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Serviced office provider to break into central London market
Published by Lou on Friday, 20 November 2009 at 1:22 PM
A serviced office provider has appointed property specialist Alex Peers to aid its expansion into the central London market.
Established in 2000, Orega aim to extend their portfolio of serviced offices in parts of Greater London, Birmingham and Manchester, and have enlisted Peers as a consultant for his expertise in London property, as well as his ability to identify suitable sites and negotiate deals.
Scotland serviced office take-up boosted by popularity of local towns
Published by Jo on Friday, 20 November 2009 at 12:16 PM
In a report based on statistics from serviced office specialist officebroker.com, Scotland has shown a significant 146% increase in new occupier take-up in October 2009 when compared to the same period last year.
For more details, view our report in full here: Scotland 146% up for serviced office take-up in October.
Video produced of Glasgow serviced office property
Published by Jo on Friday, 20 November 2009 at 10:41 AM
In a bid to create a more user-friendly online experience for business owners seeking office space in the UK, officebroker.com have produced and published a video tour of an office in Glasgow.
Green office buildings make business sense, claims KPMG report
Published by Dan on Thursday, 19 November 2009 at 5:34 PM
A report by KPMG states that cutting energy consumption by 'greening' office buildings makes commercial sense, with businesses set to gain a significant positive return on investments.
officebroker.com adds new offices in Liverpool city centre
Published by Jo on Thursday, 19 November 2009 at 10:05 AM
officebroker.com have added another building to their online database. This week, the new arrival is a property offering serviced office space in Liverpool city centre, just a short walk away from the Lime Street train station. Find out more below...
High-tech business park development to create jobs and office space in Coventry
Published by Liz on Thursday, 19 November 2009 at 9:33 AM
The former Browns Lane site in Coventry, previously owned by Jaguar, has been earmarked for a significant redevelopment that will create a high tech business park, office space and new homes.
Now renamed Lyons Park after Sir William Lyons, one of the original founders of Jaguar Cars, the scheme is set to attract high-tech companies and bring new jobs to the area.
Energy group Centrica signs for serviced office space in Staines
Published by Jo on Wednesday, 18 November 2009 at 5:09 PM
UK energy company Centrica has signed for over 100 workstations at serviced offices in Staines, Middlesex.
Networking opportunities for Edinburgh businesses
Published by Jo on Wednesday, 18 November 2009 at 11:33 AM
A stunning business centre near Bush Estate, based in acres of parkland just a few miles south of Edinburgh, boasts a long association of providing networking opportunities for local businesses.
Sir Richard Branson steps up to improve Britain’s worst train stations
Published by Dan on Wednesday, 18 November 2009 at 9:33 AM
Since Lord Adonis blew the whistle on some of the UK's worst train stations, Sir Richard Branson has called for the private sector to step forward and address the problems faced by thousands of public transport users every day.
Virgin Trains manages five of the ten most critical stations that have been named and shamed, and has now reportedly pledged £100 million to upgrade the premises.
officebroker.com help renewable energy company find green office space
Published by Marie on Tuesday, 17 November 2009 at 4:18 PM
Forward-thinking environmental company EnergyBox, who provide and install renewable energy and Solar Photovoltaic systems, have recently acquired a new office with the help of officebroker.com.
Based at The Bridge in Dartford, Kent, the offices are located just inside the M25 circular and provide an excellent base for the company, who specialise in fitting renewable energy systems in North and Central London.
London tops the list for the most high-performing SMEs
Published by Marie on Tuesday, 17 November 2009 at 4:10 PM
A survey by Winning Pitch, a University Of Manchester incubator company, claims that London has the most high-flying small businesses in the UK.
Read more on our small business news portal! The full story is available here: London top location for SME 'gazelles'.
Government-backed scheme paves the way for start-up businesses in Leeds
Published by Jo on Tuesday, 17 November 2009 at 2:31 PM
For people in Yorkshire who are facing the prospect of redundancy, reduced hours, or graduates who can't find work, 'Keep Leeds Working' - a Government-backed scheme launched by the Yorkshire Evening Post and in partnership with the Leeds Local Enterprise Growth Initiative (LEGI) - could help create a brighter future.
Small businesses in the West Midlands spurn job cutting trend
Published by Dan on Monday, 16 November 2009 at 4:57 PM
New research suggests that SMEs in the West Midlands are at the forefront of the creation of new job opportunities, according to Santander Corporate Banking.
Chiswick office space video launched on officebroker.com
Published by Jo on Monday, 16 November 2009 at 3:47 PM
officebroker.com have produced a video for an office in Chiswick, Sutton Court Road, which is designed to help potential tenants get an in-depth view of the property prior to organising a personal tour. Find out more below...
