Tritax Big Box Developments (TBBD) has submitted a planning application to bring forward the next phase of development at Symmetry Park Rugby.  The 1.4 million sq ft hybrid application includes a detailed proposal for a 300,000 sq ft logistics unit and the creation of Cawston Landscape Park (CLP), a 20-acre green space featuring new footpaths linked to existing public rights of way, communal orchards with edible planting, and levelled areas for informal sports and play. Symmetry Park is already home to Iron Mountain, which occupies 1 million sq ft. This initial commitment in 2022 marked the launch of its first UK campus to offer a wide range of services.  In July this year, TBBD completed the letting of unit 5, a speculatively built 391,000 sq ft facility to a data management company on a 15-year lease.  Two further speculatively developed facilities remain available comprising 338,064 sq ft (unit 6) and 170,473 sq ft (unit 7) on a leasehold basis. The buildings have been built to net-zero carbon in construction standards and have a BREEAM “Excellent” and EPC A+ rating. Joseph Skinner, development director at TBBD, explained: “Located at the heart of the logistics Golden Triangle, Rugby represents an established major distribution and manufacturing location. Organisations who choose to be based here can benefit from access to a highly skilled work force, as well as access to major infrastructure routes. The creation of the new park will provide addional amenities to the public and we look forward in working in partnership with local stakeholders to bring this forward.  “With Iron Mountain already operating here and strong occupational market demand, we believe it is the opportune time to bring forward this next phase. Subject to planning approval, the site will be developed on a speculative / design and build basis with units up to 1 million sq ft available.”  The site forms part of the wider South West Rugby Urban Extension which will also add 5,000 new homes, bringing forward further labour and amenity benefits. The project team includes Framptons Town Planning (Planning Consultants), EDP (Ecology and Landscaping), Stantec (Highways and Transport), Tier Consult (Civil and Structural Engineers), Rider Levitt Bucknall (Project Manager), McBains (Quantity Surveyor), Ridge (BREEAM), Basepower (Utilites) and MBA (M&E). Colliers International & ILP Partners are letting agents for Rugby. Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals

£340M Investment Plans Submitted To Durham County Council Citrus Durham has submitted plans for the next £340M phase of development at its Integra 61 mixed-use development at J61 of the A1(M). Following a recent public consultation process, an outline planning application has been submitted to Durham County Council to create an extension to the west of the Integra 61 scheme to accommodate a further 3 million sq ft of employment space. The first phase of the existing £400M Integra 61 development, which includes 3m sq ft of developable space, is already 90% complete and the major investment into the second phase could see some 300 new jobs being created in the North East throughout the build and operational stages. The planning application details proposals for a range of storage/distribution and manufacturing units of varying sizes, to reflect market demand from regional businesses as well as those looking to invest in premises in the region. The submitted application is in outline, which seeks to secure the fundamental development principles of bringing a scheme forward at this stage, latter reserved matters applications will evolve the exact design and scale which will all have to be within the principles sought to be established now. The new development in its latter stages would require the delivery of the Bowburn Development Route (relief road) in conjunction with Durham County Council. Integra 61 is already home to Amazon’s 2m sq ft fulfilment centre, a further 640,000 sq ft of speculative logistics space at Connect at Integra 61 and an impressive roadside portfolio including Costa and Greggs along with an incoming £4 million EG On The Move petrol station with a convenience store and separate Starbucks drive-thru. Tesla has also installed 19 new Superchargers on site. Construction is well underway on Marton Care’s new 73 bedroom care home facility to complement the 260 new homes already developed by Persimmon and Bellway. James Taylor, Regional Director at Citrus, said: “We are delighted to have now submitted this significant planning application for the second phase of Integra 61, building on the success of phase one and firmly establishing Integra as a premier business location in the region. Securing planning consent is an important early stage in the journey to bringing this phase to fruition and we look forward to working with all stakeholders during this process.”  Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals

