Cushman & Wakefield Core Highlights How Reliability, Talent, and Sustainability Drive Gulf Industrial Real Estate's Competitiveness
Cushman & Wakefield (NYSE:CWK) has released new analysis highlighting the UAE's industrial real estate sector's competitive advantages.
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Cushman & Wakefield (NYSE:CWK) has released new analysis highlighting the UAE's industrial real estate sector's competitive advantages. The report reveals that while Dubai and Abu Dhabi's rents fall in the $5-10 per square foot range, the region's appeal extends beyond costs to include reliability and efficiency.
The analysis, conducted in collaboration with KEZAD Group, emphasizes how the UAE's industrial real estate sector differentiates itself through integrated ecosystem models, clustering suppliers, manufacturers, and logistics providers in single zones. The report also highlights the growing importance of sustainability initiatives, including gas networks, carbon credit frameworks, and AI-based energy monitoring tools.
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- Higher rent costs compared to emerging Asian markets and CEE regions
- Requires higher initial investment for occupiers compared to low-cost markets
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"APAC and CEE may still win on rent levels, but what we see in the
Cushman & Wakefield's Waypoint: Global Industrial Dynamics 2025 report notes that
"Our clients take a far more holistic view of cost competitiveness," said Mohamed Al Khadar Al Ahmed, CEO of KEZAD Group. "Beyond rent, major considerations include energy tariffs, multimodal connectivity, workforce access, and time-to-market."
KEZAD's integrated ecosystem model exemplifies this approach by clustering suppliers, manufacturers, and logistics providers in one zone - cutting costs, shortening production cycles, and building resilience into supply chains.
"KEZAD is a good example of how clustering works in practice. Bringing suppliers, manufacturers and logistics into one place helps companies lower costs, speed up production, and strengthen supply chains," Kruger added.
Sustainability is also climbing the agenda. KEZAD Utilities & Facilities Management operates a 100km gas network alongside renewable initiatives, while free zone operators in
"We're seeing an increasing number of institutional investors entering the thriving logistics and industrial market with plans to develop sustainably. Advanced lighting, climate control, certifications, and smart building systems are now standard for new-builds," said Ben Rose, Director of Capital Markets at Cushman & Wakefield Core. "New entrants like Prologis and
Mohamed added: "Companies want long-term efficiency, not just low rent. They're looking for energy stability, digital readiness, and speed to market. That's where the
While the Gulf may not compete on headline cost with emerging Asian markets, its differentiated offer anchored in connectivity, stability, and ecosystem value continues to attract occupiers and investors looking for certainty in a volatile global environment.
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Rachel Smylie
rachel.smylie@cushwake.ae
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