This document provides an overview of opportunities for investment in Costa Rica's medical devices, advanced manufacturing, and services sectors. It discusses Costa Rica's proven track record of attracting multinational corporations, economic and political stability, skilled workforce, and strategic location. Specific sectors highlighted include medical devices, where exports have grown rapidly, as well as advanced manufacturing and various services industries. Overall the document paints a positive picture of Costa Rica as a destination for foreign investment and business expansion.

1. Opportunity for Medical Devices
Industry, Advanced Manufacturing
and Service Sectors in Costa Rica
San José, Costa Rica

2. Table of Contents
1. Costa Rica General Information 2.6 Quality of Life
2. Investing in Costa Rica 3. Sectors
Section 1 2.1 Proven track record 3.1 Medical Devices
2.1.1 Multinational Industry
Corporations 3.2 Advanced Manufacturing
2.1.2 Foreign Direct 3.3 Services
1 Investment 4. Major Free Zones in Costa Rica
2.2 Business Climate
2.2.1 Stability
1 2.2.2 Economic
Growth
2.2.3 Incentives
1 2.3 Strategic Location
2.4 Workforce
2.4.1 Key Information
2.4.2 Rankings
1 2.4.3 Sectors
2.5 Infrastructure
2.5.1 Telecommunications
1 2.5.2 Energy
2.5.3 Water
2.5.4 Ports
2.5.5 Roads

3. Section
Costa Rica General
1 Information

4. Costa Rica General Information
Official Name:
Republic of Costa Rica. GDP Per Capita:
Capital: $ 5,776 (2006 estimated by
San Jose PROCOMER).
Location: Currency:
Central America, bordering both the Costa Rican colon (CRC).
Caribbean Sea and the North Pacific Labor Force:
Ocean, between Nicaragua and 2.01 millions of people
Panama. Unemployment Rates:
Government type: 4,6%
Democratic Republic Interest rates:
Population: 10,50%
4,133,884 (July 2007 estimate) Educational Attainment
Area: The literacy rate in Costa Rica is
19,730 square miles (slightly smaller 95%.
than West Virginia).
Languages:
Spanish (official), English.

5. Section
Investing in Costa
2 Rica

6. Proven Track Record: Multinational Corporations
Some of the
multinationals
2.1.1 that have selected
our country
as one of the best
manufacturing
or corporate service
sites
in the world

7. Proven Track Record: Foreign Direct Investment
Foreign direct investment in Costa Rica has grown considerably during the past 20 years . During the early 80’s the
free trade zone regime was established; this served to attract a new wave of multinational companies, which currently
use the country as an export platform of goods and services to the world.
2.1.2
Foreign investments in the manufacturing industry have set the standard since the early nineties, followed by other
sectors among which food products, financial services and tourism stand out. The change in the structure of foreign
investments replicates the progress in the economic development of the country where the secondary and third
sectors acquire greater importance as an economy grows. This is also reflected in the structure of exports, where after
being comprised of primary and textile products, they now include an important portion of products with a high
technological component. In fact, currently traditional export products such as bananas and coffee have continued
their growth in volume and value; however, their relative weight has shifted from 60% of exports to 15%. On the other
hand, high-tech exports represent roughly one third of the total exports and today, the first and third most exported
products of the country belong to these types of industries.

8. Business Climate: Stability
The economic, political and social stability of Costa Rica is one characteristic that has distinguished it through
its entire contemporary history and one of the most important strengths that have enabled it to reach great
success in alluring foreign investors.
2.2.1 The Costa Rican government is ruled by a series of constitutional controls and balances. The executive
responsibilities rest on the President, who is at the center of power, and is supported by two Vice-presidents and
his cabinet. The President and Vice-presidents, and 57 Congressmen of the Legislative Assembly, are elected
every 4 years. In addition, the country has a strong legal system that manages the ‘judicial power’, which
ensures law compliance and covers nationals, as well as foreigners, within the country’s territory.
The last World Bank survey for Global Governance Indicators ranks Costa Rica in the first place within Latin
America for political stability .
Costa Rica has a long tradition and stable democracy, which is recognized worldwide and has over 115 years of
history.
The country has no limitations on capital funds transfers associated with an investment, regardless of the
currency. No restrictions are imposed on re-investments or on repatriation of earnings, royalties or capital. In
addition, there is no requirement to register investments with any of the government authorities.
Costa Rica has achieved international standards for IPR protections and a stronger upgrade is expected with
CAFTA implementation.

