East Midlands Fairham Business Park ABB Moves into New 100,000 sq ft Flagship Facility
at Fairham Business Park Fairham Business Park, Nottingham, developed and managed by Clowes Developments, is set to welcome a major new occupier: global technology leader ABB.
The 100,000 sq ft state-of-the-art standalone building, designed by IMA Architects, and built by TanRo will accommodate ABB’s growing demand for Furse® earthing and lightning protection solutions.
It incorporates advanced technology, flexible automation, R&D and testing capabilities, and digital systems to increase production capac- ity, improve efficiency, and support sustainable manufacturing.
More than 100 employees will relocate to the new site from ABB’s existing Nottingham premises, continuing the company’s deep local heritage—Furse was founded in Nottingham in 1893, and ABB has operated in the city for over a century.
Situated within Fairham, a 606-acre flagship mixed-use neighbour- hood just minutes from Nottingham city centre, Fairham Business Park offers outstanding connectivity.
The site is close to Junction 24 of the M1, East Midlands Airport, and is adjacent to the NET Tram Park & Ride. Notably, it lies outside the Nottingham Workplace Parking Levy, making it an attractive option for employers and employees alike.
The business park includes over one million square feet of com- mercial space, with more than half already developed. ABB’s new facility is built to BREEAM ‘Excellent’ standards, featuring pho- tovoltaic rooftop panels, electric vehicle charging points, ener- gy-efficient systems, and waste-reduction processes. Inside, the building promotes collaboration, training, and advanced research and development.
Leading Nottingham brands moving on up to new office space
Three leading professional services brands – full-service law firm Shakespeare Martineau, planning, design, heritage and develop- ment consultancy Marrons, and M&A advisory firm Coadax – are relocating their Nottingham office as part of a strategic invest- ment in their people, clients and long-term commitment to the city.
The brands, which are part of top 50 legal and professional services group Ampa, are set to relocate from their current ground-floor space at Waterfront House, Station Street, to a newly-refurbished larger third-floor office in the same building.
The new 8,680 sq ft office – up from 7,180 sq ft – will support modern, agile working through a variety of work settings for more than 110 people, including desks, ‘touchdown’ zones, collaboration benches, acoustic booths and flexible meeting space.
A six-figure investment is being made into the fit out of the new space, which is due to open in early summer 2025.
The new hub will also create opportunities to host more client events, offering a refreshed and welcoming space for connection and collaboration.
Shakespeare Martineau, Marrons and Coadax are B Corporations and the new Nottingham office space will align with their sustain- ability principles, incorporating upcycled and sustainably sourced materials where possible.
The brands have a strong Midlands footprint and continue to grow across the region.
Shakespeare Martineau offers a full spectrum of legal services to individuals and businesses; Marrons provides planning, design, her- itage and development consultancy services; and Coadax supports businesses navigating complex M&A and strategic challenges.
COMMERCIAL PROPERTY MONTHLY 2025
Landscape architecture practice invests in premises in conservation area in Newark
Landscape architecture practice Influence Landscape Planning & Design has invested in its own premises having bought a property in Navigation Yard, Newark.
The Wheelwrights Building is located in the Millgate Conservation area of the town and gives 2,138 sq. ft of open-plan office space next to the River Trent.
Business expansion and team growth have led to the move, following significant appointments over the last 18 months and more planned for later this year.
New team members are across all areas of the business including young people undertaking their training.
The 19th Century building is believed to be a former stable block for dray horses to cart imported products from the wharfside, and was converted to a wheelwrights in the 1980’s as part of the Millgate regeneration scheme.
The building was then fully redeveloped in 2019 to provide contem- porary office space.
The two-storey property includes a reception area, breakout spaces, meeting areas and staff facilities to the ground floor, and open-plan flexible working spaces and a board room to the first floor.
Ashby-based Blueprint Interiors is delivering a bespoke interior fit- out throughout to create the space Influence needs to enhance team wellbeing, expand operations and welcome clients.
Local commercial agent Pygott & Crone secured the sale.
The award-winning practice works on notable projects across the UK with a specialism in public realm, regeneration and natural landscapes.
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