VolkerFitzpatrick has been appointed principal contractor for a major new industrial development at Symmetry Park, Biggleswade, commissioned by Tritax Big Box Developments. The scheme will provide more than 827,000 square feet of high-quality industrial and office accommodation across five state-of-the-art units, positioning the site as a key logistics and distribution hub for the region. Designed to achieve a BREEAM Outstanding rating and an EPC A+, the project reflects both Tritax Big Box and VolkerFitzpatrick’s shared commitment to delivering future-ready, energy-efficient developments that support the UK’s net-zero targets. The units, ranging in size from 65,847 to 287,200 square feet, will each include integrated Grade A office space. The development will also feature extensive external works, including service yards, car parking, drainage, landscaping and utility connections. British bakery brand Warburtons has already been confirmed as the first occupier. Construction began earlier this year, with VolkerFitzpatrick placing a strong emphasis on local engagement and environmental responsibility. The contractor is working with local supply chain partners, creating employment opportunities, offering apprenticeships, and supporting community initiatives. Recent efforts include contributions to Biggleswade Food Bank, fundraising for local charities, and volunteering at the Herald Resource Centre, a facility run by learning disability charity Hft, where the team helped improve outdoor spaces. Stuart Deverill, Managing Director of VolkerFitzpatrick’s Building Division, said: “This project is a fantastic opportunity to showcase our expertise in delivering sustainable, large-scale industrial developments. Targeting BREEAM Outstanding reflects our commitment to environmental excellence, and we’re equally proud of the social value we’re bringing to the local community throughout the build.” Tom Leeming, Development Director at Tritax Big Box, added: “We are delighted to be working with VolkerFitzpatrick on this strategically important development. Their proven track record in delivering complex industrial projects makes them the ideal partner for this next phase of growth at Biggleswade.” The Biggleswade scheme marks another milestone in VolkerFitzpatrick’s delivery of sustainable, high-quality industrial facilities that meet the needs of modern logistics and distribution networks. Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals

Panattoni, the world’s largest privately owned industrial developer, has completed the construction of Panattoni Park Milton Keynes, a premier two-unit logistics development totalling 794,807 sq ft at Junction 14 of the M1. In parallel, the company has acquired a nearby five-acre site on Yeomans Drive and submitted plans for Panattoni Milton Keynes 100, a 94,025 sq ft speculative warehouse scheduled for completion in Q3 2026. The newly completed park comprises two high-specification units: Unit MK 450 (450,479 sq ft) and Unit MK 345(344,328 sq ft). Both offer 18-metre clear internal heights, 50 kN/m² floor loading, and 55-metre service yards. MK 450 includes 40 dock-level doors, two level-access doors, and 4 MVA of power, while MK 345 offers 28 dock doors, two level-access doors, and 2.7 MVA. Together, they provide 698 car parking spaces and 233 trailer bays. Strategically located just three minutes from Junction 14 of the M1, the park is within 51 miles of Central London, and under 75 minutes from both Heathrow and East Midlands airports. It benefits from a local working-age population of 168,400 within a 30-minute drive – expected to grow by 7.8% (51,460 people) by 2030. Both units have been constructed to net-zero carbon standards and have achieved BREEAM “Outstanding” certification and EPC A ratings. Features include LED lighting, low-carbon concrete, and electric vehicle-ready infrastructure – delivering reduced operational emissions and compliance with future environmental standards. Panattoni’s newly acquired site nearby – Milton Keynes 100 – will deliver a 94,025 sq ft logistics facility with 12.5m clear internal height, 35m yard depth, nine dock doors, two level-access doors, and a 750 kVA power supply. The design includes 8,127 sq ft of mezzanine office space, 105 car parking bays, 21 HGV spaces, 22 EV charging points, rainwater harvesting and solar PV. This development will also be built to net-zero carbon construction and target BREEAM “Outstanding” and EPC A credentials. On 10 July, Panattoni hosted local authorities, logistics companies, agents, and community stakeholders at a launch event at Panattoni Park. Attendees toured the completed facilities, explored their sustainability features, and previewed plans for the MK 100 development—demonstrating the strong market demand for future-ready logistics space within the UK’s Golden Triangle. James Watson, Head of Development, Southern England, Panattoni, comments: “The completion of Panattoni Park Milton Keynes marks a major milestone in our UK portfolio, delivering exceptional, sustainable logistics space in a key strategic location. With the acquisition of MK 100, we’re continuing our commitment to speculative development in areas of strong occupier demand, supporting regional growth and supply chain resilience.” Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals