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Industrial Parks Costa Rica-Central America
Industrial Parks Costa Rica-Central America
Industrial Parks
Department of Research
CINDE
November, 2012
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Table of Contents
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November 2012. This document its a compilation of information of some industrial parks in Costa Rica.
All the parks included in this document have fulfilled the eligibility and competence requirements
established by CINDE. Any contractual relation established between a client and any of the parks within
this document is the responsibility of both parties and not CINDEs. Therefore, CINDE accepts no liability
nor does it give any guarantee on the matter. For further information please write us to invest@cinde.org
I. Industrial Parks
1. Manufacturing Parks
Coyol Free Zone, the largest and the most modern high-tech business park in Central America,
is located in the province of Alajuela, Costa Rica just 4.5 miles west of the SJO International
Airport. This state-of-the-art park is spread over 107 hectares (246 acres) of prime real estate
and already boasts 400,000 m2 (4, 305,000 ft2) of world-class facilities.
Location:
The location of Coyol FZ is at the west side of the Great Metropolitan Area, close to the
International Airport and two main highways, which offers easy access to over 900,000
inhabitants.
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Infrastructure:
The sections were designed as a Business Park to support the needs of services companies
and a High Tech Park for international manufacturing operations, the buildings respond to the
infrastructure and technical requirements of each client and the Park offers many options to
grow.
The architectural designs of the buildings and the profile of the tenants, create an environment
that is appropriate for the operation of international manufacturing and service companies.
Besides a distinguished and contemporary architectonic design, the Park enjoys nice gardens, a
superb view and an ample parking area.
Park Utilities:
Mechanical systems.
Landscaping.
Highway.
Contact Information:
http://www.coyolfz.com/
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Location:
The park is located in the heart of the countrys technological corridor; it offers excellent water
supply, electricity, telephone lines, a large amount of bilingual human resource in the area and
access to the main roads, highways and public transportation.
MFZ is located in Heredia, close to the cities of San Jos, the Capital City, and Alajuela; within
the Greater Metropolitan Area, where the majority of the countrys population lives.
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Infrastructure:
Buildings are built with the MEGABOX concept and are surrounded by gardens.
Services:
Energy
Redundant electricity from the BELEN - INTEL substation (the best in the country) with
support system from the Heredia station.
Contact Information:
E-mail: palvarado@metrofz.com
www.metrofz.com
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1.3 Propark
Location:
Coyol, Alajuela.
Controlled access.
Public transportation.
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ZETA Industrial Parks belongs to ZETA GROUP Holding, a private organization specialized in
international real estate investments and real estate development, with over 50 years of
experience in industrial warehousing both in Europe and Latin America.
One location of Zeta Group is Zeta Free Zone Cartago. Founded in 1985, it is the oldest private
Industrial Park and Free Zone of Costa Rica. Consists of 45 hectares; houses over 40
companies, among the most innovative and dynamic of the region; over 9,000 people work in
the parks companies. The first phase has been completed and the new phase named Techno
Park because of its mid-high tech vocation is currently under development. The park is
located 40 KM from the Juan Santamaria International Airport, on the Pan-American Highway.
Another location of Zeta Group is Zeta Free Zone Alajuela. Built in 1990, this is ZETAs newest
park in Costa Rica. Consists of 15 hectares, of which the first phase consisting of one third has
been developed and completed, and the second phase of 10 hectares is currently being
developed. This park is located only 3 Km away from the International Airport in Alajuela.
Services:
Tenants:
Contact Information:
Edgar Gonzlez
Phone: (506) 2224-3333 Ext. 158 / Cel: (506) 8810-3659
E-mail: egonzalez@zetaonline.com
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2. Services Parks
America Free Zone started in February 1999. It is strategically located on the well-known
technological hall of Costa Rica. AFZ has an area of 30 hectares.
America Free Zone works under the mission of giving the best service under international
quality standards in accordance to environment protection, providing added value to your
activity in benefit of the development of Costa Rica.
-Avionyx -Motif
Location:
America Free Zone has many advantages, among them, its location, since it is right next to the
General Caas Highway (Pan-American). This location allows you to be only 10 minutes away
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from the Juan Santamaria International Airport and at less than 100 miles from the Atlantic and
Pacific ports.
AFZ is located between three main provinces, San Jos, the capital city, Heredia and Alajuela,
where the majority of total population of C.R lives.
