Magic Sushi Bar casts spell over Doncaster

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Magic Sushi Bar casts spell over Doncaster
A chef with a passion for Japanese cuisine is casting a spell over sushi lovers after celebrating his first year of business in Doncaster. The Bentley-based Sushi Magic Bar was founded by experienced sushi chef Miroslav Kerata and since transforming the former retail unit into a haven for Japanese food, the aspiring entrepreneur has perfected a wide range of traditional sushi dishes and even successfully developed his own Japanese ice cream, which proved to be an instant hit with food lovers across South Yorkshire. Miroslav decided to launch his company in Doncaster when he realised there was a growing appetite in the city for Sushi and after successfully launching a similar business in Sheffield with a friend, he called on help from the Launchpad business support programme to bring his winning formula to Doncaster. Slovakian-born Miroslav first dreamed of running his own business when he secured work as a kitchen porter in a top Japanese restaurant based in London.  As he washed the dishes each evening he began thinking about the steps he would need to take to be his own boss. Recognising the growing popularity of Sushi as a healthy dining choice, when Miroslav relocated to South Yorkshire in 2009, he began learning the skills needed to succeed as a sushi chef, as well as devoting his spare time to researching new recipes and perfecting his culinary skills. But the dream of self-employment never left, and after finding identifying Doncaster as a potential location for his new venture, he began putting his plans into practice. Despite having spent over a decade working as a chef, Miroslav knew that running his own business would present a very different challenge. Having previously tried to run his own company and keen to give his business idea a solid foundation, he reached out to Launchpad, a unique free-to-access business support programme designed to equip new entrepreneurs across South Yorkshire and Bassetlaw with the vital skills needed to succeed in running a new business. Working alongside experienced business start-up adviser Debbie Richardson, Miroslav took part in a series of free training workshops, helping him to learn how to budget and manage the cashflow in his business as well as exploring ways of building and growing his customer base. Despite facing a 40% increase in his running costs over the past 12 months, the Sushi Magic Bar has gone from strength-to-strength. Today, the Sushi Magic Bar employs four members of staff, who produce hundreds of sushi dishes each month. Despite the success he has enjoyed during his first year of trading, Miroslav is not planning to sit on his laurels just yet, and he is hoping to expand the restaurant in the future. Miroslav Kerata, founder, Sushi Magic Bar, said: “Sushi has become a very popular dish in recent years and it’s something that I’ve become passionate about. I’ve always liked the idea of working for myself, but I knew that for the business to succeed, finding the right location would be vital. I felt Doncaster offered a great location. The premises were perfect for my needs, and I realised that when it came to sushi, the city offered a lot of untapped potential. Having previously tried to run my own business, I knew that it would be a big commitment. I spent time finding out what help was available and I contacted Launchpad for advice. Debbie and the Launchpad team have provided a great deal of help and support. The courses I’ve taken part in have helped me to run my business more effectively, from planning and predicting demands on the services to managing and developing staff.  It’s given me the confidence to believe my business could succeed, and I’m now looking to grow and develop my ideas further…watch this space!” Debbie Richardson, business adviser, Launchpad, said: “It was clear from the time that we spent together that he had a clear picture of what he wanted to achieve. Drawing on the skills and knowledge he developed working as a sushi chef, he had developed an accurate idea of what he wanted his business to look like, but he was acutely aware that launching a new business not only means being able to deliver a good product but keeping in control of his finances and building a customer base for his business. The Launchpad programme combines regular training sessions, designed to give new and aspiring entrepreneurs the best possible start on their business journey, as well as one-to-one sessions, helping them to overcome specific challenges or problems they are facing. When launching any new business, it’s important to spend time researching your idea, and it’s clear from the success he has enjoyed – having grown the business from an idea to one that has seen him build a team of staff – that his business has a bright future ahead of it.” Launchpad is a business support programme for new businesses. Financially supported by the European Regional Development Fund and delivered by local authorities within South Yorkshire, Bassetlaw and The Prince’s Trust, the programme provides free help and support to budding entrepreneurs who are thinking of starting their own business or looking for help to achieve business growth.

