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Earlier this month, our President & CEO, Benjamin L. Shinewald, participated in the APREA Asia Pacific Real Assets Leaders Congress in Singapore, joining global executives and sustainability leaders to explore the future of high-performing buildings.
Representing North America, Benjamin spoke about how programs like BOMA BEST are advancing operational excellence, transparency, and measurable environmental performance across the built environment.
The event brought together leaders from across the Asia Pacific Region and from organizations including City Developments Limited, CapitaLand, Cushman & Wakefield, CBRE, Forest Logistics, La Caisse, CPPIB and KJRM. Discussions focused on the importance of collaboration and the role of certification programs in setting clear, verifiable standards for sustainability and resilience.
Key Insights from the Conference
1. Growth of Data Centers
The expansion of data centers in Asia highlights the need for tailored sustainability frameworks for this asset class. This aligns with emerging priorities within North American markets and presents opportunities for knowledge sharing through the BOMA BEST program.
2. Market Momentum in India
India’s commercial real estate sector is growing quickly, with strong interest in sustainable performance management. Future collaboration in this region could help expand BOMA BEST’s reach and benchmarking capabilities.
3. Building Stronger Partnerships
Collaboration remains essential. Strengthening relationships with organizations such as APREA will help align global benchmarks and promote industry-wide progress toward net-zero and resilient operations.
Innovation and Global Leadership
The Leaders Congress also featured building tours, including CBRE’s Singapore headquarters, showcasing the region’s approach to smart infrastructure, advanced building amenities, and integrated urban planning. From heritage properties to modern towers, every site reflected values that align with BOMA BEST: continuous improvement, measurable results, and operational excellence.
Looking Ahead
BOMA BEST continues to represent North American real estate on the global stage, demonstrating that verified, data-driven performance is essential to long-term success. The relationships and insights we gained in Singapore will help advance our shared goal of creating sustainable buildings and stronger communities worldwide.
