CUSHMAN & Wakefield has been appointed by Standard Chartered Bank to provide services to support its Asia workplace transformation, and global asset and transaction management for the Bank’s 11 million square foot global real estate portfolio.
The five-year mandate will encompass global asset and transactions management and property services across Asia, including integrated facilities management, project & design management services, space planning, occupancy management, health, safety and wellbeing and physical security and will take effect from the beginning of July.
In partnership with the Bank’s wealth and retail banking (WRB), and corporate and investment banking (CIB) arms, the mandate will look towards supporting the local and international banking needs of its clients.
In addition to supporting the 2025 Scope 1 and 2 net-zero commitments, Cushman & Wakefield will be a key partner in driving the sustainability agenda across the Bank’s footprint with a focus on environmental, social, and corporate governance (ESG) goals.
“We are delighted to partner with Standard Chartered Bank and thank them for placing their trust and confidence in us to help optimize their property performance and create efficiencies and experiences that support their business, people and sustainability objectives,” said Aubrey Waddell, chief executive, global occupier services, Cushman & Wakefield.
Shelley Boland, global head, property, at Standard Chartered Bank said, “Our partnership with Cushman & Wakefield will be key to accelerating our property transformation agenda.
“As we continue to develop a sustainable real estate strategy across our global portfolio for long-term success, the focus remains on reimagining our employee and client experience.”