New logistics hub is one of ‘greenest in country’
ANEW green logistics warehouse has opened in Birmingham which developers claim could be one of the most environmentally friendly buildings of its kind in the country.
St Modwen has completed work on the new Longbridge 155 project which has seen a £20 million, 155,000 sq ft industrial unit launch as part of its long-running £1 billion regeneration of the former MG Rover works.
The building in Groveley Lane, south of the Longbridge town centre, also includes 9,500 sq ft of grade A office space.
Among its green features are roofmounted solar panels, larger windows and air-source heat pumps which St Modwen said would add to its appeal among occupiers looking to cut energy costs as prices increase. The building, which is expected to create more than 300 jobs once occupied, was officially opened by
Cllr Rod Laight, chairman of Bromsgrove District Council.
Polly Troughton, managing director at St Modwen Logistics, said: “Longbridge is an area close to our hearts and we are really excited to open Longbridge 155. From day one, we have wanted this unit to be as sustainable and energy efficient as possible to support our customers’ needs and we have worked tirelessly alongside our partners GMI Construction to make this a reality.
“Our customers tell us that rising costs, attracting and retaining staff, and meeting company environmental, social and corporate governance targets are their biggest focus at the moment.
“We look forward to welcoming in an organisation that shares our passion for sustainability.”
GMI Construction Group carried out the build of the new warehouse.
Joint divisional management director Gareth Jones said: “We’re thrilled to have reached practical completion and handed over a highquality, sustainable warehouse to St Modwen Logistics.
“The sustainable design is very much in line with our values as a construction company and we are very proud to have been a part of this project.”