Offshore wind firm secures almost 4,000 square feet in landmark Glasgow office building
“This letting underlines the sustained demand for premium, fully-fitted office space in Glasgow city centre” – Andy McKinlay, Ediston
A renewable energy specialist is expanding after securing almost 4,000 square feet of space within a landmark Glasgow office building.
Buchan Offshore Wind is moving its operations to Ediston’s refurbished 70 Wellington Street building in the city’s central business district.
The move, which property agency CBRE advised on, is said to mark a significant step in the company’s growth, with Glasgow’s connectivity, skilled workforce and proximity to key energy and engineering networks seen as central to the decision to relocate.
CBRE said 70 Wellington Street had been extensively redeveloped to deliver fully-fitted workspace alongside “vibrant shared amenities”, including breakout areas and meeting facilities. Ediston has invested a total of £3.5 million in the refurbishment of the building, delivering an overhaul of the reception area, basement wellness facilities, ground floor lounge and a range of fully fitted office suites.
Clare Lavelle, project director at Buchan Offshore Wind, which it taking 3,733 sq ft of space, said: “Relocating from nearby to 70 Wellington Street allows us to stay in a thriving area of the city centre that works well for us, with the transport links and wide range of amenities on the doorstep being consistently valued by our staff.
“Our new workplace, with its balance of office, meeting and social space provides the right environment to support collaborative working and, as our pioneering wind farm project develops, positions us well for the continued growth of our team.”
The new office will act as a central hub for project delivery, stakeholder engagement and supply-chain collaboration, supporting both onshore and offshore development activity.
Sarah Hagen, a director at CBRE, said: “Working closely with Buchan Offshore Wind, our priority was to find a workplace that reflects both their immediate needs and future ambitions. 70 Wellington Street offered the right balance, delivering high-quality space in a well-connected location which will support their continued growth within Scotland’s offshore wind sector as they continue to expand.”
Ediston chairman Andy McKinlay said: “This letting underlines the sustained demand for premium, fully-fitted office space in Glasgow city centre and reflects the growing momentum behind the offshore wind sector as a key driver of economic growth.”