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Want to understand more about work happening at Gravity? Be sure to join us for our Q&A community drop-in session.
Gravity and our appointed contractors, Alun Griffiths are hosting an informative drop-in session on the latest developments of the Link Road and on hand to answer your questions.
37 club – 1st April
3pm and 7pm
Please join us – you do not need to register in advance
London, February 2020 – Gravity, the UK’s first commercial smart campus, is delighted to announce that it will be sponsoring and attending the upcoming RTPI South West Dinner 2020.
Gravity is thrilled to support an event that celebrates projects and people that have contributed to the development of exceptional places. While highlighting the importance of planning in creating a more sustainable future.
If you are attending the event and would like to arrange a meeting with the Gravity team, please email info@thisisgravity.co.uk
About Gravity
Gravity, the UK’s first commercial smart campus, is the blueprint for a smarter, cleaner future – faster. It will deliver a new era of possibility by supporting companies making a difference socially, economically and environmentally, driving the UK’s shift to growing through a cleaner economy.
With direct access to the M5 and accessible by rail, air and sea, the site offers over 635 acres for the creation of millions of sq ft of scalable, flexible and shared working space.
Multinationals and start-ups will benefit from the excellent connectivity and speed of build out Gravity offers. By attracting today’s giants and tomorrow’s unicorns, there will be significant opportunities for collaboration.
With its on-site water provision, renewable and low carbon energy infrastructure and building energy management, dark fibre, excellent transport links, accessible talent pool and knowledge economy including four top-tier universities close by, Gravity provides occupiers with the ability to build, expand, and develop faster and efficiently.
London, February 13, 2020 – Gravity, the UK’s first commercial smart campus, will be attending and supporting the Sedgemoor Business Excellence Awards.
Our Director, Lord David Triesman will be presenting an award at the ceremony, on 26th March. Gravity is proud to be part of the celebrations that recognize the incredible achievements of businesses in Sedgemoor over the past year.
The closing date for applications is Friday 14th February. Good luck to all those that have entered.
To meet with the Gravity team at the awards , please email info@thisisgravity.co.uk
About Gravity
Gravity, the UK’s first commercial smart campus, is the blueprint for a smarter, cleaner future – faster. It will deliver a new era of possibility by supporting companies making a difference socially, economically and environmentally, driving the UK’s shift to growing through a cleaner economy.
With direct access to the M5 and accessible by rail, air and sea, the site offers over 635 acres for the creation of millions of sq ft of scalable, flexible and shared working space.
Multinationals and start-ups will benefit from the excellent connectivity and speed of build out Gravity offers. By attracting today’s giants and tomorrow’s unicorns, there will be significant opportunities for collaboration.
With its on-site water provision, renewable and low carbon energy infrastructure and building energy management, dark fibre, excellent transport links, accessible talent pool and knowledge economy including four top-tier universities close by, Gravity provides occupiers with the ability to build, expand, and develop faster and efficiently.
London, February 2020 – Gravity, the UK’s first commercial smart campus was featured in CITY AM today.
To read more click here.
About Gravity
Gravity, the UK’s first commercial smart campus, is the blueprint for a smarter, cleaner future – faster. It will deliver a new era of possibility by supporting companies making a difference socially, economically and environmentally, driving the UK’s shift to growing through a cleaner economy.
With direct access to the M5 and accessible by rail, air and sea, the site offers over 635 acres for the creation of millions of sq ft of scalable, flexible and shared working space.
Multinationals and start-ups will benefit from the excellent connectivity and speed of build out Gravity offers. By attracting today’s giants and tomorrow’s unicorns, there will be significant opportunities for collaboration.
With its on-site water provision, renewable and low carbon energy infrastructure and building energy management, dark fibre, excellent transport links, accessible talent pool and knowledge economy including four top-tier universities close by, Gravity provides occupiers with the ability to build, expand, and develop faster and efficiently.
This is Gravity ltd, the landowner of a 635-acre site at the Heart of the South West have appointed Albion Water as their Water Solutions Partner to help provide water, sewerage and drainage for their new Smart Campus in Somerset.
Gravity is set to be one of Europe’s largest smart campuses, underpinned by clean technology. Gravity’s design – informed through consultation with a team of economic analysts as well as sustainability and environmental specialists – responds to the shifting global trends in consumption, energy use, automation, and digitalisation, creating thousands of long-term jobs. Albion Water’s role as Water Solutions Partner will play a key part of this, as they ensure the provision of:
This appointment combines the capabilities of Gravity and Albion Water to allow both entities to capitalise on the strong and accelerating demand for a low-carbon water future on campus, where water users can reduce consumption, recycle and manage water locally. This will reduce energy usage and associated carbon emissions and ensures local rivers and streams retain more water.