9. Business Climate: Economic Growth
There is no doubt that one of the pillars of the Costa Rican economic development has been trade
liberalization, which has allowed exports to surpass its 30% ratio of GDP in 1980 to a current 50% rate
(includes exports of goods and services). Furthermore, this trade liberalization has been coupled with a
2.2.2 series of structural changes, and has pushed towards a productive transformation that has lead to factor
productivity growth, diversification of the economy, and a higher level of investment. The real GDP has
been increasing in a compound annual growth rate of 5.3% since 1991 .
These decades of peace and democracy, stability and economic growth have been translated into important
social achievements. In this sense, a relevant fact was that in the last 20 years poverty was reduced from
40% to less than 20%. Costa Rica has passed on to occupy one of the highest levels in educational and
health attainment in Latin America, which is also one of the best in the world. Furthermore, it has been able
to provide road access to services like health, social security, water and basic services for the entire
population

10. Business Climate: Incentives
Investment incentives are available for activities directly related to the export of services and/or
products from Costa Rica.
2.2.3 The Free Trade Zone Regime grants beneficiary companies the widest range of benefits currently
available in Costa Rica. Among the fiscal benefits granted under the provisions of the Free Zone
Legislation (Subject to international treaties) are:
• 100% exemption on import duties on raw materials, components and capital goods;
• 100% exemption on corporate income taxes
• 100% exemption on export taxes, local sales and excise taxes, and taxes on profit repatriation;
• 100% exemption on capital taxes;
• No restrictions on capital/profit repatriation or foreign currency management;
• Expedited on-site Customs clearance;
• Possibility to sell to exporters within Costa Rica;
• Possibility of selling up to 25% in the local market and 50% if in services sector.
Costa Rica currently has several industrial parks located in the Greater Metropolitan Area.

11. Strategic Location
Costa Rica is your platform to the world. The country’s time zone coincides with the US Central
Standard Time Zone (GMT -6).
2.3 With ports on both the Pacific and Atlantic oceans, it serves as an operations base for world
markets.
Our country is permanently committed to improving market access for Costa Rican products by
means of trade liberalization. In recent years, Costa Rica has signed free trade agreements with
Mexico, Canada, Chile, Dominican Republic, Central America, and the Caribbean Community, and
DR-CAFTA should be fully implemented by October 1st, 2008.
We have also started negotiations with the European Union, where right now we have preferential
access through the Generalized System of Preferences, and have already started conversations
with China.

12. Workforce
Our people make the difference. Costa Rica has one of the highest
literacy rates of the American Continent (95%). The abolishment of the
2.4 armed forces in 1949 freed resources that have been invested in
education and health services for the population. Education is mandatory
until the 9th grade and places strong emphasis on computers and English
since early grades.
Costa Rica has a population of 4.4 million people, 34% are between the
ages of 15 and 45 years old. The labor force is 2.01 million people with an
unemployment rate of 4.6%. The universal health care and education
system have been the pillars for the national stability.
The National Training Institute (INA) offers free technical training in many
fields. Several technical schools and universities prepare professionals
with the highest international standards. These institutions offer various
levels in electronic, electric, mechanical, and process engineering.

13. Workforce and Population Key Information
Population as of July 2007:
2.4.1 -4.44 million
-34.2% of population is 15 to 35 years old
-Annual population growth: 2.1%
Labor force 2007: 2.01 million
-Unemployment, July 2007: 4.6%
-Underemployment, July 2007: 7.4%
-Annual labor pool growth: 3.7%
Universal Health Care and Education System
-Pillars for the national stability
-6% of the GDP is allocated to education

14. Workforce: Percentages of Population Living in the Greater
Metropolitan Area
55 % of the
2.4.1 population
62 % of the
total labor
force

15. Workforce: Educational System and Literacy Rate Rankings
2.4.2
Source: World Economic Forum.The Global
Competitiveness Report 2007 -2008

16. Workforce: Availability of Scientists and Engineers Ranking
2.4.2
Source: World Economic Forum.The Global
Competitiveness Report 2007 -2008

