to 21/03/2027 89.34 912,196 663,892 – 248,304
2021 plan (n°12) 2021
from 19/05/2024
to 18/05/2029 67.38 978,947 556,342 59,150 363,455
2022 plan (n°13) 2022
from 09/03/2025
to 08/03/2030
64.73 1,254,132 276,096 – 978,036
2023 plan (n°14) 2023
from 13/03/2026
to 13/03/2031 57.26 844,450 59,904 – 784,546
2024 plan (n°15) 2024
from 07/03/2027
to 08/03/2032 67.31 521,578 5,703 – 516,055
Total
6,543,403 2,825,815 59,150 3,658,438
(1) Under assumption that the performance and presence conditions are satisfied. If the first date of the exercise period is non-businessday, the exercise period will begin on the
next businessday. If the end of the exercise period is a non-businessday, the exercise period will end on the first preceding businessday.
(2) Adjustments take into account distributions taken from reserves. In May 2024, the Company made a distribution taken from reserves, and the subscription price as well as the
number of options were adjusted.
(3) All options are subject to performance conditions.
The table below details the Performance Shares granted and not exercised at the period end:
Starting date of the vesting period
(1)
Number of
performance
shares allocated
(2)
Number of
performance
shares cancelled
Number of
performance
shares acquired
Potential
additional number
of shares
(3)
March 2022 833,434 169,440 1,736 662,258
March 2023 473,333 28,879 0 444,454
March 2024 420,027 3,735 0 416,292
Total
1,726,794 202,054 1,736 1,523,004
(1) A minimum vesting period of 3 years without any requirement to hold the shares.
(2) The Adjustments reflect distribution paid from retained earnings. In May 2024, the Company made a distribution out of premium and thus the number of options granted were
adjusted.
(3) The acquisition of the shares is subject to performance conditions.
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Retention Share Plan
Starting date of the vesting period
(1)
Number of
retention shares
allocated
(2)
Number of
retention shares
cancelled
Number of
retention shares
acquired
Potential
additional number
of shares
(3)
March 2023 134,326 16,163 418 117,745
March 2024 101,731 1,968 0 99,763
Total
236,057 18,131 418 217,508
(1) A minimum vesting period of 3 years without any requirement to hold the shares.
(2) The Adjustments reflect distribution paid from retained earnings. In May 2024, the Group made a distribution out of premium and thus the number of options granted were
adjusted.
(3) The acquisition of the shares is subject to presence conditions.
Note 30. Other information
30.1. Subsequent events
On January 6, 2025, the URW Group sold 15% of the shares of the SCI du Forum des Halles de Paris through one of the Company’s direct subsidiaries.
30.2. Pledged shares of Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield SE held by third
parties
As at December 31, 2024, 4,006,444 administered registered shares are pledged. There are no fully registered shares.
30.3. Remuneration of management board members
(€ thousands)
2024
(1)
2023
(1)
Fixed income 3,600 3,494
Short-term incentive 4,208 4,167
Other benefits
(2)
1,274 1,154
TOTAL
9,082 8,815
(1) Corresponds to the remuneration of the 5 MB members paid in 2024 (5 members in proportion to their attendance time).
(2) Supplementary Contribution Scheme, company car and other additional benefits.
In 2024, Management Board members awarded a total of 147,379 stock options, all of which were subject to performance condition, along with
147,379 Performance Shares.
Regarding the 2024 performance achievements, the Management Board Members will receive in 2025 a total Short-Term Incentive (“STI”)
amounting to € 4,137K. The payment will be made after the approval of the Annual General Meeting (“AGM”).
30.4. Remuneration of supervisory board members
Remuneration accruing to Supervisory Board members represented €1,258,500 for the 2024 fiscal year.
30.5. 2024 Headcount
The average headcount during 2024 was 1 person. As at December 31, 2024, the Company had 1 employee.
30.6. Transactions involving supervisory board members or
management board members
None.
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5.5 Statutory auditors’ report on the consolidated financial statements
This is a translation into English of the statutory auditors’ report on the financial statements of the Company issued in French and it is provided solely
for the convenience of English-speaking users.
This statutory auditors’ report includes information required by French law, such as information about the appointment of the statutory auditors or
verification of the management report and other documents provided to shareholders.
This report should be read in conjunction with, and construed in accordance with, French law and professional auditing standards applicable in
France.
Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield SE
Statutory Auditors’ report on the consolidated financial statements
For the year ended 31 December 2024
To the Annual General Meeting of Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield SE,
Opinion
In compliance with the engagement entrusted to us by your annual general meeting, we have audited the accompanying consolidated financial
statements of Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield SE for the year ended 31 December 2024.
In our opinion, the consolidated financial statements give a true and fair view of the assets and liabilities and of the financial position of the Group as at
31 December 2024 and of the results of its operations for the year then ended in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards as
adopted by the European Union.
The audit opinion expressed above is consistent with our report to the Audit Committee.
Basis for Opinion
Audit Framework
We conducted our audit in accordance with professional standards applicable in France. We believe that the audit evidence we have obtained is
sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for our opinion.
Our responsibilities under those standards are further described in the Statutory Auditors’ Responsibilities for the Audit of the Consolidated Financial
Statements section of our report.
Independence
We conducted our audit engagement in compliance with independence requirements of the French Commercial Code (code de commerce) and the
French Code of Ethics (code de déontologie) for statutory auditors, for the period from 1 January 2024 to the date of our report and specifically we did
not provide any prohibited non-audit services referred to in Article 5(1) of Regulation (EU) No 537/2014.
Justification of Assessments – Key audit matters
In accordance with the requirements of Articles L.821-53 and R.821‑180 of the French Commercial Code (code de commerce) relating to the
justification of our assessments, we inform you of the key audit matters relating to risks of material misstatement that, in our professional judgment,
were of most significance in our audit of the consolidated financial statements of the current period, as well as how we addressed those risks.
These matters were addressed in the context of our audit of the consolidated financial statements as a whole and in forming our opinion thereon, and
we do not provide a separate opinion on specific items of the consolidated financial statements.
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Valuation of the investment property portfolio, including investment properties under
construction, either held directly or within joint ventures (see notes 4.2.1, 4.2.2, 4.5.1, 5.1
and 5.5 to the consolidated financial statements)
Risk identified Our response
The Group directly owns or owns via joint ventures a portfolio of properties,
which includes shopping centres, offices and convention & exhibition sites. The
fair value of this portfolio, excluding properties held for sale, as at 31 December
2024 is €43,772 Mn in the segment reporting information on a proportionate
basis (under which the joint-controlled entities are accounted for on a
proportionate basis instead of being accounted for using the equity method
under IFRS) of which €36,709 Mn is directly held by consolidated companies
and indirectly €7,063 Mn for the Group share by joint ventures. The Group also
holds a portfolio of Investment Properties Under Construction (“IPUC”),
excluding properties held for sale, carried at cost amounting to €450 Mn.
The total value of investment properties, excluding properties held for sale,
represents 80% of the Group’s consolidated assets.
In accordance with the notes 4.2.1, 4.5.1 and 5.5 of the consolidated financial
statements, the net balance of the valuation movement amounts to €(1,078) Mn
in IFRS net income for the 2024 financial year (including €(1,084) Mn relating to
investment properties) and to €(1,370) Mn in the consolidated result on a
proportionate basis presented in the segment reporting (including €(1,376) Mn
relating to investment properties held by consolidated companies and indirectly
by joint ventures).
In accordance with note 5.1 of the consolidated financial statements, the fair
value of the investment property portfolio of the Group is valued by independent
external appraisers as at June 30 and December 31. The valuation of
investment properties involves the use of different valuation methods using
unobservable parameters in accordance with the requirements of IFRS 13 and
IAS 40. Consequently, the valuation is highly dependent on estimates and
assumptions and requires significant judgment from the management and
external appraisers mandated by the Group.
The valuations account for the property-specific information including current
tenancy agreements and rental income, performance indicators, business data,
cash flow forecasts, vacancy, future income prospects and market conditions
such as indexation, yields and estimated rental value and comparable market
transactions, both rental and investment.
Regarding IPUC, the additional factors considered for their evaluation are the
estimated delivery date, the projected development costs, and the inclusion of
an exit capitalization rate and expected net rents.
The valuation of the investment property portfolio, including IPUC, is thus
considered as a key audit matter due to the significance of the balance to the
financial statements as a whole, combined with the level of judgment
associated while determining the fair value.
• We have obtained an understanding of the evaluation process as well as the
controls implemented by the Group for the evaluation of investment
properties.
• We assessed the competence and independence of the external appraisers
appointed by the Group.
• We inspected the valuation reports prepared by the external appraisers and
evaluated the suitability of the valuation methodology applied by the external
appraisers and the scope of the appraised assets.
• The audit team, with the involvement of our real estate valuation specialists,
attended meetings with the management and the external appraisers during
which the valuations and the key assumptions were discussed and
challenged.
• We assessed how the appraisers have considered the impact of the current
macroeconomic conditions and climate-related matters on valuation of the
investment properties.
• We analysed, involving our real estate valuation specialists, assumptions
such as indexation, yields, estimated rental value and valuation movement of
properties across the portfolio on a year-on-year basis. We corroborate these
assumptions with our understanding of their local market, external market
data, published benchmarks and asset specific considerations.
• We verified, on a sample basis, the consistency of rents and capital
expenditure used by the external experts for the evaluation of investment
properties with lease agreements and budgets established by the
management.
• For the most significant IPUC, we obtained external valuations prepared by
independent external appraisers. We conducted similar procedures to those
described above for investment properties at fair value with particular
attention to the remaining costs to be incurred until the estimated delivery
date. For IPUC at cost, we assessed project-related risks and reviewed the
calculation of any impairment recorded for IPUC evaluated at cost, where
applicable.
• On a sample basis, we reconciled the fair value of the investment property
portfolio recognized in the consolidated financial statements with the
valuations determined by external appraisers.
• Additionally, we considered the appropriateness of the disclosures in the
consolidated financial statements in respect of investment properties.
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Recoverable amount of intangible assets with an indefinite useful life and goodwill
related to the Westfield acquisition (See notes 5.3 and 5.4 to the consolidated financial
statements)
Risk identified Our response
As at 31 December 2024, intangible assets and goodwill in relation to the
acquisition of Westfield amount, to €672 Mn and €547 Mn, respectively.
Intangible assets with an indefinite useful life relate to the property business of
Flagship centres in the United States and in the United-Kingdom and the
Westfield trademark.
Intangible assets with an indefinite useful life and goodwill are subject to either
annual impairment tests or tests performed when an impairment indicator is
identified.
As mentioned in note 5.4 of the notes to the consolidated financial statements,
goodwill has been allocated to geographical segments, which qualify as a Group
of Cash Generating Units (“CGUs”). Each group of CGUs is the lowest level at
which goodwill is monitored for internal management purposes. An impairment
loss is recognised whenever the recoverable value of the Group of CGUs to
which goodwill has been allocated is less than its carrying amount.
The recoverable value is determined on value in use based on the Discounted
Cash Flows derived from the 5 year Business Plan (“5YBP”) approved by the
Management Board and the Supervisory Board. The main assumptions related
to the value in use of each group of Cash Generating Units are cash flow
projections, Compound Annual Growth Rate (“CAGR”) of Net Rental Income,
discount rates based on the weighted average cost of capital and long-term
growth rates.
Intangible assets with an indefinite useful life are evaluated by independent
appraisers using the discounted cash flow (DCF) methodology.
The recoverable amount of intangible assets with an indefinite useful life and
goodwill related to the Westfield acquisition is therefore a key audit matter due
to the level of judgment required by the management.
The audit team, with the involvement of our valuation specialists, analysed the
methodology used for the impairment tests of the intangible assets with an
indefinite useful life and the goodwill, and management’s key assumptions. Our
audit procedures led us in particular to:
• Analyse the procedures implemented by the Group to determine the
recoverable amount for group of CGUs and intangible assets with an
indefinite useful life;
• Assess the identification of the Group of CGUs by management as regard to
accounting standards;
• Obtain an understanding of the methodology applied by the management to
perform the impairment tests;
• Attend meetings with our valuation specialists, management and
management’s external appraiser and challenge the key parameters used to
assess the valuation of intangible assets with an indefinite useful life;
• Corroborate the underlying figures used in the Business Plan approved by the
Management Board and the Supervisory Board with the figures which are
used as a basis for the cash-flow projections;
• Assess the relevance of the key assumptions used to determine the
recoverable values, including CAGR of Net Rental Income, discount rates and
Long-Term Growth Rate (“LTGR”), by evaluating their consistency with
market information and sensitivity analysis resulting from variations in these
assumptions;
• Examine the mathematical accuracy of the templates used for the calculation
of the recoverable amount;
• Consider the appropriateness of the disclosures in the consolidated financial
statements.
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Accounting for financial debt and related derivative financial instruments (See notes
7.2.1, 7.2.2, 7.3.3, 7.3.5, 7.4 and 7.5 to the consolidated financial statements)
Risk identified Our response
As at 31 December 2024, the financial debt of Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield stood
at €27,560 Mn. It mainly includes bond issues and EMTN (Euro Medium Term
Notes) for a principal amount of €22,369 Mn.
As mentioned in notes 7.4 and 7.5 to the consolidated financial statements, the
Group uses derivative financial instruments, mainly interest rate swaps, caps
and cross-currency swaps, to hedge its exposure to fluctuations in interest rates
and/or currency exchange rates. These derivative financial instruments are not
documented as hedging relationships and are recognized at fair value through
profit or loss, they represent amounts of €251 Mn (assets) and €762 million
(liabilities) on the balance sheet.
During 2024, the Group incurred €(466) Mn in net financial costs and the fair
value adjustments of derivatives, debts and currency effects amounted to
+€64 Mn.
The Group’s gearing, liquidity needs, financial covenants (please refer to note
7.3.5 to the consolidated financial statements) are calculated based on financial
debt portfolio.
The accounting for financial debt and related derivatives financial instruments is
considered as a key audit matter due to the significance of the balance to the
financial statements as a whole and their impact on the calculation of financial
covenants.
• We obtained an understanding of the procedures for the valuation and the
accounting of the financial debt and related derivative financial instruments.
• We obtained and analysed loan contracts on a sample basis to understand
their terms and conditions and how these characteristics were reflected in
the consolidated financial statements. We also performed analytical
procedures on the related financial expenses.
• On a sample basis, we performed direct confirmation procedures with
banking counterparties to confirm the nominal amount of financial debts.
• We analysed the calculation of the financial ratios and assessed the
appropriateness of the related disclosures as well as the adequacy of the
presentation of financial debt in the statement of the financial position.
• On a sample basis, we obtained confirmation from the counterparties of the
occurrence and terms of the derivative financial instruments. Similarly, for a
sample of derivatives, we assessed the valuations adopted by management
by performing our own estimations with the support of our valuation
specialists.
• Additionally, we considered the appropriateness of the information disclosed
in the consolidated financial statements in respect of IFRS 7 “Financial
Instruments: Disclosures” requirements.
Specific Verifications
We have also performed, in accordance with professional standards applicable in France, the specific verifications required by laws and regulations
of the information pertaining to the Group presented in the management report of the Management Board.
We have no matters to report as to its fair presentation and its consistency with the consolidated financial statements.
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Other Legal and Regulatory Verifications
Format of presentation of the consolidated financial statements intended to be included
in the annual financial report
We have also verified, in accordance with the professional standard applicable in France relating to the procedures performed by the statutory
auditor relating to the annual and consolidated financial statements presented in the European single electronic format, that the presentation of the
English translation, approved by the Management Board, of the consolidated financial statements intended to be included in the annual financial
report mentioned in Article L.451-1-2, I of the French Monetary and Financial Code (code monétaire et financier), prepared under the responsibility of
the chairman of the Management Board, complies with the single electronic format defined in the European Delegated Regulation No 2019/815 of
17December 2018. As it relates to consolidated financial statements, our work includes verifying that the tagging of the English translation of these
consolidated financial statements complies with the format defined in the above delegated regulation.
Based on the work we have performed, we conclude that the presentation of the English translation of the consolidated financial statements intended
to be included in the annual financial report complies, in all material respects, with the European single electronic format.
We have no responsibility to verify that the English translation of the consolidated financial statements that will ultimately be included by your
Company in the annual financial report filed with the AMF (Autorité des marchés financiers) is in agreement with that on which we have performed our
work.
Appointment of the Statutory Auditors
We were appointed as statutory auditors of Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield SE by the Annual General Meeting held on 27 April 2011 for Deloitte &
Associés and on 11 May 2023 for KPMG S.A.
As at 31 December 2024, Deloitte & Associés was in its 20
th
consecutive year of mandate, including three years since the evolution of the capital
structure and governance of the Company in 2021, and KPMG S.A. in its 2
nd
year of mandate.
Responsibilities of Management and Those Charged with Governance for the
Consolidated Financial Statements
Management is responsible for the preparation and fair presentation of the consolidated financial statements in accordance with International
Financial Reporting Standards as adopted by the European Union and for such internal control as management determines is necessary to enable the
preparation of consolidated financial statements that are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error.
In preparing the consolidated financial statements, management is responsible for assessing the Company’s ability to continue as a going concern,
disclosing, as applicable, matters related to going concern and using the going concern basis of accounting unless it is expected to liquidate the
Company or to cease operations.
The Audit Committee is responsible for monitoring the financial reporting process and the effectiveness of internal control and risks management
systems and where applicable, its internal audit, regarding the accounting and financial reporting procedures.
The consolidated financial statements were prepared by the Management Board.
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Statutory Auditors’ Responsibilities for the Audit of the Consolidated Financial
Statements
Objectives and audit approach
Our role is to issue a report on the consolidated financial statements. Our objective is to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the consolidated
financial statements as a whole are free from material misstatement. Reasonable assurance is a high level of assurance, but is not a guarantee that
an audit conducted in accordance with professional standards will always detect a material misstatement when it exists. Misstatements can arise
from fraud or error and are considered material if, individually or in the aggregate, they could reasonably be expected to influence the economic
decisions of users taken on the basis of these consolidated financial statements.
As specified in Article L.821-55 of the French Commercial Code (code de commerce), our statutory audit does not include assurance on the viability of
the Company or the quality of management of the affairs of the Company.
As part of an audit conducted in accordance with professional standards applicable in France, the statutory auditor exercises professional judgment
throughout the audit and furthermore:
• Identifies and assesses the risks of material misstatement of the consolidated financial statements, whether due to fraud or error, designs and
performs audit procedures responsive to those risks, and obtains audit evidence considered to be sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for
his opinion. The risk of not detecting a material misstatement resulting from fraud is higher than for one resulting from error, as fraud may involve
collusion, forgery, intentional omissions, misrepresentations, or the override of internal control.
• Obtains an understanding of internal control relevant to the audit in order to design audit procedures that are appropriate in the circumstances, but
not for the purpose of expressing an opinion on the effectiveness of the internal control.
• Evaluates the appropriateness of accounting policies used and the reasonableness of accounting estimates and related disclosures made by
management in the consolidated financial statements.
• Assesses the appropriateness of management’s use of the going concern basis of accounting and, based on the audit evidence obtained, whether a
material uncertainty exists related to events or conditions that may cast significant doubt on the Company’s ability to continue as a going concern.
This assessment is based on the audit evidence obtained up to the date of his audit report. However, future events or conditions may cause the
Company to cease to continue as a going concern. If the statutory auditor concludes that a material uncertainty exists, there is a requirement to
draw attention in the audit report to the related disclosures in the consolidated financial statements or, if such disclosures are not provided or
inadequate, to modify the opinion expressed therein.
• Evaluates the overall presentation of the consolidated financial statements and assesses whether these statements represent the underlying
transactions and events in a manner that achieves fair presentation.
• Obtains sufficient appropriate audit evidence regarding the financial information of the entities or business activities within the Group to express an
opinion on the consolidated financial statements. The statutory auditor is responsible for the direction, supervision and performance of the audit of
the consolidated financial statements and for the opinion expressed on these consolidated financial statements.
Report to the Audit Committee
We submit a report to the Audit Committee which includes in particular a description of the scope of the audit and the audit program implemented, as
well as the results of our audit. We also report, if any, significant deficiencies in internal control regarding the accounting and financial reporting
procedures that we have identified.
Our report to the Audit Committee includes the risks of material misstatement that, in our professional judgment, were of most significance in the
audit of the consolidated financial statements of the current period and which are therefore the key audit matters, that we are required to describe in
this report.
We also provide the Audit Committee with the declaration provided for in Article 6 of Regulation (EU) N° 537/2014, confirming our independence
within the meaning of the rules applicable in France such as they are set in particular by Articles L.821‑27 to L.821‑34 of the French Commercial Code
(code de commerce) and in the French Code of Ethics (code de déontologie) for Statutory Auditors. Where appropriate, we discuss with the Audit
Committee the risks that may reasonably be thought to bear on our independence, and the related safeguards.
Paris-La Défense, March 20, 2025
The Statutory Auditors
French original signed by
Deloitte & Associés
Emmanuel Gadret Sylvain Durafour
KPMG S.A.
Régis Chemouny
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5.6 Statutory auditors’ report on the financial statements
This is a translation into English of the statutory auditors’ report on the financial statements of the Company issued in French and it is provided solely
for the convenience of English speaking users.
This statutory auditors’ report includes information required by French law, such as information about the appointment of the statutory auditors or
verification of the management report and other documents provided to shareholders.
This report should be read in conjunction with, and construed in accordance with, French law and professional auditing standards applicable in
France.
Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield SE
For the year ended 31 December 2024
To the Annual General Meeting of Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield SE,
Opinion
In compliance with the engagement entrusted to us by your annual general meeting, we have audited the accompanying financial statements of
Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield SE for the year ended 31 December 2024.
In our opinion, the financial statements give a true and fair view of the assets and liabilities and of the financial position of the Company as at 31
December 2024 and of the results of its operations for the year then ended in accordance with French accounting principles.
The audit opinion expressed above is consistent with our report to the Audit Committee.
Basis for Opinion
Audit Framework
We conducted our audit in accordance with professional standards applicable in France. We believe that the audit evidence we have obtained is
sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for our opinion.
Our responsibilities under those standards are further described in the Statutory Auditors’ Responsibilities for the Audit of the Financial Statements
section of our report.
Independence
We conducted our audit engagement in compliance with independence requirements of the French Commercial Code (code de commerce) and the
French Code of Ethics (code de déontologie) for statutory auditors, for the period from 1 January 2024 to the date of our report, and specifically we did
not provide any prohibited non-audit services referred to in Article 5(1) of Regulation (EU) No 537/2014.
Justification of Assessments – Key audit matters
In accordance with the requirements of Articles L.821-53 and R.821‑180 of the French Commercial Code (code de commerce) relating to the
justification of our assessments, we inform you of the key audit matters relating to risks of material misstatement that, in our professional judgment,
were of most significance in our audit of the financial statements of the current period, as well as how we addressed those risks.
These matters were addressed in the context of our audit of the financial statements as a whole and in forming our opinion thereon, and we do not
provide a separate opinion on specific items of the financial statements.
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Evaluation of investments in subsidiaries and related receivables (See notes 2.3.3, 4 and
5 to the financial statements)
Risk identified Our response
As at 31 December 2024, Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield SE holds investments in
subsidiaries and related receivables, which have a gross value of €25,269 Mn
and €9,962 Mn, respectively impaired for an amount of €7,030 Mn and €61 Mn.
The net book value of the investments in subsidiaries and related receivables
represents 76% of the total assets of the Company.
Investments in subsidiaries are generally companies which own one or several
investment properties or holding companies which own such companies.
