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Perkins + Will Expands at 215 Park Avenue South

Wed, 6 May 2009 09:29:29 GMT

At 40,260 Sq Ft, Internationally Renowned Architects Become Anchor Tenant

New York, NY - May 5, 2009 - SL Green Realty Corp. (NYSE: SLG) announced today that Perkins + Will, internationally renowned commercial architectural design firm specializing in interior design, sustainable building design, branded environments, and urban design, has expanded at its New York City headquarters at 215 Park Avenue South.

Perkins + Will now occupies a total of 40,260 square feet at the 300,000-square-foot property, more than more than doubling in size. The firm was operating from 16,500 square feet on the 4th floor with an additional 7,260 on the 18th floor. It has now subleased an additional 16,500 square feet on the entire 6th floor from immigration attorneys Binder & Binder until 2015 (following which it will become a direct lease), and extended its 4th floor lease to become co-terminus with the expiration of the 6th floor.

We are pleased to have been able to accommodate such a prestigious tenant as Perkins + Will at 215 Park Avenue South," said Howard Tenenbaum, Executive Vice President for SL Green who added that the firm has been based at the building since 2006.

Steven Strati of Cushman & Wakefield acted on behalf of Binder & Binder in the transaction, while Howard Tenenbaum and Gary Rosen represented both the landlord, SL Green, and Perkins + Will.

Other tenants at the 20-story property built in 1914 and situated in the heart of Union Square at 18th Street include Houghton Mifflin Co., Kimball International, H&M and Criterion Collection.

About Perkins + Will

150 professionals work in Perkins + Will's integrated design practice in its New York office which was established in 1951. The office has recently expanded its strength in sustainable healthcare and education design with the addition of Guenther 5 Architects (2007) and in urban design and planning with the addition of SMWM (2008.) Perkins + Will has the highest number of U.S. Green Building Council LEED® Accredited Professionals in North America, with nearly half of the firm's professionals accredited.

About SL Green Realty Corp.

SL Green Realty Corp. is a self-administered and self-managed real estate investment trust, or REIT, that predominantly acquires, owns, repositions and manages Manhattan office properties. The Company is the only publicly held REIT that specializes in this niche. As of June 30, 2008, the Company owned 30 New York City office properties totaling approximately 23,719,200 square feet, making it New York's largest office landlord. In addition, SL Green holds investment interests in, among other things, eight retail properties encompassing approximately 400,212 square feet, two development properties encompassing approximately 363,000 square feet and two land interests, along with ownership interests in 36 suburban assets totaling 7,867,500 square feet in Brooklyn, Queens, Long Island, Westchester County, Connecticut and New Jersey.

SL Green Inks 121,441-Sq-Ft Lease with BDO Seidman at 100 Park Avenue

Wed, 6 August 2008 17:17:20 GMT

15th Largest Manhattan Lease Signed in 2008; $72 Million Redevelopment Nearing Completion

New York, NY – August 11, 2008 – SL Green Realty Corp. (NYSE: SLG) today announced that it has completed a new 15-year lease agreement with BDO Seidman LLP to occupy 121,441 square feet on floors 9 through 11 at 100 Park Avenue. The transaction raises building occupancy from 67% to 80%.

Established nearly 100 years ago, BDO Seidman is one of the nation’s largest and most prestigious financial consulting and accounting firms, with 37 offices nationwide and a global network comprised of more than 626 international member firms.

“We’re delighted to welcome BDO to the roster of blue chip tenants within the SL Green portfolio of buildings. BDO anchors the successful repositioning of the building,” said Steven Durels, Executive Vice President and Director of Leasing and Real Property for SL Green, who added that the 825,815-square-foot tower is nearing completion of an extensive $72 million capital improvement program that has transformed the 36-story glass and steel skyscraper into a modern classic and winner of the 2007-08 BOMA award for ‘Best Renovated Building of the Year.’

This transaction brings year-to-date leasing to over one million square feet throughout SL Green’s Manhattan portfolio. “We continue to unlock value and complete a large volume of leasing transactions despite a difficult economic climate,” said Durels.

“With a starting rent that is 82% above the previously escalated rent, this lease re-affirms continuing strong growth embedded in SL Green’s portfolio of Manhattan office properties,” said Gregory Hughes, Chief Financial Officer for SL Green who also noted that the transaction included a short-term takeover of BDO’s existing lease.

The redevelopment of the property included a new soaring two-story atrium lobby, complete re-cladding of the façade featuring a glass curtain wall along Park Avenue, 2,000 new insulated windows, new elevator cabs and extensive infrastructure upgrades. Additionally, 100 Park Avenue is on schedule to be one of the first existing commercial buildings to receive a silver LEED designation in Manhattan.

When BDO Seidman takes occupancy in January 2009, it will join other prominent firms located at 100 Park Avenue such as J&W Seligman & Co., Impala Asset Management, Sun Capital Advisors and Kreindler & Kreindler LLP.

Howard Ecker of Howard Ecker & Company represented BDO Seidman in the transaction, while Cushman & Wakefield’s Paul Glickman, Tara Stacom, Mitti Liebersohn, Alexander Chudnoff, Diana Biasotti, and Jonathan Tootell acted on SL Green’s behalf.

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SL Green Announces Sale of 470 Park Avenue South

Wed, 31 October 2007 15:00:56 GMT

New York, NY, October 23, 2007 – SL Green Realty Corp. (NYSE: SLG) announced today that it has entered into an agreement to sell 470 Park Avenue South in Manhattan for $157 million, or approximately $604 per square foot, to an undisclosed institutional owner of real estate.

The 260,000 square foot, 17-story plus penthouse office building, located on Park Avenue South between 31st and 32nd Streets, was contributed to the SL Green portfolio in 1997 in connection with the Company's initial public offering. It is currently 96% leased.

The sale of 470 Park Avenue South will generate a gain of approximately $118.4 million for SL Green. The proceeds will be used in a tax-efficient manner as part of a 1031 exchange corresponding with the recent acquisition of the balance of interests in One Madison Avenue.

SL Green CEO Marc Holliday commented, "Our successful disposition of 470 Park Avenue South demonstrates the market's continuing strong appetite for quality New York City office properties. While some high-leverage investors are being forced to the sidelines due to the tightening of credit, we see well-capitalized institutional buyers recognizing new opportunities and taking advantage of them. On our part, we continue to divest ourselves of non-core and mature assets, enabling us to recycle capital and take advantage of strategic opportunities that we believe will fuel our long-term earnings growth."

CB Richard Ellis acted on behalf of SL Green for this transaction.

Company Profile

SL Green Realty Corp. is a self-administered and self-managed real estate investment trust, or REIT, that predominantly acquires, owns, repositions and manages Manhattan office properties. The Company is the only publicly held REIT that specializes in this niche. As of September 30, 2007, the Company owned 31 New York City office properties totaling approximately 22,353,200 square feet, making it New York's largest office landlord. In addition, SL Green holds investment interests, among other things, in retail properties (10) encompassing approximately 393,789 square feet, development property (one) encompassing approximately 85,000 square feet and land interests (two), along with ownership of 36 suburban assets totaling 7,867,500 square feet in Brooklyn, Queens, Long Island, Westchester County, Connecticut and New Jersey.

To be added to the Company's distribution list or to obtain the latest news releases and other Company information, please visit our website at www.slgreen.com or contact Investor Relations at 212-216-1601.

Forward-looking Information

This press release contains forward-looking information based upon the Company's current best judgment and expectations. Actual results could vary from those presented herein. The risks and uncertainties associated with forward-looking information in this release include the strength of the commercial office real estate markets in New York, reduced demand for office space, unanticipated increases in financing and other costs, competitive market conditions, unanticipated administrative costs, timing of leasing income, general and local economic conditions, interest rates, capital market conditions, tenant bankruptcies and defaults, the availability and cost of comprehensive insurance, including coverage for terrorist acts, environmental, regulatory and/or safety requirements, and other factors, which are beyond the Company's control. We undertake no obligation to publicly update or revise any of the forward-looking information. For further information, please refer to the Company's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

Midyear Roundup: SL Green Signs Nearly One Million Sq Ft of Leases in Manhattan By Close of Second Quareter ‘08

Wed, 3 September 2008 12:36:20 GMT

New York, NY - September 2, 2008 - SL Green Realty Corp. (NYSE: SLG) signed a total of 103 lease agreements covering 975,578-square feet at various buildings in its 30-building portfolio of Manhattan properties as the second quarter of 2008 came to a close.

Occupancy rates for SL Green's Manhattan portfolio actually rose slightly from 96.3%, in the first quarter to 96.7% in the second. Among the major transactions for the first half of 2008 were:

The Segal Company's new lease for 156,000 square feet at 333 West 34th Street;
Crain Communications, Inc.'s early renewal for 98,618 square feet at 711
Third Avenue;
Parade Publications, Inc.'s early renewal for 89,413 square feet at 711 Third Avenue;
News America, Inc.'s new lease for 83,822 square feet at 1185 Avenue of the Americas;
Omnicom Group's early renewal for 55,078 square feet at 220 East 42nd Street;
Sirius Satellite Radio Inc.'s new lease for 45,295 square feet at 1221 Avenue of the Americas;
New York University Hospital Center's new lease for 43,895 square feet at 673 First Avenue;
Sonnenschein, Nath & Rosenthal's new lease for 43,828 square feet at 1221 Avenue of the Americas;
RSM McGladrey, Inc.'s new lease for 27,508 square feet at 1185 Avenue of the Americas;
Hess Corp.'s early renewal for 27,508 square feet at 1185 Avenue of the Americas.

"Leasing velocity at our Manhattan buildings has kept apace with previous years, and even exceeded expectations, given the current economic downturn," noted Steven Durels, SL Green Executive Vice President and Director of Leasing and Real Property. "We are cautiously optimistic that we will be able to maintain this leasing momentum for the second half of the year."

SL Green is well underway with comprehensive redevelopment programs launched this year for several of its prominent Manhattan properties, namely: an ambitious $160 million renovation of 1515 Broadway, occupied almost completely by Viacom, which will reposition the 54-story tower as one of the most iconic buildings in Times Square; a $7 million renovation of 711 Third Avenue; and a $10 million capital improvement program at 810 Seventh Avenue.

About SL Green Realty Corp.SL Green Realty Corp. is a self-administered and self-managed real estate investment trust, or REIT, that predominantly acquires, owns, repositions and manages Manhattan office properties. The Company is the only publicly held REIT that specializes in this niche. As of June 30, 2008, the Company owned 30 New York City office properties totaling approximately 23,719,200 square feet, making it New York's largest office landlord. In addition, SL Green holds investment interests in, among other things, eight retail properties encompassing approximately 400,212 square feet, two development properties encompassing approximately 363,000 square feet and two land interests, along with ownership interests in 36 suburban assets totaling 7,867,500 square feet in Brooklyn, Queens, Long Island, Westchester County, Connecticut and New Jersey.

Mark Kruger & Associates Expands within SL Green's 521 Fifth Avenue

Wed, 3 March 2010 11:27:59 GMT

Healthcare Constituency Relations Provider Signs 6,580-Sq-Ft

Lease for Entire 27th Floor

New York, NY - February 25, 2010 - SL Green Realty Corp. (NYSE: SLG) today announced that Mark Krueger & Associates LLC, a leader in healthcare constituency relations, has renewed and expandedinto 6,580 square feet covering the entire 27th floor at 521 Fifth Avenue.

"It's gratifying when an existing tenant chooses to renew in one of our properties," said Steve Durels Director of Leasing and Real Property for SL Green, "as it's a great testament to the strength of our management team, which places tenant satisfaction as priority number one."

521 Fifth is a 371,601-square-foot, 39-story office building recently redeveloped with new lobby, windows, two-floor storefront, bathrooms and common corridors. The building is particularly popular with financial, law and other service firms seeking high-profile, full floor space near Grand Central Terminal. Major tenants include Alexandra & James, Nippon Life Insurance Company, Loeb Partners Realty, Royal Health and Shaw Industries.

Brian P. Weld of Cassidy Turley represented the tenant, while David M. Kaufman acted on behalf of SL Green. Joan Thompson, Esq. acted in-house for SL Green, while Louis Teitel, Esq. of Dunnington Bartholow & Miller LLP represented Mark Krueger.

About SL Green Realty Corp.

SL Green Realty Corp. is a self-administered and self-managed real estate investment trust, or REIT, that predominantly acquires, owns, repositions and manages Manhattan office properties. The Company is the only publicly held REIT that specializes in this niche. As of December 31, 2009, the Company owned interests in 29 New York City office properties totaling approximately 23,211,200 square feet, making it New York's largest office landlord. In addition, at December 31, 2009, SL Green held investment interests in, among other things, eight retail properties encompassing approximately 374,812 square feet, three development properties encompassing approximately 399,800 square feet and two land interests, along with ownership interests in 31 suburban assets totaling 6,804,700 square feet in Brooklyn, Queens, Long Island, Westchester County, Connecticut and New Jersey.

To be added to the Company's distribution list or to obtain the latest news releases and other Company information, please visit our website at http://www.slgreen.com/ or contact Investor Relations at 212-216-1601.

Human Resource Management Renews at SL Green's 100 Park Avenue

Wed, 3 March 2010 11:17:05 GMT

New York, NY - February 25, 2010 - SL Green Realty Corp. (NYSE: SLG) announced today that Human Resource Management, Inc., d/b/a/ The Capstone Partnership, renewed its 10,985-square-foot lease for ten years on the entire 34th floor at 100 Park Avenue.

The Capstone Partnership is a leading provider of executive search services specializing in law, finance, human resources, investment banking, information technology, investment management, and strategy and business development.

"We are delighted that Capstone has elected to remain with us for another 10 years," said Steve Durels Director of Leasing and Real Property for SL Green who added that "the company is part of a prestigious tenant roster that includes BBDO Seidman, Wells Fargo and Aetna Life Insurance Company."

100 Park is one of the few existing New York City buildings to receive LEED Silver certification. Following its recent comprehensive $72 million capital redevelopment program, the 36-story, tower won the 2008 BOMA award for best renovation.

Peter Sabesan, Hunter Realty Group LLC, represented the tenant in the transaction, and Christopher Gulden of SL Green acted on the landlord's behalf.

Attorneys in the transaction were: Michael Kleinerman, Esq. with Hogan and Hartson LLP for the tenant, and Joan Thompson, Esq., in-house for SL Green

About SL Green Realty Corp.

SL Green Realty Corp. is a self-administered and self-managed real estate investment trust, or REIT, that predominantly acquires, owns, repositions and manages Manhattan office properties. The Company is the only publicly held REIT that specializes in this niche. As of December 31, 2009, the Company owned interests in 29 New York City office properties totaling approximately 23,211,200 square feet, making it New York's largest office landlord. In addition, at December 31, 2009, SL Green held investment interests in, among other things, eight retail properties encompassing approximately 374,812 square feet, three development properties encompassing approximately 399,800 square feet and two land interests, along with ownership interests in 31 suburban assets totaling 6,804,700 square feet in Brooklyn, Queens, Long Island, Westchester County, Connecticut and New Jersey.

SL Green wins BOMA Award for Best Renovated Building of the Year 2007

Wed, 27 February 2008 16:00:29 GMT

100 Park is the “New Modern Classic” of Grand Central

New York, NY – February 27, 2008 – 100 Park Avenue has taken home BOMA gold. The 825,815-square-foot, 36-story property owned in partnership by SL Green and Prudential Real Estate was honored with a Pinnacle Award at the Building Owners and Managers Association’s (BOMA) ceremonial dinner held at on February 6th.

SL Green recently completed a comprehensive redevelopment of the 1950 era building making 100 Park Avenue into a “New Modern Classic.” The most visible portion of the redevelopment is the $72 million capital plan which includes the installation of a soaring two-story atrium lobby, a stunning new glass and metal façade, new double height storefronts, 2,000 new insulated windows and elegant new elevator cabs with glass and stone accents. In addition, significant infrastructure upgrades were performed including new cooling plant, increased electric capacity, and state-of-the-art security systems. “We’re particularly proud of the extensive ‘green building’ technology,” noted Edward Piccinich, Executive Vice President and Director of Management and Construction.

The award was accepted by John Flaherty, Property Manager for 100 Park, who is married to SL Green’s Meghann Gill who won last year’s Pinnacle award for Property Manager of the Year. “It was particularly noteworthy because, to my knowledge, it marks the first time a husband and wife have been recognized by BOMA two years in a row, similar to the Manning Brothers' back-to-back Superbowl MVP awards,” said Mr. Piccinich.

“One of the most challenging aspects of the renovation was installing the glass curtain wall on a building that was 95 percent occupied,” said Mr. Piccinich. “The work required chopping out hundreds of 2 X 2 sections of masonry along the exterior surface of the building in order to anchor the glass wall equivalent in size to a football field.”

The SL Green team took extraordinary steps to minimize disruption to building tenants throughout the 18-month construction process. This included construction and operation of a 10,000-square-foot business center for use by tenants who were temporarily displaced by the redevelopment work.

“Our comprehensive planning, scheduling and tenant coordination allowed us to complete this complicated project on time and within budget,” said Mr. Piccinich.

About SL Green Realty Corp.

SL Green Realty Corp. is a self-administered and self-managed real estate investment trust, or REIT, that predominantly acquires, owns, repositions and manages Manhattan office properties. The Company is the only publicly held REIT that specializes in this niche. As of December 31, 2007, the Company owned 32 New York City office properties totaling approximately 24,728,200 square feet, making it New York's largest office landlord. In addition, SL Green holds investment interests in, among other things, retail properties (eight) encompassing approximately 353,939 square feet, development property (one) encompassing approximately 85,000 square feet and land interests (two), along with ownership of 36 suburban assets totaling 7,867,500 square feet in Brooklyn, Queens, Long Island, Westchester County, Connecticut and New Jersey.

To be added to the Company’s distribution list or to obtain the latest news releases and other Company information, please visit our website at www.slgreen.com or contact Investor Relations at 212-216-1601.

SL Green Leases Penthouse at 485 Lexington Avenue to KPS Capital Partners LP

Wed, 25 July 2007 10:06:35 GMT

Prominent Private Equity Firm Takes 22,279 SF

New York, NY – July 25, 2007 – SL Green Realty Corp. (NYSE: SLG) today announced that private equity firm, KPS Capital Partners LP has signed a new ten-year lease for its New York headquarters covering 22,279 square feet at 485 Lexington Avenue. Relocating from nearby 200 Park Avenue, the prominent firm has leased the duplex penthouse comprising the entire 31st and 32nd floors.

Commenting on the agreement, Steven Durels, Executive Vice President and Director of Leasing and Real Property for SL Green, said, “We’re very pleased to welcome KPS Capital Partners to 485 Lexington Avenue which, owing to the recent completion of our repositioning program as well as the building’s appealing location within the Grand Central Terminal submarket is now 98 percent leased.”

485 Lexington Avenue is a 32-story, 926,122 square foot office tower that stands adjacent to Grand Central Terminal on Lexington Avenue between 46th and 47th Streets. SL Green recently completed an extensive capital program that included replacement of 4,000 windows, upgrading of electric and HVAC capacities, new lobby and new storefronts together with an extensive re-branding program. Prominent tenants include Citigroup, one of the nation’s leading financial institutions, St. Paul Travelers, international provider of property casualty insurance and surety products, Konica Minolta Business Solutions, leading player in office equipment manufacturing, Fairchild Publications, publisher of trade and consumer newspapers and books, and Omnicom Group, the world’s largest advertising company.

Alan Wildes of CB Richard Ellis, Inc. represented the tenant and Paul Glickman, Mitti Liebersohn, Tara Stacom, Alexander Chudnoff, Steven Bauer and Diana Biasotti of Cushman Wakefield, Inc. represented the landlord in this transaction.

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SL Green's Grand Central Square Continues to Attract Financial Services Leaders

Wed, 25 July 2007 09:53:16 GMT

Leading Private Equity Firm Takes Full Floor

New York, NY – July 25, 2007 – SL Green Realty Corp. (NYSE: SLG) today announced that it has signed a new five-year lease for 11,375 square feet with leading private equity firm, Tailwind Management, LP at Grand Central Square’s 485 Lexington Avenue.

“This newest lease underscores the appeal of 485 Lexington Avenue, based upon the proximity to Grand Central Terminal and our extensive redevelopment program,” commented Steven Durels, Executive Vice President and Director of Leasing and Real Property for SL Green. “With a tenant roster that includes Citigroup, one of the nation’s leading financial institutions and St. Paul Travelers, international provider of property casualty insurance and surety products, Tailwind will headquarter with some of the most prominent financial services firms in the world.”

Noel M. Flagg of Newmark Knight Frank represented the tenant and Paul Glickman, Alexander Chudnoff, Mitti Liebersohn, Tara Stacom, Diana Biasotti and Steven Bauer of Cushman Wakefield, Inc represented the landlord in this transaction.

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P. Schoenfeld Asset Management Expands Offices at SL Green’s 1350 Avenue of the Americas

Wed, 25 July 2007 09:49:25 GMT

Building is Repositioned to Attract Financial Services Industry

New York, NY – July 25, 2007 – SL Green Realty Corp. (NYSE: SLG) today announced that P. Schoenfeld Asset Management, LLC, a London and New York-registered investment advisor with $3.5 billion in assets under management, has expanded its NY headquarters at 1350 Avenue of the Americas by 7,571 square feet. With the addition of this new office space, P. Schoenfeld Asset Management presently occupies over 20,000 square feet in the building through 2016.

Situated in the highly desirable Plaza area of midtown Manhattan on the Avenue of the Americas between 54th and 55th Streets – the top of New York’s ‘Corporate Row’ corridor, the 35-story, 547,000 square foot, Class A, premier office tower features panoramic views over Central Park. Prominent building tenants include Artisan Partners Limited Partnership, a Milwaukee-based investment management firm with over $47 billion in assets under management, Concordia Advisors, a London based hedge fund with over $2 billion in assets under management and Highbridge Capital Management, LLC, a multi-strategy global hedge fund with over $6 billion in current assets under management.

“Until very recently, 1350 Avenue of the Americas was New York’s headquarters to leading menswear designers,” commented Steven Durels, Executive Vice President and Director of Leasing and Real Property for SL Green. “However, following our recent addition of the property as part of the Reckson acquisition, we set out to reposition the building as a Class A property catering to financial services companies. This effort includes a capital improvement program with new lobby, corridors, bathrooms and retail tenant upgrades.”

Alexander Chudnoff of Cushman & Wakefield, Inc. represented the tenant and Christopher Gulden of SL Green represented the landlord in this transaction.

Company Profile

SL Green Realty Corp. is a self-administered and self-managed real estate investment trust, or REIT, that predominantly acquires, owns, repositions and manages a portfolio of Manhattan office properties. The Company is the only publicly held REIT that specializes exclusively in this niche. As of June 30, 2007, the Company owned 32 New York City office properties totaling approximately 22.5 million square feet, making it New York’s largest office landlord. In addition, SL Green holds investment interests in Manhattan retail properties totaling approximately 284,000 square feet at nine properties, along with ownership of 33 suburban assets totaling 7.0 million square feet in Long Island, Westchester County, Connecticut and New Jersey.

SL Green Announces 20,426 Sq. Ft. Lease With Sextant Search Partners at 521 Fifth Avenue

Wed, 24 October 2007 15:47:22 GMT

Leading Executive Search Firm Takes Entire 9th Floor

New York, NY – October 24, 2006 – SL Green Realty Corp. (NYSE: SLG) today announced that it completed a new ten–year lease for the New York headquarters of Sextant Search Partners, Inc. covering 20,426 square feet at 521 Fifth Avenue. Sextant Search Partners is an executive search firm focused exclusively on recruiting senior professionals.

SL Green recently acquired 521 Fifth Avenue and has begun a comprehensive repositioning effort and capital improvement program, which includes new lobby, elevator cabs, corridors and bathrooms, façade renovation and infrastructure upgrade. This program will position the property as an upscale boutique building with appeal to image conscious tenants desiring Grand Central convenience.

Located in close proximity to both Grand Central Terminal and Penn Station on the northeast corner of Fifth Avenue and East 43rd Street, the 39–story 521 Fifth Avenue contains 459,566 square feet of office space.

Commenting on the agreement, Steven Durels, Executive Vice President and Director of Leasing for SL Green, said, “We’re very pleased to welcome our newest tenant, Sextant Search Partners, to 521 Fifth Avenue. In particular, we’re delighted that our redevelopment plan has been so well endorsed as demonstrated by the strong leasing demand for the building.”

Derrick Ades, Timothy Dempsey and Sinclair Li of CB Richard Ellis, Inc. represented the tenant in this transaction.

Company Profile

SL Green Realty Corp. is a self–administered and self–managed real estate investment trust, or REIT, that predominantly acquires, owns, repositions and manages a portfolio of Manhattan office properties. As of December 31, 2005, the Company owned 28 office properties totaling 18.2 million square feet. SL Green’s retail space ownership totals 168,300 square feet at five properties. The Company is the only publicly held REIT that specializes exclusively in this niche.

SL Green Realty Corp. Elevates Lawrence A. Swiger To Senior Vice President

Wed, 17 January 2007 09:31:32 GMT

New York, NY – January 17, 2007 – SL Green Realty Corp. (NYSE: SLG) today announced the promotion of Lawrence A. Swiger, 42, to Senior Vice President, Leasing, effective immediately.

A nine-year veteran of SL Green, Mr. Swiger has completed over 1.5 million square feet of lease transactions and is responsible for leasing a six building portfolio with over 3.2 million square feet. In particular, Mr. Swiger has helped to drive the impressive leasing activity at 420 Lexington Avenue, site of SL Green’s headquarters, and at 100 Park Avenue, which is currently undergoing a $70 million redevelopment program. Among recent leasing transactions, Mr. Swiger engineered the new lease at 16 East 34th Street to accommodate celebrity chef, Rachael Ray’s monthly publication, Every Day with Rachael Ray and Ricoh Corp’s new lease at 711 Third Avenue.

“Larry has consistently made valuable contributions to the success and growth of our company and it is a pleasure for us to recognize his efforts by announcing this well-deserved promotion,” commented Steven M. Durels, Executive Vice President, Director of Leasing. “In addition to maintaining relationships with the 350 tenants within his portfolio of properties, Mr. Swiger also mentors the development of junior staff members within the SL Green leasing department.”

Prior to joining SL Green, Mr. Swiger was responsible for the leasing and management of Hines Interests Limited Partnership’s 885 Third Avenue (the “Lipstick Building”). He began his real estate career as a commercial broker with Julien J. Studley, Inc. in 1993.

A graduate of Emory University and Fordham University School of Law, Mr. Swiger is a member of the Real Estate Board of New York, the Young Men’s and Women’s Real Estate Association and the New York State Bar.

About SL Green Realty Corp.

SL Green Realty Corp. is a self-administered and self-managed real estate investment trust, or REIT, that predominantly acquires, owns, repositions and manages a portfolio of Manhattan office properties. As of September 30, 2006 the Company owned 27 office properties totaling approximately 18.4 million square feet. SL Green’s retail ownership totals approximately 300,000 square feet at eight properties. The Company is the only publicly held REIT that specializes exclusively in this niche.

SL Green Taps Newmark Knight Frank As Leasing Agent for 100 Church Street

Wed, 13 January 2010 16:14:14 GMT

New York, NY - November 17, 2009 - SL Green Realty Corp. (NYSE: SLG) announced that it has appointed Newmark Knight Frank as co-leasing agent for 100 Church Street, the 1,076,236-square-foot office building situated between Park Place and Barclay Street bordering Lower Manhattan's Financial District and Tribeca.

Newmark's President James Kuhn and Principal Brian Waterman, Jonathan Fanuzzi, Hal Stein, and Jamie Jacobs are spearheading the leasing initiative at the property, which has over 540,000 square feet of immediate space availability.

"Newmark brings a deep bench of professionals to this assignment," said Steven Durels, SL Green Executive Vice President and Director of Leasing and Real Property. "Their extensive market knowledge and active downtown transactional work will provide the perfect support as we re-introduce 100 Church Street to the marketplace."

