The Liberty Romford, the shopping destination owned and operated by Redical, has announced that global jewellery and accessories retailer, Lovisa, has signed for a 915 sq ft location at the number one London satellite shopping centre for retail spend. Due to open in June, this latest addition is part of the destination’s ongoing retail transformation.

Merry Hill has announced that Cotswold Outdoor, the outdoor recreation retailer, has signed for a new triple-fascia store at the top UK super regional centre, with sister brands Runners Need and Snow + Rock.

Shaftesbury Capital has announced that modern Indian restaurant Kricket has signed for a new site in Covent Garden.

Merry Hill, one of the UK’s top super regional centres, has announced the signing of ‘better chicken’ brand Slim Chickens.

Redical, the real estate owner and operator founded by Mikko Syrjanen and Petteri Barman, has appointed leading developer, HUB, to deliver the next phase in the transformation of The Liberty Romford, the town’s dominant shopping centre.

Stärka has been appointed by swim!, the nationwide learn-to-swim provider founded by four time Olympic medalist, Rebecca Adlington OBE, and fellow Olympic medalist, Steve Parry MBE.  Stärka will support swim! with its expansion across the UK as the company sets out to grow to 24 sites by 2028.  Stärka will provide strategic consultancy on the roll-out strategy, as well as securing specific locations.

RED Construction Group has announced the completion of 21-25 Bruton Place, with the specialist main contractor’s Special Projects division delivering the project on behalf of Berkeley Estate Asset Management (BEAM). 

Crayfields Park, the 22-acre office and industrial space in Orpington, has secured a series of new leasing deals, highlighting the park’s commitment to providing exceptional workspace and fostering a thriving business environment.

Hammerson has secured a Midlands debut for UNIQLO, the latest global brand to invest in Bullring, extending its presence outside of London.

Railpen, manager of the £34bn railways pension scheme in the UK, have signed a significant pre-let agreement with RH Amar, one of the UK's leading food importers and distributors. RH Amar is to move to a new 94,756 sq ft state-of-the art facility at the rebranded High Wycombe X industrial park.

Hammerson has announced the signing of Space NK at Bullring, with the brand committing to its largest store outside of London at the destination.

The Sloane Stanley Estate has announced Minka Dink, the London-based clothing brand, is opening its second pop-up on King’s Road in Chelsea, demonstrating the strength of the landlord’s role in providing a sought-after location for brands to trial physical retail.

Shaftesbury Capital has announced two new signings on James Street with a UK flagship store for leading lifestyle and performance footwear brand Saucony, and Swiss watchmaker, Swatch.

Shaftesbury Capital has announced that Noodle & Beer has opened its doors at Chinatown London’s 27 Wardour Street, delivering an authentic Sichuanese experience to Europe’s leading location for ESEA food and culture.

Railpen, manager of the £34bn railways pension scheme in the UK, and Ridgelift, its development partner, have secured consent from Cambridge City Council for 230 Newmarket Road, a 157,000 sq ft six-storey Grade A office building in the city. 

RED Construction Group, the specialist main contractor, has announced the completion of the 4-star Zeal Hotel at Exeter Science Park, finalising the construction of the UK’s first branded Net Zero Carbon hotel.

Merry Hill, one of the UK’s top super regional centres, is to welcome two new F&B operators, Heavenly Desserts and Burger & Sauce.

Specialist leisure and F&B property agency, Shelley Sandzer, has announced that the independent pan-Asian food market, Kiki & Miumiu Market, is set to open its second and largest location within the Lewisham Gateway scheme.

CACI, the data specialists focused on people and place, have revealed a significant spending increase in gyms and fitness focused brands, comparing December 2024 with the same month in 2023. The more premium end of the market benefitted from the greatest year-on-year growth, matched by the popularity of athleisure, both offline and online, as consumers show increased appetite for health and wellness beyond the traditional ‘New Year’s Resolution’ months of January and February.

Lendlease has confirmed the opening of The Coffee House by Signorelli as the coffee operator within Stratford Cross’ recently completed Turing Building, reflecting its commitment to developing a diverse amenity mix for occupiers of the Grade A office space, and the surrounding community.