Commercial : Industrial News
Hillwood lets Q40 at Quattro, Raunds, to GXP-Storage Ltd

Hillwood lets Q40 at Quattro, Raunds, to GXP-Storage Ltd

Hillwood, a leading global real estate investor and developer, has let Unit Q40 at Quattro, Raunds — 41,046 sq ft — to GXP-Storage Ltd (“GXPS”).  The lease was completed within six weeks of agreeing on Heads of Terms. Q40 will operate under the same regulatory-compliant quality system, facility, and equipment

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Railpen commences works on South Mimms X industrial development

Railpen commences works on South Mimms X industrial development

Railpen, manager of the UK’s around £36bn railways pension scheme, has started construction works at South Mimms X, a 122,820 sq ft exceptionally well-connected logistics and industrial development. With completion targeted for Spring 2027, it will be the latest addition to Railpen’s growing industrial portfolio, which comprises state-of-the-art, prime Grade

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Panattoni submits plans for 1 million sq ft at Panattoni Park Maidstone

Panattoni submits plans for 1 million sq ft at Panattoni Park Maidstone

Panattoni, the world’s largest privately owned developer of industrial real estate, has submitted a hybrid planning application for Panattoni Park Maidstone, a major new 1.04 million sq ft industrial and logistics development in Kent. The application includes detailed proposals for the first phase, comprising two units of 100,000 sq ft

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Prologis supports Relay's rapid UK growth at Prologis Park West London

Prologis supports Relay’s rapid UK growth at Prologis Park West London

Prologis UK, a leading logistics property owner, developer and investor, has leased DC5b at Prologis Park West London to Relay, supporting the company’s continued expansion across the UK. The agreement builds on Relay’s successful presence at DC5a Prologis Park West London, where the business established its UK operations and has since

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Hillwood Investment Properties Secures £76.4m Development Financing from Affinius Capital for UK Logistics Portfolio

Hillwood Investment Properties Secures £76.4m Development Financing from Affinius Capital for UK Logistics Portfolio

Hillwood Investment Properties (“Hillwood”) has closed a £76.4 million development financing facility with Affinius Capital for two ground-up logistics developments in the UK totalling approximately 329,659 sq ft of modern warehouse space. The facility is structured across sub-facilities supporting the two schemes, alongside dedicated finance, carry cost and earnout tranches.

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Padrock agrees 7,650 sq ft letting to refurb contractor McConnell at £95m, 173,380 sq ft Dagenham Logistics Hub

Padrock agrees 7,650 sq ft letting to refurb contractor McConnell at £95m, 173,380 sq ft Dagenham Logistics Hub

Specialist logistics developer Padrock has announced the letting of a 7,650 sq ft unit at its Grade A Dagenham Logistics Hub development to retrofit and refurbishment contractor McConnell. The new facility will support McConnell’s operations in east London, providing storage space to help deliver its refurbishment, maintenance, retrofit, energy efficiency,

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Winvic completes major civils and infrastructure works at SEGRO Logistics Park Northampton

Winvic completes major civils and infrastructure works at SEGRO Logistics Park Northampton

Winvic Construction Ltd, a leading main contractor specialising in the design and delivery of private and public sector construction and civil engineering projects, has completed the civils and infrastructure programme and two industrial facilities at SEGRO Logistics Park Northampton, a Nationally Significant Infrastructure Project (NSIP), marking a major milestone in

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Glencar Secures New Industrial Development at Valor Park Enfield

Glencar Secures New Industrial Development at Valor Park Enfield

Glencar has been appointed by Valor Real Estate to deliver Valor Park Enfield, a 109,031 sq ft Grade A industrial and logistics development in North London, further strengthening the successful partnership between the two organisations. Located at Millmarsh Lane, Enfield, the design and build project will deliver a high-specification industrial

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Prologis Expands UK Logistics Platform with Trafford Park Acquisition