"Today tenants and brokers are looking not just at economics and location, but at the quality and financial strength of the landlord; fortunately, we have all three covered at 100 Church Street," said Mr. Kuhn.

SL Green recently took over management and leasing of 100 Church Street and is completing a redevelopment that includes new windows, elevator, HVAC, lobby, corridors and bathrooms. The building enjoys unique convenience to public transportation plus all of the dining and shopping opportunities of the nearby Tribeca neighborhood. Available floors are highly efficient with sizes ranging between 42,000 - 65,000 square feet each.

Among existing tenants in the building are New York City Corporation Counsel, Niche Media, HQ Executive Suites, and IDC.

About SL Green Realty Corp.

SL Green Realty Corp. is a self-administered and self-managed real estate investment trust, or REIT, that predominantly acquires, owns, repositions and manages Manhattan office properties. The Company is the only publicly held REIT that specializes in this niche. As of March 31, 2009, the Company owned 29 New York City office properties totaling approximately 23,211,200 square feet, making it New York's largest office landlord. In addition, at March 31, 2009, SL Green held investment interests in, among other things, eight retail properties encompassing approximately 400,212 square feet, three development properties encompassing approximately 399,800 square feet and two land interests, along with ownership interests in 33 suburban assets totaling 6,986,500 square feet in Brooklyn, Queens, Long Island, Westchester County, Connecticut and New Jersey.

New Solar Roof at 500 West Putnam in Greenwich Continues Reckson's Committment to Sustainability

Wed, 13 January 2010 16:09:58 GMT

First Building in Reckson's Suburban Portfolio to Feature This

On Site Renewable Energy System

White Plains, NY - January 5, 2010 - Reckson, a Division of SL Green Realty Corp. is proud to announce the installation of a new 100 kilowatt photovoltaic solar panel system on the roof of 500 W. Putnam in Greenwich, Connecticut. The system is capable of delivering up to 50 percent of the building's energy needs during peak performance, and it's anticipated that it will provide approximately five percent of the property's annual energy needs.

"We are thrilled to announce this environmentally significant achievement at 500 West Putnam, the first building in our 31-property suburban portfolio to receive a solar roof installation," said John Barnes, Senior Vice President and Senior Director who added that over the course of the next 30 years, this system is expected to offset over six million pounds of carbon emissions, which is equivalent to planting 240 acres of trees or recycling 58,050,000 cans of soda or not driving 4.5 million miles in a car.

The new solar paneled roof, installed by Mercury Solar systems in a little over four week's time and partially financed with State and Federal grants, aligns with LEED requirements. It provides onsite renewable energy both for the property and its tenants and it allows tenants seeking LEED Commercial Interior Certification to be eligible for points associated with its "Onsite Renewable Energy" category.

Reckson has embraced sustainability since 2007 when it launched its suburban sustainable program led by Jason Black LEED AP, which involves expanding its recycling efforts to include carpet and ceiling tile, following efforts to recycle cardboard and scrap metal from all job sites. To date, Reckson has recycled over 350,000 square feet of each carpet and ceiling tile, totaling over 200 tons of debris diverted from landfills. In 2008, Reckson was recognized by BOMA Westchester with its ‘Best Green Initiative' Award for its sustainable program. And two months ago, the Company completed its $1.2 million suburban office lighting retrofit program, which involved upgrading/replacing existing light fixtures within 20 of Reckson's Westchester and Connecticut buildings' core/common/garage areas with high efficiency fixtures. Reckson's sustainable program is expected to provide an annual savings of approximately $500,000 in reduced energy costs with a payback period of 1.2 years.

According to Mr. Barnes, "Our corporate culture totally embraces the green movement. We have four LEED accredited professionals on staff who develop and implement our sustainable programs and our employees participate in the Westchester County Climate Change Action Committee and The White Plains Green Technology Committee."

Reckson, acquired by SL Green Realty Corp. in 2007, is one of the leading owners and operators of suburban commercial real estate with approximately six million square feet of Class A commercial office space in its portfolio.

About SL Green Realty Corp.

SL Green Realty Corp. is a self-administered and self-managed real estate investment trust, or REIT, that predominantly acquires, owns, repositions and manages Manhattan office properties. The Company is the only publicly held REIT that specializes in this niche. As of March 31, 2009, the Company owned 29 New York City office properties totaling approximately 23,211,200 square feet, making it New York's largest office landlord. In addition, at March 31, 2009, SL Green held investment interests in, among other things, eight retail properties encompassing approximately 400,212 square feet, three development properties encompassing approximately 399,800 square feet and two land interests, along with ownership interests in 33 suburban assets totaling 6,986,500 square feet in Brooklyn, Queens, Long Island, Westchester County, Connecticut and New Jersey.

SL Green Realty Rolls into 2007 with a Lease at 485 Lexington Avenue

Wed, 11 January 2006 09:24:36 GMT

New Lease Raises Building Occupancy to over 90 Percent

New York, NY – January 11, 2006 – SL Green Realty Corp. (NYSE: SLG) today announced that it has signed a new lease with the prominent law firm, Grant & Eisenhofer, P.A. for the entire 29th floor of 485 Lexington Avenue. The new ten-year lease covering 13,703 square feet, one of the last remaining tower floors, brings the building’s occupancy to over ninety percent.

The 32-story, 926,122 square foot office tower stands adjacent to Grand Central Terminal on Lexington Avenue between 46th and 47th Streets. SL Green recently completed an extensive $25 million capital program that included replacement of 4,000 windows, upgrading of electric and HVAC capacities, new lobby and new storefronts together with an extensive re-branding program. Prominent building tenants include Citigroup, one of the nation’s leading financial institutions, Omnicom, the world’s largest advertising company, St. Paul Travelers, international provider of property casualty insurance and surety products, Fairchild Publications, publisher of trade and consumer newspapers and books, Nortel Networks, a multinational telecommunications equipment manufacturer headquartered in Toronto, Canada, and Novantas, LLC, prominent international management consulting firm.

“We’re pleased to welcome Grant & Eisenhofer, P.A. to 485 Lexington Avenue,” said Steven Durels, Executive Vice President and Director of Leasing for SL Green.“Coming fast on the heels of 54,656 square feet in leasing at the building in December 2006 alone, this latest lease reemphasizes the considerable appeal of our recently completed capital improvement program along with the building’s proximity to Grand Central Terminal. We look forward to announcing the building’s 100 percent occupancy in the very near future.”

Michael Doetsch of Williamson, Picket, Gross, Inc together with Alexander Chudnoff and Steven Bauer of Cushman & Wakefield, Inc. represented the tenant in this transaction. David Turino of SL Green Realty Corp. represented the landlord.

About SL Green Realty Corp.

SL Green Realty Corp. is a self-administered and self-managed real estate investment trust, or REIT, that predominantly acquires, owns, repositions and manages a portfolio of Manhattan office properties. As of September 30, 2006 the Company owned 27 office properties totaling approximately 18.4 million square feet. SL Green’s retail ownership totals approximately 300,000 square feet at eight properties. The Company is the only publicly held REIT that specializes exclusively in this niche.

Forward-looking Information

This press release contains forward-looking information based upon the Company’s current best judgment and expectations. Actual results could vary from those presented herein. The risks and uncertainties associated with forward-looking information in this release include the strength of the commercial office real estate markets in New York, competitive market conditions, unanticipated administrative costs, timing of leasing income, general and local economic conditions, interest rates, capital market conditions, tenant bankruptcies and defaults, the availability and cost of comprehensive insurance, including coverage for terrorist acts, and other factors, which are beyond the Company’s control. We undertake no obligation to publicly update or revise any of the forward-looking information. For further information, please refer to the Company’s filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

Two Tenants Sign Leases Totaling 25,835 Square Feet at SL Green's 810 Seventh Avenue

Wed, 1 July 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Comverse Technology Expands to 17,320 Square Feet, More than Doubling in Size

Nigro Karlin Segal & Feldstein LLP Signs New Lease for 8,514 Square Feet

New York, NY July 1, 2009 -SL Green Realty Corp. (NYSE: SLG) today announced that Comverse Technology, Inc., an international telecommunications giant, and Nigro Karlin Segal & Feldstein, LLP, leading Los Angeles-based certified public accountants specializing in the entertainment industry, have signed leases which, combined, total 25,834 square feet at 810 Seventh Avenue, the 41-story, 694,000-square-foot tower located between West 53rd and 52nd Streets.

The property has recently completed an extensive $10 million redevelopment program, which included a complete re-design of the lobby, elevator cabs, common corridors and bathrooms. The design theme focuses on environmental sustainability with features that include the use of natural building materials, energy efficient lighting and sustainable wood products.

Comverse Technology signed a new ten-year lease covering 17,320 square feet for its worldwide headquarters covering the entire 32nd floor of the building. The company, which designs, develops, manufactures, markets and supports computer and telecommunications systems and software for over two billion subscribers in more than 130 countries, had occupied the entire 35th floor of the building since 2006.

Nigro Karlin Segal & Feldstein LLP signed a new five-year 8,514-square-foot lease to occupy a portion of the 17th floor.

"810 Seventh Avenue is the best value for tenants seeking first-class office space in the Plaza district. The building's convenient location, high profile architectural design, sweeping Central Park views and economical rents are a rare combination," said Steven Durels, SL Green Executive Vice President and Director of Leasing and Real Property. "We are delighted to accommodate Comverse's long-term expansion requirement, and welcome Nigro as a new tenant."

Paul Ippolito, Michael Ippolito, and Michael Morris of Newmark Knight Frank represented Comverse in the transaction. John B. Brod and Howard Hersh of PBS Realty Advisors LLC represented Nigro Karlin. SL Green was represented in both transactions by Newmark Knight Frank's David Falk, Peter Schminkin and Danny Levine, and by Larry Swiger and Christopher Gulden respectively in-house.

Attorneys were: Andrew Lampert, Esq. and Michael Federman, Esq. of Federman Steifman, LLP for Comverse, and Paul A. Gangsei, Esq. of Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, for Nigro Karlin. SL Green's Joan Thompson Esq. acted in-house for SL Green in both transactions.

About SL Green Realty Corp.

SL Green Realty Corp. is a self-administered and self-managed real estate investment trust, or REIT, that predominantly acquires, owns, repositions and manages Manhattan office properties. The Company is the only publicly held REIT that specializes in this niche. As of March 31, 2009, the Company owned 29 New York City office properties totaling approximately 23,211,200 square feet, making it New York's largest office landlord. In addition, at March 31, 2009, SL Green held investment interests in, among other things, eight retail properties encompassing approximately 400,212 square feet, three development properties encompassing approximately 399,800 square feet and two land interests, along with ownership interests in 33 suburban assets totaling 6,986,500 square feet in Brooklyn, Queens, Long Island, Westchester County, Connecticut and New Jersey.

SL Green Announces New 11,243 SF Lease with Zelnick Media Corp at 19 West 44th Street

Wed, 1 August 2007 09:36:42 GMT

New York, NY – August 1, 2007 – SL Green Realty Corp. (NYSE: SLG) today announced that it has completed a new ten-year lease agreement with Zelnick Media Corporation, a private equity firm specializing in the media industry, covering the entire 18th floor penthouse comprising 11,243 square feet at 19 West 44th Street.

“We’re pleased to welcome Zelnick Media to 19 West 44th Street,” commented Steven Durels, Executive Vice President and Director of Leasing and Real Property for SL Green. “This transaction provides Zelnick with unique space featuring dramatic 15-foot ceilings and elaborate outdoor terraces.”

Located between Fifth and Sixth Avenues in close proximity to both Times Square and Grand Central Terminal, 19 West 44th Street is an 18-story building containing 286,279 rentable square feet. Current tenants include accounting firm, Urbach Kahn Werlin Advisors, and consulting engineers, Robert Derector Associates.

Alan Desino and Harly Stevens of CB Richard Ellis, Inc represented the tenant and Amy Shustek of SL Green Realty Corp represented the landlord in this transaction.

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SL Green Realty Corp. Promotes Vander Veen to SVP, Director of Construction

Tue, 9 October 2007 15:46:53 GMT

New York, NY – October 9, 2007 – SL Green Realty Corp. (NYSE: SLG) today announced the promotion of Andrew J. Vander Veen, 43, to Senior Vice President, Director of Construction, effective immediately.

Mr. Vander Veen, who joined SL Green Realty Corp. in 2005 as a Vice President of Construction, will continue to oversee the company’s construction activities and high profile redevelopment efforts, most notably at 100 Park Avenue, 521 Fifth Avenue and 1551 Broadway.

Prior to joining SL Green, Mr. Vander Veen, who has over 15 years experience in construction project management, was Director of Design and Construction for Trizec Properties’ Northeast region. His role entailed oversight of construction management at such notable properties as the Grace Building, One New York Plaza, Jersey City’s Newport Tower, and the World Apparel Center at 1411 Broadway.

Edward V. Piccinich, Executive Vice President and Director of Management and Construction to whom Mr. Vander Veen will continue to report, commented, “We are very pleased to announce this well-deserved promotion. During his time at SL Green, Andrew has made significant contributions to our growth and success. We look forward to his continued, exemplary work as a key player in our efforts to maximize the value of our portfolio.”

A graduate of Michigan State University, Mr. Vander Veen is affiliated with the Real Estate Board of New York, BOMA, and the American Society of Civil Engineers.

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SL Green Realty Corp. Hires New SVP, Operations

Tue, 9 October 2007 15:00:13 GMT

New York, NY – October 9, 2007 – SL Green Realty Corp. (NYSE: SLG) today announced that is has hired Lawrence J. Thomson, 42, as Senior Vice President, Director of Operations. In this newly created role, Mr. Thomson will assume responsibility for SL Green’s 25 million square foot New York City office portfolio and assist with leasing activity for the same. He will report directly to Edward V. Piccinich, Executive Vice President and Director of Management and Construction.

Mr. Thomson was previously a Managing Director of Sussex Bancorp, where he directed operations of a bank subsidiary. As a Managing Principal of Meridian Realty Services, he oversaw real estate development, property management and brokerage operations. This work included providing real estate services to affiliated partnerships, lending institutions and federal and state courts, as a trustee/receiver. Prior to joining Meridian in 1999, Mr. Thomson served as a Vice President in Facilities Management at JP Morgan Chase Bank where he handled the firm’s real estate operations in over 70 locations worldwide.

Commenting on this new hire, Mr. Piccinich said, “We are very pleased to welcome Larry to SL Green where his depth of experience will be a strong complement to the range of capabilities inherent in our dynamic operations team. Larry is well respected by his peers. We look forward to his contributions as we continue to build upon SL Green’s role as New York City’s preeminent and preferred office landlord.”

Mr. Thomson’s accreditations include a BA in Finance from Stockton State College, and MBA with emphasis in Finance and Management from the Stern School of Business at New York University. Larry is also licensed as a real estate broker, and received an accountant/auditor designation from the State of New Jersey Department of Law & Public Safety.

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Leasing Velocity Accelerates at SL Green’s 16 Court Street

Tue, 8 July 2008 14:51:52 GMT

Brooklyn’s Tallest Building Attracts Wide Diversity of Tenants

New York, NY – July 8, 2008 – Three new New York City-based tenants have expanded their businesses by leasing office space totaling 6,553 square feet at SL Green Realty Corp’s 16 Court Street, Brooklyn’s tallest commercial office building.

Naxos, a classical music record company signed a 1,000-square-foot lease for three years on the 12th floor. Hudson Valley Bank, private banking for attorneys, signed a 10-year deal for 2,397 square feet on the 19th floor. Lastly, Conservation Services Group, energy conservation consultants, committed to 3,156 square feet on the 18th floor for a period of three years.

“Downtown Brooklyn is becoming a magnet for companies desiring the proximity to Manhattan at more cost effective rental rates,” said Mr. Durels, SL Green’s Executive Vice President and Director of Leasing. “16 Court Street is an iconic property, towering 400 feet above the borough. Now that our $16 million capital program is solidly underway, we’re beginning to attract a wide diversity of companies who want to be part of the Brooklyn business boom, occupying Class A space with brand new elevators and a renovated lobby among other major upgrades.”

Gary Kamenetsky and Stewart Tudor of CBRE together with Chris Havens of CRES acted on behalf of SL Green as its exclusive leasing agent for 16 Court Street. Richard Leroy and Brian Soss of Delphi Commercial represented Hudson Valley Bank and David Kahane of DAK Realty represented Conservation Services Group.

Currently, 69,000 square feet of space is available in the 284,000-square-foot property.

About SL Green Realty Corp.

SL Green Realty Corp. is a self-administered and self-managed real estate investment trust, or REIT, that predominantly acquires, owns, repositions and manages Manhattan office properties. The Company is the only publicly held REIT that specializes in this niche. As of March 31, 2008, the Company owned 31 New York City office properties totaling approximately 24,389,200 square feet, making it New York's largest office landlord. In addition, SL Green holds investment interests in, among other things, nine retail properties encompassing approximately 400,212 square feet, one development property encompassing approximately 85,000 square feet and two land interests, along with ownership interests in 36 suburban assets totaling 7,867,500 square feet in Brooklyn, Queens, Long Island, Westchester County, Connecticut and New Jersey.

SL Green Signs 2 Major Leases at Brooklyn's 16 Court Street

Tue, 7 April 2009 14:32:59 GMT

Acclaimed Landscape Architect and City of New York Commit to 23,234 Square Feet at Brooklyn Tallest Office Building

New York, NY - January 21, 2009 - SL Green Realty Corp. (NYSE: SLG) today announced that it has signed a new lease with Michael Van Valkenburg Associates, Inc., and a renewal lease with The City of New York Department of Citywide Administrative Services (DCAS), for administrative offices serving the Department of Mental Health and Hygiene, totaling 23,234 square feet at 16 Court Street, Brooklyn's tallest office tower.

Michael Van Valkenburg Associates, Inc. is a leading national landscape designer specializing in the building and restoration of landscapes for a broad range of public, private and corporate clients. Significantly, Van Valkenburg is the designer of the Brooklyn Bridge Park, which at 85 acres, is the largest park in Brooklyn history since Prospect Park.

DCAS is the administrative arm of the City of New York, the government entity responsible for supporting all City agencies which provide services to the public. The Department of Mental Health and Hygiene has been a tenant at 16 Court Street for over 15 years.

"We are delighted these two important tenants have selected 16 Court Street for their corporate offices," said Steven Durels, Executive Vice President and Director of Leasing and Real Property for SL Green. "We are completing a major $20 million building redevelopment, which includes a new lobby, elevators, corridors, façade restoration, and windows together with HVAC and electric upgrades. The building's location, only one subway stop away from Manhattan, makes 16 Court Street an extremely compelling option for tenants desiring close proximity at affordable rental rates. The extensive building renovation, convenient location, sweeping views of the New York harbor and affordable rental rates have kept leasing activity moving forward at a brisk pace."

Van Valkenburg, to occupy 12,216 square feet on the entire 11th floor for a lease term of more than 15 years, plans to move in around April 1st. DCAS committed to a five-year, 11,018-square-foot lease for the entire 2nd floor.

Built in 1927, 16 Court Street is a 36-story, 290,000-square-foot landmark offering breathtaking views of the Manhattan skyline. Among its tenants are the New York City of Transportation, the New York Times' Brooklyn Bureau, Marcus & Millichap, Hudson Valley Bank and the Kings County Democratic Committee.

Ted Rotante of First Service Williams represented Van Valkenburg, and Peter Hennessy of Jones Lang LaSalle represented DCAS, while the landlord was represented by Chris Havens of Corporate Real Estate Services, Inc. and Gary Kamenetsky and Stewart Tudor of CB Richard Ellis, together with Larry Swiger and Christopher Gulden of SL Green Realty Corp.

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Horizon Media Subleases 40,759 Sq Ft at 330 Madison Avenue

Tue, 7 April 2009 11:35:12 GMT

New York, NY - April 7, 2009 - SL Green Realty Corp. (NYSE: SLG) announced today that it has arranged a 40,759-square-foot sublease for Horizon Media, Inc., the nation's largest independent media services company, at 330 Madison Avenue. BDO Seidmen LLP, one of the nation's largest financial consulting and accounting firms, formerly occupied the space, before relocating to 121,441 square feet at SL Green's 100 Park Avenue.

"This was a tremendous economic solution for Horizon Media," said Howard Tenenbaum, Executive Vice President for SL Green, "providing them with fully furnished, upscale space to accommodate their on-going growth."

SL Green's Howard J. Tenenbaum and Gary M. Rosen brokered the transaction, representing both Horizon and SL Green. Horizon has already moved into the building, taking occupancy of the entire 10th floor.

About Horizon Media, Inc.

Founded in 1989 and headquartered in New York City, Horizon Media, Inc., is dedicated to helping clients sell products and build brands through insightful marketing counsel, media-neutral strategic planning and effective negotiation and placement, Horizon's approach to brand marketing and development has resulted in estimated billings of $1.85 billion and established the company as the fastest growing independent agency in the industry. The company also has offices in Los Angeles, San Diego and Amsterdam, and Netherlands.

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Ambassador Construction Company Renews Headquarters Lease at SL Green's 317 Madison Avenue

Tue, 7 April 2009 11:31:15 GMT

New York, NY - April 7, 2009 - SL Green Realty Corp. (NYSE: SLG) today announced that Ambassador Construction Company, Inc. has renewed its lease covering 13,784 square feet on the 12th floor of 317 Madison Avenue.

Ambassador is one of New York City's leading interior construction companies providing pre-construction, general contracting and construction management services. This lease together with several other recent transactions has increased the building occupancy to 98 percent.

" Ambassador has been a long-term building tenant and we're delighted that they have chosen to extend that relationship," said Steven Durels, Executive Vice President and Director of Leasing and Real Property for SL Green.

Other tenants at the 23-story, 485,641-square-foot 317 Madison, located between East 42nd and 43red Streets only blocks from Grand Central Terminal, include TD Bank, Entertainment Software Board, Headway Corporate Resources, Inc. and New York Focus.

James E. Frederick of Colliers ABR, Inc. represented Ambassador in the transaction, while SL Green's Elaine Anazagasty acted in-house on behalf of the landlord.

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SL Green Inks Two New Full Floor Leases with Leading Hedge Funds at 810 Seventh Avenue

Tue, 6 November 2007 14:28:19 GMT

New York, NY – November 6, 2007 – SL Green Realty Corp. (NYSE: SLG) today announced that it has signed two new leases with leading hedge funds, Longacre Fund Management, LLC and Diamondback New York, LLC, at 810 Seventh Avenue. Each firm has taken an entire floor of 16,858 square feet at the midtown office tower.

Longacre Fund Management is an existing building tenant whose business is rapidly expanding. They will occupy the entire 33rd floor.

Diamondback is currently a tenant at SL Green’s 1 Landmark Square in Stamford, Connecticut. When they decided to expand into New York City it was natural that they turned to SL Green to assist with their space needs. Diamondback will occupy the entire 37th floor.

Commenting on the agreement, Steven Durels, Executive Vice President and Director of Leasing and Real Property for SL Green, said, “We’re always very pleased to be able to accommodate our existing tenants by meeting their growth needs, particularly when we can take advantage of the obvious synergies that exist within our portfolio, including with our properties outside of New York City. We look forward to continuing to build our relationship with Longacre Management at 810 Seventh Avenue just as we welcome another of our tenants, Diamondback Capital to its new Manhattan headquarters.”

With outstanding views over New York City and New Jersey, 810 Seventh Avenue is a 41-story, 748,023 square foot office tower centrally located in midtown Manhattan on 53rd Street surrounded by Times Square, Corporate Row and Central Park. The building’s location affords tenants ease of access to shopping and restaurants as well as all major public transportation lines and transportation hubs. Other prominent tenants include Hoplite Capital Management, Alson Capital Partners, Hearst Communications, The National Geographic Society and Practicing Law Institute.

Alexander Chudnoff of Cushman and Wakefield represented Longacre Management in its leasing transaction. Chris Mongeluzzo of Newmark & Company Real Estate, Inc. represented Diamondback Capital.

Company Profile

SL Green Realty Corp. is a self-administered and self-managed real estate investment trust, or REIT, that predominantly acquires, owns, repositions and manages Manhattan office properties. The Company is the only publicly held REIT that specializes in this niche. As of September 30, 2007, the Company owned 31 New York City office properties totaling approximately 22,353,200 square feet, making it New York’s largest office landlord. In addition, SL Green holds investment interests in, among other things, retail properties (10) encompassing approximately 393,789 square feet, development property (one) encompassing approximately 85,000 square feet and land interests (two), along with ownership of 36 suburban assets totaling 7,867,500 square feet in Brooklyn, Queens, Long Island, Westchester County, Connecticut and New Jersey.

Lighthouse Financial Group Expands into 17,000 Sq Ft at SL Green's 420 Lexington Avenue

Tue, 6 January 2009 15:35:36 GMT

New York, NY - January 6, 2008 - SL Green Realty Corp. (NYSE: SLG) today announced that Lighthouse Financial Group has expanded by 12,000 square feet and simultaneously extended its term for a total commitment of 17,000 square feet at 420 Lexington Avenue (aka the Graybar Building) the 30-story 1.2-million square foot property that towers above Grand Central Terminal at Lexington Avenue and East 45th Street.

Lighthouse Financial Group, LLC is a New York-based investment bank and institutional securities firm focused on providing products and services to institutional and private banking clientele.

"We were very pleased to have been able to accommodate the continued growth of Lighthouse Financial's New York City headquarters," said Steven Durels, Executive Vice President and Director of Leasing and Real Property for SL Green. "Lighthouse is a long-time tenant, which has grown from its initial 1,300 square feet leased in 2002."

420 Lexington features a landmark quality lobby, new elevators and recently upgraded public corridors and bathrooms. Other large tenants include Metro North Commuter Railroad, Bank Leumi, New York Life Insurance Company, New Plan Excel Realty, and Russell Reynolds Associates.

SL Green's Ashley M. Gee acted on behalf of both the landlord and Lighthouse Financial in transacting the lease renewal and expansion.

About Lighthouse Financial Group, LLC

Founded in 1999, Lighthouse Financial Group LLC became a subsidiary of Lighthouse Global Partners, LLC in 2005. By combining the financial expertise of a global trading firm and the fiscal innovation of a boutique investment bank, Lighthouse leverages its full-service platform and extends its services to institutions and investment professionals globally. Lighthouse Financial offers clients access to electronic execution and clearing services through Goldman Sachs Execution & Clearing, L.P and Penson Financial. Lighthouse Financial is a registered member of FINRA, MSRB and NFA and all accounts are insured by SIPC.

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Adzina Media Group Quadruples in Size at SL Green's 1350 Avenue of the Americas

Tue, 5 May 2009 10:56:55 GMT

Division of Amazon.com Relocates within SL Green's Portfolio

New York, NY - May 5, 2009 SL Green Realty Corp. (NYSE: SLG) today announced that Adzinia Media Group, LLC, a division of Amazon.com, has relocated and expanded within the SL Green portfolio of buildings to 1350 Avenue of the Americas.

The company signed a five-year lease covering 10,050 square feet on a portion of the 11th floor at the 35-story, 585,156-square-foot tower . Adzinia relocated from 2,400-square feet in SL Green's 420 Lexington Avenue where it had a lease through to 2013.

"One of the unique advantages for tenants within our buildings is our ability to provide growth opportunities throughout the entire 24 million-square-foot portfolio," said Steven Durels, SL Green Executive Vice President, Director of Leasing and Real Property who added that "this includes a wide selection of Midtown building locations and property types. That ability was instrumental in this transaction."

Green recently completed an extensive capital program at the building, which included new lobby and entrance, upgraded security and new common corridors. In addition to its prime Plaza District location and stunning Central Park views, the building has a co-gen electric plant, in-building movie theater for private screenings and new full-service restaurant with outdoor plaza seating.

Jack Petrie and Justin Halpern of Cresa Partners New York, LLC represented Adzinia in the transaction. Other tenants at the property include Harper and Collins Publishing; Rothstein, Kass & Co., and Highbridge Capital Management.

