Tritax Big Box Developments (TBBD) has let a 138,250 sq ft unit at Symmetry Park Darlington to supply chain business Martin Brower on a 20-year lease.
The bespoke facility has been built to meet BREEAM Excellent and net zero carbon in construction standards.
The letting coincides with TBBD getting planning consent for the second phase of development at the park. Reserved matters planning consent has been secured for an additional 490,000 sq ft of logistics space spread across three facilities of 165,000 sq ft, 269,500 sq ft and 55,000 sq ft.
Simon Dixon, development director at TBBD, said: “Martin Brower UK and Ireland is an excellent addition to our customer portfolio at Symmetry Park Darlington, joining another international heavyweight on this highly strategic site. This exceptional development is ideally situated for the North East and Scotland, providing state-of-the-art logistics space for businesses looking to expand their capabilities and reach across a broad area.”
Parv Sangera, Martin Brower UK and Ireland managing director, added: “This new distribution centre marks a major milestone in our journey to strengthen resiliency and expand capacity across the UK. Establishing our first footprint in the North East not only enhances our network, but also creates over 200 new local jobs – reinforcing our commitment to the communities we serve. Designed with sustainability at its core, the site reflects our strategy to architect smart, sustainable supply chains that deliver long-term value for our customers, while ensuring we continue to provide the best possible service.”
Colliers, Gent Visick and Carter Jonas are joint marketing agents at Symmetry Park Darlington. Martin Brower was advised by JLL.
