Supernova Group has further strengthened its position in the Slovak retail real estate market with the acquisition of two high-performing shopping centres, MAX Žilina and MAX Dunajská Streda, from Euromax Slovakia. The deal brings Supernova’s MAX-branded portfolio in Slovakia to six assets and highlights its strategic expansion into regional hubs with strong footfall and development potential.
The newly acquired assets cover a combined area of 27,600 m², attracting over 3.2 million annual visitors. MAX Žilina alone boasts more than 18,000 m² of lettable space with 65 retail units, while the Dunajská Streda centre contributes an additional 9,600 m², housing over 45 stores. The transaction adds significant density to Supernova’s Slovak platform, where it has been active since 2016.
“The acquisition of the centres in Žilina and Dunajská Streda is a strategic step in expanding our portfolio across Europe, aimed at further strengthening our leadership position in the retail real estate sector in the region,” said Markus Pinggera, CEO of Supernova Group. “We are confident that our new centres, thanks to their attractive locations, diverse offerings, and high standards in design and functionality, will positively impact the quality of life in the local communities and provide added value to consumers.”
The MAX Žilina centre is anchored by Cinemax, Tempo, JYSK, Action and New Yorker, serving a densely populated catchment area in Slovakia’s fourth-largest city. In Dunajská Streda, brands such as Sinsay, Pepco and CCC cater to a growing regional population with excellent road access. Both centres are expected to benefit from Supernova’s commitment to modernisation, ESG initiatives and renewable energy upgrades.
For investors and developers, this acquisition underscores a broader trend: secondary Slovak cities are becoming increasingly attractive as modern retail hubs. With consumer behaviour shifting toward convenience and regional accessibility, assets like these provide long-term value stability, diversification, and repositioning potential within sustainable retail strategies.
Supernova now operates over 120 retail assets across Central and Southeastern Europe, managing a portfolio valued at €2.1bn. With an ambition to reach carbon neutrality by 2028, the group continues to deploy capital into growth markets while embedding sustainability at the core of its asset management approach.
People mentioned:
Markus Pinggera – CEO, Supernova Group
Companies mentioned:
Supernova Group – Developer and owner of retail real estate
Euromax Slovakia a.s. – Previous owner of MAX Žilina and MAX Dunajská Streda
Image Source: MAX Žilina © Supernova
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