Tungsten Properties, with funding partner Tristan Capital Partners, advised by Savills, has completed the first letting at the newly developed Centurion Park business park in Horsley Cross, Colchester to Chigwell Window Centre, part of the Chigwell Group.
Chigwell Window Centre manufactures, supplies and fits high-performance aluminium and uPVC windows, doors and glazed extensions.
Headquartered in Hainault, east London with four south east showrooms, they have taken a 20 year lease on unit 6 which totals 45,754 sq ft (4,250 sq m) to expand their manufacturing and distribution and house 70 staff.
Centurion Park is a brand new development of 11 high quality industrial and distribution units, suitable for B1C (light industrial), B2 (general industrial) and B8 (storage and distribution) uses. The units range in size from 11,000 – 70,500 sq ft (1,021 – 6,967 sq m) with dedicated office space, yards up to 45m, 37-50KN/M2 floor loading, 5 MVA power, up to 8-12 eaves height, mixed mode ventilation, solar power and EV charging points.
The buildings have achieved sustainability credentials which include EPC ‘A’ rating, BREEAM ‘Excellent’ and Net Zero Carbon in Construction.
Dean Floyd, managing director, Chigwell Group, added: "We chose Centurion Park because of the high-quality industrial units and the attention to detail in the development. The specifications provide the ideal foundation for our business to thrive, serve our customers and continue creating jobs. Centurion Park's commitment to sustainability aligns perfectly with our company's values. The net zero carbon development, BREEAM Excellent rating, and features such as solar panels and EV charging points demonstrate a forward-thinking approach that we greatly appreciate."
Luke Davenport, associate development director, Tungsten Properties said: “On behalf of Tungsten Properties and Tristan Capital Partners we would like to welcome the Chigwell Group to Centurion Park, Colchester. Their long-term commitment to the site is testament to the high quality of the development and its attractiveness to occupiers looking to secure good value space in the Essex region. We wish the Chigwell Group all the success in their new home and thank Savills for managing the process so smoothly.”
Mike Wilson, associate director, industrial agency team, Savills Chelmsford said: “Demand for high-quality units in Essex is increasing, driven by a lack of new stock with strong green credentials. It’s great to welcome the Chigwell Group to Centurion Park. They have an impressive business and are looking to expand further. As specialists in windows and doors, we were delighted by their comment about Centurion Park’s high quality!”
Savills and Coke Gearing are the leasing agents.
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