Developer submits plans for manufacturer’s £30m HQ
Property developer, Stoford has submitted a detailed planning application for the development of a £30m headquarters, which could create up to 50 new jobs.
The scheme is for Task Consumer Products, a family-owned firm specialising in the manufacture and distribution of soft tissue products, including toilet tissue, kitchen towels and hand towels.
Comprising almost 210,000 sq ft of new industrial/distribution accommodation on the 18-acre Citygate Park on Stafford Road in Wolverhampton, Task’s operations will expand within one location.
Plans include the 83,500 sq ft extension of an existing building which will be connected through a conveyor belt system, to a new purpose-built unit of 125,000 sq ft with three-storey office space.
Energy-efficient measures including PV roof panels will be contained within the fabric of the building and the site will have provision for electric vehicle charging.
Stoford has been appointed lead developer for the scheme, which could start as early as February 2024 if approved.
Work is set to begin this month (November 2023) on the demolition of a vacant neighbouring warehouse, formerly occupied by automotive manufacturer Fablink, which has been given prior approval by the City of Wolverhampton Council.
Nikul Patel, director at Task said: “This investment is being driven by the rapid growth of our Little Duck brand, as well as our increasing market share in the private label sector. It will allow for further production capacity and warehousing, and we expect to create as many as 50 new manufacturing and distribution jobs to meet customer demand.”
Stoford’s joint managing director, Dan Gallagher said: “This proposed extension and new development is exciting news for employment in Wolverhampton. It will enable Task to consolidate its operations and continue to deliver market-leading products from the same location. We will shortly begin demolition of an adjacent disused property to ensure there are no obstructions on site and that the full programme can be delivered more swiftly.”
