Glencar, a leading UK construction company recently ranked amongst Europe’s fastest growing businesses, recently announced completion of the construction of a 209,000 sq ft speculative industrial/logistics facility at G-Park Basingstoke. It has been developed for long-term and valued customer Wrenbridge, its funding partner Bridges Fund Management and leading global logistics operator GLP.
The construction of the building, completed in only 12 months, boasts a highly sustainable design tailored to the requirements of contemporary occupants, securing an EPC A+ and a BREEAM ‘Excellent’ rating.
The building features an impressive specification, including a 15-meter clear internal height, a floor loading of 50kN per square meter, a yard depth of 47 meters, 19 dock doors, two level access doors, parking for nine HGVs and 162 cars, a gatehouse, a substantial power supply, and 10,829 square feet of office space across two floors.
Speaking about the development, Glencar Managing Director, London and South, Roy Jones said: “Delivering another successful project for our much valued repeat customer, Wrenbridge, marks a significant milestone for us. The advanced features of this facility, including intelligent energy-saving systems and PV panels, enhance operational efficiency and contribute to significant cost savings. Our team’s dedication has resulted in a top-class development that we are excited to showcase.”
The Priestley Road site is situated within the well-known Houndmills Industrial Area, hosting key tenants such as Sainsbury’s, Royal Mail, XPO Logistics, Leverton Clarke, and GAME. It enjoys superb infrastructure connections, presenting a unique chance to cater to the London market and the broader South-East region.