Category: Projects

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 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…

Orbex has invited the local community to attend a public meeting on Monday, June 16 at 7 pm at the Kyle Centre in Tongue to share the latest developments regarding the paused Sutherland Spaceport project. In December, Orbex announced it would pause construction at the A’ Mhoine site near Tongue, choosing instead to launch initial…

Blackstone has reached an agreement to acquire Warehouse REIT for £470 million, offering shareholders 110.6p per share. Although this offer is lower than some previous bids, Warehouse REIT’s board has welcomed the proposal, seeing it as a fair reflection of the company’s value given the current market environment. The commercial real estate sector, particularly in…

Hill Partnerships Limited is set to deliver a major £50.7 million residential development in Borehamwood, Hertfordshire, following a direct award from Thrive Homes. The appointment comes without the usual competitive tender, highlighting a growing trend in strategic project delivery. This opportunity stems from the work of Hill’s sister company, Hill Residential Limited, which had already…

The UK construction landscape is witnessing a significant milestone as the £3 billion London Gateway Port Building Extensions project takes the lead as the country’s largest development, according to the latest data from Barbour ABI. This expansion signals a strategic commitment to enhancing the UK’s trade infrastructure at a crucial time of economic transformation. Situated…

A new developer, MORE, founded by architect Ben Cross and real estate expert Basil Demeroutis, is preparing to take on the significant challenge of retrofitting the Grade II*-listed No 1 Poultry building in the City of London. The pair describe their mission as a disruptive force in an industry often slow to innovate. No 1…

The first stage of a £5 million vehicle repairs hub project on Tyneside has been completed, marking a significant development for the region’s automotive sector. UK Land Estates has refurbished a 66,000 square foot building on the Tyne Tunnel Trading Estate, which will soon become the Lookers Paint & Body Centre. This new facility will…

Legacie is marking an important milestone this year, celebrating a decade of impactful development that has significantly contributed to Liverpool’s regeneration. Founded in 2015 by John Morley, the company has played a pivotal role in reshaping the city’s landscape, delivering over 3,000 residential units across 20 buildings. These projects have helped breathe new life into…

From his office in London’s iconic Shard skyscraper, Dan Jackson, co-founder of renewables firm Cerulean Winds, is quietly shaping the future of green energy in the North Sea. Jackson and his team are developing ambitious plans for floating windfarms technology that could unlock vast amounts of renewable power off the coasts of Scotland’s Highlands and…