As described in note 2.3.3 to the financial statements, an impairment is booked
when the value in use of an investment in a subsidiary is lower than its
acquisition cost plus any technical losses allocated to said investment in this
subsidiary.
The value in use of investments in subsidiaries includes the unrealised capital
gains on properties or assets held by the subsidiaries, such properties being
valued at year-end by independent appraisers. These valuations take into
account rentals, the latest real estate market transactions and their net initial
yield. The value in use also includes the valuation of the intangible assets
owned by the subsidiaries, made by independent appraisers based on the
Discounted Cash Flows of their activities.
Consequently, the evaluation of the investments in subsidiaries and related
receivables is considered to be a key audit matter due to the judgment required
by management to evaluate the assets held by the subsidiaries and the
importance of these balances in the financial statements.
We analysed the management’s controls over the process implemented to
calculate the value in use of investments in subsidiaries and related receivables.
Concerning the unrealised gains on assets held by these investments, we
examined the consistency between the fair value of the underlying assets
considered and that determined by the external appraisers. Our audit
procedures on the fair value of the underlying assets consisted of:
• examining the valuation process of investment properties and intangible
assets implemented by the Group;
• evaluating the competence of the external appraisers including their
qualifications and expertise, as well as their independence;
• attending meetings with the external appraisers in the presence of our
valuation specialists, during which we assessed the valuation of the assets
and the key assumptions considered;
• assessing the relevance of key assumptions such as yields and estimated
rental values by comparing them to our understanding of the real estate
market in various countries, particularly based on external market data,
published benchmarks and asset specific considerations, used in our audit
approach in order to assess the appropriateness of the valuations adopted by
the Group;
• analysing the relevance of the key assumptions used to determine the
recoverable value of the intangible assets, particularly the cash-flow
projections, discount rates, and long-term growth rates challenging their
consistency with available market information.
Furthermore, we verified the arithmetic accuracy of the calculation of the value
in use of the investments in subsidiaries and related receivables and the correct
consideration of ownership percentages and of the net equity values of the
subsidiaries. We also verified the appropriate calculation of the impairments on
the investments in subsidiaries and related receivables accounted for.
Additionally, we assessed the appropriateness of the disclosures made in the
notes to the financial statements regarding investments in subsidiaries and
related receivables.
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Accounting for financial debt and derivative financial instruments (See notes 1, 2.4.2, 7,
15, 24 and 28.1 to the financial statements)
Risk identified Our response
As at 31 December 2024, Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield SE had financial liabilities
of €21,744 Mn as described in note 15 “Borrowings and financial liabilities” to
the financial statements.
Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield SE uses derivative financial instruments, mainly
interest rate swaps, caps and cross-currency swaps, to hedge its exposure to
fluctuations in interest and currency exchange rates. This portfolio of
derivatives is described in note 28.1 “Financial instruments” to the financial
statements.
Note 2.4.2 to the financial statements describes the main accounting policies
applied by the Company to account for the derivative financial instruments and
specifically details that they are accounted for according to the intention with
which the corresponding transactions were carried out.
During the 2024 financial year, Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield SE restructured part
of its portfolio of hedging derivative financial instruments as described in Note 1
"Significant Events" of the notes to the annual accounts. Notes 7 and 24
describe the effects on the annual accounts of this restructuring.
The Group’s gearing, liquidity needs and financial covenants (please refer to
note 15 to the financial statements) are calculated on the basis of this portfolio
of financial debt.
Accounting for financial debt and derivative financial instruments is considered
to be a key audit matter due to the significance of the balances in the financial
statements and their impact in the calculation of financial covenants provided
for in the Group’s contractual obligations.
• We obtained an understanding of internal controls over the accounting for
financial debt and derivative financial instruments.
• We performed substantive procedures on a representative sample of contracts
in order to understand their terms and conditions. We verified the
characteristics of these loans and their impacts in the financial statements. We
also performed analytical procedures on the financial expenses.
• On a sample basis, we performed direct confirmation procedures with bank
counterparties to confirm the nominal amount of financial debts. We
performed direct confirmation procedures with counterparties for a sample of
derivative financial instruments and reviewed the positions related to
derivatives presented as off-balance sheet commitments.
• We also performed analytical procedures on the financial expenses and
income related to the derivative financial instruments.
• We inspected the company’s portfolio of derivative financial instruments of the
Company, their presentation (hedging or isolated open position) and the
accounting treatment applied for the restructuring of the portfolio of hedging
derivative financial instruments conducted during the year.
• We controlled the calculation of the financial ratios.
• Additionally, we assessed the appropriateness of the disclosures made in the
notes to the financial statements regarding the financial debt, derivative
financial instruments and the financial ratios.
Specific Verifications
We have also performed, in accordance with professional standards applicable in France, the specific verifications required by laws and regulations.
Information given in the management report and in the other documents provided to the
shareholders with respect to the financial position and the financial statements
We have no matters to report as to the fair presentation and the consistency with the financial statements of the information given in the Management
Board’s report, and in the other documents with respect to the financial position and the financial statements provided to the shareholders.
We attest the fair presentation and the consistency with the financial statements of the information relating to payment deadlines mentioned in
Article D.441-6 of the French Commercial Code (code de commerce).
Report on corporate governance
We attest that the Supervisory Board’s report on corporate governance sets out the information required by Articles L.225-37-4, L.22-10-10 and
L.22-10-9 of the French Commercial Code (code de commerce).
Concerning the information given in accordance with the requirements of Article L.22-10-9 of the French Commercial Code (code de commerce)
relating to remunerations and benefits received by or awarded to the members of the Management Board and of the Supervisory Board and any other
commitments made in their favour, we have verified its consistency with the financial statements, or with the underlying information used to prepare
these financial statements and, where applicable, with the information obtained by your Company from controlled enterprises included in the scope
of consolidation. Based on these procedures, we attest the accuracy and fair presentation of this information.
With respect to the information relating to items that your Company considered likely to have an impact in the event of a takeover bid or exchange
offer, provided pursuant to Article L.22-10-11 of the French Commercial Code (code de commerce), we have agreed this information to the source
documents communicated to us. Based on these procedures, we have no observations to make on this information.
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Other information
In accordance with French law, we have verified that the required information concerning the purchase of investments and controlling interests, and
the identity of the shareholders and holders of the voting rights has been properly disclosed in the management report.
Other Legal and Regulatory Verifications
Format of presentation of the financial statements intended to be included in the annual
financial report
We have also verified, in accordance with the professional standard applicable in France relating to the procedures performed by the statutory
auditor relating to the annual and consolidated financial statements presented in the European single electronic format, that the presentation of the
English translation, approved by the Management Board, of the financial statements intended to be included in the annual financial report mentioned
in Article L.451-1-2, I of the French Monetary and Financial Code (code monétaire et financier), prepared under the responsibility of the Chairman of
the Management Board, complies with the single electronic format defined in the European Delegated Regulation No. 2019/815 of 17 December
2018.
Based on the work we have performed, we conclude that the presentation of the English translation of the financial statements intended to be
included in the annual financial report complies, in all material respects, with the European single electronic format.
We have no responsibility to verify that the English translation of the financial statements that will ultimately be included by your Company in the
annual financial report filed with the AMF (Autorité des marchés financiers) is in agreement with that on which we have performed our work.
Appointment of the Statutory Auditors
We were appointed as statutory auditors of Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield SE by the Annual General Meeting held on 27 April 2011 for Deloitte &
Associés and on 11 May 2023 for KPMG S.A.
As at 31 December 2024, Deloitte & Associés was in its 20
th
consecutive year of mandate, including three years since the evolution of the capital
structure and governance of the Company in 2021, and KPMG S.A. in its 2
nd
year of mandate.
Responsibilities of Management and Those Charged with Governance for the Financial
Statements
Management is responsible for the preparation and fair presentation of the financial statements in accordance with French accounting principles, and
for such internal control as management determines is necessary to enable the preparation of financial statements that are free from material
misstatement, whether due to fraud or error.
In preparing the financial statements, management is responsible for assessing the Company’s ability to continue as a going concern, disclosing, as
applicable, matters related to going concern and using the going concern basis of accounting unless it is expected to liquidate the Company or to
cease operations.
The Audit Committee is responsible for monitoring the financial reporting process and the effectiveness of internal control and risk management
systems and where applicable, its internal audit, regarding the accounting and financial reporting procedures.
The financial statements were prepared by the Management Board.
Statutory Auditors’ Responsibilities for the Audit of the Financial Statements
Objectives and audit approach
Our role is to issue a report on the financial statements. Our objective is to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements as a
whole are free from material misstatement. Reasonable assurance is a high level of assurance but is not a guarantee that an audit conducted in
accordance with professional standards will always detect a material misstatement when it exists. Misstatements can arise from fraud or error and
are considered material if, individually or in aggregate, they could reasonably be expected to influence the economic decisions of users taken on the
basis of these financial statements.
As specified in Article L.821-55 of the French Commercial Code (code de commerce), our statutory audit does not include assurance on the viability of
the Company or the quality of management of the affairs of the Company.
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As part of an audit conducted in accordance with professional standards applicable in France, the statutory auditor exercises professional judgment
throughout the audit and furthermore:
• Identifies and assesses the risks of material misstatement of the financial statements, whether due to fraud or error, designs and performs audit
procedures responsive to those risks, and obtains audit evidence considered to be sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for his opinion. The
risk of not detecting a material misstatement resulting from fraud is higher than for one resulting from error, as fraud may involve collusion,
forgery, intentional omissions, misrepresentations, or the override of internal control.
• Obtains an understanding of internal control relevant to the audit in order to design audit procedures that are appropriate in the circumstances, but
not for the purpose of expressing an opinion on the effectiveness of the internal control.
• Evaluates the appropriateness of accounting policies used and the reasonableness of accounting estimates and related disclosures made by
management in the financial statements.
• Assesses the appropriateness of management’s use of the going concern basis of accounting and, based on the audit evidence obtained, whether a
material uncertainty exists related to events or conditions that may cast significant doubt on the Company’s ability to continue as a going concern.
This assessment is based on the audit evidence obtained up to the date of his audit report. However, future events or conditions may cause the
Company to cease to continue as a going concern. If the statutory auditor concludes that a material uncertainty exists, there is a requirement to
draw attention in the audit report to the related disclosures in the financial statements or, if such disclosures are not provided or inadequate, to
modify the opinion expressed therein.
• Evaluates the overall presentation of the financial statements and assesses whether these statements represent the underlying transactions and
events in a manner that achieves fair presentation.
Report to the Audit Committee
We submit a report to the Audit Committee which includes in particular a description of the scope of the audit and the audit program implemented, as
well as the results of our audit. We also report, if any, significant deficiencies in internal control regarding the accounting and financial reporting
procedures that we have identified.
Our report to the Audit Committee includes the risks of material misstatement that, in our professional judgment, were of most significance in the
audit of the financial statements of the current period and which are therefore the key audit matters that we are required to describe in this report.
We also provide the Audit Committee with the declaration provided for in Article 6 of Regulation (EU) N° 537/2014, confirming our independence
within the meaning of the rules applicable in France such as they are set in particular by Articles L.821-27 to L.821-34 of the French Commercial Code
and in the French Code of Ethics (code de déontologie) for statutory auditors. Where appropriate, we discuss with the Audit Committee the risks that
may reasonably be thought to bear on our independence, and the related safeguards.
Paris-La Défense, March 20,2025
The Statutory Auditors
French original signed by
Deloitte & Associés
Emmanuel Gadret Sylvain Durafour
KPMG S.A.
Régis Chemouny
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5.7 Statutory auditors’ special report on regulated agreements
This is a translation into English of a report issued in French and it is provided solely for the convenience of English-speaking users.
This report should be read in conjunction with, and construed in accordance with, French law and professional standards applicable in France.
Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield SE
Statutory auditors' special report on regulated agreements
Annual General Meeting held to approve the financial statements for the year ended 31 December 2024
To the Annual General Meeting of Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield SE,
In our capacity as statutory auditors of your Company, we hereby present to you our report on related party agreements.
We are required to inform you, on the basis of the information provided to us, of the terms and conditions of those agreements indicated to us, or that
we may have identified in the performance of our engagement, as well as the reasons justifying why they benefit the Company. We are not required to
give our opinion as to whether they are beneficial or appropriate or to ascertain the existence of other agreements. It is your responsibility, in
accordance with Article R.225-58 of the French Commercial Code (code de commerce), to assess the relevance of these agreements prior to their
approval.
We are also required, where applicable, to inform you in accordance with Article R.225-58 of the French Commercial Code (code de commerce) of the
continuation of the implementation, during the year ended 31 December 2024 of the agreements previously approved by the Annual General Meeting.
We performed those procedures which we deemed necessary in compliance with professional guidance issued by the French Institute of Statutory
Auditors (Compagnie nationale des commissaires aux comptes) relating to this type of engagement. These procedures consisted in verifying the
consistency of the information provided to us with the relevant source documents.
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Agreements submitted for approval by the Annual General Meeting
Agreements authorized and entered into during the year
We hereby inform you that we have not been notified of any agreements authorized during the year ended 31 December 2024 to be submitted to the
Annual General Meeting for approval in accordance with Article L.225-86 of the French Commercial Code (code de commerce).
Agreements not previously authorized
Pursuant to article L. 225-90 and L.821-10 of the French Commercial Code (code de commerce) we inform you that the following agreement and
commitment has not been previously authorized by your Supervisory Board.
We inform you about the circumstances due to which the authorization procedure was not followed.
Amendment to the agreement entitled « Participation Maintenance Subscription Right Agreement »
Entities Affected:
Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield N.V. (URW N.V.), of which Jean-Marie Tritant and Fabrice Mouchel, members of the Management Board of your
Company, are also members of the Supervisory Board of URW N.V.
Nature and purpose:
On 9 July 2024 an amendment to the agreement entitled « Participation Maintenance Subscription Right Agreement » was signed between your
Company and its consolidated subsidiary URW N.V., in the framework of an intercompany operation related to the capitalization of intercompany
loans between your Company and URW N.V.
This amendment enables your Company to convert the share premium reserve into Class B shares of URW N.V.
Terms:
At the exercise of such conversion, your Company shall subscribe for the Class B shares at the Exercise Price of EUR 0.50 for each Class B share, or
for such other price as may be agreed between your Company and URW N.V.
The Exercise Price shall not be less than the nominal value of one Class B share.
Reason justifying the interest of the agreement:
This amendment was concluded to guarantee your Company the discretionary right to convert the share premium reserve into URW N.V. Class B
shares and thus to secure the amount of the capitalized loans.
Due to operational constraints related to the schedule of the global intra-group transaction as well as execution constraints, the formal authorization
procedure was not followed. However, at its meetings on 30 April 2024, your Supervisory Board and its Audit Committee were informed of the details
of the proposed global intra-group transaction prior to its execution and did not make any specific observations.
We inform you that, during its meeting on 24 July 2024, your Supervisory Board decided to retroactively authorize this agreement.
Agreements previously approved by the shareholders’ meeting
Agreements approved in prior years which remained current during the year
We hereby inform you that we have not been advised of any agreement which were already approved by the Shareholders’ Meetings in previous years,
and which were applicable during the year.
Paris-La Défense, 20 March 2025
The Statutory Auditors
French original signed by
KPMG S.A.
Régis Chemouny
Associé
Deloitte & Associés
Emmanuel Gadret Sylvain Durafour
Associé Associé
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5.8 Other information
5.8.1 Supplier and customer payment dates
5.8.1.1 Supplier payment terms for Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield SE
Article D. 441 l.-1°: Supplier invoices due and not paid as at Dec. 31, 2024
0 days
Between
1 and 30 days
Between
31 and 60 days
Between
61 and 90 days
More than
91 days
Total
(1 day and more)
(A) Period of late payment
Number of invoices concerned 126 17 11 0 92 129
Total value of all invoices concerned including VAT
(in € thousands)
3,305 589 (5) 0 106 691
Percentage of total amount of purchases including
VAT in the year
1.40% 0.25% 0.00% 0.00% 0.04% 0.29%
(B) Excluded invoices from (A) and related to litigious and unrecognised debts
Number of invoices excluded 0
Total value of all excluded invoices (in € thousands)
0
(C) Payment periods used (contractual or legal payment period – article L. 441-6 or article L. 443-1 of the French Commercial Code)
Payment terms used for the calculation of the late
payment
- Contractual payment periods -x Legal payment
periods
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5.8.1.2 Customer payment terms for Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield SE
Article D. 441 l.-1°: Customer invoices due and not paid as at Dec. 31, 2024
0 days
Between
1 and 30 days
Between
31 and 60 days
Between
61 and 90 days
More than
91 days
Total
(1 day and more)
(A) Period of late payment
Number of invoices concerned 30 88 94 41 1,456 1,679
Total value of all invoices concerned including VAT (in €
thousands)
11,509 2,234 389 497 19,087 22,207
Percentage of the revenue including VAT in the year
5.14% 1.00% 0.17% 0.22% 8.52% 9.92%
(B) Excluded invoices from (A) and related to disputed and unrecognised receivables
Number of invoices excluded 0
Total value of all excluded invoice (in € thousands)
0
(C) Payment periods used (contractual or legal payment period – article L. 441-6 or article L. 443-1 of the French Commercial Code)
Payment terms used for the calculation of the late payment
x – Contractual payment periods –
Legal payment period
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5.8.2 Results for Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield SE over the past 5 financial years
2024
2023 2022 2021 2020
Capital at year-end
Share capital (in € thousands) 713,148 695,207 693,835 692,972 692,362
Number of shares outstanding 142,629,547 139,041,391 138,767,088 138,594,416 138,472,385
Number of convertible bonds outstanding 0 0 0 1,441,462 1,798,716
Results of operations (in € thousands)
Net sales 198,013 200,045 199,208 148,346 164,924
Income before tax, depreciation, amortisation and provisions 1,191,287 412,542 806,707 (111,387) 603,363
Corporate income tax 0 (1) 8,729 (525) (382)
Net income 943,172 (585,411) 89,994 90,645 (2,691,033)
Distributed profit 0
(1)
0 0 0 0
Per share data (€)
Income after tax, before depreciation, amortisation and provisions 8.35 2.96 5.81 (0.81) 4.35
Income after tax, depreciation, amortisation and provisions 6.61 (4.21) 0.65 0.65 (19.43)
Per share dividend on income 0
(1)
0 0 0 0.00
Employee data
Number of employees 1 1 1 1 1
Total payroll (in € thousands) 10,360 9,777 11,271 5,684 1,204
Total benefits (in € thousands)
4,474 4,149 3,775 2,970 1,493
(1) A cash distribution of €3.50 per share by equity repayment will be submitted to the next AGM to be held in 2025 on the basis of 142,629,547 shares as at December 31, 2024.
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RISK FACTORS AND
INTERNAL CONTROL
6.1 Risk management framework 503
6.1.1 Risk Management Policy and organisation 503
6.1.2 Group Enterprise Risk Management framework 504
6.1.3 Internal control system 506
6.2 Main risk factors 507
6.2.1 Ratings of the main specific risk factors 507
6.2.2 Detailed main risk factors 508
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6.1 Risk management framework
6.1.1 Risk Management Policy
and organisation
The Risk Management Policy at Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield (“URW” or
“the Group”) is designed to:
• Identify and analyse the main potential threats in order to anticipate
risks proactively;
• Set up and implement appropriate mitigating measures in order to
monitor and/or reduce the identified risks;
• Secure decision making and Group processes to achieve business
objectives;
• Create and preserve the Group’s value, assets, brand and reputation;
• Ensure consistency of decisions with the Group’s values and strategy;
• Bring the Group’s staff together behind a shared vision of risk
management; and
• Strive to convert risks to business opportunities.
URW is based on a matrix organisation within 4 regions: Central Europe,
Southern Europe, Northern Europe and the US, composed of 11
countries (Austria, Czech Republic, Denmark, France, Germany, The
Netherlands, Poland, Sweden, Spain, the UK and the US) under the
stewardship of 4 regional Chief Operating Officers (“COO”), and a
Corporate Centre organised around 5 main functions, i.e. Developer,
Owner, Operator, Resourcer and Financer. The decision-making
process is accomplished through committees and collegial decision-
making. The segregation of duties within URW is based on the
separation between execution and control. URW does not outsource
core activities, except for some parts of its IT system. In the 4 regions,
the Group’s main activities are investment and divestment, asset
management, operating management (including leasing and property
management), construction, refurbishment and exhibition management,
which are briefly described below. The organisational structure is also
based on a set of delegations that define the responsibilities and level of
authority of managers. Moreover, URW utilises internal committees
where decisions are based on a risk-analysis approach.
MAIN ACTIVITIES OF THE GROUP, INCLUDING CORE PROCESSES AND SUPPORTING FUNCTIONS
Investment/divestment and development
Investment is one of the major processes at URW as it is one of the first
steps in the value-creation process. It starts with deal sourcing (the
search for market opportunities), which is based on brokers, off market
relationships, and connections with local communities. Once an
investment opportunity is identified, it undergoes a strict review and
approval procedure with multiple steps through compliance and
demanding internal decision-making processes, in alignment with
URW’s investment strategy.
Under the supervision of the Chief Strategy and Investment Officer
(“CSIO”), the Investment department is responsible for the value
creation process and is in charge of evaluating and advising periodically
on the basis of the aforementioned information whether the property
needs to be disposed of or not.
For divestments, a highly structured process is in place to provide the
most complete and accurate information (data room) to maximise the
selling price and minimise the guarantees and representations, as well
as the potential liabilities.
For the development of new property, each region has its own
Development department, which manages development projects in
collaboration with the Corporate Centre. The decision-making process
is applicable as mentioned above. Construction is ordered and executed
(preparation of bid tender, call for offer, selection of building
contractors, etc.) under the responsibility of the CSIO, the Development
Directors and the regional COOs. Construction is usually undertaken
by experienced construction companies, which are managed and
controlled by a professional third-party design and project
management team.
Asset management
Under the responsibility of the CSIO, this activity focuses on value
creation in URW’s asset portfolio and consists of defining the strategy
for each asset (5-year business plan). In line with the contract terms and
conditions, the Accounting department invoices and collects the rents
and pays expenses related to the management of the building.
FINANCE
RISK MANAGEMENT
LEGAL AND COMPLIANCE
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
HUMAN RESOURCES
SUSTAINABILITY
INTERNAL AUDIT
INVESTMENT/DIVESTMENT
AND DEVELOPMENT
ASSET
MANAGEMENT
OPERATING MANAGEMENT
AND CONVENTION
EXHIBITION MANAGEMENT
CONSTRUCTION
REFURBISHMENT
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Operating management
Operating management is organised and managed at the regional level
by their respective COO. It mainly focuses on property leasing,
implementation/monitoring of the 5-year business plan and property
management, including security and technical maintenance (facility
management).
Convention & Exhibition management
Convention & Exhibition (“C&E”) management includes activities such
as letting areas in URW’s exhibition site portfolio to exhibition
organisers, as well as mandatory services (technical installations,
electricity, etc.) and ancillary services (parking facilities, WiFi
connection, etc.).
Construction and refurbishment
Construction and refurbishment consist of the following activities:
• Control of construction costs, deadlines and management of
construction contracts;
• Definition of the Group sustainability policy for development;
• Selecting and monitoring construction and refurbishment
companies; and
• Supervision of construction until grand opening.
6.1.2 Group Enterprise Risk Management
framework
All key risks listed in the Enterprise Risk Management (“ERM”)
framework have been reviewed and assessed internally on a yearly
basis. 11 identified key risks were presented to and reviewed by the
Audit Committee (“AC”) and Supervisory Board (“SB”) in 2024 through a
bi-annual (half-year and full-year) assessment.
