CBRE Hong Kong

What CBRE Hong Kong does

CBRE Hong Kong is the Hong Kong operating arm of CBRE Group Inc. (NYSE: CBRE), the world's largest commercial real estate services firm, locally registered as CBRE Advisory Hong Kong Limited and CBRE Limited. Through two offices in Admiralty and Kowloon East, it delivers an integrated, data-led platform spanning six business lines: capital markets and investment sales; valuation and advisory; office, retail, and industrial & logistics leasing; workplace consulting and project management; property and facilities management (Global Workplace Solutions); and ESG & sustainability advisory. The Hong Kong practice serves Fortune-grade corporates, institutional investors, REITs, developers, public sector bodies and high-net-worth investors, with named mandates at Link REIT, Sun Hung Kai Properties, Henderson Land, Goodman Group, AIA, HKSTP and Mandarin Oriental among others.

The technology stack combines a 500-person global research platform with proprietary tools — CBRE Office Ready (rapid design-to-delivery), CBRE Spacer (interactive space programming) and CBRE Plans & Plans Pro (fit-testing and 3D visualisation) — supported by a Responsible AI Framework emphasising human validation. Service delivery is split between transaction-based advisory (capital markets, leasing, valuation, where fees are negotiated per deal) and recurring managed services (GWS outsourcing, property management, billed monthly or under multi-year contracts). Distribution is overwhelmingly enterprise field sales, supplemented by a self-serve property portal and the Value Properties (尚簽) SME platform; a bilingual English/Chinese digital presence and cross-border referrals through CBRE's global 100-country network extend reach.

The Hong Kong unit is wholly owned by CBRE Group Inc., a Delaware-incorporated public company that has exceeded US$20 billion in annual revenue since 2018 and reports 155,000+ professionals and 500+ offices globally. Hong Kong is one of the firm's largest Asia Pacific markets and the home base for the North Asia regional leadership installed in 2025, with the GWS segment, the data centre advisory practice and ESG advisory representing the most active expansion vectors within the local market.

Name

CBRE Hong Kong

Legal name

CBRE Advisory Hong Kong Limited

Website

https://cbre.com.hk

Company type

Public

Founded year

1906

Operating status

Operating

Short description

CBRE Hong Kong is the local arm of NYSE-listed CBRE Group Inc., delivering integrated commercial real estate services — capital markets, valuation, leasing, property and facilities management, workplace consulting and ESG advisory — to corporates, REITs, institutional investors, developers and public sector clients across Hong Kong.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Commercial Real Estate Services

NAICS

Offices of Real Estate Agents and Brokers (5312), Nonresidential Property Managers (531312)

SIC

Real Estate Agents & Managers (For Others) (6531), Operators Of Nonresidential Buildings (6512)

akta.pro primary industry

Commercial Real Estate Brokerage (Leasing & Sales) (FSAEAJAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Office Brokerage (BPAJABAA), Multifamily Brokerage (BPAJABAD)

Keywords

• Commercial real estate services
• Capital markets advisory
• Property valuation advisory
• Facilities management outsourcing
• Workplace consulting services

Headquarters

HQ city

London

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Advisory Services (Leasing, Capital Markets, Valuation): Fees from lease advisory, capital markets transactions (investment sales, debt & structured finance), and valuation and advisory services across commercial, retail, industrial, and residential property types in Hong Kong.
2. Global Workplace Solutions (GWS) - Outsourcing: Integrated facilities management and workplace outsourcing services provided to major occupiers including corporations, healthcare organisations, and public sector institutions.
3. Project Management & Design & Build: Project and programme management, cost advisory, and design services delivered through CBRE's Turner & Townsend majority-owned subsidiary and proprietary delivery tools.
4. Property & Portfolio Management: Fund and property accounting, landlord leasing, occupancy management, and property management services for commercial portfolios.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

CBRE Hong Kong provides commercial real estate advisory, transaction, valuation, property management, facilities management (Global Workplace Solutions), workplace consulting, and project management services across office, retail, industrial/logistics, data centre, and hospitality property types. Services are delivered through six integrated business lines covering the full real estate lifecycle: Invest/Finance & Value, Plan/Lease & Occupy, Design & Build, Manage Properties & Portfolios, and Transform Business Outcomes. The firm supports enterprise occupiers, institutional investors, REITs, developers, and public sector clients with proprietary technology tools and AI-enhanced analytics.