17. Workforce: Degrees completed (Population over 15 years old)
2.4.3

18. Workforce: Degrees completed (Population over 15 years old)
2.4.3

19. Workforce: Total diplomas granted at private and public universities
2.4.3

20. Workforce: University Graduates in Business, Economics and Accounting
2.4.3

21. Workforce: University Graduates in IT
2.4.3

22. Workforce: University Graduates in Civil, Mechanical,
Industrial, Electric, Electronic, Chemical and Agricultural Engineering
2.4.3

23. Workforce: University Graduates in Life Sciences
2.4.3

24. Workforce: Other Qualifications
•Quality Standards
2.4.3 •ISO’s: 13485, 9001:2003, 14000
•GMP’s (lean, six sigma, JIT, 5s)
•Experience working in a clean room environment
(class 100/10.000/100.000)
•Capable of handling FDA approved Class III
devices
•Friendly and stable workforce
•Multilingual

25. Infrastructure
Costa Rica has an abundant water supply, reliable
hydroelectric power, and an advanced
2.5 telecommunications system. With regards to
transportation, Costa Rica has an extensive highway
system, two major international airports and two
seaports. All major U.S., European, and Latin American
passenger and cargo carriers provide service at very
competitive rates.

26. Infrastructure: Utilities Infrastructure
Telecommunications:
2.5 1. Redundant fiber optic submarine cables (Maya and
Arcos; Pacific Global Crossing)
2. Satellite and terrestrial microwave network in place
to meet demand in fixed, mobile and Internet
services.
Clean and redundant energy: 92% is generated from
renewable sources (hydroelectric, geothermic and
wind).
Abundant water supply.

27. Infrastructure: Projects Currently in Progress
2.5.1

28. Infrastructure: Submarine Cables
2.5.1

29. Infrastructure: Fiber Optics Networks
2.5.1

30. Infrastructure: Market Openness to Telecommunications
Law will allow participation of new companies in: Internet
services, cellular phones and private networks.
2.5.1 The government will regulate rates and service quality through
two organizations:
ARESEP –responsibility for regulating all public services in the
country
SUTEL –technical responsibility for regulation of the
telecommunications sector
Universal access, universal service and solidarity in the
telecommunications services will be guaranteed by a special
fund, managed by SUTEL (FONATEL).

31. Infrastructure: Telecommunications
2.5.1

32. Infrastructure: Private sector production of electricity
•Ten years ago the production of electricity by private companies
represented 9% of the total production for the country. By 2007
2.5.2 this amount had doubled. (Source: ARESEP)
•To date, the private sector has invested close to $950 Million in
projects for electricity generation, with an installed capacity of
310 MW. (Source: ACOPE)
•During the last decade, the electrical supply capacity from
private generators was diversified with 100 MW of hydroelectric
energy, 27.5 MW of geothermal energy, 46.2 MW of wind energy,
and 14.5 MW of thermal energy. (Source: ARESEP)
•More than 200 MW will start operations in the next three years,
comprising close to 25% of the electricity generation capacity of
the country. (Source: ACOPE)

33. Infrastructure: Historical Rate Increases Less than the inflation rates for the
same period of time(10% per year in CR Colones)
2.5.2
The rate in US $ has increased, on average, 2% for the same period of time.

34. Infrastructure: Energy Projects
2.5.2

35. Infrastructure: Electricity Rates
2.5.2

36. Infrastructure: Water Rates
2.5.3

37. Infrastructure: Airports and Maritime Ports
Two major international airports and more than 30 regional airports.
2.5.4 International airports:
1. Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO), located15 kms (9.3
mi) from the capital city of San José.
2. Daniel Oduber International Airport, located in the city of Liberia,
Guanacaste.
Two major international ports:
1. Caldera (Pacific Ocean)
2. Moin(Caribbean Sea).
Seven customs offices for the foreign trade activity: on the border
points with Panama and Nicaragua, on the Atlantic and the Pacific
ports, at the Juan Santamaria International Airport and the rest are
located in different points in the country.

38. Infrastructure: Roads (Primary, Secondary and Terciary)
2.5.5

39. Infrastructure
Primary, Secondary andTerciary Roads on the Greater Metropolitan Area
2.5.5

40. Infrastructure: Road Network
2.5.5

41. Quality of Life
Costa Rica is an active member of the international
community, and its record on the environment, human rights,
2.6 and advocacy of peaceful settlement of disputes gives it a
weight in world affairs far beyond its size. In 1983 the country
proclaimed its permanent neutrality, and later in 1987,
President Arias was honored with the Nobel Peace Prize. The
country lobbied aggressively for the establishment of the UN
High Commissioner for Human Rights and became the first
nation to recognize the jurisdiction of the Inter-American
Human Rights Court, which is based in the capital city of San
Jose.
In addition, Costa Rica is well acknowledged as one of the
most important tourism destinations by many specialized
media.

42. Section
3 Sectors

43. Medical Devices Industry
The medical devices sector began its
development in Costa Rica in 1987, when
Baxter Healthcare decided to install a
3.1 manufacturing operation. Today, the
medical devices manufacturing industry
in Costa Rica is composed of 25
companies, amongst which are world
leaders such as Hospira, Boston
Scientific, Cytyc-Hologic, Arthrocare,
Allergan and Coloplast. Costa Rica’s
human capital is its number one strength.
This is the main reason why the medical
industry has been able to continue
growing. The sector has expanded to 25
companies and employs 6,300 people.
The medical devices industry is the 4th
biggest exporting sector in the country;
its exports have grown 3 times faster than
the rest of free trade zone exports. In
2007, it exported $766 million and
attracted $150 million in FDI .

44. Medical Devices Industry: Subsectors in Costa Rica
3.1

45. Advanced Manufacturing
Costa Rica’s success in attracting foreign direct investments into the
advanced manufacturing sector relies on a combination of factors: a well
3.2 educated, multitask and productive workforce at all levels from operators
to engineers and management, positive cost/benefit relation, reliable
infrastructure, friendly-business environment and a committed
government to make things happen.
From a couple of pioneer companies established during the late 70’s, the
industry stands today as the largest contributor to the country’s
manufacturing output, capital investment and exports. Along with these
pioneer MNCs there are currently 45 companies employing 13,000 direct
people and with exports of US$3,036 million in 2007.
Over the past 20 years the country has implemented a number of policies
and programs to diversify its exports. While in 1985 60% of the exports
were perishable products, in 2007 they comprised only 15% of all exports
while electric and electronic components comprised 33% of total exports

46. Advanced Manufacturing
3.2

47. Advanced Manufacturing: Subsectors in Costa Rica
3.2

48. Services
Choosing the right location for a service operation requires considering many
critical factors, such as: availability of a highly ethical and skilled labor force,
3.3 strategic location, a good technological infrastructure and a stable political and
economic environment.
In a recent A.T. Kearney survey, Costa Rica was classified among the 50 best
countries in the world to establish offshore operations, based on an index that
considers people skills and availability, as well as the business environment and its
financial structure. Costa Rica is cited as a country that “has a relatively small but
skilled workforce. Its social democracy has instilled policies such as universal
public schooling, health care, and a national pension system. The adult literacy rate
of 94.9 percent and human development index score of 83.2 demonstrate the
country’s progress in people development and quality of life.” (A.T. Kearney;
Destination Latin America: A Near-Shore Alternative, 2007).
During the last 10 years the service sector has grown from 1 company that started
operations in 1995 to 15 new companies starting operations during 2006 and 2007 ,
for a total of 61 companies and 20,000 employees in 2007.

49. Services
3.3

50. Services
3.3

51. Services: Subsectors in Costa Rica
3.3

52. Section
Major Free Trade
4 Zones in Costa Rica

53. America Free Zone
4.1

54. America Free Zone
The America Free Zone started in February 1999. It is strategically located on the well known
technological hall of Costa Rica. The AFZ has an area of 27 hectares.
4.1 America Free Zone works under the mission of giving the best service under international quality
standards in accordance to environment protection, providing added value to your activity in
benefit of the development of Costa Rica. The park has prestigious clients such as:
Hewlett Packard S.A.
Menchhofer S.A.
Alienware Corporation S.A.
Fábrica Intl. de Encajes S.A
Stream S.A. BPO International S.A.
Teradyne de C.R. S.A.
Dakota Imaging S.A.
Seton Sentra S.R.L.
Via Information Tools S.A.
Location
America Free Zone has many advantages, among them, its location, since it is right next to the
General Cañas Highway (Panamerican). This location allows you to be at only 10 minutes from the
Juan Santamaria International Airport and at less than 100 miles from the Atlantic and Pacific
ports. AFZ is located between the tree main provinces, San José, the capital city, Heredia and
Alajuela, where lives the majority of total population of C.R. Hotel facilities are nearby. Marriott
Hotel, Melia Cariari Hotel, and the Plaza Ramada Herradura Hotel are located at less than 2 miles
from the industrial zone.

