The Ministry of Trade and Industry (MTI) has officially unveiled the Industrial Government Land Sales (IGLS) programme for the first half of 2026, releasing a total of eight sites to bolster Singapore’s industrial land supply. Spanning approximately 11.1 hectares, this latest launch arrives at a critical juncture for the local economy. With industrial rents having climbed for 20 consecutive quarters—rising 2.3% year-on-year as of late 2025—the government is taking proactive steps to ensure that businesses have access to sufficient space at sustainable price points. This strategic injection of land is designed to temper rental hikes and provide a clear pipeline for companies looking to expand their footprint within the city-state.
The H1 2026 programme is divided into two categories: a Confirmed List of six sites and a Reserve List featuring two additional plots. The Confirmed List, which totals roughly 8.58 hectares, includes key locations such as Jalan Buroh, Kaki Bukit, and Chin Bee Road. These sites are scheduled for release at fixed dates, providing developers with the certainty needed to plan large-scale projects. Notable among these is a 3.12-hectare plot at Jalan Buroh and a significant site at Kaki Bukit Avenue 5, both zoned for Business 2 (B2) heavy industrial use. These locations are particularly sought after for their proximity to major transport nodes and established industrial clusters in the west and east.
In addition to the immediate supply, the Reserve List includes sites at Tuas Road and Penjuru Lane, covering 2.52 hectares. Unlike the Confirmed List, these sites are only triggered for tender if a developer submits an application with an acceptable minimum bid. This “demand-led” mechanism allows the government to remain flexible, ensuring that land is not oversupplied while remaining available should a specific industry player require a bespoke plot for their operations. This balanced approach is essential for maintaining a stable industrial property market, particularly as global supply chains continue to realign and demand for high-spec logistics space remains robust.
While the new IGLS sites cater to general and heavy industry, the market is also seeing a surge in demand for specialized industrial property types, such as high-spec “Business 1” (B1) spaces and food-centric facilities. An excellent example of this trend is the Gourmet Xchange at Kallang Way, a purpose-built food factory developed to support Singapore’s food manufacturing sector. Such properties highlight the “flight-to-quality” trend among tenants who are increasingly seeking modern, efficient facilities that integrate automation and sustainable features. As older industrial estates undergo rejuvenation, these new-age developments are setting a higher standard for the industry.
The typical tenure for these newly launched IGLS sites remains at 33 years, a duration that provides businesses with sufficient long-term stability to recoup their investments while allowing the state to retain flexibility for future land-use planning. One exception in the current exercise is the site at 6 Tuas Avenue 14, which carries a shorter 23-year lease. This mix of lease lengths caters to different business models—from those requiring heavy capital expenditure in machinery to those seeking shorter-term operational hubs. JTC Corporation, serving as the sales agent for all eight sites, will oversee the tender process, emphasizing the government’s role in curating a competitive industrial ecosystem.
Ultimately, the H1 2026 IGLS launch serves as a vital barometer for Singapore’s economic confidence. By consistently releasing land despite global headwinds, the government is signaling its commitment to manufacturing and logistics as core pillars of the economy. For investors and industrial tenants, the increased supply offers a glimmer of hope that the unrelenting rise in rents may finally begin to moderate. Whether through the heavy-duty plots in Tuas or the versatile spaces in Kaki Bukit, these eight sites represent the foundational infrastructure upon which Singapore’s next phase of industrial growth will be built.