Product overview

CBRE Hong Kong is a global commercial real estate services firm offering an integrated platform of services spanning six core business lines: Capital Markets, Advisory Services, Global Workplace Solutions (GWS), and specialized property type services. The company's offerings include Office Leasing Services, Retail Leasing Services, Industrial & Logistics Services, Capital Markets (investment sales and transactions), Valuation & Advisory Services, Workplace Consulting, Project Management, Property Management, ESG & Sustainability Solutions, Data Center Services, and Hotels & Hospitality advisory. Supporting these services are technology products including CBRE Office Ready (rapid design-to-delivery solution), CBRE Spacer (interactive space programming technology), and CBRE Plans & Plans Pro (fit-testing technology). The company also operates the Value Properties (尚簽) online platform for SME property solutions.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Office Leasing Services Leasing services for Grade-A office spaces across Hong Kong's CBD and non-core districts, including market analysis, tenant representation, and lease negotiation for landlords and occupiers.
• Retail Leasing Services Leasing services for retail spaces including flagship stores, street-level shops, and shopping mall units across Hong Kong, representing landlords and retail tenants (e.g. Harvey Nichols, Brooks Brothers, Ralph Lauren, Tommy Hilfiger).
• Industrial & Logistics Services Industrial property leasing, warehouse transactions, and logistics facility services across Hong Kong, including mega-warehouse leasing and project marketing for industrial assets.
• Capital Markets Property investment sales, commercial building transactions, and capital markets deal coordination for investors and owners, including landmark transactions such as Eib Centre 68, Trade Square, Merrill Lynch Portfolio, Fitfort, and 169 Electric Road.
• Valuation & Advisory Services Property valuation, development consulting, financial analysis, and feasibility studies across real estate asset classes including REITs, logistics, and data centres.
• Workplace Consulting Workplace strategy, corporate design, change management, and space optimization services designed to improve employee experience and operational efficiency for occupiers.
• Project Management Project and program management, design, cost advisory, and construction oversight for real estate development and fit-out projects, delivered through CBRE's Turner & Townsend majority-owned subsidiary.
• Property Management Management of commercial and residential property portfolios, including landlord leasing, occupancy management, and fund accounting services.
• Global Workplace Solutions (GWS) Outsourcing platform providing integrated facilities management, workplace solutions, and enterprise account management for corporations, healthcare organisations, and public sector institutions across Greater China.
• ESG & Sustainability Solutions Sustainability strategy, renewable energy advisory, sustainable buildings consulting, resource optimization, and ESG reporting services to help clients achieve environmental goals and certifications (LEED, BEAM Plus, WELL, WiredScore, SmartScore).
• Data Center Services Advisory and transaction services for data centre facilities, including investment, leasing, and valuation across the Asia Pacific data centre sector.
• Hotels & Hospitality Advisory Advisory and transaction services for hotel and hospitality properties across Hong Kong, including redevelopment projects such as One Causeway Bay.
• Value Properties (尚簽) Customer-centric online platform helping SMEs connect with experienced real estate advisors for customised property solutions, from site visits to transaction completion.

Quantifiable outcome

• Asia Pacific data centre investment reached record US$11.6 billion in 2025 (CBRE 2026 Asia Pacific Data Centre Trends & Outlook Report)
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers13 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered key and core.

