FIBRA PROLOGIS SECURES MAJORITY OWNER POSITION OF TERRAFINA; MAKES SIGNIFICANT COMMITMENT TO MEXICAN INDUSTRIAL MARKET

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FIBRA Prologis has successfully acquired a 77.14% majority stake in FIBRA Terrafina, significantly expanding its presence in the Mexican industrial real estate market. This acquisition adds approximately 42.2 million square feet of industrial real estate across key markets to FIBRA Prologis' existing portfolio of 46.9 million square feet. The move demonstrates Prologis' long-term commitment to Mexico, capitalizing on favorable market conditions with nearly 100% occupancy rates and continuous rental growth.

The acquisition is expected to benefit shareholders, customers, and the Mexican economy. FIBRA Prologis aims to leverage its scale, operational expertise, and investments to drive business growth for both entities. The company sees significant potential in nearshoring trends, with Latin America projected to experience rent growth at double the global average.

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• Acquisition of 77.14% majority stake in FIBRA Terrafina, significantly expanding market presence
• Addition of 42.2 million square feet of industrial real estate to existing portfolio
• Nearly 100% occupancy rate and continuous rental growth in 2024
• Strong potential for growth driven by nearshoring trends in Latin America

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SAN FRANCISCO, Aug. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- FIBRA Prologis today closed on its tender offer to acquire shares of FIBRA Terrafina with 77.14% of all shares under FIBRA Prologis control. Prologis, Inc. (NYSE:PLD), the global leader of logistics real estate, sponsors FIBRA Prologis, which acquires, owns and manages Class-A industrial real estate in Mexico's most desirable economic markets.

FIBRA Terrafina manages approximately 42.2 million square feet of industrial real estate across several key markets, which includes 288 industrial warehouses and 4 land bank properties. As of June 30, 2024, FIBRA Prologis was comprised of 236 logistics and manufacturing facilities in six industrial markets in Mexico, totaling 46.9 million square feet (4.4 million square meters) of gross leasable area.

"This investment comes at a unique moment for Mexico, and it demonstrates our long-standing commitment to one of our most important markets," said Dan Letter, president, Prologis. "We appreciate the vote of confidence by Terrafina's stakeholders in the quality, sustainability and global connectivity of FIBRA Prologis' logistics portfolio and in our shared future success."

FIBRA Prologis: Large Player in Mexico's Industrial Real Estate Market
Mexico was Prologis' first international expansion 25 years ago and the company continues to grow its business in the market. FIBRA Prologis owns Class-A logistics and manufacturing facilities throughout Mexico, of which about 70% are located in consumption-driven markets and about 30% are located in manufacturing-driven markets.

"FIBRA Prologis successfully acquiring a majority shareholder position in FIBRA Terrafina is good for both shareholders and customers but also for the Mexico economy," said Héctor Ibarzabal, FIBRA Prologis' chief executive officer. "Our company's scale, operational expertise and investments provide an excellent platform to drive FIBRA Prologis and Terrafina's business growth and shared success while strengthening Mexico's economic prospects and position as an international trade partner."

In 2024, FIBRA Prologis continues to see favorable market conditions, with an almost 100% occupancy rate and continuous rental growth.

Nearshoring drives growth in Mexico
Nearshoring is a significant driver of demand in Mexico. According to Prologis Research, Latin America will continue to see rent growth at roughly double the global average, driven in part by nearshoring. For example, every US$1 billion invested in Mexican auto factories can generate 5-10 MSF of local logistics demand. 

ABOUT PROLOGIS
Prologis, Inc. is the global leader in logistics real estate with a focus on high-barrier, high-growth markets. At June 30, 2024, the company owned or had investments in, on a wholly owned basis or through co-investment ventures, properties and development projects expected to total approximately 1.2 billion square feet (115 million square meters) in 19 countries. Prologis leases modern logistics facilities to a diverse base of approximately 6,700 customers principally across two major categories: business-to-business and retail/online fulfillment.

 

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SOURCE Prologis, Inc.

FAQ

What percentage of FIBRA Terrafina did FIBRA Prologis acquire in 2024?

FIBRA Prologis acquired a 77.14% majority stake in FIBRA Terrafina through a tender offer in 2024.

How much industrial real estate does FIBRA Prologis now control in Mexico after the Terrafina acquisition?

After the acquisition, FIBRA Prologis controls approximately 89.1 million square feet of industrial real estate in Mexico, combining its existing 46.9 million square feet with Terrafina's 42.2 million square feet.

What is the occupancy rate for FIBRA Prologis properties in Mexico in 2024?

FIBRA Prologis reports an almost 100% occupancy rate for its properties in Mexico in 2024.

How is nearshoring expected to impact FIBRA Prologis (PLD) in Mexico?

Nearshoring is expected to drive significant demand for FIBRA Prologis (PLD) in Mexico, with Latin America projected to see rent growth at roughly double the global average.