Bid to build speculative logistics scheme close to Salford’s rugby stadium

Plans have been submitted to speculatively build 105,000 sq ft of Grade A urban logistics space on a site near the Salford Community Stadium in Eccles, home of rugby league side Salford Red Devils and the Sale Sharks rugby union team.

Located on Stadium Way, the proposed scheme will comprise nine leasehold units ranging from 6,150 sq ft to 23,500 sq ft.

The proposed development is a joint venture between developer Chancerygate and global real assets investment management firm CBRE Investment Management. 

The five-acre site is in close proximity to the M60, M62 and M6 motorways, offering easy access to Manchester, Liverpool and the wider North West region.

All properties at the development will feature electric vehicle charging points along with solar cells which provide green energy on an affordable basis to occupiers.

In addition, the units will be constructed from high performance building materials to reduce CO2 emissions.

The scheme is targeting a BREEAM accreditation of Excellent and for all units to achieve an EPC A rating as a minimum.

Chancerygate development manager, Andy Farrer, who is based in the company’s Warrington office, said: “This site offers the perfect location to deliver our high quality urban logistics accommodation which will benefit SME business across Salford, Greater Manchester and the wider North West.

“Our proposed plans for the scheme will provide units which have strong sustainability credentials in an area that offers fantastic access to key road connections and major motorway networks.”

He added: “We now look forward to working closely with Salford City Council to progress our planning application and deliver prime economic assets.”