September 2, 2025

Anduril Industries Expands Operations in Santa Ana

News Summary

Anduril Industries has secured a major lease for nearly 163,000 square feet at the Harbor Logistics Center in Santa Ana. This expansion, aimed at enhancing distribution, manufacturing, and R&D operations, increases the company’s local footprint in Orange County to over 1.25 million square feet. The newly leased facility boasts modern features including high clear heights and electric vehicle charging stations. As the industrial real estate market faces challenges, this significant lease highlights Anduril’s commitment to regional growth amidst a changing landscape.

Santa Ana, California – Defense technology firm Anduril Industries has made a significant move in the industrial real estate market by securing a lease for nearly 163,000 square feet of warehouse space at the Harbor Logistics Center in Santa Ana. This lease, finalized in August 2025, ranks among the largest industrial leases recorded in Orange County for the year.

The new facility, situated at 3100 S. Harbor Blvd, will serve critical functions, supporting distribution, manufacturing, or research and development (R&D) operations for Anduril. This strategic expansion increases the company’s local footprint in Orange County to over 1.25 million square feet, further demonstrating its commitment to regional growth.

Anduril has been active in the Orange County area since early 2024, completing a total of seven leases that amount to approximately 760,000 square feet across various properties. The Harbor Logistics Center, which was developed by Kearny Real Estate Co. and Dune Real Estate Partners, was completed in February 2025, following the demolition of a previous office campus on the site.

Details of the New Facility

The newly leased building boasts impressive features that cater to modern industrial needs. Highlights include:

36-foot clear heights
17 dock-high doors
An 185-foot-deep truck court
Rooftop solar panels
7,000 square feet of office space
Tenant parking equipped with electric vehicle charging stations

Market Context and Future Implications

The lease deal at Harbor Logistics Center may signal a trend that could incentivize other major companies to establish operations in Orange County. However, the overall industrial market remains unstable, as many new buildings currently sit vacant. Experts predict that significant challenges lie ahead in filling these newly constructed spaces, with many landlords focused on enduring the market fluctuations anticipated in 2025.

Anduril’s recent endeavors align with its substantial financial backing. In June, the company successfully completed a funding round that raised $2.5 billion, bringing its total valuation to $30.5 billion. Despite plans for a $1 billion investment in a new 5-million-square-foot factory in Ohio, the lease at Harbor Logistics Center indicates a strategic approach to expanding its operational capacity closer to its headquarters in Costa Mesa.

Historical Background

The Harbor Logistics Center property has an interesting development history. Originally acquired by Kearny Real Estate for $35 million in 2018, it was recapitalized alongside Dune Real Estate in 2023 for $49 million. The partnership between these two firms reflects a broader trend of collaboration in the competitive real estate market, particularly in areas with high demand for industrial space.

Leasing management for the Harbour Logistics Center deal was undertaken by CBRE’s Orange County team, which included key professionals from the sector. Their efforts highlight the ongoing collaboration between real estate experts and companies looking to expand their operational footprints in economically vibrant regions like Orange County.

As the landscape of industrial real estate continues to evolve, Anduril Industries’ recent lease demonstrates both the opportunities and complexities that define the current market. With a growing demand for industrial space amid uncertain market conditions, the coming months will reveal how well companies can adapt and thrive in this ever-changing environment.

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