Lovett Industrial Breaks Ground on Hermitage Logistics Hub, Expanding Its Nashville Footprint
Lovett Industrial, a Houston-based real estate investment and development firm known for its strategic expansion across key U.S. logistics markets, has officially broken ground on the Hermitage Logistics Hub—a new Class A industrial project set to redefine modern distribution space in the Eastern Nashville submarket. Located on a 52.64-acre site in Hermitage, Tennessee, the development represents Lovett Industrial’s second major industrial venture within the Nashville metropolitan area, further demonstrating the company’s confidence in the region’s robust industrial and logistics potential.
A New Benchmark for Industrial Design and Functionality
The Hermitage Logistics Hub is designed as a 213,840-square-foot rear-load facility that will cater to modern industrial users seeking advanced infrastructure, proximity to major transport routes, and efficient operational layouts. The facility’s design emphasizes flexibility, durability, and sustainability—key features that align with the evolving needs of e-commerce, logistics, and manufacturing tenants.
The rear-load building will feature a depth of 220 feet and a clear height of 36 feet, providing ample vertical storage space and operational efficiency. The structure will be equipped with 55 dock-high doors to accommodate high-volume loading and unloading operations, as well as two drive-in doors with ramps for enhanced accessibility. To support heavy-duty logistics operations, the site design includes a 185-foot truck court, 186 car parking spaces, and dedicated trailer storage areas to ensure seamless vehicle flow and maximize site functionality.
Lovett Industrial has emphasized that the project’s specifications have been guided by tenant feedback and market research, ensuring that the building meets the expectations of today’s logistics and supply chain operators who prioritize speed, accessibility, and workforce convenience. The Hermitage Logistics Hub is scheduled for completion in the fourth quarter of 2026.
Strategic Location and Connectivity
Situated along Central Pike in Hermitage, the property boasts immediate access to Highway 70 and Interstate 40, placing it within minutes of the Nashville International Airport (BNA) and key population centers across the region. This connectivity makes the Hermitage Logistics Hub an ideal last-mile logistics location for companies serving both Eastern Nashville and the broader Middle Tennessee region.
The Hermitage area, part of the rapidly expanding Nashville metropolitan region, offers a combination of infrastructure, workforce availability, and business-friendly conditions that have made it a hotspot for industrial investment. The Nashville MSA is now home to over 2 million residents, many of whom are employed in the logistics, manufacturing, and transportation sectors—industries that continue to drive regional economic growth.
With the area’s infrastructure improvements and expanding labor market, Lovett Industrial’s latest development aims to meet the ongoing demand for high-quality, well-located industrial space in one of the most dynamic regions of the southeastern United States.
Meeting Growing Market Demand
Over the past several years, Nashville’s industrial real estate market has seen significant tenant activity driven by e-commerce expansion, population growth, and regional distribution needs. However, the market continues to face a limited supply of Class A industrial facilities, particularly within infill submarkets like Hermitage.
This shortage has created high barriers to entry for new developments, making Lovett Industrial’s project particularly well-timed. The Hermitage Logistics Hub will address this demand by providing modern, flexible space designed for logistics, manufacturing, and distribution tenants seeking strategic proximity to both urban and regional markets.
“With the fundamentals remaining strong and the continued growth of the region, as well as its strategic location to serve the larger Southeast population, we see Nashville as a market where tenant demand will continue to outpace supply,” said Ben Swift, East Region Market Leader at Lovett Industrial. “We are excited to have another project in this market and look forward to continuing to expand our presence in Nashville.”
Lovett Industrial’s development philosophy is centered around creating best-in-class infill industrial properties that combine superior design, strategic site selection, and long-term operational value. The Hermitage Logistics Hub embodies this approach, offering both large-scale and mid-sized tenants the flexibility to configure the space to their specific operational needs.
A Growing Presence in Nashville’s Industrial Market
This new development marks Lovett Industrial’s second major industrial project in the Nashville market, underscoring its growing commitment to the region. Nashville’s strategic location—within a day’s drive of over half the U.S. population—has made it a preferred hub for logistics and distribution companies, while its thriving business environment continues to attract both national and regional developers.
Lovett Industrial’s first project in the area helped establish its footprint and relationships within the Nashville market, and the Hermitage development builds on that momentum. The firm’s ability to identify high-potential sites and execute developments that align with market demand has made it one of the most active private developers in the industrial real estate sector.
The company’s expansion into Nashville complements its broader portfolio across the southeastern U.S., where it has been actively developing large-scale logistics facilities in markets such as Atlanta, Charlotte, and Orlando. Each project is strategically located to capitalize on regional infrastructure, workforce strengths, and logistics networks.
Partnerships Driving Success
Marketing and leasing efforts for the Hermitage Logistics Hub will be exclusively handled by Stream Realty Partners, one of the nation’s leading full-service real estate services and investment firms. The leasing team—Griffin Farriss, Bradley Worthington, and Andrew Fletcher—will lead efforts to attract tenants to the new development. Stream Realty’s extensive experience in the industrial sector and deep knowledge of the Nashville market position them well to ensure the success of the project.
The collaboration between Lovett Industrial and Stream Realty underscores a shared commitment to delivering high-quality, strategically located industrial assets that support the operational needs of logistics and distribution tenants.
A Broader Vision for Sustainable and Strategic Growth
Beyond the Hermitage project, Lovett Industrial continues to focus on developing sustainable, high-performing industrial properties that support evolving supply chain demands. The firm prioritizes environmentally responsible design, energy efficiency, and long-term community integration, ensuring that its developments not only serve tenant needs but also contribute positively to local economies.
As e-commerce growth and reshoring efforts continue to reshape industrial real estate demand, markets like Nashville stand out as critical logistics nodes for the Southeastern and Midwestern United States. With a combination of infrastructure investment, labor availability, and geographic advantage, the Nashville region is poised for continued growth in the coming decade.
Lovett Industrial’s Hermitage Logistics Hub represents a forward-looking investment in this evolving landscape—one that aligns with the company’s mission to create strategic, sustainable, and high-value industrial real estate assets across North America.
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