DUBLIN, Mar.04 , 2026 – Greenman Investments (Greenman), a Dublin-based Alternative Investment Fund Manager, has announced the appointment of Neil O’Keeffe as its new chief executive officer.
O’Keeffe succeeds co-founder John Wilkinson. He will take responsibility for Greenman’s day-to-day leadership and operational governance, working closely with Wilkinson, who remains an executive direc
At Greenman OPEN, our primary commitment has always been to act in the best long-term interests of all our investors.
In Q3 2025, the fund received a higher-than-usual volume of redemption requests. To ensure these exceptional outflows do not negatively impact the value of the investment for the vast majority of shareholders who remain with the fund, we are introducing a Fair Treatment Princi
For many people in Ireland, finding ways to make savings work harder than they do in a low-interest bank account or traditional pension fund has been difficult.
That’s now beginning to change. A new European investment framework, ELTIF 2.0, is opening doors to a broader range of long-term, growth-focused investments that were previously available only to institutions or very weal
Making Your Money Work: A Simple Guide to Growing Your Wealth in Ireland
Between raising a family, managing a mortgage, and planning for the future, it’s easy to put investing on the long finger. But as the cost of living rises and savings rates remain modest, many people in their 30s, 40s, and 50s are starting to ask: Is there a smarter way to grow my money?
The good news is, yes. Th
For over a decade, Greenman OPEN has been investing in one of Europe’s most dependable real estate sectors: grocery-anchored retail in Germany. The portfolio is anchored by some of Europe’s leading grocery retailers, whose stores serve thousands of customers weekly, providing a foundation of steady, reliable rental income to the Fund.
OPEN’s properties, valued at over €1.26 billion,
In a world of geopolitical tension, market volatility, and shifting monetary policy, investors are searching for stability. The Emerging Trends in Real Estate 2025 report by PwC and ULI noted that the priority is now investing in markets “where things feel safe or safest”.
In Europe, that focus is increasingly directed at one destination: Germany.
But what makes it a true “safe haven”?
In a world where uncertainty looms and markets fluctuate, one thing remains constant: people need to eat. Grocery stores serve as the backbone of our daily lives, providing not just food but also a sense of community and convenience. If you’re considering your next investment move, why not focus on German grocery real estate? With its blend of necessity and stability, this market offers a promisin
According to a recent Irish Times report, Irish citizens are among the least likely in Europe to invest their savings. Despite having significant capital on hand, most people are not putting it to work in long-term assets or growth-oriented products.
In Ireland, there is now more money sitting in savings than in the entire pensions market. There is clearly no shortage of capital, but there
This year, we celebrate 20 years of Greenman.
What started in 2005 as a small team with a big vision has grown into a European Group with over 200 people, managing more than €1.35 billion in assets—and still growing. But more than the milestones, it’s the journey we’re proud of. The people. The partnerships. The shared belief that grocery real estate can be a force for stability, sustainability
Greenman OPEN has finalized a long-term strategic framework agreement with Kaufland, securing leases for seven key retail centers across Germany. This deal enhances OPEN’s portfolio by extending its Weighted Average Rent Lease Term (WARLT) to 10.4 years and increasing rent to term by €190 million.
A key component of the framework agreement is an innovative initiative to provide tenants wit
Greenman is delighted to announce that our flagship fund, Greenman OPEN, has successfully been converted into an ELTIF under the new ELTIF 2.0 framework marking a new chapter for the fund. Below, we outline what has changed:
What is an ELTIF?
A European Long-Term Investment Fund (ELTIF) is a regulated investment framework introduced by the European Union in 2015. It was created to channel lo