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SL Green Inks 103,000 Sq. Ft. of Lease Renewals with Seligman at 100 Park Avenue

Tue, 5 June 2007 12:11:08 GMT

New York, NY – June 5,2007 – SL Green Realty Corp. (NYSE: SLG) today announced that it has completed two new 10-year lease renewal agreements at 100 Park Avenue with J. & W. Seligman and Co. Incorporated and Seligman Data Corporation covering a total of 103,000 square feet. Included are J. & W. Seligman’s headquarters, comprising 90,000 square feet located on the seventh and eighth floors, and Seligman Data Corporation’s 13,300 square foot on a portion of the second floor. Both long-term tenants at 100 Park Avenue, J. & W. Seligman is one of the foremost investment management firms in the nation while its subsidiary, Seligman Data Corporation, is the shareholder service agent for the Seligman Group of Funds.

100 Park Avenue is currently undergoing a dramatic $70 million redevelopment program that will transform the property into the premier Park Avenue office building in the Grand Central area. The building has completed a spectacular new, two-story atrium lobby and has installed 2,500 new insulated windows. Ongoing renovations include a stunning new glass façade, sleek new elevator cabs with glass and stone accents, new HVAC systems, upgraded electric capacity, a new emergency generator, and state-of-the-art security.

Commenting on the new agreement, Steven Durels, Executive Vice President and Director of Leasing for SL Green, said, “As our redevelopment plan nears its midway point, the impressive results are plain for all to see, most particularly at the entrance to the building which now features a spectacular new atrium lobby, new elevator cabs and double height storefronts. We are delighted that J. & W. Seligman Company and Seligman Data Corporation, both valued and long-term tenants, share our vision for 100 Park Avenue as the preeminent Park Avenue office tower at Grand Central Terminal. These two transactions are strong endorsements of our redevelopment design and reflect our enduring commitment to strong tenant relationships.”

Located one block south of Grand Central Terminal between 40th and 41st streets, 100 Park Avenue is a 36-story, Class A building, containing 887,489 rentable square feet. The building offers 10,300 to 45,000 square foot floors. Other prestigious tenants include Altria, Fox Rothschild LLP and Gerling America Insurance.

Tara Stacom of Cushman & Wakefield represented the tenant in this transaction.

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Major Internet Retailer Locates to SL Green's 125 Chubb Avenue in New Jersey

Tue, 4 November 2008 11:21:33 GMT

Lease for 29,861 is Largest Intra-Market Transaction

in the Meadowlands This Year

New York, NY - November 4, 2008 - SL Green Realty Corp. is pleased to announce that a major Internet retailer has signed a 12-year lease covering 29,861 square feet at 125 Chubb Avenue (aka Skyline Corporate Center) in Lyndhurst, New Jersey.

Reputed to be one of the Internet's largest retailers, the tenant will occupy a portion of the third floor of the 278,500-square-foot five-story property at which SL Green recently unveiled a truly progressive repositioning.

"We are thrilled to welcome such a renowned online national retailer as the first new tenant to 125 Chubb Avenue following the building's extensive renovation," said John Barnes, Senior Vice President and Senior Director of SL Green who explained that the multi-million dollar comprehensive capital improvement program included a brand new architecturally distinct lobby; bathroom and common area renovation incorporating the latest ‘green building technology'; a new, state-of-the-art HVAC system; a new food service/fitness center amenity base; and a new landscaping program. In addition, the building further benefits from an expanded & redundant power capability as well as existing data center infrastructure including back-up generators, UPS systems and switch.

"We transformed an obsolete Class B building into a state-of -the-art Class A facility that consequently is beginning to generate tremendous interest among prospective tenants, both locally and from further afield," added Mr. Barnes.

The tenant will move into its new premises, formerly an Ernst and Young office/ data center operation, in April 2009. Upon their move-in, the building will still have approximately 250,000 square feet of remaining office space for lease, making it one of the largest available blocks of space within a ten-mile radius of Manhattan.

Gregory Barkan, First Vice President of CBRE represented SL Green in the transaction, while J.C. Giordano and Charlie Dillon from Staubach acted on behalf of the national retailer.

"This transaction represents the largest intra-market deal in the Meadowlands to date in 2008," reported Gregory Barkan who added that Internet retailer was formerly located in Secaucus, New Jersey. "This transaction continues to demonstrate the trend of ‘flight to quality' by today's sophisticated corporate tenants."

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Insight Communications Renews at SL Green's 810 Seventh Avenue

Tue, 28 April 2009 00:00:00 GMT

New York, NY - April 28, 2009 - SL Green Realty Corp. (NYSE: SLG) announced today that long-time tenant Insight Communications has renewed its 34,640-square-foot lease for the entire 40th and 41st floors at 810 Seventh Avenue, a 41-story tower situated between West 52nd and 53rd Streets in Midtown Manhattan.

Insight, which renewed for a five year+ term, is a full-service telecommunications and cable company providing phone, high-speed Internet and video services to more than 70,000 customers in the Midwest.

"We are delighted that Insight has opted to remain in its New York City headquarters, where it has been based for over 10 years," said Steven Durels, Executive Vice President and Director of Leasing and Real Property for SL Green who added that the 695,000-square-foot property has just completed $13 million of capital improvements which include stunning new lobby, common corridors, bathrooms, elevator cabs, façade restoration and state-of-the-art security.

Patrick Heeg of Jones Lang LaSalle acted on behalf of Insight in the transaction, while SL Green's Christopher Gulden represented the landlord.

Other prominent tenants in the building include Ion Media Networks, Hoplite Capital Management, Diamond Back Advisors, Longacre Fund Management, Oppenheimer & Co., Cingular, and Hearst Communications.

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SL Green Signs Lease with Wells Fargo Trade Capital at 100 Park Avenue

Tue, 27 January 2009 11:41:05 GMT

Bank Commits to 44,716 Square Feet on Entire Third Floor

New York, NY - January 27, 2008 - SL Green Realty Corp. (NYSE: SLG) today announced that Wells Fargo Trade Capital has signed a new ten-year lease totaling 44,716 square feet covering the entire third floor of 100 Park Avenue.

Wells Fargo Trade Capital is a subsidiary of Wells Fargo Bank and specializes in asset-based lending and factoring businesses.

We're delighted that Wells Fargo Trade Capital has selected 100 Park for its New York offices," said Steven Durels, Executive Vice President and Director of Leasing and Real Property for SL Green. "This transaction is further validation of the successful redevelopment of the building."

SL Green recently completed its largest ever redevelopment at the building. The $72 million modernization included creation of a two-story atrium lobby, a complete re-cladding of the façade, and extensive infrastructure improvements. The project is on track to earn a silver LEED designation and won the BOMA 2007/08 award for "Best Renovated Building."

Wells Fargo will be joining such prestigious tenants as BDO Seidman LLP, J&W Seligman & Company, Inc., and Kreindler & Kreindler LLP.

James Travers and James Fish of Travers Realty, together with Keith Caggiano of CB Richard Ellis, represented Wells Fargo Trade Capital, while Paul Glickman, Tara Stacom, Alex Chudoff, Mitti Liebersohn, Diana Biasotti, Jonathan Tootell and Andrew Ackerman of Cushman & Wakefield acted on behalf of SL Green.

About Wells Fargo Trade Capital

Wells Fargo Trade Capital (formerly Wells Fargo Century) has been in the specialty finance business for more than a half-century. Founded as Century Business Credit, this once family-owned factoring company that extended credit to the garment industry has been a subsidiary of banking giant Wells Fargo since 1999 and is one of the largest factoring outfits in the US. It primarily serves manufacturers, wholesalers, and importers. In addition to factoring services such as accounts receivable financing, credit reporting, and collections, clients can turn to Wells Fargo Trade Capital for working capital, trade financing, and letters of credit.

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SL Green Realty Corp’s 470 Park Avenue South Becomes Home to Newest Chipotle Mexican Grill

Tue, 27 February 2007 13:19:35 GMT

New York, NY – February 27, 2007 – SL Green Realty Corp. (NYSE: SLG) today announced that it has completed a new fifteen year lease with Chipotle Mexican Grill of Colorado, LLC (NYSE:CMG)(NYSE: CMG.B) covering 5,478 square feet at 470 Park Avenue South.

Chipotle Mexican Grill is a wildly popular quick service restaurant offering high-quality ingredients served in a distinctive atmosphere. Chipotle operates more than 570 restaurants across the country.

“We’re very pleased to welcome an establishment of Chipotle’s appeal to 470 Park Avenue South,” commented Steven M. Durels, Executive Vice President, Director of Leasing. “When selecting this site Chipotle was clearly attracted to the architectural quality of our building together with its desirable location within the midtown south market which boasts some of Manhattan’s strongest consumer demographics.”

470 Park Avenue South is a 260,000 square foot building recognizable by its prominent neoclassical façade and famed “Silk Clock”, one of just three mechanical clocks in Manhattan.

Jeffrey Roseman and Kenneth Hockhauser of Newmark Knight Frank Retail represented the tenant in this transaction.

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SL Green Realty Corp. Welcomes Fashion Retailer BCBG Max Azria Group to 461 Fifth Avenue

Tue, 27 February 2007 13:14:39 GMT

New York, NY – February 27, 2007 – SL Green Realty Corp. (NYSE: SLG) today announced that it has completed a 10-year lease agreement at 461 Fifth Avenue in New York City with leading fashion retailer, BCBG Max Azria Group, Inc. (“BCBG”). BCBG will occupy 14,398 square feet on portions of the basement, ground and second floors. The new high profile store will be BCBG’s fifth Manhattan retail location.

Commenting on the agreement, Steven M. Durels, Executive Vice President and Director of Leasing for SL Green, said, “BCBG’s choice to locate its newest Manhattan store in this trophy midtown office tower underscores, not only the prominence of the building but also the growing appeal of Fifth Avenue below 42nd Street as an evolving retail location for prominent retailers such as H&M and Sean John. We’re very pleased BCBG selected 461 Fifth Avenue for their most recent expansion and we’re proud to add the company’s name to our roster of prestigious tenants at the building.”

Situated directly across from the famous New York Public Library 461 Fifth Avenue is an architecturally prominent, Class A office tower with 201,152 rentable square feet. Designed by Skidmore, Owings and Merrill, the 18-story office tower houses prominent tenants include leading investment advisors, Copper Arch Capital, LLC and Shenkman Capital Management, prominent Indian financial institution, ICI Securities, Inc., as well as Japan Airlines and the world’s leading communications company, NTT Docomo.

Edward T. Brock of GVA Williams Real Estate Company represented the tenant in this new agreement. Jeff Roseman of Newmark New Spectrum represented the landlord.

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SL Green Announces 10,022-Sq Ft Lease with Enterprise Asset Management at 521 Fifth Avenue

Tue, 26 February 2008 11:25:03 GMT

Strong Tenant Demand Following $25 Million Capital Improvement Program

New York, NY – February 26, 2008 – SL Green Realty Corp. (NYSE: SLG) today announced it has completed a new 10-year lease agreement with Enterprise Asset Management, Inc. to occupy 10,022 square feet on the 18th floor of 521 Fifth Avenue.

The lease is one of a string of notable leasing transactions following SL Green’s $25 million capital improvement program at the 39-story office tower, which is situated at 43rd Street only two blocks from Grand Central Terminal.

According to Steven Durels, Executive Vice President and Director of Leasing and Real Property for SL Green, “Following its repositioning, 521 Fifth Avenue has become a magnet for financial services tenants and diversified corporate service providers. Enterprise, which provides private money management service, is just such a tenant. We are delighted to welcome them to our redeveloped property.”

Built in 1929, the 39-story 462,853-square-foot building’s other tenants include Starz Media Inc, a programming production and distribution company; Hiscox, Inc., a UK reinsurance firm; and Sextant Search Partners, a leading executive search firm. Circuit City Stores, Inc. is the ground and second floor retail anchor occupying a total of 25,866 square feet.

Kevin Wang of KRW Realty Advisors represented Enterprise Asset Management in the transaction. David Turino of SL Green represented the landlord.

About SL Green Realty Corp.

SL Green Realty Corp. is a self-administered and self-managed real estate investment trust, or REIT, that predominantly acquires, owns, repositions and manages Manhattan office properties. The Company is the only publicly held REIT that specializes in this niche. As of December 31, 2007, the Company owned 32 New York City office properties totaling approximately 24,728,200 square feet, making it New York's largest office landlord. In addition, SL Green holds investment interests in, among other things, retail properties (eight) encompassing approximately 353,939 square feet, development property (one) encompassing approximately 85,000 square feet and land interests (two), along with ownership of 36 suburban assets totaling 7,867,500 square feet in Brooklyn, Queens, Long Island, Westchester County, Connecticut and New Jersey.

SL Green Inks 23,216 SF Lease Expansion and Renewal with The Schonbraun McCann Group at Grand Central Square’s 750 Third Avenue

Tue, 24 July 2007 12:04:55 GMT

New York, NY – July 24, 2007 – SL Green Realty Corp. (NYSE: SLG) today announced that leading real estate consulting firm, The Schonbraun McCann Group, has expanded its offices and renewed its existing lease for five years within Grand Central Square’s 750 Third Avenue in a transaction covering 23,216 square feet. In addition to its existing 11,451 square feet on the 27th floor, The Schonbraun McCann Group has added 11,765 square feet comprising the full 26th floor.

“We are very pleased The Schonbraun McCann Group has expanded their offices at 750 Third Avenue. Their decision is acknowledgement to us of the value inherent in our recently completed repositioning program, which together with the building’s convenient location in the Grand Central Terminal submarket has enhanced the building’s appeal,” commented Steven Durels, Executive Vice President and Director of Leasing and Real Property for SL Green.

The 34-story 750 Third Avenue, part of SL Green’s 1.7 million square foot Grand Central Square complex recently underwent a dramatic $3.5 million redevelopment program which included a comprehensive lobby renovation including exclusively commissioned artwork, upgraded security with new turnstiles and new elevator cabs.

750 Third Avenue, now leasing at new rates to reflect its Class A status, contains 780,000 rentable square feet and has efficient floor plates ranging between 11,600 and 43,000 square feet. Among prominent building tenants are leading magazine publishing group, Fairchild Publications, investment manager, Teachers Insurance and Annuity Association and the accounting offices of Eisner, LLP.

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SL Green Inks 30,615 SF Lease Expansion for New York Marine & General Insurance Company at 919 Third Avenue

Tue, 24 July 2007 11:56:33 GMT

Leading Insurer Increases Total Occupancy to 65,000 SF in Building

New York, NY – July 24, 2007 – SL Green Realty Corp. (NYSE: SLG) today announced that tenant, New York Marine & General Insurance Company (“NYMAGIC”), has increased its occupancy at 919 Third Avenue by 30,615 square to 65,000 square feet. To achieve its expansion, NYMAGIC signed two new leases, the first for 13,152 square feet for eight years and ten months, the second for 17,463 square feet for eight years and six months, thereby taking the entire 11th floor at 919 Third Avenue. The transaction required simultaneous lease buy-out negotiations with two other existing long-term tenants.

“Strong tenant relations are truly a hallmark of SL Green’s service-first philosophy,” commented Steven Durels, Executive Vice President and Director of Leasing and Real Property for SL Green. “We are delighted to have been able to structure a transaction satisfying needed expansion by NYMAGIC while simultaneously accommodating the interests of our pre-existing tenants. This was a winning transaction for all involved.”

Located on Third Avenue between 55th and 56th Streets just steps from seven subway lines, 919 Third Avenue is a 40-story building containing 1.4 million square feet. The building's recent capital improvements including technological enhancement and aesthetic improvements combine to make a highly desirable corporate facility. Prominent building tenants include law firms, Debevoise & Plimpton and Schulte Roth & Zabel, global banking giant, BNP Paribas and direct marketing specialist, Draft Worldwide.

Eric Schmall of Studley represented the tenant and William S. Elder of SL Green Realty Corp. represented the landlord in this transaction.

Company Profile

SL Green Realty Corp. is a self-administered and self-managed real estate investment trust, or REIT, that predominantly acquires, owns, repositions and manages a portfolio of Manhattan office properties. The Company is the only publicly held REIT that specializes exclusively in this niche. As of June 30, 2007, the Company owned 32 New York City office properties totaling approximately 22.5 million square feet, making it New York's largest office landlord. In addition, SL Green holds investment interests in Manhattan retail properties totaling approximately 284,000 square feet at nine properties, along with ownership of 33 suburban assets totaling 7.0 million square feet in Long Island, Westchester County, Connecticut and New Jersey.

SL Green Leases Additional 48,896 SF to NYU Hospitals Center at 673 First Avenue for State of the Art Outpatient Surgical Center

Tue, 24 July 2007 10:39:30 GMT

New York, NY – July 24, 2007 – SL Green Realty Corp. (NYSE: SLG) today announced that NYU Hospitals Center has signed a 20-year lease for an additional 48,896 square feet at 673 First Avenue. The new space will be developed into a full service, outpatient surgical center with dedicated street level entrance.

One of the nation’s premier centers of excellence in health care, scientific research, and medical education, NYU Hospitals Center now occupies 114,616 square feet at 673 First Avenue. NYU Hospital together with NY Presbyterian Hospital occupies almost 80 percent building cementing the property’s reputation as a center for New York’s medical community.

Commenting on the agreement, Steven Durels, Executive Vice President and Director of Leasing and Real Property for SL Green, said, “We’re pleased to welcome NYU Hospital’s new use to the building. In this case, although 673 First Avenue was fully occupied, we were able to engineer a creative and workable solution to NYU Hospital’s expanding needs by combining portions of the basement and ground floors previously leased at below market rent by a deli operator and parking garage to create a two-level outpatient surgical facility.”

Located on the northwest corner of 38th Street and First Avenue, 673 First Avenue is a 12-story building containing 425,000 rentable square feet.

Howard J. Tenenbaum and Gary M. Rosen of SL Green represented the landlord in the new agreement.

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Sl Green Signs Leases Totaling 692,925 Sf In 2q 2007

Tue, 24 July 2007 10:17:24 GMT

Leasing Driven by Early Renewals and Tenant Expansions

New York, NY – July 24, 2007 – SL Green Realty Corp. (NYSE: SLG) today announced that it completed 692,925 square feet in leasing transactions during the second quarter of 2007 throughout its portfolio of Manhattan office properties. Of note were substantial transactions in the Grand Central Terminal submarket where SL Green has undertaken several high profile and extensive repositioning programs of various properties.

“The second quarter has demonstrated the continued dynamism of Manhattan’s commercial real estate market in which SL Green is uniquely positioned to benefit,” commented Steven Durels, Executive Vice President and Director of Leasing and Real Property for SL Green. “Along with the vigorous leasing activity we’ve seen throughout our portfolio, we’re particularly pleased to see recent and on-going repositioning efforts at several of our buildings deliver substantial results. With leasing rates in line with New York’s most desirable office buildings, our properties have attracted prominent corporations and private companies seeking to relocate or expand their Manhattan presence.”

Highlights of some of the second quarter’s most outstanding leasing transactions throughout SL Green’s Manhattan portfolio include:

At 100 Park Avenue, whose $72 million redevelopment program, including stunning new façade, new windows, striking two-story Italian stone lobby, new elevator cabs and infrastructure upgrades, is nearing completion, J&W Seligman and Co. Incorporated and associated company, Seligman Data Corporation renewed their leases respectively for 90,039 square feet and 13,324 square feet. J&W Seligman extended its lease for 10 years and nine months, and Seligman Data Corporation signed a new 11-year, four month lease. Tara Stacom of Cushman & Wakefield, Inc. represented both tenants.

Located one block south of Grand Central Terminal between 40th and 41st streets, 100 Park Avenue is a 36-story, Class A building, containing 825,000 rentable square feet. The building offers 10,000 to 40,000 square foot floors.

At Grand Central Square’s 485 Lexington Avenue leading document-imaging firm, Konica Minolta Business Solutions USA signed a new 13-year lease for 26,400 square feet. Frank Coco of Cushman & Wakefield, Inc. represented the tenant. In the same building, KPS Capital Partners, a prominent private equity firm, leased 22,279 square feet for a term of 10 years and six months. Alan Wildes of CB Richard Ellis, Inc represented the tenant. Paul Glickman, Mitti Liebersohn, Tara Stacom, Alexander Chudnoff, Steven Bauer and Diana Biasotti of Cushman & Wakefield represented the landlord in these transactions.

485 Lexington Avenue is a 32-story, 926,122 square foot office tower that stands near Grand Central Terminal between 46th and 47th Streets. SL Green recently completed an extensive capital program that included replacement of 4,000 windows, upgrading of electric and HVAC capacities, new lobby and new storefronts together with an extensive re-branding program.

At Grand Central Square’s 750 Third Avenue, whose new $3.5 million lobby and security upgrade was completed in 2006, The Schonbraun McCann Group extended and expanded their office lease for a total of 23,216 square feet.

The 34-story, 750 Third Avenue contains 780,000 rentable square feet and has efficient floor plates ranging between 11,600 and 43,000 square feet.

At 220 East 42nd Street, prominent investment research firm, Value Line, Inc. renewed its 63,805 square foot lease for six years and five months. Michael Monahan of CB Richard Ellis represented the tenant in this transaction.

220 East 42nd Street, also known as The News Building, is a 37-story office tower at the corner of Second Avenue and 42nd Street. The property is world famous for its rotating globe, which was made famous in the Superman television series of the 1950s.

At 521 Fifth Avenue, SL Green signed a new 25,866 square foot, 15-year lease with retailer Circuit City Stores, Inc. for the ground and second floors. Patrick Smith of Staubach Retail represented the tenant in this transaction. Also at 521 Fifth Avenue, Royal Healthcare of Long Island renewed its 22,368 square foot lease for eight years. Harry Blair of GVA Williams represented the tenant.

Located within walking distance of both Grand Central Terminal and Penn Station on the northeast corner of Fifth Avenue and East 43rd Street, the 39-story 521 Fifth Avenue contains 459,566 square feet of office space. SL Green has commenced a $25 million redevelopment program that includes new lobby, elevator cabs, windows, storefronts, common area and infrastructure upgrades.

At 919 Third Avenue, insurer, New York Marine & General Insurance Company signed a new eight-year lease for 30,615 square feet increasing its occupancy to 65,000 square feet. Eric Schmall of Studley represented the tenant.

Located between 55th and 56th Streets on Third Avenue, the 47-story 919 Third Avenue is a Class A office tower, containing 1.4 million rentable square feet.

At 625 Madison Avenue, long-standing tenant and prominent fashion design house, Polo Ralph Lauren, Inc. signed a new 12-year lease for 25,062 square feet, increasing its presence in the building to a total of 349,700 square feet. David Goldstein and Matt Barlow of Studley represented the tenant in this lease expansion agreement.

625 Madison is a 558,000 square foot, 17-story building located in the highly desirable Plaza submarket. It is situated between 58th and 59th Streets along the prestigious stretch of Madison Avenue commonly referred to as “The Golden Mile.”

At 1372 Broadway, Wal-Mart Stores East, L.P. signed a new ten-year lease for 46,103 square feet. Barry Millberg of Treeline Real Estate Group represented the tenant in this transaction. Also at 1372 Broadway, leading fashion retailer, Ann Taylor Stores Corporation, renewed its 100, 062 square foot lease for 13 years and six months. David Goldstein and Matt Barlow of Studley represented the tenant.

Located in the heart of Times Square South, on Broadway between 37th and 38th Streets, convenient to both Grand Central Terminal and Penn Station, 1372 Broadway is a 21-story property, containing 534,000 rentable square feet.

At 810 Seventh Avenue, prominent investment manager, Hoplite Capital Management, LLC signed a new ten-year lease for 16,858 square feet. Daniel Madison of Newmark Knight Frank represented the tenant in this transaction.

Located at 53rd Street, within walking distance of Times Square and Central Park, 810 Seventh Avenue is a 41-story, Class A office property, containing 748,023 rentable square feet. SL Green has recently embarked upon a redesign of the building lobby together with a significant upgrade of electric capacity.

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Everest Reinsurance Expands at SL Green's 461 Fifth Avenue

Tue, 23 June 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Everest's Full Floor Expansion Brings Property to 100% Occupancy

New York, NY - June 23, 2009 - SL Green Realty Corp. (NYSE: SLG) today announced that Everest Reinsurance Company, a world leader in property and casualty reinsurance and insurance, has expanded by 6,933 square feet on the entire 20th floor bringing their total commitment within the building to 17,528 square feet. This transaction brings the building's occupancy to 100 percent.

"461 Fifth Avenue continues to attract upscale financial firms seeking high-end, column-free space with sweeping views of Bryant Park," said Steven Durels, SL Green Executive Vice President and Director of Leasing and Real Property who added that the space had recently been pre-built with features that include full glass front offices, custom lighting, full height solid core wood doors, stone flooring in the reception area, custom sheetrock ceiling accents and designer appliances."

Eric Deutsch of CB Richard Ellis represented Everest in the transaction, while Chris Gulden acted in-house for SL Green.

Kevin Helewa, Esq., Vice President & Associate General Counsel represented Everest in-house, while Joan Thompson, Esq. acted in-house for SL Green.

The tenant roster includes American Capital Strategies, Shenkman Capital Management and NTT DoCoMo.

About SL Green Realty Corp.

SL Green Realty Corp. is a self-administered and self-managed real estate investment trust, or REIT, that predominantly acquires, owns, repositions and manages Manhattan office properties. The Company is the only publicly held REIT that specializes in this niche. As of March 31, 2009, the Company owned 29 New York City office properties totaling approximately 23,211,200 square feet, making it New York's largest office landlord. In addition, at March 31, 2009, SL Green held investment interests in, among other things, eight retail properties encompassing approximately 400,212 square feet, three development properties encompassing approximately 399,800 square feet and two land interests, along with ownership interests in 33 suburban assets totaling 6,986,500 square feet in Brooklyn, Queens, Long Island, Westchester County, Connecticut and New Jersey.

Omnicom Group Signs 55,078 Sq Ft Lease Renewal at SL Green’s 220 East 42nd Street

Tue, 22 April 2008 16:03:31 GMT

New York, NY – April 22, 2008 - SL Green Realty Corp. announced today that the Omnicom Group has signed a lease renewal covering 55,078 square feet at 220 East 42nd Street. Omnicom is a global leader in advertising, marketing and communications.

The 37-story, 1,096,067-square-foot tower also known as “The News Building,” was made famous in the Superman television series in the 1950’s, and the landmarked lobby featuring a rotating globe continues to be a tourist attraction today. The building offers stunning river views and a prestigious tenant roster that includes Pfizer, Tribune Broadcasting, WPIX and Neuberger Berman.

“Omnicom is one of the world’s great companies and we’re delighted to extend our valued relationship with them,” noted Steven M. Durels, Executive Vice President and Director of Leasing and Real Property. Omnicom occupies almost 700,000 square feet throughout the SL Green Portfolio.

Lee Feld of Feld Real Estate exclusively represented Omnicom in the transaction.

About Omnicom Group

Omnicom Group (NYSE: OMC) is a strategic holding company that manages a portfolio of global market leaders. Our companies operate in the disciplines of advertising, marketing services, specialty communications, interactive/digital media and media buying services

About SL Green Realty Corp.

SL Green Realty Corp. is a self-administered and self-managed real estate investment trust, or REIT, that predominantly acquires, owns, repositions and manages Manhattan office properties. The Company is the only publicly held REIT that specializes in this niche. As of December 31, 2007, the Company owned 32 New York City office properties totaling approximately 24,728,200 square feet, making it New York's largest office landlord. In addition, SL Green holds investment interests in, among other things, retail properties (eight) encompassing approximately 353,939 square feet, development property (one) encompassing approximately 85,000 square feet and land interests (two), along with ownership of 36 suburban assets totaling 7,867,500 square feet in Brooklyn, Queens, Long Island, Westchester County, Connecticut and New Jersey.

SL Green Signs New 83,822 sq. ft. Lease with News America at 1185 Avenue of the Americas

Tue, 22 April 2008 15:56:33 GMT

New York, NY – April 22, 2008 – SL Green Realty Corp (NYSE:SLG) today announced that News America Incorporated has signed a new 12-year, 83,822 square foot lease to occupy floors 25-27 at 1185 Avenue of the Americas. This lease increases the building occupancy to 99 percent.

