£20m sustainable warehouse to create more than 300 jobs
St. Modwen Logistics has boosted the regeneration of Longbridge and surrounding areas with a further £20m investment to build a 155,000 sq ft sustainable warehouse that could create more than 300 jobs.
The Longbridge 155 warehouse development, located at The Cofton Centre next to the former MG Rover plant, is due for completion in October 2022.
The office space – comprising 12,626 sq ft – will be operationally Net Zero Carbon, achieved by limiting the operational energy demands and embodied carbon emissions. This includes the use of an energy efficient hybrid air source heat pump, smart metering, and further sustainable enhancements such as AAA rated white goods which reduce electrical use, low energy lifts, and recycled carpets.
The warehouse space will include several environmental credentials including triple-skinned GRP roof lights which reduce glare and overheating; built-up cladding which provides excellent air tightness and is fully recyclable; 20% electric vehicle charging; and PV solar panels.
Polly Troughton, managing director at St. Modwen Logistics, said: “St. Modwen Logistics is committed to investing in projects that deliver quality, sustainable developments which support local economic growth and generate jobs.
“Our Swan Standard philosophy is core to our sustainability and responsible business practices; it underpins our journey of using sustainable materials in our buildings and enabling operational Net Zero Carbon office space. This sets the benchmark for our future developments, is a positive step forward towards our Net Zero Carbon ambitions, and offers minimal carbon impact for our customers.”
