Network Space Developments (NSD) has submitted a planning application for a 85,000 sq ft ‘tech box’ development at the St Helens Manufacturing and Innovation Campus on Merseyside.
The Project Halo scheme will comprise four hybrid industrial and office units ranging from 7,629 sq ft to 31,484 sq ft on a five-acre council-owned site located off the A570 James Roby Way
The units have been designed to meet the needs of life science advanced manufacturing occupiers and the scheme forms a key part of the Liverpool City Region Life Sciences Innovation Zone.
Joe Burnett, development director at NSD, said: “This application represents a pivotal step in realising the vision for a high-quality employment space that addresses a productivity gap within the manufacturing science sector. By attracting life sciences businesses, there is the potential to create hundreds of skilled jobs while reinforcing St Helen’s key role in the region’s investment zone.”
Anthony Burns, leader of St Helens Borough Council’s Leader, added: “This is another major step forward for the growth and regeneration ambitions of St Helens. It isn’t just about shiny new buildings but more about raising aspirations and creating new opportunities for our residents. In this project we will support high-tech businesses to start up or expand operations here in our great borough. This development proposal will build on the renewed focus of our borough as a world leader in manufacturing innovation, building on our rich history for a brighter future for our residents and communities.”
Subject to approval, construction is anticipated to start in early 2026. The project team comprises AEW, GWB Consultants, Stantec, Kaizen Consulting Engineers and Spawforths.