News America operates all business activities for News Corporation within the United States. One of the world’s largest media companies, News Corporation’s assets include The Wall Street Journal and the New York Post.

“We’re delighted to welcome such a prestigious company as News America to 1185,” said Steven Durels, Executive Vice President and Director of Leasing and Real Property for SL Green. “They join other highly recognizable building tenants such as Hess Corporation, Bank of America, King & Spalding and the National Hockey League.”

The 42-story tower with almost 1.1 million square feet is located on Sixth Avenue between West 46th and 47th Streets. The building has recently completed a capital program, which includes a new lobby and new elevator cabs, and the addition of lighting to dramatically illuminate the building façade.

David Levinson and David Berkey of L & L Holding Company LLC acted on behalf of the tenant in the transaction, while SL Green was represented in-house by Howard Tenenbaum, Executive Vice President and Gary Rosen, Managing Director.

About SL Green Realty Corp.

SL Green Realty Corp. is a self-administered and self-managed real estate investment trust, or REIT, that predominantly acquires, owns, repositions and manages Manhattan office properties. The Company is the only publicly held REIT that specializes in this niche. As of March 31, 2008, the Company owned 31 New York City office properties totaling approximately 24,389,200 square feet, making it New York's largest office landlord. In addition, SL Green holds investment interests in, among other things, nine retail properties encompassing approximately 400,212 square feet, one development property encompassing approximately 85,000 square feet and two land interests, along with ownership interests in 36 suburban assets totaling 7,867,500 square feet in Brooklyn, Queens, Long Island, Westchester County, Connecticut and New Jersey. To be added to the Company’s distribution list or to obtain the latest news releases and other Company information, please visit our website at www.slgreen.com or contact Investor Relations at 212-216-1601.

The City of New York Renews at SL Green’s 1250 Broadway

Tue, 22 April 2008 15:52:46 GMT

New York, NY – April 22, 2008 – SL Green Realty Corp. announced today that The City of New York has renewed its 20,088-square-foot lease on the eighth floor of 1250 Broadway, the 39-story, 748,694-square-foot tower located at West 32nd Street. The space houses the NYC Department of Environmental Protection.

“The City of New York has been a long-time tenant and we are delighted it has elected to extend its lease,” said SL Green’s Steven M. Durels, Executive Vice President and Director of Leasing and Real Property.

SL Green’s Elaine Anazagasty negotiated on behalf of the landlord. Other tenants in the building include Archstone Smith Operating Trust, Paychex, Inc., Reserve Management, and Visiting Nurse Service of New York.

About SL Green Realty Corp.

SL Green Realty Corp. is a self-administered and self-managed real estate investment trust, or REIT, that predominantly acquires, owns, repositions and manages Manhattan office properties. The Company is the only publicly held REIT that specializes in this niche. As of December 31, 2007, the Company owned 32 New York City office properties totaling approximately 24,728,200 square feet, making it New York's largest office landlord. In addition, SL Green holds investment interests in, among other things, retail properties (eight) encompassing approximately 353,939 square feet, development property (one) encompassing approximately 85,000 square feet and land interests (two), along with ownership of 36 suburban assets totaling 7,867,500 square feet in Brooklyn, Queens, Long Island, Westchester County, Connecticut and New Jersey.

SL Green Announces New Lease With California Department of General Services at 485 Lexington Avenue

Tue, 20 May 2008 09:08:27 GMT

Board of Equalization to Occupy 12,499 Square Feet

New York, NY – May 20, 2008 SL Green Realty Corp. (NYSE: SLGP) today announced that it has completed a new ten-year lease agreement with The Board of Equalization, State of California/California Department of General Services to occupy 12,499 square feet on part of the fourth floor of 485 Lexington Avenue.

The Department will join Advance Magazine, St. Paul’s Travelers, Omnicom and Citibank, among other prestigious tenants, at the 31-story, 921,370-square-foot building located on the corner of at East 47th Street. This lease raises office occupancy to 100% within the building.

“We’re delighted to welcome the California Department of General Service,” said Steven M. Durels, Executive Vice President and Director of Leasing and Real Property. “This transaction required extensive coordination and cooperation between both sides since the landlord is constructing the premises to the unique standards mandated by the state of California.”

Stephen J. Riker and Beth Greenspan of Colliers ABR, Inc. represented The California Department of General Services in the transaction, while Paul Glickman, Tara Stacom, Mitti Liebersohn, Alex Chudnoff, Steven Bauer and Diana Biasotti of Cushman & Wakefield, Inc. acted on behalf of SL Green.

About SL Green Realty Corp.

SL Green Realty Corp. is a self-administered and self-managed real estate investment trust, or REIT, that predominantly acquires, owns, repositions and manages Manhattan office properties. The Company is the only publicly held REIT that specializes in this niche. As of March 31, 2008, the Company owned 31 New York City office properties totaling approximately 24,389,200 square feet, making it New York's largest office landlord. In addition, SL Green holds investment interests in, among other things, nine retail properties encompassing approximately 400,212 square feet, one development property encompassing approximately 85,000 square feet and two land interests, along with ownership interests in 36 suburban assets totaling 7,867,500 square feet in Brooklyn, Queens, Long Island, Westchester County, Connecticut and New Jersey.

Prominent Trial Attorney Relocates to SL Green’s Newly Renovated 521 Fifth Avenue

Tue, 19 August 2008 15:58:47 GMT

New York, NY - August 18, 2008 - SL Green Realty Corp. announced today that the law firm O'Shea Partners LLP has signed a ten-year 6,580-square-foot lease to occupy the entire 25th floor at 521 Fifth Avenue. Sean O'Shea, a leading trial attorney specializing in both civil and criminal litigation, was recently ranked by Condé Nast as one of the top ten white collar attorneys in New York City.

"We are very pleased to welcome O'Shea Partners LLP to 521 Fifth Avenue," said Steven M. Durels, Executive Vice President and Director of Leasing and Real Property for SL Green who added that eight months ago SL Green announced completion of a $25 million capital improvement at the 39-story, 462,853-square-foot office tower located on Fifth Avenue at 43rd Street, and the building is currently 100% leased.

The property is one of several in the Grand Central area that SL Green is either in the process of, or has already, repositioned in order to enhance the value of its assets. A newly renovated lobby, storefront, elevator cabs, corridor and bathroom upgrades, together with improved infrastructure, were all part of the capital improvement program at 521 Fifth. Other tenants in the building include Starz Media, Inc, a programming production and distribution company; Hiscox, Inc., a UK reinsurance firm; and Sextant Search Partners, a leading executive search firm. Circuit City Stores, Inc. anchors the building's bi-level retail component.

Noel Flagg & E.N. Cutler of Newmark Knight Frank represented O'Shea Partners in the transaction.

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SL Green Signs Two New Tenants at 461 Fifth Avenue

Tue, 19 August 2008 15:55:54 GMT

Tudor Investment Corporation and DellaCamera Capital Management Sign Lease Agreements Totaling 13,847 Square Feet

New York, NY - August 19, 2008 - SL Green Realty Corp. (NYSE: SLG) today announced it has completed lease agreements for two new tenants covering a total of 13,847 square feet at 461 Fifth Avenue, the 26-story tower directly across from the New York Public Library which won BOMA's Operating Office of the Year Award in 1995.

Tudor Investment Corporation signed a new 7,134-square-foot, four-year lease for the entire 14th floor. The Tudor Group, which consists of Tudor Investment Corporation and its affiliates, is involved in active trading, investing and research in the global equity, debt, currency and commodity markets.

DellaCamera Capital Management LLC signed a 6,713-square-foot, five-and-a- half year lease to occupy the entire 10th floor of 461 Fifth Avenue. DellaCamera is a domestic and offshore hedge fund, which focuses on investments in public and private secured debt, other alternative finance assets, distressed debt and trade claims, liquidations/reorganizations, equities, options, and derivatives among other securities.

"461 Fifth Avenue continues to attract high-profile financial tenants," said Steven M. Durels, Executive Vice President and Director of Leasing for SL Green. "These transactions included the simultaneous negotiation of an early lease cancellation covering both floors."The post modern building offers a stellar location just two blocks from Grand Central Terminal, column-free space in the tower floors and park views. The tenant roster includes U.S. Bank National Association, Marathon Asset Management, American Capital Strategies, Shenkman Capital Management, NTT DoCoMo and Everest Reinsurance.

Kenneth Ruderman of Studley represented Tudor Investment Corporation. Silvio Petrillo of CBRE brokered the transaction on behalf of DellaCamera, and Lawrence Swiger acted in-house for SL Green in both deals.

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SL Green Inks Midtown's Largest Relocation Lease Year to Date

Tue, 12 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Marcum & Kliegman LLP Relocates to 750 Third Avenue

New York, NY - May 12, 2009 - SL Green Realty Corp. (NYSE: SLG) today announced that accounting firm Marcum & Kliegman LLP has signed a new 10-year lease covering 67,152 square feet at 750 Third Avenue. The transaction is the largest tenant relocation lease signed in Midtown Manhattan so far in 2009 and is a follow up to SL Green's recent new lease with Wells Fargo Trade Capital Services covering 57,000 square feet at 100 Park Avenue.

SL Green will construct a turn-key installation for Marcum & Kliegman, building out the entire 11th and 12th floors to precise specifications agreed upon in advance of lease execution.

"We're delighted to welcome Marcum & Kliegman to the building," said Steven Durels, Executive Vice President and Director of Leasing and Real Property for SL Green. "We worked closely with Marcum to design a comprehensive turn-key installation for their new space, one which will provide ‘plug and go' convenience with all work being performed on an accelerated construction schedule. The ability to provide a turn-key build-out on such a large scale is testament to the depth and expertise of our firm's team of in-house professionals."

Also known as Grand Central Square, the 34-story 857,354-square-foot building interconnects with SL Green's 485 Lexington Avenue. A recently completed capital program included a new lobby, elevator cabs, and upgraded state-of-the-art security systems. Other tenants include Eisner, LLP, Fairchild Publications, Teachers Insurance and Annuity Association, Endurance Reinsurance Corp. and Schonbraun McCann Consulting Group.

David Kaufman, SL Green Senior Vice President, represented the landlord, while Newmark Knight Frank's Neal Golden, Ross Perlman and Lee Brodsky acted on behalf of the tenant.

Noah Shapiro, Esq. of Paul Hastings was counsel for the landlord; Spenser Stein, Esq. of Goldfarb & Fleece represented the tenant.

About SL Green Realty Corp.

SL Green Realty Corp. is a self-administered and self-managed real estate investment trust, or REIT, that predominantly acquires, owns, repositions and manages Manhattan office properties. The Company is the only publicly held REIT that specializes in this niche. As of March 31, 2009, the Company owned 29 New York City office properties totaling approximately 23,211,200 square feet, making it New York's largest office landlord. In addition, at March 31, 2009, SL Green held investment interests in, among other things, eight retail properties encompassing approximately 400,212 square feet, three development properties encompassing approximately 399,800 square feet and two land interests, along with ownership interests in 32 suburban assets totaling 6,949,700 square feet in Brooklyn, Queens, Long Island, Westchester County, Connecticut and New Jersey.

SL Green Leases Approximately 156,000 Square Feet to The Segal Company at 333 West 34th Street

Tue, 12 February 2008 15:04:09 GMT

New York, NY – February 12, 2008 – SL Green Realty Corp. (NYSE: SLG) today announced that it has completed a new 15-year lease agreement with The Segal Company to occupy approximately 156,000 square feet on floors 2 through 5 at 333 W. 34th Street. The Segal Company was founded in 1939 and is a leading employee benefits, compensation and HR consulting firm.

333 West 34th Street, which consists of approximately 350,000 square feet, was acquired by SL Green in April, 2007 with a plan to reposition the property as a multi-tenant building after completion of a capital program, which includes a new expanded lobby, entrance, storefront, new bathrooms and security system.

“We are delighted to welcome The Segal Company to West 34th Street,” said Steven Durels, Executive Vice President and Director of Leasing and Real Property for SL Green, who added that “Segal chose the building because of its convenient location next to a major transportation hub, the pending building redevelopment plan, and quality of ownership.”

The Segal Company, presently located at One Park Avenue in a building previously owned by SL Green, is expected to move into the majority of its new premises during the first quarter of 2010.

Located on 34th Street between Eighth and Ninth Avenues, one block from Penn Station, 333 West 34th Street is currently 100 percent leased by Citigroup, which is scheduled to vacate in 2009. Built in 1954, the ten-story building offers floor plates ranging in size from 38,000 square feet to 27,000 square feet and features uncommonly robust infrastructure.

Michael Laginestra, Michael Geoghegan, Douglas Lehman, and Casey Hirschhorn of CBRE represented the tenant in the transaction, while Paul Glickman, Tara Stacom, Alex Chudnoff, Mitti Liebersohn and Diana Biasotti of Cushman & Wakefield, Inc. represented SL Green.

About SL Green Realty Corp.

SL Green Realty Corp. is a self-administered and self-managed real estate investment trust, or REIT, that predominantly acquires, owns, repositions and manages Manhattan office properties. The Company is the only publicly held REIT that specializes in this niche. As of December 31, 2007, the Company owned 32 New York City office properties totaling approximately 24,728,200 square feet, making it New York's largest office landlord. In addition, SL Green holds investment interests in, among other things, retail properties (eight) encompassing approximately 353,939 square feet, development property (one) encompassing approximately 85,000 square feet and land interests (two), along with ownership of 36 suburban assets totaling 7,867,500 square feet in Brooklyn, Queens, Long Island, Westchester County, Connecticut and New Jersey.

SL Green Inks 10,558-Sq-Ft Lease with Centurion Holdings at 1185 Avenue of the Americas

Tue, 10 June 2008 09:03:54 GMT

New York, NY – June 10, 2008 – SL Green Realty Corp. (NYSE: SLG) today announced that it has completed a 10,558-square-foot, 10-year lease agreement with Centurion Holdings LLC, a private investment company, to occupy part of the 17th floor at 1185 Avenue of the Americas. Centurion currently occupies 6,273 square feet in the building and the new lease includes an expansion of 4,285 square feet.

Centurion advises private and public companies and is led by Joseph Grano who is a leading executive in the financial services industry and chairman of the Homeland Security Advisory Council.

“We are delighted to expand and extend our relationship with Centurion,” said Steven Durels, Executive Vice President and Director of Leasing and Real Property for SL Green, “This transaction increases building occupancy to 100%.”

1185 Avenue of the Americas is a one million-square-foot, Class-A building located between 46th and 47th Streets. Among the prestigious roster of tenants are: Hess Corporation, the National Hockey League, King & Spalding, News Corporation, RSM McGladrey and Bank of America.

The landlord was represented in-house by Howard Tenenbaum and Gary Rosen.

About SL Green Realty Corp.

SL Green Realty Corp. is a self-administered and self-managed real estate investment trust, or REIT, that predominantly acquires, owns, repositions and manages Manhattan office properties. The Company is the only publicly held REIT that specializes in this niche. As of March 31, 2008, the Company owned 31 New York City office properties totaling approximately 24,389,200 square feet, making it New York's largest office landlord. In addition, SL Green holds investment interests in, among other things, nine retail properties encompassing approximately 400,212 square feet, one development property encompassing approximately 85,000 square feet and two land interests, along with ownership interests in 36 suburban assets totaling 7,867,500 square feet in Brooklyn, Queens, Long Island, Westchester County, Connecticut and New Jersey.

SL Green Signs Two New Tenants at 100 Park Avenue

Thu, 9 October 2008 09:13:11 GMT

Adveq Management and Morgan Creek Capital Management Commit to 10,600 Square Feet of Build-To-Suit Space

New York, NY - October 7, 2008 - SL Green Realty Corp. is pleased to announce that two new tenants have signed leases totaling 10,654 square feet covering the entire 28th floor of 100 Park Avenue.

Morgan Creek Capital Management LLC signed a five-year lease for 5,479 square feet and Adveq Management US, Inc. signed a ten-year lease for 5,175 square feet.

"We were pleased to work with Morgan Creek and Adveq to provide customized, build-to-suit installations for each tenant," said Steven Durels, Executive Vice President and Director of Leasing and Real Property for SL Green. SL Green had originally planned to construct two pre-builds on the floor, but instead leased the space before ever commencing construction.

100 Park Avenue recently received BOMA's 2007-2008 award for Best Renovated Building of the Year in connection with a comprehensive $72 million redevelopment that included a new soaring two-story atrium lobby, complete re-cladding of the façade featuring a glass curtain wall along Park Avenue, 2,000 new insulated windows, new elevator cabs and extensive infrastructure upgrades. Additionally, 100 Park Avenue is scheduled to be one of the first existing commercial buildings to receive a silver LEED designation in Manhattan.

Morgan Creek Capital Management, LLC is a registered investment adviser, providing investment management and advisory services based on the University Endowment Model of investing to wealthy families, individuals and institutional investors. The company provides advice on asset allocation, manager selection and portfolio construction through advisory relationships and discretionary strategies.

Adveq is the leading independent private equity fund of funds investment manager in Europe. Founded in 1997, Adveq currently manages approximately $3 billion in assets for its clients who consist of almost entirely international institutional investors including pension funds, insurance companies, family offices and other financial services providers, that are located primarily in Europe, Asia, Australia and the United States.

Eric Dresdale of Newmark Knight Frank represented Morgan Creek Capital Management, while David Dusek of Studley represented Adveq Management. Tara Stacom of Cushman & Wakefield acted on behalf of SL Green in both transactions.

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SL Green Realty Corp Launches Broad Energy Conservation Initiative

Thu, 9 April 2009 14:28:49 GMT

New York, NY, April 9, 2009 - SL Green Realty Corp. (NYSE: SLG), owner of New York City's largest commercial office property portfolio, has launched an energy savings initiative designed to significantly decrease utility demand and create additional cost savings on usage. Upon completion in late 2009, SL Green believes that the program will cut steam usage at 13 targeted properties by an average of up to 10 percent and save as much as 35 cents per square foot in utility costs overall.

The initiative was announced after the Company was presented with the Energy Star Challenge Award bronze plaque for its efforts in reducing energy consumption at 625 Madison Avenue. In 2008 alone, SL Green reduced the property's carbon footprint and energy consumption by more than 10 percent. This was achieved by installing monitoring equipment on high pressure steam traps, making stairwell lighting technology upgrades, installing of variable frequency drives, and upgrading tenant and main building cooling towers with more efficient units. Aside from technological and mechanical upgrades, building staff and property management implemented several other operational efficiencies that curbed utility use. Management is now working on a new set of initiatives designed to further increase energy efficiencies and reduce the carbon footprint by another 25 percent.

Another property in the "green spotlight" is 100 Park Avenue, a classic office tower that SL Green has completely redeveloped, and which is on track to earn a Silver LEED certification. SL Green recently completed the comprehensive redevelopment of the 1950's-era building, recreating 100 Park Avenue as the "New Modern Classic." The $72 million capital program included significant infrastructure upgrades such as a new cooling plant, increased electric capacity, and state-of-the-art security systems. The building embodies its sustainability commitment with a new design that brings a feeling of light and spaciousness to all surfaces.

100 Park Avenue is the first building of its type in New York to install green roofs -- 14 altogether -- which employ a low-maintenance/water consumption Xeroflor mat system. In addition to the green roofs, the anticipated LEED Silver certification will be based on an aggressive enhanced recycling and energy management program -- including the installation of low-flow plumbing fixtures that reduce water consumption by an estimated 50 percent, or almost 1 million gallons of water per year, and technology that allows management to maintain pre-renovation lighting levels in the lobby at a 25 percent reduction in energy consumption.

"This renovated building, which we own in partnership with Prudential Real Estate Investors, was honored with a Pinnacle Award by the Building Owners and Managers Association's (BOMA) in 2008 for Renovated Office Building, and went on to win BOMA's 2009 Middle Atlantic regional award in the same category," said Edward Piccinich, Executive Vice President and Director of Management and Construction. "But we're particularly proud of the strides we have made in making it so much ‘greener.'" He added, "There are real savings that can be unlocked through green initiatives, but it's also critical that each project is assessed based on its projected payback period, the operational efficiencies gained, and the long term value added to the property from implementation."

About SL Green Realty Corp.

SL Green Realty Corp. is a self-administered and self-managed real estate investment trust, or REIT, that predominantly acquires, owns, repositions and manages Manhattan office properties. The Company is the only publicly held REIT that specializes in this niche. As of December 31, 2008, the Company owned 29 New York City office properties totaling approximately 23,211,200 square feet, making it New York's largest office landlord. In addition, at December 31, 2008, SL Green held investment interests in, among other things, eight retail properties encompassing approximately 400,212 square feet, two development properties encompassing approximately 363,000 square feet and two land interests, along with ownership interests in 34 suburban assets totaling 7,656,500 square feet in Brooklyn, Queens, Long Island, Westchester County, Connecticut and New Jersey.

SL Green Realty Corp. Completes 29,291 SF Early Lease Renewal at 470 Park Avenue South

Thu, 8 March 2007 12:52:42 GMT

New York, NY – March 8, 2007 – SL Green Realty Corp. (NYSE: SLG) today announced that it has completed a six-year lease renewal with employee benefits counselor, Progressive Plan Administrators, Inc, for a total of 29,291 square feet, covering the entire sixth and portion of the fifth floors at 470 Park Avenue South.

Commenting on the new agreement, Steven M. Durels, Executive Vice President and Director of Leasing for SL Green, said, “Progressive Plan Administrators is a long-term, valued tenant who understood the dynamics of a rapidly rising market and chose to extend its lease well in advance of the scheduled lease expiration rather than be exposed to higher future rents.”

Located between 31st and 32nd Streets, 470 Park Avenue South, a 260,000 square foot, building, is within easy walking distance to Grand Central Terminal and the retail and dining establishments of Union Square. The building features a recently renovated lobby and entrance and new elevator cabs. Prestigious tenants include performing arts management company, Artists Acquisition LLC, leading not for profit public education organization, the Foreign Policy Association and Bank of America.

John Mambrino of Studley, Inc. represented the tenant in this transaction. The landlord was represented in-house by David Turino.

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Waggener Edstrom Worldwide Inc. Signs 11,779-Sq-Ft Lease At SL Green's 750 Third Avenue

Thu, 7 August 2008 11:58:28 GMT

New York, NY - August 7, 2008

SL Green Realty Corp. announced today that Waggener Edstrom Worldwide, Inc. has signed a seven-year lease covering 11,779 square feet on the entire 31st floor of 750 Third Avenue. Waggener Edstrom Worldwide is a global public relations firm with clients including such corporate giants as GE Healthcare, MasterCard International, Microsoft and T-Mobile USA.

"We are delighted to welcome such a prestigious international public relations firm as Waggener Edstrom to the building," said Steve M. Durels, Executive Vice President and Director of Leasing and Real Property for SL Green.

"The building, which is conveniently located only two blocks from Grand Central Terminal, has recently completed renovations to the lobby and elevator cabs. Occupancy stands at 100%," added Mr. Durels.

Other prominent tenants in the 34-story, 827,283-square-foot tower include Fairchild Publications, TIAA, and Eisner LLP,

William Fressle of Cushman & Wakefield represented Waggener Edstrom in negotiating the seven-year deal. David Turino represented the landlord in-house.

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U.S. Bank National Association Doubles in Size at SL Green's 461 Fifth Avenue

Thu, 7 August 2008 11:53:48 GMT

New York, NY - August 7, 2008

SL Green Realty Corp. announced today that U.S. Bank National Association has signed a nine-year lease expansion covering 11,231 square feet at 461 Fifth Avenue for a total commitment of 22,463 square feet. Formerly known as Firstar Bank National Association, Cincinnati, Ohio-based US Bank National Association operates as a subsidiary of US Bancorp.

"We were delighted to work with U.S. Bank National Association to accommodate their rapid expansion," said Steven M. Durels, Executive Vice President and Director of Leasing and Real Property for SL Green. "U.S. Bank initially moved into the building last year when it leased the entire 7th floor."

Situated directly across from the New York Public Library, the 26-story 461 Fifth Avenue won the 1995 BOMA award for excellence as the Operating Office Building of the Year. The building is particularly popular with tenants in the financial industry.

Other prominent tenants in the building include Marathon Asset Management, American Capital Strategies, and Shenkman Capital.

Michael N. Burlant of Cushman and Wakefield, Inc. represented the tenant, while Christopher Gulden acted for SL Green in-house.

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SL Green Locks in 170,000sf of Midtown Leases

Thu, 30 October 2008 13:06:50 GMT

2008 Leasing Volume Continues Solid Pace

New York, NY - October 28 2008 - SL Green Realty Corp. (NYSE: SLG) today announced four lease transactions totaling over 170,000 square feet at office properties in Midtown Manhattan. The new rents averaged 72% above previously escalated rents on a per-square-foot basis.

Steven Durels, SL Green Executive Vice President and Director of Leasing and Real Property, commented, "Despite uncertainty about the New York office market, we continue to experience tenant demand for well-located, quality buildings that provide attractive rental value. Additionally, these transactions continue to unlock the rent growth embedded in our portfolio."

At 1515 Broadway, SL Green's iconic Times Square office tower, Wurk Environments, LLC, signed a new 10-year lease for 64,788 square feet, taking the previously vacant 11th and 12th floors. The lease increases occupancy to 97% at the 54-story building, which is currently undergoing extensive redevelopment. Representing the tenant in the transaction was Adam Rappaport of Cushman & Wakefield. SL Green was represented in-house by David Kaufman, together with Frank Doyle, Cynthia Wasserberger, Edward DiTolla and David Kleiner of Jones Lang LaSalle.

News America Incorporated, an affiliate of global media giant News Corporation, has expanded its existing space at 1185 Avenue of the Americas by taking floors 22 and 23, which were previously scheduled to become vacant in 2009. The 12-year lease for 54,472 square feet brings the company's total occupancy at the building to 138,284 square feet. The building is 100% leased. The tenant was represented by David W. Levinson and David C. Berkey of L&L Holding Company, while SL Green was represented in-house by Howard Tenenbaum and Gary Rosen.

At 750 Third Avenue, accounting and consulting firm Eisner LLP expanded by leasing 33,981 square feet for eight years, taking the entire 13th floor which was previously scheduled to become vacant in 2009. The firm will now occupy 106,904 square feet at Grand Central Square, which is 100% leased. The tenant was represented in the transaction by Harry Krausman of Colliers ABR, while SL Green was represented in-house by David Turino.

Also at 750 Third Avenue, the Republic of Poland signed a new 15-year lease covering 17,890 square feet. Poland's Permanent Mission to the United Nations is being relocated to the recently-renovated property, where it will occupy the entire 30th floor and part of the 29th floor, which was previously scheduled to become vacant in 2009. Ronald Shakerdge of Republic Realty Services, Inc. acted on behalf of the Mission, while SL Green was represented in-house by David Turino

Additionally, in SL Green's suburban portfolio, Merrill Lynch extended its 30,500-square-foot lease at 360 Hamilton, a 14-story, 384,000-square-foot Class A office building in White Plains, for another 10 years, beginning in January 2010. The building is 100% occupied. Merrill Lynch was represented by Paul Kauffman of Cushman & Wakefield, while SL Green was represented in-house by John Barnes and Clark Briffel.

About SL Green Realty Corp.

SL Green Realty Corp. is a self-administered and self-managed real estate investment trust, or REIT, that predominantly acquires, owns, repositions and manages Manhattan office properties. The Company is the only publicly held REIT that specializes in this niche. As of September 30, 2008, the Company owned 30 New York City office properties totaling approximately 23,719,200 square feet, making it New York's largest office landlord. In addition, at September 30, 2008, SL Green held investment interests in, among other things, eight retail properties encompassing approximately 400,212 square feet, two development properties encompassing approximately 363,000 square feet and two land interests, along with ownership interests in 36 suburban assets totaling 7,867,500 square feet in Brooklyn, Queens, Long Island, Westchester County, Connecticut and New Jersey.

