Glencar has been appointed as principal contractor for the design and construction of the first phase of VGP Park East Midlands, a major multi-unit logistics development.

This marks Glencar's first collaboration with both VGP, a leading pan-European industrial real estate developer, and Newlands, who are acting as development managers.

Phase 1 of the project involves the construction of two industrial units: Unit 3, measuring 240,000 sq ft, and Unit 4, measuring 130,000 sq ft. Both units will include integrated office space. In addition to the vertical construction, the works will comprise full site-wide earthworks and the formation of plateaus to enable future development of Units 1 and 2 as part of a later phase. Significant infrastructure improvements will also be delivered, including Section 278 highway works to Netherfield Lane and Tamworth Road.

-- Advertisement --

The development is targeting BREEAM Excellent certification and includes full external works, such as HGV and car parking, access roads and landscaping.

Peter Goodman, Managing Director at Glencar said: "This is an important milestone for Glencar as we embark on our first project with both VGP and Newlands. The VGP Park East Midlands scheme stands out not just for its scale but also for its ambitious sustainability targets and technical complexity. We look forward to bringing our expertise to the table and working collaboratively to deliver a best-in-class logistics park."