Logistics Matters with DC VELOCITY
Guest: Lisa DeNight of Newmark on the Industrial Real Estate Market on the Rise; Thoughts on Improving Infrastructure; Striving for Fast, Dynamic Execution
Logistics Matters with DC VELOCITY
•February 13, 2026•0 min
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Logistics Matters with DC VELOCITY•Feb 13, 2026
Why It Matters
Accelerated demand for industrial properties reshapes capital allocation, while infrastructure gaps threaten supply‑chain efficiency, making both investors and manufacturers watch policy actions closely.
Key Takeaways
- •Industrial real estate demand rising amid supply chain speed focus
- •NAM urges Congress to fund infrastructure, easing freight delays
- •Infios survey: 80% prioritize fast execution over planning
- •Newmark tracks 2026 industrial market trends for manufacturers
Pulse Analysis
The industrial real estate market is entering a growth phase in 2026, driven by manufacturers’ need for purpose‑built facilities that support faster production cycles and e‑commerce fulfillment. As companies scale up distribution centers and adopt automation, demand for high‑clearance warehouses, cold‑storage units, and flexible floor plans is outpacing the limited supply in key logistics corridors. Analysts at Newmark note that vacancy rates are falling while rental premiums rise, signaling a shift from the pandemic‑induced slowdown to a more robust, investment‑friendly environment.
Meanwhile, the National Association of Manufacturers warns that chronic underfunding of U.S. infrastructure is eroding the efficiency of the supply chain. Congested highways and aging bridges add delays and cost overruns to freight movements, prompting manufacturers to call on Congress for a substantial increase in infrastructure spending. Recent legislative discussions have focused on modernizing highways, expanding rail capacity, and improving port facilities, all of which could alleviate bottlenecks that currently inflate logistics expenses and constrain the flow of goods to and from industrial sites.
Supply‑chain leaders are responding by prioritizing speed of execution over traditional planning metrics. An Infios survey of 100 U.S. executives revealed that nearly 80% view rapid, dynamic execution as the primary source of competitive advantage in today’s volatile market. This shift fuels demand for agile industrial spaces that can accommodate just‑in‑time production and flexible distribution networks. Investors and developers who align property portfolios with these execution‑centric strategies stand to capture higher yields as manufacturers chase faster, more resilient supply chains.
Episode Description
Our guest on this week's episode is Lisa DeNight, managing director and head of North American Industrial Research for Newmark. Before a company can manufacture and distribute a product, they need the proper building designed to house their operations. That is where the industrial real estate market comes in. Like the home real estate market there are ebbs and flows depending on the economy and other factors. But there are signs for hope in the industrial real estate market in 2026, as our guest shares the latest industry trends and research.
This week The National Association of Manufacturers shared new research that shows that the lack of spending on our nation’s infrastructure is affecting manufacturing across the country. NAM says that highway congestion and delays in freight carrying finished goods are having big impacts on our economy and that there is a need to invest further in our crumbling infrastructure. They suggest where to focus attention this year.
Research released this week tracks a turning point in supply chain strategy as organizations start to prioritize speed of execution as their main source of competitive advantage these days. That’s according to research from supply chain software provider Infios. The company surveyed 100 U.S.-based supply chain leaders and found that nearly 80% said fast, dynamic execution—rather than planning or visibility alone—is their best competitive weapon in today’s volatile marketplace.
Supply Chain Xchange also offers a podcast series called Supply Chain in the Fast Lane. It is co-produced with the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals. A new series is now available on Top Threats to our Supply Chains. It covers topics including Geopolitical Risks, Economic Instability, Cybersecurity Risks, Threats to energy and electric grids; Supplier Risks, and Transportation Disruptions Go to your favorite podcast platform to subscribe and to listen to past and future episodes. The podcast is also available at www.thescxchange.com.
Articles and resources mentioned in this episode:
Newmark
NAM asks Congress for greater infrastructure spending
Supply chain trade groups cheer congressional progress on infrastructure bill
Report: Speed and connection create supply chain advantage
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