Our ERM framework focuses on:
• Risks inventory;
• Risk control methodology (including monitoring of appropriate
mitigating measures and action plans);
• Risk mapping;
• Governance; and
• Functional organisation.
URW strives to have a Group-wide robust Risk Management
Programme, providing reasonable assurance on levels of control.
Itremainsorientedtowards ongoingandcontinuousriskassessment,
effectiveness andimprovementincontrols.
Management of risk measures and follow-up of effective
implementation of yearly action plans are core to the Group’s business
resilience, and are reviewed and challenged on a recurring basis.
OVERVIEW OF GROUP ERM KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Governance continues to enhance and support the importance of ERM
by establishing oversight responsibilities. URW has worked on the
alignment and coherence of the risk management governance bodies,
considering market best practices, regional and sector benchmarks and
market investors’ expectations.
On December 6, 2018, upon the recommendation of the AC, the SB
approved the current ERM framework.
ONGOING
RISK
REVIEW
CORRECTIVE
ACTIONS TO
IMPROVE
CONTROL
VALIDATE
EXISTING
CONTROLS
IDENTIFY
AND ASSESS
EMERGING
RISKS
REPORTING
AND
GOVERNANCE
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The URW ERM framework and 3 lines of defence are organised as
follows:
To detect main specific Group risks and design appropriate risk
management measures in relation to any unique local considerations,
the Group’s ERM framework includes a local US Risk Management
Committee.
The responsibilities of this local committee include:
• Supporting the development of a risk culture within the regions,
promoting open discussion regarding risk and integrating risk
management into the organisation and among employees;
• Monitoring effective implementation of identified mitigating
measures and action plans;
• Providing input to management regarding the URW platforms’ risk
appetite and tolerance;
• Embedding ERM in all activities within the business;
• Discussing the identification and evaluation of risks with local risk
owners;
• Supporting improvement in risk control, management measures and
monitor action plans;
• Reviewing risk initiatives against the Compliance Book to align
assessment and establish training priorities;
• Remaining aware of any material evolution of an existing risk or any
new or emerging risk; and
• Providing validation in preparation for review by the GRC.
The GRC handles risk monitoring at Group level. It is composed of the
following senior executives:
• Chief Financial Officer (Chairperson);
• Group General Counsel;
• Chief Resources and Sustainability Officer;
• Chief Strategy and Investment Officer;
• Group Director of Risk Management;
• Group Director of Internal Audit and Group Compliance Officer;
• Group Director of Insurances; and
• Risk owners as required.
All Management Board ("MB") members attend the year-end GRC
meeting to review and discuss the Group risk mapping.
The primary responsibility of the GRC is to oversee and approve the
Group-wide risk mapping and key management measures and to assist
the MB in:
• Establishing that all executive teams have identified and assessed
the risks that the Group faces in all regions where it operates and
establishing a risk management system to address those risks;
• Validating the level of control over a given risk and, in conjunction
with the MB and/or other internal committees, validating that such
risks are in line with the Group’s risk strategy;
• Ensuring that the division of risk-related responsibilities for each risk
owner is clearly defined, and that risk owners are routinely
performing risk assessments and gap analysis to maintain
awareness of all risks; and
• Elevating to the MB and SB any emerging and developing risks.
URW SE SUPERVISORY
BOARD
URW SE
AUDIT
COMMITTEE*
(*) Group consolidated
risk report includes
URW NV
URW SE
MANAGEMENT
BOARD
EXECUTIVE
COMMITTEE
GROUP RISK
COMMITTEE
(“GRC”)**
(**) GRC consolidates
URW NV risk report
1
ST
LINE OF
DEFENCE
2
ND
LINE OF
DEFENCE
3
RD
LINE OF
DEFENCE
Overview of the 3 lines of defence are in line with COSO ERM standards.
RISK MANAGEMENT
AND COMPLIANCE
INTERNAL
AUDIT
RISKS OWNERS
AND MANAGING
FUNCTIONS
GROUP OR SUPPORT
FUNCTIONS
(COMMUNICATION,
DEVELOPMENT,
FINANCE, HUMAN
RESOURCES, ETC.)
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To fulfil its responsibilities and duties, the GRC:
• Supports the development of a risk culture within the Group,
promotes open discussion regarding key risks, integrates risk
management into the organisation’s objectives and compensation
structure, and creates a corporate culture such that people at all
levels manage risks rather than ignoring them or accepting them
without proper risk analysis;
• Provides input to management and the Executive Committee (“EC”)
regarding the Group risk appetite and tolerance;
• Monitors, reviews and updates the organisation’s risk profile
(riskmapping);and
• Approves the Risk Management Policy and plan, which includes:
- The Company’s risk management structure;
- Standards and methodology applied to assess risks;
- Risk management measures (risk management guidelines);
- Training and awareness programmes or information; and
- Analysing feedback on crises/incidents and suggesting
improvements.
The Risk Management department reviewed the Group’s key risks and
associated action plans in collaboration with risk owners.
A description of the key risks monitored by this internal control system
is outlined below. The GRC met twice in 2024. Its main achievements
are:
• The review of the Group’s risk mapping;
• Periodic “deep dive” risk reviews agreed with the AC Chair and
presented at the AC/SB meetings;
• The review and follow-up of action plans;
• The approval of business decisions with risk exposures; and
• Presentation of the key risk inventory and risk rating grid for AC/SB
approval.
6.1.3 Internal control system
The Group’s internal control system covers all of the Group’s activities
and geographies. It is based on a set of principles that aims to provide
reasonable assurance that the following internal control objectives are
met:
• Transactions are executed effectively and optimised;
• Protection of the Group’s assets;
• Financial information is reliable; and
• All operations comply with prevailing legislation, external
regulations and URW’s internal rules.
The Group’s internal control system is in line with the general principles
of the Internal Control System reference framework by the AMF
(Autorité des Marchés Financiers, French Financial Markets Authority)
and is based on:
• A set of standardised procedures;
• Accountability of managers in charge of the business, finance and
control;
• A committee-based, decision-making process for acquisitions,
disposals, refurbishment/construction projects, and leasing; and
• Segregation of duties between execution and control.
The Group’s control environment detailed in the Compliance Book for
Governance, Organisation & Corporate Rules describes:
• The Group organisation structure: a matrix organisation with a double
reporting line at corporate and regional levels, including the US
platform;
• Governance for Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield SE (“URW SE”) and its
subsidiaries as well as for Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield N.V. (“URW
NV”) and its subsidiaries;
• A framework of core processes and internal rules covering
investment and divestment, development/construction, leasing
activities and support functions, notably Finance and Human
Resources;
• A Code of Ethics, covering the Group’s core values and principles,
with particular emphasis on ethical behaviour, prohibition of
corruption, conflicts of interests, confidentiality and transactions
involving Stapled Shares; and
• An Anti-Corruption Programme (“ACP”) that includes, among other
things, riskmapping, which is regularly reviewed, and a due diligence
process covering all business partners before entering into business
relationships.
In addition to the Compliance Book, the Group’s control environment
comprises:
• Job descriptions and an assessment system based on performance
targets;
• A set of delegation of authority, responsibility and limits that span all
the Group’s activities;
• General and specific procedures applicable at corporate level and in
the different regions where the Group is present; and
• Less formal instructions and recommendations that nevertheless
form an integral part of the internal control system.
The internal control system assessment is carried out by the Group
Internal Audit department (composed of 6 colleagues located in France
and in the US), which conducts regular assignments covering all the
Group’s activities pursuant to the annual audit plan approved by the MB
and the SB.
The CEO or the AC Chair can also ask the Group Internal Audit
department to carry out “flash” assignments to provide a rapid response
for urgent (potential) issues and/or the treatment of new risks or
problems. Final audit reports are addressed to the MB and to each
department involved in the audit. A summary of audit findings is
provided to the AC on a quarterly basis.
URW’s Internal Audit Charter sets out the different missions of the
Internal Audit function. To ensure its independence, the Internal Audit
department reports to the CEO and to the Chair of the AC.
A description of the main risks monitored by this internal control system
are set out hereafter.
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6.2 Main risk factors
In accordance with European Regulation No. 2017/1129 of June 14,
2017, on the prospectus to be published in the event of a public offering
of securities or with a view to the admission of securities to trading on a
regulated market, risk factors presented, hereafter, are limited to
specific risks of the Group remaining significant after application of the
risk management measures.
Nevertheless, the risk factors discussed in this section are not
exhaustive and there may be other risks, either potential unidentified
risks or emerging/developing identified risks, or risks not specific
enough to the Group and/or of which the occurrence is not considered
likely to have a material adverse effect on URW, its operations, financial
position and/or results, share price or guidance/outlook as at the date of
filing of the Universal Registration Document. In addition, given the
geographical scope of URW activities, the potential impact of a same
type of risk may differ from one country to another.
The Group risk mapping is reviewed and updated, if necessary, on a
recurring basis under the supervision of the GRC. The Group risk
mapping is discussed by the AC and the SB.
Given the ongoing geopolitical and macro-economic conditions, and the potential threat of trade wars and custom barriers, sovereign debt
concern and potential recession in Europe, URW continues to monitor and anticipate the evolving impacts to the business, particularly
concerning interest rates, inflation, supply chain issues, regulatory and tax changes as well as growing social and political instability in some
countries where the Group operates and their effects on consumption, financing, capital markets and investor appetite.
The Group’s risk mapping and assessment process continually factors in potential changes linked to geopolitical and macro-economic
conditions which could have a significant effect on the Group’s business operations, its budgetary and earnings forecasts, as well as on its stated
strategy.
6.2.1 Ratings of the main specific risk factors
The Group risk inventory, used for Group risk mapping, is composed of 11 Group-specific risks organised into 5 categories. The risks presented below
are rated within each category in descending order of impact to the Group (first ones being the most impactful) and likelihood.
This rating is based on:
(i) The potential net impact corresponding to the potential (financial/legal/reputational) impact after risk management measures have been put in
place (net impact); and
(ii) The potential net likelihood of the risk event, after risk management measures have been put in place (net likelihood).
This rating, and specifically the likelihood, is the result of the Group management assessment performed through the ERM framework described in
section 6.1.2 Group Enterprise Risk Management framework of this 2024 Universal Registration Document and depends on the subjective
assessments of management.
The risk rating criteria for net impact and net likelihood is regularly reviewed by the GRC and presented to the AC and SB in line with the Group’s
evolving risk appetite.
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Legendusedbelow:
Rating
Netimpact High net impact Medium net impact Low net impact
Net likelihood Likely Possible Unlikely
Risk factors categories Risk factors
Rating after risk management measures
SectionNet impact Net likelihood
Category #1: Business sector and
operational risks
Mergers & acquisitions, investment and divestment 6.2.2.1.1
Change in retail environment 6.2.2.1.2
Development, design and construction management 6.2.2.1.3
Information technology systems and data: continuity and integrity 6.2.2.1.4
Category #2: Financial and tax risks Access to capital and financial market disruption 6.2.2.2.1
Real Estate Investment Trust (“REIT”) status and tax compliance 6.2.2.2.2
Category #3: Environmental and
socialresponsibility risks
Sustainabilityrisks 6.2.2.3.1
Recruitment,retentionandsuccession 6.2.2.3.2
Category #4: Security, health and
safety risks
Terrorismandmajorsecurityincident 6.2.2.4.1
Healthandsafety 6.2.2.4.2
Category #5: Legal and regulatory risks Regulatoryandcompliance 6.2.2.5.1
6.2.2 Detailed main risk factors
6.2.2.1 Category #1: Business sector and
operational risks
Mergers & acquisitions, investment
and divestment
Part of URW’s core business model is value creation through
investment and divestment of assets. The profitability of these
transactions depends on the accuracy of initial financial assumptions,
market conditions (including available financing and investors’
appetite), tax environment, quality and attractiveness of assets, and
legal and regulatory considerations.
Despite the challenging environment in recent years, the quality of
URW’s portfolio has enabled a significant volume of successful
transactions (€1.6 Bn divested since January, 2024
(1)
). However, the
Group remains cautious of the ever-evolving macro-economic
landscape. Even with easing inflation and decreasing interest rates, the
current geopolitical climate could affect investor appetite and capital
markets, potentially hindering the Group’s ability to deliver its
deleveraging ambition. Achieving satisfactory pricing terms is
necessary to prevent a potential negative impact on asset valuations,
which could put pressure on the Group’s financial covenants and credit
ratings. For indicative sensitivity regarding the evolution of URW’s
shopping centre asset values, please refer to Chapter 4, section 4.1.4.
The execution of the Group’sinvestment/divestment strategy may be
subject to the satisfaction or waiver of JV partners approval and
obtaining merger control approval. There is no certainty that these
conditions will be satisfied or waived in the necessary timeframe and
therefore disposal may be delayed or not complete.
(1) Contribution to the proportionate net debt reduction of disposals completed or secured.
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Main risk factors Main risk management measures
• MisalignmentwithGroupstrategyandincorrect underwriting
(asset valuation and forecast);
• Informationleakageandmarketrumours;and
• Failure to execute acquisition/divestment targetsinlinewith
marketcommunication.
• Group decision-making process closely involves the MB and SBfor major projects based on
internal rules and corporate charters;
• Project teams closely involved in the transactionsinordertodetermine whether the transaction
is worth investigating and pursuing. Legal, financial, technical and commercial reviews of these
transactions are always presented to an Investment Committee for approval before any
bindingcommitment;
• Duediligencecarriedoutwiththeassistanceofexternaladvisors;
• Financing strategy in place to mitigate the level of pressure on deleveraging and preserve
accessto refinancingmarket;and
• RecurringstrategicreviewbetweenMBandSBtoensurefullalignmentwith Groupstrategy.
For further information related to investments/divestments, please refer to section 4.1.2 Investments/Divestments of this 2024 Universal
Registration Document.
Change in retail environment
Asaglobaldeveloperandoperatorofcommercialassets, any mid‑
to long-term deterioration in economic conditions with implications for
the leasing market and/or investments may have a significant impact on
the level of the Group’s activities, the value of its assets, its results, and
its investment and development strategy. The risk of non-alignment of
assets with consumer preferences, their catchment areas and retailer
business models may affect the Group’s ability to achieve the level of
rental income and other lines of income with negative impact on the
operational performance and asset valuations.
AsatDecember31,2024,theGrouphadaportfoliovaluedat€50Bn,
ofwhich87%areinretail(67shoppingcentresincluding39whichcarry
theiconic WestfieldbrandinthemostdynamiccitiesinEuropeandin
theUS)presentedin2continentsandin11countries.Consideringits
real estate profile and exposure, the Group’s results of operations and/
oritscorebusinessstrategycouldbeadverselyaffectedby its inability
to continue to lease space in its assets on economically favourable
terms, to adapt its offer and customer experience to new trends and
expectations, or to develop and implement new business models, or by
tenant default.
The pandemic effect has accelerated many retail sector evolutionary
trends over the last 3-4 years, particularly the continued rise in
e‑commerce. Despite this growth, e-commerce has not translated into
the demise of brick-and-mortar retail. This shift has accelerated the
need for "destination" malls, evolving into hybrid and multi-purpose
spaces, offering retail, food, leisure, events, etc., with innovative
strategies and digital transition towards technologies that make
physical shopping more engaging and enjoyable. Not responding to
such changes in consumer trends can have a negative impact on
footfall, sales and leasing activity.
The acceleration of sustainable consumption and energy sobriety are
key drivers of global consumption and has led to increased consumer
expectations.This presentsbothchallengesandopportunitiesfor
the Group’s operations and offerings. Failure of URW and its tenants to
appropriately and effectively adapt their strategies and initiatives could
have a negative reputational impact with the potential to affect sales
and profitability.
The value of the Group’s real estate assets (calculated using the fair
value method) is sensitive to variations in the appraisers’ principal
assumptions (yield, rental value, occupancy rates) and is, therefore,
subject to material variations that may impact the Group. The
rentalincome of some Group assets may depend on flagship stores/
department stores and could suffer a material adverse impact if 1 or
more of these tenants were to terminate their leases, fall into
bankruptcy or an equivalent scheme triggering financial impacts, or fail
to renew their leases, and/or consider their locations lack
attractiveness; and/orintheeventof consolidation between these retail
sector companies.
Inanevermorecomplexeconomicenvironment,theGroup’sabilityto
achieve leasing targets at the expected level of rent, and then collect
rents,depends onthesolvencyofitstenants.Financial pressures and
rising occupancy costs can limit tenant investments crucial for
enhancing their offer, evolving with customer trends and remaining
competitive which otherwise can lead to a rise in "tenants at risk" and
bankruptcies and impact vacancy rates.
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• Continued evolution of the retail sector due to competition
from online retail as well as demographic and cultural
changes. Anchor department stores and many fashion
retailers may change their brick-and-mortar strategies,
including store closures;
• Inability to adapt to quickly changing shopper and retailer
preferences, and office and convention exhibition patterns and
preferences, could impact achieving leasing and revenue
targets;
• URW’s current strategy may fail to meet changing retail and
real estate market conditions;
• Failure to evolve the Westfield brand while continuing to
establish it across Europe;
• Improper management of rent relief, store closings and
tenantallowances;
• Tenantfinancialinsolvency/defaultandstoreclosings;
• Failure to achieve Group synergies in terms of leasing and
commercial partnerships targets; and
• Failure to deliver sustainability targets and meet tenant/
customerexpectations.
• Robust business model focusing on "destination" malls (retail, food, leisure, events,
entertainment, etc.) in major markets.
• Diverse retail portfolio of international, national and local tenants. Only12% of URW’s rental
income comes from the top 10 tenants.
• Annual research performed in each geography (Europe and the US) to understand and anticipate
shifts in retail, demographic and cultural changes;
• Customer-centricapproach,including enhanced digital strategy, resizing of outstanding assets
to adapt retail surfaces and implementationof mixed-use and densification;
• Merchandising and positioning assessments for each flagship asset to future proof
thestrategyoftheasset and adapt the retail mix to new needs;
• Expansion of leasing into new types of tenants, including more Food & Beverage, Entertainment,
Health & Wellness and Luxury, as well as Digital native vertical brands;
• Dedicated redevelopment plan, including development of event spaces, digital infrastructure
and modular tenant spaces (white boxes for pop-ups);
• Loyalty programmes and events in malls to enhance the customer shopping experience, secure
URW’s share of wallet and improve customer profiles and journeys in the mall;
• Disposalofnon-coreornon-competitive assets in accordance with the divestmentprogramme;
• Brandplatformandclearbrandingguidelines:
• Focused and measured rebranding roadmap and strategy forflagshipcentres in Europe;
• Globalisation of the marketing strategy to optimise and leverage the Westfield brand with
marketing management at shopping centre level to facilitate the adaptation;
• Leasing targets (e.g. prices, deadlines and prospective tenants) are defined within each region of
the URW Group incollaborationwithaGroup-level team and approved by the EC. Major leases
in terms of value and/or special terms and conditions must be internally approved in advance by
Operating Directors and regional Managing Directors and/or the regional COO;
• Leasing and Finance teams review deals to ensure adequacy with Group strategy and strong
internalcontrol processes to approve allowances for tenants as well as levels of rent;
• Localframeworkstomonitorsolvencyofnewandexistingtenants;
• Financial guarantees as a prerequisite to the standard lease agreements (deposit, first demand
guaranteeorsuretybondequaltoamultipleofthemonthlyrent);
• Robustdebtcollectionandmonitoringprocess;
• Constant reviewof the tenancyreport (vacancies, tenantsin distress, newdeals, and lease
expirationschedule over the next 3 years);
• Global leasing platform to develop the trans-continental sourcing/roadmap between Europe
andUSplatforms;
• Brand partnership Group strategy in place with new dedicated business unit and new
organisation/approach;
• The Commercial Partnerships team are involved in all negotiations with brands to ensure deal
opportunitiesaremaximised;
• Implementation of the sustainability programme with a key workstream on sustainable
consumption;and
• Sustainable Retail Index scheme in place as part of the Better Places sustainability roadmap,
with strategy to expand to all eligible revenues by 2027.
For further information related to leasing and commercial partnerships, please refer to section 4.1.1 Business review of this 2024 Universal
Registration Document.
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Development, design and construction
management
URW conducts development, design and construction activities in the
office, shopping centre, hotel, residential and convention & exhibition
property segments. This strategy involves significant investment of
financial capital, human resources and senior leadership time and
attention. While it represents an opportunity in terms of capturing
market share in the relevant markets and of creating a flagship and
mixed-use model to distinguish URW from the competition, such a
pipeline implies a number of risks that can significantly impact the
project’s expected financial returns. These risks include
underperforming leasing or project cost-overruns, complying with time-
schedules, securing timely administrative authorisations and timing of
market conditions to support not only mall development but also
mixed-use projects.
The Group continues to develop its joint venture and "asset-right"
strategy, joining with strategic capital partners prior to launching these
projects, to reduce the capital allocation on the balance sheet of the
Group, while leveraging on existing projects and generating
development and management fees. Whilst this reduces the Group’s
risk exposure on the balance sheet, it can increase the risk of securing
project approval and other timely approvals required from joint venture
partners and co-owners.
In addition, with the Group’s sustainability ambitions core to the
business, there is heavy focus on regeneration of centres, refitting,
recycling, biodiversity, etc., and delivering the targets set in the “Better
Places” sustainability roadmap announced in October 2023. The project
teams are well-positioned to anticipate and manage the evolving
sustainability risks relating to new building regulations, environmental
regulations, investor/occupier expectations, and green financing.
Given the setback experienced in the management of the Westfield
Hamburg project, an external audit was conducted under the
supervision of the MB/SB, which led to an overhaul of the process for
assessing, validating and monitoring the Group’s development projects.
Post-delivery of Westfield Hamburg, the Group's decision to no longer
take direct construction management risk for development projects and
major works going forward and the reduced development pipeline
(consisting of smaller scale and less complex schemes) will mean a
reduction in risk exposure for the Group. In addition, the tighter controls
and rigour that continue to be implemented from the recent audit will
serve to strengthen the development processes for future project.
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• Non-compliance with internal development strategy,
investment decision and development process;
• Failure to obtain definitive administrative authorisations or
other required stakeholder authorisations (including joint
venture partners);
• Inability to attract essential tenants or underperforming the
leasing assumptions;
• Inability to handle complexity/ensure effective project
management;
• Failure to meet targets in terms of cost, timescales and
quality;
• Failure to set or achieve ESG targets; and
• Inability to retain human resource requirements at the right
level and key talents across the pipeline.