55. America Free Zone
Infrastructure
4.1 Efficient on buildings construction designed and manufactured by world-class providers
US and European standards
Design under the Seismic Code 2002 (newest seismic code)
Enough parking spaces available according to our clients’ requirements.
Park Utilities
Connected directly to Intel Power Substation.
Power and Telecommunications Redundancy.
Residual water treatment plant.
Services
Maintenance and cleaning of exteriors and common areas.
Fiber Optic node.
Normal waste collection.
24-hour external security.

56. Coyol Free Zone
4.2
2.2

57. Coyol Free Zone
Coyol Free Zone, the largest and the most
modern high-tech business park in Central
4.2
2.2
America, is located in the province of Alajuela,
Costa Rica just 4.5 miles west of the SJO
International Airport. This state-of-the-art park is
spread over 107 hectares (246 acres) of prime
real estate and already boasts 400,000 square
meters (4, 305,000 sq ft) of world-class facilities.
Some of the park’s clients are: Hologic,
Continental and Beam One LLC

58. Coyol Free Zone
Location Park Utilities
4.2
2.2 The location of Coyol FZ is at the west side of
the Great Metropolitan Area, close to the
International Airport and two main highways,
Fully redundant electrical grid.
First class telecommunications system.
Redundant potable water system.
which offers easy access to over 900,000 Access building and common areas.
inhabitants. Roads, sidewalks and street lighting.
Storm water management system.
Infrastructure Mechanical systems.
Landscaping.
The sections were designed as a Business Park Highway.
to support the needs of services companies and
a High Tech Park for international manufacturing
operations. The buildings respond to the
infrastructure and technical requirements of
each client and the Park offers many options to
grow. The architectural designs of the buildings
and the profile of the tenants, create an
environment that is appropriate for the operation
of international manufacturing and service
companies. Besides a distinguished and
contemporary architectonic design, the Park
enjoys nice gardens, a superb view and an ample
parking area.

59. Coyol Free Zone Master Plan
4.2
2.2

60. Propark
4.3
2.2
2.3

61. Propark
Location
4.3
2.2 Coyol, Alajuela, 6,5 kms from the International
Airport
Infrastructure and services
50 hectares of land.
Access through boulevard.
Sidewalks.
Recreational and green areas: 31,329.55 m2.
Controlled access.
Electrical system (15 MVA).
Telephone system (Fiber Optics).
Potable water system (AyA 10 L/seg + Well 6
L/seg).
Storm water system.
Public waste disposal service.
Public transportation.
General park maintenance.
Security.
Note: Waste water treatment set for individual
needs.

62. Metro Park
4.4
2.2
2.4

63. Metro Park
Dedicated to quality and excellence, ZFM is a symbol of success and an alternative for investment
in Costa Rica.
4.4
2.2 ZONA FRANCA METROPOLITANA was founded in 1986. From the start, is strength is based on the
support it provides and an aggressive growth strategy.
ZFM currently has 83 hectares of land and more than 56 companies installed in different areas,
such as: services, medical devices manufacturing, electronics manufacturing.
The park is located in the heart of the country’s technological corridor; it offers excellent water
supply, electricity, telephone lines, a large amount of human resources in the area and access to
the main roads and highways.
Location
ZFM is close to the cities of San José, the Capital City, and Alajuela; both are within the Greater
Metropolitan Area, where the majority of the country’s population lives.
Infrastructure
The buildings have modern designs and attractive architecture.
Buildings are built with the MEGABOX concept and are surrounded by gardens.
Enough parking spaces, according to the requirements of the installed companies.
Pre-fabricated concrete structures have anti-seismic characteristics which surpass the established
Seismic Codes.

64. Metro Park
Services
4.4
2.2 Fiber optic: two independent rings.
Communications nodes: ICE, RACSA
Availability of telephone lines for
immediate use.
Cable MODEM service.
Three independent potable water sources.
Reserve tanks.
Water quality certified by ESPH.
Interconnection to the municipal
recollection system.
Energy
Redundant electricity from the BELEN -
INTEL substation (the best in the
country).
Support system from the Heredia station.

