PLP has let a 294,000 sq ft industrial and logistics facility at Bessemer Park, Sheffield, to global manufacturer JELD-WEN UK.
Following completion of the deal, the park is now fully let. Bessemer Park was developed in accordance with the UK Green Building Council’s carbon net zero standard, significantly reducing emissions through construction and enabling net zero operational performance across the estate.
Hugh Chesterton, development director at PLP, said: “PLP has taken a former steelworks brownfield and created a commercial park fit for ‘next generation’ manufacturing and logistics occupiers. We’re proud to welcome JELD-WEN to PLP Bessemer Park and to have completed this flagship regeneration project at full occupancy. The calibre of tenants we’ve attracted – each a blue-chip business with a strong manufacturing footprint – underscores the enduring appeal of Sheffield as a location for forward-looking industrial operations.”
Dom Gaffey, vice president and general manager at JELD-WEN UK, added: “Securing this facility at PLP Bessemer Park is an important milestone for JELD-WEN UK. While the timeline for the relocation is still being finalised, this investment demonstrates a clear commitment to investing in the UK market, how we serve our customers, and how we continue to operate responsibly as an employer and community partner. The focus remains on sustaining the strong relationships JELD-WEN UK has with its customers and partners throughout this process.”
Knight Frank, CBRE and CPP represented PLP. JELD-WEN UK was represented by JLL.