Work has begun to construct the first unit at WMI, as a groundbreaking ceremony took place on 25 September (2025).

The 222,000 sq ft new unit will be taken up by Carlsberg Britvic, who will be investing £4 million in the site, supporting ambitions for its UK logistics footprint and laying the foundation for future growth.

The new depot, purpose-built to Carlsberg Britvic’s requirements, will feature state-of-the-art facilities and will support the company’s growing logistics needs. Designed with a focus on energy efficiency and building performance, the depot is targeting a BREEAM ‘Excellent’ certification and will be a Net Zero Carbon Aligned building based on the pilot UK Net Zero Carbon Building Standard, while the roofs are optimised for PV panels.

Senior leaders from Carlsberg Britvic, Oxford Properties, and LCP were present at the groundbreaking ceremony on 25 September, joined by South Staffordshire District Council Leader Cllr Kath Perry MBE. The groundbreaking ceremony marks the start of construction which will see Carlsberg Britvic move into the depot in late 2026.

David Bodily, Property & Facilities Director at Carlsberg Britvic, said:

“The West Midlands Interchange will play an important role in Carlsberg Britvic’s logistics network, as the home to our West Midlands Depot serving customers throughout the region from Q4 2026.

“Our new depot will provide a fantastic long-term hub for our people and reinforces the West Midlands role as a key centre for logistics in the UK, helping to drive growth and excellence.”

Robin Everall, Head of Development at Oxford Properties, added:

“This groundbreaking ceremony at the West Midlands Interchange is an important milestone in the development of the UK’s foremost logistics hub, with its multi-modal transport connectivity and highly sustainable specifications attracting blue chip occupiers looking for bespoke warehouse space.”

James Markby, Managing Partner at LCP, said:

“We were very proud to secure Carlsberg Britvic as our first occupier recently, and seeing work begin on Unit 5030 is another substantial event in our long-term ambitions.

“The WMI site is set to become the country’s most significant rail served logistics development and will become a crucial component of the UK’s strategic freight network. It will be key to decarbonising UK logistics and supporting the country’s wider net zero aspirations.

“It will also make a significant contribution to the local economy, creating 8500 direct jobs and boosting opportunities for people in South Staffordshire, the Black Country, the West Midlands, and other surrounding areas.

Danny Nelson, Managing Director of Industrial, Logistics and Distribution at Winvic, said:

“During our early contractor involvement and delivery of significant civils and infrastructure works, we have built collaborative relationships with Oxford Properties and Logistics Capital Partners, so we are perfectly placed to deliver the first depot at one of the UK’s largest and most environmentally conscious intermodal logistics parks.

“Our team brings extensive experience of delivering similar sustainable, rail served sites.”