The group's principal activity is to acquire and own commercial properties leased to companies on a triple net basis. The group also provides acquisition services, research investment analysis, asset management and capital funding services. As at 31-Dec-2003, the group's portfolio consisted of 171 properties totaling more than 18.4 million square feet. The group operates in the United States and Europe. On 24-Mar-2003, the group acquired polar plastics inc.