Leicester software firm expands into 22,000 sq ft offices

TBA, developer of the Autostore software brand of solutions for warehouses, ports and terminals worldwide, is expanding into a 22,000 sq ft office building in Leicester.

The firm says the move to Lancer House represents a “substantial investment in the future of software development” for TBA and confirms its commitment to Leicester after relocating from Blaby.

TBA will now carry out a complete refit of the interior of Lancer House.

TBA is leasing Lancer House from Leicester-based property investment and development company Rotherhill Developments.

Rotherhill managing director Paul Bagshaw said: “We have spent £1.5 million refurbishing the building for TBA so that it meets their exacting standards.

“It is great that we have been able to deliver a property suitable for a hi-tech software developer, which enables them to remain in Leicester where there is a shortage of suitable top-quality space.”

TBA was advised by property agency Mather Jamie.

Alex Reid, director of Mather Jamie, said: “We worked closely with TBA to identify their property needs in relation to their rapidly growing team.

“The impressive refurbishment undertaken at Lancer House shows how updating a vacant property to grade A specification creates opportunities for companies looking to move to secure, high-quality premises.”

TBA Leicester managing director, Andrew McKaig, said: “This move represents a great vote of confidence in the team and will provide employment opportunities for many people in the region.

I’d like to thank all parties involved in helping us create and deliver a fantastic working environment for leading-edge software development.”