14 de Junio de 2024
Industrial investment in Mexico continues to consolidate, driven by the evolution of the logistics sector and the growing demand for strategic infrastructure. In this context, FINSA announced The acquisition of a real estate portfolio in the state of Hidalgo, as part of its expansion strategy in key markets of the country.
The transaction represents an approximate investment of USD $434 million and incorporates into its platform a fully stabilized AAA logistics portfolio, with 100% occupancy and leased entirely by Mercado Libre, one of the leading players in e-commerce in Latin America.
The portfolio consists of three buildings totaling 291,600 sq.ft. of rentable area, located in the AIFA corridor, one of the most dynamic logistics hubs in the Valle de Mexico Metropolitan Area.
The assets stand out for their location in the center of the country, with direct connectivity to key infrastructure such as the Arco Norte highway, as well as such as its proximity to the main consumer centers of the Valle de Mexico Metropolitan Area.
This combination of location, connectivity, and scale responds to the new demands of the market, where operational efficiency and last-mile logistics have become determining factors for competitiveness.
The fact that the portfolio is fully occupied by Mercado Libre reflects a structural trend: the growing demand for specialized logistics spaces within industrial parks in Mexico.
"The logistics segment continues to be one of the main drivers of growth in the industrial real estate sector in Mexico, driven by e-commerce, the relocation of supply chains, and the need for modern, efficient, and well-located infrastructure. This acquisition reinforces our strategy of integrating stabilized, world-class assets in key corridors of the country." Sergio Argüelles, CEO of FINSA.
In this environment, well-located logistics assets not only guarantee operational stability, but also offer advantages in terms of absorption, efficiency, and long-term value creation.
The acquisition also underscores Hidalgo's potential as a destination for industrial investment in Mexico, driven by its competitiveness, land availability, and increasing integration into national logistics corridors.
"The center of Mexico has established itself as a key hub for logistics and distribution, particularly for last-mile operations. Investments of this magnitude reflect confidence in the market's structural strength and the sustained demand for high-specification logistics spaces”, Argüelles added.
With this transaction, FINSA expands its presence in strategic regions and reinforces its position within the logistics segment, one of the most dynamic in the industrial real estate sector.
The growth of e-commerce, the optimization of supply chains, and the need for next-generation infrastructure will continue to drive the evolution of industrial parks in Mexico, consolidating these types of assets as key components of competitiveness. country.
As part of its growth strategy, these acquisitions strengthen FINSA's ability to integrate high-quality assets in key markets, while driving the development of new infrastructure aligned with the needs of expanding sectors.