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Clifford Chance says it advised Ardian on its majority investment in The Social Hub Berlin
Clifford Chance said it advised Ardian on acquiring a majority stake in The Social Hub Berlin alongside Rockfield. The firm said the 474-unit property combines student accommodation with extended and short stays, while The Social Hub retains a minority stake and continues operating it under a long-term agreement.
Key points
- The firm said this is the strategy’s second German investment.Clifford Chance
- Clifford Chance said the earlier German investment was the Blue Gate Aachen project in 2025.Clifford Chance
- The firm said the platform now represents more than €1.16 billion and approximately 7,500 beds across Europe.Clifford Chance
- Clifford Chance said Fabian Böhm and Dominik Engl led its team.Clifford Chance