Winvic to build largest ever logistics hub in North England

Logistics real estate developer Panattoni has announced plans to construct the “largest-ever” speculative logistics unit in the North of England.  

Inside the deal: Panattoni bought a 65-acre site on the Nottinghamshire/Yorkshire border, by junction 34 of the A1(M), from Mulberry Developments in an off-market deal. 

The developer has planning consent to deliver more than 1.2 million sq.ft of logistics space on site. 

As part of a two-phase development, construction of a 770,000 sq.ft building will start in the autumn, with practical completion expected in September next year. 

Winvic Construction has been appointed as the main contractor. 

The cross-docked unit will include 18-metre eaves, 55-metre service yards, EV charging ports, and 15 per cent rooflight coverage. 

Called Panattoni Central A1(M), the developer is targeting a net zero carbon development, an EPC rating of ‘A’, and a BREEAM sustainability score of ‘Outstanding’. 

The remaining 27-acre plot, which already benefits from reserved matters planning consent for a 461,000 sq.ft building, will initially be marketed on a build-to-suit basis.  

National distribution routes positioned nearby include the A1(M), M1 and M62 as well as the east coast ports.  

Advising: Panattoni was advised by Cushman & Wakefield and Mulberry Developments was advised by M1 Agency.    

Panattoni remains focused on the ‘big box’ market, where there is a scarcity of supply and strong demand for units of 400,000 sq.ft and above. 

Dan Burn, head of development North West & Yorkshire at Panattoni, said: “This is a fantastic opportunity for us to acquire a prime logistics site in an established location by the A1(M).  

“The development provides us with the opportunity to capitalise on the dearth of supply of XXL units across the country.” 

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