Prologis Expands UK Logistics Platform with Trafford Park Acquisition

Site advances Prologis’ long-term investment plans in the North West Prologis UK has acquired an 8.66-acre regeneration site at Trafford Park in Greater Manchester, adding to its UK portfolio and extending into the North West, a market identified as a strategic priority for the business. Located on Barton Dock Road,

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Issue 343 : Aug 2026

Commercial : Industrial News

Hillwood lets Q40 at Quattro, Raunds, to GXP-Storage Ltd

Hillwood lets Q40 at Quattro, Raunds, to GXP-Storage Ltd

Hillwood, a leading global real estate investor and developer, has let Unit Q40 at Quattro, Raunds — 41,046 sq ft — to GXP-Storage Ltd (“GXPS”).  The lease was completed within six weeks of agreeing on Heads of Terms. Q40 will operate under the same regulatory-compliant quality system, facility, and equipment standards, and GXP-Guardian® platform as other GXPS facilities in the US, giving clients a single view of their materials across every storage environment, from controlled ambient to cryogenic.  It places scalable, restricted-access storage capacity within reach of the UK’s principal life sciences clusters.  Fit-out is underway, with the facility commissioned and operational by November 2026. Quattro comprises four speculatively built “mid-box” units from 10,867 to 117,552 sq ft, completed in March 2026.  The letting follows 80,747 sq ft to furniture retailer Nick Scali in June 2026, meaning two of the scheme’s four units are now let.  These buildings are BREEAM “Excellent” certified and EPC “A” rated, and adjoin the A45, with links to the Midlands and, via the A14, the East of England. “Two lettings agreed within four months of practical completion says a great deal about occupier demand for well-specified mid-box space on the A45 corridor, as well as sentiment we’re seeing nationally.  We’re delighted to have worked closely with GXPS to secure a timely transaction that satisfies their operational requirements” said Greg Dalton, Vice President, Hillwood UK. “Location, quality, and Hillwood’s approval for a comprehensive fit-out were all critical to commissioning our third restricted-access facility in the UK — and Hillwood delivered on every count,” said Jeff Johnson, Director, GXP-Storage Ltd.  “Q40 extends our transatlantic network so clients can work with one partner and one consolidated view of their material on both sides of the Atlantic.” Hillwood UK is represented by Bidwells and M1 Agency as retained joint letting agents. Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals

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Railpen commences works on South Mimms X industrial development

Railpen commences works on South Mimms X industrial development

Railpen, manager of the UK’s around £36bn railways pension scheme, has started construction works at South Mimms X, a 122,820 sq ft exceptionally well-connected logistics and industrial development. With completion targeted for Spring 2027, it will be the latest addition to Railpen’s growing industrial portfolio, which comprises state-of-the-art, prime Grade A industrial and logistics facilities located strategically around the M25.  Located at the intersection of the A1(M) and M25, adjacent to South Mimms Services, South Mimms X marks Railpen’s latest milestone in its investment into the logistics and industrial sector, developed in partnership with Wrenbridge. Positioned just 14.5 miles from central London, the 122,820 sq ft scheme will offer a market-leading specification in an unrivalled location, incorporating a 68m secure gated yard. Designed to target a wide range of operators, the facility will also feature 13 dock loading doors, two Euro dock doors, and two level access doors. It will be well-positioned to support the transition to EV fleets, with 18 active EV charging spaces, alongside 98 car parking spaces.  Sustainability is embedded throughout the design, which is targeting net-zero carbon, as well as BREEAM Outstanding and EPC A+ ratings. The scheme will also deliver 2.5 acres of landscaped amenity space, achieving a 30% biodiversity net gain through features including on-site wildlife boxes and an urban orchard. Once complete, the scheme will benefit from the adjacent high-quality, people-focused amenities to support occupier wellbeing and productivity. Alastair Dawson, UK Industrial Sector Lead at Railpen, commented: “South Mimms X reflects Railpen’s ongoing commitment to producing best-in-class developments that support local economies and enhance surrounding communities. The site is exceptionally well located on the M25, with access to the entirety of Greater London within 90 minutes. With well-connected, high-quality industrial space in increasingly short supply, this scheme has been designed to stand out. Building on our established track record and Wrenbridge’s extensive expertise, South Mimms X is well placed to set a new benchmark for logistics in the South East.” Will Jarman, Associate Director at Wrenbridge, added: “Railpen’s X portfolio is becoming a clear example in the industrial and logistics sector of how a landlord can demonstrate ongoing commitment to delivering best-in-class facilities, and one that goes above and beyond the wants, needs, and expectations of occupiers and their employees. There is a clear demand for accessible industrial space in this location, and it is great to be partnering with Railpen once again to deliver another high-quality scheme.” South Mimms X is just one of the many assets included in Railpen’s property portfolio, which currently has over 3 million sq ft of space under construction or with planning consent, with a forecast construction cost in excess of £500 million by the end of 2030. The development will join Railpen’s expanding ‘X’ branded portfolio of industrial sites, alongside Dartford X, Waltham X and High Wycombe X. Each development is strategically located and designed to meet occupier demand for best-in-class, highly sustainable industrial space. Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals

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Panattoni submits plans for 1 million sq ft at Panattoni Park Maidstone

Panattoni submits plans for 1 million sq ft at Panattoni Park Maidstone

Panattoni, the world’s largest privately owned developer of industrial real estate, has submitted a hybrid planning application for Panattoni Park Maidstone, a major new 1.04 million sq ft industrial and logistics development in Kent. The application includes detailed proposals for the first phase, comprising two units of 100,000 sq ft and 150,000 sq ft. Outline permission is being sought for the second phase, which will provide customers with opportunities to secure flexible built-to-suit facilities tailored to their operational requirements. The 70-acre site at Lenham is a former manufacturing site being brought back into productive use. It is strategically located close to the A20 and M20, providing strong connections to London, the M25, and key ports serving the UK and continental Europe. The application follows an extensive programme of local consultation. More than 150 people attended a public exhibition in Lenham earlier this year, and feedback showed strong support for the proposals: nearly 85% of respondents backed redeveloping the site for employment use, and 98.5% agreed that redeveloping brownfield land was preferable to building on greenfield. The development will target BREEAM ‘Excellent’ and EPC A+ ratings, with buildings designed to support modern logistics, manufacturing, and distribution operations. Alongside the commercial floorspace, the scheme will deliver around 5km of new and improved roads, cycleways and footpaths, together with landscaping and enhanced public access across the site. Panattoni’s nearby scheme at Aylesford as evidence of the economic potential of industrial and logistics developments. Also a redeveloped Kent brownfield site, Panattoni Park Aylesford is now fully occupied and contributes an estimated £180 million a year to the local economy, supporting thousands of jobs. David McGougan, Senior Development Director for the South East at Panattoni, said: “This is a significant planning application that will unlock more than one million square feet of high-quality industrial and logistics space in a market where modern supply remains constrained. “The combination of immediately available units and flexible built-to-suit opportunities will allow us to respond to a broad range of customer requirements. Panattoni Park Maidstone is exceptionally well located for businesses serving London, the South East, and European markets.” Colliers, CBRE, and Vail Williams are the retained agents for Panattoni Park Maidstone. Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals

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Prologis supports Relay's rapid UK growth at Prologis Park West London