Hotel facilities are nearby. Marriott, Melia Cariari, and Plaza Ramada Herradura Hotels are
located at less than 2 miles from the industrial zone.
Infrastructure:
Contact Information:
Fax: (506)2239-4445
E-mail: maria@americafreezone.com
www.americafreezone.com
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Offices: It has more than 13,000 m2 of office area located on the upper floors of the Avenue,
with the latest technology and safety, with surface and underground parking.
Trade and entertainment: 30,000 m2 will be allocated to retail trade, the convenience of nearby
hotels (Residence Inn by Marriott and a boutique hotel), restaurants, the first IMAX screen in
Costa Rica and 6 modern cinemas. In addition to theater and fitness center, hospital and
medical services at a walking distance from the office or residence make Escaz Avenue a
unique and convenient space for executives today.
Contact information:
E-mail: scasas@pinmsa.com
www.pinmsa.com
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2.3 Cedral
The Corporate Center is designed for
renowned companies with a
prestigious image. This project meets
the most stringent quality standards
in construction, with an attractive
contemporary architecture that
blends in a forest called El Cedral.
Features:
Environmental Responsibility
District Cooling System (Central District cooling ice bank).
The air conditioning is dual at Cedral (Water Ice Frost & Banks), allows the use of energy
efficiently which reduces operating cost, causes less impact on the environment and provides
continuity in case of power failure.
The air conditioning is usually the biggest consumer during peak hours, it can represent up to
60% of electricity consumption in the hours an office center has the highest costs of electricity.
Cedral consumes the most energy during the night, in which power generation is based on
renewable energy.
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The contribution to the environment by not consuming energy from fossil fuels is condensed into
the following results:
-20-30% reduction in the amount of thermal energy plants must consume to supply the building.
Saving Electricity:
The system reduces the electricity consumption in peak periods in which the composition of
electricity generation has a high percentage of non-renewable sources (fossil fuels).
The ice shelves allow the transfer of the electricity consumption of air-conditioning system of the
evening peak period. This reduces operating costs.
If the power fails, the system operates normally with the cold storage of ice shelves.
Storage:
Cedral Corporate Center, takes its name from the set of Cedros that exist in the property which
makes this project. All these trees were kept as a way to preserve the endemic species.
Contact information:
E-mail: scasas@pinmsa.com
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2.4 Forum 1
Project by Gnesis Desarrolladores
Location:
Security:
Fire protection cabinets in every floor, equipped with fire hoses and
extinguishers, hydrants.
Description:
Structural System
The foundations of the building are a combination of strip footings and single
footings kept together through a tie beam. These foundations are based on a
layer of solid ground.
All the floors in the building include a full set of bathrooms for men and women.
Mechanical Systems
Sewage disposal system with its own ventilation system. PVC piping.
Drinking water system. Includes PVC pipes, reservoir tank, and hydro-pneumatic
system.
Rainwater disposal system.
Air extraction system.
Electrical System
Includes pipes and wiring to secondary distribution boards. Internal wiring is the
responsibility of the tenant.
Power Plant
The system comprises an automatic transfer power plant. The plant feeds all
lamps, wall plugs, air conditioning, elevators and water pumps.
Phone System
Includes pipes and wiring to secondary distribution boards. Internal wiring is the
responsibility of the tenant.
Base Building
Suspended ceilings.
Carpet and ceramic flooring.
Lighting.
Split-type air conditioning system (as currently structured) designed for standard
office load.
Current distribution of rooms and offices.
Bathrooms in common areas.
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Contact Information:
Email gcalvo@genesiscostarica.com
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2.5 Forum 2
Project by Genesis Desarrolladores
Availability for lease: Buildings NM; five-story buildings each, connected through a common
lobby, plus two underground parking levels, that together will provide 10,000 m2 of rentable
area. Available Gray-Shell by end November 2011 and turnkey by end January 2012.
We have available for lease Buildings N & M; five-story buildings each, connected through a
common lobby, plus two underground parking levels, that together will provide 10,000 m2 of
rentable area.
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Key Facts:
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Power generator with 24 hours capacity for common and private areas.
Closed circuit cameras in common areas; centralized monitoring system for
security and administration of services, sprinklers and fire alarm in all offices.
Office park specialized in 24/7 service operations (Back-office, Front-office and
Shared Services).