This announcement comes off the back of Gravity’s recent appointment of JLL as commercial agents and their 50-year agreement to develop clean energy solutions with E.ON.
In 2019, the UK became the first major global economy to pledge to be net-zero by 2050 and alongside This is Gravity, E.ON, JLL and Albion Water are supporting the blueprint of how business users can make their net-zero commitments a reality.
Luke de Vial, Managing Director of Albion Water
“We are impressed with the quality of the Gravity team and their plans to make this ground-breaking Smart Campus a new low-carbon standard for industrial development. Through this engagement, we are confident that occupants at Gravity will reduce their environmental impact with a water management system that minimises waste and maximises the recycling of water.”
Paul Lowndes, Project Manager This is Gravity
“We are looking at ways to reduce the need for freshwater as well as be smart about how the occupants at Gravity will use water. Saving on freshwater can not only significantly reduce our occupants’ carbon footprint, it will also result in a reduction in utilities bills.”
Notes to Editors:
About Gravity
A blueprint for a smarter, cleaner future – faster
Gravity, the UK’s first commercial smart campus, is the blueprint for a smarter, cleaner future – faster. It will deliver a new era of possibility by supporting companies making a difference socially, economically and environmentally, driving the UK’s shift to growing through a cleaner economy.
With direct access to the M5 and accessible by rail,air and sea, the site offers over 616 acres for the creation of millions of sq ft of scalable, flexible and shared working space.
Multinationals and start-ups will benefit from the excellent connectivity and speed of build out Gravity offers. By attracting today’s giants and tomorrow’s unicorns, there will be significant opportunities for collaboration.
With its onsite clean energy and water solutions, dark fibre, excellent transport links, local talent pool and knowledge economy, including four top-tier universities close by, Gravity provides occupiers with the ability to build, expand, and develop faster and efficiently.
About Albion Water
https://www.albionwater.co.uk/
About Albion Water
Albion Water provides cost effective, efficient and innovative water solutions for housing developments and industrial and commercial clients throughout England and Wales.
When Albion Water was licensed by the Water Services Regulation Authority (Ofwat) in 1999, it was as the first new entrant to compete against the monopoly water companies in England.
It has established an exemplary quality and environmental record, building a hard-won reputation as a water company prepared to innovate and to promote a better, more responsive water industry.
Legally, they have the same powers and responsibilities as any other water company in England and Wales. Where they differ is in their determination to provide a different level of service to our customers – water, waste water, drainage and wider environmental services, providing a sustainable offering with commercial and environmental benefits to all customers.
London, 27 January 2020 – This is Gravity Ltd, the landowner of 635 acres in Bridgwater, near Bristol, is delighted to announce its Chairman and Co-CEO Martin Bellamy will be delivering a key note speech at Movers & Shakers event, “How does the real estate market place deliver change”, in Bristol.
Martin Bellamy said, “We believe that the next phase of growth in the South West will come from placemaking masterplans – such as Gravity. As land developers, we need to look beyond office space and ensure that we are creating working environments that appeal to both employers and investors so we can compete internationally.”
Find out more about our attendance at Movers & Shakers click here.
To arrange a meeting with The Gravity team at this event please email info@thisisgravity.co.uk
LONDON 22 January 2020– This is Gravity ltd, the landowner of 635 acres in Bridgwater, near Bristol, has signed a 50-year agreement with E.ON to provide renewable and low carbon energy solutions for its smart campus, Gravity, which is currently under development.
Gravity, the UK’s first commercial smart campus, is making a clear commitment to delivering clean growth in the UK. Gravity’s design – informed through consultation with a team of economic analysts as well as sustainability and environmental specialists – responds to the shifting global trends in consumption, energy use, automation, and digitalisation, creating thousands of long-term jobs.
E.ON’s role as energy partner is a key part of this, as it will deliver an alternative to standard utility grid connections by providing an on-site, integrated energy service through lower carbon and resilient power, heating, and cooling systems.
The agreement aims to combine the capabilities of Gravity and E.ON to allow both entities to capitalise on the strong and accelerating demand for low-carbon energy solutions that organisations and their employees demand.