Prologis supports Relay’s rapid UK growth at Prologis Park West London

Prologis UK, a leading logistics property owner, developer and investor, has leased DC5b at Prologis Park West London to Relay, supporting the company’s continued expansion across the UK. The agreement builds on Relay’s successful presence at DC5a Prologis Park West London, where the business established its UK operations and has since experienced significant growth driven by increasing demand for e-commerce delivery services and the securing of new customer contracts. Relay, a technology-led delivery network transforming last-mile logistics, now handles more than 200,000 parcels each week across the UK. The additional space will provide the capacity needed to support further growth, strengthen operational efficiency and enhance service levels for customers. The expansion reflects the increasing demand for modern logistics facilities in strategic urban locations, enabling fast and reliable delivery to consumers while supporting the continued growth of e-commerce. Jason Pickering, VP of Capital Deployment at Prologis UK, said: “Relay’s growth story demonstrates the pace at which technology is reshaping last-mile logistics. Since establishing its operations at Prologis Park West London, the business has expanded rapidly, secured new contracts and built a strong platform for future growth. We’re delighted to support the next stage of that journey through the leasing of DC5b.” The company’s expansion comes as it continues to attract investment and scale its operations to meet rising demand from retailers seeking more efficient and sustainable delivery solutions. Relay’s growth has also been supported by Prologis Ventures, the venture capital arm of Prologis, which invests in innovative companies helping to shape the future of supply chains, logistics and real estate. Alongside Relay’s expansion, Prologis recently completed the letting of, DC6A at the park to a leading international logistics and express delivery company from Asia. Together, the two transactions reinforce the park’s appeal as one of London’s most strategically connected logistics locations, providing customers with the infrastructure and connectivity needed to support growth and deliver reliable services across the capital and beyond. 57,801 sq ft Prologis Park West London DC6B is immediately available. SBH represented Relay, CBRE, DTRE & Savills represented Prologis. Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals

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Glencar begins construction on new industrial facility at SEGRO Park Coventry

Glencar begins construction on new industrial facility at SEGRO Park Coventry

Design and Build contract will deliver a 91,245 sq. ft Grade A industrial and logistics facility at SEGRO Park Coventry. Glencar has commenced construction of Unit 3C, a new 91,245 sq. ft Grade A industrial and logistics facility at SEGRO Park Coventry, following its appointment by SEGRO to deliver the purpose-built development. The appointment marks the third project Glencar has delivered for SEGRO, continuing the companies’ ongoing collaboration in the industrial and logistics sector. Located within the 215-acre SEGRO Park Coventry development, south of Coventry Airport, the wider scheme has outline planning permission for up to 3.7 million sq. ft of industrial and logistics accommodation, supporting manufacturing, distribution and warehouse occupiers. The new facility has been pre-let to Volvo Group, which recently announced a £24 million investment in the site to create a new Regional Distribution Centre serving the UK and Ireland. Once operational, the purpose-built facility will feature an automated storage and picking system, supporting faster and more efficient parts distribution across Volvo Group’s UK and Ireland operations. Construction commenced this month and is scheduled for completion in January 2027. Delivered under a Design and Build contract, Glencar’s scope includes the design and construction of the new facility, comprising a 12-metre clear haunch height warehouse, integrated two-storey office accommodation and all associated external works. These include cement-stabilised earthworks, mass fill foundations, below-ground drainage and underground services, a petrol interceptor, rainwater harvesting system, service yards, EV-enabled car parking, landscaping and wider site infrastructure. Designed to achieve BREEAM Excellent and EPC A, the development will incorporate photovoltaic panels, rainwater harvesting, electric vehicle charging infrastructure and energy-efficient building systems, supporting SEGRO’s commitment to low carbon growth. The wider development also incorporates approximately 100 hectares of community parkland, woodland walks, wetlands and landscaped public open space, placing sustainability, biodiversity and occupier wellbeing at the heart of the scheme. Chris Looney, Construction Director at Glencar, said: “We’re pleased to be working with SEGRO once again on another important industrial development. Delivering a third project together reflects the strength of our ongoing relationship and our shared commitment to creating high-quality industrial, manufacturing and logistics facilities that meet the evolving needs of customers and occupiers. Unit 3C will provide Volvo Group with a purpose-built, sustainable facility in a strategically important location, and we look forward to working collaboratively with SEGRO and the wider project team to successfully deliver the project for completion in January 2027.” Sabrina Loyer, General Manager, Service Operations & Technology, Volvo Group UK, said: “The move to Coventry represents a significant investment in the future of our parts distribution network and a key milestone in supporting Volvo Group UK’s continued growth. As customer expectations and operational demands evolve, it is essential that we invest in facilities that provide both the capacity and flexibility needed to support our long-term ambitions.” Once operational, the new Regional Distribution Centre is expected to fulfil more than 1.3 million order lines each year, supporting Volvo Group’s UK and Ireland operations and demonstrating the continued demand for purpose-built industrial facilities at SEGRO Park Coventry. Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals

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Hillwood Investment Properties Secures £76.4m Development Financing from Affinius Capital for UK Logistics Portfolio

Hillwood Investment Properties Secures £76.4m Development Financing from Affinius Capital for UK Logistics Portfolio

Hillwood Investment Properties (“Hillwood”) has closed a £76.4 million development financing facility with Affinius Capital for two ground-up logistics developments in the UK totalling approximately 329,659 sq ft of modern warehouse space. The facility is structured across sub-facilities supporting the two schemes, alongside dedicated finance, carry cost and earnout tranches. In Luton, the facility funds the ground-up speculative development of a Grade A logistics scheme of approximately 286,000 sq ft, comprising eight units across five buildings, along the M1 corridor, one of the UK’s most established distribution markets, with direct access to Central London and the Midlands. In East London, the facility supports the ground-up development of a c. 43,659 sq ft last-mile warehouse in Canning Town (E16), a freehold urban logistics site benefiting from strong occupier demand for well-located last-mile space. Both developments are being delivered speculatively to institutional specification and are targeting BREEAM Excellent certification. Armin Senoner, Director of Debt Markets at Hillwood Investment Properties, said: “We are delighted to be working with Affinius Capital on this financing. The UK remains a core market for Hillwood, and Luton and Canning Town reflect our strategy of pairing large-scale distribution with well-located urban last-mile logistics. This facility gives us the platform to deliver both schemes to a high institutional standard, and we look forward to progressing our wider UK pipeline in the months ahead.” Calum Davidson, Senior Vice President at Affinius Capital, added: “Hillwood’s development expertise and the quality of these two well-located logistics schemes made this an attractive financing opportunity. We are pleased to support the delivery of modern, institutional-grade space in two of the UK’s most compelling logistics markets, and we look forward to working alongside the Hillwood team.” Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals

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Padrock agrees 7,650 sq ft letting to refurb contractor McConnell at £95m, 173,380 sq ft Dagenham Logistics Hub

Padrock agrees 7,650 sq ft letting to refurb contractor McConnell at £95m, 173,380 sq ft Dagenham Logistics Hub