• Any investment decision for a development project is submitted for authorisation by MB/EC
members according to Group’s decision-making process detailed in the Compliance Book;
• The Investment Committee assesses the project relevancy towards (i) the Group strategy in
terms of purpose and capital allocation and (ii) the local market;
• The Group’s project approval process is split into 2 parts – one focusing on product, market and
commercial underwriting (development, financial risks and assumptions) and one dedicated to
project definition, maturity and construction strategy (design, risks and complexity, purchasing
strategy, etc.);
• Project "post-mortem" process to implement key actions based on suggested learning from
previous projects to optimise the delivery process and prevent future total investment cost
("TIC") overruns;
• Development risk assessment, monitoring/reporting and tracking tools implemented to ensure
full transparency of project/performance management, with risk contingencies included in the
TIC and adjusted accordingly;
• Third-party (legal consultants) analysis of the compliance of the requested authorisation with
urban rules and other enforceable regulations are carried out before filing;
• Projects are focused on regions where URW has local teams which work closely with local
authorities;
• Joint venture partner strategy/framework agreed at pre-development stage;
• Partnering with local players to benefit from their experience and relationship with local
authorities;
• Project specific pre-leasing targets agreed before the launch of the works, and in particular for
anchor tenants to de-risk income;
• Development project leasing process is monitored through agreed Group milestones for the
leasing action plan and marketing strategy;
• During the construction phase, key performance indicators ("KPIs") are set to cover (i) potential
contingencies and (ii) potential change orders that could be decided or required to meet tenant
requirement during the construction;
• Procurement strategies are adapted to the specific requirements of the operation and are based
on approved design and specifications to limit the risk of future variations;
• Change order processes are defined and are consistent in terms of timing and costs within
construction company contracts, design team contracts, tenant forward leases and forward sales;
• Sustainability built into development, design and construction processes and mapping;
• Better Places sustainability roadmap targets set. See scorecard in section 3.1 Better Places
roadmap;
• Project team right-sizing and experience is assessed in the approvals process taking into
account all relevant resourcing factors such as the project complexity and the procurement
strategy of the development project. Project team has sufficiently staffed cost controlling,
change orders and claim management teams (with an appropriate strategy and legal coverage
for all); and
• Independent project reviews by internal/external advisers.
For further information related to the development pipeline, please refer to section 4.1.3 Development Projects as at December 31, 2024, of this 2024
Universal Registration Document.
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Information technology systems and data:
continuity and integrity
To support URW's business and digital objectives, the Group IT
department partners with all business units to provide and maintain the
technology needed to meet business needs. Overall, the Group IT
department provides more than 100 applications and supports more
than 4,000 users globally. As with any organisation, URW’s IT is faced
with risk exposures that may be caused by external (natural disasters,
accidents, service provider default, network blackout, cyber threat) or
internal (human error, insider threat) origins.
Regarding cyber threat, as a market trend, the risk is continuously
increasing, which may result in an increase of URW’s exposure to risks
such as leakage of the Group’s confidential data, leakage of personal
data, cybersecurity incidents (phishing, fraud) and ransomware attacks.
In the event of such risk occurring within URW, these would lead to a
partial or complete unavailability leading to process and activities
disorganisation, and/or regulatory impacts (market regulations,
personal data protection). However, a major cyber event should not
impact the operation of shopping centres. that will remain open, nor the
Net Rental Income, and consequently may not have a material impact
on the Group.
Main risk factors Main risk management measures
• Cyber-risk;
• Unavailability of critical IT systems; and
• Incapacity to guarantee the integrity of data and reports
generated by IT systems.
• Strong governance involving IT, Risk Management, Legal, Internal Audit, business stakeholders
and management to review IT activities and investment, including a dedicated committee to also
monitor cyber risks on daily operations;
• Cybersecurity strategy and technology designed and rolled out to prevent cyber risks, detect
security incidents, and respond quickly to remediate cybersecurity incidents;
• Integration of cybersecurity aspects in all IT projects and contractual commitments with IT
vendors;
• Regular IT audits to test the Group’s protective and detective measures;
• A Group Cyber Crisis framework is in place, with specific response procedures in case of a major
IT security event/crisis, which are tested on a regular basis, and are linked to the General Data
Protection Regulation ("GDPR") Data Breach notification process;
• A business impact assessment is in place to assess URW processes criticality in the event of a
major cyber-attack, as well as the alternative operating plans if IT systems are not available;
and
• Implementation of an IT Disaster Recovery Plan, and a specific cyber resilience plan for
managing a major cyber crisis, both in terms of IT investigations and IT recovery.
6.2.2.2 Category #2: Financial and tax risk
Access to capital and financial market disruption
URW, as a REIT, faces ongoing refinancing needs due to its business
model and financial indebtedness increase following the 2018 Westfield
transaction (€25,336 Mn
(1)
as at December 31, 2024). These needs
encompass maturing debt financing, investment financing, capital
expenditure ("CAPEX") funding (e.g. development pipeline,
enhancement projects) and other operational financing requirements.
As such, URW is exposed to risks related to fund availability, credit
market volatility, interest rate and foreign exchange ("FX") fluctuations,
and counterparty risk. These factors could restrict access to necessary
funding and adversely affect the Group’s operations and financial
results.
Recent easing of inflation and interest rates, in particular in Europe,
has slightly improved investor sentiment and reduced funding costs,
alleviating some pressure on URW’s access to capital. However, the
Group’s financial ratios evolution and in particular the impact of
asset disposals and valuation changes on URW’s credit rating must
be closely monitored, as a downgrade could negatively influence
access to funding and cost of debt.
In addition, debt investors and lenders are increasingly prioritising
green and sustainability-linked funding instruments. URW updated
its Green Financing Framework in 2022 and must proactively
monitor and adapt to evolving taxonomy requirements and
environmental, social and governance ("ESG") rating criteria,
recognising these as emerging risks that may affect its access to
liquidity.
For information on liquidity position, financial ratios and interest rate
exposure, please refer to section 4.1.5 .
(1) On an IFRS basis.
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• Rising cost of access to funds due to increase in spreads,
change of rating, appeal of the Company/its sector for
investors (debt and equity) or banks, dramatic increase in
interest rates, adverse currency exchange rate movements, or
disruption and volatility of capital markets.
Notably, the Group is exposed to:
• Interest rate risks:
- May have a significant impact on financial expenses; and
- Although the Group’s exposure to variable rates is hedged
through derivatives, these hedges could be insufficient.
• The FX rate between the euro and other currencies impact:
- The value of operational and financial expenses, and thus
overall asset value, when translated into euros;
- The results and/or the statement of financial position of the
Group; and
- The Group’s ability to meet its commitments in respect of
those securities and, more generally, its commitments with
respect to debt.
In addition:
• To hedge part of this risk, the Group uses derivatives and debt
in foreign currency. Such instruments may not hedge the
underlying assets or activities perfectly, and as a result
changes in the FX rate and/or interest rates may have an
impact on the cash flows, the results and/or the financial
position.
• The use of financing instruments on international markets
exposes the Group to extraterritorial regulations which may
have a significant adverse effect on the Group’s overall
financial results.
• The Group Asset & Liability Management (“ALM”) Committee discuss regularly on an ad hoc
basis. It receives regular information on significant changes in the financial environment;
• The ALM Committee defines the Group Treasury Policy implemented by the Group’s Treasury
department. The ALM Committee manages and monitors interest rate risk and FX risk, making
proposals to the MB for execution;
• Internal policies and procedures maintain a conservative approach to investments and mitigates
the risk by not allowing for speculative positions to be put in place;
• The Group Treasury department regularly provides a comprehensive report on the Group’s
interest rates, position, exposure to foreign currency, liquidity projections, compliance with bank
loans and facilities covenants, availability under the Group’s committed credit lines. It also
proposes (re)financing or hedging operations (if applicable), and details of any (re)financing
operations or transactions (hedging operations, share buy-backs, etc.);
• The Group has an interest rate macro hedging policy (through the use of derivatives) aiming to
limit the impact of interest rate fluctuations on the cost of debt over the next years, in view of its
current disposal and investment plans, its existing hedging programme and debt as well as the
debt the Group expects to raise in the coming years;
• The Group exposure to FX rate fluctuation is partly hedged by either matching investments in a
specific currency with debt in the same currency or using derivatives to achieve the same risk
management goal; and
• Robust internal procedure ensuring the segregation of duties between execution of market
trading and control functions of such transactions.
• Limited access to funds in case of unfavourable capital
markets or URW credit deterioration.
The Group's strategy relies on its ability to secure financial
resources through debt (bank loans, bonds, credit lines,
commercial paper) or equity capital to meet operational and
investment needs. Several factors could hinder this ability,
including:
• Disruptions in debt or equity markets;
• Reduced bank lending capacities;
• Changes in the real estate market or investor interest in
property companies;
• Downgrades in URW’s credit rating;
• Deterioration in URW’s financial results;
• Decreases in EBITDA and operating cash flows;
• Increase of URW leverage, in particular in case of increasing
debt and/or declines in the asset valuations;
• Failure to comply with any of the Group’s financial covenants,
resulting in an event of default and consequently potentially
triggering a cross default; and
• Changes in ownership structure.
• In line with the Group Treasury Policy, close monitoring of the Group’s liquidity, FX and hedging
risks as well as its debt covenants.
• The Treasury department regularly provides the ALM Committee with comprehensive reports
on the Group’s liquidity projections, hedging position, cash position and availability under the
Group’s committed credit lines, as well as key financial indicators;
• €13.9 Bn of liquidity
(1)
as at December 2024 including €8.6 Bn of undrawn credit facilities
(2)
and
€5.3 Bn
of cash on hand;
• 2 solicited ratings in place as at December 2024: Standard & Poor’s rating standing at BBB+
with stable outlook and Moody’s rating standing at Baa2 with stable outlook;
• The Group maintains regular dialogue with these rating agencies with a proactive monitoring of
credit metrics;
• Strong and disciplined control of CAPEX spending in line with the Group’s deleveraging plan
announced in 2021;
• Active reduction of non-staff expense and deferring of non-essential CAPEX; and
• Diversification of funding sources and counterparties.
(1) On an IFRS basis.
(2) Subject to covenants.
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• Reliability of counterparties or failure to monitor and
manage counterparty risk resulting in potential loss of its
deposits or benefits from hedges signed with counterparties.
• Credit monitoring of the Group's counterparties, regular dialogue and minimum financial ratings
thresholds as condition of continued transactions.
• Risksrelatedtoliquiditycrisis,eurobreak-up,Eurozone or EU
exit, country default or political instability.
Thoseriskscouldalsonegativelyaffect:
• TheGroup’soperationsandprofitability;
• ThesolvencyoftheGroupandofitscounterparties;
• ThevalueandliquidityofthesecuritiesissuedbyURW;and
• The Group’s ability to meet its commitments in respect of
those securities and, moregenerally, its commitments with
respecttodebt.
• Regularmarketmonitoringandsensitivityanalysistoassessliquidity,ratesandFXrisks;
• €13.9 Bn of liquidity
(1)
as at December 2024 including €8.6 Bn of undrawn credit facilities
(2)
and
€5.3 Bn
of cash on hand; and
• Diversificationofsourcesoffunding/counterparties.
• Non-compliance of sustainability finance disclosure and
taxonomy requirements, and low ESG rating.
• Green Financing Framework updated in November 2022 in line with market standards as
confirmed by a Second Party Opinion from ISS ESG;
• EstablishmentofadedicatedGreenFinancingCommitteetoensureframeworkalignmentwith
themarket;
• Continuous improvement of sustainability-related disclosure and presentations (ESG agencies
and investors);
• Formalised Use of Proceeds for Green Bond allocation, and formalised procedure for analysing,
selecting and monitoring assets under the Green Financing Framework;
• Regularback-testingofasseteligibilitytoGreenBondcriteria;and
• Regular monitoring of green and sustainability-linked loans and credit lines and KPI levels.
For further information related to financial markets, please refer to section 4.1.5 Financial Resources of this 2024 Universal Registration Document.
REIT status and tax compliance
As an international Group, URW is subject to various taxes in the
countries in which it operates. URW’s aim is to be in full compliance with
all tax obligations worldwide in respect of all processes and
transactions it undertakes. Considering its core business and activities,
as a real estate company, URW benefits from special status as a REIT
regime for real estate investors in 5 countries in which it operates
(France, The Netherlands, Spain, the UK and the US). While a REIT
regime leads to a lower tax rate at the level of the REIT, as a result a
REIT is obliged to distribute most of its income, which is subsequently
taxable for shareholders. To the extent that URW opts to make use of
such regimes, it is obliged to meet local requirements, which differ per
country. Moreover, further to the Westfield transaction, the expanded
tax structuring complexity combined with the stapling principle now in
place between URW SE and URW NV raise potential risks of failure to
comply with tax requirements and/or to face challenges from/litigation
with 1 or several local tax authorities.
Any failure to comply with the material tax requirements imposed by
the local REIT regimes or any material change or loss of a local REIT
regime could have a significant adverse effect on the Group, its results
or financial position. Although REIT opponents are of the belief that
shifting the tax obligation from shareholders to the companies holding
the real estate would increase tax revenues, URW’s view is that it may
well lead to lower tax revenues as it would shift a certain current tax on
obligatory dividends to a less certain tax revenue at corporation level. A
potential risk of the repeal of a REIT regime is assessed as more
prominent in some European countries, whereas REIT structures are
viewed more favourably in the US where the focus is on proper income
classification.
The current economic uncertainty and possible government budget
shortfalls could lead to renewed challenges of REIT regimes in
countries where the Group operates and potential increases in taxes
generally.
The Group also faces potential tax risks driven by a combination of
regulatory changes (in particular on REIT status or other tax benefits)
and economic factors. Potential changes to tax schemes such as
creating exceptional tax surcharges or taxes on the buy-back of shares,
increased obligations and other unforeseen and detrimental scenarios
are an ongoing risk.
(1) On an IFRS basis.
(2) Subject to covenants.
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• Loss of REIT status or other tax benefits due to external
factors;
• Improper interpretation and/or application of tax law and REIT
requirements;
• Breakdown of URW processes to follow tax law and REIT
requirements; and
• Failure on tax determination, reporting or remittance (other
than theoretical disagreement).
• Tax employees are experienced and in a process of continuous training in order to increase
awareness of potential errors;
• Risk assessment of the potential loss caused by changes in tax regulation;
• The Group is a member of European Real Estate Association (“EPRA”) (in the EU) and National
Association of Real Estate Investment Trusts (“Nareit”) (in the US) industry groups, which
promote modern and predicable REIT regimes;
• Active legal teams (both internally and through external counsel review) to monitor and
anticipate potential changes in REIT regimes and/or regulations as well as any changes to tax
laws generally;
• Reviews of tax calculation accuracy through consistency tests and checks both internally at the
Group level and through external advisory firms;
• Reviews of tax prerequisites/risks for deals to go to the Investment/Divestment Committee with
a formal sign-off process detailed in the Compliance Book; and
• Tax employees are in continuous dialogue with, and provide training to, local colleagues to
monitor and review the characteristics of ongoing operations and transactions to ensure that the
REIT income thresholds are adhered to.
6.2.2.3 Category #3: Environmental
and social responsibility risks
Sustainability risks
Considering the size of its tangible assets portfolio, URW places
sustainability risks at the heart of its strategy with an integrated
commitment to make sustainability a core part of the URW business.
As a developer and operator of retail assets, URW has identified a broad
range of sustainability risks and opportunities which are related to many
departments and activities within the business such as energy
efficiency/transition, asset resilience to climate change, evolving
taxonomy and environmental regulations, supply chain due diligence,
green financing and societal risks – all of which are integrated into the
Group’s ERM framework.
Sustainability risks are long-term risks, leading to direct or indirect
impacts on URW:
• Direct impacts: change in weather patterns impacting our assets,
energy efficiency regulations being implemented in our countries of
operations, etc.; and
• Indirect impacts: cities requiring high level of environmental
performance in our development projects, regulations impacting our
upstream supply chain and the cost of raw materials and energy (e.g.
increased price of carbon emissions for energy producers and large
emitters such as cement manufacturers and steel manufacturers),
financial institutions integrating ESG risks in their portfolio
management strategies, etc.
Managing these risks allows the Group to:
• Maintain its license to operate and comply with applicable
regulations;
• Support its talent attraction and retention strategy;
• Support its financing policy (e.g. through sustainability-related
financing instruments);
• Manage costs, and specifically utilities costs recharged to
tenants;and
• Build its leadership and differentiation for visitors and tenants.
The nature of the risks (systemic, long-term risks) and the external
environment emphasises the need for periodic reassessment. The sub-
risks covered are highly political topics, with a high-level agenda at the
United Nations (United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, United
Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change, etc.), regional
(European/US levels), state/national and city levels. Specifically on
climate change topics, scientific consensus has been built at
international level on causes and consequences (notably via the
Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change) but scientific research is
constantly evolving on the physical consequences of observed climate
change and their rhythm. In parallel, these risks are progressively
integrated by other market players (and specifically financial
institutions and their integration in their risk frameworks impacting
asset allocation) and regulators (EU Taxonomy, EU Corporate
Sustainability Reporting Directive (“CSRD”), local energy efficiency and
carbon regulations, etc.) constantly and progressively raising the
expectation level on URW.
Please note: As sustainability is embedded in URW’s core business,
other sustainability risks cut through the majority of Group risks and are
mentioned throughout this chapter.
For information on the related sustainability policies, action plans and
objectives, please refer to section 3.2 Sustainability Statement.
For more details on natural disasters, please refer to section 6.2.2.4.
Security, health and safety risks, and section 6.3 Transferring risk to
insurers.
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• Failure to achieve net zero target. • Established Group sustainability governance supported by sustainability agenda defined and
overviewed at the highest governance levels: Group CEO, the MB, the EC and the SB; and
• Integration of the sustainability agenda in core business processes: due diligence process,
management of development projects and existing assets, integration in budget reviews,
sustainability objectives set for all employees, training and remuneration.
• Fossilfueldependency(lackofaccessibility,increasedcosts,
taxonomyeligibility,impactonassetvalueorprojectbudgets).
• Developmentofon-siterenewableenergyproductioncapacity and power purchase agreements
for off-site production of renewable energy;
• Energy efficiency targets and energy management action plansinallstandingassets;
• Using“Greenleases”asaninstrumenttosupportenergyefficiencyanduseofgreenelectricity
fortenants;
• Mobility Action Plans in place in shopping centres owned and managed by URW including
measures to develop accessibility by soft mobility modes, electric vehicles and public
transport;and
• Ongoingmonitoringof carbon-relatedregulations.
• Non-resilience of assets to climate change (from physical
phenomena) andimpact on new developments.
• FormalisationoftheGroupframeworkforriskadaptationdetailinghowphysicalclimate-related
risks are mitigated through the Company, incorporating expectations from EU Taxonomy
andEUCSRD;
• Assetvisitsbyexternalriskconsultantstoassetswithidentifiedrisksresultinginaresilience
action plan for each asset;
• Creation of a "toolbox" of climate adaptation measures for all assets to identify actions
planswhererelevant (first implementation of those measures started in 2024);
• Compliance with regulatory requirements in each region regarding flooding risks, water
management, and drainage systems for exceptionally heavy rainfall;
• Duediligence processfor acquisitionsand newdevelopment projectscovers currentlevel of
exposure toweatherevents/climate;
• Group forward-looking climate change risk assessment covering all standing assets and the
development pipeline, in line with Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures
recommendations, covering both transitional and physical risks;
• Environmental certification policy for all assets in both development and operation phases:
BREEAM, orLEEDandBREEAMIn-Use certification schemescovering, among others, physical
resilience and energyaspects; and
• Adequate insurance cover for natural disasters for assets in Europe (with limitations for The
Netherlands and Germany) and the US.
• Increased environmental regulation impacting standing assets
(building energy efficiency) and development projects
(developmentconstraints).
• High-level follow-up of upcoming regulations through industry representative organisations. For
regulationslikelytohaveamajorimpactandwhereURWhasanabilitytoinfluence, contribute
to interactions with regulator to ensure adaptation to the sector.
• Inability to deliver biodiversitymeasures and expectations for
standing assets and development projects.
• Aspartofthe“BetterPlaces”roadmap,allnewdevelopmentsimplementbiodiversityactions
plans to achieve an overall biodiversity net gain;
• Engagement with WWF France for the science-based targets for the nature evaluation and
certification of the Group’s activities; and
• Monitoring the implementation of biodiversity measures following biodiversity audits, including
renaturationofstandingassets,andassessingtheimprovementthrougha biodiversitymetric.
• Failure to capture sustainability-related opportunities (energy
renovation projects, new business lines and revenues,
sustainable consumption and customer expectations).
• FullcommitmentofURW’sexecutivemanagementtoreachthe“BetterPlaces”targets,witha
direct link between executive compensation and the fulfilment of specific sustainability targets;
• Comprehensive and fully funded climate plan to reduce Scopes 1 and 2 greenhouse gas
emissions by -90% by 2030; and
• Planned and approved capital expenditure ("CAPEX") to 2030 of €28 Mn per year (including €8
Mn per year on solarphotovoltaic projects)thankstoconsistentannualinvestmentinURW’s
high‑quality assets.
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• Non-compliance of supply chain related obligations(due
diligence, modern slavery, etc.).
• Group supply chain sustainability risk mapping;
• Procedure for screening business partners;
• Dedicated training sessions for teams identified for being at risk of exposure;
• Group Code of Ethics applicable to all contractors;
• Whistleblowing procedure made accessible to all contractors;
• Responsible Purchasing Charter and inclusion of the Group purchasing conditions, and standard
contracts including environmental and social terms; and
• Group Considerate Construction Charter applicable for development projects describing the
Group’s requirements and recommendations to optimise worksites’ environmental quality.
• Non-compliance of evolving non-financial reporting
requirements, including EU Taxonomy.
• Monitoring of regulatory updates with dedicated gap analyses to anticipate requirements set
forth in new regulations;
• Participation in key working groups of industry bodies (EPRA, FEI (Fédération des Entreprises
Immobilières, the French listed property federation), OID (Observatoire de l’Immobilier Durable,
French Global Alliance for Buildings and Construction)) as well as institutions, such as AFEP
(Association française des entreprises privées, French Association of Private Businesses), which
contributes to the political engagement with regulators and legislators;
• A robust set of processes as part of the annual reporting campaign coordinated by the
Sustainability team; and
• Frequent engagement of external experts and auditors to raise questions and receive feedback
on identified areas of improvement.
• Negative perception from stakeholders linked with poor
sustainability performance and controversies (excessive
energy consumption, inappropriate/excessive water
consumption, irresponsible tenants, etc.).
• Robust contractual and legal frameworks (regulations applying to retailers, environmental
appendix in leases formalising obligations of the tenant in URW shopping centres);
• Active communication with tenants and visitors (e.g. sustainability meetings with tenants,
satisfaction surveys and sustainability customer satisfaction surveys); and
• Initiatives led in collaboration with tenants to raise visitor awareness of the environmental and
social impact of consumption choices.
Recruitment, retention and succession
Considering the very competitive talent market (including the very low
unemployment rates in some local markets) as well as the need to
retain key people and knowledge, URW may face important risks related
to recruitment, retention and succession of talents. High employee
turnover can lead to lower productivity and reduced morale, loss of
Company knowledge, damaged brand reputation, increased
recruitment costs and a strain on the HR department.
Despite the competitive market conditions, there is a strong level of
control on resignations and retention of key talent.
The Group is adapting the level of resources to the reprioritisation of
projects and processes simplification whilst leveraging as much as
possible the natural turnover and restructuring opportunities.
Main risk factors Main risk management measures
• Failure to recruit appropriate talent to maintain strategic
capabilities;
• Failure to retain key employees; and
• Failure to set up and secure a formal succession plan.
• Developing and supporting URW’s “employer brand” in particular, with an increased presence on
socialmedia;
• Implementation of a “Levelling” system to better support career evolution, and ensure fair
compensation for every role;
• Enhancedlong-term incentiveprogramme to increaseretention and attractiveness;
• Maintainingitshighlysuccessfulgraduateprogramme;
• Monitoringcontinuedattractivenessofcompensationandbenefitspackages;
• Partneringwiththebesthead-huntingfirmstoregularlymapthebestexternaltalent;
• Developingastrongco-optationprogramme;
• Engagement surveys to design and implement relevant action plans to make URW a great place
to work;
• Designing and implementing ambitious people-oriented policies on well-being, diversity and
inclusion, and a sustainable work environment;
• Providing permanent learning and development opportunities (e.g. international mobility,
cross-functional mobility);
• Global talent review process in place including systematic 360° feedback for all employees,
using thesame framework and same tools across the Group; and
• Extensive Global Succession Planning process in place, to identify potential successors for all
positionsreportingtoaMBmember,allpositionsreportingtoaCOO,allheadsof keyfunctions,
and other selected key positions.