Some of our prestigious Tenants are Western Union, Procter & Gamble GBS,
Oracle, Chiquita, Walmart and Amway.
Contact Information:
E-mail: gcalvo@genesiscostarica.com
www.forum2.cr
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Infrastructure:
Three access roads for smooth traffic flow.
Drinking water provided by a well on the property.
Waste water treatment plant.
635 outdoor y 146 underground parking slots.
Pleasant central plaza with landscaping.
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Security:
24/7 surveillance.
Closed perimeter.
Controlled vehicle Access.
Closed circuit television (CCTV) for common areas.
Access to underground parking lots controlled by magnetic card.
Fire detection and suppression in common areas.
Independent 100% back-up power source for each building.
Technology:
Four elevators with an intelligent early call system to optimize target
speed.
Telecommunications room on each floor.
ICE telecommunications room.
Room for alternative telecommunications suppliers.
Optical fiber.
Project Description:
Background
The first stage of TERRA CAMPUS CORPORATIVO comprises the construction of the first five-
floor building plus a basement, the west and south entrances, the pedestrian plaza and the main
infrastructure elements including wastewater treatment plant, water well, water filtering and
purification system, electrical, telecommunications, and irrigation systems, potable water supply,
and roads and parking associated with the first building. The building will be accessible by the
north side, so that construction of Stage II will not have any significant impact on the operation
of Stage I.
Internal Layout
The first level of the building will have a central core consisting of a lobby - where you can
control access to other levels, a front-desk area, main staircase, four smart elevators,
restrooms, a telecommunications room, an electrical room, a mechanical room and a
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housekeeping room with access to waste ducts. Levels 2 to 5 will have a similar core, except
that these will not have a specifically designed front-desk area.
Structural System
The building's structural system consists of reinforced concrete frames inside the offices and
reinforced concrete walls at the perimeter wall and the core. The concrete used has strength of
210 kg/cm2 to 280 kg/cm2, depending on structural elements and reinforcing steel is 2,800
kg/cm2.
The structural design is totally earthquake-proof and meets all national and international
standards such as ASTM (American Society for Testing and Materials), ACI (American
Concrete Institute), and CSCR (Costa Rican Seisms Code).
The building foundations are made of a combination of insulated panels tied together by binding
beams. These foundations are based on a layer of firm ground, identified through detailed
studies performed by a firm specializing in this field.
The exterior walls of the building will be made of masonry, reinforced concrete, or light durock or
similar panel in the first level and light durock or similar panel at the following levels where no
shear walls exist, all of them finished with fine plaster and three coats of paint or color stucco.
Roof Structure
The roof structure is based on metal frames covered with two coats of anticorrosive paint and
two coats of enamel. This structure meets all national and international standards such as
ASTM, AISC (American Institute of Steel Construction) and CSCR.
The roof cover is a prefabricated sandwich-type panel sheet with heat insulation comprising a
HG # 26 sheet plus 30mm-thick expanded polyurethane insulation and a HG # 26 sheet at the
bottom.
The roof also includes a concrete slab to locate air conditioning and ventilation equipment, as
well as antennas. This slab is coated with waterproofing asphalt.
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Outside Windows
The hallways and common areas of interior corridors will be delivered completely finished with
the following finishes:
60 x 60 porcelain floor.
Mineral fiber suspended ceilings for corridors and Sheetrock Regular gypsum
with two coats of paint for the elevator lobby.
Walls (only applies to lobbies on each floor): Finished in fine plaster with sealer
and three coats of paint or color stucco.
Front-desk counter with granite top.
Restrooms
Each level of the building includes finished restrooms for men and women. Fully in line with the
Building Code, these comprise (for levels 1 through 5):
The building's electrical system is fully backed by an automatic transfer power plant. The plant
feeds all the lights, outlets, elevators, water pumps, air injection and exhaust system and air
conditioning system in line with consumption estimated by each facilitys developer.
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In common areas the condo has a complete fire system which includes water storage tank, fire
pump, Jockey pump, metal pipes, fire cabinets on every floor with hoses, sprinkler system, fire
extinguishers and fire hydrants, in accordance with NFPA standards.
Elevators
The building will have four elevators with capacity for 13 passengers each. In order to optimize
the speed a smart passenger assignment system will be used based on the floor passengers
want to reach. Only two elevators will reach the basement.
