September 2025 | Mary Doetterl, Research Director, Lee & Associates – Houston Houston Industrial: From Petrochemical to High-Tech For decades, Houston’s industrial history has been defined by petrochemical adjacency and logistics linked to the Port of Houston. But a new wave of demand is emerging. One powered not by energy commodities, but by artificial intelligence. With Apple, Nvidia, and Foxconn investing heavily in AI server factories and supercomputing facilities in Houston, the…
Why Office Sublease Space Is Gaining Attention in 2025
July 2025 | Mary Doetterl, Research Manager, Lee & Associates – Houston As Houston’s office market continues to evolve, sublease space is taking center stage for tenants seeking agility, affordability, and speed to occupancy. “Subleases give landlords both a challenge and an opportunity,” says Blake Virgilio, Principal at Lee & Associates. “While it introduces more competition, it also lets us reposition space creatively and work directly with subtenants looking for long-term solutions.” Cost…
Inside the Warehouse of the Future: How Houston Is Becoming a Logistics Tech Hub
June 2025 | Mary Doetterl, Research Manager, Lee & Associates – Houston Houston has long been defined by its energy industry and global shipping routes. But now, a quieter evolution is positioning the city as a rising logistics technology hub and industrial developers are racing to keep up. With e-commerce growth, reshoring trends, and increasingly tech-savvy tenants, Houston’s warehouses are becoming more than just storage, they’re becoming smart logistics centers. New developments across the…
LEE & ASSOCIATES FACILITATES SALE OF 59,252-SQUARE-FOOT INDUSTRIAL BUILDING IN LAREDO
Lee & Associates – Houston May 6, 2025 (HOUSTON) – Lee & Associates, a leading nationwide commercial real estate firm, is pleased to announce the successful sale of a 59,252-square-foot industrial facility located at 13485 South Unitec Street within Unitec Business Park in Laredo, Texas. The property was acquired by Unitec Drive, LP., a company specializing in the manufacturing, distribution, and servicing of heavy industrial trucks. Situated on 5.62 acres, the front-load building includes…
Laredo, Texas: The World’s Largest Port, A Supply Chain Powerhouse
April 29, 2025 | HOUSTON, TEXAS | By Enrique Volkmer, Lee & Associates Laredo, Texas, has emerged as one of the largest ports in the world by volume and crossings, driven by its robust infrastructure and strategic location. According to 2023 data from the U.S. Census Bureau, the Port of Laredo was responsible for handling an aggregate amount of product valued at about $320 billion, the most in the country by that metric….
LEE & ASSOCIATES LOCKS IN 103,870 SF OF SPACE FOR BUCKLAND GLOBAL TRADE SERVICES
Lee & Associates – Houston March 5, 2025, (LAREDO) – Lee & Associates, a leading nationwide commercial real estate firm, is pleased to announce the successful lease of a 103,870-square-foot facility at 21208 Kraus Loop in Pinnacle Industry Center, Laredo, Texas. Buckland Global Trade Services, a freight transportation company, will occupy the entire building. This newly constructed, state-of-the-art distribution center sits on 7.35 acres and features a 32-foot clear height, along with EV charging…
LEE & ASSOCIATES NEGOTIATES SELL OF 10 ACRES OF LAND IN EMPIRE INDUSTRIAL PARK IN EAGLE PASS FOR DEVELOPMENT
Lee & Associates – Houston February 20, 2025 (LAREDO) – Lee & Associates is pleased to announce the successful sale of 10 acres of land in Empire Industrial Park located at 4338 El Indo Highway in Eagle Pass, Texas. The seller, Empire Industrial Park, LLC, was represented by Enrique Volkmer with Lee & Associates. P.W. Ellis represented the buyer, Pilot Travel Centers, LLC. The establishment of the Pilot Travel Center at EMPIRE Industrial Park is…
LEE & ASSOCIATES SUCCESSFULLY LEASES 34,000 SQUARE FEET OF RETAIL SPACE AT EMAMI PLAZA: A New Vibrant Hub for the Community
Lee & Associates – Houston February 18, 2025, LAREDO, TEXAS – Emami Plaza is thrilled to announce the successful leasing of all 34,000 square feet, establishing it as one of the most dynamic and vibrant shopping and lifestyle destinations in Laredo. This achievement underscores the Plaza’s appeal and strategic location within a thriving community. The diverse range of tenants in Emami Plaza includes an exciting mix of restaurants, snack outlets, bicycle shops, healthcare services, a…
LEE & ASSOCIATES – HOUSTON ANNOUNCES GROUNDBREAKING CEREMONY FOR NEW 213,781-SQUARE-FOOT DEVELOPMENT IN LAREDO, TEXAS
February 10, 2025 | Lee & Associates – Houston Lee & Associates – Houston is excited to announce the groundbreaking ceremony for the Vidal Cantu Industrial Center, scheduled for Wednesday, February 12, 2025, at 11:00 AM. The ceremony will be held at the development site located at 1309 Vidal Cantu, Laredo, Texas, just minutes away from the World Trade Bridge. The upcoming development will feature a 32-foot clear height, 354 truck trailer stalls, 87 dock-high…