Cushman & Wakefield announced that it has been appointed by Standard Chartered Bank (the Bank) to provide services to support its Asia workplace transformation, and Global Asset and Transaction Management for the Bank's 11m square foot global real estate portfolio. The five-year mandate will encompass global Asset & 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 1 July 2024. In support of delivering a best-in-class corporate, investment, wealth and retail banking experience, Cushman & Wakefield will be key in accelerating the Bank's client strategy across its physical and digital networks.

In partnership with the Bank's Wealth and Retail Banking (WRB), and Corporate & Investment Banking (CIB) arms, the mandate will look towards supporting the local and international banking needs of its clients. With a focus on elevating workplace experience and reinforcing the Bank's industry positioning as an Employer of Choice, this mandate will also be key in advancing the Bank's twice the Experience mission. In addition to supporting Property's 2025 Scope 1 and 2 net-zero commitments, Cushman and 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, optimizing increased renewable energy and accelerating outcomes in partnership with external communities.