Waterstones signs for new 300,000 sq ft distribution centre in Staffordshire
Waterstones has signed for a new 300,000 square foot distribution centre in Staffordshire to support its expansion plans.
The new site at Indurent Park Burton will replace the bookseller’s existing centre which is just a short distance away.
Subscribe to TRBCompleted by Lambert Smith Hampton and Sworder Belcher Holt on Indurent’s behalf, the deal will enable Waterstones to increase capacity and strengthen its supply chain. It will also support continued expansion across its bookshops, online business and product ranges.
Known as B295, the unit sits on a 14.7-acre site and has been designed to accommodate a range of manufacturing, storage and distribution requirements.
Waterstones will operate both the existing and new facilities in parallel during a transition period.
David Marsh, head of property at Waterstones, said: “This investment marks an important milestone in Waterstones’ continued growth and reflects our long-term commitment to Burton, which has been at the heart of our distribution operations for almost two decades.
“By remaining in Burton and investing in a modern, purpose-designed distribution centre, we are creating a strong platform for future growth while enhancing our service capabilities for customers and colleagues alike.”
George Goldsmith, senior asset manager at Indurent, said: “Waterstones’ decision to invest in a new distribution centre at Indurent Park Burton reflects the continued demand from established occupiers for high-quality, strategically located logistics space.
“Businesses are increasingly looking for facilities that can support long-term growth while offering the connectivity and flexibility needed to future-proof their operations.”