Forward-looking Information

This press release contains forward-looking information based upon the Company's current best judgment and expectations. Actual results could vary from those presented herein. The risks and uncertainties associated with forward-looking information in this release include the strength of the commercial office real estate markets in New York, competitive market conditions, unanticipated administrative costs, timing of leasing income, general and local economic conditions, interest rates, capital market conditions, tenant bankruptcies and defaults, the availability and cost of comprehensive insurance, including coverage for terrorist acts, and other factors, which are beyond the Company's control. We undertake no obligation to publicly update or revise any of the forward-looking information. For further information, please refer to the Company's filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

SL Green Closes 26,000-sq. ft. Lease with Ion Media Networks, Inc. AT 810 Seventh Avenue

Thu, 30 October 2008 11:59:49 GMT

New York, NY - October 23, 2008 - SL Green Realty Corp. is pleased to announce that Ion Media Networks, Inc. has signed a new 10-year 25,954-square-foot lease covering the entire 31st floor and a portion of the 30th at 810 Seventh Avenue.

ION Media Networks, Inc. is a network television broadcasting company which owns and operates the largest broadcast television station group in the U.S. serving over 94 million homes through its television station group, as well as cable and satellite distribution.

"We are pleased that Ion Media has selected 810 Seventh Avenue for its headquarters location," said Steven Durels, SL Green Executive Vice President and Director of Leasing and Real Property who added that SL Green recently launched an extensive capital improvement program at the 695,000-square-foot tower which includes a new lobby, elevator cabs, common corridors and bathrooms. These improvements are in addition to recent upgrades that include new storefronts and plaza.

"The ongoing redevelopment of this building takes advantage of its desirable Plaza area location, sweeping Central Park views and efficient floor plate featuring six corner offices."

Among those comprising the tenant roster are Insight Communications; Hearst Communications/Metromedia Co.; Cingular; Oppenheimer & Co.; WWOR-TV; Diamondback Advisors; Hoplite Capital; and Longacre Fund Management.

Formerly based at 1330 Avenue of the Americas, Ion will expand by approximately 5,000 square feet with this relocation, moving into 810 Seventh Avenue early next summer.

David A. Falk and Daniel L. Levine of Newmark Knight Frank represented Ion, while SL Green's Christopher Gulden acted on behalf of SL Green in the transaction.

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SL Green Inks Two Floor Lease with WURK Environments, LLC at 1515 Broadway

Thu, 30 October 2008 11:18:00 GMT

Company Leases Nearly 65,000 Sq Ft to Provider of Upscale

Professional Office Environments

New York, NY - October 28, 2008 - SL Green Realty Corp. announced today that Wurk Environments,LLC, a provider of upscale professional work environments, has signed a 10-year lease covering 64,788 square feet at 1515 Broadway, the iconic

54-story, 2+ million-square-foot tower located in the center of Times Square.

Wurk provides impeccably crafted, state-of-the-art business environments for companies and professionals in need of dynamic office space solutions. Following the comprehensive build-out, Wurk Times Square will occupy the entire 11th and 12th floors in mid-December 2008.

"We are pleased that Wurk has selected 1515 Broadway for its national flagship," said Steven Durels, SL Green Executive Vice President and Director of Leasing and Real Property, who added that SL Green recently commenced an extensive redevelopment of the building.

Features of the on-going capital improvement program include a complete lobby redesign with 5,000 square feet of custom art glass adorning the core walls; new elevator cabs; new common corridors and bathrooms; infrastructure improvements such as increased electric capacity; HVAC upgrades; emergency generator; and the addition of a new freight elevator.

"We're very excited to be opening our flagship in one of the preeminent addresses in the heart of Times Square," said Joseph DeTrano, Vice President of Sales and Business Development, of Wurk Environments. "With its central location, 1515 Broadway's exclusive tenant base, premium cachet and new enhancements made it the clear choice to launch Wurk's first professional environment."

Adam Rappaport of Cushman & Wakefield represented Wurk Environments, LLC in the transaction, while David Kaufman of SL Green together with Frank Doyle, Cynthia Wasserberger, Edward DiTolla and David Kleiner of Jones Lang LaSalle, acted on behalf of the landlord.

About SL Green Realty Corp.

SL Green Realty Corp. is a self-administered and self-managed real estate investment trust, or REIT, that predominantly acquires, owns, repositions and manages Manhattan office properties. The Company is the only publicly held REIT that specializes in this niche. As of September 30, 2008, the Company owned 30 New York City office properties totaling approximately 23,719,200 square feet, making it New York's largest office landlord. In addition, at September 30, 2008, SL Green held investment interests in, among other things, eight retail properties encompassing approximately 400,212 square feet, two development properties encompassing approximately 363,000 square feet and two land interests, along with ownership interests in 36 suburban assets totaling 7,867,500 square feet in Brooklyn, Queens, Long Island, Westchester County, Connecticut and New Jersey.

About Wurk Environments, LLC

Wurk Environments, LLC, a leading provider of innovative real estate solutions, specializes in premium, short-term flexible office space, conference and meeting rooms in addition to virtual office capabilities. Wurksites, located in prestigious metropolitan addresses and/or landmarked buildings in leading cities across the nation, are designed by world renowned architectural firms. Each site is distinctly unique, crafted to capture the vitality and personality of its surrounding neighborhood, and tastefully appointed with the latest FF&E. Serving Fortune 1000 companies, governmental agencies and discerning professionals, Wurk supports and augments each company's growth and success via an array of business resources and state-of-the-art technologies. Additional information about Wurk is available at http://www.wurkusa.com/ and 212.660.3940.

SL Green Realty Corp. Grows Portfolio Management Team with Two New Key Hires

Thu, 26 April 2007 13:23:08 GMT

New York, NY – April 26, 2007 – SL Green Realty Corp. (NYSE: SLG) today announced the hiring of Thomas Bloomfield and Nick Hayden to the company’s portfolio management team. Both join the company as Vice President.

Mr. Bloomfield, who will be overseeing management of 220 East 42nd Street, 470 Park Avenue South, 750 Third Avenue, 485 Lexington Avenue, 1551 Broadway, 21 West 34th Street, One Madison Avenue, 521 Fifth Avenue, 919 Third Avenue, has over 25 years experience in commercial real estate management and is a Certified Property Manager with vast experience in the New York City and Washington D.C. markets. Most recently, he was the Senior Property Manager at the Grace Building. Earlier with Cushman & Wakefield, he served both as Portfolio Manager in New York City and Manager of Asset Services in Washington D.C.

Select highlights of Mr. Bloomfield’s experience include his role in the management team that built and opened 590 Madison Avenue – the IBM Building - from the ground-up as well as his responsibility for Cushman & Wakefield’s first acquisition of HG Smithy Company. Mr. Bloomfield is a graduate of CW Post School of Professional Accountancy.

Mr. Hayden, who will manage SL Green’s 100 Park, 440 Ninth Avenue, 711 Third Avenue, 461 Fifth Avenue, 420 Lexington Avenue, 16 East 34th Street, 717 Fifth Avenue and 810 Seventh Avenue, has over 20 years of property management experience and joins SL Green Realty Corp. from Jones Lang LaSalle where he served most recently as SVP, Group Manager overseeing the Operations and Project Management for a 4 million square foot office portfolio. Earlier, Mr. Hayden served as Property Manager for Cushman & Wakefield at 90 West Street, a 365,000 square foot landmarked office building in the Financial District where he was responsible for the leasing, management and repositioning of the property and oversaw its $30 million redevelopment project.

Prior to his assignment at 90 West Street, Mr. Hayden was employed as a vice president at First Winthrop Properties where he was involved in the leasing, management, acquisition and disposition of over 11 million square feet of New York City commercial office space.

Mr. Hayden has been the recipient of the Property Manager of the Year Award in 1999, BOMA New York Pinnacle Award in 2000, BOMA Mid-Atlantic Pinnacle Award in 2000, and IREM Marketing Newsletter of the Year Award in 2001.

Commenting on these recent hires, Edward Piccinich, Executive Vice President and Director of Property Management and Construction said, “SL Green is a company whose outstanding reputation attracts the real estate industry’s leading professionals. We’re very pleased to welcome both Tom and Nick to SL Green and are sure both will make significant contributions to our growing position as New York City’s leading commercial landlord.”

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SL Green Realty Corp. Hires New Director of Security and Life Safety

Thu, 26 April 2007 12:18:55 GMT

New York, NY – April 26, 2007 – SL Green Realty Corp. (NYSE: SLG) today announced that Joseph Galasso joined the company to the newly created position, Senior Vice President, Director of Security and Life Safety.

In this new role, Mr. Galasso will be overseeing all facets of SL Green’s comprehensive Security and Life Safety initiatives. With a career spanning 20 years in law enforcement, he joins the company from the United States Department of Treasury where he served as Special Agent in charge of the Criminal Investigation field office in Boston. Mr. Galasso was the lead representative on many joint federal task forces working with the FBI, Secret Service, NYPD and Customs. His office supplied Special Agents for security details during Presidential Campaigns and National Conventions. He was responsible for planning, directing and evaluating the activities of all 150 Criminal Investigation Division employees in the states of New York, Massachusetts, Maine, Vermont, New Hampshire, Rhode Island and Connecticut.

Commenting on Mr. Galasso’s appointment, Edward Piccinich, Executive Vice President and Director of Property Management and Construction said, “The security and safety of our tenants is of paramount concern at SL Green and we are confident that Joe’s expertise in this area will serve to provide all our properties with the best in class security available today.”

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SL Green Realty Corp. Announces Promotion of Richard Currenti to SVP, Director of Engineering

Thu, 26 April 2007 12:15:40 GMT

New York, NY – April 26, 2007 – SL Green Realty Corp. (NYSE: SLG) today announced the promotion of Richard Currenti to Senior Vice President and Director of Engineering with responsibility for the oversight of 43 properties totaling over 24 million square feet.

Charged with all aspects of facilities management relating to building operations, systems, strategic planning, best practice initiatives and design, Mr. Currenti will coordinate over 250 projects per year among SL Green’s various property managers, contractors and accounting teams.

With over 30 years experience in the real estate industry, Mr. Currenti joined SL Green in 2003 serving most recently in the capacity of Vice President and Portfolio Manager. With a portfolio of over 6 million square feet, he provided guidance on major redevelopment projects including security upgrades, tenant construction, Local Law 11 compliance, HVAC and electrical upgrades.

Mr. Currenti’s previous career achievements included Assistant Regional Manager in Chase Manhattan Bank’s Operations Group and Building Manager of 4 New York Plaza and 55 Water Street. He was earlier employed by Fisher Brothers as a property manager at 605 Third Avenue and Assistant Chief Engineer responsible for opening the newly constructed Park Avenue Plaza.

Edward Piccinich, Executive Vice President and Director of Property Management and Construction of SL Green commented, “I am very pleased to announce this promotion. Richard has made significant contributions to the firm’s strategy of continually upgrading the company’s portfolio and we are confident that he will continue to excel as we maintain our position as New York’s leading commercial landlord.”

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SL Green Complete's $4.5 Million Lobby and Storefront Renovation at 333 W. 34th Street

Thu, 25 February 2010 15:36:08 GMT

Repositioning Features 21,000 Square Feet of New Retail Space

Renovation Follows Prior Retail Re-development of New 29 W. 34th Street

and 1551 Broadway in Times Square

New York, NY -February 9, 2010 - SL Green Realty Corp. (NYSE: SLG) is pleased to announce the completion of a $4.5 million lobby and storefront redevelopment at 333 W. 34th Street, the 10-story, 349,896-square-foot tower situated midblock between Eighth and Ninth Avenues.

Designed as part of a comprehensive re-positioning plan following SL Green's acquisition of the building in 2007, the very visible renovation features an enlarged and redesigned storefront and lobby. A new 21,000-square-foot retail space has been created on the ground floor by recapturing cafeteria and other underutilized space used by the building's previous office tenant.

The building lobby was designed with scaled European limestone finishes, augmented by an 18-foot high glass curtain wall system that wraps along the entire frontage of the building. Additional upgrades include improvements to the fire/life safety equipment, vertical transportation, security and visitor management systems. The equipment for the new technology was integrated into a new reception desk paneled in a limestone design that complements the rest of the lobby décor. Woertendyke Adjah Associates, Inc. (WAAI) and McGovern & Company were retained to oversee the design and construction of the project.

"Having just completed a series of successful lobby renovations at 711 Third Avenue, 810 Seventh Avenue, 16 Court Street, and 1515 Broadway, we saw this project as another opportunity to add substantial value to an underutilized building," said Edward V. Piccinich, SL Green Executive Vice President.

Entrances to both the buildings and new retail space have been outfitted with stainless steel and glass canopies, with the main entrance featuring a nine-foot high revolving glass door.

"Our goal was to radically change one's first impression of the building, and to elevate its profile along the 34th Street Corridor," added Mr. Piccinich.

"The quality of our re-development design was instrumental in pre-leasing 40 percent of the building to The Segal Company," said Steven Durels, SL Green Director of Leasing and Real Property. "We've had tremendous interest in the building from a wide variety of tenant users."

Just prior to the renovation of 333 W. 34th Street, SL Green completed two other development projects, both core and shell buildings, one a $14 million development further east at 29 West 34th Street, and one a $30 million project at 1551 Broadway.

SL Green constructed a three-story 18,000-square-foot core and shell building at 29 West 34th Street, then proceeded to strike leases with footwear retailers ALDO and GEOX, who were drawn to the proposed modern design of the building. The metal and glass curtain wall is a major design focal point, a grand departure from the typical pre-war stock of buildings that line the block between Fifth and Sixth Avenues.

According to Mr. Piccinich, "Developing the 34th Street site required a great level of precision, given the abutting buildings to the West and to the North. We acted as a community liaison for the occupants and owners of a neighboring hotel and residential buildings, while meeting the demands of an aggressive development schedule for both GEOX and ALDO, as they were taking possession of the new three-story building by May of 2009."

1551 Broadway, a major ground up development, was also a core and shell building consisting of three floors that is leased to national retailer American Eagle Outfitters for their New York City flagship. The turnkey development involved a complete repositioning of the site, which included demolition of the former Howard Johnson's restaurant building in the heart of Times Square. Tishman Construction managed the project, working with architect The Phillips Group.

"The property boasts 19-foot ceiling heights, topped with a soaring 250-high signage tower containing over 15,000 square feet of state-of-the-art LED signage," stated Mr. Piccinich. "We successfully completed construction on time and within budget for what was described as 2007's "Retail Deal of the Year." American Eagle was able to complete their build-out and subsequent grand opening last November, just prior to the busiest shopping season of the year."

About SL Green Realty Corp.

SL Green Realty Corp. is a self-administered and self-managed real estate investment trust, or REIT, that predominantly acquires, owns, repositions and manages Manhattan office properties. The Company is the only publicly held REIT that specializes in this niche. As of December 31, 2009, the Company owned interests in 29 New York City office properties totaling approximately 23,211,200 square feet, making it New York's largest office landlord. In addition, at December 31, 2009, SL Green held investment interests in, among other things, eight retail properties encompassing approximately 374,812 square feet, three development properties encompassing approximately 399,800 square feet and two land interests, along with ownership interests in 31 suburban assets totaling 6,804,700 square feet in Brooklyn, Queens, Long Island, Westchester County, Connecticut and New Jersey.

SL Green Reports Increased Leasing Activity at Year End 2009

Thu, 25 February 2010 15:22:06 GMT

Transaction Momentum Carries into 2010 as New and Existing Tenants Make Long-Term Commitments

BMW of Manhattan Signs Long-Term Renewal for 228,000 Square Feet

Aeropostale Inks Agreement to Anchor Retail Repositioning at 1515 Broadway

Suburban Portfolio Leasing Volume Also Shows Signs of Strength

New York, NY - January 26, 2010 - SL Green Realty Corp. (NYSE: SLG) today reported increased leasing activity during the fourth quarter of 2009, as the Company signed 48 leases totaling more than 560,000 square feet in its New York City portfolio. Leading the way was the 10-year, 228,000-square-foot early renewal of BMW of Manhattan, Inc. at 555 West 57th Street.

Also highlighting the fourth quarter were a 10-year, 75,000-square-foot new lease with DE Shaw Research, LLC covering seven floors at Tower 45, located at 120 W. 45th Street and an 11-year, 33,000 square foot expansion with Debevoise & Plimpton, LLP at 919 Third Avenue. Both transactions pre-lease spaces that were scheduled to become vacant in 2011.

Additionally, SL Green announced the completion of a 15-year retail lease with Aeropostale. The prominent teen apparel retailer is taking over 17,500 square feet at 1515 Broadway, combining ground floor space previously leased by Bank of America together with 2nd floor space previously occupied by MTV Studios.

"When we recaptured the former MTV studio space from Viacom, we recognized this as a unique opportunity to create high visibility retail space and unlock tremendous rental value," said Andrew Mathias, President and Chief Investment Officer of SL Green. The transaction required the simultaneous buyout of Bank of America who controlled a long-term lease on the space. Our extensive efforts were well worth it, as this new lease with Aeropostale anchors the building's retail repositioning with additional opportunity for further value creation in the remaining space and signage."

"The New York City office market got off to a slow start in 2009," noted Steven Durels, Executive Vice President, Director of Leasing and Real Property for SL Green. "However, we definitely saw a steady improvement in transaction velocity as 2009 progressed. Direct vacancy has stabilized and quality sublease availability is shrinking."

There were 2.25 million square feet leased in Manhattan during the month of December according to Cushman & Wakefield, Inc. The last two times monthly leasing activity exceeded 2 million square feet was in July 2009 and June 2008.

"Likewise, we are seeing an increasing number of in-place tenants with expirations beyond 2010 initiating longer-term renewal and expansion discussions," said Durels. "It appears that many companies realize the market is beginning to bottom-out and are fearful that rents will rise before their leases expire. These early renewals like the BMW transaction permit us to substantially reduce our near-to-mid term portfolio rollover."

Overall, Durels reported that the Company signed 191 Manhattan leases covering more than 1,480,000 square feet for the full year. In addition, the Company's Reckson division, which manages its suburban portfolio in Westchester and Connecticut, reported 29 deals topping 346,000 square feet. This included a renewal with Verizon for approximately 117,000 square feet and a new lease with Gerald Metals for approximately 23,250 square feet.

Company Profile

SL Green Realty Corp. is a self-administered and self-managed real estate investment trust, or REIT, that predominantly acquires, owns, repositions and manages Manhattan office properties. The Company is the only publicly held REIT that specializes in this niche. As of December 31, 2009, the Company owned interests in 29 New York City office properties totaling approximately 23,211,200 square feet, making it New York's largest office landlord. In addition, at December 31, 2009, SL Green held investment interests in, among other things, eight retail properties encompassing approximately 374,812 square feet, three development properties encompassing approximately 399,800 square feet and two land interests, along with ownership interests in 31 suburban assets totaling 6,804,700 square feet in Brooklyn, Queens, Long Island, Westchester County, Connecticut and New Jersey.

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Forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and actual results or developments may materially differ, and we caution you not to place undue reliance on such statements. Forward-looking statements are generally identifiable by the use of the words "may," "will," "should," "expect," "anticipate," "estimate," "believe," "intend," "project," "continue," or the negative of these words, or other similar words or terms.

Forward-looking statements contained in this press release are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties which may cause our actual results, performance or achievements to be materially different from future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by forward-looking statements made by us. These risks and uncertainties include the effect of the credit crisis on general economic, business and financial conditions, and on the New York Metro real estate market in particular; dependence upon certain geographic markets; risks of real estate acquisitions, dispositions and developments, including the cost of construction delays and cost overruns; risks relating to structured finance investments; availability and creditworthiness of prospective tenants and borrowers; bankruptcy or insolvency of a major tenant or a significant number of smaller tenants; adverse changes in the real estate markets, including reduced demand for office space, increasing vacancy, and increasing availability of sublease space; availability of capital (debt and equity); unanticipated increases in financing and other costs, including a rise in interest rates; our ability to comply with financial covenants in our debt instruments; our ability to maintain our status as a REIT; risks of investing through joint venture structures, including the fulfillment by our partners of their financial obligations; the continuing threat of terrorist attacks, in particular in the New York Metro area and on our tenants; our ability to obtain adequate insurance coverage at a reasonable cost and the potential for losses in excess of our insurance coverage, including as a result of environmental contamination; and legislative, regulatory and/or safety requirements adversely affecting REITs and the real estate business, including costs of compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Fair Housing Act and other similar laws and regulations.

Other factors and risks to our business, many of which are beyond our control, are described in our filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. We undertake no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of future events, new information or otherwise.

New York Life Insurance Renews its 89,744 sq. ft. Lease at SL Green's 420 Lexington Avenue

Thu, 25 February 2010 15:17:49 GMT

New York, NY - February 24, 2010 - SL Green Realty Corp. (NYSE: SLG) announced today that New York Life Insurance Company has renewed its 87,944-square-foot lease on part of the 14th and entire 15th floors at 420 Lexington Avenue, a/k/a/ The Graybar Building.

"We're delighted that New York Life has committed to remain with us for another ten years. They're an exceptional organization whose relationship we greatly value," said Steven Durels, SL Green Executive Vice President, Director of Leasing and Real Property.

420 Lexington sits atop Grand Central Terminal and is the headquarters for SL Green Realty Corp. Other major tenants include Bank Leumi USA, Metro-North Commuter Railroad Co., and New Plan Excel Realty.

A. Mitti Liebersohn of Cushman & Wakefield represented the tenant in the transaction, while Steve Durels acted in-house on behalf of the landlord.

Russ Rabinovich Esq. of Kramer, Levin, Naftalis & Frankel LLP represented the tenant and Noah Shapiro of Paul, Hastings, Janofsky & Walker represented the landlord.

About SL Green Realty Corp.

SL Green Realty Corp. is a self-administered and self-managed real estate investment trust, or REIT, that predominantly acquires, owns, repositions and manages Manhattan office properties. The Company is the only publicly held REIT that specializes in this niche. As of December 31, 2009, the Company owned interests in 29 New York City office properties totaling approximately 23,211,200 square feet, making it New York's largest office landlord. In addition, at December 31, 2009, SL Green held investment interests in, among other things, eight retail properties encompassing approximately 374,812 square feet, three development properties encompassing approximately 399,800 square feet and two land interests, along with ownership interests in 31 suburban assets totaling 6,804,700 square feet in Brooklyn, Queens, Long Island, Westchester County, Connecticut and New Jersey.

DVB Transport (US) Renews at SL Green's 609 Fifth Avenue

Thu, 25 February 2010 15:13:48 GMT

New York, NY - February 10, 2010 - SL Green Realty Corp. (NYSE: SLG) today announced that DVB Transport (US) AG, a leader in international transport finance related to shipping, aviation and trucking, renewed its 10,498-square-foot lease at SL Green's 609 Fifth Avenue, the 13-story 156,700-square-foot tower located across from Rockefeller Center.

"609 Fifth Avenue is a premier boutique office building with many prestigious tenants. We're delighted that DVB has elected to remain with us for another ten years," said Steven Durels, Executive Vice President, Director of Leasing and Real Property for SL Green.

Among the office tenants in the building are DZ Bank, Davis Selected Advisors, and Reebok International. American Girl Place anchors three floors of retail space.

Cushman & Wakefield's Michael Burgio represented the tenant in the transaction, while Steve Pressler of Promenade Real Estate Group and SL Green's David Kaufman acted on behalf of SL Green.

About SL Green Realty Corp.

SL Green Realty Corp. is a self-administered and self-managed real estate investment trust, or REIT, that predominantly acquires, owns, repositions and manages Manhattan office properties. The Company is the only publicly held REIT that specializes in this niche. As of December 31, 2009, the Company owned interests in 29 New York City office properties totaling approximately 23,211,200 square feet, making it New York's largest office landlord. In addition, at December 31, 2009, SL Green held investment interests in, among other things, eight retail properties encompassing approximately 374,812 square feet, three development properties encompassing approximately 399,800 square feet and two land interests, along with ownership interests in 31 suburban assets totaling 6,804,700 square feet in Brooklyn, Queens, Long Island, Westchester County, Connecticut and New Jersey.

Barton, Barton & Plotkin Renews its 12,277sq. ft. Lease at SL Green's 420 Lexington Avenue

Thu, 25 February 2010 15:09:57 GMT

Headquartered At Graybar for More than 50 Years

New York, NY - February 24, 2010 - SL Green Realty Corp. (NYSE: SLG) today announced that Barton, Barton & Plotkin LLP, a prestigious law firm which has been a tenant at 420 Lexington Avenue, aka The Graybar Building, for more than half a century, renewed its 12,277-square-foot lease on the 18th floor.

The firm started in a single room office and has expanded and relocated multiple times over many years.

"The key to our successful relationship has been SL Green's ability to support our firm's growth," said Roger E. Barton, Managing Partner, "and we look forward to solidifying that relationship in the years ahead."

According to Steve Durels, Executive Vice President, Director of Leasing and Real Property for SL Green, "This transaction perfectly represents everything we strive to accomplish as landlord who develops long-term relationships with our tenants and helps to provide the right size space solution as their business grows over time."

Providing direct access to Grand Central Terminal, 420 Lexington Avenue is 1.4 million square feet and 30 floors. Major tenants include Bank Leumi USA, Metro-North Commuter Railroad Co., New Plan Excel Realty, and New York Life Insurance.

Larry Swiger of SL Green represented the landlord in the transaction.

About SL Green Realty Corp.

SL Green Realty Corp. is a self-administered and self-managed real estate investment trust, or REIT, that predominantly acquires, owns, repositions and manages Manhattan office properties. The Company is the only publicly held REIT that specializes in this niche. As of December 31, 2009, the Company owned interests in 29 New York City office properties totaling approximately 23,211,200 square feet, making it New York's largest office landlord. In addition, at December 31, 2009, SL Green held investment interests in, among other things, eight retail properties encompassing approximately 374,812 square feet, three development properties encompassing approximately 399,800 square feet and two land interests, along with ownership interests in 31 suburban assets totaling 6,804,700 square feet in Brooklyn, Queens, Long Island, Westchester County, Connecticut and New Jersey.

SL Green Closes 2007 with over 1.7 mn sf of Leases

Thu, 21 February 2008 14:52:58 GMT

New York, NY – January 22, 2008 – SL Green Realty Corp. (NYSE: SLG) closed 2007 having signed leases throughout the year covering a robust 1,743,888 square feet in 258 transactions within its Manhattan office portfolio. Reflecting the strength of the leasing market and desirability of the SL portfolio, occupancy rates remained high at 97 percent.

Among the many notable office leases signed in 2007, the largest were with J&W Seligman & Co., Inc./Seligman Data Corporation at 100 Park Avenue, Ann Taylor Stores Corp. at 1372 Broadway, NYU Hospitals Center at 333 East 38th Street, D.E. Shaw & Co., LP at 120 West 45th Street, The Millwork Trading Co., Ltd. d/b/a Li Fung, at 1372 Broadway, and WalMart, also at 1372 Broadway.

J&W Seligman and Co. Incorporated and associated company, Seligman Data Corporation both renewed their leases at 100 Park Avenue covering a total of 103,363 square feet. Sharing SL Green’s vision for the office tower as it underwent the finishing touches of its impressive $72 million repositioning program, J&W Seligman extended its lease for 10 years and nine months, and Seligman Data Corporation signed a new 11-year, four-month lease. Tara Stacom of Cushman & Wakefield, Inc. represented both tenants.

100 Park Avenue is a gleaming 36-story office tower located between 40th and 41st Streets on Park Avenue. With its dramatic repositioning, the building has already become the leading office property in the Grand Central Terminal submarket where tenants and visitors alike are met by a spectacular and soaring two-story atrium lobby, stunning glass façade with 2,500 new insulated windows, and sleekly designed elevator cabs with glass and stone accents. Additionally, the building infrastructure has been significantly upgraded. 100 Park Avenue offers 10,300 to 45,000 square foot floors and contains 887,489 rentable square feet.

