Blue Rock completes 358,000 s/f distribution project for First Industrial in Claymont, DE

Five-month fast-track fit-out follows ground-up delivery

Claymont, DE — Blue Rock announced the completion of both the ground-up construction and the comprehensive fit-out of a 358,000 s/f distribution facility at First State Crossing in Claymont.

This project represents another strong chapter in Blue Rock’s ongoing partnership with First Industrial Realty Trust, a leading owner, operator, and developer of logistics real estate.

Complete Delivery

Blue Rock delivered the rear-load warehouse as part of the broader First State Crossing redevelopment, a transformative 420-acre project turning a former steel mill site into a modern industrial and commercial hub.

The facility features:

• 40-foot clear height

• 68 dock positions, two ramp doors, and 241 trailer parking stalls

• Strategic proximity to I-95, I-495, and Philadelphia International Airport

Following completion of the building, Blue Rock was selected to provide a full interior fit-out tailored to the operational needs of First Industrial Realty Trust’s tenant, ensuring the facility was fully prepared for occupancy and performance.

Fast-Tracked Fit-Out

Originally scheduled as an eight-month effort, the fit-out was successfully completed on an accelerated five-month timeline.

Blue Rock worked closely with the tenant and ownership team to meet the revised schedule while maintaining the highest standards of quality and functionality.

The fit-out scope included:

• A new 12,000 s/f office

• An 11,000 s/f maintenance shop

• Renovations to an existing 5,000 s/f office

• Infrastructure upgrades such as battery-charging stations, high-volume, low-speed fans, and modified dock equipment for larger levelers

• Site improvements, including perimeter fencing, a guard shack, and updated building signage

Longstanding Partnership

Blue Rock values its partnership with First Industrial Realty Trust, having teamed together on multiple projects totaling nearly 4 million s/f in the NE. Recent projects include:

First Park New Castle – Building B, a 225,680 s/f facility currently under construction

First Logistics Center @ 283, Londonderry Twp., PA – (2) buildings totaling 1,783,800 s/f

First I-78/81 Logistics Center, Jonestown, PA – (2) buildings totaling 988,920 s/f

First 33 Commerce Center, Northampton County, PA – (2) buildings totaling 584,000 s/f

First Park @ Central Crossing – Building III, Bordentown, NJ – 119,800 s/f

First Bordentown Logistics Center, Rising Sun Road, Bordentown, NJ – 208,000 s/f