Dubai’s Sweid & Sweid Expands U.S. Platform with 390,000 Sq. Ft. Battery Manufacturing Facility

Dubai-based real estate development and investment firm Sweid & Sweid has announced the launch of a 390,000-square-foot build-to-suit advanced manufacturing facility in Virginia, USA, for battery separator manufacturer Microporous LLC, marking a significant expansion of its U.S. investment platform.

The project strengthens Sweid & Sweid’s presence in the growing build-to-suit manufacturing sector and builds on its established portfolio of logistics, industrial, and multifamily developments across the United States.

New Global Headquarters for Microporous

The facility will serve as the new global headquarters of Microporous LLC, a leading battery separator manufacturer with a 90-year history of supplying components for both lead-acid and lithium-ion batteries.

The development is expected to support the company’s expansion within the rapidly growing domestic battery supply chain, a sector attracting significant investment as governments and manufacturers seek to localise critical production capabilities and strengthen energy security.

The project underscores the increasing demand for advanced manufacturing facilities that can accommodate specialised industrial operations while supporting the growth of strategic industries such as energy storage and battery production.

Strategic Focus on Build-to-Suit Developments

The transaction reflects Sweid & Sweid’s ongoing strategy of investing in customised real estate solutions that provide operational efficiencies and long-term value for occupiers.

Through its build-to-suit development model, the company has delivered tailored facilities for a range of multinational corporations and Fortune 500 companies, helping businesses establish and expand operations in key markets.

The approach has played a central role in the firm’s international growth strategy and continues to drive opportunities across industrial and commercial real estate sectors.

Confidence in U.S. Manufacturing Growth

Commenting on the project, Maher Sweid, Managing Partner of Sweid & Sweid, highlighted the attractiveness of the U.S. market and the growing demand for specialised manufacturing infrastructure.

“This project represents another step forward in the continued expansion of our U.S. platform. We believe the U.S. market is ripe for investment, and build-to-suit manufacturing facilities offer a compelling opportunity for deploying capital into a growing sector. We look forward to continuing to bring our Dubai-based expertise, approach and work ethic to the U.S. market,” he said.

The investment aligns with broader industry trends as manufacturers increasingly seek purpose-built facilities capable of supporting advanced production processes and evolving supply chain requirements.

Construction Begins with Completion Targeted for 2027

Construction of the facility is scheduled to commence this month and will be undertaken by Alston Construction Company, a prominent U.S. design-build contractor with extensive experience in advanced manufacturing and industrial projects.

The project is expected to be completed in 2027, providing Microporous with a state-of-the-art operational base to support its future growth and innovation objectives.

Building Momentum Across the UAE and U.S.

The Virginia development follows several major milestones achieved by Sweid & Sweid across its international portfolio.

Recent projects include the delivery of RP10, an 825,000-square-foot logistics facility in Southeast Atlanta, the completion of The Nelson multifamily residential development in Austin, Texas, and the forthcoming completion of Sweid One, the company’s flagship Grade A office project in Dubai’s Jumeirah Lakes Towers district.

These developments reflect the firm's continued commitment to identifying high-growth opportunities across multiple real estate sectors and geographic markets.

With demand for advanced manufacturing facilities continuing to rise, the Microporous headquarters project further positions Sweid & Sweid as a key player in the build-to-suit industrial development market while reinforcing its growing footprint in the United States.