Inmologística 2026: keys to facing a decisive year
The year 2026 is shaping up to be a decisive one for the logistics sector in Spain. Factors such as the digitalization of the supply chain, regulatory pressure on sustainability and the evolution of e-commerce are accelerating a structural transformation in the market.
In this environment, operators, developers and investors must anticipate a new balance between operational efficiency, environmental responsibility and adaptability. The configuration of logistics spaces is moving away from rigid models to focus on more sustainable, versatile and strategically located assets.
The sector’s performance in 2026 will be marked by three key factors: the central role of energy efficiency, the growing need for flexibility in the design and operation of spaces, and the availability of land in well-connected locations.
Energy efficiency as a competitive standard
Sustainability is no longer a competitive advantage, but rather a structural requirement in the development and management of logistics assets. European regulatory pressure, coupled with growing corporate commitment, has placed energy efficiency at the centre of investment and operational decisions.
In this context, new logistics developments incorporate active and passive solutions aimed at reducing energy consumption: high-performance thermal insulation, intelligent lighting and air conditioning systems, integration of photovoltaic solar energy and efficient water management strategies. At the same time, obtaining certifications such as BREEAM or LEED has become an increasingly relevant criterion for both developers and end users.
Cases such as G-Park Getafe,, the first logistics building in Spain with BREEAM Exceptional certification and a score of 89.10%, demonstrate how sustainability and operational performance can converge in the same asset.
As ESG standards become established as a benchmark, energy efficiency will be one of the main variables determining the viability and long-term value of logistics platforms in 2026.
Operational flexibility: from modular design to functional adaptability
Adaptability has become an essential criterion for the development and management of logistics platforms. In the face of a changing environment—marked by volatility in demand, fragmentation of the distribution channel and economic uncertainty—the flexibility of spaces is positioned as an operational and strategic response.
This flexibility manifests itself in multiple dimensions: from the modular design of warehouses, which allows them to be adapted to different sizes of operation, to the integration of technical solutions that facilitate changes in layout without compromising efficiency. Features such as clear heights of more than 11 metres or facilities with capacity for different logistics flows are increasingly in demand by operators seeking to scale or diversify their activity.
Flexibility also means anticipating future regulatory or technological requirements. New-generation developments are designed to accommodate specialised equipment, automation, urban distribution and electric fleet transport.
In 2026, this adaptability will be key to maximising the useful life of assets and ensuring their profitability in different market scenarios.
Location as a competitive advantage
The availability of logistics land in strategic locations is consolidating as one of the most decisive factors for the sector’s performance in 2026. Growing pressure on industrial land, especially in metropolitan areas, has intensified competition between operators and developers to secure well-connected plots with direct access to major transport routes and close to consumer centres.
This situation has reinforced the value of assets located in established logistics corridors and has driven denser and more efficient development models. At the same time, local authorities are taking a more active stance in planning and reserving land for logistics uses, aware of the economic and social impact of the sector.
Locations such as G-Park Getafe, Villaverde (Madrid), Illescas (Toledo) and the Corredor del Henares corridor are proving their ability to attract investment due to their strategic position and improved infrastructure. In these enclaves, projects such as OAXIS GLP Park Madrid, 9 km from Puerta del Sol, with direct access from the M-40 ring road and direct connections to the M-40, A-42 and A-4, illustrate the growing importance of combining location, connectivity and expansion capacity in a single development.
The performance of the logistics real estate sector in 2026 will be marked by its ability to adapt to an increasingly demanding environment. Energy efficiency, operational flexibility and the availability of strategic land are no longer emerging trends, but structural factors that will determine the competitiveness of logistics assets in the medium and long term.
In this new scenario, anticipation and planning will be key. Developers, operators and investors will need to align their strategies with these three axes to ensure the resilience and profitability of their developments, as well as to respond to the demands of a rapidly evolving market.
In this context, companies such as GLP are leading the transformation of the sector through projects that integrate sustainability, innovation and long-term vision. Their developments in strategic locations such as Getafe, Illescas and Villaverde consolidate a commitment to modern, responsible logistics that is prepared to face the challenges of 2026 and beyond.