The Metropolitan Pima Alliance (MPA) will be hosting its 8th Annual Common Ground Awards Celebration on October 21st at the Westward Look Resort. In keeping with its mission to further the interests of the real estate and development industry through education, public policy advocacy and networking, the event celebrates positive, collaborative interaction between the public and private sectors.[…]
The Solar Zone, located within Tucson's UATechPark, continues to grow its solar research capabilities. The recent announcement by Solon Corp. and AzRISE Director, Joe Simmons to undergo research into improved methods of energy storage demonstrate innovation with practical applications.
If successful, Tucson's Modern Streetcar presents opportunities for transit oriented development with myriad benefits. Early this year the Federal Transit Administration granted final approval of a $63 million dollar grant to help fund the overall $197 million cost of Tucson’s Modern Streetcar project. As of June 6th, planning is nearly complete and the 3.9 mile line is expected to go into[…]
Sonora, the Mexican state bordering Arizona to the south, represents a multitude of established and emerging opportunities for businesses and investors stateside. Here we will highlight some of the leading industries and factors contributing to Sonora's business climate. As a licensed commercial real estate broker in the state of Sonora, PICOR, through its POCIR entity, is positioned to advise[…]
In the midst of ICSC's RECon, the retail real estate industry's largest deal making event, statistics continue to support the relationship between retail sales and the demand for industrial real estate. That being said, local growth remains tepid. However, as always, national trends and cycles will come to impact the Tucson market.
Going intermodal: Among the many quality industrial real estate options available to Tucson businesses, with its rail-served warehouse and manufacturing facilities, Century Park Research Center stands out as a unique option.
For those considering solar commercial property in Arizona, Tucson's Solar Zone, a 250-acre park established within the University of Arizona's Science and Technology Park, is a leading hub for solar power generation, distribution, research and development. In working to recruit solar energy companies worldwide, the team is generating synergies and working to position the site at the industry's[…]