The scheme will attract responsible and fast-growing companies associated with advanced manufacturing, robotics, artificial intelligence, electric vehicles, assembly, and distribution space, R&D and offices. By attracting today’s giants and tomorrow’s unicorns, there will also be significant opportunities for collaboration.
In 2019, the UK became the first major global economy to pledge to be net-zero by 2050 and alongside This is Gravity, E.ON is supporting the blueprint of how business users can make their net-zero commitments a reality.
Tom Curtis, Co-CEO, This is Gravity Ltd
“We are very excited to have signed this 50-year agreement with E.ON, as the renewable and low-carbon on-site energy solutions that E.ON will provide to each of our future tenants will ensure we are able to deliver the promise of Gravity to be the UK’s first smart campus. E.ON will enable us to satisfy the energy requirements of forward-thinking and climate-conscious tenants, and also ensure we are able to deliver our commitment to help drive the Government’s Clean Growth Strategy, something that is critical to all new commercial developments and future innovation.”
Lord David Triesman, Director, This is Gravity
“At Gravity, we will bring together cutting-edge businesses that share our vision for economic growth while meeting the future needs of our people and the planet. The businesses brought together at Gravity, will rival any smart campus in the world as global players. In E.ON, we have found an energy provider that shares our vision for a cleaner future, and is ahead of energy supply trends and technology.”
Michael Lewis, Chief Executive, E.ON UK
“When we talk about the new energy future and our work supporting the UK’s net-zero ambitions, we’re pretty much describing what will be happening at Gravity as it becomes home to some of the world’s most innovative businesses. We’ve been impressed with the quality of expertise within the Gravity team and the striking natural fit of our shared vision for a sustainable future.
“This really is us building tomorrow’s business. What we offer at Gravity will be bespoke to the needs of the tenants and allows us to bring our specialist knowledge and Europe-wide experience in providing smart, personalised and sustainable solutions for businesses.”
For media, please contact:
Jamie Bullen, Blackstock Consulting – jamie@blackstock.co.uk, 07718158717
Notes to Editors:
About Gravity
Gravity, the UK’s first commercial smart campus, is the blueprint for a smarter, cleaner future – faster. It will deliver a new era of possibility by supporting companies making a difference socially, economically and environmentally, driving the UK’s shift to growing through a cleaner economy.
With direct access to the M5 and accessible by rail, air and sea, the site offers over 616 acres for the creation of millions of sq ft of scalable, flexible and shared working space.
Multinationals and start-ups will benefit from the excellent connectivity and speed of build out Gravity offers. By attracting today’s giants and tomorrow’s unicorns, there will be significant opportunities for collaboration.
With its onsite clean energy solutions, dark fibre, excellent transport links, local talent pool and knowledge economy including four top-tier universities close by, Gravity provides occupiers with the ability to build, expand, and develop faster and efficiently.
About E.ON
E.ON is leading the energy transition: providing smart, sustainable and personalised solutions focused on our customers at home and in business, and across entire towns and cities.
Millions of people across the UK choose us to meet their energy needs, making us one of the leading energy providers in the UK. As part of the E.ON Group, we’re also one of the foremost energy companies in the world.
We believe the next opportunity for our customers, our country and our planet begins with renewable energy supplies and continues with our wide range of energy efficiency and smart technologies, helping customers to reduce their impact on the planet by using less energy or generating and storing it themselves.
We’re helping thousands of businesses across the UK take control of their energy supply, optimisation and generation all under one roof. Our experts have over 25 years’ experience delivering creative solutions to help businesses cut costs, reduce energy waste, meet sustainability goals and become less reliant on the grid.
www.eonenergy.com
LONDON 22 January 2020– This is Gravity ltd, the landowner of a 635-acre brownfield site in Bridgwater, South West England, has appointed JLL as sole agent for its smart campus (Gravity) in Somerset, which is currently under development.
This is Gravity ltd, the landowner of a 635-acre brownfield site in Bridgwater, South West England, has appointed JLL as sole agent for its smart campus, Gravity, which is currently under development.
Gravity will attract responsible and fast-growing companies associated with advanced manufacturing, robotics, artificial intelligence, electric vehicles, assembly and distribution space, R&D and offices. By attracting today’s giants and tomorrow’s unicorns, there will also be significant opportunities for collaboration.
The site is strategically located in the south-west of England, with direct access to Jn 23 of the M5, on-site freight and passenger rail terminals, proximity to Bristol international airport, and Bristol deep seaport.
