Trends Shaping the Future of Distribution Centres

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On November 18th, the NAIOP Greater Toronto Chapter and Panattoni Development Canada Inc. hosted a panel discussion on Industrial Properties and Trends that are Shaping the Future of Distribution Centres. LIDD Toronto’s Industrial Real Estate Advisory team attended this discussion, and here are some takeaways:

Moderator:

Michael Smele, Executive VP Eastern Canada, Panattoni Development Company Canada

Speakers:

Peter Millesse, Director, Industrial Advisory, CBRE Limited

Ernie Perfetto, Owner, Metro Concrete Works Inc.

Kurt Witteman, System Sales Manager, Wecon Systems

Brad Woodbine, Partner, Leeswood Construction

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LIDD Real Estate Market Report- Q4 2020

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While the shutdowns did bring about a brief pause in 20Q2 leasing activity and small increases in vacancy, the GTA industrial market has bounced back in Q3.

E-commerce is expected to increase as a result of new buying trends. For many e-commerce operators, the challenges ahead supersede real estate and fall under supply chain management- integrating technology into their operations, meeting consumer expectations of delivery speed and integration with 3PL companies.

Find the latest industrial real estate trends and forecasts in LIDD’s Q4 2020 LTB Market Report

E-Commerce Drives Industrial Real Estate

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Even though the Canadian commercial real estate market remains relatively stable, signs of a softening are beginning to appear. This is especially true in class B and class C office space, where sublease availability has skyrocketed, and lower level retail storefronts are at risk of sitting dormant or vacant.

The industrial sector is a different story. With an accelerated increase in e-commerce activity, the verticals of online apparel, grocery delivery, meal kits and home office equipment are increasing and being faced with the need to modify their supply chains to meet demand. According to Statistics Canada, the e-commerce sector grew by 110.8% as compared to May 2019 with a 63.8% increase coming in the month of April 2020 alone.

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Toronto’s Vacancy Rate at Historic Low

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CoStar, the world leader in commercial real estate information and analytics, has the most comprehensive database of real estate data throughout the US, Canada, the UK and Europe. LIDD Real Estate utilizes CoStar platform’s vast research capabilities on a daily basis to better serve our clients.… Read More

LIDD’s Complimentary Lease Review Program

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You only get one or two chances a decade to make the right facility leasing decision. Whether faced with a lease renewal or relocation, tenants need to be aware that GTA market conditions have swayed into the landlord’s favour.  It is crucial to understand the strengths and weaknesses of your existing lease in order to create a game plan for the future that protects capital.… Read More