Smaller scale manufacturing operations (1,000-5,000 SF) seem to be opening up shop and gaining momentum faster than ever. Why is this happening? I think the cost of manufacturing machines has come down and because of the strong economy, entrepreneurs have the spirit and the capital to start a manufacturing operation or grow their business with existing cash or lines of credit. Also, the cost of distribution continues to become more competitive.
PICOR Connect | Trends in Commercial Real Estate
Topics: Tucson, Industrial, Warehouse, Foreign trade zone, Manufacturing
Nogales, Ariz. is witnessing increased demand for international trade warehouse space and property with the upcoming $244 million expansion of the Mariposa Port of Entry. The Nogales Santa Cruz Port Authority works with key stakeholders in the Nogales community, including commercial land developers and Realtors®, to enhance economic development in the Nogales-Santa Cruz County region.
Topics: Industrial, Sonora Mexico, Commercial real estate, Warehouse, Foreign trade zone, Transportation, Logistics, Development
The Arizona México Commission held its semi-annual forum last week in Scottsdale with the theme "Are You Ready for International Business?" Because Cushman & Wakefield | PICOR has a decade-long commitment to cross-border commercial real estate, we thought it timely to share an update on the Sonora, Mexico commercial real estate environment and efforts promoting the Arizona-Sonora Region.
Topics: Tucson, Sonora Mexico, Commercial real estate, Economic development, Foreign trade zone
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 on requirements spanning the Arizona-Sonora border region.
Topics: Tucson, Sonora Mexico, Commercial real estate, Economic development, Investment property, Foreign trade zone
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.
Topics: Tucson, Industrial, Sonora Mexico, Intermodal facilities, Commercial real estate, Economic development, Warehouse, Foreign trade zone, Logistics, Manufacturing, Rail