Landsec Considers Major Investment in Liverpool One Shopping Centre Aug 23, 2023 Landsec, one of the UK’s leading Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs), is reportedly eyeing a £350 million investment for a controlling 69% stake in Liverpool One, the prominent shopping centre in the heart of Liverpool. The stake is presently held by Abu Dhabi Investment Authority (ADIA), which has engaged JLL to seek a buyer. Liverpool […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Major Property Acquisitions in Edinburgh and Glasgow Signal Robust Market Aug 23, 2023 In a series of significant property deals, French investor Remake Asset Management has acquired a prime office and retail block in Edinburgh, while S Hotels & Resorts has secured the freehold of Mercure Glasgow City Hotel. Remake Asset Management’s acquisition of the property at 40 Princes Street, Edinburgh, was finalized for £29.53 million. Built in […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Wirral Set to Welcome a Green Urban Village with 1,600 New Residences Aug 23, 2023 In a significant move towards urban regeneration, Ion Property Developments has unveiled plans to transform the historic Birkenhead Gas Works site into a state-of-the-art eco-friendly community, named the Hind Street Urban Garden Village. This ambitious project is set to house a primary school and a sprawling 648,000 sq ft of commercial area. The company has […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Manchester University Launches Search for Partner in £400m Student Housing Project Aug 22, 2023 The University of Manchester is on the lookout for a student housing partner to undertake a significant redevelopment project at its Fallowfield campus. The contract, valued between £275m and £400m, involves the design, construction, financing, and operation of new student halls. The ambitious plan aims to replace existing bedspaces with up to 3,300 new ones, […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Investment Fund Acquires Multiple Properties in Key Cities Aug 22, 2023 The Urban Splash Residential Fund has made a significant investment to expand its portfolio, acquiring 129 homes across Manchester, Salford, and Leeds. This £15 million investment has increased the number of homes in the Urban Splash UK Residential LLP (USUKR) portfolio by 41%, bringing the total to 437 homes. The acquisition also adds £1.3 million […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Bradford Interchange to Undergo £Multi-Million Revamp; No Developers Attached Yet Aug 22, 2023 Bradford Interchange, a central transportation hub in the city, is set for a significant transformation with a multi-million-pound redevelopment plan. Interestingly, the official submission of the redevelopment plans does not mention any specific developers attached to the project, leaving room for speculation and anticipation regarding who will take on this major undertaking. The proposed redevelopment […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Brent Cross Town attracts leading provider to develop retirement village Aug 22, 2023 Brent Cross Town announces that it has attracted the joint venture between Audley Group and Senior Living Investment Partners (‘SLIP’) to deliver Brent Cross Town’s first retirement village. It marks continued investment and construction momentum at the 180-acre, £8bn net zero park town being delivered by Related Argent and Barnet Council partnership. Providing specialist homes […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Carter Jonas Achieves Planning Consent for Barking Community Hospital Aug 22, 2023 National property consultancy Carter Jonas has secured planning consent on behalf of Barking, Havering and Redbridge University Hospitals NHS Trust for a brand new Community Diagnostic Centre for Barking. Consent was awarded by London Borough of Barking and Dagenham on 7th June 2023. The 0.1ha site has been host to the Barking Community Hospital for […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Bidwells confirms pavilion at UKREiiF 2024 Aug 21, 2023 Leading real estate consultancy, Bidwells, has confirmed its participation at The UK’s Real Estate Investment & Infrastructure Forum (UKREiiF), which is set to take place between 21-23 May 2024, in Leeds. Following on from a successful experience at UKREiiF for the past two years, Bidwells have decided to upgrade their presence at the event by […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Octopus Real Estate Backs Hampshire Care Home and Residential Development with £1.7 Million Loan Aug 21, 2023 Octopus Real Estate, a leading UK specialist in real estate lending and investment and part of Octopus Investments, has successfully completed a £1.7 million commercial bridge loan. The loan is secured on a 2.19-acre plot of land in Odiham, Hampshire, with planning permission for a 60-bedroom care home. The planning also includes consent for the […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
