TFT supported Oxford Properties and asset manager M7 Real Estate in securing approval for a new urban logistics development in East London.

Our project management and cost consultant specialists are working on the transformation of Beckton Gateway into 324,000 sq ft of Grade A, flexible warehousing space with ancillary offices across three new buildings. The scheme is designed to meet modern occupier requirements and a range of employment opportunities for the local area.

Building performance, biodiversity and economic opportunity

Sustainability is central to the redevelopment, with a targeted BREEAM 'Excellent' rating, and EPC A. Rainwater will be collected and reused with water-efficient design that will help reduce unnecessary consumption. Electric vehicle charging spaces will be introduced as part of the overall parking strategy and secure cycle parking and servicing will also be provided.

Increasing biodiversity, an integrated ecological and green infrastructure strategy will see 92 new native trees planted, for a biodiversity net gain of over 10%, as well as enhancing user wellbeing while allowing safe and accessible pedestrian and cycle routes through the site.

Beckton Gateway’s proximity to the A13 provides excellent vehicle access in and out of London and to Essex. Upon completion, the project is expected to contribute £23.5 million to the local economy annually, and over 300 full time equivalent jobs created, including opportunities during construction. During the construction process, we will provide opportunities for apprentices, trainees and graduates from the local area to gain meaningful employment and experience within the industry.

John Houghton, our Director for Project Management, led on the scheme:

"Industrial and Logistic schemes are becoming increasingly important economic hubs in the London economy, but they need to be well-located and meet occupiers' expectations for Grade A specification with designs that support their sustainability ambitions too.

Our project management and quantity surveying services were instrumental in leading and managing the project team to deliver on those objectives, from inception. We helped unlock major site constraints and bring forward a high-quality environmental design, securing approval with an extensive pre-application process with London Borough of Newham Planning and Design Officers, and extensive public and stakeholder consultation."