For further information related to human resources, please refer to section 3.2.3.1 Own workforce of this 2024 Universal Registration Document.
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6.2.2.4 Category #4: Security, health and
safety risks
Terrorism and major security incident
The core business of URW is based on 67 shopping centres in 11
countries, which attract over 900 million visitors annually. As such, it is
important that the Group maintain an appropriate level of safety and
security to welcome customers. Additionally, the “Westfield” brand has
been rolled out in Europe, which heightens the awareness of remaining
vigilant in monitoring and mitigating as best as possible security and
safety concerns on a global basis. The global brand and the iconic status
of some assets, as well as the Group’s footprint in more exposed
countries, increase the level of threats on the Group assets.
Should a serious security, safety or terrorism event occur resulting in
casualties or property damage, URW could experience a negative
impact onoperations, financialresults,andbrandandreputation.
By their nature, and despite the measures put in place by the Group
independently, and in close cooperation with law enforcement in all
countries, the Group property assets are potentially exposed to acts of
terrorism and potential active shooter situations, which may have
serious consequences. In addition, the current geopolitical climate and
cost of living crisis could give rise to local societal risks such as
increased violent crime, protests, riots, environmental activism or
industrial action at URW assets, causing a potential reduction in footfall
and impacts on operations.
Main risk factors Main risk management measures
• Failure to develop and implement a security programme that:
(i) Remains aware of terrorist threats or other major security
concerns; and
(ii) Mitigates the impact of a major security incident, including
terrorist attack; and
• Failure to develop and implement an effective Group Crisis
Management framework.
• Dedicated Group organisation for security and crisis management (Group Security and Crisis
ManagementCommittee);
• Globalsecuritygovernanceandguidelines(includingdevelopmentprojects), security policies
and procedures implemented at all locations with appropriate physical security measures and
accesscontrol;
• Local security referents network to manage and standardise the Group’s practices in line with
local regulations;
• Annual security action plan programme to identify action plans and include operational
expenditure and CAPEX requirements in the 5-year business plan;
• Internal“deep-dive”securityauditsofflagshipcentres;
• Shopping centres conduct terrorist attack/active shooter crisis response exercises in collaboration
with law enforcement;
• Globalincidentnotification/escalationprocess; and
• GlobalCrisisManagement Policy and framework including annual crisis training and exercise
campaigns.
Health and safety (including pandemic and natural
disasters)
As a real estate owner, URW has responsibility for ensuring the safety
and well-being of customers, retailers and employees. This means
maintaining proper building and equipment maintenance protocols to
minimise the risk of injury or illness, protect the environment and
mitigate the impact of unexpected events on the assets and on business
continuity.
Each country where URW operates has a specific set of health and
safety laws, and regulations. Developing and implementing an effective
compliance framework, monitoring and complying with new or evolving
health, safety and environment (“HSE”) laws and regulations, and
ensuring compliance with Group HSE policies is of critical importance in
managing this risk.
Extreme weather events such as storms, flash floods, heatwaves and
forest fires, which are predicted to increase in frequency and intensity
over time, create health and safety and business continuity risks for
URW’s assets. These assets can also be indirectly impacted by the
"ripple effect" of incidents occurring in catchment areas and close
geographic proximity which can disrupt operations and reduce footfall
due to mandatory evacuations, imposed curfews, restricted access and
poor air quality.
URW secures key insurance coverage for these risks, but the Group still
carries some significant risk exposure for major events such as an
earthquake in California that could exceed cover limits.
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• Failure to implement effective strategies that seek to
minimise, prevent and mitigate life safety incidents;
• Failure to implement processes that may mitigate and
manage the impact of any natural disaster (earthquake,
flooding, climate change related significant natural events,
and uninsuredrisks);
• Injury or loss of life due to failure to comply with sanitary,
health and safety regulations; and
• Insufficient response to pandemicoutbreak.
For Europe portfolio
• Annual third-party audit conducted onassets to verify regulatory compliance with health and
safety laws and regulations;
• “Safe and Healthy Places” label awarded to all assets in the European portfolio by Bureau
Veritas as part of the annual health and safety audits, demonstrating appropriate measures are
in place for the reassurance of tenants and customers;
• Qualified external advisors/contractors with up-to-date knowledge of the assets and of local
regulation validate compliance with regulations;
• Global pandemic response plan; and
• Energy efficiency plan and response plan in case of energy shortage or selective power cuts (to
ensure the appropriate level of readiness/monitoring and life safety measures).
For US portfolio
• Verificationthatcontractors’ health and safety procedures are appropriate and that their staff
have the proper licences, equipment and training;
• Centremanagement conducts routine property tours and identifies hazardous conditions and
implements corrective actions;
• Maintenance and inspection conducted by third-party contractors of all relevant equipment
subject to regulation;
• Fire safety systems are routinely inspected as required by local fire regulations; corporate
and construction health and safety policies incorporate regulations and are based on
industry‑accepted best practicesintheabsenceofaspecificgoverningregulation;and
• Globalpandemicresponseplan.
Naturaldisasters
(1)
• Periodic assessment ofEuropeanand USassetsmost exposedto naturaldisasters(coastal
flooding, flash floods, heatwaves, storms and earthquakes) to validate response plans;
• French and Spanish assets are covered for 100% of their insured values according to the local
regulation;
• AssetsinotherEuropeanregionsarecoveredagainst:
- Earthquake,withalimitof€100Mnpercountryandintheannualaggregate;
- Storm/hurricane,withalimitof€1Bnintheannualaggregate;and
- Flood, witha limit of€100 Mn per countryand in the aggregateannually, sub-limited to
€80Mn for Germanyand €30Mn in The Netherlands – due to insurance market limitation
(dikefailureis excluded, which is market practice).
• USassetsarecoveredagainst:
- Earthquake,withalimitof$400MnforCaliforniaand$250MnforPacificNorthwestinthe
annual aggregate (due to insurance market limitations);
- Storm/hurricane,withalimitof$1Bnintheannualaggregatewith a sub-limit of $535 Mn in
the aggregate with respect to convective storms;and
- Flood,withalimitof$500Mnintheaggregate,sub-limited to $100Mn in the aggregate for
high-riskfloodzones;
• Emergency response plans for extreme weather events in place for all operational assets;
• Periodic review on prevention/protection plans and risk mitigations for the most exposed
assets;and
• Each centre in a natural catastrophe zone conducts emergency preparedness drills each year.
(1) Forfurtherdetails,pleaserefertosection6.3Transferringrisktotheinsurers.
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6.2.2.5 Category #5: Legal and regulatory
risks
Regulatory and compliance
URW operates in highly regulated and litigious countries. Moreover,
operations are also required to comply with a myriad of laws and
regulations related to the URW Group activities in areas such as leasing
asset and property management, and construction. These laws and
regulations include, but are not limited to, personal data privacy,
licensing and permits, health and safety, sustainability, anti-bribery and
corruption, money laundering, financial and securities markets. As
such, the risk of failing to detect, anticipate, challenge, implement and
comply with applicable laws and regulations may result in legal/
regulatory breach, regulatory investigation, negative reputational
impact and/or liabilities resulting in fines and penalties, damages, the
loss of licences, and/or any potential legal action, including class
actions.
Main risk factors Main risk management measures
• Non-compliance with laws and regulations at governmental,
federal, state, province, local country or sector level.
• Deployment of the Group’s Legal Policy, a set of internal procedures and standard forms to
state, province, local country or sector level, secure contractual frame, reduce litigation
exposure to protect Group interests and ensure compliance with applicable regulations;
• Legal department organisation around (i) 3 geographical platforms (Continental Europe, UK,
US), and (ii) Group Legal Support (corporate and security law, data and brand protection);
• Comprehensive legal training on complexornewregulationstoraiseawarenessanddevelop
learning curve from pending litigation;
• External advisors and law firms provide constant updates on both emerging legislation and
recent case law on specific matters; and
• Group in-house lawyers are specialists in jurisdictions in which the Group operates and set the
network of external counsel and experts as required.
• Inability to detect and anticipate new regulations (including
changes or evolutions) with (potential) impact on retail sector
and/or the Group.
• Legalwatchandclientalertsfromlawfirms;
• GroupworkshopsonGroup/localmappingledbyLegalandPublicAffairsdepartments;
• Definition of Group/local priorities, timelines and institutional calendars to develop and
coordinate strategy; and
• Interactionwithotherstakeholders,publicauthoritiesandprofessionalorganisations.
• Failure to prevent or mitigate material negative impact of any
regulatory investigations and/or litigation: in the normal
course of URW’s business activities, the Group could be
subject to legal, administrative, arbitral and/or regulatory
proceedings.
• Setoutanescalationprocess;
• InternalalertprocesstoinformtheGroupGeneralCounsel,recurringreportingon(potential)
material litigations and escalation process for litigation strategy;
• Claimmanagementprocessfordevelopmentprojects;
• Set of preventive internal programmes to comply with the main applicable regulations and
effectiveness review on a recurring basis; and
• “Dawnraid”policyforanyunexpectedon-siteinvestigation.
• As a publicly traded global company, URW is required to
comply with various stock market/exchange regulations and
requirements with respect to full and proper disclosure and
transparency to provide clear, real and objective information.
• The Market Abuse Regulation related to insider trading is detailed in the URW Insider Trading
Rules procedure, setting out common principles applying to the qualification of inside
information, the disclosure of such information, trading bans during pre-defined periods of time
and disclosure requirements for designated persons; and
• AGroupDisclosureCommitteeisresponsibleforqualifyinginsideinformation,ifany.
• In the course of its activities, URW collects and processes
diverse personal data from customers, employees, business
partners and service providers. Failure to protect this personal
data could resultin finesandpenalties, aswellas negatively
impacting URW’s reputation.
• The Group has developed and updated a robust and effective Data Privacy Protection
programme to comply with GDPR (EU) and regulations that are enacted in countries where the
Group operates, in particular in the UK and in the US;
• Appointment of a Group Data Protection Officer and a network of local Data Privacy Officers in
some major countries or Local Data Protection Correspondents where the Group is present who
meet every 2 months in a dedicated committee to share best market practices and monitor
Group initiativesandprojects;
• Organisational and technical processes: retention period policy, data breach notification process,
and update of the employee privacy policy. IT Security department included in the framework;
• Group-wide e-learning training on GDPR and California Consumer Privacy Act for each employee
and specific trainings for businesspopulation(marketing, IT, HR); and
• SignatureofdataprocessingagreementwithmajorITcontractsserviceproviders;and
• Processesandregisterswereimplemented.
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Main risk factors Main risk management measures
• Non-compliance with international/national anti-corruption
and influence peddling regulations:
- Asaglobalcompany,URWmustcomplywiththehighest
standards and anti-corruption regulations, such as the
French Sapin II Law, the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act
(US)ortheUKBriberyAct(UK);
- Non-compliance with international/national anti-money
launderinglaws;and
- Failure to comply with anti-corruption, influence peddling
and anti money laundering risks may lead to: material
reputational damages; financial, administrative or
disciplinary sanctions; and may have a negative impact on
investors’ trust.
• A rigorous “zero tolerance” principle based on an effective ACP applicable in all entities
controlled by the Group
(1)
(based on the 8 pillars of the French Sapin II Law). In addition, the ACP
incorporates provisions of international conventions and national laws and regulations
applicable to the Group’s business activities;
• An alert system (whistleblowing) supported by an external anonymous and confidential
reporting channel is in place and available for employees and contractors;
• Interactions with business partners are subject to pre-approval of the URW “Know Your Partner”
procedure to evaluate third parties’ exposure to the corruption, sanctions and influence
peddling risks; Local Compliance Correspondents support the coordination of the ACP and
manage processes and procedures in each region;
• Dedicated classroom training for most exposed departments and an e-learning module
mandatory for all URW staff describing the general principles related to business ethics and the
prevention of corruption, bribery and influence peddling;
• TheGrouphas implementeda secure paymentsprocedure and has formalised the rules for
opening, changing and closing bank accounts; and
• For fraud attempts, the Group Compliance Officer systematically shares the information via
email with all concerned employees, including a reminder of preventive procedures.
6.3 Transferring risk to insurers
The Group is covered by insurance programmes, which are
underwritten by leading insurance companies located in various
markets (Europe, the US and the UK notably).
These programmes are actively monitored by the Group Insurance
department in liaison with local teams and insurance brokers.
Under the property damage and terrorism programmes, the Group’s
property assets are for most of them insured, for their reconstruction
value as well as for business interruptions and loss of rent subject to
limitations of coverage with respect to natural catastrophe risks due to
limited insurance market capacities (for more details, refer to the table
below). All assets are regularly assessed by internal or external
property insurance valuers.
In accordance with insurance market practices, the property damage
insurance programme requires material damages to trigger a coverage
of financial loss or business interruption.
Under the insurance programme, French, Spanish and UK assets are
insured against terrorism risks according to national insurance
mechanisms (Gareat in France, Consorcio de Compensación de Seguros
in Spain and Pool Re in the UK). Assets located in other countries are
insured against terrorism under a dedicated programme that includes a
limit per claim based on the asset that has the highest insured value
with respect to rebuilding cost and loss of rent.
The Group has also taken out general liability insurance policies that
cover financial damages resulting from third-party claims.
(1) Except for Viparis, which implemented a tailored ACP in compliance with the Sapin II Law provisions.
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Type of insurance Coverage and main limits based on 2024 Group insurance programmes
Property damage and loss of rent/business interruption and
terrorism.
Coverage:“all-risks”basis(subjecttonamedexclusions)andterrorism.
Basisofcompensation:
• Reconstruction costsforbuilding;
• Replacement costforequipment;and
• Loss of rent or business interruption with a compensation period of between 12 and 60 months,
depending on the asset.
Limitsofcompensation:
• ContinentalEurope:
- Earthquake:limitof€100Mnpercountryintheannualaggregate;
- Flood: limitof€100Mnpercountryintheannualaggregate,sub-limited to €80Mn in the
annual aggregate for Germany and sub-limited to €30 Mn for The Netherlands (dike failure is
excluded, which is market practice);
- These sub-limits above do not apply for assets located in countries where compulsory
national insurance mechanisms exist: Régime catastrophes naturelles in France and
Consorcio de Compensación deSegurosinSpain;and
- Terrorism: limit of €900 Mn per occurrence covering material damages and loss of rent/
business interruption followinga terrorist attack, except French and Spanish assets which are
insured for their full values according to Gareat in France and Consorcio de Compensación de
Seguros in Spain.
• TheUK:limitsarebasedonthedeclaredvaluesperoccurrencecoveringall material damages
and loss of rent/business interruption, including losses following terrorism events which are
covered by Pool Re. The programme includes sub-limits.
• The US: limit of $1 Bn per occurrence covering all material damages and loss of rent/business
interruption including terrorism events. The programme includes sub-limits notably for natural
catastropherisks:
- Earthquake: the overall programme sub-limit for earthquakes is $500 Mn per occurrence and
annual aggregate subject to additional inner sub-limits of:
• $400 Mn for California earthquakes: this limit applies to all locations in California.
Aretentionperlocationof5%oftotalinsuredvalueswouldbe applicable; and
• $250 Mn for Pacific Northwest earthquakes: this limit applies to SouthCenter in Tukwila,
Washington. Aretention per location of3% of total insured values would be applicable;
- Windstorm/hurricane: limit of $1 Bn in the annual aggregate with a sub-limit of $535 Mn in
the aggregate with respect to convective storms. A deductible of $50,000 per occurrence
would be applicable, except in “high hazard zones” where the deductible is 5% of the insured
values;
- Wildfire:limitof$1Bnintheannualaggregate.Adeductibleof$50,000peroccurrencewould
be applicable;and
- Flood:sub-limit of$500 Mnin theaggregate sub-limitedto $100Mn in the aggregate for
high-hazard flood zone. A $500,000 deductible per occurrence for properties indesignated
flood zones wouldbeapplicable.
In the US in particular, the combination of the concentration of many assets in the same area with a
high exposure to natural catastrophe risks and the limited capacity available from insurers to
cover these risks exposes URW SE and its controlled subsidiaries to retain a significant share of
these risks as uninsured.
General civil liability.
Coverage: “all-risks” basis (subject to named exclusions) for damage caused to third parties. The
programme includes sub-limits, for example to cover liability claims following a terrorist attack.
General environmental liability. Coverage for damage caused to third parties by accidental or gradual pollution.
Main construction projects and renovation works on properties are
covered by contractors’ “all-risks” policies for their total construction
cost. Defects affecting the works are covered by decennial liability
insurance in France, Inherent Defects Insurance for most large
construction or extension projects in Continental Europe, or by
contractors’ warranties in the US and in the UK.
The 2024 premium amounted to €48.6 Mn
(1)
excluding construction
insurance premiums. Most of these premiums were invoiced to third
parties (e.g. co-owners and tenants).
The Group did not incur any major uninsured losses in 2024 on standing
assets.
At the end of 2024, the Group’s insurance programme was successfully
renegotiated covering the Group portfolio with placement in the
European, UK and US insurance markets mainly with effect from
January 1, 2025.
(1) Only for insurances directly managed by URW, excluding premiums reinvoiced from third parties.
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INFORMATION
ON THE COMPANY,
SHAREHOLDING AND
THE SHARE CAPITAL
7.1 Information on the Company 525
7.1.1 General information 525
7.1.2 Legal form and applicable law 525
7.2 Share capital and other securities granting
access to the share capital
525
7.2.1 Share capital – form of shares 525
7.2.2 Securities granting access to the share capital 525
7.2.3 Changes in Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield SE’s share capital during the
past 5 years
526
7.3 Share buy-back programme 527
7.3.1 Authorisation to buy back shares 527
7.3.2 Review of the use of the authorisation to redeem shares and
information on the transactions carried out during the financial year
ending December 31, 2024
527
7.3.3 Situation as at December 31, 2024 527
7.4 Information on the shareholding 528
7.4.1 Ownership of capital and voting rights 528
7.4.2 Information regarding ownership threshold disclosures since
January 1, 2024
529
7.4.3 Shareholders holding a number of shares or voting rights
representing 5% or more of the total number of shares or voting
rights
530
7.4.4 Shareholders’ agreement 530
7.5 Financial authorisations 531
7.6 Articles of Association of the Company and
Charters
533
7.6.1 Corporate object (Article 2 of the Articles of Association) 533
7.6.2 Stapled share principle (Article 6 of the Articles of Association) 533
7.6.3 SIIC regime 533
7.6.4 Statutory obligations pertaining to changes in the Company’s share
capital and categories of share rights
533
7.6.5 Corporate governance structure (Articles 10 to 16 of the Articles
of Association)
534
7.6.6 General meetings (Articles 18 and 19 of the Articles of Association) 536
7.6.7 Requirements pertaining to the distribution of profits (Article 21 of
the Articles of Association)
536
7.6.8 Statutory shareholder threshold and obligation to register shares
(Articles 9 and 9 bis of the Articles of Association)
536
7.7 Investment by the Company outside the
Unibail‑Rodamco‑Westfield Group
537
7.8 Elements likely to have an impact in the
event of a takeover bid
537
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7.
7.1 Information on the Company
7.1.1 General information
The corporate name of the Company is Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield SE
and its acronym is “URW SE”. The Company was incorporated on
July23, 1968, for a period of 99 years, i.e. up to July 22, 2067.
Its registered office is at 7, place du Chancelier Adenauer, 75016 Paris
(France) and it is registered in the Paris trade and companies register
under number 682 024 096.
Its Legal Entity Identifier ("LEI") is 969500SHQITWXSIS7N89.
Its financial year runs from January 1 to December 31.
Information about the Company is available on its website:
www.urw.com.
The content of the website is not an integral part of this Universal
Registration Document, of any prospectuses or of any documents which
refer to it unless certain information has been expressly included for
reference purposes.
7.1.2 Legal form and applicable law
Originally constituted as a public limited company with a Board of
Directors, the Company was converted on May 21, 2007, into a public
limited company with a Management Board ("MB") and Supervisory
Board ("SB"), then, on May 14, 2009, into a European company with a MB
and SB pursuant to the provisions of European Council Regulation no.
2157/2001/EC of October 8, 2001, applicable to European companies
and by the laws and regulations in force in France.
7.2 Share capital and other
securities granting access to
the share capital
7.2.1 Share capital – form of shares
As at December 31, 2024, the Company’s share capital is €713,147, 735,
divided into 142,629,547 fully paid-up ordinary shares on a par value of
€5 each. Company shares may be registered or bearer shares at the
shareholder’s discretion, subject to the requirements set out in Article 9
of the Articles of Association.
• Stapled Shares
In June 2018, the shares of the Company were stapled with the class A
shares of Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield N.V. (hereinafter together, the
“Stapled Shares”), a public limited liability company (“naamloze
vennootschap”) incorporated under the laws of The Netherlands, with
its registered office located in Amsterdam and registered with the
Dutch commercial register under number 70898618.
For more information about the Stapled Shares, please refer to Article 6
of the Articles of Association of the Company or Section 7.6.2.
• CDI (CHESS DEPOSITARY INTERESTS)
The term “CDI” designates Australian CHESS (Clearing House
Electronic Subregister System) depositary interests that represent
beneficial ownership in Stapled Shares registered in the name of or on
behalf of CDN (CHESS Depositary Nominees Pty Limited, a subsidiary of
the Australian Securities Exchange). CDI are admitted for trading on the
Australian regulated market ("ASX").
20 CDI collectively represent a beneficial interest in 1 Stapled Share.
CDN enables holders of CDI to exercise
(1)
the voting rights attached to
the Stapled Shares.
The CDI can be converted into Stapled Shares at any time, and inversely.
As at December 31, 2024, 105,787,440 CDIs (corresponding to
5,289,372 Stapled Shares) were outstanding, representing 3.71% of
share capital.
7.2.2 Securities granting access to the
share capital
Securities granting access to the capital of the Company are
describedbelow.
7.2.2.1 Performance Shares, Retention
Shares and Performance Stock
Options
The long-term remuneration plan of the Company combines
2remuneration elements in Stapled Shares: the majority are granted as
Performance Shares ("PS"), while a small portion are Retention Shares
("RS") and Performance Stock Options ("SO"). This is intended to
strengthen the engagement of beneficiaries in their contribution to the
Group’s performance (see Section 2.3.4).
As at December 31, 2024, the number of potential Stapled Shares to be
theoretically issued after taking into account cancellations (assuming
the required performance and presence conditions are attained and
excluding any cancellations that may occur during the course of the
plan) represents 1.03% of the fully diluted share capital with regard to
the PS, 0.15% of the fully diluted share capital with regard to the RS and
2.47% of the fully diluted share capital with regard to the SO.
7.2.2.2 Other securities granting access
to the share capital
None.
(1) Holders of CDI can either (i) ask CDN to vote in a given way, or (ii) request that CDN grant the holder with power to vote at the General Meeting.
