Milton Keynes Set for Major Revamp with Brunel Centre Redevelopment Feb 28, 2024 Milton Keynes City Council is gearing up to endorse a transformative plan for the Brunel Centre and adjacent former retail spaces in Bletchley, envisioning a bustling hub of housing and leisure. This redevelopment of the 6.4-acre site is anticipated to incorporate high-density residential areas alongside a variety of leisure facilities, potentially embracing high-rise structures. Following […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Mission Street and BentallGreenOak joint venture to deliver new 23-acre science district for Cambridge Oct 12, 2022 In a major boost to the UK’s life sciences sector, Mission Street and BentallGreenOak (BGO) will deliver a world-class science and innovation campus less than 10 minutes east of the city centre, following the acquisition of a 23-acre site on Coldham’s Lane in Cambridge. This is the fifth and largest acquisition by the specialist science […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Mixed-use developer Socius to partner with Railpen to deliver Botanic Place, a major new office development in Cambridge Jan 18, 2023 Mixed use developer Socius is pleased to confirm a partnership with Railpen, the investment manager for the £35 billion railways pension scheme for Botanic Place, a major new office development in Cambridge city centre. Railpen acquired Botanic Place, which is adjacent Cambridge Botanic Gardens and close to the city centre and primary rail link, in […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Moorfield and Stor-Age acquire UK self storage portfolio Mar 23, 2022 UKREiiF attendee Moorfield Group, a UK-focused real estate fund manager (“Moorfield”), announces that is has acquired a 302,000 sq ft self storage portfolio. The acquisition was made behalf on behalf of its Moorfield Real Estate Fund V (“MREF V”) and through its joint venture with Stor-Age (the “JV”), the South African self storage Real Estate […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Mortimer Street Capital Seals £4.1m Development Exit Agreement Apr 30, 2024 Mortimer Street Capital has finalised a £4.1 million development exit bridging facility for a client who recently completed a 22-unit scheme within a gated development in Surrey. Following the completion of the scheme with new build warranties in place, the client sought to refinance the existing development finance facility. Their aim was to lower their […] Posted by: David Gilbank Read more
Network Rail Boosts Environmental Credentials with Biodiversity Units Purchase for Cambridge Station Jan 3, 2024 Network Rail has bolstered its environmental strategy with the acquisition of 65 biodiversity units from Cambridgeshire County Council. The move is part of the company’s efforts to offset the environmental impact of the new Cambridge South railway station and is in line with upcoming regulations mandating biodiversity net gains for new developments. The new railway […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
New £50 million MOD cyber academy to be built in Oxfordshire Sep 30, 2022 A new £50 million UK centre is to be built at Shrivenham in Oxfordshire to support the training of world-class cyber experts, domestically and internationally, Defence Secretary Ben Wallace has announced. Based in Shrivenham, Oxfordshire, the launch of the academy comes after the DCMS revealed cyber-attacks, including espionage activity and ransomware infiltration, across Government has […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
New £700m Innovation District announces new Managing Director Oct 15, 2024 Oxford North, the new £700 million innovation district in Oxford, has appointed Simon Ruck as its new managing director and Kevin Reid as its new energy and engineering manager as part of the strategy to build the on-site management and facilities team ahead of opening in mid-2025. Simon has more than 25 years’ experience and […] Posted by: Deividas Krupstas Read more
New housing association Southern Housing acquires 794 homes in Surrey, Berkshire & Hampshire from L&Q Jan 24, 2023 Southern Housing has confirmed its first major asset acquisition since registering as a housing provider in December 2022 following the merger of Southern HousingGroup and Optivo. The first tranche transfer of 694 homes from L&Q, which completed today, builds on Southern Housing’s already significant presence in Surrey, England. Richard White, Executive Development Director at Southern […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
New Stadium and 3,500 Homes Approved for Kent Development May 2, 2024 Plans for a new football stadium and thousands of homes on brownfield land in Kent have been given the green light by Gravesham Borough Council. Ebbsfleet United FC’s proposal for an 8,000-capacity stadium and accompanying residential complex comprising 3,500 homes has been approved, signalling a transformative development for the area. The project entails the demolition […] Posted by: David Gilbank Read more
Newark and Sherwood Council Unveils £149 Million Investment in Local Development Mar 14, 2024 Newark and Sherwood District Council has announced an ambitious £149 million investment plan to revitalise the area. This extensive programme, set for the next four years, aims to significantly improve sports facilities, housing, and historical sites, including the esteemed Newark Castle. The investment, discussed and unanimously agreed upon during a full council meeting on March […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
NFU Mutual desposes industrial portfolio to Barings in £234m deal Jul 28, 2022 NFU Mutual has agreed to dispose of 8 logistics assets in a £234m deal with Barings. In total it covers 1,477,431 sq ft of space – with assets in the Midlands, South West, South East and North West. Fully let, the tenant base is diversified, with the likes of e-commerce, manufacturing and freight brands taking […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
