Built Environment Networking Blog: South West News

Stoford and Church Commissioners JV to develop 500,000sq ft of industrial space

Leading commercial property developer, Stoford has announced a new site wide agreement with the Church Commissioners for England that will unlock future phases of development at a job creating industrial scheme in East Devon. The agreement paves the way for the development of an additional c.500,000 sq ft of industrial/logistics accommodation at Exeter Logistics Park, […]

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Supermarket Income REIT acquires four assets for £76.4m

Supermarket Income REIT plc (LSE:SUPR), the real estate investment trust providing secure, inflation-protected, long income from grocery property in the UK announces the acquisition of four supermarkets for a total purchase price of £76.4 million (excluding acquisition costs), reflecting a combined net initial yield of 5.1%. Acquired from different vendors, the purchases consist of two […]

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Thriving Investments continues scaling flagship PRS strategy, with c. £20 million investment in two single family developments

Picture Living has committed c. £20 million to forward fund two single family housing (“SFH”) schemes in the South of England, totalling 42 high quality family homes for rent. The investments maintain Picture Living’s momentum, bringing forward much needed, sustainable family homes across the UK, against a backdrop of slower housing delivery, higher mortgage rates […]

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Torbay Council Announces £100 Million Deal Following Participation in UKREiiF Annual Event

Alan Denby, Director of Pride in Place at Torbay Council, has announced a groundbreaking deal expected to be worth over £100 million. This monumental agreement comes as a direct result of Torbay Council’s participation in The ‘UK’s Real Estate Investment & Infrastructure Forum’ (UKREiiF) annual event held in Leeds. Denby expressed his enthusiasm, stating, “We’ve […]

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Torbay Council latest name to sign up for UKREiiF 2023

Torbay Council have announced their partnership with the UK’s Real Estate Investment & Infrastructure Forum (UKREiiF), which is set to take place between 16-18 May, in Leeds. Unitary local authority, Torbay Council have confirmed their exhibition space at the event next year, where they will showcase their place to over 6,000 delegates, including, investors, developers, […]

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Torquay Town Board Confirms Success of Torbay’s Regeneration Partnership

Torbay’s efforts to revitalise its townscape are gaining momentum, with Torquay’s Town Board praising the positive outcomes from recent partnerships aimed at enhancing the area. Torbay Council, alongside Willmott Dixon and Milligan, known collectively as WDM, are steering redevelopment projects with an eye on long-term benefits for the locale. Since November 2023, when the collaboration […]

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TRIG Expands Green Portfolio with Acquisition of Battery Storage Firm Fig Power

The Renewables Infrastructure Group (TRIG), known for its investments in green energy, has announced the acquisition of Bristol-based battery storage developer Fig Power. This move adds a significant 1.7GW development pipeline to TRIG’s portfolio, which includes 400MW of projects with grid connection offers and an additional 1.3GW on exclusive sites. The acquisition, involving 100% equity […]

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Truro’s Pydar Regeneration Scheme Receives £18.2 Million Boost

The Pydar Regeneration Scheme in Truro is set to proceed, with Cornwall Council committing an additional £14.804 million to its capital programme, including £10 million specifically for Pydar. This funding will enable the transformation of former council buildings into a vibrant new development featuring housing, student accommodation, and a hotel. The planned project at Pydar […]

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UKCM agrees £14.5 million sale of Bristol office building to Tri7

UK Commercial Property REIT Limited (“UKCM” or the “Company”) (FTSE 250, LSE: UKCM) announces that it has sold its 67,000 sq ft office building in Temple Quay, Bristol, to Tri7, a value-add real estate investment and asset management firm. 2 Rivergate in Temple Quay, Bristol, has been sold for £14.5 million, which is in line with the […]

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