NPS, the world’s third-largest pension fund by total assets, is becoming a minority stakeholder in Areim via its strategic partnership with Townsend Group (“Townsend”). On behalf of NPS, the investment was led by Townsend who is a leading advisor and partner to institutional investors globally focused on real estate and real assets.
Following the transaction, Areim will remain an independent real estate manager with a focus on the Nordic market. The responsibility for managing the business and operations of Areim will remain solely with the existing Areim team. Consequently, the firm’s senior management and partners will maintain their full commitment to the investment activities of the Areim funds and to the firm’s long-term growth.
Source: sent via press release on 17 Sep 2025