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International manufacturing companies relocating their facilities as part of nearshoring in 2026 are increasingly opting for the BTO (Built-to-Own) model (BTO)Built-to-Own (BTO) is a model for commercial real estate projects—warehouse or manufacturing facilities—in which a developer designs and builds a facility directly for the client’s ownership. Under this model, the investor becomes the sole owner of the property upon completion of construction, financing the entire project with its own funds or a bank loan.Read the full definition →, i.e., Build-to-Own. This approach allows investors to acquire a state-of-the-art factory or light industrial facility designed precisely around their individual Industry 4.0 production line, while simultaneously taking ownership of the property upon completion of construction. An experienced engineering partner, such as 7R SA, assumes all administrative and construction risks, delivering a zero-emission, custom-built, “turnkey” industrial facility.

The implementation of automated storage and retrieval systems (AS/RS) and autonomous mobile robots (AMR/AGV) in 2026 places uncompromising demands on building engineering. Key success factors include a floor with the highest flatness class (DIN 18202 standard / FM1 class), increased point load-bearing capacity under the feet of automated racks (7–10+ metric tons per square meter), a reinforced roof structure, and a stable microclimate. Choosing a developer that emphasizes engineering expertise, such as 7R SA, guarantees trouble-free operation of the robotic systems without the need for costly structural modifications.