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Look to other markets for inspiration
As we start building a new generation of multi-storey, last-mile logistics schemes, we can learn as much from urban developments – whether offices, hotels, residential or hospitals – as from greenfield sheds.
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Infrared in I&L settings
The conundrum of how to slash emissions while cutting energy bills is a burning issue across the UK’s industrial property market. Businesses have been drowning in sky-high energy bills, but new heating options are being rapidly taken up by a sector hungry for innovation and cost savings
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Hines’ recipe for success
UK managing director Greg Cooper tells Property Week why the international property giant is eager to increase its presence in the British industrial and logistics market.
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Green transition must be equitable
Upskilling workers with the most to lose from climate change will be key to decarbonising UK property.
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Q&A: Five minutes with Cheryl Perry
The senior development director at Infinium Logistics on being ‘firm but fair’ and loving Star Trek.
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Embracing the need for change
In my late teens, my summer holidays were spent temping in factories on industrial estates to help pay for my university education. In a short but varied career in the industrial sector, I made French doors, packed Christmas gifts in sweltering 30-degree heat and processed holiday photos. It was tiring, ...
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Q&A: Tritax CEO Colin Godfrey on thinking outside the box
Tritax Big Box chief executive outlines the firm’s key strategies amid 2024’s economic uncertainties.
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Rooflights can help boost sustainability
Brett Martin’s Stuart Middle tells Property Week how rooflights can help developers meet both occupier and sustainability demands in industrial and logistics buildings.
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Let’s champion the benefits of logistics
Logistics is the lifeblood of UK business, playing a critical role in our supply chain infrastructure. An efficient, sustainable and reliable logistics network is also an essential component of a thriving local economy.
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‘A feeling of belonging is key’
Hannah Awonuga joined Knight Frank six months ago as group head of EDI after a 17-year career at Barclays. Here, she talks to Property Week about how the industry can change.
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Supporting a healthy balance
Mental Health Awareness Week (13-19 May) shines a spotlight on supporting and improving mental wellbeing. So, what steps can real estate firms take to help employees in this area?
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Best-in-class assets outpace wider market
Warehouses with strong ESG credentials lead the way in rental growth, while vacancy rate rises to 6.4%.
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Alternative lenders can aid SMEs
Smaller prime property developers can secure suitable funding for their projects from alternative lenders.
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I&L adds park life
Industrial and logistics sites traditionally lack attractive outside spaces for people to relax, but the latest developments are starting to blur the boundaries.
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Timber MMC needs more support
To realise the sector’s potential, government must help to combat planning barriers and fund training.
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London faces I&L land challenge
GLA consultation on industrial and logistics land and uses is welcome but risks further reducing supply.
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Q&A with Aldi’s MD of real estate: “We’re committed to opening 500 new UK stores”
Jonathan Neale, managing director of real estate at Aldi, tells Property Week about the value supermarket chain’s growth ambitions and why it has created a centralised property team
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How to measure social value
While progress has been made in the understanding of social impact, there is still a long journey ahead to help businesses gain the most insight from the data that they collect.
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Swansea pioneers a green model
A £4bn green energy, transport hub and port development should be a blueprint for other major cities.
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More clarity on MEES is essential
Government must outline its plans for energy efficiency regulations to help industry hit net zero targets.