Panattoni has successfully completed a significant last-mile logistics site near Heathrow, marking a notable development in the logistics sector.
- The Poyle 80 development is a net zero carbon project built to the highest sustainability standards, addressing modern environmental concerns.
- Situated near key transport hubs, the site offers unparalleled access to international and local markets, enhancing its strategic importance.
- Development manager Alex Mitchell emphasises the site’s potential as a central hub for e-commerce and e-fulfilment operations.
- The project is part of Panattoni’s broader efforts to address the warehousing shortage in the South East, with similar developments planned.
Real estate developer Panattoni has completed the construction of an 80,000 sq ft logistics site near Heathrow, catering to the demand for last-mile delivery solutions in strategic locations. This initiative, named Poyle 80, stands as a testament to Panattoni’s forward-thinking approach, integrating net zero carbon principles and securing a BREEAM rating of ‘excellent’ alongside an EPC rating of ‘A’.
The logistics hub comprises modern amenities including a 50-meter service yard, five dock doors, and two level-access doors, offering flexible logistics solutions. With a clear internal height of 12.5 meters and 37 car parking spaces featuring 20% EV charging provision, the site is equipped to meet diverse logistical needs. Its location, near junction 14 of the M25, provides immediate access to Heathrow’s cargo terminals, thereby optimising logistical efficiency.
Alex Mitchell, development manager at Panattoni, highlights the strategic value of the location by stating that Poyle 80 is ideally positioned for businesses with global aspirations. “Poyle 80 represents a rare ultra-urban last-mile opportunity that is perfectly positioned to serve as a central distribution hub for businesses with global ambition.” Mitchell further noted the site’s potential for e-commerce and e-fulfilment, facilitated by its proximity to major transport routes.
Beyond its completion, the project plays a critical role in addressing the M23 corridor’s warehousing shortage, evidenced by Panattoni’s concurrent developments at Brighton and Burgess Hill. These efforts form a broader strategy to bolster mid-box logistics capabilities in the region, including progressive speculative projects such as the 200,000 sq ft site in Crawley.
Panattoni’s plans for future development around Heathrow underline the company’s commitment to enhancing logistics infrastructure, crucial for supporting the burgeoning e-commerce sector. This vision extends to the logistics site on Horton Road, aiming to cement Heathrow’s status as a pivotal logistics hub within the UK.
The completion of the Poyle 80 site exemplifies Panattoni’s strategic investment in sustainable and efficient logistics solutions near major transport hubs.
