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Nippon Steel Kowa's New Logistics Facility Development in Atlanta

Nippon Steel Kowa Real Estate Co., Ltd., located in Minato-ku, Tokyo, has announced its participation in a logistics facility development in Buford, Atlanta, Georgia. This initiative is a collaborative effort with the renowned American developer, Trammell Crow Company, and CBRE Group, Inc., which is headquartered in Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo. Alongside two other companies, Hankyu Hanshin Properties Corp. and Keihanshin Building Co., Ltd., the consortium aims to establish a significant logistics hub in the region.

Nippon Steel Kowa has established itself in the logistics sector through its flagship brand, LOGIFRONT, encompassing 18 projects within Japan. The company is committed to expanding its logistics facility operations internationally, making this project its second overseas endeavor.

Project Overview

The Atlanta metropolitan area boasts a population of approximately six million, making it the largest economic and logistics center in Southeastern United States. Among its many assets is the Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, recognized for having the highest number of passenger flights globally. The region's interconnected rail and road networks rank it as the fourth-largest logistics market in the country. This site is strategically situated near major transport routes, particularly Interstates 85 and 985, making it ideal for urban deliveries and long-distance transport.

Key Project Details

• - Location: 3228 Whidby Road, Buford, GA 30518
• - Site Area: Approximately 233,500 square meters (around 70,600 tsubo)
• - Total Floor Area: Approximately 63,800 square meters (around 19,300 tsubo)
• - Structure & Levels: Steel structure, single-story
• - Construction Period: May 2025 – Late 2026 (planned)
• - Construction Companies: AL Grading (site preparation), Conlan Company (construction)

Note: Details may be subject to change.

Nippon Steel Kowa's Logistics Initiatives

Since the establishment of its Logistics Division, initially launched in April 2018 as the LOGIFRONT project development department, Nippon Steel Kowa has positioned logistics as one of its core operations, alongside commercial and residential projects. The company has rolled out advanced logistics facilities tailored to customer needs, such as LOGIFRONT Koshigaya I and LOGIFRONT Amagasaki II.

The collaboration with Mitsui Fudosan Co., Ltd. on the LOGIFRONT Tokyo Itabashi project, completed in September 2024, showcased their ability to meet diverse corporate needs and fueled aspirations to venture further into various industrial properties, including crane-equipped warehouses, hazardous material storage, refrigerated warehouses, R&D centers, industrial support facilities, and data centers. They aim to seize lucrative business opportunities while expanding their initiatives both domestically and internationally.

About Project Partners

Trammell Crow Company

Founded in 1948 and having more than 75 years of experience, Trammell Crow is among the leading developers in the U.S. The company has developed or acquired approximately 2,900 properties, with a combined value of around $75 billion and covering an area of 655 million square feet. It became part of the CBRE Group in 2006, operating 28 offices across the U.S. and Europe.

CBRE Group, Inc.

CBRE is the world’s largest commercial real estate services firm, established in 1970. With over half a century of experience, the Japan branch provides comprehensive real estate solutions, including rental and sales brokerage for corporations, advisory functions, property management, and evaluation services. In this project, CBRE will handle asset management for investors.

Hankyu Hanshin Properties Corp.

Established on February 17, 1947, Hankyu Hanshin Properties specializes in leasing office and commercial facilities, real estate development, area management, and various other real estate activities. Its headquarters is located in the Hankyu Terminal Building in Osaka.

Keihanshin Building Co., Ltd.

Since its founding in 1948, Keihanshin Building Co., Ltd. has engaged in leasing diverse facilities that meet evolving needs, from data centers to commercial properties. It also invests in U.S. real estate and seeks to enhance valuable business spaces for future generations.