The award-winning team at SO Resi has launched an innovative new shared ownership sales agency for external parties, be it other housing associations, local authority housing providers, investment funds or private developers. In the spirit of sharing best practice, the team wants to share their approach to ensure greater access
Every homeowner requires a trustworthy roofer whom they can count on when they need roof repairs. Finding the best roofing expert can be challenging if it’s the first time you are hiring. Roof replacement isn’t a frequent activity, and thus many companies do not care about offering quality services. Therefore,
The Party Wall Act 1996 governs building work that affects a shared wall, boundary or structure between adjoining properties. It sets out the specific process that must be followed to protect the interests of both Building Owners and Adjoining Owners. The Act typically applies to loft conversions, basement excavations, building
When it comes to starting a business, there are various realms that you can look to go down, from selling services to making and selling products, there are a lot of options to choose from. However, if you are not someone who wants to create and sell their own brand
New businesses are springing up as people are finding ways to earn money. The increase in eCommerce, warehousing as well as the logistics industry can be seen. There are many warehouses present in some countries which try and meet the requirements of online retailers as well as consumers. It is
The Ellen Terry building, a former cinema in the heart of Coventry University’s city centre campus, is to be given an internal transformation by refurbishment specialist Overbury. The art deco building which has been a characteristic feature of Coventry’s city centre landscape since 1880 is now the home of the
• £460,000 award from Local Growth Fund will be used to create an additional cut-through to ease traffic flow at NEC roundabout • The scheme forms part of plans to provide the robust infrastructure needed to support anticipated growth within the area The Urban Growth Company (UGC) is continuing to
A Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) between Platinum Electrical Engineering and Northumbria University has received the highest possible rating by an independent assessor. One of the outputs of the KTP is a new Building Additive Manufacturing (BAM) capability which ‘prints’ the complete structure of a building by autonomously depositing concrete layer
Specialist developer and investor Network Space today announced that it has sold four property assets comprising more than 400,000 sq. ft of prime industrial and logistics real estate across the north of England to 4th Industrial (“4i”), a new venture backed by TPG Real Estate Partners. Included in the deal
Over 30,000 sq ft of Mid-Box Industrial Space Let At Parkside Business Park One of the UK’s leading fleet vehicle conversion specialists, MIS Conversions Ltd, has sublet a 32,148 sq ft Grade A, mid-box warehouse unit at the strategically located Parkside Business Park in Doncaster. CBRE and Gent Visick acted
The award-winning team at SO Resi has launched an innovative new shared ownership sales agency for external parties, be it other housing associations, local authority housing providers, investment funds or private developers. In the spirit of sharing best practice, the team wants to share their approach to ensure greater access to affordable homes, especially for those looking to buy a home in the current economic climate. SO Resi Agency will offer partners an extensive database of would-be buyers looking for shared ownership homes. Coupled with this, owing to its strong market presence SO Resi has on average 50,000-60,000 visitors to their website every month. The service the team can provide is twofold; from finding buyers to taking customers through to legal completion, utilising their internal processes to help get sales across the line. The agency service will allow users to advertise their property on the SO Resi Agency website and access the teams’ expertise including marketing and sales support. Diana Alam, Head of Sales at Metropolitan Thames Valley Housing, comments: “With lending becoming more challenging at entry level, and an economic backdrop that presents challenges to homebuyers, more and more people are looking to shared ownership as a way to get into the market, or upsize without the risk of taking on a burdensome mortgage. “We have been inundated with people interested in shared ownership, which is why we are excited to be launching a new sales agency dedicated to shared ownership housing. We are looking forward to sharing best practice, but more importantly providing buyers with access to more affordable homes and promoting the many benefits offered by shared ownership.” Over the last six months, Metropolitan Thames Valley Housing has been working closely with ReSI Housing, a for-profit Registered Provider managed by Gresham House, a for-profit fund, and together the partnership has brought forward 138 new homes to the Shared Ownership Market. It hopes to replicate this with other funds, housing associations and local authority providers to share best practice and more choice. Diana Alam adds: “We have already established a number of partnerships through SO Resi Agency, with high levels of reservations recorded for recently launched properties on behalf of our partners. Partnerships are vital in accelerating the delivery of affordable homes across the country, and we hope to continue to work with those in the industry to provide aspirational buyers with the opportunity to own their own home.” To find out more about SO Resi Agency, visit www.soagency.co.uk or call 020 3369 0273.
