CBRE has announced significant leadership changes within its Hong Kong office leasing division, bringing in two highly experienced professionals to head the Hong Kong Island and Kowloon segments. These new appointments are poised to enhance the firm's strategic growth, client engagement, and operational excellence, further solidifying its position in the dynamic Hong Kong real estate market. The move reflects CBRE's commitment to delivering integrated real estate solutions and adapting to evolving market demands.

Effective January 4, 2027, Darren Nugent will assume the role of Managing Director and Head of Hong Kong Island Office Leasing. Nugent rejoins the Hong Kong team after a five-year tenure in Australia, where he most recently served as Head of Leasing, Pacific. In this capacity, he oversaw diverse sectors including Office, Industrial & Logistics, and Retail, alongside the Consultancy practice. His focus encompassed strategic expansion, fostering client relationships, ensuring operational efficiency, and providing comprehensive real estate solutions to occupiers. Nugent brings over two decades of experience with CBRE, having advised occupiers, investors, landlords, and developers across Ireland, Hong Kong, and Australia.

Concurrently, Rocky Chan has been named Managing Director and Head of Kowloon Office Leasing. Chan, currently an Executive Director at CBRE Hong Kong, boasts over 20 years of specialized experience in office leasing. He embarked on his career at CBRE as a graduate trainee, progressively developing expertise in advising multinational occupiers on corporate real estate strategies, portfolio optimization, and complex leasing transactions across Kowloon and the New Territories. His extensive background includes successful lease restructuring, rent reviews, and surrender negotiations, complemented by strong relationships with prominent landlords throughout Kowloon.

Both Nugent and Chan will report directly to Ada Fung, who serves as the Chief Operating Officer and Head of Office Leasing at CBRE Hong Kong. Fung will continue to lead the overall office leasing strategy for Hong Kong, collaborating closely with Nugent and Chan to drive the firm's business objectives. Additionally, Chan will maintain oversight of the expansion of Value Properties from CBRE Hong Kong, the company's digital platform designed to provide office, retail, and industrial space solutions for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).

CBRE Hong Kong's office leasing division is a robust team, comprising approximately 50 dedicated professionals. These strategic appointments are expected to inject fresh perspectives and enhanced leadership into the team, ensuring CBRE continues to provide exceptional service and innovative solutions to its diverse client base in Hong Kong's competitive property market.