El Corte Inglés and CaixaBank get rid of symbolic buildings

El Corte Inglés will reorganize its proposal in Madrid and strengthen the centers of Castellana, Sanchinarro and El Bercial after the closure of the establishments. trough You parker (Leganés) at the end of July, a decision that will affect about 500 employees.

As company sources told Europa Press, the cessation of activity in both centers resulted in Non-renewal of rental contracts with Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield real estate agency,

After the closure of both centers, the distribution group will focus on the centers it has a full offer and move the affected 500 employees to nearby centres, namely Vaguada and Parquesur in Sanchinaro and Castellana. Bertial.

Union sources consulted by Europa Press have indicated that the group has already informed them of its intention to close both centers at the end of July, while they have determined the priorities of employees when transferring the company. told to keep in mind. ,

Other companies are also getting rid of iconic buildings. For example, CaixaBank recently put up for sale its historic building at number 51 Paseo de La Castellana. After the merger with Bankia in 2020, it has decided to consolidate its presence in KIO Tower.