In today’s business world, optimizing processes and minimizing costs are crucial factors, especially in logistics and supply chain management. “Ready-built warehouses” are the answer to these needs, offering an optimal and efficient solution for businesses on the path to market expansion and operational improvement.

1. What is a ready-built warehouse?

A ready-built warehouse is a modern industrial real estate solution that meets the quick and flexible needs of many businesses today. As the name suggests, these are storage facilities designed, built, and completed by investors, with the purpose of providing customers with immediately usable space without the need to invest time or finances into the construction and outfitting process a process often accompanied by numerous complications and complexities.

Ready-built warehouses are a flexible storage solution for businesses

In a ready-built warehouse, all elements from structure, design, safety, and utilities to infrastructure systems such as electricity and water supply, ventilation, fire protection, and security are carefully considered and fully implemented. These warehouses are often located in prime areas with criteria such as convenient transportation, easy access to main roads, and proximity to major distribution centers or industrial zones—factors that are crucial for convenience in the import, export, and transportation of goods.

2. Advantages of ready-built warehouses

The cost-saving potential of ready-built warehouses is not only evident in the reduction of direct construction costs. Businesses also save on indirect costs such as the expenses for specialized personnel to manage the construction process, unforeseen costs arising from new construction, and the costs of maintaining an unused site during the ongoing construction.

Ready-built warehouses directly impact operational costs for businesses

All these factors combined create a significant amount that can affect the cash flow and operating budget of a business. Here are three advantages of ready-built warehouses:

2.1. Time-saving

Using ready-built warehouses offers significant benefits in shortening the preparation and implementation phases. Most of the time in constructing a new facility is spent on planning, architectural design, completing legal paperwork, and actual construction.

Ready-built warehouses allow businesses to start operations immediately

These warehouses eliminate the entire construction process, enabling businesses to quickly commence production and business activities without additional waiting time. This convenience helps businesses promptly meet market demands, thereby increasing competitiveness and optimizing business performance.

2.2. Cost-saving

Cost is a crucial factor for any business, and ready-built warehouses offer a significant cost-saving solution. Instead of investing a large capital into building a new facility from scratch, businesses can use these facilities by only paying rental costs. This avoids the need to cover unrecoverable costs such as design, construction permits, and unforeseen expenses. Additionally, not having to allocate a substantial amount for construction allows businesses to invest financial resources into other core business activities.

2.3. High flexibility

Flexibility is one of the most outstanding features of ready-built warehouses. Businesses can choose the size and type of warehouse that suits their needs without investing in fixed infrastructure. When they need to expand or scale down operations, they can easily move to another more suitable warehouse without the constraints of long-term ownership. This is particularly useful in today’s business environment, where rapid market and technology changes require businesses to adapt flexibly.

3. Choosing the right ready-built warehouse

To ensure that the chosen ready-built warehouse meets business requirements and development goals, businesses need to conduct a thorough evaluation and analysis process. The following points should be carefully considered when selecting a warehouse:

Geographical location: The warehouse’s location should be near major roads, public transportation, airports, seaports, or industrial zones. This will help save transportation costs and reduce travel time between the warehouse and the target market or suppliers.

The geographical location of the warehouse is crucial in the shipment of goods

Structure and design of the warehouse: The structure of the warehouse must be suitable for the type of goods to be stored. If the goods require special conditions such as controlled temperature or humidity, the warehouse must have the appropriate facilities. Additionally, factors such as ceiling height, floor load capacity, and space design should be considered to optimize the arrangement and movement of goods.

Expansion capability: If the business plans to expand in the future, the warehouse must be able to extend or adjust to meet growth needs. Flexibility in adjusting rental space or even moving to a larger warehouse is a critical factor to consider carefully.

Fixed and flexible costs: Analyze the total cost of renting the warehouse, including not only the rental fee itself but also maintenance, upkeep, and other potential fees. Also, consider flexible costs that may fluctuate depending on market changes or business requirements.

Rental conditions: Each warehouse will have a set of rental conditions with specific requirements and terms. Businesses need to read the lease agreement carefully to ensure that all rental terms are clear and not disadvantageous. Additionally, consider the possibilities regarding lease duration, conditions for changes, or contract termination.

