Cityscape Asia Conference - Day Three Programme

09.00

New Markets & New Concepts

9.15

Why Russia, Why Now?

• Who wants to get into Russia's real estate scene, and why?

• What has been the trend of investment and development in the past 3-5 year period, and what is the outlook?

• What are some of the exciting developments and JVs that have taken place in the Russian property scene?

Jerry Oates, Managing Director, Knight Frank LLC., Russia

9.35

Global Investment Hot Spot Alert! RUSSIA

• Investing in the most expensive city in the world with the highest concentration of wealth

• What does it take to get into Russia: Dexterity, patience and a very good local partner?

• What are the low-risk and high-yield asset classes in Russia?

• Facing the regulatory challenges

• How can you find a good local partner to work with?

• Closing the supply gap without getting burnt – is it possible?

Jerry Oates, Managing Director, Knight Frank LLC., Russia
Heiko Davids, Chief Investment Officer, Rutley Russia Property and Asset Management Co., Russia
Evgeniy Semenov MRICS, Director – Capital Markets,
Knight Frank LLC, Russia

10.20

What Do Singapore’s IRs Mean For Its Red-Hot Property Sector?

• Sentosa’s Resort World and Marina Bay’s Sands: Progress report

• Who are the IRs targeting? Will the demand be enough to fill the massive glut in supply?

• What will the impact on the surrounding existing real estate be?

• Attracting high net worth individuals and institutional investors

Ku Swee Yong, Director - Marketing & Business Development, Savills, Singapore
Caroline Leong, Director – Travel and Hospitality Business, Singapore Tourism Board, Singapore
Galen Tan, Managing Director, EFG Private Bank, Singapore

11.05

Morning Break

11.30

What Is The Potential For The Luxury Market In New And Emerging Countries?

• What is classified as luxury residential living?

• Who are the key customers in this sector and how are they wooed?

• Can luxury properties succeed in all new and emerging markets?

• Investor prospects: What returns can be expected from investment in this asset class?

• Branding and marketing: Understanding the importance of a solid brand name

Deepak Ohri, CEO, lebua Hotels & Resorts Co., Ltd., Thailand

11.50

What Are The Investment Opportunities In Airport Cities?

• Airport Cities: Developing the land surrounding airports to supplement aviation revenue, what’s in it for property punters?

• Understanding the objectives of airport owners in developing airport cities

• How can real estate developers and airport owners work together to achieve the model airport city?

• Case Study: Mumbai International Airport

Rudy Vercelli, Chief Operating Officer, Mumbai International Airport, India

12.20

How Important Is Sustainability And Green Architecture?

• How can you get your development LEED Certified? What are the advantages?

• Making your buildings more efficient result in long terms savings and a direct impact on bottom line

• Conserving heritage sites and developments: how important is it?

Chiu Shengkai, Energy Sustainability Manager, Jones Lang LaSalle, Singapore
Tan Tian Chong, Director – Technology Development Division, Building and Construction Authority, Singapore
Jason Pomeroy, Associate Director, Broadway Malyan, Singapore

13.05

What Is The Future Of Mixed-Use Developments (MUD)?

• Exploring the necessity of MUDs: Spatial constraints or are they just wise investment choices?

• Can they be called “branded integrated developments”

• Capitalising on the MUD advantage: Defraying investment and costs (balances instability of retail revenue with stability of office/commercial)

• Case Study: Raffles City: Classic MUD- Why? How? Entering a new phase and currently refurbishing

Aniruddha Joshi, Executive Vice President, Hirco Group, India

13.30

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