Quickline closes digital divide for 2,000 left-behind communities

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Quickline closes digital divide for 2,000 left-behind communities
Quickline Communications has provided 2,000 rural communities with fast and reliable broadband in just 12 months – helping to tackle the digital divide in access to the Internet. The fast-growing rural internet service provider is rolling out a market-leading hybrid network, combining fibre and fixed wireless broadband to deliver “broadband for the better” to some of the country’s most remote places. The 2,000 communities Quickline has provided a service to over the past year include:
  • Levisham, in the North York Moors National Park, with fewer than 100 residents.
  • The former mining village of Kinsley, near Wakefield in West Yorkshire.
  • Hainton, located between Louth and Market Rasen in Lincolnshire, clustered around St Mary’s Church, dating back to the 11th
By providing residents and businesses in communities like this with fast and reliable broadband, Quickline is leading the way in tackling the disparity in internet access that leaves many countryside areas in the internet slow lane. The imbalance between urban and rural broadband was highlighted in recent research conducted by data group Point Topic with the Financial Times. It found that, while almost five million UK homes have more than three choices of ultrafast fibre broadband, 10 million households, predominantly in rural areas, do not have an option that meets the need for lightning-fast, reliable connections fit for the 21st Century. Sean Royce, Quickline’s CEO, said: “This report highlights just how vital the work we’re doing at Quickline is. People shouldn’t be disadvantaged by choosing to live in countryside areas and deserve to have the same internet experience as those living in large towns and cities. “Fast and reliable internet access has never been so important. We know that improved internet access unlocks a better quality of life for everyone. It supports skills, jobs, education and entertainment. “Fast broadband means you can stream your favourite TV shows and films, enjoy online gaming, and video call your loved ones without disruption. “That’s why we’re passionate about bringing fast and reliable broadband to left-behind communities, giving them the digital life they deserve.”

Office Interiors – What is Biophilic Design?

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Office Interiors – What is Biophilic Design?
Many businesses are starting to adopt a biophilic office design, but what is it and why is it the current office design trend? Specialists in commercial interior design and fit out, APSS, explains what it’s all about. A biophilic design is the notion that allowing people to create and experience a connection with nature in building designs, increases human productivity. Evidence of this concept being used dates as far back as the Hanging Gardens of Babylon. This form of interior design is something to consider when planning your workspace. First officially introduced by German psychoanalyst Erich Fromm in the 1970s, biophilia is in Fromm’s words, the “passionate love of life and of all that is alive.” Thought to be due to a historic dependence on nature for survival and personal fulfilment, this psychological need is evident in current daily life. People travel all over the world to see beautiful natural sights such as waterfalls, mountains and forests or simply experience nature. More often than not, we are seeing this style appear in offices around the world, but what makes a design biophilic?

Light

Having a well-lit space creates a feeling of comfort and satisfaction. It can also make rooms or buildings appear larger or more open. It makes a space more enjoyable to be in, instead of feeling cramped or restricted to a small area. Using skylights and windows helps maximise natural light, the latter also being used for more airflow for increased comfort and less stuffy conditions.

Plants

These can be in the form of garden space or a small courtyard to relax in. It could even be something as simple as potted plants and desk plants. Larger spaces may allow for trees and bushes to be planted, seating areas to be built and seasonal colour to be added. The addition of scented plants gives extra sensory stimulation. This provides a direct relationship with the natural environment, installing a sense of connection to the natural world and relaxation.

