Steel forms major Midlands logistics spaces

Steelwork erection has been completed on three warehouses at the Coventry Logistics Park, a development that forms part of the UK’s leading distribution location, known as the Golden Triangle.

Working on behalf of Glencar Construction, Caunton Engineering designed, fabricated, supplied and erected 2,000t of steelwork for the scheme.

Being developed by Bericote Properties and designed by architects Corstorphine & Wright, the three speculative warehouses will provide 44,900m², 23,300m² and 4,300m² of floor space respectively.

The overall scheme, which is targeting a BREEAM ‘Excellent’ rating, is being constructed on the site of a former Toys ‘R’ Us store that was demolished as part of the early works.

Reaching an eaves height of 15m, each of the warehouses include integrated Grade A offices, while the largest unit also includes attached hub offices.

Bericote Properties Development Director Jonathan Maher said: “This project demonstrates Coventry City Council’s recognition of the need for high-quality distribution space in the area, to provide jobs for the local community.”

Covering an area of 42-acres, the Coventry Logistics Park is located close to the M6 and M69 motorways.