European Green Logistics Space (EGLS) has strengthened its UK team with the appointment of industrial and logistics veteran Mike Forster as head of development.
Forster, who has more than 35 years of industry experience, joins from Rockleaze Developments, the I&L development company he founded. Prior to Rockleaze, he led UK operations for Trammell Crow Company and P3 Logistics Parks and was a director of iSec UK.
As managing director, development UK at EGLS, Forster will lead the firm’s UK development activity, focusing on the delivery of new sustainable logistics facilities and the upgrading of existing assets to meet the highest environmental standards.
Ian Worboys, CEO of EGLS, said: “Mike’s appointment marks another important step in the growth of our UK business. His experience in delivering high-quality, sustainable logistics schemes and his deep understanding of the UK market make him a perfect fit for EGLS. Under Simon Stacey’s leadership, our UK team is now extremely well placed to capitalise on opportunities in one of Europe’s most dynamic logistics markets”.
Forster added: “EGLS has quickly established itself as one of Europe’s most forward-thinking logistics real estate platforms, with sustainability and long-term value creation at its core. I’m excited to be joining such an experienced and ambitious team, and to help grow the UK portfolio through the delivery of modern, energy-efficient logistics space.”
