On one hand, we once again participated in Management Logístico, with a stand that gave us the opportunity to meet with clients, build new connections, and host the talk “Repurposed: Real Estate assets with a second life.” Together with Pedro Podestá S.A. and Plaza Logística, we explored current challenges and opportunities linked to the opening of imports and their impact on corporate operations.
On the other hand, we organized and moderated another session at EPIBA, where, together with Alberdi Desarrollos and Plaza Logística, we discussed the future of industrial parks.
In both events, the moderator was Lucas Desalvo, our logistics broker, who emphasized that today’s market conditions are accelerating transformations in the way companies plan and manage their infrastructure.
Operations under pressure and last-mile demand
At the Management Logístico panel, Pedro Podestá, Director of Pedro Podestá S.A., and Emiliano Giana, Director of New Developments at Plaza Logística—both of whom have led the reconversion of unused properties into logistics facilities—agreed that the opening of imports is placing additional pressure on operations, forcing companies to rethink processes and structures.
Giana highlighted that “multi-client warehouses designed for last-mile delivery are among the most in-demand typologies today,” while Podestá pointed out that “repurposing obsolete assets not only unlocks value from properties that would otherwise remain idle, but also addresses the growing need for efficient logistics space.”
These examples illustrate how flexibility and adaptability have become decisive competitive advantages, especially in urban environments where land availability is increasingly scarce.
Industrial Parks: A Long-Term Investment
The session at EPIBA provided a broader perspective. Ignacio Rappallini (Alberdi Desarrollos) emphasized that “the future of industry lies in industrial parks,” noting that more and more companies from Greater Buenos Aires (AMBA) are relocating to these developments—driven out by urban restrictions and seeking safer, more efficient environments for production. Alberdi has already launched a new park, with 20% of its lots sold, underscoring the confidence in this model.
From Plaza Logística, Emiliano Giana also joined the discussion, agreeing that AMBA still holds significant growth potential, while Córdoba and Rosario are emerging as strategic hubs for the medium term. However, he cautioned about a misalignment: while land and construction costs are approaching Buenos Aires levels, rental rates in those cities remain lower.
Both speakers stressed that investing in industrial parks requires a long-term vision, beyond economic and political cycles. Rappallini highlighted the case of Ezeiza, where the development of three industrial parks is being supported with educational and service infrastructure, ensuring a critical mass of talent and conditions for sustained growth. Giana closed with a powerful statement: “A warehouse outlasts governments, crises, and market swings. It’s an asset that endures in the long run.”
A future already underway
At both Management Logístico and EPIBA, the outlook was clear: Argentina’s logistics sector is undergoing an accelerated transformation. The repurposing of obsolete assets and the growth of industrial parks are emerging as strategic responses to current challenges and future opportunities.
At Cushman & Wakefield, we believe that this future is already unfolding, and we support companies at every stage of the journey: from identifying opportunities and repurposing assets to selecting industrial parks that deliver efficiency and competitiveness. As we like to say: where some see obsolescence, we see opportunity.
Our experience in the market, combined with our global perspective, allows us to advise clients with tailored solutions—helping turn today’s challenges into long-term opportunities.