The outlet sector remains buoyant during the downturn and the major players were bullish about prospects for the business across Europe. GVA Outlets used its stand to formally launch the European Outlet Retailer and Developers Association (ORDA) to “move the industry into the forefront of the marketplace”, said GVA director Brendan O’Reilly. Among other initiatives, Neinver and MAB Development announced a co-operation partnership for Germany and France and McArthurGlen confirmed 135,000 sqm of new retail for 2010. “For us it is about being here to secure the key deals for the next phase of our pipeline,” said chief executive Gary Bond

Source : Mapic, quick review, 23.11.2009