Davies Turner, the UK's leading independent freight forwarding and logistics group, has acquired a landmark logistics facility near Heathrow Airport, marking a major investment in the future growth of its air freight operations.
The newly completed logistics hub will become the new headquarters of Davies Turner Air Cargo and represents one of the most significant property investments in the company's recent history.
Located less than two miles from Heathrow Airport's cargo terminal and just 500 yards from Junction 14 of the M25, the 130,000 sq ft facility places Davies Turner Air Cargo at the centre of the UK's most important air freight gateway, providing unrivalled access to global markets and key transport networks.
The acquisition forms part of Davies Turner's long-term strategy to invest in critical logistics infrastructure that supports customer growth, operational excellence and future expansion. The new site has been selected to strengthen the company's capacity, improve efficiency and provide a modern, future-ready environment for both employees and customers.
The facility comprises approximately 70,000 sq ft of high-specification warehousing, featuring a 12.5-metre clear internal height and two mezzanine floors providing a further 50,000 sq ft of operational space. The building also benefits from five dock-loading doors and two level-access loading doors, together with 10,000 sq ft of Grade A office accommodation, creating a modern, scalable environment to support the continued growth and development of Davies Turner Air Cargo.
Reflecting the group's commitment to sustainability and responsible development, the building has achieved a BREEAM Excellent certification and carries an EPC A+ energy rating.
Commenting on the acquisition, James Wheatley, managing director of Davies Turner Air Cargo, said: "This acquisition represents a major milestone for Davies Turner Air Cargo and demonstrates our long-term commitment to the UK air freight market. Heathrow remains the country's premier international cargo gateway and this strategically located facility provides an exceptional platform from which to support our customers' future growth. The investment gives us the capacity, infrastructure and operational flexibility required to continue developing our services for many years to come."
The facility is currently being prepared for occupation, with an official opening scheduled for later this year.
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