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7.2.3 Changes in Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield SE’s share capital during the past 5 years
Since January 1, 2020, the Company’s share capital has changed as follows:
Date Movements in the share capital Number of shares issued Number of shares Total share capital
Premium resulting from
transaction
2020
31/03/2020 Creation of PS (LTI Plan 2017) 14,235 138,392,840 €691,964,200 €0.00
04/06/2020 Creation of PS (LTI Plan 2016) 10,395 138,403,385 €692,016,175 €0.00
04/06/2020
Increase of share capital
reserved for employees
69,150 138,472,385 €692,361,925 €2,503,435.89
2021
31/03/2021
Creation of PS (LTI Plans
2017-2018)
23,990 138,496,375 €692,481,875 €0.00
24/06/2021 Creation of PS (LTI SI Plan 2018) 23,986 138,520,361 €692,601,805 €0.00
24/06/2021
Increase of share capital reserved
for employees
74,055 138,594,416 €692,972,080 €3,191,029.95
2022
07/03/2022 Creation of PS (LTI Plan 2018) 9,410 138,603,826 €693,019,130 €0.00
21/03/2022 Creation of PS (LTI Plan 2019) 50,092 138,653,918 €693,269,590 €0.00
29/04/2022
Increase of share capital
reserved for employees
105,741 138,759,659 €693,798,295 €4,041,421.02
25/05/2022 Creation of PS (LTI SI Plan 2019) 7,429 138,767,088 €693,835,440 €0.00
2023
22/03/2023 Creation of PS (LTI Plan 2020) 143,311 138,910,399 €694,551,995 €0.00
22/03/2023 Creation of PS (LTI Plan 2021) 1,698 138,912,097 €694,560,485 €0.00
04/05/2023
Increase of share capital
reserved for employees
128,408 139,040,505 €695,202,525 €4,467,314.32
13/09/2023
Creation of PS (LTI SI Plan
2022-2023)
886 139,041,391 €695,206,955 €0.00
2024
30/04/2024
Increase of share capital
reserved for employees
108,496 139,149,887 €695,749,435 €4,682,687.36
20/05/2024 Creation of PS (LTI Plan 2021) 166,510 139,316,397 €696,581,985 €0,00
31/05/2024 Exercise of SO (SO Plan 2021) 39,758 139,356,155 €696,780,775 €2,480,104.04
30/06/2024 Exercise of SO (SO Plan 2021) 7,949 139,364,104 €696,820,520 €495,858.62
31/10/2024 Exercises of SO (SO Plan 2021) 7,324 139,371,428 €696,857,140 €456,871.12
04/12/2024
Increase of share capital by issuance
of new shares
3,254,000 142,625,428 €713,127,140 €362,434,482.00
31/12/2024 Exercise of SO (SO Plan 2021) 4,119 142,629,547 €713,147,735 €256,943.22
Note: increases in the share capital associated with the exercise of SO and creation of PS are stated by a statement of the MB.
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7.
7.3 Share buy-back programme
7.3.1 Authorisation to buy back shares
The Combined General Meeting of April 30, 2024, (twenty-fourth
resolution), pursuant to Articles L. 22-10-62 and seq. of the French
Commercial Code and in compliance with Regulation no. 596/2014 of
the European Parliament and of the European Council of April 16, 2014,
on market abuse, authorised the Management Board, for a period of 18
months, to buy back Company shares up to the legal limit of 10% of the
total number of outstanding shares adjusted for any change in the share
capital during the authorisation period, with the aim of:
(i) Cancelling all or part of the Company shares thus purchased, under
the conditions provided by Article L. 22-10-62 of the French
Commercial Code and subject to a general meeting’s authorisation
in force to reduce the share capital;
(ii) Holding Company shares that can be allotted to its executive
officers and employees and to its affiliated companies under the
terms and conditions provided by law, in particular in the context of
stock option plans, free grants of existing shares, shareholding
plans or company savings plans or inter-company (or similar plan)
in respect of profit-sharing and/or any other forms of granting
shares to employees and/ or executive officers of the Group;
(iii) Holding shares of the Company to allot them upon the exercise of
rights attached to negotiable securities giving access to the share
capital by way of redemption, conversion, exchange, presentation
of a warrant, or in any other manner;
(iv) Stimulating the market or the liquidity of the shares of the
Company through an investment intermediary in the context of a
liquidity contract; and
(v) Implementing any new market practice which might be approved by
the French Financial Markets Authority and, more generally, carrying
out any transaction permitted under the regulations in force.
The maximum share buy-back purchase price is fixed at €110 per
Stapled Share, excluding costs, based on a par value of €5 per share.
The total cost of the share buy-back programme cannot exceed €1.5 Bn.
This authorisation cannot be used by the Management Board during the
period of a public offer.
General Meeting of April 29, 2025
At the General Meeting to be held on April 29, 2025, the MB will propose
to shareholders that they renew this authorisation for a period of 18
months, on the following terms and conditions, and in accordance with
Article L. 22-10-62 and seq. of the French Commercial Code, i.e. a
maximum share buy-back purchase, price at €110 per share excluding
costs, based on a par value of €5 per share. The total cost of the share
buy-back programme must not exceed €1.5 Bn pursuant to the share
capital, as at December 31, 2024 (i.e. 142,629,547 shares).
This new authorisation, subject to approval at the General Meeting to be
held on April 29, 2025, would replace and supersede the authorisation
granted on April 30, 2024. This authorisation should not be used by the
MB during the period of a public offer.
7.3.2 Review of the use of the
authorisation to redeem shares and
information on the transactions
carried out during the financial year
ending December 31, 2024
During the 2024 financial year, the Company did not proceed with the
acquisition of [its own] shares.
7.3.3 Situation as at December 31, 2024
As at December 31, 2024, no treasury share is held by the Company.
7.3 Share buy-back programme
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7.4 Information on the shareholding
7.4.1 Ownership of capital and voting rights
As at December 31, 2024, the Company’s share capital comprises 142,629,547 fully paid-up ordinary shares with a par value of €5 each. 1 single
voting right is attached to each share in accordance with the “one share, one vote” principle.
The following table shows, to the best of the Company’s knowledge, the variations in the distribution of share capital and voting rights during the last 3
financial years:
Shareholder
Year-end 2022 Year-end 2023
Year-end 2024
Number of
shares
% of share
capital
% of voting
rights
Number of
shares
% of share
capital
% of voting
rights
Number of
shares
% of share
capital
% of voting
rights
Companies controlled by
the Niel Family Group *
(Rock Investment and
NJJ Holding)
(1)(2)
20,286,422 14.62 14.62 20,286,422 14.59 14.59 21,666,482 15.19 15.19
Executive officers
(3)
212,311 0.15 0.15 127,011 0.09 0.09 169,053 0.12 0.12
Company Savings Plan
(4)
518,907 0.37 0.37 598,985 0.43 0.43 699,190 0.49 0.49
Other shareholders 117,749,448 84.85 84.85 118,028,973 84.89 84.89 120,094,822 84.21 84.21
Total
138,767,088 100.00 100.00 139,041,391 100.00 100.00 142,629,547 100.00 100.00
Figures may not add up due to rounding.
*The Niel Family Group comprises of Mr Xavier Niel and his children, and it holds 100% of NJJ Holding, which in turn controls Rock Investment. Rock Investment is controlled by
NJJ Holding, which itself was solely controlled by Mr Xavier Niel until October 10, 2024 (see Section 7.4.3).
(1) The number of shares held by the Niel Family Group does not take into account shares held by assimilation as disclosed in the declarations of share ownership thresholds.
(2) See also Section 7.4.3
(3) Executive officers endorse the 5 members of the MB. The amount does not take into account the units in the Company Savings Plan held by them.
(4) Including units in the Company Savings Plan held by the MB members.
Since December 31, 2024, there has not been any significant variation of the share capital.
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7.4.2 Information regarding
ownership threshold disclosures
since January 1, 2024
Legal threshold disclosures notified prior to January 1, 2024, can be
viewed on the French Financial Markets Authority (Autorité des
Marchés Financiers, “AMF”) website, and threshold disclosures notified
to the Company are available at the registered office of the Company.
In addition to the thresholds provided by Article 9 bis of the Articles of
Association of the Company, i.e. a number of shares or voting rights
representing 2% or more (or any further multiple thereof) of the total
number of shares or voting rights of the Company, respectively (see
Section 7.6.8), and in accordance with Article L. 233-7 of the French
Commercial Code, any individual or entity acting on his, or its, own or in
concert who comes to acquire a percentage of the share capital or
voting rights of the share capital of the Company which is equal to or
greater than 5%, 10%, 15%, 20%, 25%, 30%, 33.3%, 50%, 66.6%, 90% or
95% is required to notify the Company and the AMF at the latest before
the closing of the fourth trading day following the crossing of such
threshold, of the total number of shares or voting rights he, or it, holds.
Notification must also be given, within the same timeframe, when the
number of shares or voting rights falls below one of these thresholds.
Failing this, the voting rights attached to all shares exceeding the
threshold that have not been disclosed are suspended in the
shareholders’ meetings until such time as the situation has been
regularised and for a period of 2 years after the date of due notification.
Under the same conditions, the voting rights attached to such shares
exceeding the threshold that ought to have been declared may not be
exercised or transferred by the defaulting shareholder (Article
L. 233-14 Paragraphs 1 and 2 of the French Commercial Code).
A standard notification form notifying the crossing of legal thresholds is
available on the AMF website.
As at February 28, 2025, based on the legal and statutory threshold crossings disclosed to the Company and/or the AMF by the shareholders, the
positions received since January 1, 2024, are the following:
Shareholder
Date of crossing Date of notification Crossing
Number of shares
% of share
capital
(1)
Number of voting
rights
% of voting
rights
(1)
Resolution Capital Limited
29/01/2024 31/01/2024 Increase
2,970,237 2.00 2,970,237 2.00
Amundi
19/02/2024 19/02/2024 Increase
2,793,928 2.00 2,793,928 2.00
Citigroup Inc.
08/03/2024 11/03/2024 Decrease
756,004 0.54 756,004 0.54
Amundi
08/04/2024 08/04/2024 Decrease
2,740,258 1.97 2,740,258 1.97
Rock Investment
22/04/2024 24/04/2024 Increase
29,070,300
(2)
20.91 29,070,300
(2)
20.91
Amundi
22/05/2024 22/05/2024 Increase
2,831,704 2.03 2,831,704 2.03
Société Générale
27/08/2024 02/09/2024 Increase
19,089,798
(3)
13.70 19,089,798 13.70
Société Générale
02/09/2024 03/09/2024 Decrease
14,297,595
(4)
10.26 14,297,595 10.26
Xavier Niel through Rock
Investment
(5)
10/10/2024 16/10/2024 Decrease
0 0 0 0
Niel Family Group through Rock
Investment
(5)
10/10/2024 16/10/2024 Increase
21,666,482
(6)
15.55 21,666,482
(6)
15.55
CPPIBE
09/12/2024 12/12/2024 Increase
3,254,000
(7)
2.28 3,254,000
(7)
2.28
CPPIBE
12/12/2024 12/12/2024 Decrease
0 0 0 0
Société Générale 18/02/2025 24/02/2025 Decrease 14,121,715 9.90 14,121,715 9.90
Société Générale
20/02/2025 24/02/2025 Increase 15,931,926 11.17 15,931,926 11.17
(1) Percentage of share capital and voting rights (theoretical) as of the respective date of each threshold crossing declaration.
(2) Excluding financial instruments leading to the holding by assimilation of 11,290,594 shares and voting rights, representing 8.12% of share capital and voting rights.
(3) Representing 4,904,533 shares held directly and 14,185,265 shares held by assimilation.
(4) Representing 4,918,798 shares held directly and 9,378,797 shares held by assimilation.
(5) These threshold crossings result from the donation, by Mr Xavier Niel, of almost all the shares of NJJ Holding to his children. The Niel Family Group acts in concert with the
companies NJJ Holding and Rock Investment that it controls.
(6) Excluding financial instruments leading to the holding by assimilation of 13,887,996 shares and voting rights, representing 9.96% of share capital and voting rights.
(7) Excluding the shares held by its parent company, Canada Pension Plan Investment Board, representing 0.01% of the capital and voting rights.
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7.4.3 Shareholders holding a number of shares or voting rights representing 5%
or more of the total number of shares or voting rights
In accordance with the declarations of crossing of thresholds, the shareholders holding a number of shares or voting rights representing 5% or more of
the total number of shares or voting rights of the Company (including financial instruments) are the following:
Shareholder
Number of shares
and derivatives
including the URW
Stapled Shares as
underlying
% of share capital
including the
URW Stapled
Shares as
underlying
Number of voting
rights including the
URW Stapled
Shares as
underlying
% of voting rights
including the
URW Stapled
Shares as
underlying
Rock Investment
(1)
35,554,478 25.51 NC NC
Société Générale 15,931,926 11.17 15,931,926 11.17
BlackRock Inc.
11,022,788 7.73 11,022,788 7.73
(1) Includes 21,666,482 shares actually held (i.e. 15.55% of the share capital and voting rights) and 13,887,996 shares held by assimilation (i.e. 9.96% of the share capital and
voting rights) as at October 16, 2024. See the Declaration dated October 16, 2024 as referred in Section 7.4.2.
7.4.4 Shareholders’ agreement
To the best of the Company’s knowledge, there is no shareholders’ agreement, nor any person or group of persons exercising or capable of exercising
control over the Company.
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7.
7.5 Financial authorisations
Pursuant to Article L. 225-37-4 of the French Commercial Code as referenced in Article L. 255-68, the following table summarises the use, between
January 1, 2024, and December 31, 2024, of the authorisations currently in force granted by the General Meeting to increase the share capital.
Type of authorisation
(1)
Date of General
Meeting and
resolution
Authorisation
expiry date Amount Beneficiaries Issue terms and conditions
Amounts
used
(4)
Outstanding
authorisation as
at December 31,
2024
Increase in the share
capital by the issue of
ordinary shares to be
subscribed in cash, or
of any negotiable
securities with PSR
(3)
11/05/2023
resolution no. 25
(period of validity:
26 months)
11/07/2025 €100,000,000
(nominal value) in
ordinary shares and/or
securities giving access
to the share capital
+€2,000,000,000
(nominal value) in debt
instruments
(2)
)
Shareholders Authorisation to the MB
to determine the
amount and conditions
0 Entire
authorisation
Increase in the share
capital by the issue of
ordinary shares to be
subscribed in cash, or
of any negotiable
securities without PSR
(3)
via a public offer
11/05/2023
resolution no. 26
(period of validity:
26 months)
11/07/2025 €68,000,000 (nominal
value) in ordinary
shares and/or
securities giving access
to the share capital
+€2,000,000,000
(nominal value) in debt
instruments
(2)
Shareholders
and/or third
parties
Authorisation to the MB
to determine the
amount and conditions;
cancellation of the
PSR
(3)
0 Entire
authorisation
Increase of the number
of shares or securities
to be issued in the case
of an increase in the
share capital with or
without PSR
(3)
11/05/2023
resolution no. 27
(period of
validity:26 months)
11/07/2025 Maximum threshold of
15% for the first issue
and within the global
limit determined in
respect of the initial
issue of debt
instruments
(2)
Subscribers to
the issue
Authorisation to the MB
to increase the number
of shares and/or
negotiable securities
giving access to the
share capital to be
issued at the same
terms and conditions as
the initial issue
0 Entire
authorisation
(1) For more details, please refer to the resolutions themselves.
(2) Up to: the maximum aggregate nominal amount of the capital increases is set at €150 Mn; the maximum aggregate nominal amount of debt securities is set at €2 Bn.
(3) Pre-emptive subscription rights.
(4) Number of shares, PS or SO issued/subscribed for or granted.
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Type of authorisation
(1)
Date of General
Meeting and
resolution
Authorisation
expiry date Amount Beneficiaries Issue terms and conditions
Amounts
used
(4)
Outstanding
authorisation as at
December 31, 2024
Increase in the share
capital without PSR
(3)
by
the issue of ordinary
shares to be subscribed
in cash, or of any
negotiable securities as
consideration for
contributions in kind
11/05/2023
resolution no. 28
(period of
validity:26 months)
11/07/2025 Maximum
threshold of
contributions in the
form of securities:
10% of the
authorised share
capital as at the
issuance
(2)
Subscribers to the
issue
Authorisation to the MB
to determine the
amount and conditions
including the power to
cancel PSR
(3)
3,254,000 7.7%
Increase in the share
capital reserved for
participants of
Companies Savings
Plans without PSR
(3)
11/05/2023
resolution no. 29
(period of
validity:18 months)
11/11/2024 Maximum nominal
value of
€2,000,000
Participants in the
Company Savings
Plan
Authorisation to the MB
to determine the terms
average share price over
previous 20 trading
days and discount
within legal limits
108,496 Superseded by
authorisation
approved by the
General Meeting of
April 30, 2024
30/04/2024
resolution no. 26
(period of
validity:18 months)
11/11/2025 0 Entire
authorisation
Increase in the share
capital reserved for
managers and
employees – SO plan
11/05/2022
resolution no. 22
(period of validity:
38 months)
11/07/2025 2% of the total
diluted capital over
the authorisation
validity period
Employees and
corporate officers
of the Group
Authorisation to the MB
to determine the terms
Performance and
presence conditions are
mandatory
No discount applied
508,866
(6)
1.08%
Increase in the share
capital reserved for
corporate officersand
employees –free
shares
(5)
(PS and RS)
11/05/2022
resolution no. 23
(period of validity:
38 months)
11/07/2025 1.8% of the total
diluted capital over
the authorisation
validity period
Employees and
corporate officers
of the Group
Authorisation to the MB
to determine the terms
Performance and/or
presence conditions are
mandatory
508,866
(7)
1.04%
(1) For more details, please refer to the resolutions themselves.
(2) Up to: the maximum aggregate nominal amount of the capital increases is set at €150 Mn; the maximum aggregate nominal amount of debt securities is set at €2 Bn.
(3) Pre-emptive subscription rights.
(4) Number of shares, PS or SO issued/subscribed for or granted.
(5) The General Meeting of May 11, 2022, authorises the MB to grant PS and RS (not subject to performance conditions).
(6) Representing 521,758 SO after adjustment.
(7) Representing 521,758 PS after adjustment.
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7.
7.6 Articles of Association of the
Company and Charters
The main statutory provisions are given hereafter. Furthermore, the MB,
the SB, the Audit Committee and the Governance, Nomination and
Remuneration Committee each have their own Charter. The Articles of
Association and the Charters of these Committees are available on the
Company’s website (www.urw.com) and at its registered office.
As of the date of the filing of this Universal Registration Document, the
Articles of Association were last updated on March 10, 2025.
7.6.1 Corporate object (Article 2 of the
Articles of Association)
The Company’s corporate object in France and abroad is:
• Investment through the acquisition, development, construction,
ownership of land, buildings, property assets and rights, and the
fitting out of property complexes, with a view to renting them out;
• The management, rental, leasing, divestment or exchange of the
above assets, either directly, or through taking investments or
interest ownerships, or by creating partnerships, companies or
consortia;
• More generally, any financial, securities or property transactions
directly or indirectly connected with the foregoing object or likely to
facilitate its achievement; and
• Acquiring, owning, divesting investments in any French or foreign
legal entities with an activity directly or indirectly linked to the
corporate object of the Company or which would favour its
development.
7.6.2 Stapled share principle (Article 6 of
the Articles of Association)
A Stapled Share comprises a share of the Company and a
Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield N.V. class A share (“Unibail-Rodamco-
Westfield N.V. class A share”).
The Company, Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield N.V. and all the controlled
entities appearing in the consolidated financial statements of the
Company and/or of Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield N.V. constitute the
“Stapled Group”.
In order to achieve a situation where holders of the Company’s shares –
other than any entity of the Stapled Group – hold an interest in both the
Company and in Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield N.V., as if they held an
interest in a single (combined) company:
• None of the shares of the Company can be (i) issued to, or subscribed
for by, others than any entity of the Stapled Group, (ii) transferred to
or, subject to applicable law, pledged or otherwise encumbered by
others than any entity of the Stapled Group, or (iii) released from any
encumbrance by others than any entity of the Stapled Group, in each
case except together with a Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield N.V. class A
share, in the form of a Stapled Share;
• No right to subscribe for 1 or more Company shares can be (i) granted
to or exercised by others than any entity of the Stapled Group, (ii)
terminated by others than any entity of the Stapled Group, (iii)
transferred to or, subject to applicable law, pledged or otherwise
encumbered by others than any entity of the Stapled Group, or (iv)
released from any encumbrance by others than any entity of the
Stapled Group, in each case except together with a corresponding
right to subscribe for an equal number of Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield
N.V. class A shares in the form of an equal number of Stapled Shares;
• All shareholders, other than any entity of the Stapled Group, must
refrain from (i) acquiring any Company shares, (ii) acquiring,
exercising or terminating any right to subscribe for 1 or more
Company shares, or (iii) creating or acquiring a usufruct, pledge or
other encumbrance over any Company share or any right to subscribe
for 1 or more Company shares, in each case except (if it concerns a
Company share) together with a Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield N.V.
class A share, respectively, in the form of a Stapled Share or (if it
concerns a right to subscribe for 1 or more Company shares) together
with a corresponding right to subscribe for an equal number of
Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield N.V. class A shares in the form of an
equal number of Stapled Shares; and
• Subject to applicable law, the MB and the SB shall take all necessary
actions to ensure that, at all times, the number of Company shares
issued and held by others than any entity of the Stapled Group is
equal to the number of Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield N.V. class A
shares issued and held by others than any entity of the Stapled Group.
The Stapled Share Principle can only be terminated by virtue of a
resolution passed by the Extraordinary General Meeting of the
Company to amend the Articles of Association. A resolution by the
Extraordinary General Meeting of the Company deciding such an
amendment shall only become effective after the Management Board
has confirmed that the Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield N.V. general
meeting has passed a resolution to terminate the Stapled Share
Principle as included in the Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield N.V.’s Articles
of Association.
7.6.3 SIIC regime
Since 2003, the Company and its eligible subsidiaries opted for and
became subject to the tax regime applicable to Listed Property
Investment Companies (Société d’Investissement Immobilier Cotée,
“SIIC”) introduced by the 2003 French Finance Act (Article 208 C of the
French General Tax Code). This regime is based on the principle of fiscal
transparency: in relation to rental activities and gains from divestments,
income tax is borne at shareholder level and not at the level of
theCompany
(1)
.
7.6.4 Statutory obligations pertaining to
changes in the Company’s share
capital and categories of share
rights
None.
(1) For more details, please refer to note 8 of Section 5.2.
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7.6.5 Corporate governance structure
(Articles 10 to 16 of the Articles
of Association)
The Company is managed by a Management Board (“MB”) and a
Supervisory Board (“SB”).
Details of the composition and the functioning of the MB and the SB are
set out in Section 2.2.
7.6.5.1 The Management Board (Articles 10
to 12 of the Articles of Association
and Charter of the Management
Board)
The MB is the collegial decision-making body of Unibail-Rodamco-
Westfield SE. It is composed of a maximum of 7 members appointed for
a 4-year term by the SB, which elects one of them as Chair. The MB
consisted of 5 members as at December 31, 2024.
With respect to third parties, the MB is granted the widest possible
powers to act in all circumstances in the name of the Company, subject
to those expressly attributed by law to the SB and to general meetings
of shareholders and within the limits of the corporate purpose and those
that require prior authorisation from the SB (see Section 7.6.5.2).
Summary of the Charter of the MB
Upon a proposal by the Chairman of the MB and with the authorisation
of the SB, the MB members may share the management tasks.
The Chairman of the MB has overall competence except for those
duties expressly assigned to another member of the MB.
The responsibilities and functions of the members of the MB other
than the Chief Executive Officer ("CEO") are as follows:
• The Chief Financial Officer ("CFO") is responsible for tax matters,
for the optimisation of the cost of capital, and investor relations.