65. Metro Park Clients
SERVICES MEDICAL INDUSTRY
4.4
2.2 Fiserv
Language Line
Amacai
Allergan
Medtech
Amoena
Equifax Intrapac
Qualfon Recoms Group
Sistemas Galileo
EDS OTHER INDUSTRIES
Prosix
Citadel Commerce Sara Lee – Hanes
Hilos A&E Tica Tex
Aval – Citibank Hilos A&E
Kain Holdings Intrapac Group
ACS Rex Cargo – Cytyc
Avventa Fedex
Lexington Group Samuel Aaron
Domenov ICG
Grupo Fesa
ELECTRONICS LMD
Corpit
TriQuint Pacific West
Oberg Industries Dispal
Ryan Manufacturing
Aetec
Controles de Corriente
EMC - Smiths

66. Metro Park Master Plan
4.4
2.2

67. Forum 2
4.5
2.2

68. Forum 2
Costa Rica’s most modern offices must be located where things are happening: Via Lindora, an
area surrounded by hotels, supermarkets, restaurants, shopping centers and exclusive residential
4.5
2.2
projects.
But in addition to location, the architecture would need to be avant-garde. Technology would need
to define life within these offices, for example: digital access control, power plants capable of
supplying electricity for 24 hours and countless other details available in developed countries.
Forum II challenges the notion of what office space looks and feels like, not only because of its
modern design but also because of its technology, truly making it an office complex for the new
millennium.
The future also speaks to a close connection to nature, which is why this project will have 7,000
square meters of plazas and recreational area.

69. Forum 2
Location
4.5
2.2 Located in the city of Santa Ana, just
10 minutes from San José and the
Juan Santamaría International
Airport. It is sorrounded by hotels,
shopping centers and residential
areas. Its strategic location
guarantees occupants and visitors
quick access to the business world’s
most important centers.

70. Forum 2
Infrastructure
•200,000 m2 of construction area and 60,000 m2 of rentable
4.5
2.2 area.
•7.5 hectares total land area
Phase one is compromised of three four-story buildings and
two underground levels for parking, already finished and
delivered.
Phase two is compromised of three four-story buildings and
two underground levels for parking, as well as a commercial
plaza, finished and delivered.
Phase three is compromised of three four-story buildings
and two underground levels for parking. Available.
The complete project is made up of 15 buildings for offices
and two parking platforms.
Forum 2 architects preferred a functionally intelligent
contemporary style of architecture. Viewed from the
outside, it is evident that the buildings feature a
combination of high technology and modern architecture
inside.

71. Forum 2
Infrastructure
The buildings have four stories and two underground levels of
4.5
2.2 parking. They are based on a 8.50 X 9 meter structural frame, with a
3-meter overhang surrounding the perimeter and starting from the
second story, which protects pedestrians on the ground floor from
the sun and rain.
Floor distribution is open; with 968.34 square meters of office space,
and a vertical shaft for stairs, elevators and other services located at
one end. Should several different owners/occupants occupy a floor,
there will be a 2.40-meter wide common area passage leading to the
outside emergency stairs.
Most buildings will be able to communicate with each other, making
them more efficient and adequate for future expansion by the
different companies. However, buildings may also be designed
according to client specifications.
Two elevators, each with a 14-person capacity, are located in each
building, as well as a large lobby area, main stairs with a fire door
and a panic bar, electrical and telephone rooms, cleaning room with
a garbage chute, and restrooms. Top quality finishes will be used in
the restrooms for easy maintenance and durability. Restrooms have
been designed in compliance with local standards for disabled
people and the “American Disability Act”. Office space will also have
mechanical ducts to facilitate the installation of private restrooms, as
well as coffee rooms, cleaning rooms, etc., if desired.

72. Forum 2
Clients
4.5
2.2 Free Zone
Western Union
Hewlett Packard
Oracle
Offices
Genesis Desarrolladores
Pacheco Coto Attorneys at Law
Wal-Mart
SUGEF

73. Forum 2
Services
4.5
Electricity and Telecommunications are provided by ICE (Instituto
2.2 Costarricense de Electricidad), RACSA and AMNET.
Restaurant facilities: Grao by Spoon & Subway
Fischel Drugstore
Natura Spa
Economy Rent a Car
Emergency Systems include
24-hour power service to cover 100 % of the supply demand with a
15 second response capability.
Complete fire control system that includes:
Fire alarms and a sprinkler system
Two emergency stairs per building
Water reservoir, fire pump, Jockey pump, metal piping, fire
extinguisher and hose cabinets on each floor.

