AMB Property Corporation , a global developer and owner of industrial real estate, and GIC Real Estate Inc., today announced the formation of AMB-SGP Mexico, LLC, a joint venture that will invest in distribution facilities in targeted markets in Mexico. GIC Real Estate Inc. is an affiliate of GIC Real Estate Pte Ltd (GIC RE), the real estate investment arm of the Government of Singapore Investment Corporation (GIC) which manages the foreign reserves of Singapore.

The primary investment focus of the Venture is to purchase stabilized industrial distribution properties upon completion of development by AMB and its local market partner, G. Accion. AMB-SGP Mexico's investment strategy will also include acquisition of operating assets from third parties.

"Over the last 21 years, AMB has built a solid track record of investing and managing private capital in U.S. markets," said Hamid R. Moghadam, AMB's chairman and CEO. "AMB-SGP Mexico is our first Fund outside of the U.S. and we are particularly gratified that GIC RE, a large, respected global investor in diverse property sectors, is participating with us in this important expansion of our private capital business." AMB currently operates approximately $2.6 billion in assets owned through private capital joint ventures. When fully invested, AMB-SGP Mexico is projected to add approximately $700 million to assets in AMB's co-investment joint ventures.

Dr. Seek Ngee Huat, president of GIC RE, said, "Our capital allocation to Mexico's emerging industrial market is driven by Mexico's growing trade with the U.S., its large consumer population and the strong demand for new distribution facilities from multinational companies. GIC RE's positive joint venture experience with AMB in the U.S., combined with AMB's demonstrated ability to source and operate property in Mexico, makes them the right partner for our industrial investment goals in Mexico."

John T. Roberts, Jr., president of AMB Capital Partners, added, "AMB and GIC RE formed their first co-investment venture in 2001 and together own 8.6 million square feet of U.S. distribution facilities; we are very pleased to extend this relationship to our global business. AMB's development experience and pipeline in Mexico will provide attractive acquisition opportunities for AMB-SGP Mexico."

Total equity committed to AMB-SGP Mexico by GIC RE is $200 million; AMB will contribute $50 million in equity to the Venture, representing a co- investment level of approximately 20%. The Venture is expected to operate with a targeted leverage ratio of 65% of the aggregate gross value of the Venture's assets. AMB, as manager, will receive fees on future third-party acquisitions and for asset and portfolio management services, as well as incentive distributions at the end of each seven-year term.

At closing, AMB-SGP Mexico owned three properties comprising eight buildings totaling 1.3 million square feet in Mexico City and Guadalajara. AMB has developed or acquired these assets during the past two years.

ABOUT GIC RE

GIC RE is a pre-eminent global real estate investment manager. The company manages a multi-billion dollar portfolio of direct and indirect property investments worldwide. GIC RE is the real estate investment arm of Government of Singapore Investment Corporation (GIC) that manages the foreign reserves of Singapore.

ABOUT AMB Property Corporation

AMB Property Corporation is a leading owner and operator of industrial real estate, focused on major hub and gateway distribution markets throughout North America, Europe and Asia. As of December 31, 2004 AMB owned, managed and had renovation and development projects totaling 110.7 million square feet (10.3 million square meters) and 1,108 buildings in 38 markets within eight countries. AMB invests in properties located predominantly in the infill submarkets of its targeted markets. The company's portfolio is comprised of High Throughput Distribution(R) facilities -- industrial properties built for speed and located near airports, seaports and ground transportation systems.

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SOURCE: AMB Property Corporation