Specialist logistics developer Padrock has announced the letting of a 7,650 sq ft unit at its Grade A Dagenham Logistics Hub development to retrofit and refurbishment contractor McConnell. The new facility will support McConnell’s operations in east London, providing storage space to help deliver its refurbishment, maintenance, retrofit, energy efficiency, cladding and fire remediation services. All terms relating to the transaction are undisclosed. Dagenham Logistics Hub has a gross development value of £95m. It comprises 173,380 sq ft of leasehold industrial and warehouse space across 14 new units, ranging from 6,550 sq ft to 34,825 sq ft. All units have BREEAM ‘Excellent’ and EPC ‘A+’ ratings and feature photovoltaic panels, air source heat pumps, electric vehicle charging points and low air permeability design. The development is strategically located between the A12 and A13 East London arterial roads while Dagenham East Underground station is 0.6 miles away. Kevin Jones at McConnell, said: “Dagenham Logistics Hub gives us a high-specification facility in a well-connected location adjacent to where we are delivering a significant amount of work. “Energy efficiency in the built environment and improving the performance and safety of existing buildings are central to our business. It is therefore important that we operate from a space that reflects those values. “The unit allows us the flexibility to fully support our client and team efficiently, whilst playing an important role in how we deliver projects across the area.” Established in 1929, McConnell has delivered more than £3bn of projects for public and private sector clients across housing, commercial and retail, defence and industrial, education and healthcare and utilities and infrastructure. Earlier this year, Padrock announced the letting of 17,700 sq ft at Dagenham Logistics Hub to destination tool trade retailer ITS. According to ITS, the company’s two-floor outlet is London’s largest tool superstore. Jamie Young, investment and development manager at Padrock, said: “McConnell had an immediate requirement and we were able to move quickly to complete the lease, which reflects the readiness of the scheme and our ability to respond to occupier needs at pace. “With its strong sustainability credentials, strategic location and high-quality specification, Dagenham Logistics Hub is a location that supports occupiers’ operational requirements and growth plans. “Our development is a long-term economic asset for Dagenham and we continue to see strong interest from businesses seeking new-build sustainable space here.” Headquartered in London, Padrock is a property developer and asset manager which specialises in sustainable MLI and logistics assets across the UK and Europe. The company has around 1m sq ft of Grade A MLI and logistics accommodation under construction or ready for development with a combined gross development value of £500m. Its current development portfolio also includes Hertford Logistics Hub in Hertfordshire, Leyton Logistics Hub in east London and Erith Logistics Hub in south east London. Agents for Dagenham Logistics Hub are M1 Agency, Ryan and Glenny. For more information on the development search ‘Dagenham Logistics Hub’. Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals

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Winvic completes major civils and infrastructure works at SEGRO Logistics Park Northampton

Winvic completes major civils and infrastructure works at SEGRO Logistics Park Northampton