With onsite clean energy solutions, resilient dark fibre, unrivalled transport links, accessible talent pool and knowledge economy, including four top-tier universities close by, Gravity’s flat site provides occupiers with the ability to build, expand, and develop faster and efficiently.
To enable Gravity to deliver its clean energy promise, it has signed a 50-year agreement with E.ON to provide bespoke renewable and low-carbon on-site energy solutions. These are anticipated to be on-site from autumn 2020 at the same time as completion of the link road direct to the M5 is expected.
Gravity will be a centre for clean growth, employment and the talent and technology of the future. The smart campus’s design – informed through consultation with a team of economic analysts, sustainability and environmental specialists – responds to the shifting global trends in consumption, energy use, automation and digitalization, creating thousands of long-term jobs.
Tom Curtis, Co-CEO, Gravity, said; “
At Gravity, we are committed to creating a connected and sustainable mixed-use smart campus which will attract some of the world’s most innovative and forward-thinking companies. Amongst many other attributes, JLL’s commitment to sustainability ensures that they are the perfect fit for this scheme. From start-up tech leaders of tomorrow to established multinationals and experts in advanced manufacturing, we believe that this site will deliver R&D as a result of knowledge sharing and harnessing the region’s talent from its leading universities and colleges. Underpinning this philosophy is a clear commitment to help drive the UK’s Clean Growth agenda.”
Chris Ireland, JLL’s UK CEO, said: “We look forward to working with This is Gravity ltd, to create their vision and attract leading businesses to the site. In Gravity we are partnering with someone who are also focused on what’s good for business and for a more sustainable future. JLL’s progressive approach means we’re integrating sustainability into all our advice in order to work with clients such as Gravity to maximise the benefits of a sustainable approach across the property sector.”
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Jamie Bullen, Blackstock Consulting, jamie@blackstock.co.uk, 07718158717
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Notes to editors:
About This is Gravity ltd.
For further information, visit thisisgravity.co.uk
Gravity, the UK’s first commercial smart campus, is the blueprint for a smarter, cleaner future – faster. It will deliver a new era of possibility by supporting companies making a difference socially, economically and environmentally, driving the UK’s shift to growing through a cleaner economy.
With direct access to the M5 and accessible by rail, air and sea, the site offers over 616 acres for the creation of millions of sq ft of scalable, flexible and shared working space.
Multinationals and start-ups will benefit from the excellent connectivity and speed of build out Gravity offers. By attracting today’s giants and tomorrow’s unicorns, there will be significant opportunities for collaboration.
With its onsite clean energy solutions, dark fibre, excellent transport links, local talent pool and knowledge economy including four top-tier universities close by, Gravity provides occupiers with the ability to build, expand, and develop faster and efficiently.
About JLL
JLL (NYSE: JLL) is a leading professional services firm that specializes in real estate and investment management. Our vision is to reimagine the world of real estate, creating rewarding opportunities and amazing spaces where people can achieve their ambitions. In doing so, we will build a better tomorrow for our clients, our people and our communities. JLL is a Fortune 500 company with annual revenue of $16.3 billion, operations in over 80 countries and a global workforce of nearly 92,000 as of June 30, 2019. JLL is the brand name, and a registered trademark, of Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated. For further information, visit jll.co.uk
It appears the trend of Londoners moving to Bristol is growing. In 2017, it was reported that London suffered a net loss of 1,030 people to Bristol – or nearly three a day. Published in the Telegraph on January 14, 2020, the pull of Bristol is once again in the news as the capital’s workforce continues the move to Bristol, tempted by the prospect of more affordable housing, diverse job opportunities, and the growing cultural significance of the city. Bristol also has the accolade of recently being named as one of Europe’s top cultural and creative cities in a report by the European Commission.
The trend of Londoners opting to move to the South West is likely to continue as the electrification of Great western lines between Bristol and London will reduce commuter journey times.
Another quality attracting people is that Bristol finds itself is on the front-line in the battle against climate change, with it being recognised as the UK’s greenest city, scoring highly for recycling and air quality.
Many of the reasons above are why we choose Somerset as the location for our Smart Campus, Gravity. Gravity is the blueprint for a smarter, cleaner future. It brings together cutting-edge businesses that will make a difference socially, economically, and environmentally. Somerset’s attraction for businesses and innovation is due to this region being the epicenter for transport, talent and having enormous potential to lead the UK’s push towards meeting net-zero targets. And if that was not enough to whet our appetite, being a short distance from Bristol, recently named “coolest city in Europe” by National Geographic certainly was.
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