Internal Finishes
Shell and core structure of internal divisions with welded wire mesh. Tenants will install
insulation and sheets on the structure to complete divisions between facilities.
Structural concrete walls will be plastered and sealed.
Columns will be plastered.
Beams will not be plastered as they are not expected to be visible after internal
renovations carried out by tenants.
Facilities will be delivered with windows toward the external facade of the
building.
No internal windows, glass doors, or internal walls of facilities to common areas
are included. These must be built by tenants as provided in the remodeling code.
The depth of beam height will be 2.80 m. The height between two mezzanines
will be 3.80 to 4.00m, allowing taking advantage of this free space between
joists.
Tenants should consider in their internal designs placing their electromechanical
systems under the beam. They will be able to use the conduits on the beams,
where these exist.
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Air Conditioning
A direct expansion air conditioning system will be used, (with optional capacity for 5, 6, 7.5, 10
and 12 tons, in line with developer design). Generally speaking, the system is designed for a
145 W/m2 (46 Btuh / ft2) load.
At each facility, provision will be made for future connections to the buildings air conditioning
system. Tenants are responsible for purchasing and installing copper piping, ductwork, and
grilles inside each facility.
An independent air conditioning system can be installed to support the offices board and
telecommunications rooms. The location of the condensing unit must be previously approved by
the developer as a part of the approval process for internal renovations. Tenants are
responsible for connecting air conditioning drains. Air conditioning condenser drains must drain
to drain downspouts, not to rain or sewage downspouts.
Electrical System
Provision for an emergency circuit to provide backup emergency power will be made in each
facility. The maximum load of the emergency circuit will depend on the facilitys area. Each
facility will have a single load center with an electrical connection with a 2-meter line. Each load
center includes a switch with amperage determined by the size of the facility. Tenants will be
responsible for amendments to increase the electrical connection.
Mechanical Systems
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Telephone Facilities
Provisions for future connections for signals and telecommunications will be made as far as
each buildings communications room. Tenants are responsible for the wiring from the
telecommunications room to the internal frame in each facility.
Contact Information:
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2.7 Ultrapark
ULTRAPARK is one of the most modern free zones in Costa Rica targeting and attracting
predominantly science, information services, and technology companies. It's architecturally
designed buildings feature top-quality construction materials and methods.
ULTRAPARK is proud to host such distinguished companies as, Amazon, Experian, IBM,
Roche Pharmaceutical Services, Intel, L-3 Communications, Hewlett Packard, Thomson
Reuters, National Instruments, among others.
Infrastructure:
ULTRAPARK'S buildings and infrastructure are of the highest caliber. It's architecturally
designed buildings feature top-quality construction materials and methods. ULTRAPARK's
buildings meet and exceed U.S. standards and features.
Contact Information:
Paul Ziegler
Phone: (506)2293-3333
www.ultrapark.com
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3.1 Solarium
SOLARIUM is the first real estate project
located out of the GMA (Great
Metropolitan Area) with immediate
availability. Its strategic location, outside
of the GAMA, will allow the future
companies that decide to install their
enterprise activities there, to maximize the
incentives that the new Law of Free Trade
Zones offers and to take advantage of
these incentives by terms more extensive
than the ones offered by other
developments located within the GAMA.
Solarium has various commercial and residential uses intended to generate a self-sufficient
economy, creating resources that will greatly benefit the area and rest of the country.
Location:
SOLARIUM is located in Guanacaste, just in front of Daniel Oduber Quirs International Airport,
granting to the future companies a comparative and unique advantage. In addition Solarium is
only 12 km from the center of Liberia, and 32 km from Peninsula de Papagayo.
Costa Rica is known as one of the most visited international destinations. Among its main
attractions for tourism and investment stand to be holding the 6% of global biodiversity and have
more than 25% of its land protected, advanced academic level and English proficiency, social
and economic stability and a high standard of quality services.
On the other hand, Guanacaste, to the northwest of the country, is the province with greater
dynamism in the national economy thanks to the real estate and tourist height of the last years.
Infrastructure:
Solarium has 1.000.000 m2 of land and owns the necessary infrastructure for the development
of companies, with industrial ships and offices for immediate occupation.
