Contract awarded for north London multi-storey warehouse

Glencar Construction has been appointed by St George, a leading mixed-use developer and member of the Berkeley Group, and SEGRO, a leading owner and developer of warehouse space to construct its first multi-storey industrial development in the London Borough of Brent.

The development, to be called SEGRO V-Park Grand Union, will provide 12,500m² of flexible light industrial space over six storeys and is said to be an innovative new concept for delivering multi-storey light industrial property. It has been designed to maximise employment space and accessibility on the 1.7-acre plot and will support up to 500 jobs.

It forms part of Grand Union, a new canal-side destination which is being delivered by St George. The 22-acre former derelict Northfields Industrial Estate is being transformed into a vibrant new mixed-use neighbourhood in Alperton comprising 3,350 homes, 35% of which are affordable with the first residents already moved in, delivering much needed homes and jobs to the London Borough of Brent.

Within SEGRO V-Park Grand Union, the ground and first floors will be utilised to provide over 100 parking spaces, with electric vehicle charging points also being incorporated. The flexible industrial space is arranged over four upper levels which can be configured for individual units offering a range of sizes, supported by shared meeting rooms, breakout areas and wellness spaces, including a green roof terrace.

Commenting on the appointment, Glencar CEO Eddie McGillycuddy said: “As the first multi-storey logistics development of its kind to be developed in London, and the UK more generally, we are absolutely delighted to be appointed by St George and SEGRO to deliver this ground-breaking development.

“The six-storey, multi-floor unit is a highly innovative concept in terms of the way the building functions and how the employment space is used. We are very much looking forward to working with St George, SEGRO and the full project team to bring this fantastic design to life and seeing it in action.”