New car registrations in Romania increased by 4.7% in 2025 year-on-year, reaching 155,855 units, according to preliminary data released by the Association of Car Producers and Importers in Romania (APIA) based on DGPCI statistics.
PPC Blue, part of the PPC Group in Romania, has reached over 1,100 charging points this year, doubling its network from the previous year. More than half of these are fast and ultra-fast charging stations, making it one of Romania's most extensive electric vehicle charging networks.
Andrei Ianculescu, Head of Project & Development Services at Cushman & Wakefield Echinox, talked to Property Forum about the expansion of design and ESG advisory services, the industrial and logistics sector's growth post-Schengen, and the importance of independent project management for tenant fit-outs. Ianculescu also emphasised the potential in secondary cities and the increasing relevance of aligning projects with sustainability standards.
Romania has fallen seven places to 27 out of 33 countries in the latest electric vehicle (EV) Charging Index report, with its score dropping from 46 to 42 points.
The electric vehicle market saw a significant 89% increase in registrations to 1,335 new electric vehicles in August 2025 compared to the same period last year.
Wholesale retailer Selgros has announced a strategic partnership with Voltrelli-EVConnect for the development of electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure across Romania.
Schneider Electric has launched its new smart electric vehicle (EV) charging station, Schneider Charge Pro, in Romania, designed to meet the growing demands of multi-family residences and car fleets.
Chinese EV maker BYD has officially launched in Romania and is introducing a range of 100% electric and plug-in hybrid models to the country's automotive market.
Romania's Ministry of Finance has published a legislative package aimed at establishing mechanisms to support strategic investments and accelerate the country's economic recovery.
Forvis Mazars Group has released its annual C-suite barometer showing that 92% of global executives expect growth in 2026, despite ongoing economic uncertainty.
Romanian grid power operator Transelectrica has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Georgian State Electrosystem JSC (GSE) to develop the Georgia-Romania Interconnection Project, a submarine cable in the Black Sea.
Star Residence Invest, the first investment platform listed on the Bucharest Stock Exchange (BVB) dedicated to the real estate sector, has appointed Adrian Tănase as CFO.