As such, he is in charge of the overall financial function within the
Group (accounting, financial control, consolidation, (re)financing,
tax, the budget and 5-year plan, coordination of asset valuations
and investor relations);
• The Chief Resources and Sustainability Officer ("CRSO") is in
charge of Human Resources, Information Technology,
Organisation and Corporate Social Responsibility functions, within
the Group;
• The Chief Strategy and Investment Officer ("CSIO") is, with the
CEO, responsible for structuring, developing and executing the
Group strategy and for the investment/divestment process and
defining the co-ownership and co-investment strategy, and
coordinating corporate development (mergers and acquisitions,
strategic alliances and joint venture developments). He is
responsible for challenging the business strategy, in particular:
asset and development strategy, major restructurings,
extensions or refurbishments. Starting from May 1, 2025, he will
also serve as Chief Operating Officer for Europe and will oversee
the Regional Chief Operating Officers in continental Europe and in
the United Kingdom; and
• The Chief Customer and Retail Officer ("CCRO") is responsible for
integrating all aspects of the customer experience, evolving the
offer and accelerating the growth trajectory of the emerging media
and digital capabilities, and leads Marketing, Westfield Rise, Digital
& Data, International Leasing, Strategic Partnerships, Concept
Studio and the SCM and PMPS Centres of Excellence.
7.6.5.2 The Supervisory Board (Articles 13
to 16 of the Articles of Association
and Charter of the Supervisory
Board)
The SB exercises permanent oversight and control over the MB and the
general affairs of the Company as provided by law, the Articles of
Association and its Charter. The SB has 8 to 14 members appointed for a
term of 3 years.
Retention of an SB member is subject to the condition that he/she is not
over the age of 75. If an SB member reaches this age limit while in office,
they will be considered as having resigned at the next Ordinary General
Meeting, which will be held after the end of the year during which they
reached the age of 75. During this general meeting, the shareholders
may appoint his/her successor.
The number of SB members having exceeded the age of 70 cannot be
greater than one-third of the SB members.
The SB elects a Chairman and a Vice-Chairman from among its
members who are tasked with convening the Board and directing the
discussions. The SB Chairman’s and Vice-Chairman’s terms may not
exceed their terms as SB members.
The SB meets as often as the interest of the Company so requires.
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Limitations on the powers of the Management Board by the Supervisory Board (Article 11 of the Articles
of Association and Charter of the Supervisory Board)
Pursuant to Article 11.5 of the Company’s Articles of Association and the SB Charter, the SB’s prior approval must be obtained for certain MB
decisions and operations, in particular:
Excerpts and summaries of certain provisions
of the Charter of the SB
• Any acquisition (including the acquisition of real estate and of
all or part of shareholdings), except for any commitment
between Group entities, directly or through legal entities,
exceeding €2,5 Mn (consolidated figure) for any commitment
not in accordance with the Group's acquisition strategy. The
threshold is raised to €25 Mn (consolidated figure) for any
commitment in accordance with the Group's acquisition policy;
• Any capital expenditure commitment for internal development :
(i) for development capex identified in the budget: (a) exceeding
€100 Mn (consolidated figure) or (b) representing an additional
commitment exceeding €10 Mn (consolidated figure) and (ii) for
maintenance and leasing capex, any commitment exceeding
the capex envelope identified in the budget relating to an
aggregate amount greater than €10 Mn (consolidated figure);
• Asset disposals (including disposals of real estate and of all or
part of shareholdings), except for any commitment between
Group entities, directly or through legal entities, (i) for
commitments relating to assets identified as transferable:
exceeding €150 Mn (consolidated figure) or involving a
depreciation of the book value of the asset greater than 10% or
€10 Mn and (ii) for commitments relating to assets not
identified as transferable, exceeding €25 Mn (consolidated
figure);
• Indebtedness or the creation of guarantees in excess of
€500Mn (consolidated figure), threshold raised to €1 Bn for
corporate financial debt refinancing purposes;
• Outsourcing asset management and retail management
activities or responsibilities to third parties representing more
than 25% of the total value of the Company’s participations and
investments;
• Transfers of all or part of the Company’s business to third
parties;
• Any significant changes in the Group’s governance and/or
organisation, the allocation of responsibilities within the MB,
the approval of changes to the Charter of the MB, the relocation
of the Group’s corporate functions and any action affecting the
Company’s entitlement to the tax regime applicable to Listed
Property Investment Company (SIIC) tax treatment or any other
real estate tax-exempt status in a foreign country;
• Any overall Remuneration Policy within the Group and any
remuneration of the MB members;
• Any shareholdings or interests in other companies or
businesses and any disposals of or changes to such a
shareholding or interest (including any changes to the
shareholding of the Company in Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield
N.V.);
• Any off-balance sheet commitments by the Company
exceeding €25 Mn (consolidated figure);
• All proposals to the general meeting to amend the Articles of
Association of the Company;
• Any proposal to (re)appoint or dismiss the Statutory Auditors
and Substainability Auditors of the Company or of one of its
main subsidiaries and any review of their fees;
• Any proposal to the general meeting to delegate power for the
issue or redemption of Company shares, in line with the Stapled
Share Principle;
• Any alterations to the Company’s dividend allocation policy and
proposals by the MB in the distribution of interim or full
dividends;
• Any shareholdings or interests in, or contracts with, other
companies or activities under which the Company or activity
would obtain the right to appoint members of the SB;
• Any decisions to submit applications for a moratorium of file
petitions for the bankruptcy of the Company or any of the
Groups;
• Any proposal to dissolve or wind up the Company or one of its
main subsidiaries;
• Any signing of an agreement involving or likely to involve a
conflict of interest between a member of the MB or the SB on
the one hand and the Company on the other hand in the
meaning of Articles L. 225-86 and seq. of the French
Commercial Code;
• Any alteration to the insider trading rules in force within the
Company;
• Approval of the Group’s strategy and its annual budget, as
submitted to the SB for approval when submitting the financial
statements for the ended financial year; and
• In accordance with Article L. 229-7 of the French Commercial
Code, the rules stated in Articles L. 225-86 to L. 225-90 of the
Code, regarding regulated agreements subject to the prior
authorisation of the SB, with the exception of agreements on
current transactions and signed under normal conditions, are
applicable to the Company.
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The specialised committees of the Supervisory Board
2 specialised committees are responsible for assisting the SB to carry
out its duties: the Audit Committee and the Governance, Nomination
and Remuneration Committee. All SB members participate in one of
these committees. The committees function under separate Charters.
Details of the composition, missions and diligences of the committees
are set out in Section 2.2.3.
7.6.6 General meetings (Articles 18 and 19
of the Articles of Association)
The general meetings of shareholders are convened and conducted
pursuant to French law and European regulations. All shareholders,
evidencing the ownership of their shares, have the right to participate,
either in person or through a representative, provided that they have
been shareholders for at least 2 business days prior to the date of the
general meeting.
The terms and conditions of participation in general meetings are set
out in Article 18 of the Company’s Articles of Association.
There is 1 voting right per share. There are currently neither preference
shares nor shares with double voting rights.
7.6.7 Requirements pertaining to the
distribution of profits (Article 21 of
the Articles of Association)
The distributable profit in any given year is equal to the sum of the net
profit and any retained earnings, less any prior year losses and amounts
transferred to reserves. In addition to the distributable profits, the
general meeting of shareholders may expressly resolve to distribute
sums from other distributable reserves and/or contribution premiums.
Pursuant to the SIIC regime, the payment of a dividend may give rise to
the imposition of a withholding tax (currently at a rate of 20%) on the
Company pursuant to Article 208-C-II-ter of the French General Tax
Code calculated on the basis of the total dividend paid to any
shareholders holding (directly or indirectly) 10% or more of the share
capital (“Shareholder Concerned”
(1)
), if the Shareholder Concerned, as a
legal person who is a non-French tax resident, is not subject to a tax
equivalent to the French corporate income tax to be paid by French
companies on SIIC dividends distributed by the Company (the
“Shareholder Subject to Withholding Tax”). Any Shareholder Concerned
is deemed to be a Shareholder Subject to Withholding Tax unless it
provides the Company with a satisfactory and unreserved legal opinion
certifying that it is not a Shareholder Subject to Withholding Tax. If this
is not possible and in compliance with Article 21 of the Articles of
Association, this tax will be borne by the Shareholder Subject to
Withholding Tax. The withholding amount is either offset against its
dividend or reimbursed a posteriori.
7.6.8 Statutory shareholder threshold and
obligation to register shares
(Articles 9 and 9 bis of the Articles of
Association)
In addition to the thresholds provided by French law
(2)
, under Article 9
bis of the Articles of Association of Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield SE, any
shareholder that comes to hold, alone or in concert with other
shareholders, a number of shares equal to or greater than 2% of the
total number of shares in issue or of the voting rights, or any further
multiple thereof, must, no later than 10 stock exchange days after
exceeding each of the holding thresholds, advise the Company in writing
of the total number of shares or voting rights held, sent by registered
letter with proof of receipt requested to the registered office of the
Company. Notification must also be given when the number of shares or
voting rights falls below one of these thresholds under the same
conditions and within the same time limit.
Moreover, pursuant to Article 9 of the Company’s Articles of
Association, a Shareholder Concerned
(1)
must register the totality of its
shares (owned directly or via an entity it controls pursuant to
ArticleL.233-3 of the French Commercial Code) and provide evidence
to the Company by registered letter with proof of receipt within 5 stock
exchange days of reaching such threshold. A Shareholder Concerned
that fails to comply with the above requirements may lose the right to
participate in and/or vote at general meetings of the Company in
accordance with the provisions of Article 9 Paragraph 4 of the Articles
of Association.
Pursuant to the provisions of Article 9 bis of the Company’s Articles of
Association, the Shareholder Concerned shall declare under its own
responsibility whether it has to be considered as a Shareholder Subject
to Withholding Tax (Actionnaire à Prélèvement) under Article 208-C-II
of the French Tax Code, which is the case when the Shareholder
Concerned (i) is not resident in France for taxation purposes, and (ii) is
not subject, in its country of residence, to a tax equal to at least two-
thirds of the level of taxation applicable in France. Any Shareholder
Concerned declaring it should not to be considered as a Shareholder
Subject to Withholding Tax shall provide the Company with a
satisfactory and unreserved legal opinion certifying that it is not a
Shareholder Subject to Withholding Tax. Any change in the Shareholder
Concerned’s position should be notified to the Company within
10trading days prior to the payment of any distribution.
(1) A “Shareholder Concerned” is any shareholder, other than a natural person, that owns, directly or through entities acting as intermediaries that it controls within the meaning
of Article L. 233-3 of the French Commercial Code, at least the percentage of rights to a dividend specified in Article 208 C-II-ter (10%) of the French General Tax Code.
(2) For more details, please refer to Section 7.4.2.
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Any shares exceeding the threshold that have not been disclosed in
accordance with the requirements specified under the first and third
paragraphs above shall be disqualified for voting purposes at all general
meetings held for a period of 2 years after the date of the notice
confirming the requisite disclosure has finally been made, (i) if the
failure to disclose has been duly noted and (ii) if requested by 1 or more
shareholders holding at least 2% of the Company’s share capital in
accordance with the terms of the law (unless the voting rights have
already been stripped pursuant to Article 9 Paragraph 5 of the Articles
of Association).
Similarly, the voting rights attached to any shares that have not been
disclosed in accordance with these requirements may not be exercised
or delegated by the holder either in person or by proxy.
Declarations are to be sent to the Investor Relations department:
individual.investor@urw.com.
7.7 Investment by the
Company outside the
Unibail‑Rodamco‑Westfield
Group
In accordance with Article L. 233-6 of the French Commercial Code, the
Company has acquired, on December 30, 2024, 100% of the share
capital and voting rights of ASTAVAL 87, a simplified joint-stock
company whose registered office is located at 7 place du Chancelier
Adenauer, 75016 Paris, registered with the Paris Trade and Companies
Register under number 341 298 578.
The Company has not made any other significant investment in a
company with its registered office in France during the financial year
ending December 31, 2024.
7.8 Elements likely to have an
impact in the event of a
takeover bid
The Stapled Share Principle, which is part of the Articles of Association
of the Company (for more details, please refer to Section 7.6.2) contains
restrictions on transfers of Company shares.
Any holder of Stapled Shares will hold both Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield
SE shares and class A Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield N.V. shares.
Consequently, any holder of Stapled Shares must comply with both the
French public offer rules and the Dutch public offer rules. Due to
Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield SE’s shareholding in Unibail-Rodamco-
Westfield N.V., 1 Stapled Share does not represent the same percentage
of voting rights in Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield SE as it does in
Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield N.V. As a result, a holder of Stapled Shares
may cross the 30% threshold for a mandatory public offer for all
outstanding Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield SE shares without being
subject to a statutory requirement to make a mandatory offer for all
outstanding Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield N.V. shares at the same time.
However, due to the Stapled Share Principle, an offer or that is not an
entity of the Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield Group can only acquire
Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield SE shares in the form of Stapled Shares,
which could result in a requirement for the offer or to launch a parallel
public offer for all outstanding Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield N.V. shares.
In addition, all information pursuant to Article L. 22-10-11 of the French
Commercial Code that is likely to have an effect in the event of a
takeover bid is included in the corporate governance report
(cf. Section 8.6.4).
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INFORMATION
8.1 Statement of the persons responsible for the
Universal Registration Document
539
8.2 Statutory Auditors 540
8.3 Historical information on financial years 2022
and 2023
540
8.3.1 For 2022 financial year 540
8.3.2 For 2023 financial year 540
8.4 Documents available to the public 540
8.5 Glossary 541
8.6 Cross-reference tables 543
8.6.1 Concordance table of the Universal Registration
Document
543
8.6.2 Cross-reference table of the financial report 546
8.6.3 Cross-reference table of the management report
(including the Group Management report and the
Sustainability report)
546
8.6.4 Cross-reference table of the corporate governance
report
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8.1 Statement of the persons responsible for the Universal Registration
Document
We confirm that the information contained in this Universal Registration
Document gives, to the best of our knowledge, an accurate and fair view
of the Company and the information contained within is free from any
material misstatement.
We confirm that, to the best of our knowledge, the financial statements
and consolidated financial statements have been prepared in
accordance with the applicable accounting standards, and give an
accurate and fair view of the assets and liabilities, financial position, and
profits or losses of the Company and of the entities taken as a whole
included in the scope of consolidation and that the enclosed group
management report presents a fair view of the development and
performance of the business, the results and of the financial situation of
the Company and of the entities taken as a whole included in the scope
of consolidation, as well as a description of the main risks and
uncertainties to which they are exposed, and that it has been prepared in
accordance with the applicable sustainability reporting standards.
Paris, March 21, 2025
Jean-Marie Tritant
Chairman of the Management Board
Fabrice Mouchel
Member of the Management Board
Chief Financial Officer
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8.2 Statutory Auditors
The Statutory Auditors of the Company are the following:
KPMG S.A.
Mr Régis Chemouny
Tour Eqho – 2 avenue Gambetta Paris La Défense
92400 Courbevoie Cedex
Commencement date of the first term of office:
General Meeting of May 11, 2023
Deloitte & Associés
Mr Emmanuel Gadret & Mr Sylvain Durafour
6, Place de la Pyramide
92908 Paris La Défense Cedex
Commencement date of the first term of office
(1)
:
General Meeting of April 27, 2011
The term of office of KPMG S.A. and Deloitte & Associés will expire at the 2029 General Meeting held to approve the financial statements for the year
ended December 31, 2028.
8.3 Historical information on financial years 2022 and 2023
Pursuant to Article 19 of Regulation (EU) 2017/1129 of the European Parliament and of the Council of June 14, 2017, the following information is
incorporated by reference in this 2024 Universal Registration Document:
8.3.1 For 2022 financial year
The 2022 Universal Registration Document was filed with the French
Financial Markets Authority (Autorité des Marchés Financiers, “AMF”)
on March 27, 2023, under number D. 23-0157.
The financial information, the consolidated financial statements for the
year 2022 and the Statutory Auditors’ report on these financial
statements appear respectively in Chapter 4 (on pages 237 to 299) and
Chapter 5 (on pages 301 to 429).
Information not included in this Universal Registration Document are
either not applicable to the investor or are covered in another section of
this Universal Registration Document.
8.3.2 For 2023 financial year
The 2023 Universal Registration Document was filed with the AMF on
March 19, 2024, under number D. 24-0143.
The financial information, the consolidated financial statements for the
year 2023 and the Statutory Auditors’ report on these financial
statements appear respectively in Chapter 4 (on pages 271 to 335) and
Chapter 5 (on pages 337 to 427).
Information not included in this Universal Registration Document are
either not applicable to the investor or are covered in another section of
this Universal Registration Document.
8.4 Documents available to the public
The following documents are available on the website at www.urw.com:
• The Universal Registration Documents in the form of annual reports,
as well as their updates, which are filed with the AMF; and
• The financial press releases of the Group.
Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield SE’s Articles of Association, statutory and
consolidated financial statements may be consulted at the
headquarters of the Company, 7, Place du Chancelier Adenauer, 75016
Paris, on the website www.urw.com or obtained upon request from the
Company.
(1) Deloitte & Associés succeeded Deloitte Marque & Gendrot, which was appointed on April 28, 2005.
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8.5 Glossary
Average cost of debt: recurring financial expenses (excluding the
ones on financial leases and the ones related to partners’ current
accounts) + capitalised financial expenses (excluding non-recurring
financial expenses such as mark-to-market and termination costs of
financial instruments including bonds repurchased, currency impact)/
average net debt over the period.
Average revenue per visit: revenue generated by Westfield Rise
divided by the footfall of the same period.
Buyer’s Net Initial Yield: annualised contracted rent (including
indexation) and other incomes for the next 12 months, net of operating
expenses, divided by the Total Acquisition Cost.
CAM: Common Area Maintenance.
Committed projects: projects for which URW owns the land or
building rights and has obtained all necessary administrative
authorisations and permits, approvals of JV partners (if applicable),
approvals of URW’s internal governing bodies to start superstructure
construction works and on which such works have started.
Controlled projects: projects in an advanced stage of studies, for
which URW controls the land or building rights, and all required
administrative authorisations have been filed or are expected to be filed
shortly. There can be no assurance these will become “Committed”
projects, as this will be subject to having obtained all required
administrative approvals, as well as those of JV partners (if applicable),
and of URW’s internal governing bodies to start superstructure works.
Debt Yield: ratio of the net operating income to the outstanding loan
amount, net of certain cash as defined in the relevant mortgage loan
documentation.
Discount Rate (“DR”): the Discount Rate is the rate used in a
Discounted Cash Flow model to calculate the present value of future
cash flows (positive or negative) that is to say converting such future
cash flows in today’s monetary value.
EBITDA: Recurring Net Operating result before depreciation and
impairment of assets.
EPRA Net Reinstatement Value (“NRV”): assumes that entities
never sell assets and aims to represent the value required to rebuild the
entity.
EPRA Net Tangible Assets (“NTA”): assumes that entities buy and
sell assets, thereby crystallising certain levels of unavoidable deferred
tax.
EPRA Net Disposal Value (“NDV”): represents the shareholder’s
value under a disposal scenario, where deferred tax, financial
instruments and other certain adjustments are calculated to the full
extent of their liability, net of any resulting tax.
EPRA Net Initial Yield (“NIY”): annualised rental income based on the
cash rents passing at the balance sheet date, less non-recoverable
property operating expenses, divided by the Gross Market Value of the
portfolio. For a reconciliation of URW’s NIY with the EPRA NIY
definitions, refer to the EPRA Performance Measures.
EPRA topped-up yield: EPRA Net Initial Yield adjusted in respect of
the expiration of rent-free periods (or other unexpired lease incentives
such as discounted rent periods and step rents).
EPRA vacancy rate: Estimated Rental Value (“ERV”) of vacant spaces
divided by ERV of total space (let + vacant).
Exit Cap Rate (“ECR”): the rate used to estimate the resale value of a
property at the end of the holding period. The expected Net Rental
Income (“NRI”) per year is divided by the ECR (expressed as a
percentage) to get the terminal value.
Flagships: assets of a certain size and/or with footfall in excess of
10million per year, substantial growth potential for the Group based on
their appeal to both retailers and visitors, iconic architecture or design
and a strong footprint in their area.
Financial statements under IFRS: the Group’s consolidated financial
statements are prepared in accordance with International Financial
Reporting Standards (“IFRS”) as applicable in the European Union as at
closing date.
Financial statements on a proportionate basis: they are prepared
based on the financial statements under IFRS, except for the joint-
controlled entities, which are consolidated on a proportionate basis,
instead of being accounted for using the equity method (as applicable
under IFRS). Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield believes that these financial
statements on a proportionate basis give to stakeholders a better
understanding of the underlying operations of URW and the joint-
controlled entities, as they represent a significant part of the Group’s
operations in the US and the UK.
Foreclosure: the action of a lender seeking to take the collateral on a
loan when loan payments are not made, leading to a transfer of the
asset and the extinction of the corresponding mortgage debt.
Funds From Operations (“FFO”): on an annualised basis, the
recurring EBITDA minus (i) recurring net financial expenses and (ii) tax
on recurring operating result.
Group Share: the part that is attributable to the Group after deduction
of the parts attributable to the minority interests.
Interest Cover Ratio (“ICR”): Recurring EBITDA/Recurring Net
Financial Expenses (including capitalised interest). Recurring EBITDA is
calculated as total recurring operating results and other income minus
general expenses, excluding depreciation and amortisation.
Like-for-like Net Rental Income (“Lfl NRI”): Net Rental Income
excluding acquisitions, divestments, transfers to and from pipeline
(extensions, brownfields or redevelopment of an asset when operations
are stopped to enable works), all other changes resulting in any change
to the square metres and currency exchange rate differences in the
periods analysed.
Loan-to-Value (“LTV”): net financial debt, excluding current accounts
with non-controlling interests/total assets (whether under IFRS or on a
proportionate basis), including or excluding transfer taxes and
excluding goodwill not justified by fee business.
Minimum Guaranteed Rent uplift (“MGR uplift”): difference
between new MGR and indexed old MGR. Indicator calculated on
renewals and relettings only.
Net Disposal Price (“NDP”): Total Acquisition Cost incurred by the
acquirer minus all transfer taxes and transaction costs.
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Net Initial Yield (“NIY”): annualised contracted rent (including
indexation) and other incomes for the next 12 months, net of operating
expenses, divided by the asset value net of estimated transfer taxes and
transaction costs. Shopping centres under development or not
controlled by URW, the Westfield trademark and the airport activities
are not included in the calculation of NIY.
Net Initial Yield on occupied space: annualised contracted rent
(including latest indexation) and other incomes for the next 12 months,
net of operating expenses, divided by the value of occupied space net of
estimated transfer taxes and transaction costs. Assets under
development are not included in this calculation.
Non-recurring activities: non-recurring activities include valuation
movements, disposals, mark-to-market and termination costs of
financial instruments, bond tender premiums, impairment of goodwill
or recognition of negative goodwill, amortisation of fair value of assets
and liabilities recorded for the purpose of purchase price allocation, as
well as costs directly incurred during a business combination and other
non-recurring items.
Occupancy Cost Ratio (“OCR”): (rental charges + service charges
including marketing costs for tenants, all including VAT)/(tenants’
sales, including VAT). Primark sales are estimates.
Potential Yield: annualised contracted rent (including indexation) and
other incomes for the next 12 months, net of operating expenses + the
ERV of vacant space, divided by the asset value net of estimated
transfer taxes and transaction costs. Shopping centres under
development or not controlled by URW, the Westfield trademark and
the airport activities are not included in the calculation of Potential
Yield.
