Independent property company, Hortons, has secured planning consent for the speculative development of 100,000 sq ft of industrial/warehouse accommodation in the West Midlands. Two new build units of 40,000 sq ft and 60,000 sq ft will be constructed on a five acre plot at Wellington Industrial Estate, Coseley, near Jct 2 of the M5 motorway. Known as Evolution 40 and 60, the new developments will target EPC A and contain 10m eaves height, a secure yard and parking. The units will have access to secure cycle parking and electric vehicle charging provision, and will be serviced by a new two-way estate road. Remediation works will take place on site before construction of the two new buildings. Hortons has also begun the redevelopment of Wellington House, a former office building on the same estate, which will create a further eight, double height small industrial units. The new units are expected to be available for occupation from Q1 2025. In addition, Hortons has invested in the refurbishment of almost 50% of the existing industrial accommodation at Wellington Industrial Estate, improving the amenity and environmental performance of units. James Slater of Hortons said: “We are very pleased to have gained planning consent for this new development scheme at Wellington Industrial Estate. Evolution 40 and 60 will deliver high quality industrial/warehouse and manufacturing space, within a secure business environment, and we expect to receive considerable interest from the market. “Our strategy of investing in the upgrade of existing buildings has been an important factor in attracting new occupiers to the estate, while our redevelopment of Wellington House will also serve local demand for high quality small business units.” Wellington Industrial Estate is a multi-let estate located off the A4123 Birmingham New Road, within five miles of Wolverhampton city centre. For more information please contact retained agents, Bulleys Chartered Surveyors and Harris Lamb. Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals

Chancerygate has achieved practical completion on two urban logistics developments in Greater London which provide a combined total of 242,300 sq ft of Grade A urban logistics accommodation. Metroplex Park is located in Tolworth, south west London and Dagenham Logistics Hub in east London. Located in Red Lion Business Park near the A3 Kingston bypass, Metroplex Park provides 70,300 sq ft of urban logistics space. The development comprises nine highly sustainable leasehold units ranging from 4,490 sq ft to 18,110 sq ft. The development is a joint venture (JV) partnership between Chancerygate and specialist sustainable and impact investor Bridges Fund Management. Dagenham Logistics Hub is a 172,000 sq ft development comprising 14 units. Chancerygate delivered the development in a joint project with a fund managed by Credit Suisse Asset Management, a UBS Group company, and global real estate investor, developer and manager Hines. The scheme was forward sold to investment manager, Padrock, for an undisclosed sum in June 2022. Both Metroplex Park and Dagenham Logistics Hub have achieved EPC A+ and BREEAM Excellent ratings and are targeting being net zero carbon for regulated energy schemes. Chancerygate managing director, Richard Bains, said: “We’re very pleased to have achieved practical completion on these developments. Both Metroplex Park and Dagenham Logistics Hub sit in areas where there is strong demand for new, high-quality, sustainable urban logistics accommodation. “Both of these developments will help satisfy this demand and provide long term economic assets for their respective localities.” Agents for Metroplex Park are JLL, Bonsors and SHW. You can learn more about Chancerygate’s live projects here.Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals

Works have commenced on Plot 3 of the mixed-use industrial scheme, Matrix 49, in Avonmouth, Bristol. Delivered by McLaren Construction Midlands and North, on behalf of clients BGO Wire PropCo Ltd and Equation Properties, the £21.6million 13-acre plot will be situated on the 65-acre site of Matrix 49, continuing the transformation of the current site into prime industrial, logistics and office space. Bounded to the south by Holloway Road, and to the east by Lanson Roberts Road, the development is situated in a prime location next to the M49 motorway and mainline railway line to the north. Once complete, the units and office space will provide speculative future clients with sustainable premises, for businesses working towards net zero targets. Planned works include procuring the infrastructure and warehouse unit together with a 219,660 sq. ft warehouse, alongside the construction of 11,365 sq. ft of office space, a control tower and a gatehouse. McLaren Construction is also providing associated external works, hard standings, car, HGV and motorcycle parking with over 200 spaces, road landscaping, loading docks, level access and drainage. Key complex aspects of the build include a rhine diversion and a suspended ground floor slab. Archaeological investigation works have now completed on Plot 3, as have clearance works to remove existing topsoil and vegetation, infill and divert existing rhines, and import clean, inert and tested material to the site, which were laid in layers to raise the existing levels. Works are expected to take 42 weeks in total and once complete, Plot 3 is on target to achieve a BREEAM Excellent rating.  McLaren Construction Midlands and North have been working closely with the ecological site team to ensure the protection of the water vole population which have been located in the Redwick Common and Cranmoor Rhines. Gary Cramp, managing director of McLaren Construction Midlands and North, said: “We’re pleased to be working alongside our client and associated contractors to deliver the next phase of this vital sustainable industrial scheme in Avonmouth. “The development includes unique elements which the team are well equipped for, and we have also identified challenges with the ground conditions and water management which we are fully prepared for as part of our strategy. Once complete, the units and office space will provide speculative future clients with sustainable premises, for eco-conscious businesses working towards their net zero targets.” Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals

Clowes Developments have assembled a first-class team to deliver quality warehouse and industrial units at Stud Brook Business Park in Castle Donington. Clowes, together with their team have the expertise to develop units to satisfy small to medium sized businesses but also have the ability to deliver projects on a national scale. A tried and tested professional services team made up of IMA Architects, lead construction contractor, TanRo, Millwards engineers, and employers’ agent, Postins Project Services will deliver the exceptional mixed-use development which will include industrial units ranging in size from 1,500 to 45,000 sq ft Stud Brook Business Park will also provide onsite convenient amenity which will benefit on site workforces and residents alike. Agents, FHP Property Consultants and NG Chartered Surveyors have been appointed to lead on the marketing of the site. A winning combination, indeed. TanRo are committed to achieving a BREEAM score of ‘Excellent’ and an EPC rating of ‘A’ across units 2-7 at Stud Brook Business Park on behalf of Clowes Developments in line with the group’s environmental, social and governance strategy. Some of the necessary steps to achieve these goals include providing enhanced recycling and waste storage solutions, installation of photovoltaic enhanced roofs with the ability to take full capacity of solar PV panels, electric vehicle charging points and a heavy investment in landscaping across the site. Units 2-7 will be delivered as Net Zero Ready with the capacity for occupiers to be Net Zero in Operation. James Richards, Development Director at Clowes Developments added, “Clowes are committed to delivering a first-rate business park in Castle Donington. The mixed-use development will bring a combination of employment & amenity, units to the area which we anticipate will boost the local economy and benefit the neighbouring residents with appropriate convenience offering.” Parties interested to learn more about the leasehold opportunities are invited to contact the sites agents, FHP Property Consultants and NG Chartered Surveyors. Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals

Caddick has been appointed by Trebor Developments on behalf of The Prudential Assurance Company and M&G Real Estate to build Ark 42, a new 42,593 sq. ft industrial and logistics development at Trafford Park Road, Trafford Park. Work on the speculative development is now underway following a groundbreaking with project partners, Trebor Developments and project manager, JLL. The project will see Caddick deliver a BREEAM Excellent two-storey development, including 34,670 sq. ft of warehousing with 10m eaves. The contract will include the construction of two storeys of Cat A office space occupying 7,923 sq. ft of the building and parking provision with EV charging. Work is expected to reach completion in time for spring 2025 occupancy. The project adds to Caddick’s growing portfolio of projects across Trafford, which also includes Bruntwood and Trafford Council’s transformation of Stretford Mall and Glenbrook’s new £45m 199-home high-rise development, Lumina Village at the 12-acre former Kellogg’s site in Trafford Park. Caddick’s appointment to Ark 42 draws on the business’ wider experience in industrial and logistics development, which last year saw the completion of Farington Park in Lancashire where Victorian Plumbing are set to occupy 544,000 sq. ft. Dave Saville, Regional Managing Director of Caddick Construction North West, commented: “Our appointment to Ark 42 represents both our growth in the industrial and logistics sector and also our increasing footprint in Trafford, where there are some really exciting investments taking place. Being so well established in Manchester and the North West we have a network of local supply chain partners that we have engaged in our delivery of Ark 42.” Mark Wright, Partner of Trebor Developments commented: “Ark 42 is Trebor’s latest project for M&G Real Estate and Prudential Assurance Company. We’ve been impressed by Caddick’s approach to the contract and we look forward to seeing this high specification scheme emerge. Ark 42 is a rare opportunity in Trafford Park to see a new high quality, speculative B2/B8 building having first class environmental credentials.”  Jonathan Wiedemann, Head of North West Region, JLL, added: “It’s fantastic to bring this scheme to site and we look forward to working with Caddick and Trebor during the build.  Ark 42 is located in a prominent position, located in the heart of Trafford Park and within 5 miles of the city centre. We’re excited to see the scheme come to life over the coming months.” Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals

Glencar, a leading UK construction company that was recently ranked amongst Europe’s fastest growing businesses, has today announced that is has completed the construction of 14 new industrial/warehouse units for its repeat customer: urban logistics property developer and asset manager, Chancerygate at its Dagenham Logistics Hub development in Dagenham, London. Chancerygate sold the development to investment manager, Padrock in June 2022 The project saw the construction of 14 Grade A units in a range of sizes from 6,456 sq. ft up to 34,826 sq. ft. in a single unit.  The units typically feature 8-10M clear internal height, 37.5 to 50kN sq. m floor loading, electric loading doors, covered loading bays, fitted first floor offices, 15% warehouse roof lights, PV panels, air source heat pumps, the ability to combine units, 12 year collateral warranty, comfort/cooling heating and a landscaped environment. Also incorporated in the newly available units are an extensive number of environmentally friendly technologies to achieve a BREEAM Excellent rating together with an EPC rating of A+ for each unit.  As a result, occupational costs to the occupier will be greatly reduced. These include electric vehicle (EV) charging points, photovoltaic (PV) panels, high-performance building fabric and secure cycle storage for those wishing to reduce their carbon footprint. The design will maintain optimal daylight and air permeability levels throughout the site. Speaking about the project, Glencar Managing Director for the UK South, London, and Ireland, Roy Jones, said: “We are delighted to have had the opportunity to work with Chancerygate once again. This marks our third project with them, and we are thrilled to be involved in a flagship, multi-unit scheme with such compelling green credentials. Dagenham Logistics Hub provides an excellent solution for businesses across Greater London and is a prime example of how sustainability can work hand in hand with economic growth. I would like to thank the entire professional team involved in this build for delivering an exceptional end-product, and we look forward to seeing the building in operation very shortly”. George Long, Padrock Development Manager said: “Occupiers are looking for high specification units with strong ESG credentials, constructed to a good quality which has been delivered to us on this scheme. Glencar were very professional in their approach to this development and the team on site were all very knowledgeable of the various nuances throughout their time on site.” Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals