New SEGRO lease grows Slough Trading Estate data centre supply chain
SEGRO has agreed a 10-year lease with ATC to occupy a 20,210 sq ft state-of-the-art and environmentally sustainable unit 160 Edinburgh Avenue, Slough Trading Estate, becoming the latest company to take industrial space to support Europe’s largest data centre cluster
ATC – an existing SEGRO customer – specialises in the installation of servers into data centres in addition to cargo handling for land transport activities. The new facility strategically positions the company to better serve its clients, including data centre operators at Slough Trading Estate.
In line with SEGRO’s commitment to Champion low-carbon growth, the unit meets BREEAM Excellent and net-zero carbon in operation standards. Sustainability features include:
- Smart building sensors to enable energy-efficient operation of the building
- Photovoltaic panels on the roof which will save 26 tonnes of carbon emissions per year, the equivalent to planting 1,226 trees.
- Energy efficient LED lighting throughout, which will reduce CO2 by 12 tonnes and save around £11,000 per year
- A 55m² living wall on the front of the building will trap 7,150 grams of dust, extract 126.5 kg of gas and 71.5 kg of particulate matter from the air, and produce around 93.5 kg of oxygen every year
- Air source heat pump providing heating and comfort cooling
- Water reducing products throughout, such as self-closing taps for all wash basins
- Use of a natural, photocatalytic paint on all wall surfaces that purifies the air through CO2 absorption and reduces ambient odours, enhancing employee wellbeing
- Electric vehicle charging points
- Secure bicycle parking with green roofs and wildlife habitat panels
- Additional bird and bat boxes, and insect habitats to nest and increase pollination across the development.
Anna Bond, Head of Western Corridor at SEGRO, said:
“Slough Trading Estate sits proudly at the forefront of the UK’s data centre sector, underpinning the country’s digital economy and growth aspirations. This lease with ATC demonstrates how our cluster of data centres is creating an ecosystem that attracts a wide range of other companies, creating employment opportunities and contributing to the local economy.
“We’re hugely proud that ATC has chosen to grow its business with us and the fact that the company has chosen to occupy a unit that has benefitted from an extensive refurbishment which significantly improved its sustainability credentials demonstrates their and the sector’s commitment to low-carbon growth.”
James Carter, Technical Services Manager UK at ATC, said:
“This deal marks a significant milestone for our business. The state-of-the-art facility at Slough Trading Estate equips us with the resources to better serve our clients, particularly in the rapidly expanding data centre sector.
“SEGRO’s commitment to sustainability aligns perfectly with our own environmental goals, and we’re proud to operate from a space that prioritises innovation, efficiency, and ecological responsibility. We look forward to continuing our partnership with SEGRO as we grow our operations.”
Slough Trading Estate is the largest privately-owned business park in single ownership in Europe. Over one third of the estate is less than 10 years old. Local amenities including high street banks, restaurants, shops, fitness facilities and healthcare centres are all within easy reach on the estate, creating a vibrant business community for occupants.
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.