Huge step forward for transformation of town centre as development partner announced Jul 7, 2023 A major milestone has been reached in the ongoing transformation of Oldham town centre, with the announcement of the council’s new development partner today (Friday 7 July). The ground-breaking new partnership with nationwide placemaker Muse, will bring millions of pounds of investment to Oldham, as well as creating new jobs and opportunities for local people, […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
ICG Real Estate provides £100 million development loan to Salboy to fund new 556-home Manchester development Mar 26, 2024 ICG Real Estate, the real estate division of ICG, has provided a £100 million loan to Salboy Limited to fund the development of a major 556 build-to-sell residential scheme in Manchester’s ‘Green Quarter’ district. Sitting on the site of the former Boddington Brewery directly opposite Manchester Arena and Manchester Victoria station, Waterhouse Gardens is well […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Iconic power station site will continue to be key part of Warrington’s economic future Jul 5, 2022 The site of an iconic power station which helped to support Warrington’s economy over the past 50 years will continue to secure much-needed future investment for the town and wider region after a change in ownership. Natural resources and energy company Peel NRE, part of regeneration business Peel L&P, has acquired the Fiddler’s Ferry Power […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Industrials REIT secures planning for multi-let industrial scheme Feb 28, 2022 Industrials REIT, the UK multi-let industrial (“MLI”) property company, has secured planning approval for a 55,750 sq ft MLI scheme at its Old Mill Industrial Estate, in Bamber Bridge, Preston. Acquired in 2018, Industrials REIT will transform the existing estate by redeveloping an old industrial building and utilising some vacant land. The 44 new light […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Investec REALIS acquires prime Manchester office in partnership with XLB Feb 3, 2025 Investec Bank Investec Bank plc (“Investec”), a leading international financial services provider, announces that Investec REALIS (“REALIS”), the equity strategy that it launched last year, has acquired Citygate, a 47,000 sq ft office in the heart of Manchester’s CBD. In line with REALIS’s strategy of working alongside best-in-class operating partners, XLB will be responsible for […] Posted by: Deividas Krupstas Read more
Investec Supports Manchester Housing with £22 Million Loan to Realstar May 13, 2024 Investec Real Estate disclosed a strategic financial move by providing a three-year, £22 million investment loan to a fund managed by Realstar Group. This loan is secured against UNCLE Manchester, a centrally located multifamily residential scheme in Manchester, underscoring the continuing demand for high-quality housing in the city. UNCLE Manchester features 171 studio and one-bedroom […] Posted by: David Gilbank Read more
Investment boost for Liverpool and East Anglia as Freeports given green light Jan 11, 2023 Freeports in Liverpool and East Anglia have received final government approval meaning the majority of English Freeports are now fully up and running. Freeports in Liverpool and East Anglia have received final government approval today (Tuesday 10th January) meaning the majority of English Freeports are now fully up and running. Freeport East and Liverpool City […] 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
Issa Brothers Set to Demolish Final Thwaites Building in Blackburn Aug 23, 2024 The billionaire Issa brothers have submitted an application to demolish the last remaining structure of the former Thwaites Brewery in Blackburn. The building, a former visitor centre, is located on a nearly half-acre site off Penny Street, which is owned by their property company, Monte Blackburn. The brothers, who made their fortune with the creation […] Posted by: David Gilbank Read more
Joint Venture launches MIX MANCHESTER – Airport-based Science, Innovation Manufacturing campus May 13, 2024 A revised masterplan has been developed which will see the creation of the UK’s best-connected science, innovation, and manufacturing campus at Manchester Airport. MIX MANCHESTER will be one of the largest science and innovation campuses in the UK, delivering 2 million sq ft of high-quality advanced manufacturing and science space. It will be the only […] Posted by: David Gilbank Read more
Joint Venture Secures Stoke Property for £5.28 Million in Roadside Asset Expansion Dec 15, 2023 A joint venture established to develop a portfolio of UK roadside property assets has acquired a site in Stoke for £5.28m. The acquisition is the first for the joint venture between Barkby Group and Meadow Partners. Meadow acquired the asset in September 2023 and is selling it to the JV at cost. The acquisition will […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
JR Capital and Chancerygate £150m urban logistics multi-let fund acquired Liverpool’s North and South Harrington Buildings for £9 million Mar 18, 2024 JR Capital and Chancerygate’s 150m multi-let urban logistics investment fund has acquired Brunswick Business Park’s North and South Harrington buildings in Liverpool for £9m. The 120,000 sq ft fully let industrial estate was acquired from CEG. Located less than one mile south of the city centre with frontage on the A5036 Sefton Street, the North […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
