Ellesmere Port PLP Ellesmere Port

Project Overview
EP138, Ellesmere Port involved the construction of two new speculative industrial units following the successful completion of Phase 1 at PLP Crewe. The development delivered Unit 1A, comprising an 85,000 sq ft single-storey warehouse with two-storey office accommodation of approximately 5,000 sq ft, and Unit 1B, comprising a 131,000 sq ft single-storey warehouse with two-storey offices of approximately 7,000 sq ft. Located within a well-established logistics and manufacturing area, the scheme provides high-quality, flexible industrial accommodation supported by comprehensive external works, servicing and access infrastructure.

Project Requirements
The client required the delivery of two market-ready speculative warehouse units capable of accommodating a range of logistics and industrial occupiers. Key objectives included providing high-quality office accommodation with future expansion capability, efficient yard and servicing arrangements, and generous parking provision for both cars and HGVs. The development needed to achieve strong sustainability and energy performance credentials, alongside robust building specifications to support modern logistics operations. Delivery within a defined programme was critical to align with wider portfolio and market requirements.

Glencar’s Role
Glencar was appointed as main contractor to deliver the construction of the two speculative industrial units and all associated external works, coordinating activities through to completion and handover.

Responsibilities included:
- Overall construction management and site coordination
- Construction of two speculative warehouse units
- Delivery of integrated two-storey office accommodation
- Coordination of structural, envelope and service installations
- Management of external works and infrastructure
- Programme, quality and health and safety management

Scope of Works
Enabling Works / Civils & Infrastructure
- Site set-up and enabling activities
- Groundworks and drainage installations
- Access roads and service infrastructure

Building / Superstructure
- Steel-framed warehouse construction
- High bay warehouse structures
- Office accommodation structures

Fit-Out & Building Services
- Office fit-out works
- Mechanical and electrical services
- Dock level loading door installations

External Works & Landscaping
- Secure service yards
- Car and HGV parking provision
- Hard and soft landscaping

Technical & Delivery Challenges
Delivering two large-scale speculative units within a single programme required careful coordination to maintain consistency of quality and programme certainty. The integration of high bay warehouse construction with multi-storey office accommodation introduced structural and sequencing considerations. Extensive external works, including secure service yards, access infrastructure and parking, required close coordination with building completion to support timely handover. Achieving high sustainability and energy performance standards also required alignment between design, construction and building services installation throughout the project.

Delivery Conditions Addressed
- Speculative industrial development
- Multi-unit delivery
- High bay logistics accommodation
- Extensive external works and infrastructure
- Sustainability-led performance targets
- Programme-driven delivery

Sustainability & ESG
The development incorporated photovoltaic panels to support on-site renewable energy generation and was delivered to achieve Carbon Net Zero performance. The buildings were designed to meet BREEAM ‘Excellent’ and EPC ‘A’ ratings, supporting reduced operational energy demand. High-performance building fabric and efficient servicing contribute to long-term sustainability and occupier efficiency.

The Outcome
EP138 at Ellesmere Port delivers two high-quality speculative industrial units providing flexible, modern logistics accommodation within a prime manufacturing and distribution location. Integrated offices, efficient servicing and strong sustainability credentials ensure the buildings are well positioned to meet occupier requirements. The project enhances PLP’s industrial portfolio with durable, future-ready assets aligned with modern logistics and environmental standards.