Replacement capital expenditure (“Replacement Capex”):
Replacement Capex relates to works either on equipment or the
structure of a standing asset. The primary purpose of Replacement
Capex is to ensure that the asset is in good working order and/or to
make minor improvements. These investments can be triggered by
obsolescence, maintaining technical performance at market levels or
compliance with regulatory requirements. These amounts do not
include Replacement Capex spent as part of the TIC of extension and/or
renovation projects on which the Group’s standard Return On
Investment (ROI) is expected.
Rotation rate: (number of re-lettings and number of assignments and
renewals with new concepts)/number of stores. Short term leases are
excluded.
SBR: Sales Based Rent.
Secured debt ratio: Secured debt/Total assets.
SIIC: Société d’Investissement Immobilier Cotée (in France).
Tenant sales: performance in URW’s shopping centres (excluding The
Netherlands) in operation, including extensions of existing assets, but
excluding deliveries of new brownfield projects, acquisition of new
assets and assets under heavy refurbishment.
Total Acquisition Cost (“TAC”): the total amount a buyer shall pay to
acquire an asset or a company. TAC equals the price agreed between
the seller and the buyer plus all transfer taxes and transaction costs.
Total Investment Cost (“TIC”): Total Investment Cost equals the
sum of: (i) all capital expenditures from the start of the project to the
completion date and includes: land costs, construction costs, study
costs, design costs, technical fees, tenant fitting-out costs paid for by
the Group, letting fees and related costs, eviction costs and vacancy
costs for renovations or redevelopments of standing assets; and (ii)
opening marketing expenses. It excludes: (i) step rents and rent-free
periods; (ii) capitalised financial interests; (iii) overhead costs; (iv) early
or lost Net Rental Income; and (v) IFRS adjustments.
Unencumbered leverage ratio: Unencumbered assets/Unsecured
debt.
Valuation of occupied office space: valuation based on the
appraiser’s allocation of value between occupied and vacant spaces.
Viparis’ recurring Net Operating Income (“NOI”): “Net rental
income” and “On-site property services operating result” + “Recurring
contribution of affiliates” of Viparis venues.
Yield impact: the change in potential yields (to neutralise changes in
vacancy rates), taking into account key money.
Yield on cost: URW share of the expected stabilised Net Rental Income
divided by the URW Total Investment Cost increased by rent incentives
(step rents and rent-free periods), and for redevelopment project only,
the Gross Market Value of the standing asset at the launch of the
project.
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8.6 Cross-reference tables
8.6.1 Concordance table of the Universal Registration Document
This concordance table is based on the headings set out in Annexes I and II of Delegated Regulation (EU) 2019/980 of the Commission of March 14,
2019, and refers to the sections of this Universal Registration Document in which the relevant information can be found.
Information
Section of the Universal
Registration Document
1. PERSONS RESPONSIBLE, THIRD PARTY INFORMATION, EXPERTS’ REPORTS AND COMPETENT AUTHORITY APPROVAL
1.1. Persons responsible for the information given in the Universal Registration Document 8.1
1.2. Declaration of the persons responsible for the Universal Registration Document 8.1
1.3. Identification, qualification and potential conflicts of interest of persons acting as experts 1.6 – 1.7
1.4. Certification of Third Party Information n/a
1.5. Statement without prior approval of the competent authority page 1
2. STATUTORY AUDITORS
2.1. Identity of Statutory Auditors 8.2
2.2. Potential change 8.2
3. RISK FACTORS 6.2
4. INFORMATION ABOUT THE ISSUER
4.1. Corporate name and trade name 7.1.1
4.2. Place, registration number and Legal Entity Identifier 7.1.1
4.3. Date of incorporation and statutory length of life 7.1.1
4.4. Head office and legal form 7.1.1 – 7.1.2
5. BUSINESS OVERVIEW
5.1. Main activities 1.4, 4.1.1
5.1.1. Nature of operations 1.4, 4.1.1
5.1.2. New products and important services 4.1.3
5.2. Main markets 4.1.1.2 – 4.1.1.3
5.3. Important events 5.2 (note 1)
5.4. Strategy and objectives 1.3
5.5. Dependence of the issuer on patents, licences, contracts and manufacturing processes n/a
5.6. Competitive position statement n/a
5.7. Investments
5.7.1. Material investments 4.1.2
5.7.2. Main current or future investments that the issuer intends to make and for which its management bodies have already made
firm commitments and financing methods
4.1.3
5.7.3. Joint ventures and interests in which the issuer has an equity interest that may have a significant impact 5.2 (note 6)
5.7.4. Environmental issues that may affect the use of tangible fixed assets 3.2.2 – 6.2.2.3
6. ORGANISATIONAL STRUCTURE
6.1. Brief description of the Group 1.8 – 1.9
6.2. List of significant subsidiaries 5.2 (note 15)
7. FINANCIAL POSITION AND RESULTS REVIEW
7.1. Financial position 5.1
7.1.1. Changes in results and financial position including key performance indicators of a financial nature and, where appropriate, non-
financial nature
5.1.2 – 3.4.3
7.1.2. Forecasts for future development and research and development activities 4.1.3
7.2. Operating results 5.1.1 – 5.2 (note 4)
7.2.1. Significant factors, unusual, infrequent events or new developments 4.1.1
7.2.2. Reasons for significant changes in net sales or revenues 4.1.1
8.6 Cross-reference tables
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Section of the Universal
Registration Document
8. CAPITAL RESOURCES
8.1. Capital information 5.1.4
8.2. Cash flows 5.1.3
8.3. Funding needs and funding structure 4.1.5
8.4. Restrictions on the use of capital resources 3.3
8.5. Anticipated sources of funds 4.1.5.1
9. REGULATORY ENVIRONMENT
9.1. Description of the regulatory environment and any measures or factors of an administrative, economic, budgetary, monetary or
political nature
4.1.1.2
10. TRENDS INFORMATION
10.1. Description of major trends and any significant changes in the Group’s financial performance since the end of the last financial year 4.1.1 – 4.1.2, 5.2 (note 1)
10.2. Events likely to have a material impact on the outlook 4.1.1.7 – 4.1.1.9
11. PROFIT FORECASTS OR ESTIMATES
11.1. Published profit forecasts or estimates 4.1.1.9
11.2. Statement outlining key forecasting assumptions 4.1.1.9
11.3. Statement of comparability with historical financial information and compliance with accounting policies 5.2 (note 2)
12. ADMINISTRATIVE, MANAGEMENT AND SUPERVISORY BODIES
12.1. Information concerning Management Board and Supervisory Board members 2.2
12.2. Conflicts of interests 2.2.2.5
13. REMUNERATION AND BENEFITS
13.1. Remuneration paid and benefits in kind 2.3.2
13.2. Provisions for pensions and retirement benefits 5.2 (note 11)
14. BOARD PRACTICES/FUNCTIONING OF SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT BODIES
14.1. Expiry date of terms of office 2.2
14.2. Service contracts between members of the administrative, management or supervisory bodies and the issuer 2.2.2.5
14.3. Information on the Audit Committee and the Remuneration Committee 2.2.2.4
14.4. Statement of compliance with the corporate governance regime 2.1
14.5. Potential significant impacts on corporate governance n/a
15. EMPLOYEES
15.1. Number of employees 3.2.3.1.8
15.2. Profit sharing and stock options 2.3.4
15.3. Agreement for employees to subscribe to the share capital 5.2 (note 11)
16. MAJOR SHAREHOLDERS
16.1. Shareholders holding more than 5% of the share capital at the time of publication of the Universal Registration Document 7.4.3
16.2. Existence of different voting rights 7.6.4
16.3. Ownership or control of the issuer, directly or indirectly 7.4
16.4. Arrangements known to the issuer, the operation of which may result in a change of control n/a
17. RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS 5.2 (note 6.5)
18. FINANCIAL INFORMATION CONCERNING ASSETS AND LIABILITIES, FINANCIAL POSITION AND RESULTS
18.1. Historical financial information 8.3
18.1.1. Audited historical financial information covering the last 3 financial years and the audit report 5.1 – 5.6, 8.3
18.1.2. Change of accounting reference date n/a
18.1.3. Accounting standards 5.2 (note 2)
18.1.4. Change of accounting framework 5.2 (note 2)
18.1.5. Financial information under French accounting standards 5.3 – 5.4
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Information
Section of the Universal
Registration Document
18.1.6. Consolidated financial statements 5.1 – 5.2
18.1.7. Dates of the latest financial information 5.1 – 5.2
18.2. Interim and other financial information n/a
18.2.1. Quarterly or half-yearly financial information n/a
18.3. Audit of historical annual financial information
18.3.1. Independent audit of historical annual financial information 5.5 – 5.7
18.3.2. Other audited information 5.7
18.3.3. Sources of information not audited by the Statutory Auditors n/a
18.4. Pro forma financial information n/a
18.5. Dividend policy
18.5.1. Description of dividend distribution policy and any applicable restrictions 4.1.1.8 – 4.1.1.9
18.5.2. Amount of dividend per share 4.1.1.8
18.6. Governmental, legal and arbitration proceedings 5.2 (notes 9 – 13.3)
18.7. Significant change in financial position n/a
19. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
19.1. Share capital
19.1.1. Amount of issued capital, number of shares issued and fully paid up and nominal value per share and number of shares
authorised
7.2
19.1.2. Shares not representing capital n/a
19.1.3. Number, book value and nominal value of treasury shares 7.3.3
19.1.4. Information concerning securities giving access to share capital 7.2.2
19.1.5. Information on the conditions governing any acquisition rights and/or obligations attached to the subscribed but not paid-up
capital, or on any undertaking to increase the share capital
n/a
19.1.6. Information on the share capital of Group companies subject to option n/a
19.1.7. Historical information of share capital 7.2.3
19.2. Memorandum and Articles of Association
19.2.1. Register and corporate purpose 7.6
19.2.2. Rights, privileges and restrictions attached to each class of shares 7.6
19.2.3. Arrangement having the effect of delaying, deferring or preventing a change of control 7.6
20. MATERIAL CONTRACTS n/a
21. DOCUMENTS AVAILABLE 8.4
8.6 Cross-reference tables
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8.6.2 Cross-reference table of the financial report
The following concordance table allows the identification of the information that constitutes the annual financial report to be published by listed
companies in accordance with Articles L. 451-1-2 of the French Monetary and Financial Code and 222-3 of the AMF General Regulation.
Category of Article 222-3 of the AMF General Regulations
Section of the Universal
Registration Document
1. FINANCIAL STATEMENTS 5.3
2. CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS 5.1
3. MANAGEMENT REPORT 8.6.3
4. CORPORATE GOVERNANCE REPORT
see specific cross-
reference table
5. RESPONSIBLE PERSONS
5.1. Persons responsible for the information included in the annual financial report 8.1
5.2. Declaration of the persons responsible for the annual financial report 8.1
6. STATUTORY AUDITORS’ REPORTS ON THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
6.1. Statutory Auditors’ report on the statutory financial statements 5.6
6.2. Statutory Auditors’ report on the consolidated financial statements 5.5
7. CERTIFICATION REPORT ON SUSTAINABILITY INFORMATION 3.2
8.6.3 Cross-reference table of the management report (including the Group
Management report and the Sustainability report)
The following concordance table allows the identification of the information that constitutes the management report in accordance with Articles
L.225-100, L. 232-1, L. 22-10-35 and seq., and L. 232-6-3 of the French Commercial Code (unless otherwise indicated, the articles specified below
refer to the articles of the French Commercial Code).
Management report
Section of the Universal
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1. SITUATION AND BUSINESS OF THE GROUP
1.1. Situation of the Company during the past financial year and objective and exhaustive analysis
of the development of the business, results and financial situation of the Company and the
Group, in particular, its debt situation, in relation to the volume and complexity of the business
L. 232-1, II 1°and L. 233-26
4.1.1
1.2. Foreseeable evolution of the Company’s situation L. 232-1, II 1° and L. 233-26 4.1.1.9
1.3. Important events occurring between the end of the financial year and the date on which the
management report is drawn up
Articles L. 232-1, II. 1° and L. 233-26
4.1.1.7
1.4. Research and development activities Articles L. 232-1, II. 2° and L. 233-26 n/a
1.5. Existing branches Articles L. 232-1, II. 3° and L. 233-26 n/a
1.6. Key performance indicators of a financial nature Articles L. 232-1, II. 4° and L. 233-26 4.1.1
1.7. Key performance indicators of a non-financial nature relating to the specific activity of the
Company and the Group, in particular information relating to environmental and personnel
issues
Articles L. 232-1, II. 4° and L. 233-26
3.2.2 – 3.2.3
1.8. Description of the main risks and uncertainties Articles L. 232-1, II. 5° and L. 233-26 Chapter 6
1.9. Information on the objectives and policy regarding the hedging of each main category of
planned transactions for which hedge accounting is used, and on its exposure to price, credit,
liquidity and cash flow risks
Articles L. 232-1, II. 6° and L. 233-26
6.2.2
1.10. Information on key intangible resources, how its business model fundamentally depends on
these resources, and how they constitute a source of value creation for the Company
Articles L. 232-1, II. 7° and L. 233-26
n/a
1.11. Amount of inter-company loans granted and statement by the Statutory Auditors
Articles L. 511-6 and R. 511-2-1-3 of
the French Monetary and Financial
Code
n/a
1.12. Information on payment terms for suppliers and customers Article D. 441-6 5.8.1
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1.13. Significant equity investments in companies having their registered office located in France Article L. 233-6 paragraph 1 7.7
1.14. Disposals of cross-shareholdings
Articles L. 233-29, L. 233-30 and R.
233-19
n/a
1.15. Impacts of the Company’s activities on combating tax evasion Article L. 22-10-35 3.2
1.16. Actions aimed at promoting the link between the Nation and its armed forces and supporting
engagement in the reserves of the National Guard
Article L. 22-10-35
3.2.3.1.3
2. SUSTAINABILITY REPORT
2.1. Impacts of the Company’s activities on sustainability issues Article L. 232-6-3 3.2.1.3
2.2. How sustainability issues influence the business development, results and situation of the
Company
Article L. 232-6-3 3.2.1.3
2.3. Business model and corporate strategy Articles L. 232-6-3 and
R. 232-8-4, I.1°
1.3, 3.2
• Degree of resilience of the Company’s business model and strategy with regard to risk related
to sustainability issues (description and indicators)
• Opportunities that sustainability issues present for the Company (description and indicators)
• Company's plans, including actions taken or envisaged and related financial and investment
plans, to ensure the compatibility of its business model and strategy with the transition to a
sustainable economy, the limitation of global warming to 1.5°C, and, where applicable, the
Company's exposure to activities related to coal, oil, and gas (description and indicators)
• How the Company's business model and strategy take into account the interests of
stakeholders and the impacts of its activities on sustainability issues (description and
indicators)
• How the Company's strategy is implemented with regard to sustainability issues (description
and indicators)
2.4. Goals with deadlines that the Company has set in terms of sustainability and the progress
made towards achieving these goals, including, where applicable, absolute targets for
reducing greenhouse gas emissions at least for 2030 and 2050 (description and indicators)
and a statement that the environmental targets are based on scientific evidence
Articles L. 232-6-3 and
R. 232-8-4, I.2° and R. 232-8-4, II.
3.1
2.5. Role of the management, administrative, or supervisory bodies concerning sustainability
issues, as well as the skills and expertise of the members of these bodies in this regard or the
opportunities available to them to acquire such skills (description and indicators)
Articles L. 232-6-3 and
R. 232-8-4, I.3°
3.2.1.2
2.6. Policies of the Company regarding sustainability issues (description and indicators) Articles L. 232-6-3 and
R. 232-8-4, I.4°
3.1,3.2
2.7. Sustainability-related incentives granted by the Company to members of the management,
administrative, or supervisory bodies (description and indicators)
Articles L. 232-6-3 and
R. 232-8-4, I.5°
3.2.1.2.3
2.8. Due diligence procedure implemented by the Company regarding sustainability issues and the
negative impacts identified in this context (description and indicators)
Articles L. 232-6-3 and
R. 232-8-4, I.6°
3.2.1.2.4
2.9. Main potential or actual negative impacts, the measures taken to identify, monitor, prevent,
eliminate, or mitigate these negative impacts, and the results obtained in this regard
(description and indicators)
Articles L. 232-6-3 and
R. 232-8-4, I.7°
3.2
2.10. Main risks for the Company related to sustainability issues, including its main dependencies,
and how it manages these risks (description and indicators)
Articles L. 232-6-3 and
R. 232-8-4, I.8°
3.2.1.2.5, 6.2.2.3
2.11. Description of the process implemented by the Company to determine the information
included in the sustainability report
Articles L. 232-6-3 and
R. 232-8-4, II.
3.2.1.3.3
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2.12. When the impacts or risks related to sustainability issues of one or more companies in the
Group differ significantly from those concerning other companies within the Group:
R. 233-16-3 of the French
Commercial Code
3.2.1.1.1
• Adequate information to understand these impacts and risks
• List of companies exempted from publishing sustainability information under the exemption
provided for in section V of Article L. 232-6-3 or section V of Article L. 233-28-4 of the French
Commercial Code
2.13. Proportion of revenue derived from products or services associated with economic activities
that can be considered environmentally sustainable
Article 8 of Delegated Regulation
2020/852
3.2.2.6
• Proportion of investment expenditures and proportion of operating expenses related to assets
or processes associated with economic activities that can be considered environmentally
sustainable (taxonomy).
3. SHAREHOLDING AND CAPITAL
3.1. Structure, changes in the Company’s share capital and crossing of thresholds, identity of the
main shareholders and holders of voting rights at general meetings, changes occurred during
the fiscal year
Article L. 233-13 of the French
Commercial Code
7.4
3.2. Acquisition and sale by the Company of its own shares Articles L. 225-211 and R. 225-160 of
the French Commercial Code
7.3
3.3. Employee share ownership at the last day of the financial year (proportion of
capital represented)
Article L. 225-102, paragraph 1 of the
French Commercial Code
7.4.1
3.4. Mention of any adjustments for securities giving access to the capital in the event of share
buybacks or financial transactions
Articles R. 228-90 and R. 228-91 of
the French Commercial Code
n/a
3.5. Information on transactions by officers and related parties in the Company’s securities Article L. 621-18-2 of the French
Monetary and Financial Code
2.3.4.3
3.6. Amounts of dividends distributed in respect of the previous 3 financial years Article 243 bis of the French General
Tax Code
5.2 (note 12.3)
4. OTHER INFORMATION
4.1. Table showing the Company’s results for each of the last 5 financial years Article R. 225-102 of the French
Commercial Code
5.8.2
4.2. Corporate governance report see specific cross-reference table see specific cross-
reference table
4.3. Non-deductible expenses and charges for tax purposes Articles 223 quater and 223
quinquies of the French General Tax
Code
n/a
4.4. Injunctions or monetary penalties for anti-competitive practices Article L. 464-2 of the French
Commercial Code
n/a
4.5. Anti-corruption programme Law no. 2016-1691 of December 9,
2016, called “Sapin 2”
2.4.5
4.6. Vigilance plan and report on its implementation Article L. 225-102-4 of the French
Commercial Code
n/a
4.7. Repurchase by the Company of its own shares Article L.225-211 of the French
Commercial Code
7.3
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8.6.4 Cross-reference table of the corporate governance report
The concordance table below allows for the identification, within this Universal Registration Document, of the information that constitutes the
corporate governance report provided for in the last paragraph of Article L. 225-68 of the French Commercial Code.
Management Report
Section of the Universal
Registration Document
1. REMUNERATION INFORMATION
1.1. Remuneration policy for corporate officers Article L. 22-10-8, I., paragraph 2 2.3.1
1.2. Remuneration and benefits of any kind paid during the year or granted in respect of the year to
each corporate officer
Article L. 22-10-9, I., 1° 2.3.2.2
1.3. Relative proportion of fixed and variable remuneration Article L. 22-10-9, I., 2° 2.3.2.2
1.4. Use of the possibility of requesting the return of variable remuneration Article L. 22-10-9, I., 3° 2.3.1.1
1.5. Commitments of any kind made by the Company for the benefit of its corporate officers,
corresponding to items of remuneration, indemnities or benefits due or likely to be due as a
result of the assumption, termination or change in their functions or subsequent to the
exercise thereof
Article L. 22-10-9, I., 4° 2.3.1.1
1.6. Remuneration paid or granted by a company included in the scope of consolidation within the
meaning of Article L. 233-16 of the French Commercial Code
Article L. 22-10-9, I., 5° n/a
1.7. Ratios between the level of remuneration of each executive officer and the average and
median remuneration of the Company’s employees
Article L. 22-10-9, I., 6° 2.3.2.1
1.8. Annual changes in remuneration, Company performance, average remuneration of the
Company’s employees and the aforementioned ratios over the last 5 financial years
Article L. 22-10-9, I., 7° 2.3.2.1
1.9. Explanation of how the total remuneration complies with the adopted remuneration policy,
including how it contributes to the long-term performance of the Company and how the
performance criteria have been applied
Article L. 22-10-9, I., 8° 2.3.2.1
1.10. Manner in which the vote of the last Ordinary General Meeting provided for in Article
L. 22-10-34 of the French Commercial Code was taken into account
Article L. 22-10-9, I., 9° 2.3.2.1
1.11. Deviation from the procedure for the implementation of the remuneration policy and any
deviation from it
Article L. 22-10-9, I., 10° 2.3.2.1
1.12. Application of the provisions of the second paragraph of Article L. 225-45 of the French
Commercial Code (suspension of the payment of members’ remuneration in the event of
failure to comply with the gender mix of the Supervisory Board)
Article L. 22-10-9, I., 11° 2.3.2.1
1.13. Grant and retention of performance stock options to executive officers Article L. 225-185 2.3.1.1
1.14. Grant and retention of performance shares to executive officers Articles L. 225-197-1 and L. 22-10-59 2.3.1.1
2. GOVERNANCE INFORMATION
2.1. List of all mandates and functions exercised in any Company by each of the corporate officers
during the financial year
Article L. 225-37-4, 1° 2.2.1.1 - 2.2.2.1
2.2. Agreements between an executive officer or significant shareholder and a subsidiary Article L. 225-37-4, 2° 2.2.2.5
2.3. Summary table of valid delegations of authority granted by the General Meeting for capital
increases
Article L. 225-37-4, 3° 7.5
2.4. Mode of exercise of the general management Article L. 225-37-4, 4° 2.2.1
2.5. Composition, preparation and organisation of the Board’s work Article L. 22-10-10, 1° 2.2.1
2.6. Description of the diversity policy applied to the members of the Supervisory Board and
description of the objectives of this policy, implementation methods, and results achieved
Article L. 22-10-10, 2° 2.2.2.2
2.7. Possible limitations by the Supervisory Board on the powers of the Management Board Article L. 22-10-10, 3° 7.6.5.2
2.8. Reference to a corporate governance code and application of the“comply or explain” principle Article L. 22-10-10, 4° 2.1
2.9. Special terms and conditions for the participation of shareholders in the General Meeting Article L. 22-10-10, 5° 7.6.6
2.10. Assessment process of the common agreements – Implementation Article L. 22-10-10, 6° 2.2.2.5
3. INTERNAL CONTROL AND RISK MANAGEMENT
3.1. Description of the main characteristics of the Company's internal control and risk
management systems
Article L. 22-10-10, 7° Chapter 6
4. INFORMATION LIKELY TO HAVE AN IMPACT IN THE EVENT OF A TAKEOVER BID Article L. 22-10-11 7.8
5. OBSERVATIONS OF THE SUPERVISORY BOARD ON THE REPORT OF THE MANAGEMENT
BOARD AND THE ANNUAL ACCOUNTS
Article L. 225-68, last paragraph 2.5
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