Bangkok--Oct 5--CB Richard
Silverstein Properties has appointed CB Richard Ellis to be the exclusive leasing agent for 7 World Trade Center, the first Lower Manhattan office tower to be rebuilt after 9/11.
The 148,000 square meter 52 storey 7 World Trade Center is expected to be completed by the end of 2005. 7 World Trade Center will provide tenants with the most advanced technological environment and life safety features available. The unique and distinctive property was designed by architect David Childs, Consulting Design Partner at Skidmore, Owings & Merrill LLP/New York. Tishman Construction Corporation, which built the original 7 World Trade Center for Mr. Silvertein, is General Contractor for the project.
“It is a tremendous honor to work with Larry Silverstein and to be a part of a distinguished team that is leading the rebirth of Lower Manhattan,” said Mr. Brett White, President of CB Richard Ellis.
Mr. James Pitchon, Executive Director at CB Richard Ellis in Bangkok added, “This appointment in New York City confirms the position of CB Richard Ellis as the world’s leading office leasing agent.”
About CB Richard Ellis
Headquartered in Los Angeles, CB Richard Ellis (NYSE:CBG) is the world's leading real estate services firm (in terms of 2003 revenue). The company serves real estate owners, investors and occupiers by offering strategic advice and execution for property leasing and sales; property, facilities and project management; corporate services; debt and equity financing; investment management; valuation and appraisal; research and investment strategy; and consulting. Including partners and affiliates, CB Richard Ellis has more than 300* offices across 50* countries around the world.
CB Richard Ellis established an office in Bangkok in 1988 and in Phuket in 2004. CB Richard Ellis (Thailand) Co., Ltd. has grown to be a leading real estate services provider, offering a full range of services including sales and leasing, property and facilities management, development consultancy and valuation advisory. For more information, visit the company's website at www.cbre.co.th.
* Includes partner offices
For further information:
Mr. James Pitchon Executive Director
02 654 1111
Ms. Ngamjai Jearrajarat Press Relations Assistant
02 654 1111 Ext. 223 End.
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