HBD has submitted planning application for a further 70,911ft² at Airport Business Park Southend (ABPS), with the developer planning consent for a new development of nine industrial and logistics units.
ABPS is a partnership between HBD and Southend City Council with occupiers including IPECO, Cama AssetStore, the Event Co and a range of local SMEs.
The units range from 4,459ft² to 9,872ft², plus a single detached unit of 16,451ft² with each of the ten units targeting a BREEAM ”Excellent’ rating.
The proposals follow the construction of The Quad, a 12-unit scheme within the 25-ha development which is fully occupied.
HBD stated that this additional 70,851ft² will help to meet demand for sustainable space for local SMEs within an established business community.
HBD has now completed a total of 355,550ft² at the Southend development. A further 290,000ft² is still to be brought forward.
Managing director at HBD, Ed Hutchinson, said: “Each of the ten units are designed specifically for SMEs, providing the right space, connectivity and infrastructure for businesses looking to scale.
“Coupled with the Launchpad and various other facilities available on-site, occupiers benefit from a collaborative ecosystem designed to support growth. Subject to planning permission, we hope to start work on-site next summer.”