Water

The addition of water to your workspace creates tranquil energy amongst your colleagues. This could be introduced in the form of a running water feature, the sound of which would lead to an increased sensory experience. If you have a body of water nearby, open space to be able to view and appreciate the nature around you could be beneficial. Biophilic interior design does not always have to be a direct interaction with nature. It can also be indirect, such as photos of landscapes and animals, or using natural materials or colour schemes. Including these ideas when considering your office layout helps towards providing a calm and productive atmosphere. This is better utilised where more direct approaches might not be available or ideal for the space you are working with.

Benefits

Apart from being aesthetically pleasing, biophilic design has many added benefits. Multiple studies have shown people growing up in ‘greener’ environments have better physical health. They also suffer with a significantly lower amount of breathing issues and improved mental health. These benefits can be replicated, even later in life, by bringing the outdoors in. This can be achieved either in physical form or by creating a notion of being surrounded by nature. Providing a positive and healthy environment in your office promotes productivity, and presents a more enjoyable place to be in. Adding foliage and natural materials contributes to lowering the number of carbon emissions emitted and increases the overall natural feel in the area. Using vegetation to shade and shelter areas from the sun will reduce the amount of heat absorption. Damage is caused by UV rays, either to property or person.

Lift off for Lincoln College’ £15m air and space training facility

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Lift off for Lincoln College’ £15m air and space training facility
Construction work has started on the new £15.4m Air and Space Institute (ASI) in Newark – and the state-of-the-art training facility is due to open in early September 2024.
Portfolio Holder for Economic Development and Visitors, Councillor Rhona Holloway, from Newark and Sherwood District Council and Newark Town Board Co-Chair Tom Cartledge joined ASI colleagues on-site for the official turf-cutting ceremony this afternoon. Councillor Rhona Holloway, Portfolio Holder for Economic Development and Visitors at Newark and Sherwood District Council, said: “Today marks the start of the exciting construction of a new Air and Space Institute located in Newark. “The facility will train the next generation of pilots, engineers and aviation ground crew – providing young people who dream of flying a plane or working in the aviation or space industries the opportunity to have that dream turned into reality. “To reach this point has involved a huge amount of work and I’d like to pay tribute to Lincoln College Group, Newark Town Board and colleagues within Newark and Sherwood District Council.” Being built adjacent to the Newark and Sherwood District Council offices on the former Cattle Market site, the ASI was one of a number of priority projects identified as part of Newark’s Town Investment Plan, which was developed by the Newark Town Board to regenerate the town centre, boost business and improve infrastructure. As part of the proposals, £10.6 is being contributed towards the project from the Towns Fund. Lincoln College Director of ASI and Strategic Growth, Tom Marsden, said: “This new HQ for the Air and Space Institute will be an iconic landmark for Newark as people enter the town. It’s also hugely exciting for our current and future students, who’ll be training to be pilots and engineers in the civil and military aviation and space industries. “This project represents the vision, drive and tenacity of our partners; the District Council, Newark Town Board, STEM architects, our main contractor G F Tomlinson and our aviation industry partners. “ASI is putting Newark on the map in terms of education and training. Our students are already taking flying lessons and training on real aircraft. This new facility will be truly world-class and attract students from all over the UK. This brings investment, new resources and a huge boost to existing and emerging businesses in Newark. “We’re already training the pilots and aircraft engineers of the future and our Space Engineering programmes for school-leavers start in September. All of our programmes go from level 2 and 3 right up to higher national diplomas and degree-level and we will be in a position to make an exciting announcement about a new local university partner in the next few weeks.” Chris Flint, Managing Director at G F Tomlinson said: “We were delighted to be appointed as the main contractor on this development. “The project will provide students at the Lincoln College Group with a state-of-the-art facility and enable the ASI to offer first-class training at a brand-new campus in the heart of Newark. “We are extremely pleased to have secured this project under the Pagabo National Framework for Major Construction Works. Through our early contractor involvement and close collaboration with the Client team, we look forward to turning Lincoln College Group’s vision into a reality by providing a world-class training facility for young people throughout the region.”

Lincoln investment group snapped up for £3.5m

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Lincoln investment group snapped up for £3.5m

Global wealth management group Kingswood have acquired Lincoln-based JCH Investment Management Limited , which manages over £105m of client assets over 240 clients.

A deal was secured at £3.5m with part of the consideration being tied to performance targets.  Initially £2.1m will be paid, once regulatory approval has been granted and the balance paid payable over a two-year period, subject to the achievement of pre-agreed performance targets. The Acquisition remains conditional on regulatory approval. In the year ending 31 July 2022, JCH generated revenue of £901k and profit before tax of £406k.

Kingswood Group assets under advice (“AuA”) totals over £10 billion from a combination of both global retail and institutional clients.

David Lawrence, Kingswood Group CEO, commented: “I am delighted to announce the acquisition of JCH. Led by John Hebblethwaite, over many years JCH have built deep and enduring relationships with their clients and John and his team have a strong cultural alignment with Kingswood.

 “This Acquisition also allows us to consolidate our existing footprint in Lincolnshire and in doing so create a scalable hub from which to grow. On completion, the existing Kingswood team will co-locate with the JCH team at their Lincoln premises.

 “Kingswood continues to be an acquisitive business and has a further five purchase transactions under exclusive due diligence that we expect to close in the coming months.”

John Hebblethwaite JCH commented:“We are delighted to be joining the Kingswood Group. This is an exciting development for the business, providing additional expertise, capability, and funding to continue our long-term track record of providing a best-in-class service for our clients. Kingswood shares our vision and beliefs of empowering its employees to provide excellent client service and this move gives the perfect outcome for both our clients and team for their future prosperity.

 “I spent over two years investigating our options for a possible merger or sale, looking to find a ‘partner’ that would enable us to take all aspects of our business forward for the benefit of clients and staff alike. I am confident that Kingswood, as a major leading advice business, have the team and culture to be able to do this. We have been very impressed with the depth of quality in their management team.

 “This is an important and positive step forward for JCH, as Kingswood share our fundamental ethos on providing an exemplary service to clients first and foremost.

 “Their focus on service with great client outcomes, combined with understanding that our team are the heart of the business, giving them the opportunity to thrive and grow, made the decision to join them an easy one.”

EY reports record UK revenue and record bonus’s of £800k

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EY reports record UK revenue and record bonus’s of £800k
As EY Partners prepared to vote on whether to separate the company into two businesses, they banked an extra £800,000 in average distributed profit; over and above their annual salary (an increase of over £50k on the previous financial year. The accounting giant achieved revenue growth across all of its service lines in the UK. Consulting grew by 33%, followed by Tax, Assurance and Strategy and Transactions which generated growth of 15%, 11%, and 10% respectively. EY has also seen strong demand across all its industry sectors with stand-out performances from Consumer Products (26.4% growth), Private Equity (26.1%), Energy (21.3%) and Financial Services (13.6%). Hywel Ball, EY UK Chair comments: “This has been a record year of growth in the UK, driven by the long-term investments we’ve made in our business and strong client demand. The decisions we’ve made in recent years, whether that’s continuing to recruit during the pandemic, expanding the Partnership, or the significant financial investments we’ve made in acquisitions and new technologies, have underpinned the extraordinary growth we’ve seen this financial year. These results also demonstrate the strength and resilience that we will continue to bring to navigating the current turbulent economic environment successfully. “With companies facing a convergence of challenges, from climate change and the pandemic to economic uncertainty and shifting consumer habits, we’re investing in the talent, skills and services needed to help our clients transform, grow and build trust with their stakeholders. “Over the last financial year alone we’ve recruited over 5,500 people across all parts of our business, with 37% of roles based outside of London, and appointed 120 new equity Partners. We’ve expanded our range of services in areas including technology consultancy and sustainability through acquisitions and the launch of EY Carbon. Plus, we’ve invested over $1bn globally in audit quality, supported by a refreshed investment strategy here in the UK. “Our legacy as a single organisation has been exceptional and we’re in a strong period of growth for our business. I’m proud that, against this backdrop, we are taking the opportunity to review the shape of our business in the UK and globally to ensure we’re well positioned to build on this success into the future.”

Sterling dips and pundits warn of long recession as BoE announces biggest rate hike in decades

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Sterling dips and pundits warn of long recession as BoE announces biggest rate hike in decades
The Bank of England has announced a rise in interest rates from 0.75% to 3% – the biggest interest rate increase since 1989. The rise follows economic turmoil caused by Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and various faux pas by Liz Truss’s cabinet. Economists are now forecasting that, as a result, the UK will be plunged into one of the longest recessions on record. Seven members of the MPC (Andrew Bailey, Ben Broadbent, Jon Cunliffe, Jonathan Haskel, Catherine L Mann, Huw Pill and Dave Ramsden) voted in favour of the rise. Two members voted against the proposition. Swati Dhingra preferred to increase Bank Rate by 0.5 percentage points, to 2.75%, and Silvana Tenreyro preferred to increase Bank Rate by 0.25 percentage points, to 2.5%. The Bank of England’s governor Andrew Bailey insisted: “If we don’t take action to bring inflation down, it gets worse,”

He added: “The UK’s standing has been damaged by the government’s mini-budget”

The MPC have also stated that, if the outlook suggests more persistent inflationary pressures, it will respond forcefully, as necessary.
 

Centrica and Equinor sign co-operation agreement for East Yorkshire hydrogen hub

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Centrica and Equinor sign co-operation agreement for East Yorkshire hydrogen hub

Centrica and Equinor have signed a co-operation agreement to explore developing a low-carbon hydrogen production hub at Easington in East Yorkshire, further strengthening the region’s growing status as the UK’s foremost hydrogen super place.

Under the co-operation plan, the Centrica-operated area at Easington could transition to a low carbon hydrogen production hub over the coming decade. This would support the Humber’s decarbonisation ambitions and help the UK meet its Net Zero goals and hydrogen production targets. Such a transition would also safeguard many of the existing jobs within this historical gas terminal whilst creating new jobs for the future.

Currently up to one third of the UK’s total gas supply enters via Easington, much of it from Equinor’s Norwegian facilities. Easington is also situated close to some of the world’s largest offshore wind farm developments, offering huge potential for both blue and green hydrogen production.

Grete Tveit, Senior Vice President for low carbon solutions at equinor says “Partnering with Centrica to potentially develop a new hydrogen hub at one of the uk’s most significant industrial sites could help to transform this region’s energy mix whilst preserving and creating jobs and skills”

The area is also earmarked as one of the landing point for the east coast cluster’s carbon capture pipeline, which would transport co2 for safe storage deep under the seabed. as such, it is a key location within the zero carbon Humber Partnership which is planned to provide regional hydrogen and co2 pipelines between the area’s major energy producers and carbon intensive industries. as the uk’s most carbon intensive industrial region, such low carbon projects and infrastructure are vital to tackling climate change whilst future-proofing key industries and creating new jobs.

In response to the ongoing energy crisis, Centrica have secured licences and consents to use Rough to strengthen the UK’s security of natural gas supply in the near term. Centrica is advancing plans to convert its Rough offshore gas storage facility for hydrogen storage as part of its transition to a net zero future.

The UK government recently doubled its 2030 hydrogen production ambition to 10GW capacity, with at least half coming from electrolytic ‘green’ hydrogen. Equinor has ambitions to deliver nearly one fifth of this national target by generating 1.8GW of hydrogen production within the Humber region by 2028, beginning with its flagship H2H Saltend project. Centrica and Equinor expect that the conversion of the Easington Terminal could produce an additional 1GW of low carbon hydrogen production coupled with the around 200MW off-taker demand.

