Fully mobilized: Greek, chair of new ‘Circulate NJ’ coalition, sees breadth of membership as key to promoting logistics industry’s impact (and curbing misinformation)

Let there be no confusion: Circulate NJ is not a lobbying group, as David Greek is quick to point out, but a well-organized, diverse coalition that has assembled to promote the vast economic benefits of New Jersey’s logistics sector.

That message is at the heart of the new public awareness campaign that launched shortly before Thanksgiving, led by a membership that includes not just prominent developers but stakeholders ranging from dock workers and truckers to the likes of Amazon. All of which have a vested interest in promoting their collective industry and, in turn, defusing the hostile rhetoric and misinformation that has derailed a growing number of warehouse projects in recent years.

Crow Holdings eyes summer delivery for new Hudson Valley logistics campus’ first phase

Construction is well underway on a project by Crow Holdings Development that will bring nearly 835,000 square feet of new logistics space to New York’s Hudson Valley.

EDA approves $4 million grant to expand Showboat family entertainment hub in Atlantic City

A major expansion is coming to Atlantic City’s Showboat Resort, now a family entertainment destination, with the help of more than $4 million in newly approved funding by the state.

DIGroup leader Myers wins ‘Diversity in Business’ honor from Philly business journal

The Philadelphia Business Journal has recognized Vince Myers, president and cofounding principal of DIGroup Architecture, as a 2025 Diversity in Business honoree.

Towns say they’ll appeal after judge rejects bid to halt state’s new affordable housing law

A coalition of two dozen towns vowed to appeal after a judge denied its request to pause the rollout of New Jersey’s new affordable housing law, in a move that allows state officials to proceed even as the court prepares for additional arguments in the case.

Developer eyes Q1 groundbreaking for Monopoly-inspired ‘Top Hat’ hotel in Atlantic City

A new boutique hotel with a distinctive Monopoly-inspired design is coming to Atlantic City under a project that could break ground in the months ahead.

The best of The Briefing 2024

With the holidays upon us, we’re excited to bring you a look back at our top stories of 2024, including our most-read items and a few editor’s picks. You can catch up on our daily “best of” emails below. We will also keep you updated in the event of any breaking news.

The year in cover stories

We’re especially proud of the stories that anchor our monthly print edition, where we often go in depth on some of the timeliest and most important stories in New Jersey commercial real estate. Here is a look back at our cover stories for 2024.

Owners Council Q&A: Mark Shearer

Tenant activity for industrial has increased over the past few months and is closer to historic norms. We are seeing increased activity in the capital markets.

EDA approves $17.7 million Aspire award for Camden affordable housing, health center project

A development group has secured a nearly $18 million state tax credit award for a plan to build 30 units of affordable housing and a new health center in Camden’s Parkside neighborhood.