Every homeowner requires a trustworthy roofer whom they can count on when they need roof repairs. Finding the best roofing expert can be challenging if it’s the first time you are hiring. Roof replacement isn’t a frequent activity, and thus many companies do not care about offering quality services. Therefore, a homeowner should be careful while settling for a roofing contractor. Services from a good roofing company will give you peace of mind and help you save money on constant repairs. Check the following qualities of a good roofing company. Use of Quality Materials A good roofing company will ensure the client uses the best quality materials when roofing. Many companies are after money and not the client’s interest. Cheap is expensive, and if the roofing materials are substandard, the homeowner will be at a loss. Good Communication Skills A homeowner should know the progress of the roofing project. Therefore, a reputable contractor should be transparent and honest. They should also be available to answer questions at any time with relevant facts. A good company should also have a website where you can reach them when not at the site. Check how they respond to other clients and their reviews. Do they have positive or negative reviews on customer service? From there, you will be able to gauge them. Local Referrals Hiring a local company comes with lots of benefits. First, the company is well known in your area and so is its reputation. The company is also aware of the area’s weather conditions, so they are best in advising you of the right roofing materials. In addition to that, a local company will be easy to follow in case something comes up. On the contrary, a far company may not always respond to problems quickly. Lastly, a good company that offers services for roofing Edmonton has a reputation to maintain, and therefore, quality roofing is what they strive to offer to their clients. Experience Experience is non-negotiable when looking for a roofing company. Poor installation is the leading cause of roofing problems. You may buy standard materials, but if the contractor is inexperienced, your roof will have issues. Check the number of years the company has been operational to determine its experience level. Consider companies with more than five years’ experience. License and Insurance A good company should have insurance for its employees and subcontractors. You can ask for a copy of the insurance certificate for validation purposes. Uninsured employees can cause extra charges to a homeowner in case he/she gets an accident at the site. Most states require licenses from roofing companies. If you are in such a place, ensure the company has a valid license. Warranty A roofing project is an expensive venture. Therefore, a good company should provide a warranty on material quality and workmanship. It is advisable to know the number of warranty years a company is offering. You can always shop around and compare with other companies before making a decision. You will have peace of mind and assurance that the company will provide nothing but excellent installation.
The Party Wall Act 1996 governs building work that affects a shared wall, boundary or structure between adjoining properties. It sets out the specific process that must be followed to protect the interests of both Building Owners and Adjoining Owners. The Act typically applies to loft conversions, basement excavations, building extensions and similar types of construction work in terraced or semi-detached homes. But what about building work in the garden? You may well think that a new building at the bottom of the garden would not fall within the scope of the Act, but you could be wrong. Take the example of a homeowner wishing to build a standalone garden office. Building a garden office As a result of the recent lockdowns, home working is now not only far more widespread than ever before, but many people are expressing a desire to work from home permanently, at least some of the time. And with living space in the home under increasing pressure, the creation of an office in the garden is a popular solution. The good news is that a garden office less than 2.5 metres in height that is used as a home office (as opposed to business premises) is likely to fall within permitted development rights. However, it is always worth checking with the local authority to obtain confirmation that no planning consent is required. When it comes to the garden, the Party Wall Act does not apply to boundary fences, however it does apply to a garden wall that either abuts or sits astride the boundary line, even if the wall does not form part of any building. It also applies to brick-built sheds, though not timber sheds. And it applies to excavations in the garden near a neighbouring property. Is Party Wall Notice required? The Party Wall Act states that any work that could affect the structural integrity or support function of the party wall or structure, or could damage the neighbouring side of the wall, must be notified. This includes Demolishing and/or rebuilding a party boundary wall Increasing the thickness or height of the party boundary wall Excavating