Frasers Logistics & Commercial Trust (FRLOF)

Overview

Frasers Logistics & Commercial Trust (FLCT) is a distinguished entity within the real estate investment sector, showcased through its impressive portfolio and strategic market presence. Established initially as Frasers Logistics & Industrial Trust on the Singapore Exchange Securities Trading Limited (SGX-ST) on 20 June 2016, it underwent a noteworthy evolution in identity to Frasers Logistics & Commercial Trust on 29 April 2020. This transformation followed the successful merger with Frasers Commercial Trust, marking a significant milestone in its operational history. Operating with a valuation of approximately S$6.4 billion, FLCT's portfolio is comprehensive, encompassing 107 industrial and commercial properties that demonstrate a strategic geographical spread across five developed markets: Australia, Germany, Singapore, the United Kingdom, and the Netherlands.

The trust is under the sponsorship of Frasers Property Limited, a testament to its robust foundation and potential for growth. As a testament to its standing in the global real estate market, FLCT is a constituent member of esteemed indices such as the FTSE EPRA Nareit Global Real Estate Index Series (Global Developed Index), Straits Times Index, and Global Property Research (GPR) 250. This inclusion not only underscores FLCT's performance and reliability but also enhances its visibility to investors worldwide.

Products and Services

FLCT’s strategic focus is anchored in investing globally in a diversified portfolio of income-producing properties. These properties are predominantly utilized for logistics or industrial purposes or serve commercial and business park purposes. Below is a detailed description of the types of properties within its investment realm:

• Logistics or Industrial Properties - These form the backbone of FLCT's portfolio, featuring properties used primarily for distribution, storage, or manufacturing purposes. The trust's focus in this sector is a reflection of its commitment to leveraging the consistent demand for logistics and industrial spaces, driven by e-commerce growth and global trade.
• Commercial Properties - Comprising primarily of CBD office spaces, FLCT’s commercial properties cater to businesses seeking prime office locations. This segment of FLCT's portfolio aims to harness the stable income and appreciation potential associated with high-value commercial real estate located in the central business districts of major cities.
• Business Park Properties - Encompassing primarily non-CBD office spaces and/or research and development space, these properties are tailored to companies in the technology, pharmaceutical, and research sectors, among others. Business park properties provide a blend of office and R&D space suited to the specialized needs of its tenants, emphasizing FLCT’s adaptability and responsiveness to market demand for such mixed-use spaces.