Birmingham office market driven by smaller deals - JLL
Published by Jo on Monday, 16 November 2009 at 9:53 AM
In the office lease market, Birmingham is said to be driven by smaller deals over the next year, according to research by commercial property experts Jones Lang LaSalle.
Speaking at a property market seminar in Birmingham recently, Jonathan Fear, head of JLL's national office agency team in the city, said that the sub-10,000 sq ft market is currently dominating take-up performance.
London Mayor Boris Johnson opens new Victoria offices
Published by Marie on Friday, 13 November 2009 at 2:36 PM
Mayor of London Boris Johnson is today attending the official opening of The Peak, a new office space and retail development opposite Victoria Station in central London.
The building is a joint venture between veteran property entrepreneur Gerald Ronson's group Heron International, partners AXA Real Estate Investment Managers, and the Co-operative Insurance Society.
officebroker.com adds serviced offices in Uxbridge
Published by Jo on Friday, 13 November 2009 at 1:38 PM
officebroker.com has recently added serviced offices in Uxbridge to its ever-expanding online database of UK office space. Find out more below...
Media firms roll in at The Pie Factory, Salford Quays
Published by Jo on Friday, 13 November 2009 at 9:40 AM
Salford Quays' high-profile MediaCityUK development continues to attract businesses to its media and office space, despite the ongoing economic turbulence.
Toasted Productions are the latest in a string of other media firms that have taken up residence at the site, including last week's arrivals Northwest Vision and Media.
New serviced offices added near Reading and Slough
Published by Marie on Thursday, 12 November 2009 at 4:40 PM
officebroker.com have just added two new serviced offices to their online database. Find out more below or contact our team of expert advisors for free regional advice.
Offices in Noho benefit from video tour, courtesy of officebroker.com
Published by Jo on Thursday, 12 November 2009 at 12:28 PM
officebroker.com have recently produced a video tour of a serviced office in Noho, which has now been published on the property's web page.
The video offers a unique insight into the property, offering a mini tour in itself, which helps potential tenants identify the key benefits of the office space prior to booking a personal viewing.
BREEAM ‘Excellent’ rating for Birmingham serviced office property
Published by Jo on Thursday, 12 November 2009 at 9:42 AM
Colmore Plaza - an office property in Birmingham that provides serviced office space alongside conventional lease agreements - has secured a prestigious BREEAM 'Excellent' rating.
The property initially received a 'Very Good' rating for the design and build. Later, when it became partially occupied, an 'Excellent' was awarded based on the building's sustainable credentials.
Birmingham city centre holds strong against dismal regional performance
Published by Jo on Wednesday, 11 November 2009 at 2:20 PM
In a study by officebroker.com, Birmingham's serviced office space market over the first three quarters of 2009 has shown a decline in both enquiries and occupier take-up.
However, enquiries in Q3 2009 for city centre offices has remained on a par with 2008, suggesting that the city centre may lead the region to a better performance in Q4.
Find out more in our latest report:
Lord Sugar defends “dismissive” comments of UK small business owners
Published by Jo on Wednesday, 11 November 2009 at 12:32 PM
Small business owners recently reacted angrily to comments by Government Enterprise Champion Lord Sugar, who claimed that too many businesses relied on irresponsible lending by banks, and have been living in an unrealistic "Disney World".
He reportedly dismissed other struggling small businesses as "moaners".
Historic Liverpool art venue to relocate to Mann Island
Published by Liz on Wednesday, 11 November 2009 at 10:10 AM
Liverpool's Open Eye Gallery, established in 1977 and one of the region's leading visual arts venues, is due to move to a new location in Mann Island.
A £400K funding award from Northwest Regional Development Agency has helped to cement the relocation plans, which will be put towards the construction and fit-out of the gallery's new home.
More serviced office space now available near Birmingham
Published by Dan on Tuesday, 10 November 2009 at 4:28 PM
officebroker.com have recently added two more serviced offices to their online database. Find out more about these properties below, or contact our team of consultants direct for free help and advice.
Video tour produced for City of London office space
Published by Jo on Tuesday, 10 November 2009 at 9:52 AM
officebroker.com have produced a video tour for this office in the City, on Beech Street
The video provides a mini-tour of the building to help potential tenants get an idea of the size and scope of office space available, prior to arranging a personal viewing of the property.
£50m revamp for Leeds Metropolitan University inspired by Angel of the North
Published by Marie on Tuesday, 10 November 2009 at 9:30 AM
Architect Feilden Clegg Bradley have completed a £50m development for Leeds Metropolitan University, based on Woodhouse Lane in the city centre.
The work has brought 110,000 sq ft of teaching and office space to the university site.