within 3 metres of a neighbouring building or structure and to a greater depth than the foundations of the neighbouring building or structure Excavating within 6 metres of a neighbouring building or structure and to a depth that is below a 45° downward line drawing from the bottom of the foundations of the neighbouring building. “The first point to consider is whether there are any shared or adjoining structures within 3 metres of the foundations to the proposed annexe,” advises party wall expert Peter Barry Surveyors. If the answer is yes, and the foundations are deeper than those to the shared or adjoining structure, Notice under section 6 of the Party Wall Act must be served. “If the external walls of the annexe are at the boundary, Notice will need to be served under section 1 of the Act.” How to serve Notice For building works in the garden, Notice must be served to all affected adjoining owners, following the process set out in the Party Wall Act. It must include the following details: Property address Details of property owners Full description of the proposed garden construction works Proposed start date for the work Date the Notice is being served Clear statement that Notice is served under the Party Wall Act Detailed drawing for any excavations Furthermore, there are clear timescales to be observed in order to comply with party wall legislation. If the planned works affect a garden boundary wall or excavation, Notice must be served at least one month before the intended start date. Each neighbouring party has 14 days in which to give their written consent, otherwise the Notice is deemed to be in dispute. If there is a dispute, the parties can appoint a single Agreed Surveyor, or each party can appoint their own surveyor, who will determine a fair and impartial Party Wall Award in line with their statutory responsibilities. Once you have agreement, all works carried out in the garden must comply with the Notice. Clearly, as with any building work affecting neighbours, it is best practice to reach a friendly agreement in the first instance, regardless of whether Notice needs to be served for the creation of a garden office. In the interests of continued harmonious neighbourly relations, it is advisable to informally discuss the intended works, consider the neighbours’ comments and amend the plans if at all possible, before serving formal Party Wall Notice.
When it comes to starting a business, there are various realms that you can look to go down, from selling services to making and selling products, there are a lot of options to choose from. However, if you are not someone who wants to create and sell their own brand of products but still wants to create product ranges, you might want to consider starting a business that manufacturers products for other companies. There is very high income potential within this area; there’s fantastic potential for success, it’s just a case of taking the time to think about how you can go about launching this kind of business. It’s the kind of startup that takes a lot of time, effort and money and can take time to get going. However, with the right approach you can see some fantastic levels of success and amazing growth in a short period of time. Bearing that in mind, below is a guide to the steps that you can take to make your new concept a success. Read on for all of the best tips and pieces of advice that you need! Find the right location The first step to seeing success from starting a business that creates products for other companies is to find the right location. You need to select a location that’s accessible and has good transport links, it’s also worthwhile selecting somewhere that’s close to major distribution centres as this may make product distribution and logistics simpler and more affordable. You also need to think about the size of your facility and how large you would like it to be; do you plan on fulfilling mass orders or do you want to simply work with small, bespoke orders? Create a strong ethos that sets you apart It’s also a good idea to take the time to create a strong ethos that sets you apart from your competitors. If you want to boost your chances of seeing success, it’s worth thinking about creating a niche for your business, such as being an eco-friendly and sustainable product producer, for example, or being a producer that only manufacturers vegan approved products. Having a niche can help to define your success, so it’s something that it’s worth thinking about. Invest in key tools If you are going to build a viable business, it’s vital that you take steps to invest in the key tools that you need to see success. This means thinking about your budget and how much vital tools like chemical scales for instance, will cost you to invest in. If you want to give your business a good chance of success, you need to have the right tools in place. If you’re worried about your budget, perhaps you could consider looking into sourcing some financial backing to help make your business concept a more viable one. There you have it, a few simple tips to make starting a business that manufacturers products for other companies a little easier.
