Hillwood Starts Construction on 1.2M-SF Spec Industrial Project in Fort Worth

• Hillwood has begun construction on Alliance Westport 16, a 1.21 million-square-foot speculative industrial facility in Fort Worth.
• The Class-A development is located within the Alliance Logistics District and is scheduled for completion in July 2027.
• The project will feature direct connectivity to BNSF’s Alliance Intermodal Facility through a private bridge currently under construction.
• Alliance Westport 16 is designed to support large-scale logistics, distribution, and advanced manufacturing users.

What Hillwood Is Building in AllianceTexas

Hillwood is expanding its industrial footprint in North Texas with the development of Alliance Westport 16, a 1,214,969-square-foot speculative industrial building in Fort Worth. The project is part of the company’s larger AllianceTexas development, a 27,000-acre master-planned community that has become one of the nation’s most important logistics and industrial hubs. Construction is already underway, and the facility is expected to be completed in July 2027. The project further adds to Hillwood’s growing industrial pipeline across AllianceTexas, where approximately 8.2 million square feet of industrial space is either under construction or in the planning stages.

What Makes the Location Important for Distribution Operations

Alliance Westport 16 will be positioned within the Alliance Logistics District, giving future tenants access to one of the country’s premier multimodal transportation networks. The district is anchored by BNSF Railway’s Alliance Intermodal Facility and offers seamless connectivity between rail, highway, and air transportation systems. A major feature of the project is a private bridge currently being built to connect the site directly to the intermodal facility. Expected to be completed in early 2027, the bridge will help streamline cargo movement and reduce transportation times between warehouse and rail operations. The development is also being planned with future logistics technologies in mind, including infrastructure that can support autonomous and semi-autonomous vehicle operations.

What the Facility Includes for Future Tenants

Located on Mobility Way in Fort Worth, Alliance Westport 16 is being designed to meet the needs of large-scale logistics, e-commerce, and advanced manufacturing users. The building will feature 40-foot clear heights, a 620-foot building depth, and 60-foot loading bays, allowing for efficient storage and distribution operations. The facility will include 190-foot truck courts and 276 trailer parking spaces, with the ability to expand parking capacity to as many as 504 spaces. Power infrastructure will provide 3,000 amps of service, while the building’s design allows for a potential tri-load configuration to accommodate a variety of tenant requirements. These specifications reflect the increasing demand for modern industrial facilities capable of supporting high-volume distribution and supply chain operations.

What Transportation Infrastructure Supports the Project

One of the development’s biggest advantages is its proximity to several major transportation assets throughout North Texas. Future occupants will have direct access to Perot Field Fort Worth Alliance Airport and BNSF’s Alliance Intermodal Facility, along with connections to the FedEx Ground Hub, two UPS Ground Sort Hubs, the FedEx Express Southwest Regional Air Hub, and the Amazon Air Regional Hub. This concentration of logistics infrastructure continues to make AllianceTexas one of the most attractive industrial locations in the country for companies seeking efficient national and international distribution capabilities.

What Economic Incentives Are Available

Alliance Westport 16 also benefits from several economic development advantages. The project is located in Denton County, which offers a relatively low tax environment compared to many competing industrial markets. Companies operating within the development can take advantage of the Triple Freeport Inventory Tax Exemption and Foreign Trade Zone status through Alliance FTZ #196. The site also provides access to U.S. Customs and Border Protection services and a Centralized Examination Station, helping facilitate international trade operations. In addition, Hillwood offers workforce development resources that connect employers with regional educational institutions, training programs, and workforce organizations throughout North Texas. These partnerships are designed to help tenants recruit, train, and retain employees as operations expand.

What This Means for the North Texas Industrial Market

The launch of Alliance Westport 16 highlights the continued strength of the North Texas industrial sector, particularly for facilities exceeding one million square feet. Demand for strategically located distribution centers remains strong as companies seek modern buildings with access to transportation infrastructure and labor resources. By continuing to deliver large speculative projects, Hillwood is positioning AllianceTexas to capture future tenant demand while reinforcing Fort Worth’s role as one of the nation’s leading industrial and logistics markets. The project was designed by GSR Andrade Architects, with civil engineering services provided by Westwood. Hillwood Construction Services serves as the general contractor, and financing was provided by Fifth Third Bank.