LITOS and ARCO/Murray Announce LITOS Laredo, Flagship Industrial Development Marking LITOS’s U.S. Expansion

Laredo, Texas, December 10, 2025 — LITOS, a Mexico City-based industrial real estate developer, has officially entered the United States market with LITOS Laredo, its inaugural U.S. project in partnership with design-build general contractor ARCO/Murray. The development includes two 476,280 SF ground-up, speculative, cross-dock warehouses totaling 952,560 SF. Located within the Pinnacle Industry Center in Laredo, Texas, the project sets a benchmark for modern industrial design and supports the needs of today’s global logistics, manufacturing, and distribution users.

Expanding Across Borders
The launch of LITOS Laredo marks the beginning of LITOS TEXAS, a platform established to expand the company’s development activity across major U.S. logistics hubs, including Central and South Texas, the Dallas–Fort Worth area, and other key trade corridors.

“Entering the U.S. through Laredo is a natural step in our evolution,” said Carlos Smeke, Founder and CEO of LITOS. “This project reflects our long-term commitment to supporting cross-border logistics and delivering modern, sustainable industrial facilities that serve today’s global supply chains.”

Laredo, recently ranked the #1 U.S. international trade port, processes more than $339 billion in annual goods. Its strategic location along I-35 and proximity to the World Trade Bridge and Colombia Solidarity Bridge make it an ideal hub for U.S.–Mexico logistics and nearshoring operations.

Purpose-Built for Performance
LITOS Laredo was engineered to exceed the expectations of a typical warehouse, beginning with its jointless slab design that spans up to 140 by 135 feet. By dramatically reducing the number of control joints, the floor provides smoother transitions between slabs and minimizes vibration or impact for forklifts as they cross joint lines. Armored joints reinforce all construction joints, improving horizontal load transfer and further enhancing seamless movement across the floor.

The facility’s increased slab load capacity of +2,400 psf (12 tons/m²) is more than triple the 700 psf capacity of a typical warehouse of this size. This opens the door for a broader range of tenant uses, from dense product storage to robotics operations and light manufacturing. This structural strength, paired with precision flatness and durability, delivers the reliability required for advanced material handling and automation systems.

Designed for Modern Operational Flexibility
Inside, the layout was designed for efficiency and adaptability. Wide 54-foot structural bays and clear spans of up to 140 feet reduce the number of interior columns, giving tenants freedom to plan layouts around equipment, storage, and workflow. 70-foot speed bays, compared to the market standard of 60 feet, enhance circulation and forklift maneuverability, enabling faster, safer product movement.

The 40-foot clear height allows users to maximize cubic storage and adapt to a range of modern warehousing needs. In contrast to traditional Laredo facilities that were built for simple product-in, product-out operations, LITOS Laredo’s vertical capacity and heavy-duty slab make it well-suited for tenants seeking long-term scalability in high-density storage or automation.

Dock configurations were designed with tenant versatility in mind, featuring 25 percent of its dock positions with hydraulic levelers rated at 40,000 pounds and 75 percent with edge-of-dock levelers. This combination provides both heavy-duty performance and local industry-standard efficient options, depending on operational requirements.

Sustainability and Design Excellence
LITOS Laredo was conceived not only for performance but also for sustainability and visual appeal. The building is targeting LEED Silver certification, reflecting a commitment to energy efficiency, environmental stewardship, and reduced life-cycle costs.

A 3,000-square-foot spec office space will be delivered ready for occupancy, allowing immediate tenant fit-out upon completion. The facility also features an architectural entry with generous glazing and a modern design aesthetic that elevates Laredo’s industrial landscape’s visual identity.

“This project showcases how thoughtful design and advanced engineering can reshape expectations for industrial development in South Texas,” said Hector Marquez, Project Manager at ARCO/Murray. “Every aspect of LITOS Laredo was crafted to provide operational flexibility, efficiency, and lasting value for tenants.”

Strategic Investment in the Region’s Future
The project benefits from tax incentives offered by the City of Laredo for tenants that create permanent jobs, reinforcing its alignment with the city’s economic development goals. Situated in one of the country’s most active trade corridors, LITOS Laredo is positioned to support long-term regional growth and employment.

Following its debut in Laredo, LITOS plans to expand its U.S. footprint through new ground-up developments and partnerships in key logistics and manufacturing markets, building on more than two decades of success across Mexico.

“Laredo is just the beginning,” added Smeke. “Our vision is to bridge the strength of Mexican industrial innovation with the scale and opportunity of the U.S. market.”

The land acquisition for LITOS Laredo was led by Carlos M. Cain of Marcus & Millichap, whose expertise in U.S.–Mexico investments and his advisory role to LITOS were key in structuring and securing the Pinnacle Industry Center site.

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About LITOS
Founded in Mexico City, LITOS is an institutional-grade developer focused on industrial parks, logistics facilities, and distribution infrastructure. The company’s portfolio spans the Mexico City, Monterrey, and Querétaro regions, and now includes its first U.S. development in Laredo, Texas. LITOS is known for its sustainable approach, quality design, and long-term partnerships with global manufacturing and logistics clients. Visit www.LITOS.com.mx for more information.

About ARCO/Murray
ARCO/Murray is a nationally recognized design-build general contractor specializing in commercial and industrial construction for Fortune 500 companies and growing businesses alike. With more than 6,000 projects completed nationwide and $5.5 billion in annual revenue, we bring unmatched experience and industry leadership to every project. ENR recently ranked ARCO/Murray the #1 Industrial Warehouse/Distribution builder in the U.S.

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