New innovation geographies around the world are on the rise as manufacturers look to emerging regions to bolster their integration of real estate and supply chain solutions.

Many secondary cities are developing specialized innovation clusters, competing with leading markets for talent and corporate investment. These commercial hubs—fueled by skilled workers, robust infrastructure, more permissive regulations, and favorable land and building costs—have begun serving as strategic locations for many manufacturers at a time of heightened economic and geopolitical tensions, including tighter tariffs and higher trade barriers.

Many of these locations also offer a convenient mix of favorable land and resources with lighter trade restrictions to support advanced manufacturing activity, such as electric cars, semiconductors, EV batteries, space equipment, and sustainability technologies, among other high-demand products. 

Emerging and evolving regions in the Europe, Middle East, and Africa; Asia-Pacific; and North America markets are driving new opportunities for manufacturers. Each of these regions offer its own unique upsides and challenges for owners and occupiers.

Download this guide to get a deep look at prime manufacturing areas in those three regions, showcasing the benefits and challenges you'll encounter when looking to make strategic location decisions.