Church of England invests £30m in kickstarting net zero plans Oct 12, 2023 Thousands of churches, cathedrals, schools and clergy houses in England will benefit from the first phase of grants and projects worth £30 million, as part of the Church of England’s ambitious plan to achieve net zero by 2030. The aim is to support the Church in reducing carbon emissions from the energy used in churches, […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
29 UK Holiday Parks Up for Sale after RoyaleLife Group’s Administration Oct 4, 2023 Following the financial downfall of RoyaleLife Group earlier this year, administrators are now actively looking for potential buyers for a portfolio of 29 residential caravan parks and related properties. Owned by billionaire Robert Bull, RoyaleLife faced administrative challenges this summer. Paul Davies, Sandra Mundy, and Tom Russell, from James Cowper Kreston, have taken on the […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Infinium Logistics acquires three new sites for its EV fleet charging real estate fund Oct 3, 2023 Infinium Logistics, the European asset management and logistics solutions business, announces that it has acquired three new assets for its FleetHubs property investment platform – the world’s first dedicated EV fleet charging real estate fund. The assets include sites in Heathrow, Sheffield and Surrey, and have been acquired for a total consideration of £40m. They […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
1.3 Billion Reasons Why Premier Inn is a Boon for the UK Economy: An In-depth Conversation with James Anderson Oct 3, 2023 Premier Inn, a renowned budget brand, has been making waves in the UK hospitality sector. Beyond its reputation for quality accommodation, Premier Inn has significantly contributed to the UK’s economy. We sat down with James Anderson, Property Communications Manager at Whitbread, the parent company of Premier Inn, to delve deeper into this. UKREiiF: James, can […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Aldi Targets Expansion in London, Penzance, Bath, and More: £1.4bn Investment Plan Unveiled Sep 28, 2023 Aldi, the renowned supermarket chain, has unveiled its ambitious £1.4bn expansion plan, spotlighting key locations across Britain where it intends to establish new stores. The supermarket behemoth, which ranks as the fourth largest in Britain, has witnessed a surge in its customer base, attracting approximately one million additional shoppers over the last year. Celebrating the […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Casa by Moda secures up to £150m commitment from NatWest for future growth Sep 25, 2023 Single-family homes developer and operator Casa by Moda has secured an initial £60m debt facility from NatWest, with the ability to rise to £150m, allowing it to accelerate the delivery of high-quality new homes for rent across the UK. The landmark commitment from NatWest will form part of Casa’s funding package and will help spearhead […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Phoenix Group Expands Portfolio with Hambro Perks Investment Sep 22, 2023 In a strategic move to diversify its investment portfolio, Phoenix Group, the UK’s leading savings and retirement business, has acquired a stake in the London-based venture capital firm, Hambro Perks. This acquisition aligns with Phoenix’s objective to provide its customers with increased opportunities in rapidly expanding private enterprises. Phoenix Group’s acquisition comprises a 5% stake […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Ellandi Achieves B Corp Accreditation and Now Releases Its First Annual Impact Report Sep 22, 2023 Following its recent achievement of B Corp accreditation, a significant milestone after 18 months of dedicated effort, Ellandi has now unveiled its first annual impact report. “Becoming a B Corp not only means holding ourselves accountable to the highest governance standards and looking to increase our impact with everything we do, but it also means […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
UKREiiF welcomes UK’s Return to EU’s Horizon Programme Boosts Science Park Real Estate Prospects Sep 7, 2023 In a significant move that promises to reshape the landscape of science park real estate in the UK, the nation has officially rejoined the European Union’s Horizon science research programme. This decision, which follows prolonged negotiations, is set to usher in a new era of collaborative research, infrastructure development, and economic growth in areas surrounding […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
AEW launches UK Impact Fund Sep 6, 2023 AEW, one of the world’s leading real estate investment and asset managers, announces the launch of its first, place-based impact investing strategy, the AEW UK Impact Fund (“UKIF” or the “Fund”). The strategy plays to the strengths of real estate’s role as a provider of social and community infrastructure, combining investments focused on social and […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