New businesses are springing up as people are finding ways to earn money. The increase in eCommerce, warehousing as well as the logistics industry can be seen. There are many warehouses present in some countries which try and meet the requirements of online retailers as well as consumers. It is important to have inventory management if you want to be efficient in your business. Prompt and the right delivery of products helps the business out. An area of warehouse management includes the pallet rack systems. This store organizes, as well as keeps products secure from harm. It is important to choose the right pallet racks if you want the business to run smoothly. The following points can be considered if you are looking for good Pallet Racks: Storage requirements Look at the type of products that your business has. These can be classified by looking at their density, weight, shelf life as well as the frequency of delivery. By keeping in mind this data, it is possible to figure out the rack and shelving which you will require. It is important to note that drive-on racking systems will be good when wanting to store items classified as bulk. These are not good for products with high selectivity. When looking at selective pallet racking, this is better for storing a large inventory of varying products and in small quantities. Your budget All businesses and departments possess a budget that has to be followed. The warehouse is no exception to this. You need to keep in mind how much the pallet rack will cost the company. Expenses get divided into three areas, i.e., the storage system, design, as well as installation. You may want to get the low-priced merchandise so that money can be saved. However, you need to be conscious of buying these and not looking at quality. It is better to consider pallet racks which are available at competitive prices instead of getting cheaper ones. Investing in good pallet racks can be cost-effective as you will not have to replace these often. You can have a look at second-hand Dexion pallet racking. If you are on a budget consider buying from a good brand and an excellent-quality second-hand product. Consider adaptability When a business grows, its storage requirements increase also. a business may create new products that they want to sell. The pallet racks should adapt to alterations to handle whatever changes occur. It is better to select storage racks that can be adjusted when slight alterations and major changes to the present system occur. Durability A collapsing pallet rack claims to be a major cause of warehouse accidents. People can get debilitating injuries or damage to merchandise. You can stop these issues from occurring by selecting durable as well as robust pallet racks. The storage system must be able to handle bumps. Look at the weight capacity of shelves which are chosen. Warehouse management is important for any business. This can impact how successful the daily activities are. Select a good pallet racking system which will keep your merchandise safe.
The Ellen Terry building, a former cinema in the heart of Coventry University’s city centre campus, is to be given an internal transformation by refurbishment specialist Overbury. The art deco building which has been a characteristic feature of Coventry’s city centre landscape since 1880 is now the home of the media and performing arts courses at Coventry University, and is named after Dame Ellen Terry, a star of the Victorian age and one of the leading Shakespearian actresses of her time. The university and Overbury plan to breathe new life into the building’s specialist facilities, remodelling and upgrading its theatre and performance changing rooms as well as its teaching areas, taking the building’s utility and flexibility to the next level. The investment is part of Coventry University’s commitment to seek to create world-class environments to maximise the quality of the student, teaching and learning experiences and spaces it has to offer. The Ellen Terry building boasts a range of versatile features including a music studio, computer suites, darkrooms and performance spaces, all tailored to the needs of those studying courses linked to photography, performing arts, media, film-making, popular music and more. Overbury will be working alongside architects at Robothams, project managers and quantity surveyors at Gardiner & Theobald and mechanical and engineering consultants at Stuart Turner to deliver the internal transformation. The refurbishment is the latest project in a long-standing relationship between Coventry University and Overbury, which has seen large-scale refurbishments at the Sir William Lyons Building, the Whitefriars Building and the Richard Crossman Building in the past. Work is due to start in February and is expected to take 10 weeks to complete. Dr Shaun Hides, Academic Dean of Coventry University’s Faculty of Arts and Humanities, said: “This is another fine example of the university’s investment in our faculty’s infrastructure and our commitment to providing excellent learning spaces for our students to take advantage of. “We’re delighted with the ambition and support the university is showing through this development, which is a key part in the major investment in our faculty’s future. Together, these projects will take our Arts and Humanities facilities to the next level, giving our students access to innovative spaces that will support distinctive and truly cutting-edge approaches to creative and collaborative learning.” Penny Mitchell, Business Development Manager for Overbury, said: “Over the last few years Overbury has built a strong and successful relationship with Coventry University and we’re committed to building on this partnership by delivering to the highest standard. “It’s inspiring to see Coventry University commit to investing in its buildings during a global pandemic, to ensure its students can access the best facilities possible in a safe and secure environment. Just like the rest of the world, the university is adapting and placing wellbeing and student experience at the heart of its spaces. “We’re working alongside our partners using additional measures to ensure our work can be completed safely within the pandemic and are looking forward to seeing the project come to life.” Find out more about this project and Overbury by going to www.overbury.com
• £460,000 award from Local Growth Fund will be used to create an additional cut-through to ease traffic flow at NEC roundabout • The scheme forms part of plans to provide the robust infrastructure needed to support anticipated growth within the area The Urban Growth Company (UGC) is continuing to progress its ambitious plans for the UK Central Hub in Solihull after securing an additional £460,000 of match funding from the Greater Birmingham and Solihull Local Enterprise Partnership’s (GBSLEP) Local Growth Fund to help improve a key traffic roundabout. The funding – alongside the £2.1 million previously awarded by the West Midlands Combined Authority in 2019 – will be used to design an additional traffic-easing measure to a roundabout currently located at the edge of the NEC campus. The introduction of a new cut-through will ease current traffic flow and ensure that existing infrastructure is able to support future planned growth associated with the arrival of HS2 and the new development at the nearby Arden Cross site. The roundabout improvement scheme – scheduled to be completed by June 2022 – is pre-emptive in anticipation of planned growth, minimising disruption, delivering cost savings and future-proofing the area for continuing development. The UGC-led scheme will create a cut-through that allows traffic travelling north to continue straight-on without having to enter the roundabout. The aim is to ease traffic leaving the NEC at Northway (the arm after the A452) and prevent it backing up on the A452. Sue Barrett, Commercial & Contracts Director at the UGC, said: “We are delighted to have received this funding boost from the LEP which is about so much more than a change to a roundabout design. Smaller, individual improvement schemes like this make significant contributions to our broader, strategic vision for The Hub. They serve as critical enablers for growth by ensuring the area continues to enjoy unrivalled road, rail and air connectivity. “Our approach to future-proof The Hub also creates the confidence needed to attract future investment that will enable the major economic boost we plan to deliver in terms of jobs and homes. It’s also important that we look to a post -Covid future and ensure that our infrastructure supports the recovery of the major stakeholders across The Hub – the NEC and Birmingham Airport will be looking to ramp up their businesses again as soon as possible and this sort of project will help them to do that.” Michael Steventon, Non-executive board director at GBSLEP said: “Investing in infrastructure is an integral part of our work as it opens up access to businesses, workers, visitors and people living in the area. The longabout project will ensure traffic will keep flowing though Solihull and Birmingham – an important commuter corridor with its close proximity to the NEC and Birmingham Airport. Furthermore, with the development of HS2 and the new I nterchange Station, there is great potential for economic development in the area. We continue to work with our partners in the public and private sectors to create opportunities for inclusive economic g rowth as we look towards a post-Covid recovery.” Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council, said: “Congratulations to the UGC and our transport team for securing the funds as well as coming up with a solution to this complex project. Working with UGC and other partners, we will continue to maximise the economic benefit of HS2 coming to Solihull. This funding will mean we can ensure easy access to The Hub and improved traffic flow in the area.” For more information about GBSLEP, please visit the website, subscribe to its newsletter or followon Twitter and LinkedIn.
A Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) between Platinum Electrical Engineering and Northumbria University has received the highest possible rating by an independent assessor. One of the outputs of the KTP is a new Building Additive Manufacturing (BAM) capability which ‘prints’ the complete structure of a building by autonomously depositing concrete layer by layer from the ground upwards. The BAM capability reduces build cost and time, as well as making a significant contribution to net-zero by streamlining the supply chain, reducing construction materials transportation and waste to near net-zero. Cement usage is reduced by using alternative waste materials from steel and coal industries. Now the partnership has been rated as “outstanding” by Innovate UK, the UK’s innovation agency. Knowledge Transfer Adviser, John Clayton, of the Knowledge Transfer Network, supported the KTP throughout and commented: “This was an extremely challenging and complex project. The impressive results, demonstrated by this Outstanding grade, were achieved through excellent collaboration among the company and university team, led by KTP Associate Laurence whose performance, insight and team-working was exemplary throughout the KTP.” Associate Laurence Foster, in collaboration with academics from Northumbria’s Faculty of Engineering and Environment and the Platinum project team, worked on-site at Platinum’s premises in Gateshead to take the project through a detailed two-year project plan involving discovery, technology development, prototyping, testing, and continual enhancements. The Project focussed on the BAM potential for building affordable housing and involved creating bespoke additive manufacturing equipment and software. The aim was to create a prototype device capable of the in-situ manufacture of two-storey structures and eventually a row of terraced houses. Deployment of the BAM equipment on a housing project will reduce build costs and times and deliver new homes more rapidly, addressing the UK’s housing crisis. Platinum are continuing to develop the technology and collaborate with the university, headed by Associate Professor Phil Hackney, an expert in Rapid Manufacturing. The follow-on project, In-situ Building Advanced Construction (IBAC), also represents a major innovation for UK construction in its approach towards net-zero carbon by 2050. Laurence and the team have already been in talks with several Councils, housing providers, and architechtural organisations to explore collaborative projects using the BAM technologies developed in the KTP. Commenting on the KTP, Laurence said: “This project has opened my eyes to the huge potential benefits to industries and wider socio-economic implications through the development of newly emerging innovative systems. I’ve honed my CAD design, 3D printing and project management skills to enable realisation of the second known additive manufacture system in the UK capable of printing concrete. “I believe this opportunes positive disruption for the construction industry and its traditional methodologies, through adoption of advanced automated manufacturing technologies. This provides new and alternative ways for structures to be built with safer practices and significantly reduced costs, emissions, wastage and timescales compared to existing industry norms.” KTP Associates have a hybrid role, working at the company, with regular visits from Academic staff to supervise the project and discuss with the company team. Laurence was able to learn from his colleagues in Platinum, including his company supervisor Adam Viney, Electrical Control Engineer, and to collaborate with leading researchers in Northumbria’s Department of Mechanical and Construction Engineering on the investigation of deposition of cementatious materials. Laurence is now employed by Platinum in a new role as Lead R&D Engineer, and continues to work on a range of projects, including the continuation from the KTP project. Gateshead-based Platinum Electrical Engineering designs and manufactures bespoke electrical machinery, control systems, and equipment for clients in manufacturing, defence, aviation, and automation. Their strategy is to exploit their unique engineering expertise working collaboratively with partners to develop innovative solutions for industry and societal challenges. Their approach, led by Managing Director Stephen Maltby, of combining engineering expertise, market insights, IIOT, and partnership building underpinned the KTP. Stephen explained that BAM has enabled long term relationships and future projects, with interest from several academic establishments and industry collaborators already in play. Knowledge Transfer Partnerships (KTPs) are an Innovate UK programme, designed to enable collaboration between academia and industry, facilitating the transfer of knowledge and technology to increase competitivity and to promote an innovation culture. Northumbria has a long track record of successfully collaborating with small and large businesses on KTPs. Phil Hackney commented: ‘KTPs are a great way for the university to build a long-term relationship with a company and for Academics to learn about their business-critical industrial challenges and create a route to high impact for their research. “Our KTP with Platinum helped the company embed new knowledge in additive manufacturing and, in Laurence, they have a new, highly skilled motivated member of the team ready to take on the next project.” To find out more please vist Northumbria’s Mechanical and Construction Engineering department page. Find out more about KTPs at https://www.ktp-uk.org/ Find out more about Northumbria University KTP case studies. Northumbria is a research-rich, business-focused, professional university with a global reputation for academic excellence. Find out more about us at www.northumbria.ac.uk
Specialist developer and investor Network Space today announced that it has sold four property assets comprising more than 400,000 sq. ft of prime industrial and logistics real estate across the north of England to 4th Industrial (“4i”), a new venture backed by TPG Real Estate Partners. Included in the deal are mid-box industrial schemes at Tunstall Arrow South in Stoke-on-Trent – an award winning, fully let 126,000 sq. ft scheme on a 28-acre former colliery site completed in 2018 – and the newly completed 110,000 sq. ft Ashroyd Business Park in Barnsley, South Yorkshire. The deal also includes two light industrial and urban logistics development sites in Liverpool, on which Network Space will deliver 104,000 sq. ft at Estuary Commerce Park and 72,000 sq. ft at Brookfield Business Park. Both schemes will provide a mix of high-quality units which are in short supply. NSM Property and Asset Management will be retained to manage all sites. Richard Ainscough, of Network Space, said: “This deal marks the beginning of a new and exciting relationship with 4th Industrial and TPG Real Estate. Partnerships with respected investors are a core part of our business and we look forward to working with 4th Industrial on this and more. Our investors credibility is matched by our own, we specialise in industrial property across the North of England, providing a unique high-quality solution for development, management and origination.” Derek Heathwood, Managing Director of 4i said: “We are excited to acquire these four high-quality sites. Our strategy focuses on buying quality multi-let light-industrial properties in key UK submarkets. This transaction provides a strong foundation on which to build a platform of scale, placing 4i firmly on the map.” Michiel Celis, Managing Director at TPG Real Estate said: “We have been impressed with the Network Space team and with the quality of the properties they deliver. This transaction is a first step in what we hope will be a very productive cooperation between 4th Industrial and Network Space.” Simon Wood, Director at B8 Real Estate, industrial agents for Network Space, added: “We are not only seeing huge investment demand but continued strong occupational demand across the North of England with a really worrying lack of supply of quality schemes such as this coming through. We are really pleased to be involved with such experienced individuals in Network Space, TPG and 4i in forming this partnership to develop out much-needed quality stock and to build out this platform which we believe will be a great success”. Tunstall Arrow South was the West Midlands’ Regeneration Project of the Year, and one of the most successful recent industrial developments in the region, as part of the Ceramic Valley Enterprise Zone. It is now home to Q-Railing, Boels Rental, Premac-Generac UK, DHL Express and SG Fleet Solutions. Ashroyd Business Park is located at Junction 36 of the M1, directly off the Dearne Valley Parkway. A speculatively delivered scheme consisting of five industrial units ranging from 11,000 to 53,000 sq. ft. Brookfield Business Park in Aintree, Liverpool, has consent for a 72,000 sq. ft across 11 units, with easy access to the M57 and A580. Estuary Commerce Park is the lastremaining frontage plot facing Speke Boulevard of the successful wider commercial area. It offers 104,000 sq. ft across 11 units.
Over 30,000 sq ft of Mid-Box Industrial Space Let At Parkside Business Park One of the UK’s leading fleet vehicle conversion specialists, MIS Conversions Ltd, has sublet a 32,148 sq ft Grade A, mid-box warehouse unit at the strategically located Parkside Business Park in Doncaster. CBRE and Gent Visick acted on behalf of Heat Exchange Group Ltd to secure the sublease. MIS Conversions Ltd will occupy Unit C, a modern, detached industrial unit which includes ground and first floor office space and a large secure yard with car parking, including electric car charging points. The detached unit forms part of the 27-acre, 240,000 sq ft Parkside Business Park which is located just off the A638 Wheatley Hall Road and close to the M18 and A1(M). Unit D at Parkside Business Park, comprising 29,826 sq ft, is also available for immediate occupation with almost 5,000 sq ft of office space. Danielle Raunjak from CBRE’s Industrial team commented: “This latest letting at the Parkside Industrial Park in South Yorkshire demonstrates the continued high demand and appeal of mid-box warehouse facilities of this calibre, which have been brought to market to support acute supply shortages in the region. Yorkshire remains resilient during the pandemic with the region representing around 30% of all the UK logistics take-up last year.”