• Nan Fung Development LimitedkeyStrategic or Co-development PartnerNan Fung Development is the developer of AIRSIDE, a 47-storey mixed-use complex in Kai Tak featuring Grade-A office space and 700,000 sq. ft. of retail. CBRE acts as the leasing agent for this flagship development, representing the developer in marketing premium office floors.
• Sino Group & Empire GroupkeyStrategic or Co-development PartnerSino Group and Empire Group jointly developed LANDMARK SOUTH, a 30-storey Grade-A office complex in Wong Chuk Hang. CBRE serves as the leasing agent for this property.
• Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group / PAG Real AssetskeyStrategic or Co-development PartnerMandarin Oriental Hotel Group (developer) and PAG Real Assets (investor) are behind the One Causeway Bay redevelopment. CBRE serves as the leasing agent for the Grade-A office and retail components of this landmark redevelopment.
• Mapletree Investments & PAG ConsultingkeyStrategic or Co-development PartnerMapletree Investments and PAG Consulting jointly own The Bay Hub (formerly Goldin Financial Global Centre) in Kai Tak. CBRE serves as the leasing agent for this 27-storey Grade-A office building in Kowloon East.
• Turner & Townsend (60% owned subsidiary)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCBRE acquired a 60% interest in Turner & Townsend, a premier provider of project, programme and cost management services. In 2025, CBRE combined its Project Management business with Turner & Townsend to create a new Project Management segment.
• Industrious (40% owned, now fully acquired)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCBRE initially acquired a 40% interest in Industrious, a premium flexible workplace solutions provider. In 2025, CBRE fully acquired Industrious National Management Company and created a new business segment: Building Operations & Experience (BOE).
• J&J Worldwide ServiceskeyStrategic or Co-development PartnerIn 2024, CBRE agreed to acquire J&J Worldwide Services, a leading provider of engineering services, base support operations and facilities maintenance for the U.S. federal government, expanding CBRE's government facilities management capabilities.
• Weave LivingkeyChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCBRE Capital Markets team has completed multiple talent housing investment transactions with Weave Living, a co-living operator. CBRE has featured Weave Living properties in investment opportunity videos and facilitated sale transactions.
• Trammell Crow Company (subsidiary)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerTrammell Crow Company is CBRE's wholly-owned development subsidiary, ranked as the highest-ranked pure development company for the eighth consecutive year in the 2025 Lipsey brand survey. CBRE acquired Trammell Crow Company in 2006.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights7 records

Direct peers

• Savills: Savills is a London-headquartered global real estate advisor with a sizeable Hong Kong office and residential practice. CBRE Hong Kong's Capital Markets & Private Office head (Jonathan Chau) joined from Savills, indicating direct competition in prime investment sales and leasing mandates.
• Colliers International: Colliers is a global CRE services firm with strong Hong Kong capital markets, valuation, and project management practices that directly compete with CBRE Hong Kong. Senior CBRE hires including Hannah Jeong and Reeves Yan came from Colliers, reflecting intense head-to-head competition for mandates and talent in Hong Kong.
• Avison Young: Avison Young is a global, principal-led CRE services firm offering capital markets, leasing, and advisory services with Asia Pacific offices including Hong Kong. It is a direct competitor for mid-market occupier mandates and investment sales where CBRE Hong Kong is active.
• Eastdil Secured: Eastdil Secured is a premier global real estate investment bank specialising in large-cap commercial property investment sales and debt placement. It competes with CBRE Hong Kong's Capital Markets team on landmark transactions in Hong Kong's institutional investment market.
• Cushman & Wakefield: Cushman & Wakefield is a top-tier global CRE services competitor with established Hong Kong operations spanning capital markets, valuation, and office leasing. It competes with CBRE Hong Kong on enterprise occupier mandates and trophy-asset transactions.
• JLL (Jones Lang LaSalle): JLL is the closest global competitor to CBRE, offering investment sales, leasing, valuation, property management, and workplace consulting across Asia Pacific including Hong Kong. Multiple CBRE Hong Kong leaders (including the current Head of Capital Markets, Head of Industrial & Logistics, and Head of Retail Leasing) joined from JLL, underscoring direct talent and client overlap.
• Knight Frank: Knight Frank operates a global CRE advisory and residential business with significant Hong Kong presence. It competes with CBRE Hong Kong across residential investment brokerage, capital markets, and prime office/retail leasing.
• Newmark Group: Newmark is a global CRE services firm with growing Asia Pacific presence, competing with CBRE Hong Kong in capital markets and advisory. The firms overlap on large occupier advisory and cross-border investment sales mandates.

Others

• Turner & Townsend: Turner & Townsend is a 60%-owned CBRE subsidiary providing project, programme, and cost management services, integrated into CBRE's Project Management segment in 2025. While part of the parent group, it is a comparable global project advisory that competes in the same Hong Kong market for real estate project management mandates.

Regional players

• Cushman & Wakefield (regional Hong Kong boutique competitors grouped): Mid-tier and boutique Hong Kong-focused real estate agencies (such as Hong Kong Property Agencies and Midland Realty) compete with CBRE's Value Properties SME platform and residential investment brokerage in the local market, although they do not match CBRE's institutional capability.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat7 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance11 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles13 records

Subsidiaries5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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