Starlight Investments Continues Its UK Expansion with Acquisition of Second Major Build-to-Rent Community in Leeds Dec 16, 2024 Starlight Investments (“Starlight”), a leading global real estate investment and asset management firm, has announced the further expansion of its UK portfolio through the acquisition of a 300-suite build-to-rent (“BTR”) community under development in Leeds. The property, purchased from Leeds-based developer, Torsion Group, is in a prime location on the eastern edge of the city centre within walking distance of popular […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
HBD and Feldberg Capital launch joint venture Dec 16, 2024 Feldberg Capital (Feldberg) and HBD, the development and investment arm of Henry Boot, have launched a new joint venture, Origin. A UK focused industrial and logistics platform, Origin will own and develop next generation, ESG compliant industrial and logistics assets predominantly in the mid box market. It will target c.£1 billion of high quality I&L […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Ballymore Submits Major Riverside Development Plans for East London Dec 16, 2024 Leading property developer Ballymore has submitted two significant hybrid planning applications to Newham Council for transformative riverside developments in east London. The proposed Thames Road and Knights Road schemes aim to deliver a total of 3,684 new homes while enhancing local infrastructure, community spaces, and employment opportunities. Located next to Thames Barrier Park and Pontoon […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Student Tribe Seals £10.5m Loan from Secure Trust Bank Real Estate Finance to Fund HMO Portfolio Dec 16, 2024 A major student accommodation provider has sealed a £10.5m residential investment loan to refinance a portfolio of 50 student houses in multiple occupation (HMOs) in Birmingham, Leeds, Lincoln, and Manchester. The five-year facility to Student Tribe has been issued by Secure Trust Bank (STB) Real Estate Finance, which marks the fifth deal between the businesses in the […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Eddisons announce UKREiiF 2025 partnership Dec 13, 2024 Eddisons has announced its involvement with The UK’s Real Estate Investment & Infrastructure Forum (UKREiiF), which is set to take place between 20-22 May 2025, in Leeds. With its headquarters in Leeds, chartered surveying practice and property consultancy Eddisons offers multi-disciplinary services across a variety of sectors. Established in 1844, the company has grown both […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
City of London Corporation Approves Plans for 1 Undershaft, Set to Become the Tallest Building in the City Dec 13, 2024 The City of London Corporation has officially approved plans for 1 Undershaft, a 74-storey skyscraper that will rise 309.6 meters (1,015.8 feet), matching The Shard as the tallest building in the UK. The landmark project will add approximately 1.7 million square feet of prime office space to London’s financial district. 1 Undershaft will stand 309.6 […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
EQT Exeter Acquires Two Prime UK Warehouse Properties for Over £100 Million Dec 13, 2024 EQT Exeter, a leading global real estate investment manager, has announced the acquisition of two high-quality warehouse properties in the UK through its EQT Exeter European Logistics Value Fund IV. The properties, located in Milton Keynes and Dartford, were purchased from M&G Real Estate for over £100 million. Property details: The combined area of the […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Valor Real Estate Partners Acquires £20 Million Multi-Let Industrial Estate in North London Dec 13, 2024 Valor Real Estate Partners, Europe’s fastest-growing last-mile real estate specialist, has announced the acquisition of a purpose-built, multi-let industrial estate in Edmonton, North London, from HBD for approximately £20 million. The newly acquired site is located in Edmonton, a key industrial submarket in North London known for its strategic connectivity and robust demand for urban […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Manchester and Opportunity London announce area takeover at UKREiiF 2025 Dec 12, 2024 Manchester and Opportunity London have secured a dedicated space at The UK’s Real Estate Investment & Infrastructure Forum (UKREiiF), which is set to take place between 20-22 May 2025, in Leeds. Manchester will be represented by The Manchester Invest Partnership which is headed up by Manchester City Council, Greater Manchester Combined Authority and co-ordinated by […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
UKREiiF announces 2025 exhibitors Dec 5, 2024 The UK’s Real Estate Investment & Infrastructure Forum (UKREiiF) has announced the first leg of its exhibition partners for the annual event taking place between 20th-22nd May 2025, in Leeds. UKREiiF will feature two expansive exhibition halls, teeming with a diverse array of organisations, from local authorities and private sector companies to investors and government […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
