Pictured above: (l-r) Trevor Raybould of Raybould and Sons Barbara Langston of STR Rob Maxey of heb Marcus Hayes of Cushman and Wakefield

Following the largest East Midlands office letting at Core 27, heb has achieved more success on site with the letting of multiplex unit 3 to Specialised Technology Resources (UK) Limited.

STR is a publicly-owned US company offering state-of-the-art quality assurance services to manufacturers, importers and major retailers and specialises in consumer products.  

Robert Maxey of heb said the deal was a second major success - after 22,500 sq ft was let to Costain.

The hi-tech unit three building extends to approximately 12,500 sq ft over two floors. As with the rest of Core 27, the building has been awarded the 'BREAAM - Excellent' rating, meaning that it has the highest level of green credentials going, both in terms of its construction as well as its ongoing occupation and associated running costs.

Robert said: "Some estimates suggest that up to 40% savings can be made in running costs, specifically due to the hi-tech, environmentally friendly and energy efficient design.

"Like Zeppelin before them, STR's occupation takes full advantage of the 'hybrid' nature of the multiflex style of unit at Core 27. Quality offices sit above shell space suitable for laboratory, light assembly or just storage use. Both STR and Zeppelin have created hi tech laboratories in the ground floor area.

"The letting of Multiflex 3 is the latest success we are able to announce on the site. We are now fast approaching 65% occupancy, which we feel is a testament both to the striking design, pleasant campus environment, excellent location, green design, and perhaps most importantly our clients pragmatic approach on letting terms.

"For some time now our message has been, and shall remain that we would not be beaten on like for like deals. We are talking to a number of other occupiers regarding the remaining space and look forward to reporting further success shortly."

STR's director of European operations, Dr Ian Saunderson, said: "We are delighted with our new premises at Core 27 which I am sure will serve our needs perfectly. We were also very pleased with the comprehensive support which we received throughout the deal process from both Raybould and Hicks Baker."

Joint letting agents were Cushman & Wakefield in Birmingham, with STR represented by Derby's Raybould & Sons.

Trevor Raybould of Raybould & Sons who, in conjunction with Thames Valley agents Hicks Baker, acted for STR in their acquisition, said: "Raybould & Sons is proud to have played an instrumental part in locating and acquiring the ideal site for STR's specialised activities, and in supporting and advising STR throughout its negotiations in securing new premises.  We wish them every success in their future plans."