International ecommerce parcel shipping form snaps up Heathrow warehouse

By Liza Helps, Property Editor, Logistics Matters

THE RECENTLY refurbished 81,500 ft2 unit will serve as Asendia’s primary international parcel processing, mail distribution and air conveyance centre for the UK, supporting both the company’s domestic and international operations.

Asendia, founded as a joint venture between La Poste and Swiss Post is expected to move in by January 2027, following a major back to frame redevelopment and extension that will see 29,349 ft2 added to the previous unit. Enhancements include an increased internal eaves height of up to 15m and new office space, with completion scheduled for September 2026.

The enhanced facility is targeting BREEAM Outstanding and EPC A+ ratings, with key features including photovoltaic panels, dedicated cycle parking and 20 per cent electric vehicle charging provision.

Asendia UK Chief Operating Officer Carl Loader said: “We’re pleased to be partnering with SEGRO on this new facility, which marks an important step in strengthening our UK operations and supporting our continued growth.

“Sustainability has been a key consideration throughout the design, reflecting our broader ESG ambitions and commitment to reducing environmental impact. At the same time, the flexibility of the space enables us to design workflows that support greater automation and operational efficiency as our business evolves.

“SEGRO Park Axis gives us the scale, specification and reliability required to operate a high-volume international parcel hub, while meeting the expectations of our customers and partners. It provides a strong operational base for our UK business within our wider European and global supply chain.

The scheme will also support SEGRO’s embodied carbon targets, with a base build design of 332kg/m².