Operating businesses and ground-up development, from waterfront marinas and restaurants to cold storage and flex industrial. A hands-on approach that uncovers overlooked opportunities and creates long-term value.
Every development on this page is tracked through the same five-phase lifecycle. The meter on each project shows where it stands today.
Site selection, feasibility, and vision. We identify overlooked opportunities and define what a location can become.
Design, entitlements, and permitting. Engineering and approvals that de-risk the project before ground breaks.
Ground-up execution. Coordinated trades and hands-on oversight bring the development to life.
Activating the space, bringing tenants and operators on board and establishing a durable revenue base.
Fully delivered and operating. A stabilized asset generating long-term value for the community and investors.
Phase 5
The Marina District, located along Downtown Wilmington's Northern Riverfront, is a vibrant waterfront destination blending luxury living, entertainment, and lifestyle amenities. Boaters enjoy premium slip services and luxury rentals, while residents take in stunning Cape Fear River views from upscale apartments and condos.
Phase 5
Established in 2024, Tequila's Waterfront is a collaboration between Marina Grill and the restaurateurs of Tequila Comida & Cantina, which operate multiple authentic Mexican restaurants in Wilmington. Tequila's infuses vibrant Mexican flavors, an upbeat atmosphere, and waterfront views to create a fun and unique dining experience.
Phase 5
Marina Grill is a waterfront restaurant located in Wilmington, North Carolina specializing in unique American and Seafood dishes. The 9,000 square foot building maximizes its riverfront location with floor to ceiling glass windows offering customers scenic views of Port City Marina and sunsets over the Cape Fear River.
Phase 5
Port City Marina is a protected, 194-slip marina situated along the Cape Fear River in downtown Wilmington. The marina can accommodate a wide variety of vessel lengths and beams including slips up to 250 feet in length. Port City Marina is a full-service marina offering fuel, modern boater facilities, and best-in-class service.
Phase 5
The Pier at Port City Marina is an open-air concert venue featuring a bandshell stage located directly on the pier at Port City Marina in Wilmington, NC. With boat access and direct connectivity to waterfront restaurants, the venue offers a unique experience for both concertgoers and boaters. The space has hosted events with up to 3,000 attendees.
Phase 5
Based in Wilmington, Atlantic Houseboats specializes in constructing custom houseboats. Their two-bedroom models offer just over 1,200 square feet of living space, featuring two bedrooms, two bathrooms, two living rooms, and a full kitchen. A community of these houseboats is moored within the Port City Marina.
Phase 5
PWCS is a state-of-the-art, 101,000-square-foot (3 million cubic feet) refrigerated warehouse designed for the storage of perishable goods, including fruits, vegetables, and proteins. Strategically located on the Port of Wilmington, this facility plays a crucial role in the NC agricultural industry by supporting import and export customers.
Phase 3
Wilmington Industrial Park is a Class-A flex industrial development now under construction. Plans include approximately 250,000 SF of flex industrial space across nine buildings, offering build-to-suit and lease-to-suit options to accommodate a variety of business needs. Located adjacent to the Wilmington International Airport (ILM).
Poseidon Forwarding Company: 30+ years of international refrigerated (reefer) shipping, drayage, cold storage, and end-to-end logistics that move products to market worldwide.
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The developments above are only part of the story. Every Zephyr project moves through the same five-phase lifecycle, from planning to completion, and as new opportunities take shape you will see their progress tracked right here. If you are an investor, tenant, or operator interested in what is next, we would welcome the conversation.