74. El Cedral
4.6
2.2

75. El Cedral
A high level Corporate Center with the most demanding
construction quality standards and attractive
4.6
2.2 contemporary architecture, in harmony with the Cedral
forest in Escazú.

76. El Cedral
Location
4.6
2.2 In the main highway of Escazú-Santa Ana, soon to be the highway to the Central Pacific Coast
Infrastructure
Three 5 story buildings with a total of 15,000 m2 of rentable space
Land area: 12,000 m2
Services
Electricity and Telecommunications are provided by ICE (Instituto Costarricense de Electricidad),
RACSA and AMNET.
Emergency Systems include
24-hour power service to cover 100 % of the supply demand with a 15 second response capability.
Complete fire control system that includes:
Fire alarms and a sprinkler system.
Security Includes
CCTV and recording
Night monitoring
Restricted access

77. Eurocenter
4.7
2.2

78. Eurocenter
Eurocenter responds to a new concept of a business
center, especially designed to offer flexible solutions to
4.7
2.2 corporations that require strategic location, prestige and
presence in Central America.
Location
Located , in Aurora of Heredia,15 minutes away from the International
Airport Juan Santa Maria, close to a strategic area of industrial
development and hotels, free zones, social clubs and residential areas.

79. Eurocenter
Infrastructure
4.7
2.2 3 Integrated buildings, 2 Independent towers of 4 floors integrated by a central 5 floor module with
common areas.
23,000 m2 of rentable area
Land area: 14,000 m2
Services
Electricity and Telecommunications are provided by ICE (Instituto Costarricense de Electricidad),
RACSA and AMNET.
Emergency Systems include
24-hour power service to cover 100 % of the supply demand with a 15 second response capability.
Complete fire control system that includes:
Fire alarms and a sprinkler system.
Security Includes
CCTV and recording
Night monitoring
Restricted access

80. Eurocenter
Clients
4.7
2.2 DHL
Extralum Proyectos
TRAX TECH
OMNEX GROUP
TRICHEM
LACURE
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81. Zona Franca del Este
4.8
2.2

82. Zona Franca del Este
Zona Franca del Este is a modern and innovative Free Zone and Business
Park, oriented exclusively to service-providing companies such as
4.8
2.2 Customer Management Centers (CMC) and Business Process Operations
(BPO). Zona Franca del Este offers a unique combination of services and
a robust infrastructure which is able to connect worldwide networks,
meeting the requirements of multinational companies. We provide a
group of leading professionals to advise and accompany them over the
course of the installation of their companies. We make our best effort to
ensure that their work spaces unite the quality, esthetics and efficiency
that their companies require. Zona Franca del Este is developed by GBK
& FZBP, both Costa Rican companies, with significant experience
achieved through many years in real estate development and operation of
commercial developments and Free Zone Business Parks such as Global
Park, with 84 acres and Coyol Free Zone and Business Park, with 264
acres.

83. Zona Franca del Este
Location
4.8
2.2 Zona Franca del Este is strategically located within two miles from
Downtown San José, in Calle Blancos, and has close proximity to mayor
shopping areas, restaurants, and the nearby 23 educational institutions.
It's most outstanding feature is easy access for people, making the site
an ideal location for service-providing companies, with intense
concentration of employees

84. Zona Franca del Este
Infrastructure
4.8
2.2 Potable water system: Property is served by a reliable source of potable water from Acueductos y
Alcantarillados. In addition, ZFE has a Potable Reservoir Tank of 75 m3.
Electric Power: Three-phase high tension electricity at 34,5 KW big enough to serve current and
future project needs
Telecommunications system: project is currently served by two different providers, ICE (telephone
lines) and RACSA (Voice and Data).
Fiber Optic is provided by ICE from Telecom Distribution Room located in the Park.
Fire Protection System: ZFE has a 260 m3 tank with a fire pump and cabinets class three.
Waste water treatment plant
Services
Perimeter security 24/7
Maintenance of green areas and parking areas.
External maintenance of buildings.
Supervision and Maintenance of our own waste water treatment plant.
Refuse Collection
Custom house on site.
Direct Transportation Services

85. Zona Franca del Este
Clients
4.8
2.2

86. Zona Franca del Este Master Plan
4.8
2.2

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