Northern Virginia - June 8, 2026 - Newmark Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: NMRK), a prominent player in commercial real estate advisory and services, has announced a significant achievement in its financing operations. The company has successfully arranged a robust $975 million balance sheet financing for Project Helios, a state-of-the-art data center located in Northern Virginia, a region recognized as a pivotal hub for internet traffic and network infrastructure.

1. A Collaborative Effort

The financing transaction was orchestrated by a team of skilled professionals from Newmark's Global Debt & Structured Finance division. Key contributors included Jordan Roeschlaub, Co-Head of Global Debt & Structured Finance; Vice Chairman Christopher Kramer; Managing Directors Chris Lozinak and John Caraviello; and Associate Director Ryan Bub. They were joined by sector specialists Andrew Warin, Head of Strategic Advisory, and Phil O'Bannon, Head of Infrastructure, who represented the borrower, a joint venture comprising Affinius Capital and Corscale Data Centers. The financing was provided by Blue Owl.

2. Project Helios: A Mission-Critical Asset

Project Helios is characterized as a newly constructed, mission-critical data center situated within one of Northern Virginia's premier data center campuses. This strategic location is surrounded by several investment-grade hyperscale tenants. Notably, the asset is 100% leased to a leading, investment-grade cloud service provider under a long-term lease, reinforcing the strength of both the tenancy and the underlying infrastructure.

3. Institutional Conviction in Digital Infrastructure

Christopher Kramer emphasized the significance of this transaction, stating, "This transaction reflects continued institutional conviction in digital infrastructure, particularly in Northern Virginia, where demand is driven by unmatched connectivity, scale, and proximity to end users." He further noted that high-quality assets situated in established hyperscale ecosystems and leased to investment-grade tenants are attracting substantial interest from capital providers.

4. Newmark's Expansive Reach

Newmark Group, Inc., along with its subsidiaries, continues to be a world leader in the commercial real estate sector. The firm offers a comprehensive suite of services and products tailored to meet the needs of various clients, including owners, occupiers, investors, and corporations. For the twelve months ending March 31, 2026, Newmark reported revenues exceeding $3.4 billion. The company's operations span over 185 offices globally, employing more than 9,600 professionals across four continents.

5. Conclusion

The successful arrangement of $975 million financing for Project Helios underscores Newmark's pivotal role in the commercial real estate landscape, particularly in the rapidly evolving data center sector. As demand for digital infrastructure continues to rise, Newmark is poised to capitalize on emerging opportunities, further solidifying its reputation as a leader in this vital industry.

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