The project represents Costco’s first warehouse in Gloucestershire and further strengthens Glencar’s portfolio across large-scale developments alongside its established industrial and logistics workload. Following three months on site, the steel frame is now complete, earthworks are nearing completion and cladding and roofing works are progressing, with the next key milestone being achievement of a watertight building envelope. Once complete, the development will include a nine-pump petrol station with tyre fitting bay, 612 customer parking spaces and a new vehicle access off Chancel Close. The 13,000 sq m warehouse is being delivered under a design and build contract and comprises a wide-span steel portal frame structure, feature entrance canopy, vertical composite cladding systems and a roof-mounted solar PV array. The external works package includes car parking, HGV hardstanding, drainage infrastructure, service installations and associated civils across the wider 44,000 sq m development site, progressing in parallel with the main build. Roy Jones, Managing Director at Glencar, said: “This is a substantial scheme that brings together structural steel, civils, infrastructure and sustainability within a live delivery programme. We are working closely with Costco and the wider project team to maintain programme certainty as construction progresses toward completion in 2026.” Paul Landen, Construction Director Europe, Costco commented: “Glencar is making good progress on site as works continue to advance on our Gloucester warehouse. This development represents an important addition to our UK estate, and we look forward to delivering a high-quality facility for our members in 2026.” Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals

Regional contractor Knights Brown has expanded into the east of England with the opening of a new office in Norwich, strengthening its transmission and distribution capability as demand for energy infrastructure continues to rise. The new base will serve as a regional hub for the company’s growing transmission and distribution team, which now comprises more than 150 direct and freelance specialists. The move reflects increasing requirements for civil engineering expertise as the UK electricity grid undergoes major upgrades to accommodate renewable energy connections and reinforce capacity. Headquartered in Ringwood, Hampshire, Knights Brown operates nationally with additional offices in South Wales, Kent and Scotland. The business turns over around £100m annually and delivers projects across substation and turbine civil engineering, groundworks, grid reinforcements and enabling infrastructure, alongside coastal and port works, water utilities, infrastructure and buildings. David Shillabeer, head of transmission and distribution, said East Anglia is one of the most active regions in the country for renewable generation and grid investment. He described the Norwich office as a clear signal of the company’s long-term commitment to the area, providing local presence and improved collaboration with clients delivering major energy programmes. Steven Price, divisional director for energy, added that the company is already engaged in critical infrastructure schemes nationwide and expects demand for transmission and distribution civils to continue growing as new generation capacity comes online. He said the dedicated hub in Norwich will enhance relationships with network operators, developers and delivery partners, while positioning the firm to support the region’s long-term energy ambitions. The expansion underlines Knights Brown’s strategic focus on supporting the UK’s energy transition through regional investment and specialist engineering capability. Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals

Prologis has completed a 15-year letting with Birch at Brooklands DC1 in Weybridge, securing a new long-term operational hub for the specialist automotive storage provider as it scales its UK business. Birch is a premium automotive asset management company, recognised for The Birch Standard – a benchmark for secure, intelligent custodianship of high‑value vehicles. Birch provides insurance‑approved “vaults” and white‑glove logistics for private collectors, motorsport teams, OEMs and institutional partners who require assured, end‑to‑end custody. The expansion to Brooklands DC1 strengthens Birch’s ability to combine world‑class security, bonded storage and meticulously managed operations in a scalable hub, supporting its next phase of UK and international growth. Brooklands DC1 is a 124,223 sq ft Grade A logistics building, well suited to Birch’s highly controlled operations. The building provides a 12.5 metre clear internal height, 50 metre yard, 13 loading doors alongside an enhanced fit-out including the installation of LED lighting and fire alarm systems. Sustainability performance was a key consideration for Birch. The building achieved BREEAM Excellent and EPC A+ ratings and incorporates a 235kWp rooftop PV system, heat pump technology and EV charging infrastructure to support lower-carbon operations over the long term. Prologis Essentials has been appointed to support Birch with fit-out consultancy and operational solutions to meet its bespoke requirements. Daniel Wood, Co-Founder and Director at Birch, said: “Our expansion to Brooklands DC1 marks an important step in Birch’s next phase of growth. It gives us the scale, security and building quality we need to support high‑value automotive clients, while preserving the custodial standards and level of care that define The Birch Standard.” Gillian Scarth, Leasing Director at Prologis UK, said: This letting underlines the demand we are seeing for well-located, high-quality logistics space around London. Brooklands DC1 offers customers long-term certainty, excellent connectivity and access to a strong labour pool, making it a compelling location for specialist operators like Birch as they scale their UK presence.” Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals

Clowes Developments has announced strong early interest at Viking Trade Park, Congleton, with four of the six units now under offer, just weeks after achieving practical completion on the speculatively built, prominent roadside trade park. Viking Trade Park comprises two modern industrial buildings, Viking F3 and Viking G3, each providing 12,220 sq ft of high-quality commercial space. Designed with flexibility at the forefront, both buildings can be subdivided into three terraced units of approximately 4,000 sq ft, making the scheme ideally suited to a wide range of trade counter and industrial occupiers. One occupier has secured the entirety of Unit G, while another has taken Unit F1, leaving just two units remaining. The final space can be let either as two individual 4,000 sq ft units (F2 and F3) or combined to provide a single 8,000 sq ft opportunity. The development occupies a prominent roadside location on Viking Way, adjacent to the recently opened MKM Building Supplies branch, offering excellent visibility and convenient access. Marc Freeman, Development Director at Clowes Developments, commented: “We are delighted to confirm that already two thirds of the trade park is under offer. This level of demand reflects both the strength of the location, quality and flexibility of the accommodation we’ve delivered.” Andrew Groves and Mark Sillitoe, joint agents at Viking Park, Congleton, added: “Demand for Viking Trade Park has been very strong from the outset. The combination of a prominent location, high quality development and flexible unit sizes has appealed to a wide range of trade occupiers, and we anticipate the remaining units will be let quickly.” Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals

Plans for a substantial new plaster and renders factory in Derbyshire have been approved, paving the way for a significant industrial investment near Ilkeston. Erewash Borough Council has granted planning permission for Italian building materials specialist Fassa Bortolo to establish its new UK headquarters at the former Stanton Ironworks site. The development will form part of the wider New Stanton Park regeneration scheme. Fassa Bortolo, known for its pre-mix renders and plasters, will construct a 170,000 sq ft manufacturing facility on the business estate. The project represents a major step in the transformation of the historic ironworks site, which is being redeveloped across 220 acres into a modern employment park. Councillor James Dawson, Leader of Erewash Borough Council, said the approval marks an important milestone for the area. He noted that the scheme is about more than new construction, highlighting its role in giving renewed purpose to a landmark industrial site while supporting the local economy and long-term prosperity of residents. New Stanton Park is expected to support up to 4,000 jobs once fully developed, reinforcing its status as a key employment destination within the East Midlands. Fassa Bortolo’s President, Bortolo Fassa, described the decision to locate the company’s UK headquarters at New Stanton Park as a strategic move. He said the business is pleased to confirm its investment in the region as part of wider international expansion plans. Headquartered in Treviso, Italy, the company traces its roots back to 1710, when a family ancestor began working with lime. Today, the firm is investing £350 million to expand its global footprint, with Derbyshire set to play a central role in its future UK operations. Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals

Canadian real estate development and investment firm Epta Development Corporation (EDC), and its development partner Stoford, has secured a freehold turnkey transaction for a 209,319 sq ft last-mile logistics unit at Axis Works, Bristol. The high-specification unit will be developed on a 27.91-acre plot at Central Park, Avonmouth, on behalf of an undisclosed occupier. This represents a significant investment by the purchaser and continues the success of EDC and Stoford at Axis Works. The building will target EPC A and BREEAM ‘Very Good’ standards and incorporate a range of sustainability measures, including photovoltaic panels and electric vehicle charging provision. Bowmer + Kirkland has been appointed as main contractor. In addition, construction on a new £74 million M&S logistics facility at Axis Works has reached a key milestone, with the completion of the building’s steel frame. EDC and Stoford are delivering the 390,000 sq ft high-specification warehouse on behalf of LondonMetric Property Plc, which is pre-let to M&S on a 20-year lease. The unit is now progressing through the next phase of construction, with cladding and roofing works underway. Both developments at Axis Works are scheduled for practical completion in October 2026 and will be accessed via a new internal estate road, which has already achieved sectional completion. Chris Tsakumis, Principal at Epta Development Corporation, said: “Axis Works continues to prove its appeal to best-in-class occupiers. This latest development reflects the site’s attractiveness and its growing reputation as a premier industrial destination in the region. This marks another step in EDC’s vision to deliver top-tier industrial environments, responding to sustained demand from leading occupiers in one of the UK’s strongest markets.” Dan Gallagher, Joint Managing Director at Stoford, added: “Axis Works continues to attract strong occupier interest due to its excellent connectivity and ability to deliver bespoke, high-quality logistics buildings. Progress across the estate, including significant infrastructure delivery, highlights the scale and momentum of the scheme.” Axis Works is a 101-acre site located at Central Park, South Gloucestershire, within the Avonmouth Severnside Enterprise Area. The scheme benefits from hybrid planning consent to deliver c.2 million sq ft of new industrial, warehouse and logistics space. CBRE and Knight Frank are joint agents on the scheme. For further information, visit www.axis-works.com. Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals

Commercial property developer Stoford and privately owned property company Gallan have agreed a new 35-acre land promotion and development deal in West Northamptonshire, further strengthening their presence in one of the Midlands’ most established logistics locations. The 34.2-acre site, located off Dockham Way in Crick, sits close to Junction 18 of the M1 motorway and has the potential to deliver up to 500,000 sq ft of industrial and logistics accommodation across a series of units. The land adjoins the well-established Crick Employment Area, which is home to a mix of local, regional and national occupiers including Costco and Inspired Pet Nutrition. Stoford and Gallan aim to reinforce the role of this key employment hub, positioned to the north of the West Northamptonshire local authority area. The agreement builds on the partners’ existing land interests in Crick, taking their combined promotion and development portfolio in the area to around 140 acres. The wider portfolio is intended to cater for a range of occupier requirements, offering flexibility in building sizes and uses, with options to purchase or lease. Stoford and Gallan will work alongside Wallis Real Estate, which represented the landowners in securing the agreement. Andy Hartwright, Land Director at Stoford, said the site presents a strong opportunity to respond to sustained demand for high-quality industrial and logistics space in prime locations, helping to drive economic growth across the region. Marty Gallagher, Director at Gallan, added that expanding the Crick portfolio enables the partnership to bring forward a broad mix of development opportunities suited to a variety of occupiers, supporting both regional business expansion and inward investment. The latest deal underlines continued confidence in the Midlands logistics market, with Crick remaining a strategically important location due to its motorway connectivity and established occupier base. Further details on the Dockham Way opportunity are available directly from Stoford and Gallan. Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals

Panattoni, the world’s largest privately owned industrial real estate developer, has completed a further letting at Panattoni Park Burgess Hill, supporting the continued expansion of EVRi’s UK parcel delivery network. The transaction marks EVRi’s fourth facility within a Panattoni scheme, taking the total space occupied across Panattoni parks to approximately 245,000 sq ft. Panattoni Park Burgess Hill is a well established last mile logistics location, strategically positioned to serve population centres across Sussex, Surrey, and the wider South East. The park benefits from direct access to key A-road routes and onward motorway connections, making it well suited to high frequency, time sensitive distribution operations. The latest letting follows Austin Racing’s occupation at the park last year and further underlines the breadth of demand from occupiers seeking modern, efficient logistics space in supply constrained South East markets. Panattoni Park Burgess Hill is already home to a diverse range of occupiers, including Roche, DPD, EMED Group, and Austin Racing, with discussions ongoing with additional occupiers for remaining units. The deal reflects Panattoni’s continued focus on delivering flexible, future-ready logistics space that can support occupiers’ evolving operational requirements, particularly in the growing last mile and parcel delivery sector. Will Fennell, Development Manager, South East and London at Panattoni, said: “We are pleased to be supporting EVRi’s continued growth with their fourth facility within a Panattoni Park. Burgess Hill is a highly strategic last mile location, offering strong connectivity across the South East, and it continues to attract occupiers who value operational efficiency and access to labour and customers. “The success of the park, following recent lettings and ongoing discussions with occupiers, demonstrates the strength of demand for high quality logistics space in this market and reinforces our commitment to investing in the South East.” Panattoni Park Burgess Hill remains a core part of Panattoni’s South East portfolio, delivering modern logistics accommodation in a location that supports both regional distribution and last mile operations. Panattoni Park Burgess Hill comprises 11 speculative units, ranging in size from 8,142 sq ft to 147,408 sq ft in a single unit. All facilities are available for tenant fit-out, offering flexibile accommodation to meet a variety of occupier requirements. DTRE, Cogent, SHW and Vail Williams are leasing agents on the development. More information here: https://panattoni.co.uk/our-properties/burgesshill/ Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals