Distribution / Logistics
About
With a central location for Florida’s largest population centers and convenient access to world markets, Palm Beach County is a logical choice for logistics and distribution companies. Top companies with distribution centers in Palm Beach County include ALDI, Walgreens and FedEX. As the Western Hemisphere's commercial gateway, Florida's and Palm Beach County’s logistics and distribution industry is poised to grow further and with the numerous infrastructure developments and upgrades underway around the state.
The Numbers
709 companies
5,642 jobs
$86,851 average salary
738.9 Million Total Gross
Regional Product
HOME TO:
More than 15 distribution centers occupy over 5 million square feet of space in Palm Beach County.
- Aldi - 647,000 s.f. in Royal Palm Beach
- Amazon - 1,400,000 s.f. in Palm Beach County (four facilities)
- American Tire Distributors - 120,000 s.f. in Royal Palm Beach
- Cheney Brothers (Main Headquarters) - Over 450,000 s.f. in Palm Beach County
- FedEx Distribution Center – 50,000 s.f. in Riviera Beach
- Florida Crystals Distribution Center - 230,000 s.f. in Western Palm Beach County
- Nestle Water - 22,000 s.f. in Jupiter
- Niagara Bottling - 409,000 s.f. in Unincorporated Palm Beach County
- Publix Distribution Center – 487,000 s.f. in Boynton Beach
- Scalisi Wholesale Fruit and Produce – 19,000 s.f. in Royal Palm Beach
- Southeast Hay Distributors - 10,000 in Riviera Beach
- Sysco Southeast Florida - 314,000 s.f. in Riviera Beach
- Total Distribution Center (TDSI/CSX) - 26,000 s.f. + 77 acres in Jupiter
- Tropical Shipping - 110,000 s.f. in Riviera Beach
- US Food Service - 300,000 s.f. in Boca Raton
- Walgreens - 800,000 s.f. in Jupiter
TRANSPORTATION TO GET YOU HOME BY DINNER
The Brightline high speed train has two stations in Palm Beach County - one in downtown West Palm Beach and the other in Boca Raton. The luxurious ride transports Floridians to the downtown areas of Palm Beach, Broward, and Miami-Dade Counties within an hour. New stations are under construction.
Palm Beach International Airport, recently ranked as the top 10 airports in the world, has nonstop flights that will get you home in time for dinner after a flight to New York.
By locating your business in Palm Beach County, you instantly gain access to the entire South Florida region:
- 6.5 million potential customers
- 809,000 k-12 students in A-rated school districts
- 375,000 higher education students
- 3.1 million person labor force speaking 38 languages
Success Stories
SA COMPANY
BOYNTON BEACH, FL
SA Company is a global lifestyle brand with 170 employees at several facilities throughout Palm Beach County, including a large distribution hub in Boynton Beach. Reflecting his remarkable entrepreneurial skills as a Millennial, Founder Thomas DeSernia was named on the Forbes' "30 Under 30" list for retail and ecommerce over the past couple of years.
"With its year-round sunshine, ocean and lakes, Palm Beach County is a great place for an outdoor brand," stated DeSernia. "Our focus is selling high quality products at a realistic price."
NIAGARA BOTTLING
JUPITER, FL
Niagara Bottling opened a 409,000 sq. ft. manufacturing and distribution facility in Palm Beach County to manufacture bottled water. Since its opening, its grown significantly, adding an additional newly constructed, 115,000 sq. ft. distribution site.
"The Business Development Board exceeded our expectations in connecting our team to community - elected and appointed officials. We were able to successfully navigate local approvals and remain on schedule for our opening," said Todd Uhlick.
Spotlight
AMAZON
1 MILLION SQ. FT.
JUPITER, FL
Amazon chose Palm Beach County for a 1-million-square-foot fulfillment center. Associates work alongside innovative technologies to pick, pack, and ship larger customer items such as mattresses, kayaks, grills and exercise equipment. The company has plans for several more announcements in Palm Beach County as it expands its footprint.
HOW WE HELPED:
The Business Development Board complimentary assisted Amazon with expedited permitting in collaboration with Palm Beach County's Planning, Zoning, and Building department.
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UOVO
23,000 SQ. FT.
WEST PALM BEACH, FL
UOVO, the leading art storage and logistics provider headquartered in New York, expanded its presence in West Palm Beach. The company has leased a 23,000-square-foot facility and converted the building into a fine art storage and logistics facility. Known as New York’s #1 collections storage company, UOVO is part of the “Wall Street South” movement, a trend where many people are relocating to Palm Beach County, with collectors bringing their art with them.
HOW WE HELPED:
The Business Development Board assisted with expedited permitting and connections to the local business community.
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JUST RYT FOODS
60,000 SQ. FT.
JUPITER, FL
Just Ryt Foods is a family-owned and U.S. operated business specializing in importing, wholesaling, and producing Italian and Mediterranean gourmet foods. The thriving young company created 50 jobs to establish long-standing careers at a new build-to-suit 60,000 sq. ft. facility located in the Palm Beach Park of Commerce.
HOW WE HELPED:
The Business Development Board complimentary assisted Just Ryt Foods with expedited permitting and introductions to CareerSource Palm Beach County.
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PALM COAST SALES
58,000 SQ. FT.
JUPITER, FL
Palm Coast Sales, Inc., a distributor of outdoor lifestyle products and the exclusive distributor of The Big Green Egg, Napoleon, Twin Eagles/Delta Heat and Green Mountain grills for the Southeast, built an additional 58,000 sq. ft. build-to-suit warehouse.
HOW WE HELPED:
The Business Development Board complimentary assisted Palm Coast Sales with property searches, connections to local leaders, and expedited permitting as it needed to move quickly to expand.
OUR SERVICES OFFERED COMPLIMENTARY TO COMPANIES RELOCATING OR EXPANDING:
- Site inventory on available industrial buildings, land and office space are provided through our state-of-the-art computerized tracking system.
- Site tours personally conducted by our Business Relocation and Expansion Staff.
- Information on grants, assistance, and financial incentives available through the State of Florida, Palm Beach County, and local municipalities.
- Introductions to the CareerSource Palm Beach County employee-training programs.
- Introductions to public and private educational institutions.
- Introductions to elected officials and local business leaders.
- Review of available housing and cost of living.
- Government zoning and permitting information.
- Local buyer and supplier information.
- Demographics and labor market information.
- Available services and rates for utilities, communication, and transportation.
- Introductions to banks, law firms, employment agencies, accounting firms, and all other appropriate suppliers.
- Technical presentations tailored to company's specific location requirements.
- Overview of Palm Beach County’s lifestyle, including recreational and cultural amenities.
- Research Services.
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