Exploring the Different Types of Industrial & Logistics Real Estates in Singapore

Singapore's industrial and logistics real estate sector plays a crucial role in supporting the country's thriving economy. With a strategic location and world-class infrastructure, Singapore has become a hub for trade and commerce in the Asia-Pacific region. The city-state boasts a diverse range of industrial and logistics real estates that cater to various business needs. In this blog post, we will take a closer look at the different types of industrial and logistics real estates in Singapore, exploring their unique features and advantages.

BUSINESS AND SCIENCE PARKS

Business Parks (BP) are for businesses engaged in high-technology, research and development (R&D), high value-added and knowledge-intensive activities. BPs have the following distinguishing features:

•A range or variety of activities or uses which are technology and research-oriented industries and non-manufacturing in nature;

•Have generous and lush landscaping, quality building designs, and wider range and variety of amenities and facilities.

BPs can be developed on land zoned BP and BP-White. The White component is a flexible provision to allow for more GFA quantum to accommodate related uses synergistic with the dominant BP land use zoning. Related uses include residential, office, hotel, sports and recreation uses. The allowable quantum for White use is higher for land zoned BP-White.

BPs offer state-of-the-art infrastructure and facilities that support research and development, as well as light manufacturing activities. Business and Science Parks are designed to cater to the specific needs of these industries, providing a collaborative environment that fosters innovation and growth. 

One of the most notable examples of Business and Science Parks in Singapore is one-north located at Buona Vista. It is a 200-ha development established as a research and development hub in 2002, with the goal of creating a work-live-play-learn vibrant environment for R&D activities and promoting collaboration amongst the academia, industry and government. 

Unknown to most, Buona Vista was chosen as the site is largely on higher ground where the temperature is generally 2 degrees cooler than the rest of Singapore. One-north was planned with sustainability in mind then. 

Biopolis and Fusionoplis are two hubs within one-north. Biopolis is a world-class research and development hub that spans over 30 hectares of land. It is home to more than 60 biotech companies, research institutes, and universities. Biopolis is equipped with advanced facilities such as clean rooms, specialized laboratories, and conference rooms, making it an ideal location for biotechnology and biomedical research and development.

Fusionopolis is another dynamic research and development hub that brings together the best minds from various disciplines such as engineering, science, and technology. Fusionopolis is equipped with advanced facilities such as a microfabrication lab, nanofabrication lab, and a shared facilities platform, making it an ideal location for high-tech industries such as nanotechnology and electronics.

FACTORIES

Industrial developments comprise factories, warehouses, telecommunication and utility buildings. 

Depending on the nature of their activities, clean and light industries are allowed in Business 1 (B1) zone. General and special industries are to be located in Business 2 (B2) zone. Unique to Singapore, there is another category, Business (or Science) Park which the National Environment Agency (NEA) would require a 50m nuisance buffer from a B1 zone to the surrounding area. Industrial activities that require a nuisance buffer greater than 50m to the surrounding area may not be located in B1 zone. NEA would require a 100m nuisance buffer from a B2 zone to the surrounding area. 

Flatted factories are commonly found in industrial estates such as Tai Seng and Kallang.

Flatted factories offer several advantages to SMEs. They are cost-effective, as they allow businesses to optimize their use of space and reduce operational costs. They are also flexible, allowing businesses to adapt to changing market conditions and business needs. Flatted factories are an ideal option for businesses that require manufacturing space but do not require large-scale facilities.

HIGH-SPECIFICATION INDUSTRIAL BUILDINGS

High-Specification Industrial Buildings are purpose-built facilities that cater to specific industries such as aerospace, precision engineering, and electronics manufacturing. These buildings are equipped with advanced features such as clean rooms, high-speed internet, and 24/7 security. High-Specification Industrial Buildings are designed to cater to the specific needs of these industries, providing an environment that is conducive to growth and innovation.

One of the most notable examples of High-Specification Industrial Buildings in Singapore is the newly built Tai Seng Exchange, offering premium space to the new economy sector targeting at innovation, research & development and advance manufacturing in the industries of electronics, medical technology, pharmaceuticals and biotech. Boosting the largest floor plates of up to 40,000 sf per floor, premium specifications and the highest sustainability rating of BCA Green Mark Platinum. 

Another example is the 161, 163 and 165 Kallang Way, located within the Kallang River precinct planned in a campus-like environment. Targeted at high value-add and knowledge-base businesses such as advance manufacturing, biomedical science and information & communications technology sectors, it is built with end-users in mind to help companies maximise productivity and boost efficiency with large floor plates, high floor-to-ceiling height and power capacity.

LOGISTICS AND WAREHOUSING FACILITIES

Logistics and warehousing facilities are essential for businesses involved in supply chain management and distribution. Singapore's strategic location and world-class infrastructure have made it an ideal hub for logistics and warehousing activities. These facilities are designed to cater to the specific needs of businesses involved in logistics and distribution, providing an efficient and effective environment for their operations.

One of the most notable examples of logistics and warehousing facilities in Singapore is the Jurong Industrial Estate. Jurong is one of the largest industrial estates in Singapore, spanning over 2,500 hectares of land. It is equipped with advanced logistics and warehousing facilities such as container ports, warehouses, and distribution centers. Jurong is an ideal location for businesses involved in logistics and distribution, providing easy access to transportation networks such as ports and airports.

CONCLUSION

In conclusion, Singapore's industrial and logistics real estate sector is a critical component of the country's economy. The city-state's strategic location, world-class infrastructure, and business-friendly environment have attracted businesses from all over the world. The different types of industrial and logistics real estates in Singapore cater to the specific needs of various industries, providing an environment that fosters innovation and growth. Whether it is high-tech industries, logistics and warehousing, or SMEs, Singapore's industrial and logistics real estate sector has something to offer for everyone.

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