At 1372 Broadway, a 21-story office building located between 37th and 38th Streets, leading women’s retailer and long term tenant, Ann Taylor Stores Corp., renewed its lease early covering 100,062 square feet with a view to hedging against future lease rate increases. David Goldstein, Matthew Barlow and Jason Perla of Studley represented the tenant. The Millwork Trading Company, d/b/a Li Fung, one of the world’s largest consumer goods sourcing companies, signed a new 10-year lease covering 70,538 square feet. Alexander Chudnoff of Cushman & Wakefield, Inc. represented The Millwork Trading Company. Frank Doyle of Jones Lang LaSalle represented the landlord.

Also at 1372 Broadway, Wal-Mart Stores East signed a 10-year, 46,103-square-foot lease to occupy the entire second floor and mezzanine of the building, for its executive offices. Barry Milberg of Treeline Real Estate Group together with Alexander Chudnoff and Mitchell Konsker of Cushman & Wakefield represented the tenant.

NYU Hospitals Center expanded its footprint at 333 East 38th Street in two decisive stages, the first in June with a new 20-year lease for 48,896 square feet and the second in late November with a new 13-year lease for 44,995 square feet. The leading healthcare provider and long-term tenant now occupies more than 159,600 square feet at the 12-story building, located on First Avenue within close proximity to the main NYU Medical Center. Howard J. Tenenbaum and Gary M. Rosen of SL Green represented the landlord in both agreements.

Rounding out the top five leases for 2007, prominent tenant, global investment and technology development firm, D.E. Shaw & Co., LP renewed its 71,457 square foot lease at 120 West 45th Street, also known as Tower 45, for ten years. Tower 45 is a 40-story office tower located between Sixth and Seventh Avenues.

Commenting on the year’s strong leasing performance, Steven Durels, Executive VP and Director of Leasing and Real Property said, “2007 continued to be a robust year in terms of leasing activity with many tenants attracted by the strength of our numerous strategic building repositioning efforts. We enter 2008 with an office portfolio that enjoys continual re-investment in order to deliver the greatest possible service to our tenants.”

Company Profile

SL Green Realty Corp. is a self-administered and self-managed real estate investment trust, or REIT, that predominantly acquires, owns, repositions and manages Manhattan office properties. The Company is the only publicly held REIT that specializes in this niche. As of September 30, 2007, the Company owned 31 New York City office properties totaling approximately 22,353,200 square feet, making it New York’s largest office landlord. In addition, SL Green holds investment interests in, among other things, retail properties (10) encompassing approximately 393,789 square feet, development property (one) encompassing approximately 85,000 square feet and land interests (two), along with ownership of 36 suburban assets totaling 7,867,500 square feet in Brooklyn, Queens, Long Island, Westchester County, Connecticut and New Jersey.

SL Green Venture Signs 1.3-Million-Square-Foot Headquarters Lease with Viacom at 1515 Broadway

Thu, 20 November 2008 09:47:20 GMT

Third Largest Lease in Midtown Manhattan History

New York, NY - November 11, 2008 - SL Green Realty Corp. (NYSE: SLG) today announced that Viacom International, Inc. has renewed and extended its lease covering 1.3 million square feet for its Global Headquarters at 1515 Broadway. This notable accomplishment is the third largest lease ever signed in Midtown Manhattan. The iconic tower is owned by SL Green in a joint venture with SITQ. The lease renewal through mid-2015 includes 1.1 million square feet that was scheduled to expire in 2010, along with the extension of an additional 170,000 square feet that was set to expire in 2012 and 2013.

Marc Holliday, Chief Executive Officer of SL Green, stated, "For more than a decade Times Square has been the epicenter of corporate resurgence in Manhattan and 1515 Broadway stands prominently at this "Crossroads of the World". Along with our joint venture partner SITQ, we are extremely pleased that Viacom, which has been a long time Midtown anchor and valued tenant, will continue to call 1515 Broadway its home. Additionally, the transaction will allow us to redesign our previously planned redevelopment and save over $200 million of potential re-tenanting costs."

He continued, "SL Green continues to outperform its leasing objectives in a challenging economic climate. In 2008, we have completed over 3 million square feet of transactions, including numerous early renewals -- a noteworthy achievement that reduces future leasing risk and enhances our 2009 and 2010 revenue outlook. In completing the renewal announced today, we have reduced the amount of square footage of leases expiring over the next two years by approximately 30%."

Mr. Holliday added, "Times Square is a place that continually reinvents itself in the image of visitors and of those who work there. It's essential that its most recognizable building continues to play a leading role in that evolution."

Acquired by the SL Green/SITQ joint venture in 2002, 1515 Broadway was among the skyscrapers that pioneered the transformation of Times Square to become one of the City's foremost office locations. In addition to being anchored by Viacom, the now 95% leased office tower is also home to The Minskoff Theatre, AEG Live's Nokia Theatre and the recently signed Wurk Environments, LLC.

Michael Langinestra, Scott Gottlieb and Andrew Sussman from CB Richard Ellis Inc. and the legal team of Chris Smith and Laura Chirita from Shearman & Sterling LLP represented Viacom in the transaction. SL Green was represented in-house by Steven Durels, Executive Vice President, Neil Kessner, Executive Vice President, and Kathy Crocco, Senior Vice President together with attorneys Stuart Mass and Noah Shapiro from Paul, Hastings, Janofsky & Walker LLP.

About SL Green Realty Corp.

SL Green Realty Corp. is a self-administered and self-managed real estate investment trust, or REIT, that predominantly acquires, owns, repositions and manages Manhattan office properties. The Company is the only publicly held REIT that specializes in this niche. As of September 30, 2008, the Company owned 30 New York City office properties totaling approximately 23,719,200 square feet, making it New York's largest office landlord. In addition, at September 30, 2008, SL Green held investment interests in, among other things, eight retail properties encompassing approximately 400,212 square feet, two development properties encompassing approximately 363,000 square feet and two land interests, along with ownership interests in 36 suburban assets totaling 7,867,500 square feet in Brooklyn, Queens, Long Island, Westchester County, Connecticut and New Jersey.

About SITQ

SITQ is a real estate investment, management and development firm with a portfolio specializing primarily in office buildings and business parks. SITQ owns real estate assets of CAD $12.4 billion, consisting of 122 properties representing more than 39.6 million square feet of leasable space. A leader in the Canadian real estate industry, SITQ also owns assets in the United States, France, the United Kingdom and Germany.

SITQ is a real estate subsidiary of the Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec. Its other shareholders are five leading Canadian pension funds. The Company employs nearly 400 people located at its head office in Montréal, as well as in Calgary (Canada), Paris (France), Frankfurt (Germany) and Brussels (Belgium). For more information: http://www.sitq.com/.

Forward-looking Information

This press release contains forward-looking information based upon the Company's current best judgment and expectations. Actual results could vary from those presented herein. The risks and uncertainties associated with forward-looking information in this release include the strength of the commercial office real estate markets in New York, competitive market conditions, unanticipated administrative costs, timing of leasing income, general and local economic conditions, interest rates, capital market conditions, tenant bankruptcies and defaults, the availability and cost of comprehensive insurance, including coverage for terrorist acts, and other factors, which are beyond the Company's control. We undertake no obligation to publicly update or revise any of the forward-looking information. For further information, please refer to the Company's filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

Duane Reade Signs 5,500-Sq. Ft. Lease at SL Green's 625 Madison

Thu, 2 October 2008 11:29:15 GMT

New York, NY - October 1, 2008 - SL Green Realty Corp. announced today that Duane Reade has signed a 15-year lease renewal covering 5,500 square feet at 625 Madison Avenue.

"We're delighted that Duane Reade will continue its long-term tenancy with us," said Steven M. Durels, Executive Vice President and Director of Leasing and Real Property for SL Green.

The 17-story, 567,517-square-foot 626 Madison features a two-story atrium lobby and white glove service. Located between East 58th and East 59th Streets, it is within steps of some of New York's most renowned hotels, including The Four Seasons and The Plaza, and the property's retail tenants include such prestigious international design firms as Baccarat, Fratelli Rossetti, and Stuart Weitzman. LVMH and Polo Ralph Lauren are some of the building's major office tenants

"We were happy to work with SL Green on this major transaction for our client at, arguably, the Upper East Side's most significant retail intersection," said Jeffrey Winick, CEO, Winick Realty Group, which exclusively represents Duane Reade for all its real estate requirements.

Duane Reade occupies space in a number of SL Green buildings, among them 485 Lexington Avenue and 16 Court Street.

About SL Green Realty Corp.

SL Green Launches Second Annual 'Community Enrichment Program for Young Professionals'

Thu, 16 July 2009 13:40:03 GMT

Program Underscores SL Green's Commitment to Queens and the Redevelopment Of Aqueduct Race Track

New York- July 15, 2009 - Four talented high school students from local Queens communities have been selected to participate in this summer's second annual "Queens Community Enrichment Program for Young Achievers" sponsored by SL Green Realty Corp.'s (NYSE: SLG)

As New York City's largest commercial real estate landlord and a leading candidate to redevelop one of Queens's most famous venues, Aqueduct Racetrack, SL Green is pleased to welcome the following students to the five-week program, which commences on July 13th:

Messiah Smith (class of 2009) of Jamaica Queens
Toni Ann Abruzzino (class of 2010) of Ozone Park
Samantha Granickas (class of 2010) of Howard Beach
Frank Gentile (class of 2010) of South Ozone Park

The program represents an exceptional opportunity for both SL Green and local high school students to work together in the real estate industry. The four interns will help with various projects involving SL Green's New York City portfolio, which represents more than 23 million square feet of commercial office space.

"Due to the popularity and success of last year's program, we are delighted to offer it again to local high school students who show an aptitude and interest in commercial real estate," said Edward V. Piccinich, Executive Vice President and Director of Management and Construction for SL Green.

Elizabeth Braton, Chair of the Community Board 10 in Queens, said, "The Queens Enrichment Program initiated last summer and continued this year by SL Green is much appreciated by Community Board 10. Our young people involved in last year's program raved about the opportunity for real world work experience provided through their internships with the company. We're sure the students involved this summer will also value this excellent opportunity provided by SL Green to gain valuable knowledge and experience doing meaningful work at a major corporation that will help them broaden their horizons as they approach the age for making career choices and joining our city's workforce."

About SL Green Realty Corp.

SL Green Realty Corp. is a self-administered and self-managed real estate investment trust, or REIT, that predominantly acquires, owns, repositions and manages Manhattan office properties. The Company is the only publicly held REIT that specializes in this niche. As of March 31, 2009, the Company owned 29 New York City office properties totaling approximately 23,211,200 square feet, making it New York's largest office landlord. In addition, at March 31, 2009, SL Green held investment interests in, among other things, eight retail properties encompassing approximately 400,212 square feet, three development properties encompassing approximately 399,800 square feet and two land interests, along with ownership interests in 32 suburban assets totaling 6,949,700 square feet in Brooklyn, Queens, Long Island, Westchester County, Connecticut and New Jersey.

New York Public Library Signs 13,124-Sq Ft Lease at SL Green’s 485 Lexington Avenue

Thu, 10 July 2008 10:08:15 GMT

New York, NY – July 10, 2008 – SL Green Realty Corp.(NYSE: SLG) today announced that it has completed a new lease agreement with The New York Public Library, Astor, Lenox and Tilden Foundations to occupy 13,124 square feet on the mezzanine and a portion of the ground floor at 485 Lexington Avenue.

The retail space will accommodate the Donnell Library branch for a six-year term while Donnell’s permanent premises at 20 W. 53rd Street is being redeveloped.

“We are delighted that the Donnell Library, which houses the NY Public Library’s largest circulating collection of materials in languages other than English, films and videotapes, and which is known for its rich variety of free cultural events and exhibitions, has opted to make its home at 485 Lexington Avenue,” said Steven Durels, Director of Leasing and Real Property for SL Green.

485 Lexington, aka Grand Central Square, is a 31-story, 921,370-square-foot property constructed in 1956 situated on the Southwest corner of Lexington Avenue and East 47th Street. A comprehensive redevelopment program, including a new lobby, entryway, windows and renovated façade was recently completed at the property.

Other tenants at 485 Lexington Avenue include Citibank, NA, Fairchild Publications, Novantas, Offit Capital and Travelers Insurance.

Studley’s David Goldstein, together with Jason Perla and David Carlos represented the library, and Jeffrey Roseman of Newmark Knight Frank Retail acted on behalf of the landlord in the transaction.

About SL Green Realty Corp.

SL Green Realty Corp. is a self-administered and self-managed real estate investment trust, or REIT, that predominantly acquires, owns, repositions and manages Manhattan office properties. The Company is the only publicly held REIT that specializes in this niche. As of March 31, 2008, the Company owned 31 New York City office properties totaling approximately 24,389,200 square feet, making it New York's largest office landlord. In addition, SL Green holds investment interests in, among other things, nine retail properties encompassing approximately 400,212 square feet, one development property encompassing approximately 85,000 square feet and two land interests, along with ownership interests in 36 suburban assets totaling 7,867,500 square feet in Brooklyn, Queens, Long Island, Westchester County, Connecticut and New Jersey. To be added to the Company’s distribution list or to obtain the latest news releases and other Company information, please visit our website at www.slgreen.com or contact Investor Relations at 212-216-1601.

SL Green Realty Corp. Announces 70,538 Sq. Ft. Expansion by Millwork Trading Company, Ltd. at 1372 Broadway

Sat, 7 April 2007 13:10:24 GMT

New York, NY – March 7, 2007 – SL Green Realty Corp. (NYSE: SLG) today announced that it has completed a 70,538 square foot lease expansion agreement at 1372 Broadway with Millwork Trading Company Ltd., a wholly owned subsidiary of Hong Kong-based Li & Fung, the world’s leading consumer goods sourcing company. The 10-year lease expansion comprising the entire third and fourth floors brings Millwork’s total commitment within the building to 114,246 square feet. The company will occupy the space for offices and showrooms.

Commenting on the new agreement, Steven Durels, Executive Vice President, Leasing for SL Green said, “Fundamentals in the New York City office market remain robust fueled by strong demand from tenant growth. Millwork is a marquee tenant and we’re delighted they have selected 1372 Broadway to anchor their business. This transaction illustrates the strength of our commitment to service the on-going needs of our tenants.”

Located in the heart of Times Square South, on Broadway between 37th and 38th Streets, the 21-story property, containing 534,000 rentable square feet, is convenient to both Grand Central Terminal and Penn Station. In addition to Millwork, major office tenants include Ross Stores, Inc. and Ann Taylor, Inc.

Alexander Chudnoff and Mitchell Konsker of Cushman & Wakefield represented the tenant in this transaction. Frank Doyle of Jones Lang LaSalle was the landlord’s agent.

Company Profile

SL Green Realty Corp. Closes Full Floor Lease at 215 Park Avenue South

Mon, 5 March 2007 13:16:54 GMT

New York, NY – March 5, 2007 – SL Green Realty Corp. (NYSE: SLG) today announced that tourism and economic development public relations specialists, Development Counsellors International, Ltd. has leased the entire tenth floor, covering 16,500 square feet, at 215 Park Avenue South for ten years. SL Green serves as leasing and managing agent to the building, which is owned by 215 Park Avenue South Associates, Inc.

A leader in the field of corporate communications, Development Counsellors International (DCI) specializes exclusively in all phases of economic development and tourism marketing.

Commenting on the new agreement, Howard Tenenbaum, Executive Vice President, Leasing for SL Green said, “DCI’s move to 215 Park Avenue South is a win/win situation for both tenant and landlord. The landlord is pleased to welcome a communications company with DCI’s reputation, as they complement our prestigious tenant roster composed of firms in similar fields. For its part, DCI has found a new headquarters with a generous floor plate, abundant natural light, soaring ceilings and convenient proximity to the retail, dining and recreation of Union Square.”

Located at the corner of 18th street and Park Avenue South, in the heart of the Union Square district, 215 Park Avenue South, a 20-story, full service office building, contains 300,000 square feet. Other prominent building tenants include leading architectural firm, Perkins + Will, publishing house, Houghton Mifflin Co., advertising agency, AKA Inc., and leader in work environment solutions, Kimball International Marketing, Inc.

Marc Ellman of Ellman Realty Advisors, Inc. represented the tenant in this transaction. Howard Tenenbaum, Executive Vice President and Gary Rosen, Senior Managing Director, both of SL Green Realty Corp. represented the landlord.

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SL Green Announces 32,721 Sq. Ft. Lease Expansion with CBS Broadcasting at 555 West 57th Street

Mon, 30 July 2007 09:39:19 GMT

New York, NY – July 30, 2007 – SL Green Realty Corp. (NYSE: SLG) today announced that it completed a 10-year lease expansion agreement with CBS Broadcasting, Inc. at 555 West 57th Street in New York City. The newly acquired space increases CBS’ total commitment within the building to 286,037 square feet.

Commenting on the agreement, Steven Durels, Executive Vice President and Director of Leasing and Real Property for SL Green, said, “Our relationship with CBS at 555 West 57th street continues to be strengthened and we are delighted when we are able to accommodate this valued tenant as it expands its broadcast operations.”

Located at 57th Street at the corner of 11th Avenue, the 20-story property, containing 975,983 square feet, was built in 1973 and features river views from all floors and a parking garage at its base.In addition to CBS Broadcasting, Inc. the building is home to the offices of BMW, St. Lukes Roosevelt, and The City University of New York.

Scott Gottlieb and Michael Laginestra of CB Richard Ellis represented the tenant in this transaction.

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SL Green Inks Expansion Deal with NYU Hospitals Center

Mon, 3 December 2007 15:39:16 GMT

Premier National Medical Center Increases Footprint at 673 First Avenue to 159,611 SF

New York, NY – December 3, 2007 – SL Green Realty Corp. (NYSE: SLG) today announced that NYU Hospitals Center has signed a new 13– year lease for an additional 44,995 square feet at 673 First Avenue bringing its total occupancy at the midtown east office building to 159,631 square feet. In June this year, NYU Hospitals Center also expanded its offices at the building by 48,896 square feet.

NYU Hospitals Center together with New York Presbyterian Hospital now occupies over 392,000 square feet of 673 First Avenue, which has become a central hub for New York’ s leaders in the medical community.

Commenting on the agreement, Steven Durels, Executive Vice President and Director of Leasing and Real Property for SL Green, said, “ NYU Hospitals Center is a valued long– term tenant. Once NYU Hospital expressed a need for additional space we were able to structure the recapture of a full floor from another tenant with six years of remaining term and unlock significant rental value. Overall the transaction was a win– win for everyone.”

Located on the northwest corner of 38th Street and First Avenue, 673 First Avenue is a 12– story building containing 425,000 rentable square feet.

Howard J. Tenenbaum and Gary M. Rosen of SL Green represented the tenant in the new agreement.

About SL Green Realty Corp.

SL Green Realty Corp. is a self– administered and self– managed real estate investment trust, or REIT, that predominantly acquires, owns, repositions and manages Manhattan office properties. The Company is the only publicly held REIT that specializes in this niche. As of September 30, 2007, the Company owned 31 New York City office properties totaling approximately 22,353,200 square feet, making it New York’ s largest office landlord. In addition, SL Green holds investment interests in, among other things, retail properties (10) encompassing approximately 393,789 square feet, development property (one) encompassing approximately 85,000 square feet and land interests (two), along with ownership of 36 suburban assets totaling 7,867,500 square feet in Brooklyn, Queens, Long Island, Westchester County, Connecticut and New Jersey.

To be added to the Company’ s distribution list or to obtain the latest news releases and other Company information, please visit our website at www.slgreen.com or contact Investor Relations at 212– 216– 1601.

SL Green Completes $40 Million of Redevelopment Projects at Three Buildings

Mon, 27 April 2009 12:27:24 GMT

New Stunning Lobby Designs

New York, NY - April 27, 2009 - SL Green Realty Corp. (NYSE: SLG) announced today the completion of $40 million of building re-development improvements at three of its signature office properties, 711 Third Avenue, 810 Seventh Avenue in Manhattan, and 16 Court Street in Brooklyn. Each property has undergone a comprehensive re-positioning which includes capital improvements featuring unique designs reflective of each building.

"It's satisfying to see the completion of these redevelopment projects, which were designed to enhance and highlight a specific theme for each building and its tenancy. They are strikingly distinct and have set the bar high for future lobby redevelopment projects. It is a refreshing reminder of our on-going commitment in maintaining our portfolio to the highest standard," stated Edward Piccinich, Executive Vice President, Director of Management and Construction.

"A tremendous amount of time and effort goes into designing each of our redevelopment projects with the goal being to provide state-of-the-art work environments and eye-catching architectural appeal for our building tenants and visitors," noted Steven Durels, Executive Vice President, Director of Leasing and Real Property.

711 Third Avenue

What makes 711 Third Avenue's lobby so unique is the artistically famous 200-square-foot mosaic mural wrapping around the elevator core. It was commissioned in 1956 and created by the German-born American abstract expressionist painter, Hans Hofmann. The mural consists of 500,000 Venetian glass tiles in 500 different shades, each smaller than a postage stamp. The mural was pain-stakingly restored and became the feature around which the entire lobby was designed. The final product represents one of the most visually appealing commercial lobby entrances in Manhattan, combining both enduring artwork and leading edge technology. A lofty ambiance is created by the new glass entrance that is flush with the building exterior along Third Avenue, and the lobby's high ceilings, polished marble walls, glass tiles, and quartz flooring. The $10 million renovation also includes new elevator cabs and corridor upgrades at this 20-story 553,000-square foot tower which is occupied by prestigious tenants such as Crain's New York Business, Parade Publications, Ricoh Corporation, Omnicom and Chicago Title Insurance Company.

810 Seventh Avenue

Environmental sensitivity was a driving theme for the re-design of this building achieved through the use of sustainable, natural building materials. A subtle lighting scheme was designed to mimic natural light accenting the stone and dark-stain bamboo finishes, including a custom bamboo reception desk, which are design highlights of the ultra cool, elegant new lobby at the 41-story 694,000-square foot tower.

Mr. Piccinich commented, "We knew we wanted to create something that was much different from our previous lobby renovations, and our final design selection fulfilled that goal; the space is both highly operational and enjoys a unique aesthetic. We've received overwhelmingly positive feedback from our tenants."

The $13 million capital campaign also included new elevator cabs, common corridors and bathrooms with complimentary design features. Major tenants in the building include In-Sight Communications, Ion Media, Hearst Communications, WWOR-TV and numerous financial services firms.

16 Court Street

The re-creation of the building's dated lobby and entrance take their cue from the buildings elegant pre-war architecture. The resulting design features a strong black and white theme with a contemporary art deco feel.

Lobby materials included polarized quartz floor tiles, black granite, white glass and walnut wood walls. The lobby redevelopment is part of a $17 million comprehensive redevelopment program, which included new elevator cabs, new windows, restroom renovations, common corridor, and infrastructure upgrades. In addition, an extensive façade restoration was performed in order to preserve the distinguishing architectural elements of the 38-story 284,000-square foot tower, which is Brooklyn's tallest building.

Among the building's tenants are New York Times, Marcus & Millichap, NYC Department of Transportation, and the Kings County Democratic Committee.

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SL Green Signs Sun Capital Advisors to Full Floor at 100 Park Avenue

Mon, 26 November 2007 14:58:27 GMT

New York, NY – November 26, 2007 - SL Green Realty Corp. (NYSE: SLG) today announced that it has completed a new 10-year lease agreement at 100 Park Avenue with Sun Capital Advisors, Inc. for the entire 33rd floor comprising 10,750 square feet.

100 Park Avenue is currently undergoing a dramatic $70 million redevelopment program that will transform the property into the premier Park Avenue office building in the Grand Central area. The building has completed a spectacular new, two-story atrium lobby and has installed 2,500 new insulated windows. Renovations include a stunning new glass façade, sleek new elevator cabs with glass and stone accents, new HVAC systems, upgraded electric capacity, a new emergency generator, and state-of-the-art security.

Commenting on the new agreement, Steven Durels, Executive Vice President and Director of Leasing and Real Property for SL Green, said, “As our redevelopment plan nears completion, most apparent with the new glass facade and new lobby, elevator cabs and double height storefronts, companies that value distinctive architecture are finding their way to 100 Park Avenue. We are very pleased to welcome Sun Capital Advisors, Inc. to 100 Park Avenue where the firm will join other prominent tenants.”

Located one block south of Grand Central Terminal between 40th and 41st streets, 100 Park Avenue is a 36-story, Class A building, containing 887,489 rentable square feet. The building offers 10,300 to 45,000 square foot floors. Other prestigious tenants include J&W Seligman and Co. Incorporated, Seligman Data Corporation, Impala Asset Management, General American Investors, Kreindler & Kreindler, Fox Rothschild LLP and Gerling America Insurance.

Clyde E. Reetz of Cushman & Wakefield represented the tenant in this transaction.

Company Profile

SL Green Realty Corp. is a self-administered and self-managed real estate investment trust, or REIT, that predominantly acquires, owns, repositions and manages Manhattan office properties. The Company is the only publicly held REIT that specializes in this niche. As of September 30, 2007, the Company owned 31 New York City office properties totaling approximately 22,353,200 square feet, making it New York's largest office landlord. In addition, SL Green holds investment interests in, among other things, retail properties (10) encompassing approximately 393,789 square feet, development property (one) encompassing approximately 85,000 square feet and land interests (two), along with ownership of 36 suburban assets totaling 7,867,500 square feet in Brooklyn, Queens, Long Island, Westchester County, Connecticut and New Jersey.

Eaton Vance Corp. Doubles in Size at SL Green's 100 Park Avenue

Mon, 25 January 2010 12:41:53 GMT

The LEED Silver Certified New ‘Modern Classic' Across from Grand Central Terminal is Nearing 90% Occupancy

New York, NY (November 11, 2009) - SL Green Realty Corp. (NYSE: SLG) announced today that Eaton Vance Corp., a leading investment management organization, has expanded by another 5,122 square feet, effectively doubling in size to 10,985 square feet.

Eaton Vance now occupies the entire 32nd floor of the 36-story building for a term of 10 years.

"We were pleased to have been able to accommodate Eaton Vance's immediate expansion needs," said Steven Durels, Executive Vice President and Director of Leasing and Real Property for SL Green, "and we are delighted that they chose 100 Park Avenue as their first office in New York City." Eaton Vance is headquartered in Boston.

100 Park was certified LEED silver only two months ago. The building is one of a few New York City existing buildings to receive LEED certification following an extensive $72 million capital redevelopment program that included major infrastructure upgrades to the electrical, security, and plumbing systems, among other improvements.

Mark Mandell of Cushman & Wakefield represented Eaton Vance, while SL Green's Lawrence Swiger acted on behalf of the landlord.

Joan Thompson, Esq. represented SL Green in-house, while Donald L. Shulman, Esq., of Goulston & Storrs acted on behalf of Eaton Vance.

About SL Green Realty Corp.

SL Green Realty Corp. is a self-administered and self-managed real estate investment trust, or REIT, that predominantly acquires, owns, repositions and manages Manhattan office properties. The Company is the only publicly held REIT that specializes in this niche. As of March 31, 2009, the Company owned 29 New York City office properties totaling approximately 23,211,200 square feet, making it New York's largest office landlord. In addition, at March 31, 2009, SL Green held investment interests in, among other things, eight retail properties encompassing approximately 400,212 square feet, three development properties encompassing approximately 399,800 square feet and two land interests, along with ownership interests in 33 suburban assets totaling 6,986,500 square feet in Brooklyn, Queens, Long Island, Westchester County, Connecticut and New Jersey.

SL Green Realty Corp. Announces Refinancing of 1515 Broadway

Mon, 25 January 2010 12:11:53 GMT

New York, NY, January 5, 2010 - SL Green Realty Corp. (NYSE: SLG) today announced the closing of a $475 million refinancing of 1515 Broadway, one of the most visible landmark buildings in New York City's Times Square. The iconic tower, which serves as the global headquarters of Viacom International, Inc., is owned by SL Green in a joint venture with SITQ.