Construction is advancing at pace at Panattoni Park in Swindon, with McLaren Construction (Midlands & North) firmly on track to deliver the landmark 545,000 sq. ft. logistics and industrial scheme within the 39-week programme. McLaren is delivering the speculative design and build contract on behalf of Panattoni, supported by UMC Architects, KAM Project Consultants, BWB Consulting and Construction CDM Services. The project continues to hit key milestones of the 39-construction week schedule, and the steel frame is now complete, the internal roof largely finished, windows are being installed, and cladding installation is progressing steadily. Roofing works are well advanced with lining sheets due for completion, and externally, concrete slab works are underway, the multi-story car park deck is poured, kerbs are being installed, alongside power and water service installations. The office area is fully glazed and cladding of the striking link bridge – connecting the main building to the multi-storey car park – is now taking place. First-fix mechanical and electrical services have begun within the warehouse, and internal finishes and the office fit-out is progressing well. On completion, the development will offer premier logistics space with two storeys of high-spec office accommodation and a decked car park. The scheme is targeting BREEAM ‘Outstanding’ and EPC A+/A ratings, with a commitment to achieving net zero upfront carbon emissions. Historically, the site was used as brownfield land before being an airfield during World War II, and then later it was redeveloped for car manufacturing by Honda in the late 20th century. This regeneration is part of Panattoni’s wider plan to bring new life and jobs to the area following the closure of Honda’s operations in 2021. Luke Arnold, Regional Director at McLaren Midlands & North, said: “We’re proud to be delivering this project at pace and to such a high standard. This is a flagship scheme, not only for Panattoni but for the wider region, and our team is focused on maintaining momentum right through to completion in early 2026.” Panattoni Park Swindon is poised to deliver high-quality industrial space in a location with excellent connectivity and legacy infrastructure, further strengthening Swindon’s position as a key logistics hub in the South West. Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals

Clowes Developments has unveiled plans for a major expansion at Dove Valley Park in Foston, Derbyshire, with proposals submitted for two new industrial units totalling 542,000 square feet on Plot 11. The scheme is being brought forward for an as yet undisclosed occupier, underlining continued demand for large-scale logistics and industrial space in the region. Earthworks on the site are already progressing under an existing consent, preparing the ground so construction can move ahead swiftly once planning approval is granted by South Derbyshire District Council. Marc Freeman, development director at Clowes Developments, said the move reflects sustained occupier interest in the park. He commented: “Dove Valley Park continues to attract strong interest from a range of high-profile national and international operators. This planning submission for two units totalling over half a million square feet demonstrates our ongoing confidence in the site and its strategic location. We look forward to progressing the application with South Derbyshire District Council.” Alongside the new units, Clowes has also submitted a revised proposal for the planned Innovation Centre at Dove Valley Park. Designed to act as a central hub for businesses on and around the site, the centre will offer meeting and gathering space, a café/restaurant and wider amenity areas. It will also provide a base for start-up companies and is being developed in consultation with the University of Derby, supporting enterprise and collaboration across the local business community. Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals

Panattoni, the world’s largest privately owned industrial developer, has reached practical completion of Panattoni Park Crawley, and is now ready for tenant fit-out, its new prime logistics development serving one of the most supply constrained parts of the South East. The scheme delivers two high quality speculatively developed units of 65,620 sq ft and 134,473 sq ft, both now available for immediate occupation, with the flexibility to combine into a single 200,093 sq ft facility. Located five minutes from Gatwick Airport and Junction 10 of the M23, the completed development offers one of the South East market’s only immediately available 200,000 sq ft opportunities within this strategic logistics corridor. Designed to support larger occupiers requiring scale and operational efficiency, the building’s 15 metre internal height provides up to 25 percent more pallet capacity than comparable local schemes built to 12.5 metres. Both units have been delivered to Panattoni’s high specification, achieving BREEAM ‘Excellent’ and EPC A. The buildings include extensive roof mounted solar PV capacity, 15% roof lights, EV charging, high performance insulation and best in class yard and parking provision. David McGougan, Development Director, South East at Panattoni, said: “Practical completion at Panattoni Park Crawley marks an important milestone in bringing much needed modern logistics capacity to one of the best connected but most supply constrained markets in the country. “The ability to offer a flexible single unit of 200,000 sq ft, combined with enhanced height and increased pallet density, provides a rare and compelling solution for occupiers seeking immediate, future proofed space with unmatched access to Gatwick, the M23 and London. We have significant tenant interest in the facility and look forward to supporting the expansion of businesses to our new facility at Manor Royal.” The park benefits from excellent access to labour, transport and amenities. Brighton and South London are reachable within 45 minutes, with Central London reached in an hour. More than 3.8 million addresses lie within 30 miles, supporting last mile operations, and over 19,000 people in West Sussex – which employs almost double the national average in transport and storage – are actively seeking work. The site offers strong public transport links, including the Fastway 100 bus route and three nearby railway stations, and sits within walking distance of major retailers. Rising air freight volumes at Gatwick, which saw a 33.4 percent increase year on year in 2025, continue to drive strong occupier demand. For more information, please visit: https://panattoni.co.uk/our-properties/crawley/ Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals

COMPLETE construction partner Stepnell has commenced the latest phase of development works on Hazeley Enterprise Park outside of Twyford, extending the current facilities within the park to include light industrial buildings, energy-efficient offices and a community hub. Addressing the shortage of quality business units in the area, Hazeley Enterprise Park will deliver 17 new light industrial units, as well as up to ten new office units. At the heart of the Hazeley Enterprise Park will be the Hazeley Hub which will include a cafe as well as meeting and event spaces, offering both tenants and the wider community a place to connect. Stepnell has commenced remediation works of the site, formerly a chicken farm and feed mill, to ensure that the ground is suitable to support the next stage of construction. Rob Speirs, director at Stepnell, said: “From our nearby Southampton office, we understand the local demand for high quality industrial and commercial units within the area and the ease of access that such a development affords from the M3. “Hazeley Enterprise Park will provide the local area with enhanced access to high-quality commercial spaces and increasing employment opportunities in the commercial and industrial sectors. “Working on an active site requires strong site control and communication and we’ve already been proactively sending out monthly newsletters to residents to keep them informed on the project’s progress. We’re also engaging with surrounding neighbours to ensure that disruption to their working day is kept to a minimum.” Located among parkland and woodland, environmental sensitivity is at the core of Stepnell’s work on the site. From the earliest stages, Stepnell is prioritising ecological responsibility, from utilising the 12-acre field to enhance the developments biodiversity and long-term sustainability to planting native trees and shrubs and wild flower areas. Supporting the sustainable goals at the core of the development, Step Energy – the energy and renewables business within Stepnell Group – has provided solar panels for the roofing and electric vehicle charging will be provided to all units as standard. Social value will also remain a key priority, working with contractors to support the integration of apprenticeships as well as utilising local suppliers wherever possible. Nikki Bream, managing director at Hazeley Group, said: “We are pleased by the pace of work on site, with visible differences being made each day. First-phase units and offices are due to be completed by early summer 2026, with some already pre-let to new businesses to the site. “The Hub will follow slightly later and will be a valuable addition to the Park. Tenants, both current and prospective, are excited by the future availability on site of a versatile space which can be booked for larger meetings and events, providing the opportunity to host wider business gatherings and entertain suppliers and customers. “We are creating an attractive vaulted building, designed to allow the dual purpose of providing both tenants and the public with somewhere to meet or entertain in our beautiful, rural setting.” To explore Stepnell’s expertise, visit https://www.stepnell.co.uk/. Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals

Prologis UK has today announced the acquisition of a 24-acre development site in North London, strengthening its presence in the capital. Located just off Junction 26 of the M25 to the south of Waltham Abbey, the site offers excellent connectivity to Central London and the wider UK motorway network, making it ideally positioned for last-mile fulfilment and urban supply chains. The acquisition forms part of Prologis’s ongoing strategy to invest in prime locations where the supply demand fundamentals are strongest. The site provides an opportunity to deliver high-quality, sustainable, advanced manufacturing and logistics units that meets the evolving needs of modern supply chains. The site sits in an area occupied by numerous national and international distribution operators. Directly adjacent to the subject site sits Sainsbury’s Waltham Point Distribution Centre, with GXO, Ocado, Iceland, Tesco and John Lewis in close proximity. Paul Weston, Regional Head, Prologis UK, said: “This acquisition underscores our conviction in the Greater London market. Waltham Abbey is already a well-established logistics location, and this site gives us the ability to bring forward sustainable, best-in-class space that supports our customers’ growth while creating employment opportunities and attracting investment for the local community.” The site is allocated for employment use in Epping Forest District Council’s adopted Local Plan, supporting economic growth and the district’s future employment needs.  Master planning is underway, with a focus on sustainability, design and community integration. As with all Prologis developments, the company will engage closely with local stakeholders throughout the planning process to ensure the development brings long-term benefits to the local community. JLL acted for Prologis. ACRE Capital Real Estate acted for the vendor. Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals

Winvic Construction Ltd, a leading main contractor that specialises in the design and delivery of private and public sector construction and civil engineering projects, has been appointed by Stoford and Epta Development Corporation (EDC) to deliver a new 390,000 sq. ft logistics facility for Marks & Spencer (M&S) at Plot 5, Axis Works, Avonmouth. The appointment underscores Winvic’s proven track record in the design and delivery of complex industrial and logistics projects, including temperature-controlled and food storage facilities for major retailers and developers across the UK. The high-specification facility, which is expected to complete by summer 2026, has been pre-let to M&S on a 20-year lease and is being forward funded by LondonMetric for £74 million, forms a key part of the retailer’s investment in its national food supply chain. Designed to the highest sustainability standards, the building will target BREEAM Excellent, EPC A with embodied carbon performance evaluated in line with the RICS Whole Life Carbon Assessment (WLCA) Second Edition methodology. Sustainability features will include rainwater harvesting, a roof-mounted PV system, LED lighting, Air Source Heat Pumps (ASHP), EV charging infrastructure and green roof cycle shelters, supporting M&S’s long-term environmental objectives. Internally, the building will accommodate extensive temperature-controlled environments, comprising a 900m² freezer section operating at -18°C to -20°C, and 20,000m² of chiller chambers maintaining temperatures between +1°C and +3°C. These areas will feature PIR Cold box panels box within a box, insulated wall and ceiling panels, high-density insulated floors with electric heater mats, and airtight composite seals. The facility will be equipped with GEA temperature monitoring and control systems linked to a monitoring station, with data logging and alarm functions for compliance. Two on-site generators will provide backup power to protect stock during outages, while ventilation systems, rapid-rise doors, air curtains and pressure relief vents minimise frost ingress. Insulated docks, inflatable shelters, and overhead evaporator and condenser units will maintain the cold chain throughout loading and storage operations. The project also incorporates significant civil engineering works, including the installation of three culverts to carry an existing drainage channel (Rhine) beneath a newly constructed access road. This ensures continued water flow and provides vehicle access across land managed by the Lower Severn Internal Drainage Board. On-site engineering innovations include the use of Prefabricated Vertical Drainpiles and a Menard piling solution to optimise foundation performance. Located within the 101-acre Axis Works site at Central Park, South Gloucestershire, the scheme sits at the heart of the Avonmouth-Severnside Enterprise Area – one of the UK’s landmark logistics locations. Once complete, Axis Works will deliver approximately 2 million sq. ft of industrial, warehouse, and logistics space. Winvic has completed 27 Net Zero Carbon in Construction projects to date, totalling 72 individual facilities, with a further nine underway, alongside 12 low carbon projects, with seven more underway. Danny Nelson, Managing Director – Industrial and Logistics at Winvic Construction Ltd, said: “Our appointment to deliver the new M&S logistics facility at Axis Works builds on Winvic’s strong expertise and reputation for constructing complex temperature-controlled environments, as well as large-scale, sustainable logistics hubs for leading retailers and developers across the UK. “We’re proud to be working collaboratively with Stoford, LondonMetric and Epta Development Corporation (EDC), for the build, which will prioritise efficiency and sustainability in the food supply chain. Avonmouth continues to be a critical logistics location, and this scheme reflects both market confidence and the strength of our specialist industrial and logistics expertise.” Dan Gallagher, Joint Managing Director, Stoford, said: “We’re pleased to appoint Winvic to deliver this significant new logistics facility for M&S at Axis Works. Their expertise in delivering high-quality industrial and logistics developments will help us bring this next phase of the scheme to life. “The project is the result of more than two years of close collaboration with EDC and demonstrates confidence in Avonmouth as one of the UK’s most important distribution locations. It will provide LondonMetric and M&S with a facility that meets the highest standards of design and sustainability.” Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals

A leading national retailer has doubled its footprint at Prologis Park Marston Gate, securing a new national distribution centre to support its continued growth. The move will sustain hundreds of jobs locally in Central Bedfordshire, positioning the business to handle increasing order volumes and is expected to be fully operational for peak trading in Q4. The new facility, DC2, will bring together the retailer’s national and regional distribution operations, alongside new office space and a dedicated training facility. Once complete, it will serve as a technology-enabled hub for storage, fulfilment and customer service. Prior to taking occupation, Prologis undertook a comprehensive refurbishment of DC2, including a full renewal of the office space and sustainability-focused upgrades to achieve an EPC A rating. Through Prologis Essentials, the unit will be fitted out with wide-aisle racking and energy-efficient LED lighting, ensuring the space is ready for efficient, sustainable operations. A bespoke skills academy will also be created on site, providing colleagues with opportunities to develop expertise in logistics operations and customer service. By remaining at Marston Gate, the retailer is able to retain its experienced workforce while benefiting from the park’s amenities, including a café, landscaped green spaces and walking routes. Prologis facilitated the expansion through a seamless Prologis-to-Prologis transaction, demonstrating its commitment to helping customers grow within sustainable, high-quality logistics spaces. Gillian Scarth, Leasing Director, Prologis UK: “This expansion at Marston Gate demonstrates how this well-located park can support a growing retailer whilst minimising operational disruption. By refurbishing DC2 to modern, energy-efficient standards and streamlining the move, we’re enabling our customer to scale sustainably and keep its talent exactly where it belongs – here in Central Bedfordshire.” Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals