WDP bolsters local leadership for European expansion: new Country Managers in the Netherlands and Spain
WDP bolsters local leadership for European expansion: new Country Managers in the Netherlands and Spain
As part of its ambition to build a core European €10bn+ logistics real estate platform, WDP is taking further steps to support the next phase of growth. WDP appoints new Country Managers in the Netherlands and Spain, strengthening local leadership in an established core market while laying the foundation for a disciplined entry into a new European market.
These appointments align with WDP’s “multiple-driver in multiple markets” approach and the newly launched #BLEND&EXTEND2030 growth plan.
Entering a new market: Joan Lacosta to lead WDP Spain
WDP takes an important step in its European expansion with the entry into Spain. Joan Lacosta will join WDP as Country Manager as of March 2026. Joan brings extensive experience in logistics real estate, business development, and the Spanish logistics market. Over the past decade, he served as Managing Director Spain at VGP, following a long-standing leadership role as Country Manager of Spain at GSE, a leading general contractor of turnkey industrial and logistics real estate.
Under Joan’s leadership, WDP will establish a local presence in Spain, launching a dedicated office and gradually building up the platform, ensuring proximity to clients and effective on-the-ground execution.
The Spanish logistics real estate market offers compelling opportunities, supported by resilient demand and a continued need for well-located, high-quality logistics space that meets the latest standards. I look forward to establishing WDP’s local presence and building a platform focused on quality, proximity to clients and long-term value creation.
Strengthening the Dutch platform: Jurgen Bevelander appointed Country Manager of WDP the Netherlands
In parallel, in the Netherlands, Jurgen Bevelander will join WDP as Country Manager as of March 2026. Jurgen brings more than two decades of experience in logistics and logistics real estate. He previously served as Director of Corporate Real Estate at DHL Benelux, where he was responsible for a complex real estate portfolio supporting one of Europe’s leading logistics operators. Jurgen also brings a strong understanding and perspective on our clients’ operations and daily challenges.
I am truly excited to join WDP. The Netherlands is a core market with strong infrastructure and a key gateway to Europe where WDP has built a leading market position with a high-quality portfolio of over 3 billion euros. Together with an experienced team, we will continue to deliver sustainable solutions and further solidify our presence, with a clear client-centric focus.
European expansion built on proven track record
WDP’s expansion is underpinned by a proven track record of disciplined growth. In just two years, WDP successfully scaled its French platform from 150 million euros towards 800 million euros, supported by a dedicated local team in Paris. In parallel, WDP strengthened its presence in Germany through the development of a local platform.
Over the past decade, WDP also successfully expanded its Romanian footprint from 100,000 m² into a leading portfolio of nearly 2 million m², with a total value of more than 1.5 billion euros and market share of 25%.
Supported by strong country teams and clear steering at Group level, WDP remains close to its clients and firmly focused on delivering sustainable, long-term earnings per share growth.
We are delighted to welcome Joan and Jurgen as new Country Managers. Over the last year we have reinforced our execution power as part of our long-term ambitions. Building the platform of tomorrow on our proven track record of scalable and disciplined expansion across Europe, we remain focused on our clients and on delivering above-average growth with a below average risk profile