GMI Construction Group Ltd has been appointed to develop a 400,000 sq. ft warehousing and logistics hub on the former Pilkington Automotive and GKN Aerospace sites at King's Norton, Birmingham.

Developed by Tristan Capital Partners and Canmoor, in partnership with regeneration specialists St Francis Group, the £32.9m Urban 8 Logistics Park will feature eight highly energy efficient units which range from 25,000 sq. ft to 70,000 sq. ft.

All will achieve a BREEM Excellent rating, and the project features a variety of sustainable measures including LED lighting, over 300,00kWh/annum of PV power generation, electric vehicle charging and energy saving infrastructure – resulting in overall CO2 emissions savings of 25%.


The high specification detached units, set amid landscaped surroundings, will be externally finished in composite metal cladding in various grey and silver finishes, with glazing incorporated into entrances and office spaces.

The speculative development, which could create 900 jobs, will add to Tristan and Canmoor’s already extensive I&L portfolio, and represents a considerable investment in the Midlands market. Henley-based St Francis Group will act as development managers taking responsibility for delivering the completed units.

Located off Eckersall Road, the 29-acre brownfield site is adjacent to the A441 and A38, offering fast connections throughout the region.