Key Opportunity Areas:

Airport Center of Excellence (ACE)
Southern Acreage
SAMS Building at DEII
Additional on-airport and adjacent development sites

Albuquerque Center of Excellence

The City of Albuquerque has established the Albuquerque Center of Excellence (ACE) at the Albuquerque International Sunport as a premier hub for aviation, aerospace, advanced manufacturing, high-tech industry, and complementary commercial uses. Located on the former north/south runway, ACE features approximately 75 shovel-ready acres with direct airfield access—an uncommon advantage for businesses requiring seamless aviation integration.

Developed through the airport’s capital program with no use of the City’s general fund, ACE is actively seeking developers and tenants through flexible options, including ground leases and build-to-suit facilities. Projects benefit from strong financial incentives such as New Market Tax Credits, no impact fees or property taxes, and access to the Sunport’s Foreign Trade Zone—creating a highly competitive environment for investment and long-term growth.

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