Grete Tveit, Senior Vice President for Low Carbon Solutions at Equinor, said: “The Humber is in a unique position to lead the way on industrial decarbonisation, with Equinor’s Hydrogen to Humber (H2H) projects at the forefront of this transition. Partnering with Centrica to potentially develop a new hydrogen hub at one of the UK’s most significant industrial sites could help to transform this region’s energy mix whilst preserving and creating jobs and skills.”

Chris O’Shea, Centrica CEO adds: “We are delighted to be working in partnership with Equinor to explore opportunities to deliver on our commitments to help the UK transition to net zero as hydrogen will play a key role in achieving this. This exciting project builds on the long-standing partnership between Centrica and Equinor and follows on from our recent agreement to secure additional gas for our UK customers. Like Equinor, Centrica are committed to investing in the Humber region, levelling up and de-carbonising industry to create a world leading, green energy driven, economic hub.”

Mike Whitehead, President of the Hull & Humber Chamber of Commerce says: “Its fantastic to see these two major energy companies seeking to invest and explore ground-breaking projects in this region, demonstrating our long-standing reputation as the UK’s Energy Estuary. Over the coming decades we will need this level of ambition to transition away from fossil fuels whilst creating jobs, boosting skills and attracting inward investment.”

Vertu Motors Acquires Historic Family-Run Motorcycle Business

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Vertu Motors Acquires Historic Family-Run Motorcycle Business

Vertu Motors plc has acquired two BMW Motorrad dealerships from Allan Jefferies, a company which has origins dating back more than 120 years, in a multi-million pound deal.

The dealerships in Shipley, near Bradford, and Rotherham, will sit within the Group’s award-winning Vertu Motorcyclesbrand. The acquisition takes the brand to being the largest BMW Motorrad franchise dealer group in the UK. The 50-plus colleagues will transfer with the business and the aim is to provide complete continuity of customer care and standards of service. Allan Jefferies has been trading and family-run, spanning four generations, since 1901. Picture framer Joseph Jefferies, who is hailed as a pioneer motorist, founded the business in Shipley’s old steam tram shed, near the Ross Hotel in 1901. It moved to premises in the town’s Saltaire Road in 1917, where, named Allan Jefferies after his son, it was to remain for more than 80 years. The Jefferies family is well-known in the motorcycle world with Allan’s son Tony and his brother Nick winning the Isle of Man TT three times. Tony’s son David also won this world-famous race and was a course record holder. Tony ran the business until 2001 when his daughter Louise took over.  Allan Jefferies has represented the BMW brand since 1971 and began solely representing it in the 1990s. Robert Forrester, Chief Executive of Vertu Motors plc, said: “Allan Jefferies always has been based on family values and personal service; this is an ethos that will continue under our Group’s umbrella. “Louise has overseen a business that is in great shape and that, as a result, will provide a firm foundation for Vertu Motorcycles to grow and develop it further.” Louise Jefferies said: “For more than 50 years Allan Jefferies has been associated with selling and servicing BMW motorcycles. In that time, we have always stood for trustworthy service and a friendly welcome. “No-one understood this better than my dad, Tony Jefferies, who first took on the BMW Motorrad franchise in 1971. “Since he died in 2021, I have been considering how we develop the business and usher in the next stage of its history. We wanted to find someone who shares our values and has the scale to take us forward. “It was an emotional decision to make, but I’m pleased we have concluded an agreement with Vertu Motors plc to take on our two businesses. “Our customers will continue to see familiar faces, the dealerships will stay at the same locations and will remain BMW Motorrad businesses. “Vertu Motorcycles, which is an experienced motorcycle retailer, will keep the standards of service and friendliness customers are used to and I am completely happy to put the business in its hands.” Paulo Alves, Head of BMW Motorrad UK and Ireland, commented: “We are delighted to support the acquisition of the excellent Allan Jefferies business in Yorkshire by Vertu. The Jefferies family have built a fantastic operation and we are confident that the business will be in good hands with Vertu. As a leading brand, our customers take priority and we share this philosophy with Vertu. We welcome them as our largest partner in the UK.” The acquisition takes the number of Vertu Motorcycles sales outlets to six. It already operates Vertu BMW Motorrad Sunderland and Vertu Honda Motorcycles Nottingham, Grantham and Stockton.

