SEGRO completes new letting to support global food supply chain
SEGRO has let 40,000 sq ft of space to Rhodes Freight Services, a new customer at Slough Trading Estate that specialises in handling and transporting perishable products such as vegetables, fruit, pharmaceutical goods and freshly cut flowers that require temperature-controlled environments
The facility, located on 61 Whitby Road, represents the largest single industrial letting on the Slough Trading Estate this year.
The lease was signed following the practical completion of renovation works, including improvements, repairs and alterations to accommodate Rhodes Freight’s requirements for advanced technologies and temperature-controlling equipment. Practical completion was achieved two weeks earlier than anticipated.
In line with the developer’s Responsible SEGRO commitment to Champion low-carbon growth, all gas-reliant heating systems were removed and replaced with electric heating and energy-efficient LED lighting to reduce carbon emissions and maximise operational efficiency.
Rhodes Freight Services also specialises in transporting air freight across Europe and air cargo processing to support the global food supply chain. It has relocated to Slough from Iver.
Anna Bond, Head of Western Corridor at SEGRO, said:
“This letting reflects the speed and adaptability of our teams in preparing spaces to accommodate varying business operations. The transportation of perishable goods requires meticulous planning, and this is a great example of how we work closely with our customers to understand their requirements and provide the scale and flexibility that supports their continued growth.”
David Gaskell at Rhodes Freight Services, said:
“We are so excited to be coming to Slough, especially into such a fantastic building. This step feels natural for us as a company, with room to develop and we look forward to the challenges ahead. We feel that this new, prestigious premises, in this prime location, raises our profile with customers old and new, giving us a secure foundation to increase our approach to the global marketplace.”
Slough Trading Estate is Europe’s largest privately-owned business park under single ownership and is home to a wide variety of companies.
SEGRO is continuing to diversify its customer portfolio on the Trading Estate, where Rhodes Freight Services will join a community of businesses across varying sectors such as telecoms, biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, automotive, IT, R&D, logistics, data centres and food processing.
About SEGRO
SEGRO is a UK Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT), listed on the London Stock Exchange and Euronext Paris, and is a leading owner, manager and developer of modern warehouses and industrial property. It owns or manages 10.8 million square metres of space (116 million square feet) valued at £20.6 billion serving customers from a wide range of industry sectors. Its properties are located in and around major cities and at key transportation hubs in the UK and in seven other European countries.
For over 100 years SEGRO has been creating the space that enables extraordinary things to happen. From modern big box warehouses, used primarily for regional, national and international distribution hubs, to urban warehousing (including data centres) located close to major population centres and business districts, it provides high-quality assets that allow its customers to thrive.
A commitment to be a force for societal and environmental good is integral to SEGRO’s purpose and strategy. Its Responsible SEGRO framework focuses on three long-term priorities where the company believes it can make the greatest impact: Championing Low-Carbon Growth, Investing in Local Communities and Environments and Nurturing Talent.
Striving for the highest standards of innovation, sustainable business practices and enabling economic and societal prosperity underpins SEGRO’s ambition to be the best property company.
See www.SEGRO.com for further information.