UKREiiF

𝗪𝗘 𝗕𝗥𝗢𝗨𝗚𝗛𝗧 𝗜𝗡 𝗔 £𝟮𝟬.𝟵 𝗠𝗜𝗟𝗟𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗘𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗢𝗠𝗜𝗖 𝗕𝗢𝗢𝗦𝗧 𝗧𝗢 𝗟𝗘𝗘𝗗𝗦 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗪𝗘𝗦𝗧 𝗬𝗢𝗥𝗞𝗦𝗛𝗜𝗥𝗘! 🌆 💰 We're so excited to announce that an independent report by Arup has discovered we have sparked almost £21M of local economic activity in the city and wider West Yorkshire region in 2024. Read more: https://lnkd.in/dG-QRU35

London developer Aitch Group is thrilled to announce the approval of outline planning consent for their landmark New Belvedere scheme to bring the site from industrial land to residential. This marks a significant milestone for Aitch Group, regenerating an under-utilised industrial site, delivering 1250 new homes and a vibrant community hub with a projected Gross Development Value (GDV) of £330 million. - https://lnkd.in/gymF_hDH Also in today's newsletter... Henley Investment Management Ltd, the international real estate investment and fund management firm, announces that Greater Manchester Pension Fund has committed to their Secure Income Property Unit Trust II , a fund focused on UK social housing, generating secure income returns through real estate while also creating significant social value. - https://lnkd.in/gRU2e_Jj Hampshire Trust Bank has secured a £25 million deal with GMV Twelve to fund the construction of Kirkstall Forge, a new neighbourhood in Leeds. - https://lnkd.in/gSG_iXct Revised plans are being drawn up for Glasgow’s expansive High Street goods yard site following its sale to a new developer. The 7.5-acre derelict site, located between Collegelands and Bell Street, has been acquired by Galliard Apsley Partnership, a joint venture between Galliard Homes and Apsley House Capital PLC, which focuses on large-scale brownfield regeneration. -https://lnkd.in/gnwFQa-n Logik Logistics International, a Coventry-based logistics firm, has been acquired by the Danish logistics group DANX Carousel. The deal provides an exit for Debrett’s and Frontier Development Capital (FDC), which supported Logik Logistics’ management buyout (MBO) in 2022. - https://lnkd.in/gUB_NYPT Laurence Quail Stuart Savidge Robert Syrett Stephen Conway David York Lars Ryssel

Ever wondered what the big glass box is across the dock at #UKREiiF? Our Glassbox meeting space is highly prestigious, with important discussions taking place here. From talks between the UK's government to meetings over breakfast and lunch with investment firms, the Glassbox is the place to be!

Aviva Investors, the global asset management business of Aviva plc, announces it has agreed to forward fund the creation of 101 single-family homes in Cambridge, continuing its development partnership with Packaged Living, the UK’s leading sustainable living specialist. - https://lnkd.in/ekCXcKhH Also in today's newsletter... Triple B, an international investment group dedicated to fostering innovation, empowering entrepreneurs, and improving communities, is excited to announce its latest acquisition: the iconic 7 Birchin Lane property in the heart of London’s financial district. - https://lnkd.in/eKzGyg36 Medway Council has initiated a public consultation on the Local Plan, a pivotal document that will influence the region’s development for the next 15 years and beyond. -https://lnkd.in/e3VFmHDE Leading property developer Ballymore has submitted an outline planning application to redevelop Edgware’s Broadwalk Shopping Centre, the bus station and garage – in partnership with Places for London – Transport for London’s property company which owns some of the area’s land, including the bus station and garage. - https://lnkd.in/ezdK5G8q Developer Chancerygate has been granted planning permission to speculatively build 103,000 sq ft of Grade A urban logistics space in Southwater, near Horsham. - https://lnkd.in/e7EXWyHX Thomas Archer Bata James Stevens Jonathon Ivory John Mulryan Graeme Craig Matthew Young

Did you know that most of the metro mayors from across the country attended UKREiiF, just days after being elected? You might be wondering why regional leaders from across the UK travelled to Leeds for #UKREiiF. UKREiiF provides a platform for people and organisations to connect with those they might not interact with in their day-to-day lives. For instance, Kim McGuinness, the newly elected North East Mayor, visited UKREiiF for the first time to discuss plans to create jobs, build homes, and attract investment to drive economic growth through the new The North East Combined Authority. UKREiiF is a space for generating ideas! We invited regional leaders alongside senior local and government voices to share their ambitions and discuss challenges over lunch in our prestigious Glassbox. Attendees included Angela Rayner, Deputy Prime Minister; Kate Willard OBE, Chair of Thames Estuary Growth Board; Peter Denton, Chief Executive of Homes England; kellie beirne, Chief Executive of Cardiff Capital Region ; Sir John Peace, Chairman of Midlands Engine; and various regional mayors. They discussed plans for collaborative regeneration projects and strategies to grow inward investment in each region. UKREiiF strives to be as inclusive as possible. Tracy Brabin, Mayor of West Yorkshire Combined Authority, hosted the annual UKREiiF Women in Real Estate and Construction Reception on the second day of the event. This informal networking reception allowed guests to meet and connect with other women working in the construction industry.