McLaren scoops contract for Konect 62

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McLaren scoops contract for Konect 62
Henderson Park and Cole Waterhouse have appointed the McLaren Construction Group as main contractor to deliver the first phase of Konect 62, a major tri-modal logistics and industrial scheme in Yorkshire. The announcement follows the joint venture’s formal completion of the 136-acre site’s acquisition for £54m. It has also newly signed a development debt facility with BentallGreenOak enabling the initial phase to get underway.
Phase One will see the speculative development of 1.1m sq ft of state-of-the-art, energy efficient warehouse space across four units, all built to BREEAM Excellent sustainability standards. This will include ‘Big K’ a 735,000 sq ft unit, one of the largest ever delivered in the north of the UK, as well as three further units of 161,000, 151,000 and 55,000 sq ft, catering to a variety of potential occupiers. Konect 62 holds full planning consent for 1.4m sq ft of prime logistics accommodation, however, plans are under review to enlarge the scheme to circa 1.8m sq ft, enabling it to better fulfil the strong occupier demand, with a further planning application for the additional area due to be submitted in the new year. David Nuttall, Managing Director of Cole Waterhouse industrial and logistics, commented: “Appointing McClaren to deliver these sustainable and high-quality units so quickly after we acquired the land and completed the construction funding is a major step forward for Konect and a statement of intent from the partners involved. We plan to be on site within four weeks with completion from Q3 2023. The range of units we are developing will appeal to a diverse range of occupiers who will bring high quality jobs and investment to the area and cement Konect as a significant employment destination in anticipation of our future phases in the coming years.” Commenting on the investment, Christophe Kuhbier, Managing Director at Henderson Park, said: “This strategically located site is optimally placed to deliver much needed capacity into the critically undersupplied Yorkshire industrial market, with local vacancy rates of 2.2%. We are confident that the sustainability and technical specifications of the scheme we are developing will appeal to the highest quality logistics operators as well as traditional industrial occupiers, who are increasingly energy conscious. We are excited to get the project underway and deliver what we believe will be an exemplary regeneration of a major brownfield site.” Gary Cramp, Managing Director of McLaren Construction (Midlands and North), said: “We are delighted to have secured the project which represents a great investment for the Yorkshire region, including plans for one of the largest units ever to be delivered here. The scale and scope of the scheme will bring abundant investment and employment opportunities to the county’s industrial and logistics market, and we are looking forward to continuing relationships with Henderson Park, Cole Waterhouse and their stakeholders.” Jim Blakemore, Global Head of Debt at BentallGreenOak, said: “We are delighted to be supporting Henderson Park and Cole Waterhouse on this project in a key logistics location in the UK. The business plan reflects our debt investment thesis which is to finance best-in-class sponsors who are creating high-quality assets in strong and sustainable locations. This investment builds on 4 million sq ft of logistics assets which BentallGreenOak have lent on in the UK and European logistics markets over the last two years.” The development represents the country’s only inland distribution park ready enabled to offer tri-modal connectivity to the UK and continental Europe via road, water or rail. The site will have a high level of power capacity for energy intensive operations allowing it to appeal to both traditional industrial and logistics occupiers. Located at the crucial axis of the M62 and the A1(M) it is positioned to address local, regional and national markets as well as international markets with a number of seaports and main UK air freight hubs within 4.5 hours. The project team includes: C4 Projects acting as architect, project manager and cost consultant; planning consultant Barton Wilmore; XOsquare as structural engineer; Novo Integration (M&E); Terra 97 (Geo-environmental) and Axis PED (transport). DTRE and Sixteen Real Estate are acting as joint letting agents for the scheme.  
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