Month: June 2025
Circular Construction: Redefining Sustainability in the UK Built Environment
The UK construction industry is undergoing a fundamental transformation, driven by the principles of the circular economy. Rather than viewing buildings as end-of-life structures, designers and developers are increasingly treating them as repositories of reusable materials. This shift not only reduces construction waste but also promotes long-term sustainability in the built environment. Central to this…
Buy-to-Let Remains a Trusted Path to Wealth for a Third of UK Adults
Despite increasing regulatory pressures and rising borrowing costs, a significant portion of the UK population continues to view buy-to-let (BTL) property investment as a reliable route to long-term financial security. According to new research by Market Financial Solutions (MFS), one in three UK adults still regard becoming a landlord as the safest way to build…
CapitalRise Advances Growth Strategy with Bespoke Loan Closure and Senior Appointment
CapitalRise, the UK’s leading prime property finance platform, has announced the successful closure of a bespoke development loan, marking another key milestone in its continued expansion. While specific details of the transaction remain confidential, the deal underscores the company’s expertise in structuring tailored financial solutions for high-value real estate projects. This latest financing achievement adds…
Daibiru Enters UK Market with £169 Million Acquisition of Capital House in London
London, June 2025 – In a landmark transaction marking its official entry into the UK property market, Japanese real estate firm Daibiru Corporation has acquired Capital House at 85 King William Street in the City of London for £169 million. The asset was sold by global investment manager Barings, which had repositioned the building following…
Why Nigerians Are Increasingly Investing in UK Property Insights from Hadiza Atta
In recent years, there has been a noticeable surge in the number of Nigerians investing in the United Kingdom’s real estate market. According to Hadiza Atta, a respected property investment advisor, this growing trend is being driven by a mix of economic strategy, legal certainty, and long-term planning. “Wealth preservation is a primary motivation,” Atta…
North Sea Showdown: RWE, Ørsted, and SSE in Legal Dispute Over Offshore Wake Losses
Three of Europe’s largest offshore wind developers RWE, Ørsted, and SSE are embroiled in a high-stakes legal battle over alleged “wind theft” in one of the UK’s most strategically important renewable energy zones. The dispute centers on RWE’s proposed Dogger Bank South project, a 3GW development that Ørsted and SSE claim will interfere with the…
Henry Boot Completes £9.5 Million Sale of Industrial Park Following Strategic Redevelopment
Henry Boot PLC has announced the successful sale of its TWO45 industrial business park in Skelmersdale, Lancashire, for £9.5 million. The transaction was completed by its property investment and development division, HBD, and acquired by an undisclosed European real estate investor. The sale follows a comprehensive value-add strategy executed over the past three years. The…
Rewilding the Urban Landscape: How UK Developers Are Boosting Biodiversity
Across the United Kingdom, a quiet transformation is taking place in the heart of our cities. Urban developers are increasingly integrating biodiversity-focused features into their projects responding not only to environmental pressures, but also to evolving regulations and public expectations for greener, healthier spaces. Green roofs are now a prominent feature in many new developments….
Green Leases: Aligning Property Management with Sustainability Goals
Green leases are emerging as a powerful tool in the transition to more sustainable real estate. These agreements go beyond traditional lease terms by including joint commitments from landlords and tenants to improve energy efficiency, reduce waste, and use environmentally responsible materials. The result is a more collaborative approach to managing buildings with sustainability at…
Hilco Real Estate Finance Provides £8.25M Facility for Repurposed Manchester Airport Hotel
Hilco Real Estate Finance (HREF) has successfully completed an £8.25 million loan facility secured against a former airport hotel in South Manchester. The property, which has undergone a change of use, is now operating as temporary accommodation and is fully let to Manchester City Council on a 10-year lease. The borrower, a North West-based property…