The new five-year, floating rate mortgage was provided by a syndicate led by The Bank of China that included DekaBank and Landesbank Baden-Wurttemberg (LBBW). In connection with the refinancing the joint venture de-levered the asset, replacing the former $625 million mortgage that was due to mature in November 2010 with longer-term financing.

Acquired by the SL Green/SITQ joint venture in 2002, 1515 Broadway was one of the skyscrapers that pioneered the transformation of Times Square, making the area a prominent office submarket in Midtown Manhattan. The joint venture, through SL Green, embarked upon a $40 million capital program at 1515 Broadway in 2008 which included a completely redesigned lobby, new elevator cabs and other building improvements which will substantially upgrade the building. This project is anticipated to be completed in the first quarter of 2010. In addition to being anchored by Viacom, which signed a 1.3 million square foot lease renewal in late 2008, the tower is home to The Minskoff Theatre and AEG Live's Nokia Theatre.

SL Green President Andrew Mathias commented, "At a time when many commercial property owners have faced difficulties in financing and refinancing their assets, we continue to access our relationship base to source value-add financings."

Mr. Mathias continued, "Despite the many difficulties the Manhattan office market has experienced throughout the recent downturn, SL Green has actually strengthened its standing as New York City's leading landlord and has repeatedly demonstrated the value of its highly attractive, well-leased and well-occupied portfolio by refinancing several of its assets, including 100 Park Avenue, 420 Lexington Avenue, 625 Madison Avenue, 1551-1555 Broadway and now 1515 Broadway. Furthermore, as we indicated at our recent investor conference, we were able to source this financing which required a lower equity contribution than previously forecast."

Rob Martin of CB Richard Ellis and Deutsche Bank's Commercial Real Estate Restructuring Advisory practice acted as advisors for SL Green for the transaction.

Company Profile

SL Green Realty Corp. is a self-administered and self-managed real estate investment trust, or REIT, that predominantly acquires, owns, repositions and manages Manhattan office properties. The Company is the only publicly held REIT that specializes in this niche. As of September 30, 2009, the Company owned interests in 29 New York City office properties totaling approximately 23,211,200 square feet, making it New York's largest office landlord. In addition, at September 30, 2009, SL Green held investment interests in, among other things, eight retail properties encompassing approximately 374,812 square feet, three development properties encompassing approximately 399,800 square feet and two land interests, along with ownership interests in 31 suburban assets totaling 6,804,700 square feet in Brooklyn, Queens, Long Island, Westchester County, Connecticut and New Jersey.

SL Green’s Grand Central Square is New Home to Konica Minolta Business Solutions, Inc.

Mon, 23 July 2007 11:52:51 GMT

Leading player in office equipment manufacturing makes move within SL Green portfolio

New York, NY – July 23, 2007 – SL Green Realty Corp. (NYSE: SLG) today announced that Konica Minolta Business Solutions, Inc, has traded in its offices at SL Green’s 420 Lexington Avenue “the Graybar Building” for the entire 19th floor at 485 Lexington Avenue to accommodate its expanding business needs. Konica Minolta signed a new 13-year lease for 26,400 square feet within Grand Central Square’s 485 Lexington Avenue.

“We pride ourselves on working with our tenants to provide the best possible solutions to their business needs. Consistent with that, we were able to provide Konica Minolta with expansion space in a high profile building and simultaneously recapture their existing lease, which had several years of remaining term. This is an example of the benefits provided tenants within our portfolio of properties,” commented Steven Durels, Executive Vice President and Director of Leasing and Real Property for SL Green. “We’re delighted we were so rapidly able to facilitate new accommodations for Konica Minolta at 485 Lexington Avenue where the company’s name and reputation are strong complements to the property’s prominent tenant roster.”

Located on Lexington Avenue between 46th and 47th Streets just steps from Grand Central Terminal, 485 Lexington is a 32-story building containing 926,122 square feet. The recent redevelopment of the property by SL Green included replacement of 4,000 windows, enhanced electric and HVAC capacities, new lobby and new storefronts together with an extensive re-branding program. Prominent tenants include Citigroup, one of the nation’s leading financial institutions, St. Paul Travelers, international provider of property casualty insurance and surety products, and Omnicom Group, the world’s largest advertising company.

Frank Coco of Cushman & Wakefield, Inc. represented the tenant and Paul Glickman, Mitti Liebersohn, Diana Biasotti, Tara Stacom, Alexander Chudnoff and Steven Bauer of Cushman & Wakefield, Inc. represented the landlord in this transaction.

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SL Green Announces WalMart Stores East LP Takes 46,103 SF for New Offices at 1372 Broadway

Mon, 23 July 2007 10:43:19 GMT

New York, NY – July 23 2007 – SL Green Realty Corp. (NYSE: SLG) today announced that it has completed a 10-year lease agreement at 1372 Broadway in New York with the world’s second largest corporation, retailer, Wal-Mart Stores East, L.P. Wal-Mart, (NYSE: WMT), will occupy the entire second floor and second floor mezzanine, comprising a total of 46,103 square feet for executive offices.

Commenting on the agreement, Steven Durels, Executive Vice President and Director of Leasing and Real Property for SL Green, said, “We’re delighted Wal-Mart chose to locate its Manhattan offices at 1372 Broadway, which has become the location of choice for executive offices for leading apparel firms. In its new office site Wal-Mart will join long-term, prestigious tenants Ann Taylor, Inc. Ross Stores, Inc and international wholesaler, Millwork Trading Company.”

Located in the heart of Times Square South, on Broadway between 37th and 38th Streets, 1372 Broadway is a 21-story property, containing 534,000 of rentable square feet. The building was fully renovated by SL Green in 1999 and features a new lobby with entrances on Broadway and 38th Street and new elevator cabs.

Barry Milberg of Treeline Real Estate Group together with Alexander Chudnoff and Mitchell Konsker of Cushman & Wakefield, Inc represented the tenant in the new agreement. William S. Elder and Amy Shustek from SL Green represented the landlord.

Company Profile

SL Green Realty Corp. is a self-administered and self-managed real estate investment trust, or REIT, that predominantly acquires, owns, repositions and manages a portfolio of Manhattan office properties. As of June 30, 2007, the Company owned 32 New York City office properties totaling approximately 22.5 million square feet, making it New York’s largest office landlord. In addition, SL Green holds investment interests in Manhattan retail properties totaling approximately 284,000 square feet at nine properties, along with ownership of 33 suburban assets totaling 7.0 million square feet in Long Island, Westchester County, Connecticut and New Jersey.

SL Green Inks 34,600 SF of Leases at 521 Fifth Avenue

Mon, 23 July 2007 10:24:29 GMT

Successful Repositioning of Midtown Tower Attracts Prominent Tenants

New York, NY – July 23, 2007 – SL Green Realty Corp. (NYSE: SLG) today announced that it has signed two leases comprising a total of 34,600 square feet at 521 Fifth Avenue with Alexandra & James, LLC and Royal Healthcare of Long Island, LLC.

Alexandra & James, also known as IDB Capital Corporation, is the prominent father-daughter wealth management team, formerly associated with Merrill Lynch & Co. The firm leased the entire 20th floor of 521 Fifth Avenue, with a total of 12,232 square feet, for ten years and four months.

Royal Healthcare of Long Island is a leading service provider to the healthcare industry. The company signed an eight-year early lease extension at 521 Fifth Avenue, renewing its premises on the entire 3rd floor, which comprises 22,368 square feet.

SL Green acquired 521 Fifth Avenue in 2006 and, together with its partner, City Investment Fund, LP, is presently undertaking a comprehensive redevelopment and capital improvement program to reposition the property as an upscale boutique building catering to image conscious tenants that desire full floor prestige with proximity to Grand Central Terminal. The redevelopment program includes new “club style” lobby, elevator cabs, corridors and bathrooms, façade renovation, new windows and infrastructure upgrades.

Commenting on the two new agreements, Steven Durels, Executive Vice President and Director of Leasing and Real Property for SL Green, said, “As our exciting building upgrade nears its completion, prominent tenants continue to be attracted to this highly appealing midtown office tower. We’re very pleased to welcome Alexandra & James and extend our relationship with Royal Healthcare of Long Island at 521 Fifth Avenue.”

Located within walking distance of both Grand Central Terminal and Penn Station on the northeast corner of Fifth Avenue and East 43rd Street, the 39-story 521 Fifth Avenue contains 459,566 square feet of office space. Other recent new tenants to the building include renowned asset manager, Shelby Collum Davis & Co. LLP, UK reinsurance firm, Hiscox, Inc and leading executive search firm, Sextant Search Partners.

Harry Blair of GVA Williams Real Estate represented Royal Healthcare of Long Island and David Turino and William S. Elder of SL Green represented the landlord in both transactions.

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Attorneys Bonina & Bonina, P.C. Renew at SL Green's 16 Court Street

Mon, 22 June 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Long-time Tenant Commits to Another Five Years at Brooklyn's Tallest Office Building

New York, NY - June 22, 2009 - SL Green Realty Corp. (NYSE: SLG) today announced that Bonina & Bonina, P.C., a Brooklyn-based law firm headquartered at 16 Court Street, has renewed its 7,912-square-foot lease at the 36-story tower, Brooklyn's tallest office building, for an additional five-year term.

Bonina & Bonina specializes in representing seriously injured patients, consumers and workers in all kinds of litigation. The firm will continue to occupy a portion of the 18th floor at the 284,000-square-foot tower.

"We are pleased that Bonina & Bonina has selected 16 Court Street following the completion of our capital program," said Steven Durels, Executive Vice President and Director of Leasing and Real Property for SL Green.

The recent redevelopment of 16 Court Street included a new lobby, elevator cabs, corridors, façade restoration, and windows together with HVAC and electric upgrades. The building is only one stop from Manhattan and offers breathtaking views of the Manhattan skyline.

Among its tenants are the New York City of Transportation, the New York Times' Brooklyn Bureau, Marcus & Millichap, Hudson Valley Bank and the Kings County Democratic Committee.

SL Green was represented in-house by Chris Gulden. Susan Baumet-Cornicello, Esq. of Corincello Tendler LLP acted on behalf of Bonina & Bonina in the transaction.

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David Kaufman Joins SL Green as Vice President of Leasing

Mon, 21 April 2008 10:05:52 GMT

New York, NY – April 21, 2001 – David M. Kaufman, 47, has been appointed Senior Vice President of Leasing for SL Green Realty Corp, New York City’s leading owner and operator of office properties.

Mr. Kaufman is assuming senior level responsibilities for office space leasing in the company’s Manhattan portfolio. He will report to Steven Durels, the Company’s Executive Vice President and Director of Leasing and Real Property.

Mr. Kaufman joins SL Green with more than 15 years of experience in the New York City commercial real estate industry. For the past two years he has been Director of Leasing for The Winter Organization, a privately-owned investment firm. Prior to that, he served as Vice President/Director of Leasing for Trizec Properties’ New York City portfolio, which consisted of approximately seven million square feet of Class A commercial office space.

In addition to his background as a landlord leasing agent, Mr. Kaufman is a real estate attorney and has practiced in the real estate departments of Stroock & Stroock & Lavan LLP and Wolf, Block, Schorr and Solis-Cohen LLP. He served as Trizec’s regional counsel before taking on leasing responsibilities there.

Mr. Kaufman graduated Cum Laude from Brooklyn Law School in 1988 and was an editor for the Brooklyn Law Review. He has a Bachelor of Arts degree from Drew University.

“We are pleased to have someone of David’s professional standing join our organization,” commented Mr. Durels. “He brings a deep knowledge of the New York City office market, a diverse set of important skills and a strong track record of results. We all look forward to working closely with him.”

About SL Green Realty Corp.

SL Green Realty Corp. is a self-administered and self-managed real estate investment trust, or REIT, that predominantly acquires, owns, repositions and manages Manhattan office properties. The Company is the only publicly held REIT that specializes in this niche. As of December 31, 2007, the Company owned 32 New York City office properties totaling approximately 24,728,200 square feet, making it New York’s largest office landlord. In addition, SL Green holds investment interests in, among other things, retail properties (eight) encompassing approximately 353,939 square feet, development property (one) encompassing approximately 85,000 square feet and land interests (two), along with ownership of 36 suburban assets totaling 7,867,500 square feet in Brooklyn, Queens, Long Island, Westchester County, Connecticut and New Jersey.

Syska Hennessy Signs 64,788-sq-ft Lease For a New Headquarters at SL Green's 1515 Broadway

Mon, 19 October 2009 16:34:54 GMT

New York, NY - September 21, 2009 - SL Green Realty Corp. (NYSE: SGG) is pleased to announce that Syska Hennessy, aka the SH Group, has signed a 64,788-square-foot, 15-year lease covering the entire 14th and 15th floors of 1515 Broadway. The prominent 54-story, 2+ million-square-foot tower situated in the heart of Times Square at West 45th Street is owned in partnership between SL Green and SITQ.

"It's rewarding when such a world-class consulting, engineering, technology and construction services firm as Syska chooses your building for its office," said Steven Durels, SL Green Executive Vice President, Director of Leasing and Real Property. "Their selection says a lot about the quality of the asset."

1515 Broadway is nearing completion of a $60 million redevelopment, which includes a spectacular redesign of the lobby, new entrances, new elevators and new corridors.

Brokers acting on behalf of the landlord were Jones Lang LaSalle's Frank Doyle, David Kleiner, Edward DiTolla, together with SL Green's David Kaufman and Amy Schustek, while the tenant was represented by John Lang LaSalle's Peter Riguardi, Cynthia Wasserberg, and Amanda Saltzman.

Attorneys in the transaction were: for SL Green, Noah Shapiro Esq. of Paul Hastings with Kathy Crocco, Esq. who acted in-house for the landlord; and for the tenant, Jonathan Adelsberg, Esq. of Herrick Feinstein.

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US Bank National Association Expands for the Second Time at SL Green's 461 Fifth Avenue

Mon, 19 October 2009 16:27:20 GMT

At 36,531 Square Feet, Bank is Now the Building's

Largest Office Tenant

New York, NY - September 10, 2009 - SL Green Realty Corp. (NYSE: SLG) today announced that US Bank National Association has expanded for the second time at SL Green's 461 Fifth Avenue, signing an eight-year+ 14,067-square-foot lease on two full floors, co-terminus with its existing 22,464-square feet of space.

The Cincinnati-based bank, formerly known as Firstar Bank National Association operating as a subsidiary of US Bancorp, occupies a total of 36, 531 square feet in the 200,835-square-foot building, making it 461 Fifth Avenue's anchor tenant.

"We were delighted to work with US Bank National Association to accommodate its rapid growth," said Steven Durels Executive Vice President, Director of Leasing and Real Property who added that 461 Fifth Avenue is a magnet for financial firms, which include Tudor Investments, American Capital Strategies and Shenkman Capital Management.

Michael N. Burlant of Cushman and Wakefield represented the tenant, while Christopher Gulden acted for SL Green.

Attorneys in the transaction were Joan Thompson Esq. for SL Green and Jeffrey Shea Esq. for US Bank.

About SL Green Realty Corp.

SL Green Realty Corp. is a self-administered and self-managed real estate investment trust, or REIT, that predominantly acquires, owns, repositions and manages Manhattan office properties. The Company is the only publicly held REIT that specializes in this niche. As of March 31, 2009, the Company owned 29 New York City office properties totaling approximately 23,211,200 square feet, making it New York's largest office landlord. In addition, at March 31, 2009, SL Green held investment interests in, among other things, eight retail properties encompassing approximately 400,212 square feet, three development properties encompassing approximately 399,800 square feet and two land interests, along with ownership interests in 33 suburban assets totaling 6,986,500 square feet in Brooklyn, Queens, Long Island, Westchester County, Connecticut and New Jersey.

Con Edison Solutions Relocates Headquarters to the Summit in Valhalla, NY

Mon, 19 October 2009 16:17:49 GMT

The Summit, Owned by Reckson, a Division of SL Green Realty Corp.,

is One of Westchester's Premier Corporate Office Park

New York, NY - September 8, 2009 - ConEdison Solutions, one of the nation's leading energy services companies, has signed a long-term, 52,366-square-foot lease to relocate its headquarters to 100 Summit Lake Drive in Valhalla, New York.

The property, owned by Reckson, a Division of SL Green Realty Corp, is one of three Class A buildings that comprise The Summit - a 690,000-square-foot office complex.

When it moves to its new headquarters at the end of 2009, ConEdison Solutions will occupy the second and fourth floors in the four-story, 250,000-square-foot property set on 102 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds. The property is easily accessible by all forms of transportation due to its close proximity to White Plains, which is a major commuter transportation hub, as well as numerous highways.

"We are pleased to welcome such a prestigious tenant to The Summit," said John Barnes, Senior Vice President and Senior Director Reckson, a Division of SL Green Realty Corp., "and we are looking forward to a long, mutually beneficial relationship. We attract the highest-quality organizations to our properties here in Westchester County, by being the area's premier office owner/operator."

An architecturally distinct building, 100 Summit Lake Drive is a magnet for large corporate users. The transaction, one of the largest so far this year in Westchester, solidifies the Summit ‘s reputation as a premier office park in the region. The building underwent a massive $6 million capital improvement program, which included renovations to the four-story atrium, the elevator cabs, the fitness facility, the roof, and the restrooms, among other common areas.

Frank Tomasulo, Al Gutierrez and Ian Seppos of CB Richard Ellis are retained as agents by Reckson, a Division of SL Green Realty Corp. at The Summit. ConEdison Solutions represented themselves in this transaction.

About SL Green Realty Corp.

SL Green Realty Corp. is a self-administered and self-managed real estate investment trust, or REIT, that predominantly acquires, owns, repositions and manages Manhattan office properties. The Company is the only publicly held REIT that specializes in this niche. As of March 31, 2009, the Company owned 29 New York City office properties totaling approximately 23,211,200 square feet, making it New York's largest office landlord. In addition, at March 31, 2009, SL Green held investment interests in, among other things, eight retail properties encompassing approximately 400,212 square feet, three development properties encompassing approximately 399,800 square feet and two land interests, along with ownership interests in 33 suburban assets totaling 6,986,500 square feet in Brooklyn, Queens, Long Island, Westchester County, Connecticut and New Jersey.

The Krauter Group Signs 17,752-sq-ft Lease on Two Floors at 1350 Avenue of the Americas

Mon, 19 October 2009 16:12:17 GMT

Significant Expansion for Commercial Insurance Company

at SL Green-Owned Building

New York, NY - October 13, 2009 - SL Green Realty Corp. (NYSE: SLG) today announced that The Krauter Group LLC, a leading full-service commercial insurance broker, has committed to a 13-year, 17,752-square-foot lease covering the entire 18th and part of the 19th floors at 1350 Avenue of the Americas, the 35-story, 589,560-square-foot boutique office building owned by SL Green in Manhattan's fashionable Plaza District.

"This deal had a lot of moving parts," said Steve Durels, SL Green Executive Vice President, Director of Leasing and Real Property. "It involved a recapture of space that another tenant was attempting to sublease on the 18th floor, then combining it with vacant space on the 19th and delivering a turn-key build-out."

1350 Avenue of the Americas, nominated by BOMA in 2009/10 as Operating Office Building of the Year, features a new lobby and entrance, upgraded corridors, restrooms, elevators and mechanical systems. Other tenants in the building include Highbridge Capital Management, Garrison Investments, Rothstein, Kass, & Co. and P. Schoenfeld Asset Management.

Newmark Knight Frank's Brian Waterman and Lance Korman acted on behalf of The Krauter Group in the transaction, while Howard J. Tenenbaum and Gary M. Rosen represented SL Green.

Noah Shapiro Esq. of Paul Hastings Janofsy & Walker represented the landlord and Richard Berney Esq. of Cozen O'Connor represented the tenant.

About SL Green Realty Corp.

SL Green Realty Corp. is a self-administered and self-managed real estate investment trust, or REIT, that predominantly acquires, owns, repositions and manages Manhattan office properties. The Company is the only publicly held REIT that specializes in this niche. As of March 31, 2009, the Company owned 29 New York City office properties totaling approximately 23,211,200 square feet, making it New York's largest office landlord. In addition, at March 31, 2009, SL Green held investment interests in, among other things, eight retail properties encompassing approximately 400,212 square feet, three development properties encompassing approximately 399,800 square feet and two land interests, along with ownership interests in 33 suburban assets totaling 6,986,500 square feet in Brooklyn, Queens, Long Island, Westchester County, Connecticut and New Jersey.

Poll Shows That Hard Rock Casino at Aqueduct Racetrack Delivers on Community Priorities

Mon, 19 October 2009 15:17:16 GMT

Queens Wants a Team With New York Roots and Gaming Experience to Provide Local Jobs

NEW YORK - A survey of Queens voters shows that SL Green Realty Corp.'s bid for a Hard Rock Casino and other Hard Rock-themed offerings at a redeveloped Aqueduct Racetrack is the favored choice of the community.

The third-party survey, commissioned by SL Green, demonstrates that the Hard Rock brand is well liked in Queens and is the best known of all the bidders, clearly indicating that an SL Green/Hard Rock project would not only be well received, but well utilized by Queens residents. The survey results also show that Queens voters strongly favor an Aqueduct developer that combines deep New York roots and a commitment to union jobs with a strong understanding of the gaming industry.

Two-thirds of voters (67%) say it is important for Aqueduct to be developed by a company based in New York - as SL Green is - and 84% say it is important for the company developing Aqueduct to have experience developing and running casinos - as Hard Rock does. No other bid meets both criteria.

"Hard Rock and New York City are a natural match, so it's no surprise that Queens voters want to see more world-class entertainment, dining and gaming from the Hard Rock franchise - right in their own community," said Jim Allen, Chairman, Hard Rock International. "Our bid will not only provide the community with a place to come together and be entertained, but it will also create jobs - nearly 1,000 - for local residents and union members. Queens deserves a Hard Rock of its own."

"These poll results verify that we have been on the right track from the beginning," said SL Green CEO Marc Holliday. "Our intention continues to be to redevelop Aqueduct in a way that is the best fit for Queens and surrounding neighborhoods while fulfilling the State's economic objectives. No other proposal is as well-planned. The SLG/Hard Rock team will deliver the union jobs that Queens voters want faster than any other bidder. In fact, the SLG/Hard Rock team is the only group that is guaranteeing an opening within eight months of final agreements being reached and signed - with a significant self-imposed penalty paid to New York State, should the project be delayed thereafter."

"I am invested in this proposal because of the enormous opportunity Aqueduct represents through the creation of local jobs, the opportunity for New York State to receive important revenue, and bringing world-class entertainment to Queens," said Robert L. Johnson, Founder and Chairman of The RLJ Companies and an investor in the SL Green/Hard Rock bid through one of his companies, Caribbean CAGE LLC.

In the survey, Queens voters were asked to rate certain statements describing various elements of the SL Green/Hard Rock proposal. The survey results show that Queens voters find three elements of the proposal particularly appealing:

44% of Queens County voters and 48% of voters in the neighborhoods surrounding Aqueduct find it very convincing that "if SL Green and Hard Rock are awarded the contract to develop Aqueduct, it will mean more union jobs and more jobs for area residents. SL Green has a long history of using union labor, and it has committed to hiring a high percentage of local labor for the construction."
35% of Queens County voters and 41% of voters in the neighborhoods surrounding Aqueduct find it very convincing that "SL Green is the largest commercial landlord in New York City. As a successful local company that knows the New York market, its proposal reflects the firm's realization that the Big Apple is not Las Vegas or Atlantic City and recognizes that it must work with the local community to be successful."
31% of Queens County voters and 37% of voters in the neighborhoods surrounding Aqueduct find it very convincing that "Bob Johnson, the founder of Black Entertainment Television, is partnering with SL Green and Hard Rock on Aqueduct to make sure the development strengthens the local community and creates opportunity for area residents."

A majority (57%) of voters view the Hard Rock brand favorably, with just 7% viewing it unfavorably. Far fewer voters have any opinion of Wynn Resort & Casino (25% favorable/5% unfavorable). Opinions of Hard Rock are rooted in personal experience for many voters. Nearly half of Queens County voters (46%) say they have been to a Hard Rock restaurant, hotel or casino, and more than half (57%) say they would be likely to eat at a Hard Rock Café that was included as part of the new Aqueduct. Hard Rock would be viewed immediately as a trusted and popular brand by Queens residents.

When presented with four of the competing proposals for developing Aqueduct, a plurality of Queens County voters (21%) opt for the SL Green/Hard Rock proposal, followed by Aqueduct Entertainment Group (17%), Wynn Resort & Casino (17%) and Delaware North (4%). And voters in the neighborhoods immediately surrounding Aqueduct are even more likely to choose the SL Green/Hard Rock proposal (25%).

METHODOLOGICAL NOTE

This press release summarizes results from a telephone poll of 300 randomly selected registered voters in Queens County, New York. Interviewing was conducted August 18-19, 2009. Special care was taken to ensure that the geographic and demographic divisions of the full universe are properly represented. The estimation error associated with a sample of 300 is 5.7 percent at the 95 percent confidence interval. This means that in 95 of 100 cases, the results of this poll are within 5.7 points, plus or minus, of the results that would have been obtained if all registered voters in Queens County, New York had been interviewed.

An additional 100 interview oversample was conducted of registered voters in the neighborhoods immediately surrounding Aqueduct Race Track and was combined with the original interviews conducted in these neighborhoods for a total of 143 interviews. The estimation error associated with a sample of 143 is 8.1 percent at the 95 percent confidence interval. The neighborhoods which make up this area around Aqueduct are Briarwood, Hillcrest, Jamaica Center, Jamaica Estates, Jamaica Hill, Kew Gardens Hills, Forrest Hills, Forrest Hills Gardens, Kew Gardens, Richmond Hill, Woodhaven, Howard Beach, Lindenwood, Ozone Park, and South Ozone Park.

SL Green Realty Corp. Names Melissa M. Libner as New Director of Marketing

Mon, 19 March 2007 12:49:28 GMT

New York, NY – March 19, 2007 – SL Green Realty Corp. (NYSE: SLG) today announced that is has named Melissa M. Libner, 29, to the newly created position, Director of Marketing.

In this new role, Ms. Libner will be overseeing the development and implementation of all SL Green corporate and property-related marketing, advertising and branding initiatives. She joins the company from its wholly owned subsidiary, eEmerge, a provider of flexible, turnkey, private office suites that accommodate companies of one to 150 employees. In her six years with eEmerge, Ms. Libner rose from Marketing Manager to Managing Director. In addition to managing a staff of 15 and supervising all aspects of technology, marketing, public relations, facility operations and accounting, she successfully expanded eEmerge’s existing executive suite operation by 60,000 square feet in five years.

“We are delighted that Melissa has made the move to SL Green Realty Corp. to assume the position of Director of Marketing,” commented Steven M. Durels, Executive Vice President, Director of Leasing. “With the continued growth of our company as New York City’s largest office landlord, SL Green’s marketing needs have also expanded and become more strategic in nature. Melissa is a respected team player with an excellent background in both commercial real estate and marketing. We are confidant that Melissa’s experience and insight will be invaluable in this newly created role and that she will contribute much to our growth going forward.”

Prior to joining eEmerge, Ms. Libner was employed from 1999 to 2000 by I2i Communications/Merkley, Newman, Harty as an advertising account executive. She began her career at DraftWorldwide, Inc. in Chicago, IL as an advertising account coordinator.

Ms. Libner has a master’s degree in Real Estate Development from New York University and a bachelor of arts in Communications and Marketing from the University of Michigan. She is a licensed real estate broker, a member of the Young Men’s & Women’s Real Estate Association, and a Vice Chairman of Israel Bonds.

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SL Green Realty Corp. Hires New Associate to Leasing Division

Mon, 19 March 2007 12:46:47 GMT

New York, NY – March 19, 2007 – SL Green Realty Corp. (NYSE: SLG) today announced that it has hired Denise Rodriguez, 42, as a Leasing Associate.

With more than 18 years experience in commercial real estate, Denise Rodriguez joins SL Green from Reckson Associates Realty Corp. At Reckson, which Ms. Rodriguez joined in 2000, she was responsible for leasing administration and transactional support, as well as coordinating marketing efforts for their New York City portfolio.

“We feel very fortunate to have Denise join our leasing team,” commented Steven M. Durels, Executive Vice President, Director of Leasing. “Her experience will be an important addition as we deepen our bench of professionals.”

Ms. Rodriguez holds an associates degree in business administration from the Borough of Manhattan Community College.

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SL Green Realty Corp. Hires New Vice President to Leasing Division

Mon, 19 March 2007 12:44:26 GMT

New York, NY – March 19, 2007 – SL Green Realty Corp. (NYSE: SLG) today announced that Christopher Gulden, 36, has joined the company as Vice President, Leasing.

Mr. Gulden most recently served as Vice President with the New York City division of Reckson Associates Realty Corp. where he completed leasing transactions covering over 1.2 million square feet. Prior to joining Reckson in 1999, Mr. Gulden was employed as a leasing associate with American Real Estate Investment Corporation, a real estate investment trust with office and industrial properties located in the Mid-Atlantic and Northeast states.

“Chris is a respected professional,” commented Steven M. Durels, Executive Vice President, Director of Leasing. “We’re certain he’ll make a significant contribution to our growing position as New York City’s largest commercial landlord.”

Mr. Gulden graduated from Ohio Wesleyan with a BA in Economics and from San Francisco State University with an MBA in 1997. He is a member of REBNY and CORENET.

About SL Green Realty Corp.

SL Green Realty Corp. Adds New SVP to Leasing Division

Mon, 19 March 2007 12:41:47 GMT

New York, NY – March 19, 2007 –

SL Green Realty Corp. (NYSE: SLG) today announced that is has hired William S. Elder, 41, as Senior Vice President, Leasing. He will assist in leasing SL Green’s 25 million square foot office portfolio.

Mr. Elder was previously a senior vice president and director of the New York City division of Reckson Associates Realty Corp. where, since 2005, he was responsible for managing the financial performance and revenue production of 5.5 million square feet of Class A New York City office space. Mr. Elder began his career in 1990 at The Shorenstein Company, a privately held real estate investment fund, where he was ultimately responsible for the leasing performance of all assets located on the east coast of the United States.

Commenting on the new hire, Steven M. Durels, Executive Vice President, Director of Leasing said, “We are very pleased to welcome Bill to SL Green where his depth of experience will be a strong complement to the capabilities inherent in our dynamic leasing team. Bill is well known and respected by his peers within the real estate community. We look forward to his contributions to our business as we continue to build upon SL Green’s role as New York City’s preeminent and preferred office landlord.”

Mr. Elder graduated from New York City’s Wagner College with a BS in Business Administration. He is actively involved with the Real Estate Board of New York where he sits on several committees.

About SL Green Realty Corp.

SL Green Unveils Newly Repositioned 521 Fifth Avenue

Mon, 17 December 2007 15:27:31 GMT

Leading Retailer and Prominent Corporations Added to Tenant Roster in 2007

New York, NY – December 17, 2007 – SL Green Realty Corp. (NYSE: SLG) today announced the completion of its $25 million capital improvement program at 521 Fifth Avenue, a 39-story office tower containing 462,853 rentable square feet. Located on Fifth Avenue at 43rd Street, the building is the most recent example of SL Green’ s ongoing strategic repositioning efforts aimed at delivering greater value from its properties, particularly in the Grand Central Terminal submarket.

The redevelopment of 521 Fifth Avenue is most visible by the restored façade of Deer Island granite and new glass and stainless steel storefront. Inside, SL Green has completely redesigned the lobby with Bianco Romano marble, tiger wood paneling and stainless steel accents, and new prominent entrance. The building also features new stone clad elevator cabs, upgraded security systems, new corridors and bathrooms, new windows and enhanced building infrastructure.

Since the third quarter of 2006 when SL Green commenced its capital improvement program at 521 Fifth Avenue, the building has signed 125,000 square feet of office leases with existing tenants seeking to lock in value and new tenants -- both attracted by the building’ s repositioned appeal and location. Occupancy levels have remained high at 97 percent. Noteworthy new leases executed during this period include renowned asset manager, Shelby Collum Davis & Co. LLP, UK reinsurance firm, Hiscox, Inc, leading executive search firm, Sextant Search Partners, programming production and distribution company, Starz Media LLC, prominent father-daughter wealth management team, Alexandra and James (IDB Capital Corporation) and Royal Healthcare of Long Island.

In the second quarter of 2007, Circuit City Stores, Inc., a leading national retailer, signed a new 15-year lease covering 25,866 square feet for part of the ground floor and the entire second floor. Circuit City’ s move to 521 Fifth Avenue was impressive for its size but was also recognized for signaling the emergence of large national retailers in an area of Fifth Avenue more traditionally dominated by smaller stores.

“The repositioning of 521 Fifth Avenue is a great example of the type of commercial real estate value creation SL Green has become associated with,” commented Steven Durels, Director of Leasing and Real Property. “We are very pleased with our leasing results at the building since the start of our redevelopment program as these serve to acknowledge our vision for this Class A property as well as the continuing appeal of the Grand Central Terminal submarket where we currently own and manage sixteen office towers with over 8.6 million square feet.”

Company Profile

SL Green Realty Corp. is a self-administered and self-managed real estate investment trust, or REIT, that predominantly acquires, owns, repositions and manages Manhattan office properties. The Company is the only publicly held REIT that specializes in this niche. As of September 30, 2007, the Company owned 31 New York City office properties totaling approximately 22,353,200 square feet, making it New York's largest office landlord. In addition, SL Green holds investment interests in, among other things, retail properties (10) encompassing approximately 393,789 square feet, development property (one) encompassing approximately 85,000 square feet and land interests (two), along with ownership of 36 suburban assets totaling 7,867,500 square feet in Brooklyn, Queens, Long Island, Westchester County, Connecticut and New Jersey.

SL Green Commences Extensive Capital Redevelopment Programs at Three Prominent New York City Buildings

Mon, 14 July 2008 10:16:03 GMT

New York, NY – July 11, 2008 – SL Green Realty Corp. is underway with comprehensive redevelopment programs at three of its New York City buildings, namely 711 Third Avenue, 810 Seventh Avenue in Manhattan and 16 Court Street, Brooklyn’s tallest commercial property. Steven Durels, SL Green’s Executive Vice President/Director of Leasing and Real Property said, “Consistent with our strategy of acquiring and repositioning well-located properties, we’ll make substantial esthetic enhancements in the look and feel of each of the buildings, while simultaneously upgrading building infrastructure as appropriate in order to offer our tenants a state-of-the-art working environment. A well thought-out capital plan and re-branding of each building are part of our overall repositioning effort.”

711 Third Avenue

A $7 million renovation of the lobby and elevator cabs is underway at this 20-story 553,000-square-foot tower located just steps from Grand Central Terminal. The work will include preservation of the famous mosaic mural located within the lobby. Key elements of the renovation include new polished Thassos and Blue deSavoi Marble walls, a new polished Austiri Quartz floor, museum quality lighting, new elevator cabs, state-of-the-art security systems featuring optical turnstiles, and a new visitor access system. The building’s Third Avenue entrance will be expanded to the building line and a new entrance canopy will be added. The most challenging aspect of the renovation is restoring Hans Hofmann’s exquisite mosaic mural, which surrounds the elevator banks. TPG Architecture, award-winning NYC based architects who specialize in innovative design, are managing the restoration process.One of his generation’s most noteworthy abstract expressionists, Hans Hofmann was born in Bavaria in 1880 and immigrated to the United States in 1932. He played a pivotal role in postwar American art and is known for exploring spatial tensions and color relationships. He was both a talented painter, influenced by Pablo Picasso, Georges Braque, and Henri Matisse among others, as well as a revered teacher. Tenants in the building include Crain’s New York Business, Omnicom, Parade Publications, Ricoh Corporation, and Chicago Title Insurance Company.

810 Seventh Avenue

A $10 million capital improvement campaign is ongoing at this 41-story, 694,000-square-foot office building located on the Southwest corner of Seventh Avenue at West 53rd Street. Among the improvements are a new lobby, elevator cabs, fire alarm, common corridors and bathrooms. Additionally, a façade restoration and electric upgrade are included. The design will feature sustainable natural materials such as bamboo and stone that are appealing, but also environmentally sensitive. Highlights will include travertine stone and dark bamboo accents at the walls and ceiling. A custom bamboo reception desk and elegant lighting will complete the new look. The design architect for the project is A+I Design, which specializes in infusing dimensionality, drama, and light into tired spaces. Among the tenants in the building are: Hearst Communication/Metromedia Co.; WWOR-TV; Practicing Law Institute; Insight Communication; Cingular; and Oppenheimer & Co.

16 Court Street

The $16 million dollar capital program at this 38-story, 284,000-square-foot building includes a new lobby, elevator cabs, elevator equipment modernization, new windows, restroom renovations and common corridor upgrades. Additionally, a $1.2 million façade restoration and fire alarm replacement are underway. Lobby finishes include polarized quartz floor tiles, black marble, white glass and walnut wood walls. An ambitious pre-build program has completed construction of 15 office suites ready for immediate tenant move-in. TPG Architecture is the design architect on the project. Tenants at the property include the New York Times’ Brooklyn Bureau, Marcus & Millichap, NYC Department of Transportation, and the Kings County Democratic Committee. “To maximize market appeal, the extensive capital redevelopment programs currently underway exemplify how our team has preserved the distinguishing architectural elements of these buildings, while introducing innovative design features and state-of-the-art security/life safety technology, to provide some of the most appealing and functional commercial property in Manhattan,” said Edward V. Piccinich, SL Green Executive Vice President of Management & Construction.

About SL Green Realty Corp.

SL Green Realty Corp. is a self-administered and self-managed real estate investment trust, or REIT, that predominantly acquires, owns, repositions and manages Manhattan office properties. The Company is the only publicly held REIT that specializes in this niche. As of March 31, 2008, the Company owned 31 New York City office properties totaling approximately 24,389,200 square feet, making it New York's largest office landlord. In addition, SL Green holds investment interests in, among other things, nine retail properties encompassing approximately 400,212 square feet, one development property encompassing approximately 85,000 square feet and two land interests, along with ownership interests in 36 suburban assets totaling 7,867,500 square feet in Brooklyn, Queens, Long Island, Westchester County, Connecticut and New Jersey. To be added to the Company’s distribution list or to obtain the latest news releases and other Company information, please visit our website at www.slgreen.com or contact Investor Relations at 212-216-1601.

Stone Source LLC Renews and Expands at 215 Park Avenue South

Mon, 13 April 2009 11:33:22 GMT

New York, NY - April 10, 2009 - SL Green Realty Corp. (NYSE: SLG) announced today that Stone Source LLC, long-standing tenant at 215 Park Avenue South, has renewed and expanded its headquarters lease at the 20-story property.

A leading provider of natural stone to architects and designers, Stone Source will occupy a total of 16,500, expanding by 5,087 square feet, onto the entire seventh floor when it takes over the additional space in 2013.

"We were pleased to work with Stone Source, which has been a tenant since the mid 1980's, to structure a long-term solution to accommodate their on-going growth within the building," said Steven Durels, Executive Vice President and Director of Leasing and Real Property for SL Green.

Cushman & Wakefield's Mitchell Arkin and Mark Mandel represented Stone Source in the transaction, while Howard J. Tenenbaum and Gary M. Rosen acted on behalf of SL Green.

Built in 1914, other tenants at the 330,000-square-foot property include Houghlin Mifflin Co., H&M, Kimball International, and Perkins and Will.

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Aetna Life Insurance Company Commits to 40,139 at SL Green's 100 Park

Fri, 31 July 2009 12:53:49 GMT

Strong Tenant Demand Continues to Drive Leasing at Grand Central's ‘Modern Classic', BOMA's Best Renovated Building for 2008/09

New York, NY - July 31, 2009 - SL Green Realty Corp. (NYSE: SLG) announced today that Aetna Life Insurance Company has signed a new 40,139-square-foot, ten-year lease covering the entire 12th floor at 100 Park Avenue, Grand Central's recently redeveloped ‘Modern Classic.' The building has received Silver LEED certification and is the recipient of BOMA's award for ‘Best Renovated Building of the Year' for 2008/09.

Aetna is one of the nation's leading diversified health care benefits companies, offering products ranging from medical, pharmacy, dental, group life, long-term health care and disability plans.

"Our $72 million capital improvement program at the building included a comprehensive makeover of the façade, all common areas and infrastructure together with multiple sustainable elements, namely the installation of green roofs, recycling and energy reduction initiatives, which provide a significant reduction in the building's carbon footprint," said Steven Durels, Executive Vice President and Director of Leasing and Real Property for SL Green. "The execution of our redevelopment plan continues to attract some of the finest names in corporate America."

"We are delighted to welcome Aetna to the building. They are signing on with us after a flurry of leasing activity in the past 12 months ranging from BDO Seidman's 121,441-square foot lease last August to First Wall Street's 15,945-square-foot deal and Wells Fargo Trade Capital's 57,009-square foot lease."

Bill Korchak of Jones Lang LaSalle represented Aetna in the transaction, while Cushman & Wakefield's Tara Stacom, Mitti Liebersohn, Alexander Chudnoff, Diana Biasotti, Jonathan Tootell, and Andrew Ackerman acted on behalf of the landlord.

About SL Green Realty Corp.

SL Green Realty Corp. is a self-administered and self-managed real estate investment trust, or REIT, that predominantly acquires, owns, repositions and manages Manhattan office properties. The Company is the only publicly held REIT that specializes in this niche. As of March 31, 2009, the Company owned 29 New York City office properties totaling approximately 23,211,200 square feet, making it New York's largest office landlord. In addition, at March 31, 2009, SL Green held investment interests in, among other things, eight retail properties encompassing approximately 400,212 square feet, three development properties encompassing approximately 399,800 square feet and two land interests, along with ownership interests in 33 suburban assets totaling 6,986,500 square feet in Brooklyn, Queens, Long Island, Westchester County, Connecticut and New Jersey.

100 Park is Officially Leed Silver Certified

Fri, 31 July 2009 12:48:10 GMT

Plus, the Building Wins BOMA's International Renovated Building of the Year Award

New York, NY - (July 31, 2009) - SL Green Realty Corp. (NYSE: SLG) is pleased to announce that 100 Park Avenue, the 1950's completely redeveloped ‘New Modern Classic' across from Grand Central Terminal, has now been officially certified LEED Silver.

In addition, BOMA has just recognized 100 Park as International Renovated Building of the Year for 2009. This is the fourth recognition for the building, which was honored with BOMA's Pinnacle Award in 2008 for Best Renovated Office Building and BOMA's Middle Atlantic regional award in 2009 in the same category.

"We are extremely proud of the fact that 100 Park is one of the few if only existing buildings of its size to receive LEED Silver certification," said Edward V. Piccinich, SL Green Executive Vice President. "And, it's doubly gratifying that 100 Park has been acknowledged by BOMA with its prestigious award for International Renovated Building of the Year." The award was presented on June 30th, the closing night of BOMA's International Annual Conference.

"Since completion of its redevelopment, ‘The New Modern Classic' has experienced unprecedented success and recognition as a trophy property within the SL Green portfolio. There's no doubt that our recent renovation of the property certainly served as a vehicle for renewed interest and public attention, but this latest accolade is a culmination of the hard work put forth by hundreds of people over the past several years. SL Green looks forward to furthering the already sterling reputation of this world-renowned property," added Mr. Piccinich.

The recipient of a comprehensive $72 million capital program, the 36-story, 825,815-square -foot tower's makeover features significant infrastructure upgrades including new a cooling plant, increased electric capacity, and state-of-the-art security systems. LEED certification is based on the building's aggressive enhanced recycling capabilities and energy management program, including the installation of low-flow plumbing fixtures that reduce water consumption by an estimated 50 percent or almost one million gallons of water per year.

Built in 1950, 100 Park is also the first building of its type to install green roofs, a total of 14 in all-which employ a low-maintenance/water consumption Xeroflor mat system.

"We are thrilled to receive the prestigious LEED certification," said Steve Durels, SL Green Executive Vice President and Director of Leasing and Real Property, "and we are equally pleased that BOMA has recognized 100 Park for Best International Building of the Year. The building redevelopment successfully balanced a very attractive aesthetic together with a commitment to environmental sustainability. Just as important are the real savings that we have achieved through our green initiatives, the operational efficiencies as well as the enhancement to the value of the property. Post-development, the buzz in the industry has generated tremendous interest, spurring activity and heightening tenant demand.

About SL Green Realty Corp.

SL Green Realty Corp. is a self-administered and self-managed real estate investment trust, or REIT, that predominantly acquires, owns, repositions and manages Manhattan office properties. The Company is the only publicly held REIT that specializes in this niche. As of March 31, 2009, the Company owned 29 New York City office properties totaling approximately 23,211,200 square feet, making it New York's largest office landlord. In addition, at March 31, 2009, SL Green held investment interests in, among other things, eight retail properties encompassing approximately 400,212 square feet, three development properties encompassing approximately 399,800 square feet and two land interests, along with ownership interests in 33 suburban assets totaling 6,986,500 square feet in Brooklyn, Queens, Long Island, Westchester County, Connecticut and New Jersey.

100 Park Avenue Enjoys Strong Tenant Demand

Fri, 24 April 2009 11:15:35 GMT

First Wall Street Group Signs Lease for 15,945-Sq-Ft, and Wells Fargo Trade Capital Expands by 12,000 Sq Ft

New York, NY - April 23, 2009 -SL Green Realty Corp. (NYSE: SLG) announced today that First Wall Street Group LLC has signed a new15,945-square-foot seven-year lease covering the entire 20th floor at 100 Park Avenue, Grand Central's completely redeveloped ‘Modern Classic' soon to earn a Silver LEED certification.

Additionally Wells Fargo Trade Capital Services, which signed a 44,716-square-foot 10-year lease only two months ago at 100 Park, is expanding by a further 12,293 square feet on the second floor of the 825,851-square foot, 36-story building that was awarded BOMA's "Best Renovated Building for 2007/2008.

"100 Park Avenue has emerged as one of the premiere buildings in the Grand Central area having just completed a $72 million redevelopment program that included award-winning architecture and an industry leading commitment to environmental sustainability," said Steven Durels, Executive Vice President and Director of Leasing and Real Property for SL Green. "We are delighted to welcome First Wall Street Group and very pleased to have been able to accommodate Wells Fargo Trade Capital's rapid expansion."

Paul Glickman, Alex Chudnoff, Tara Stacom, Miti Liebersohn, Diana Biasotti, and Johnathan Tootell of Cushaman & Wakefield acted for SL Green in the transaction, while James Travers represented Wells Fargo Trade Capital Services. Larry Swiger represented SL Green in the First Wall Street Group LLC transaction.

Other tenants at 100 Park include BDO Seidman, J & W Seligman Co., Inc., Kreindler & Kreindler, and Novantas.

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Fitch Assigns First CMBS Large Loan Special Servicer Rating to Green Loan Services, LLC

Fri, 22 January 2010 17:19:25 GMT

Originally published By Fitch Ratings on June 24, 2009

Fitch Assigns First CMBS Large Loan Special Servicer Rating to Green Loan Services, LLC

Fitch Ratings-New York-24 June 2009: Fitch Ratings assigns Green Loan Services LLC (Green) a commercial mortgage-backed securities (CMBS) large loan special servicer rating of 'CLLSS2-'. The rating reflects the extensive large loan commercial real estate workout experience of the company. This is the first assignment of this rating which was introduced in recently published Fitch criteria. While the company's experience with large loans is primarily in Manhattan the group has worked out and restructured large loans in other metropolitans such as San Francisco, Boston, Los Angeles, Chicago and Washington DC. Green's senior managers average 20+ years of related experience. The CLLSS rating will be used by Green to allow naming them special servicer on loans where the company holds either mezzanine or B-Note positions or for a third party. The rating does not qualify an entity to special service a pool of conduit loans, only single large loans within a securitization.

While Green has a strong commercial real estate background, the company has very limited CMBS experience. Fitch will closely monitor the firm during its first year as a rated CMBS servicer to ensure that CMBS specific standards are met. Green is currently named special servicer on four CMBS loans totaling $831 million. Fitch deems the special servicer rating of 'CSSLL2-' sufficient to meet the requirements stated in current transaction documents as 'CSS2'.

Green is a wholly owned subsidiary of SL Green Realty Corp. (NYSE:SLG), a self-administered and self-managed REIT based in New York City. SL Green was formed in 1997 and primarily owns, acquires, manages and repositions office properties located in Manhattan.

Fitch rates large loan commercial special servicers on a scale of 1 to 5, with 1 being the highest rating. Within each of these rating levels, Fitch further differentiates ratings by plus (+) or and minus (-) as well as the flat rating. For more information about Fitch commercial mortgage servicer ratings or rating criteria, refer to the report titled 'U.S. Commercial Mortgage Servicer Rating Criteria', dated June 19, 2009, available on Fitch's web site, 'www.fitchratings.com'.

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SL Green Upgrades Organizational Structure to Reflect Recent Growth; Rewards and Locks in Leadership Team to Maintain Momentum

Fri, 20 April 2007 12:36:49 GMT

Andrew Mathias promoted to President

Gregory Hughes promoted to Chief Operating Officer

New York, NY, April 20, 2007 – SL Green Realty Corp. (NYSE: SLG) announced today a series of major organizational moves designed to reflect the Company’s recent growth, to recognize and reward the accomplishments of its leadership team, and to retain that team as the Company seeks to continue achieving industry-leading financial results. The announcement was made by Chief Executive Officer Marc Holliday.

The moves include new employment agreements with several key executives who have played important roles in SL Green’s growth to become New York City’s largest office landlord, in addition to attaining its ranking as the industry’s #1 ranked company in total return to shareholders.

Mr. Holliday said that Andrew Mathias has been promoted to President in recognition of his long and successful tenure at SL Green, during which he was an integral part of assembling and managing a highly successful and innovative investments group. Mr. Mathias has served as SL Green’s Chief Investment Officer since 2004, responsible for all equity and structured finance investments. He also serves as Chief Investment Officer of Gramercy Capital (NYSE:GKK), which he was instrumental in creating and then spinning off as a separate company in 2004. Mr. Mathias has entered into a new employment agreement effective through January 1, 2011 and will retain the title of Chief Investment Officer.

At the same time, Gregory Hughes has been promoted to Chief Operating Officer, while retaining his role as Chief Financial Officer. As CFO since joining SL Green in early 2004, Mr. Hughes has presided over its balance sheet and capital markets activities during the Company’s most successful years. Mr. Hughes has been directly responsible for finance, capital markets, investor relations and administration. He also has served as Gramercy Capital Corp.’s Chief Credit Officer since its formation as a stand-alone company. Mr. Hughes has entered into a new employment agreement with a term extending through January 1, 2010.

Mr. Mathias and Mr. Hughes both will continue to report to Mr. Holliday, who remains as CEO while relinquishing the President’s title.

Mr. Holliday said, “After our recent acquisition of Reckson Associates and other successful growth initiatives, it is essential that we continue to attract and retain the best executives to lead a much larger organization to even greater heights on behalf of our shareholders. This is especially true in the cases of Andrew and Greg, whose efforts and leadership have been instrumental to our success. The agreements and promotions announced today are in recognition of their performance and excellence achieved over the past three years.

Other key executive moves announced today, all involving new employment agreements included:

Andrew Levine named Chief Legal Officer;
Steven Durels named Executive Vice President & Director of Leasing and Real Property;
Edward Piccinich named Executive Vice President & Director of Management and Construction;
Neil Kessner named Executive Vice President & General Counsel – Real Property; and
David Schonbraun named Managing Director in the Investments Group.

In addition, Mr. Holliday noted that Isaac Zion, formerly a Managing Director for Tishman Speyer Properties, has joined the Company as Managing Director in the Investments Group. David Balaj was also promoted to Senior Vice President of the Investments Group.

Mr. Holliday said, “In addition to the promotions of Andrew and Greg, it was important for us to make commitments to a number of other key people, offering them meaningful rewards for past contributions and incentives to play vital roles in our future success. We have a great talent base here at SL Green, and we very much want to keep it intact.”

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Aetna Life Insurance Company Commits to 40,139 Square Feet at SL Green's 100 Park

Fri, 19 June 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Strong Tenant Demand Continues to Drive Leasing at Grand Central's ‘Modern Classic', BOMA's Best Renovated Building for 2008/09

New York, NY - June 19, 2009 - SL Green Realty Corp. (NYSE: SLG) announced today that Aetna Life Insurance Company has signed a new 40,139-square-foot, ten-year lease covering the entire 12th floor at 100 Park Avenue, Grand Central's recently redeveloped ‘Modern Classic.' The building has received Silver LEED certification and is the recipient of BOMA's award for ‘Best Renovated Building of the Year' for 2008/09.

Aetna is one of the nation's leading diversified health care benefits companies, offering products ranging from medical, pharmacy, dental, group life, long-term health care and disability plans.

About SL Green Realty Corp.

SL Green Realty Corp. is a self-administered and self-managed real estate investment trust, or REIT, that predominantly acquires, owns, repositions and manages Manhattan office properties. The Company is the only publicly held REIT that specializes in this niche. As of March 31, 2009, the Company owned 29 New York City office properties totaling approximately 23,211,200 square feet, making it New York's largest office landlord. In addition, at March 31, 2009, SL Green held investment interests in, among other things, eight retail properties encompassing approximately 400,212 square feet, three development properties encompassing approximately 399,800 square feet and two land interests, along with ownership interests in 33 suburban assets totaling 6,986,500 square feet in Brooklyn, Queens, Long Island, Westchester County, Connecticut and New Jersey.

Perfect Your Putting at the Daily News Building

Fri, 15 May 2009 15:05:08 GMT

SL Green's 220 East 42nd Street Hosts Lunchtime Putting Contest on May 28thSponsored by City Parks Foundation and Odyssey Golf

New York, NY - May 15, 2009 - SL Green Realty Corp's Daily News Building, 220 East 42nd Street, is one of ten office buildings selected by City Parks Foundation in conjunction with Odyssey Golf, which will be hosting a free lunchtime putting contest for its tenants on Thursday, May 28th. The proceeds of the contest will benefit CityParks Golf, a free instructional program which reaches 3,500 urban youth annually.

Tenants who work in the building are welcome to compete in the lobby of 220 East 42nd Street between 12 noon and 1:30 pm. The winners from each building's putting contest will qualify for a finals competition and a chance to meet and putt against a pro golfer in a media event during US Open week commencing on June 15th.

A free-five-minute clinic and putting demonstration will be held on the custom-made 10' X 14' artificial turf positioned in the Daily News Building's lobby prior to the competition. Contestants will attempt to make one 8-foot putt, and if they are successful, the player will continue to make consecutive putts from other locations until one is missed. The player who makes the most consecutive putts will be the winner.

"We are delighted to participate in this creative fundraiser enabling City Park Foundation to maintain and expand its junior golf program in parks throughout the five boroughs," said Steven Durels SL Green Executive Vice President and Director of Leasing and Real Property.

CityParks Golf, a program of the City Parks Foundation, is designed to introduce the game of golf to boys and girls aged 6-17 at 12 parks throughout the City. City Parks Foundation's free tennis, golf, and track and field programs offer weekly lessons with experienced instructors and free use of equipment all summer long. The web address is: http://www.cityparksfoundation.org/.

About SL Green Realty Corp.

SL Green Realty Corp. is a self-administered and self-managed real estate investment trust, or REIT, that predominantly acquires, owns, repositions and manages Manhattan office properties. The Company is the only publicly held REIT that specializes in this niche. As of March 31, 2009, the Company owned 29 New York City office properties totaling approximately 23,211,200 square feet, making it New York's largest office landlord. In addition, at March 31, 2009, SL Green held investment interests in, among other things, eight retail properties encompassing approximately 400,212 square feet, three development properties encompassing approximately 399,800 square feet and two land interests, along with ownership interests in 33 suburban assets totaling 6,986,500 square feet in Brooklyn, Queens, Long Island, Westchester County, Connecticut and New Jersey.