1. Solarium Logistic Center: Covers total areas of 1,070,000 ft2, of which 374,500 ft2 are
intended for warehousing and commercial purposes. There are 6 types of warehouses with
different sizes to meet the needs of each of the companies that choose Solarium as their
regional home.
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2. Solarium Corporate Center: Solariums vision of the Corporate Center includes open spaces
in contact with their natural surroundings. The project is designed to have easy access to
Internet, fiber optics and other technologies; it also features security and parking facilities.
Block 14 - Office complex in construction: It is the first of several novel office complexes with
edge technology. Located in front of a park of 45,000 m2 and near the Hilton Hotel Garden Inn
Liberia Airport.
3. Solarium Village: Was thought and planned as an independent city in which a mix of uses
come together: residential, commercial, hotel, offices, recreation and entertainment; physically
integrated in a pedestrian scale designed city. It was strategically designed to ensure that this
convergence of uses work in total synergy. The first level is focused on providing commercial
space, whereas the second level is focused on office space and apartments. Every block has its
own unique design, and commercial and living areas will be easy differentiated as a result of
meticulous architectural planning.
4. Hotel Hilton Garden Inn: A business class hotel with all the facilities and necessary comforts.
It has a total of 169 rooms equipped to attend their guests. The hotel also offers electronic
systems, wireless connection to Internet, business center open 24 hours a day, restaurant, bar,
gym, swimming pools, maintenances and service areas.
Social Commitment:
Solarium will generate services that are fundamental to support the development of the zone, in
harmony with nature. This development opens doors to the communities of the zone, with an
inclusive concept, that will allow exporting a safe style of life, with consciousness both
environmentally and socially.
Contact information:
Monica Araya
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Puntarenas free zone was built in 1992 with an area of more than 33 hectares, currently only
developed the 15% of the park, with an 85% being readily available for new projects.
The strategically location provides access to an abundance of qualified labor, more than 30.000
people living within a short distance.
Nearby is the branch of the National Training Institute INA, offering government subsidized
training programs, so operators can begin training while the factory is under construction.
Location:
Puntarenas Free Zone is located out of the Gama (Metropolitan area), in Santa Rosa de
Barranca, in the province of Puntarenas. Only 80 km (50 miles) away from down town San Jos
and 11 km (6.8 miles) from the Caldera Port, main port in the Pacific side of Costa Rica.
Infrastructure:
Buildings actually have excellent infrastructure creating a convenient environment, for all type of
operations, surrounded by pleasant green areas.
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Offices with:
Besides we offer:
Three phase power system. Direct line access to the Barranca substation.
(45 MVA capacity)
First class telecommunication system covers with optic fiber grid, and high speed data
transmission.
Abundant drinking and industrial water supply
Sewerage system connections
Water treatment plant.
Regular and mobile lines available.
Banking services
Medical Clinic
Security 24/7
Garbage collection
We also have a bounded warehouse inside the free zone offering warehousing and logistic
services.
Contact Information:
E-mail: rcanet@gruposaret.com
www.gruposaret.com
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Zona Franca del Atlntico is committed to invest in building an Industrial, Commercial, and
Logistic Park on 10 hectares of land strategically located in the province of Limon.
The Park consists of condo lots and buildings to be developed in stages and will be under the
Regimen Mixto de Zona Franca.
The park will house industrial and commercial buildings as detailed below:
1. Street Mall
2. Office Buildings
3. Office/warehouse (200-350 m2)
4. Industrial Warehouses (350 m2 and
above)
5. Logistics Services
a. Cold Storage Warehouse
b. Dry Storage Warehouse
c. Transportation
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Location:
Zona Franca del Atlntico is located twelve kilometers from the Terminal Port of Limon and ten
kilometers from the Moin port terminal. It will be approximately two kilometers from the new
container terminal to be constructed by APM in 2014.
Advantages:
Companies that install their operations in free zones outside Costa Ricas GMA obtain a 100%
tax exemption on profits for a period of 12 years, with an extension to 50 % tax exemption
benefit for another 6 years after.
Infrastructure:
For the climatic and geographic conditions of the area, buildings are designed and built to the
highest quality materials. Thereby complying with the standards of architectural design and
construction features and global environment-friendly.
We have:
1. Streets
2. Roofed crosswalks
3. Parking
4. Green areas
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Services:
Contact Information;
Broderick Rees
Email: brees@zonafrancadelatlantico.com
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II. Annexes
1. Parks' Map
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