Panattoni to bring forward 66,000 sq ft Haydock shed after acquisition
With full approval granted for a speculative industrial unit, the 5.6-acre corner site off Moore Park Way has been purchased by the developer from Bericote Properties.
As a result of the acquisition, construction on the 65,890 sq ft shed is to begin over the summer, with practical completion due in Q1 2026.
CBRE advised on the transaction and has been retained as marketing agent with Box 4 Real Estate.
Rising to 11 metres tall, the shed would have two level access loading doors and six dock loading doors.
The industrial unit would also provide 5,320 sq ft of office space on the first floor. Car parking for 65 vehicles with 16 EV charging slots to be provided, with 36 cycling stations.
St Helens Council approved the then Bericote scheme in June 2023.
To the east of the plot, Kellogg’s and Amazon have large warehouses and distribution units, which face onto the A580.
The shed is targeting BREEAM Excellent and EPC A ratings – its rooftop solar panels are key to maintaining energy efficiency.
Dan Burn, head of development for Panattoni in the North West and Yorkshire, said: “This project also reflects Panattoni’s commitment to speculative development across all tenant types, including active growth for SMEs looking to expand the mid-box market – an increasingly vital segment in the UK’s logistics landscape.
“This development opportunity provides near-term availability, top-tier sustainability credentials, and exceptional infrastructure connections, which makes it highly attractive to a wide range of potential occupiers.
“We are excited to bring this unit to market and continue building momentum in one of the UK’s most critical logistics regions.”
He added that the acquisition improves the firm’s strategic position in the North West.
