Burlington breaks ground on Buckeye distribution center

Burlington Stores has started work on a future distribution center in Buckeye that the Arizona Commerce Authority said is expected to open in 2028. The project is being described as one of the retailer’s most advanced facilities, with automation and upgraded logistics technology built into the operation.

Burlington Stores has begun construction on a new distribution center in Buckeye, adding another large logistics and industrial project to the fast-growing West Valley. The Arizona Commerce Authority said the facility is expected to open in 2028 and will be designed with a more advanced operating model than many traditional warehouse projects.

The state’s summary of the project emphasized automation and modern systems, describing the site as one of Burlington’s most advanced facilities to date. That framing suggests the Buckeye center is meant to do more than add square footage: it is intended to support a high-volume, technology-driven supply chain operation that can move merchandise more efficiently across the retailer’s network.

For Buckeye and the wider Phoenix metro, the announcement reinforces the area’s role as a logistics corridor for major national brands. West Valley communities have been competing aggressively for industrial development because those projects bring construction activity, long-term employment, and added demand for transportation links, utilities, and nearby commercial services. For local business owners, another large employer in Buckeye can also mean more demand for vendors, contractors, and support services tied to warehouse and distribution activity.