Scottish developer Drum Property Group is poised to acquire the Gallery Gardens project in Manchester’s Castlefield district, a £94m development initially proposed by DeTrafford. The project, which includes 366 flats, entered administration in early 2023 without construction commencing. - https://lnkd.in/ei65eSkA Also in today's newsletter... Bruntwood SciTech is in advanced discussions to acquire The Pinnacle, a 27,000 sq ft Grade A office building located on King Street in Manchester city centre. The property, currently owned by ReAssure, a branch of Legal & General Investment Management (LGIM), offers premium office space across 11 floors, including fully fitted areas with 30 desks, breakout spaces, meeting rooms, and basement parking. - https://lnkd.in/eA_HvSXe The City of Wolverhampton Council has formalised a development agreement with English Cities Fund (ECF) for the ambitious City Centre West regeneration scheme. The 12-acre redevelopment area, spanning from School Street to Darlington Street, including Market Square, aims to transform Wolverhampton’s urban landscape. - https://lnkd.in/e9M_TCZB Clowes Developments have successfully purchased a 31-acre site at Harrier Park, Hucknall from Rolls-Royce via their Development manager Muse. - https://lnkd.in/eSGSj7YK Chris Burden Sarah Day James Richards

It's been just 7 weeks since #UKREiiF 2024 and we're so pleased to share just a selection of the HUGE list of names already signed up to be a part of UKREiiF 2025! 👇

Sirius Real Estate has announced the successful raising of £150 million to support its property acquisition strategy. The company revealed that it would issue shares at 94p, a slight discount to the closing price on Wednesday. - https://lnkd.in/daC3WZT2 Also in today's newsletter... Plans for the tallest building in Wales have been unveiled for a prime site in Cardiff. Bluecastle Capital has acquired the final plot at Central Square from Rightacres Property to develop a 35-storey build-to-rent apartment block. - https://lnkd.in/dxjiF8Xs Liverpool City Council has launched a consultation on a new housing strategy aimed at delivering 12,000 homes over the next six years. This plan seeks to provide 2,000 homes annually and increase affordable housing availability across the city. - https://lnkd.in/dNZsFJAA OnLogistics, a Solihull-based company specialising in e-commerce and order fulfilment services, has acquired Exact Logistics Limited, based in Rugby. - https://lnkd.in/dMkrnjPz Plans are underway for the construction of over 750 homes in Billericay’s green belt. Gleeson Land has submitted an application to Basildon Council for 250 homes on land off Laindon Road. - https://lnkd.in/dsfS7d7J Schroders Capital’s real estate team, acting on behalf of Greater Manchester Pension Fund, has successfully completed the off-market acquisition of Brackmills Central Industrial Estate in Northampton from M&G Real Estate for £35 million, reflecting a capital value of £128 per sq ft. - https://lnkd.in/dpmtsUzp Andrew Coombs Ed Williams Adam Shuter Karen Shuter Nick Bennett Barry Byers Pall-Ex Group Philip Scott Matt Good

Team #UKREiiF are back on site! We've been scouting out some new areas and spaces at our Leeds venue 👀 Stay tuned…

Mayor Tracy Brabin has vowed to deliver a “new dawn” for housebuilding across West Yorkshire, by working in lock-step with local housing providers and the new government in Westminster. - https://lnkd.in/g4sE34Ht Also in today's newsletter... Switchee, a social housing technology provider, today announces a £5 million investment, between new investor Octopus Ventures, and existing investor AXA Investment Managers. - https://lnkd.in/gs8cCErF Plans have been unveiled for a new, highly sustainable social housing development exclusively for older people in Salford. - https://lnkd.in/gh-j7sCg Bellway Homes announced the terms of a possible all-share offer for Crest Nicholson plc. - https://lnkd.in/g-SYBuXb Chancerygate and specialist sustainable and impact investor Bridges Fund Management Ltd. have submitted plans to speculatively build 270,000 sq ft of Grade A urban logistics space on a former automotive component manufacturing site in Erdington, Birmingham. - https://lnkd.in/gVvw3ZT5 Cleveland Gate Retail and Business Park in Guisborough has been put on the market for over £10.5 million. The park, which hosts well-known brands and local businesses, is attracting interest from both national and international property investment firms. - https://lnkd.in/gtmSmCbm Aviva Investors, the global asset management business of Aviva, announces it has agreed to acquire and forward fund a fully amortising lease for the creation of a new student village at Staffordshire University. - https://lnkd.in/gyZbgJm9 Denise Jeffery Wakefield Council Wallhead Andrew West Yorkshire Housing Partnership West Yorkshire Combined Authority Tom Robins Adam Fudakowski Edward Keelan Jonathan Dean Elizabeth Froude Platform Housing Group Liam Turner Salix Homes Rob Watts Mark Wells Marcus Mollan