Winvic Construction Ltd, a leading main contractor specialising in the design and delivery of private and public sector construction and civil engineering projects, has completed the civils and infrastructure programme and two industrial facilities at SEGRO Logistics Park Northampton, a Nationally Significant Infrastructure Project (NSIP), marking a major milestone in the delivery of the development. Developed by client SEGRO, SEGRO Logistics Park Northampton is a strategic logistics hub combining modern warehousing, rail freight connectivity and extensive transport infrastructure. Over the last five years, Winvic has delivered a comprehensive programme of civils and infrastructure works across the site, supporting the transformation of the land into a major logistics destination. The works delivered by Winvic include the construction of the Roade Bypass bridge and associated highways works, a new 2.6km bypass for Roade village incorporating bridge and roundabout construction, significant earthworks and associated infrastructure to facilitate the wider strategic rail freight interchange and logistics development. Winvic also delivered major highways improvements to Junction 15 of the M1, requiring complex traffic management and phased delivery to maintain network resilience while increasing capacity and accessibility to the park. Further works included the delivery of the site’s Strategic Rail Freight Interchange (SRFI), featuring a dedicated 35-acre rail terminal and a 55,000m² intermodal and HGV slab, comprising 38,000m² of intermodal hardstanding and a 17,000m² HGV area to support container handling and freight operations. The works also included the construction of a 170-metre-long tunnel shielding trains entering and exiting the terminal, forming a critical element of the freight interchange infrastructure. Alongside the civils and infrastructure programme, Winvic also completed Plot 7, a 2.3 million sq ft distribution facility – for a major online retailer and Plot 4 for end user Yusen Logistics. The 1.2 million sq ft industrial and logistics facility is the first operational building at the park and comprises a 1.14 million sq ft ground floor warehouse and a 333,251 sq ft mezzanine. The project achieved BREEAM Excellent and EPC A ratings and was delivered as Net Zero in Construction in line with the UK Green Building Council Framework. Located adjacent to Junction 15 and four miles south of Northampton town centre, SEGRO Logistics Park Northampton will ultimately provide up to 5 million sq ft of industrial and logistics space alongside its now operational strategic rail freight interchange and is expected to create around 7,450 jobs. As one of the UK’s largest rail-connected logistics hubs, the development has been designed to support more sustainable supply chains and strengthen freight connectivity. Winvic has worked closely with SEGRO and local stakeholders to create lasting benefits for the surrounding community, whilst minimising disruption during construction. Supporting SEGRO’s Community Investment Plan and the Employment Scheme requirements of the Development Consent Order (DCO), the project established an Employment & Skills Forum and Community Liaison Group to identify opportunities for local engagement, employment and skills development. Throughout the project, Winvic and its supply chain partners provided 42 apprentice, year-in-industry and work experience placements, employed 793 local people, and invested over £60 million with local subcontractors. The wider project team also supported 13 community initiatives through the donation of time, resources and materials, alongside 26 educational engagement activities including employer talks, careers fairs and site visits. At SEGRO Logistics Park Northampton, Winvic also launched its STEM after-school club, delivering seven sessions for 32 Year 7 to Year 10 students at Northampton Academy, helping to inspire the next generation of construction and engineering professionals. SEGRO Logistics Park Northampton has been independently verified as a Net Zero Carbon in Construction project, aligned with the UKGBC 2019 Definition Framework. Upfront embodied carbon emissions for stages A1–A5 were assessed at RIBA Stages 4, 5 and third-party verified at RIBA Stage 6, following RICS Whole Life Carbon Assessment methodology. This enabled carbon performance to be tracked throughout construction, with key material hotspots including earthworks, in-situ concrete, roads and pavings, and rail track infrastructure identified, monitored and targeted for reduction up to Practical Completion. The Whole Life Carbon Assessment (WLCA) supported the implementation of carbon reduction measures, including maximising material reuse within earthworks, replacing cement content within rail slabs with a 30% Pulverised Fly Ash (PFA) content and achieving 20% recycled content within the rail track itself. Rob Cook, Managing Director for Civils and Infrastructure at Winvic, said: “Completing the civils and infrastructure programme at SEGRO Logistics Park Northampton is a significant achievement for Winvic and reflects years of collaborative working with our long-standing client SEGRO. “This has been a highly complex and nationally significant project, involving major highways improvements, strategic rail infrastructure and extensive enabling works, all delivered in live operational environments and alongside the ongoing development of the wider park, while carefully minimising disruption to ongoing operations and the surrounding area. “Our teams have worked collaboratively to deliver infrastructure that will support more sustainable freight connectivity, unlock economic growth and create long-term value for the region. We are extremely proud of the role Winvic has played in helping bring this nationally important development forward.” Kate Bedson, Senior Director, National Markets at SEGRO, said:  “We’re hugely proud of the progress that has been made over the last five years, from the completion of the rail terminal, bypass, and motorway junction improvements to the first buildings going up. It’s even more exciting that our investment to create this amazing facility already has its first occupiers, helping move goods, drive growth, and create jobs.” The scale and impact of Winvic’s works at SEGRO Logistics Park Northampton have been recognised through a series of industry accolades during the delivery of the project. The Roade Bypass project won highly commended ‘Project of the Year’ at the Civil Engineering Contractors Association Awards 2024, in recognition of the complexity of the scheme and its collaborative delivery. The project and wider team were also recognised at the Highways Awards 2024, where Roade Bypass was shortlisted for the ‘Major Project Award’, and at the Highways Excellence Awards, where Winvic Site Engineer, Amarra Dassu, who worked on the scheme, was shortlisted for a ‘Rising Star

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Glencar Secures New Industrial Development at Valor Park Enfield

