Romania emerges as a key player in Europe's industrial and logistics landscape

Romania is gaining visibility on the European map for industrial and logistics investments, with 36 counties categorized among the most attractive regions for such activities. This places Romania alongside Poland, Spain, and France, highlighting its potential in the competitive European market.

As of early 2026, Romania boasts over 8 million square meters of modern industrial and logistics spaces. Notably, nearly 3.9 million square meters of this space is located in the capital, Bucharest, which is currently witnessing the construction of 195,000 square meters of additional industrial space.

Nationally, about 450,000 square meters of industrial spaces are under construction, reflecting a robust demand that reached nearly 1 million square meters rented in 2025. This demand has doubled compared to 2024, with production activities accounting for at least 20% of the annual rented space and over a third of rental demand in the 2023-2024 period.

Romania's industrial landscape is characterized by a low vacancy rate of around 5%, with prime rents for modern industrial spaces ranging from 4.5 to 5 euros per square meter per month. Investment yields for prime projects are estimated at about 7.75%, demonstrating a promising return for investors.

Consultants from Colliers project that Romania could reach a stock of 10 to 12 million square meters of modern industrial and logistics spaces by the end of the decade. The current regional stock of modern industrial spaces is approaching 70 million square meters, with Romania holding a significant share in the Central and Eastern European (ECE) market.

While Romania is the third largest market in the ECE-14 region, trailing only Poland and the Czech Republic, it still has a considerable gap to close compared to its more developed neighbors. The current regional aid map, valid until the end of 2027, presents opportunities for further growth.

As the demand for energy-efficient and modern buildings increases, the emphasis on ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) criteria in leasing and investment processes becomes more pronounced. These trends signal a positive trajectory for Romania’s industrial and logistics sectors, which are set to play a pivotal role in the country’s economic growth as it continues to evolve on the European stage.