Following a project halt, Chesterford Research Park appoints Glencar for its laboratory and office development.
- Initially undertaken by Readie Construction, the laboratory project faced a premature end due to their insolvency.
- Glencar steps in with a comprehensive plan for completion, targeting an October 2025 finish.
- The project highlights modern architectural elements designed by BCR Infinity, promoting flexibility and functionality.
- CEO Eddie McGillycuddy expresses optimism about Glencar’s growing role in life sciences infrastructure.
Chesterford Research Park has contracted Glencar to continue the development of a laboratory and office building after the original contractor, Readie Construction, entered administration. This significant project, located in Cambridgeshire, involves a spacious 60,000 square feet structure designed to meet high-tech industry demands.
The collapse of Readie Construction in February had left the project in jeopardy, but with Glencar’s involvement, there is renewed momentum. The Sidney Sussex building, crafted by architect BCR Infinity, is designed with flexible suites ranging from 2,226 to 8,409 square feet. Such flexibility is pivotal, allowing larger corporations to efficiently adapt the space to their needs. The inclusion of communal workspaces, comprehensive facilities like storage rooms, lifts, and showers, adds to the building’s appeal.
With Glencar setting foot on the site in late May, the project is now on track for completion by October 2025. Glencar’s Chief Executive, Eddie McGillycuddy, highlights the significance of this undertaking, linking it to the company’s expanding portfolio of life sciences constructions. ‘This project is not only a testament to our growing expertise in life sciences construction but also a significant addition to our portfolio,’ states McGillycuddy, underscoring Glencar’s expanding footprint in this critical sector.
The strategic location of Chesterford Research Park, close to Cambridge and home to industry giants like AstraZeneca and Illumina, further underscores the importance of this development. Co-owned by Aviva Investors and Uttlesford District Council, the park serves as a hub for cutting-edge scientific research and innovation.
Glencar’s involvement promises a revitalised future for Chesterford’s pivotal laboratory project, ensuring continuity and innovation.