New serviced offices added in Leeds and Manchester
Published by Jo on Monday, 09 November 2009 at 2:31 PM
officebroker.com have recently added two serviced offices to its online portfolio. Based in Leeds and Manchester, these properties offer flexible terms for businesses looking to rent serviced office space.
officebroker.com can help organise viewings and contract agreements - to find out more and to obtain pricing and availability details, simply submit a form from the dedicated office page below, or contact us for further help and advice.
Serviced office provider guarantees workspace satisfaction
Published by Jo on Monday, 09 November 2009 at 2:10 PM
Serviced office provider Abbey Business Centres has launched a new satisfaction guarantee, aimed at small businesses who have never used a business centre or serviced office before.
Office space and housing plan to regenerate former crime scene
Published by Dan on Monday, 09 November 2009 at 9:30 AM
A derelict pub in Wolverhampton, the Waggon and Horses, is to be revamped following the approval of planning permission given by the council last week. Office space, a business complex, apartments and retail units are due to be built on the site, with work expected to start early next year.
Recent poll states that family businesses are more employee-friendly
Published by Jo on Friday, 06 November 2009 at 3:56 PM
As stated on our small business site recently, a recent poll carried out by the Warwick Business School states that family-run businesses are considered more employee-friendly, passionate and creative.
Video produced for West End office space on officebroker.com
Published by Jo on Friday, 06 November 2009 at 10:26 AM
officebroker.com have recently produced a video and added it to the online listing of an office in the West End, on Regent Street.
New office added in Romsey, Southampton
Published by Lou on Friday, 06 November 2009 at 9:52 AM
This week, a new office has been added to officebroker.com...
New serviced offices added in Sutton, Greater London
Published by Jo on Thursday, 05 November 2009 at 4:32 PM
This week, officebroker.com have added two new serviced office properties to their online database.
officebroker.com reports on strong performance for North West in Q3
Published by Dan on Thursday, 05 November 2009 at 10:21 AM
According to the latest research by officebroker.com, the level of serviced office space enquiries in the North West has shown a considerable comeback in the third quarter.
North West regains strength in Q3 following difficult start to 2009.
UCL take Grade A office space in Soho
Published by Dan on Thursday, 05 November 2009 at 9:32 AM
Commercial property agent MERJS have leased part of a first floor Soho office space on Tottenham Court Road to UCL (University College London).
New video added online for office space in Noho, London
Published by Jo on Wednesday, 04 November 2009 at 10:35 AM
An office property in Noho, on Margaret Street in central London, has recently had a video produced of its serviced office space. The video is published on the officebroker.com website at the property's dedicated web page. Find out more below...
Sale Sharks boost conference facilities with Wi-Fi access
Published by Marie on Wednesday, 04 November 2009 at 10:11 AM
North west Premiership rugby club Sale Sharks have installed Wi-Fi internet access for its conference and boardroom facilities, at its Edgeley Park stadium and Cheshire Conference Centre.
All meeting rooms, bars and conference space are now Wi-Fi enabled, so staff and visitors can access the internet and work remotely from the ground. Fans can even use the system on match days.
Glasgow office demand soars as investors hunt for bargains
Published by Marie on Wednesday, 04 November 2009 at 9:54 AM
Glasgow's office and commercial property market is soaring, according to a report by Scotland on Sunday.
Millions of pounds are now being piled into the market, as investors seek to claim office properties at reduced prices. This trend is recharging Glasgow's office market and encouraging renewed interest in the city.
New property alert! Office in Gloucestershire added to officebroker.com
Published by Jo on Tuesday, 03 November 2009 at 3:45 PM
This week at officebroker.com we’ve added another new building to our online database.
New serviced office in Berkshire added to Officebroker.com
Published by Jo on Tuesday, 03 November 2009 at 11:26 AM
An impressive new property in Berkshire has been added to our online database…
officebroker.com visits serviced offices at site of old London stock Exchange
Published by Jo on Monday, 02 November 2009 at 12:31 PM
Once home to the London Stock Exchange, a leading serviced office provider has recently transformed two floors of this historic building into serviced office space.
City of London sees sharp rise in office space leases
Published by Jo on Monday, 02 November 2009 at 10:05 AM
In a recent report by Knight Frank, the City of London has seen an 80% increase in office space leases during the third quarter of 2009, when compared to the previous quarter. This is reportedly the largest recorded total for two years in the City.
Latest officebroker.com research finds a steady increase in short term occupancies
Published by Jo on Monday, 02 November 2009 at 9:28 AM
Over the first three quarters of 2009, officebroker.com statistics for initial license lengths shows a steady quarter-on-quarter decline.
As a whole, the average length of term signed by new occupiers over the first three quarters is down -22% when compared with the same period last year. In terms of quarterly figures, Q1 2009 was down -14% compared to the same quarter in 2008, followed by a drop of -23% in Q2 and -33% in Q3.
For more details about this investigation, visit our report: Recession causes UK businesses to seek short-term office space.
