The Western Queens area, including neighborhoods like Long Island City, Maspeth, Astoria, & Woodside, has long been a significant industrial hub in Queens, known for its mix of manufacturing, warehousing, and distribution centers as well as its proximity to Manhattan. Despite residential rezoning along the waterfronts in Long Island City and Astoria, Western Queens still retains a substantial industrial presence and has further evolved into a major hub for the film and television industry.
Maspeth in particular has remained a predominantly industrial area. As the geographic center of New York City, is a strategic location for logistics, distribution and warehousing as well as heavy manufacturing.
Proximity to Major Highways: Strategically located near major highways such as the Long Island Expressway (I-495), Brooklyn-Queens Expressway (I-278), and Grand Central Parkway.
Access to Bridges and Tunnels: Convenient access to several key bridges and tunnels, including the Queensboro Bridge (59th Street Bridge), Triborough Bridge (Robert F. Kennedy Bridge), and Queens-Midtown Tunnel.
Public Transportation Hubs: Served by multiple subway lines (such as the 7, N, W, E, M, R) and bus routes, providing residents and workers with extensive public transportation options.
Proximity to Airports: Close to LaGuardia Airport, one of New York City's major airports, facilitating convenient access for businesses involved in logistics and transportation.