First phase contractor announced for £1bn logistics site
Winvic Construction has been awarded the contract for the first phase of the West Midlands Interchange (WMI) project, the UK’s largest new intermodal logistics development site.
This 734-acre Strategic Rail Freight Interchange (SRFI) site at M6 Junction 12, will deliver up to eight million square ft of commercial space which will transform multi-modal movement of goods around the UK.
As well as helping to attract global business and investment, it will create more than 8,500 jobs.
Designed in consultation with the local community, 109 acres for two community parks are being created as part of the site’s development.
Winvic joins Oxford Properties and Logistics Capital Partners in the delivery team for the construction of this strategic site.
The site is being financed and delivered by Oxford Properties, in partnership with European developer Logistics Capital Partners.
John Pagdin, head of UK business, Logistics Capital Partners, said: “We are delighted to be working with Winvic again following earlier successful collaborations to deliver the UKs newest and most exciting Strategic Rail Freight Site. Winvic’s experience in designing and constructing similar schemes and their credentials in engaging with local and regional stakeholders will ensure that the phase one works will be delivered sustainably and collaboratively.”
Robin Everall, head of development, Europe at Oxford Properties, said: “Winvic possess an impressive track record of executing large-scale, complex schemes and we are pleased to welcome their expertise to the project team as we deliver a best-in-class logistics park with occupier demand, technological advancements and environmental, social and governance principles at its core.”
Rob Cook, Winvic’s director of civils and infrastructure, added: “Winvic has worked for over twelve months as the design stage partner on West Midlands Interchange and with the fantastic relationships built with Oxford Properties and Logistics Capital Partners during that time, Winvic is primed to deliver the first phase civils and infrastructure works. We are known for the successful delivery of similar intermodal logistics schemes, sustainable projects and employment and training opportunities to local people, so we look forward to applying our tried and tested collaborative approach to create this best-in-class logistics park and Strategic Rail Freight Interchange (SRFI).”
The first phase of construction will start in autumn 2023 with completion expected between 2033 and 2034.