Considering all these factors, businesses need to evaluate both short-term and long-term needs to find a ready-built warehouse that truly reflects their current and future requirements. Achieving this not only requires an understanding of business operations but also demands strategic vision and close collaboration with the investor or leasing agent. A well-chosen warehouse can become an invaluable asset, strongly supporting business operations and contributing to the overall success of the enterprise.

4. Why choose ready-built warehouses from Gaw NP Industrial

Gaw NP Industrial is one of the leading industrial real estate development projects in Vietnam, established through the collaboration between two major names: Gaw Capital Partners and NP Capital. Gaw Capital Partners, a leading investment fund in Asia with total assets of nearly $35.2 billion, and NP Capital, one of the top investment and real estate development funds in Vietnam, have joined forces to create Gaw NP Industrial.

Gaw NP Industrial offers a variety of ready-built warehouses in the North

Gaw NP Industrial is not only a trusted partner of many businesses but also a significant resource in promoting the sustainable development of the industrial real estate sector in Vietnam and the region. Gaw NP Industrial has ready-built factory and warehouse rental projects in potential industrial zones in the North.

4.1 Ready-built warehouse in Hai Phong – GNP Nam Dinh Vu

The ready-built warehouse GNP Nam Dinh Vu is located in the Dinh Vu – Cat Hai economic zone with a strategic location, only 16 km from the center of Hai Phong City, connected via provincial road 365. Additionally, the warehouse is near Lach Huyen deep-water port (11 km) and the Hanoi – Hai Phong expressway (4 km), providing connections to nearby northern provinces. International airports such as Cat Bi (13 km), Noi Bai (130 km), and Van Don (100 km) are also conveniently accessible from the warehouse. Another highlight is the easy access to Hai Phong railway station (15 km), Cai Lan port (49 km), and the capital city of Hanoi (122 km).

GNP Nam Dinh Vu – Strategic location in the Dinh Vu Cat Hai economic zone

Some optimal designs inside the GNP Nam Dinh Vu warehouse:

• Clear height: Minimum 9.5m for the warehouse area & 2.8m for the office area.
• Walls: 1.2m brick walls at the bottom and metal cladding panels above.
• Floor load capacity: 3 tons/m2, reinforced concrete floors with hard powder coating.
• Rolling doors: 3m x 3.5m.
• Minimum rental area: 4,896 m2.

Additionally, GNP Nam Dinh Vu offers many accompanying amenities, including a modern fire protection system, a spacious internal transportation network, and 24/24 electricity and water supply services.

4.2 Ready-built warehouse in Ha Nam – GNP Dong Van 3

GNP Dong Van 3 covers an area of 16 hectares, providing the market with 110,000 square meters of ready-built factories and warehouses for businesses in the fields of mechanics, assembly, electronics, telecommunications, and supporting industries…

The ready-built warehouse GNP Dong Van 3 attracts significant interest from FDI enterprises

The GNP Dong Van 3 warehouse garners the attention of FDI enterprises due to its strategic location with expansive transportation network potential. Situated next to National Highway 1A and near the North-South railway, this warehouse is 40 km from Hanoi, 70 km from Noi Bai Airport, 13 km from Hai Phong Port, and 120 km from Lach Huyen deep-water port. This facilitates convenient transportation and logistics for businesses.

The warehouse design includes an area of 9,100 m2 with:

• 1.2-meter brick walls.
• Floor load capacity of 3 tons/m2, reinforced concrete floors.
• Column spacing of 9 meters (side columns) and 16 meters (center columns).
• The GNP Dong Van 3 warehouse includes a fire protection system, spacious internal transportation system, 24/7 security system, parking areas, and more…

The prioritized industries under the tax policy at Dong Van 3 include mechanics, assembly, automotive, motorcycles, electricity, electronics, telecommunications, information technology, supporting industries, new materials, and other supporting industries. This attracts investment and develops strategic industries, creating favorable conditions for businesses operating in the area.

Conclusion

Ready-built warehouses are an optimal solution for businesses, providing convenience and efficiency in the storage and transportation of goods. With strategic locations and accompanying amenities, these warehouses meet the production and logistic needs of businesses.

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