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Session 1: The Occupier Market
Where we are - the story so far; what the future holds
- Trends and predictions
- Supply and demand analysis:
- understanding the market
- which regions are most in favour and why
- what’s driving the market and pushing change
- the online demand – will it continue to rise?
- What’s likely to disrupt the trends, and:
- how adaptable is the sector?
- how adaptable does the supply chain need to be?
- Is Brexit impacting occupier decisions?
- Warehouse design trends – how have these altered and why?
- Portfolio planning:
- the need to create and invest in fit-for-purpose accommodation
- meeting current needs
- adapting ahead to future retail demands
- The difference between big logistics and last mile
Session 2: The Investment Market
Where is the active capital; what do investors want and how do they get it?
- Why sheds, large distribution hubs and warehousing may form one of the most solid sectors in terms of return
- What are the risks … or the perceived risks? Key takeaways
- Where is the money in shed provisioning coming from?
- Available sources of finance and on what terms:
- duration
- cost
- Who’s investing?
- Is spec funding the way to access the market?
Session 3: Town Planning, Energy Provision and Sustainability
Complex issues but important elements in the mix
- Can ‘planning’ meet the demands of this growing asset class?
- The impact of recent legislation and government plans – the implications for speculative development?
- Is there enough energy in the system to meet the burgeoning needs of the market?
- Innovative examples of on-site energy generation - the impact of sustainability issues on rents and capital values?