1,000 jobs on the cards as major logistics scheme gets underway
Work has begun on a major logistics and distribution scheme in Ashby de-la-Zouch which could support almost 1000 new jobs.
GLP has started earthworks at G-Park Ashby – a 48-acre development site where either one or two logistics warehouses of up to 736,487 sq ft will be created depending on demand.
The national developer has secured outline planning permission for the scheme, which is scheduled to complete by Q1 2024.
Adrienne Howells, senior development director at GLP, said: “G-Park Ashby is an exciting addition to our portfolio in the Midlands and indicates our ongoing confidence in opportunities in the Golden Triangle, following the success of projects such as Magna Park Lutterworth. Trends such as e-commerce have buoyed already high demand for prime logistics space, particularly high-quality, conveniently-located, sustainable facilities such as this.
“Not only will this new development bring excellent opportunities for our customers; it will also boost employment in the region, creating almost 1000 new jobs and providing major benefits for the local economy. Once again, we are planning our development with place-making as a priority, focusing on environmental features such as our ponds, green open spaces and our G-Hive bee programme.”
