Hines Global Income Trust Expands East Coast Industrial Holdings With $309 Million Acquisition

Deal News | May 28, 2025 | Hines Interests LP

Hines Global Income Trust Expands East Coast Industrial Holdings With $309 Million Acquisition

Hines Global Income Trust, associated with Hines Interests LP, has expanded its industrial portfolio with acquisitions totaling $309 million on the East Coast. The purchase includes a 2.5 million square foot property acquired from The Davis Companies, comprising fully-leased Class A facilities in Georgia and Massachusetts, and the I-85 Logistics Center in South Carolina. The Georgia International Trade Center and the I-85 Logistics are strategically located near major ports, bolstering their attractiveness. Meanwhile, Upton Crossing in Wilmington aligns well with Hines' strategy of pursuing valuable industrial space. Hines emphasizes local market expertise and strategic location in sustaining potential growth, as mentioned by Alfonso Munk, Co-Head of Investment Management. The acquisition strengthens HGIT's diversified portfolio, already heavily weighted in the industrial and living sectors and valued at $4.58 billion as of April 2025. Hines also highlighted the continuous demand within the Sunbelt region and such strategic positioning underlines their investment approach.

Sectors

  • Real Estate Investment
  • Logistics and Distribution

Geography

  • United States – The acquisitions and operations discussed are located in the United States, specifically on the East Coast, including Georgia, Massachusetts, and South Carolina.

Industry

  • Real Estate Investment – The article discusses the acquisition of industrial properties by Hines Global Income Trust, a part of Hines, a major real estate investment firm.
  • Logistics and Distribution – Properties acquired are strategic logistics and distribution hubs in high-growth markets on the East Coast, such as Savannah and Greenville-Spartanburg.

Financials

  • $309 million – Total cost for the acquisition of the East Coast industrial assets by Hines Global Income Trust.
  • $4.58 billion – Valuation of Hines Global Income Trust's diversified portfolio as of April 30, 2025.

Participants

NameRoleTypeDescription
Hines Global Income TrustAcquirerCompanyA public, non-listed real estate investment trust sponsored by Hines, focused on commercial real estate investments.
Hines Interests LPParent CompanyCompanyA leading global real estate investment manager.
The Davis CompaniesVendorCompanyA vertically integrated real estate investment, development, and management firm involved in selling the 2.5 million square foot property.
Stonemont Financial GroupJoint Venture PartnerCompanyPartnered with The Davis Companies in the development of the Georgia International Trade Center.
DavisPrevious OwnerCompanyA company involved in the sale and development of several properties included in the acquisition.
Eastdil Capital MarketsAdvisorCompanyAssisted with the execution of the sale.