CB Richard Ellis Group, Inc. (CBRE) has announced the acquisition of Guy Neplaz Conseil (GNC), one of the leading real estate services companies in France specializing in residential property.
Founded by Guy Neplaz in 1996, GNC is focused on the sale of residential properties as well as the sale of and consultation for land development opportunities. Based in Paris, GNC employs 13 professionals, who will join CBRE's existing residential team in France, substantially enhancing the Company's market position.
The acquisition of GNC strengthens CB Richard Ellis' position in France as a full-service property adviser across both commercial and residential property markets. It also continues to build on CB Richard Ellis' existing residential services offering within Europe.
Mike Strong, President of CB Richard Ellis, Europe, Middle East & Africa, said, "Our strategy is to provide a first class, full-service offering to clients throughout Europe. The acquisition of GNC provides an important addition to our suite of services in France and is a powerful complement to our capabilities across the region."
Guy Neplaz said, "We are delighted to have the opportunity to combine our skill set and relationships with those of CB Richard Ellis. Our clients will benefit greatly from unmatched market insight and a more comprehensive service offering, both in France and across Europe."
Maurice Gauchot, President, CB Richard Ellis, France, said, "It is important that we provide our clients with a full service offering capable of fulfilling all of their property requirements. Residential services are an increasingly important part of our value proposition and we are delighted to have acquired GNC, a renowned player in French residential real estate."
Source: FD Tamesis