Glencar Secures New Industrial Development at Valor Park Enfield

Glencar has been appointed by Valor Real Estate to deliver Valor Park Enfield, a 109,031 sq ft Grade A industrial and logistics development in North London, further strengthening the successful partnership between the two organisations. Located at Millmarsh Lane, Enfield, the design and build project will deliver a high-specification industrial warehouse with ancillary office accommodation, service yard, car parking and associated infrastructure works, including S278 highway improvements. Construction follows the successful completion of Valor Park Tottenham, where Glencar recently delivered c.72,000 sq ft of sustainable last-mile logistics space in a constrained urban location. The latest appointment reflects Valor’s continued confidence in Glencar’s ability to deliver complex industrial and logistics developments to the highest standards of quality, safety and sustainability. Sustainability is central to the development, which is targeting BREEAM Excellent certification and a predicted EPC A+ rating. The scheme will also incorporate photovoltaic panels, alongside a programme of social value initiatives that will support the local community throughout construction. Enabling works commenced in June 2026, with the main construction contract beginning on 3rd August 2026. Completion is anticipated in April 2027. Roy Jones, Managing Director – South at Glencar, said: “We’re delighted to be continuing our relationship with Valor following the successful delivery of Valor Park Tottenham. This latest appointment reflects the strength of our partnership and our shared commitment to delivering high-quality, sustainable industrial developments. We look forward to working closely with Valor and the wider project team to deliver another successful scheme.” Conor Phillips, Senior Associate at Valor Real Estate Partners LLP, said: “Following the successful delivery of Valor Park Tottenham, we’re pleased to be working with Glencar once again on Valor Park Enfield. Their collaborative approach, technical expertise and focus on quality have made them a valued delivery partner, and we’re looking forward to bringing another high-quality, sustainable development to market together.” Valor Park Enfield will provide modern, flexible industrial accommodation in one of London’s key logistics locations, supporting occupier demand with high-quality, sustainable space that meets the needs of today’s supply chain and distribution businesses. The professional team includes Christopher Smith Associates as Project Manager, Employer’s Agent and Quantity Surveyor, Chetwoods as Architect and Burrows Graham as Structural Engineer. Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals

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Prologis Expands UK Logistics Platform with Trafford Park Acquisition

Prologis Expands UK Logistics Platform with Trafford Park Acquisition

Site advances Prologis’ long-term investment plans in the North West Prologis UK has acquired an 8.66-acre regeneration site at Trafford Park in Greater Manchester, adding to its UK portfolio and extending into the North West, a market identified as a strategic priority for the business. Located on Barton Dock Road, the site sits within Trafford Park, one of Europe’s largest and most established industrial estates and the region’s premier urban logistics location. Prologis plans to regenerate the acquired site into an all-electric 200,000 sq ft modern, sustainable facility built to BREEAM Outstanding and EPC A+ ratings, subject to planning and site preparation. The acquisition marks a further step in Prologis accelerating its growth ambitions in the UK. The company is forward-planning considerable new investment across the North West through new development, regeneration and acquisition in order to develop up to 5 million square feet of prime logistics space, helping businesses start, scale and stay in the region. This new investment is in addition to the £5.6 billion invested in the UK over the past decade and the £5.5 billion Prologis plan to invest.   Paul Weston, Regional Head, Prologis UK, said: “The North West is one of the UK’s most important logistics markets, and Trafford Park gives us an excellent foothold in a region that has been identified as a strategic priority. This acquisition builds on our long-term commitment to the UK and demonstrates how foreign direct investment can fuel long term economic growth.” Trafford Park is home to more than 1,300 businesses and approximately 35,000 employees, offering access to Greater Manchester’s consumer population, the M60, M62 and M6 motorway corridors, the Port of Liverpool and Manchester Airport. The North West is one of the UK’s largest logistics markets and continues to experience strong occupational demand, underpinned by constrained land supply and limited availability of modern Grade A logistics space. The region is also a core market for many of Prologis’ largest global and UK customers, reinforcing the strategic rationale for expansion. B8 Real Estate acted for Prologis, Cushman & Wakefield for the vendor on the Barton Dock Road site. Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals

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