Land & Premises
PowerPark
PowerPark is a strategic initiative aimed at establishing Lowestoft, England, as a leading hub for the clean energy sector. Building upon the town’s rich maritime heritage and its growing role in offshore energy, PowerPark seeks to create a dynamic cluster of energy related businesses.
Lowestoft’s geographical location offers proximity to significant offshore wind farms in the Southern North Sea. The town’s port facilities, including Lowestoft Eastern Energy Facility (LEEF), Waveney Dock, Hamilton Dock, and Trawl Dock, are pivotal for offshore energy activities. The presence of companies like SSE, ScottishPower Renewables, and the innovation centre OrbisEnergy underscores Lowestoft’s integral role in the offshore energy sector.
Ideal Tenancy
The vision for PowerPark includes
- Fostering a cluster of offshore renewables, engineering, and maritime businesses to stimulate high-skilled employment.
- Enhancing infrastructure by Investing in port facilities to accommodate larger vessels and supporting the development of business spaces with sustainable power solutions.
- Improving public realm areas to enhance connectivity between the town centre, seafront, and port, making Lowestoft a more attractive place to live and work.
By aligning with national energy goals and leveraging its strategic location, PowerPark aims to position Lowestoft at the forefront of the UK’s transition to a low-carbon economy, driving economic growth and community well-being.
Drone footage and images of the PowerPark can be viewed here.
For further information on the opportunities within PowerPark please contact us.
The Nexus
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The Nexus development is a regeneration scheme being carried out by East Suffolk Council in the heart of the PowerPark.Â
Construction has started to provide 16 purpose-built business units of varying sizes ranging from 35 sqm to 117 sqm. The units will provide open plan production/storage areas with the opportunity to include office space as required by the end user. The scheme could appeal to both start-up and more established businesses looking to locate within this strategic area of Lowestoft amongst the energy sector hub, close to the harbour area.
Find out more about the Nexus, and the Nexus Capital Fit Out grant scheme here.
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Enterprise Zones
East Suffolk benefits from Enterprise Zone status at 4 sites in Lowestoft and Beccles. You can find details of these below.Â
Enterprise Zones are designed to encourage business development and generate jobs, focusing on supporting the Ports, Logistics and Engineering sectors as well as the supply chains that support these industries. The sites provide an ideal relocation area for businesses and will unlock future development opportunities both in and around Lowestoft Port for the energy and marine sectors.
Located at Grange Farm, Gisleham, A & E Cooke Farmers Ltd offers 42 acres of prime employment land, perfectly positioned to support the supply chain for the Sizewell C Nuclear Power Station. Tailored developments can unlock future opportunities, bringing lasting economic benefits to the region.
Just to the east of A & E Cooke Farmers Ltd, Citygate Developments Tower Road Business Park offers flexible design and build opportunities for commercial uses.
Plots ranging from 1 to 6.3 acres allow bespoke developments from 10,000 to 150,000 sq ft, catering to industrial, storage, distribution, and retail sectors.
With Enterprise Zone status and, boasting excellent connectivity, with direct access to the A12 and proximity to The Port and Sizewell C, these sites are ideally suited for industries like renewable energy, logistics, and advanced manufacturing.
Seize the opportunity to be part of Lowestoft’s growth story. Whether supporting the energy sector or driving innovation, these sites offer unparalleled potential. Contact us today to learn more and shape the future of business in Lowestoft.
View Drone footage and images of South Lowestoft Industrial Estate here.
Situated in north Lowestoft, the Mobbs Way Enterprise Zone in is a 4.7-hectare employment area designed to support small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and startups aiming to expand their operations. This site is part of the Great Yarmouth and Lowestoft Enterprise Zone, established to foster economic growth, particularly in the energy sector.
Since its inception, Mobbs Way has attracted significant interest from businesses, with large areas of the site already developed and occupied.
Ideal Tenancy
The Mobbs Way Enterprise Zone in Lowestoft is primarily designed to support businesses in the industrial, energy, and commercial sectors. The site is best suited for businesses that fall within classes E, B2 and B8. Given Lowestoft’s position in the energy sector, businesses specialising in renewable energy, offshore wind, and oil & gas support services may find the site particularly attractive.
Location
The A12, A146 & A47 road network provides direct access south to Ipswich and north to Great Yarmouth and Norwich, giving further connectivity to the A11 (London–Norwich) and A14 (Midlands &Felixstowe Port), linking the site to major regional transport routes. The Port of Lowestoft is located 3 miles to the east of Mobbs Wayand is a key hub for offshore energy, cargo handling, and marine services.
View Drone footage and images of Mobbs Way Enterprise Zone here.
Hornbill Business Park is a thriving commercial hub located in Ellough, Suffolk, just south of Beccles. Strategically positioned, the 28-acre site is well-connected via the A146, A12, A143, and A145, providing easy access to Ipswich, Norwich, Great Yarmouth, and London. A newly developed southern bypass further enhances connectivity, making it an ideal location for businesses.
Hornbill Business Park is home to leading companies such as Carcom, StacaTruc, and Emerald Car Services, with opportunities available for businesses of all sectors.
Ideal Tenancy
With 26 new B2, B8, and Class E(g)(iii) commercial units planned, this development supports industrial, warehousing, and light manufacturing businesses.
A new masterplan aims to expand the site to 40 acres, creating a significant employment hub.
Investors and corporate end-users can customize their space, with flexible options including serviced plots, lease opportunities, and tailored build solutions.
Location
Located near the Port of Lowestoft, the business park is also positioned to support the rapidly growing offshore energy sector, providing direct access to renewable energy opportunities.
View Drone footage and images of Horbill Business Park here.
The Riverside Road Enterprise Zone in Lowestoft is a 4.5-hectare site situated within the town’s inner harbour, south of Lake Lothing. Accessible via the A12 through Waveney Drive, the zone is surrounded by a mix of residential, retail, and office developments. The site boasts over 100 meters of quay heading along its northern boundary, providing essential infrastructure for maritime and energy-related activities.
Ideal Tenancy
The Riverside Road Enterprise Zone in Lowestoft is strategically positioned to support businesses, particularly those linked to the maritime, energy, and engineering sectors. The ideal business use classes for this zone are: Class B2 – General Industrial, Class B8 – Storage and Distribution and Class E Commercial, Business & Service Current occupiers of the site include Suffolk County Council, East Suffolk Council, and Essex & Suffolk Water.
Location
The site’s proximity to the A12 ensures seamless connectivity to major road networks, facilitating efficient transportation of goods and services. The development of the Gull Wing River Crossing at Riverside Road represents a significant infrastructure enhancement, improving access to the area and supporting larger commercial vessels entering the port.
View Drone footage and images of Riverside Road Enterprise Zone here.
Port of Felixstowe Logistics Park
The Port of Felixstowe Logistics Park offers a total of 1,400,000 sq.ft of build-to-suit distribution warehouses on a 68-acre site within the Port of Felixstowe.
Individual units of between 100,000 and 800,000 sq.ft can be accommodated on a site strategically located adjacent to the UK’s busiest container terminals and largest intermodal rail facility. The Logistics Park also benefits from direct access to the A14 and the strategic road network providing a range of onward distribution options by sea, road or rail.
Warehouses on the Logistics Park will also benefit from the port’s own stringent security, which includes a Port Police Unit, whose officers have the same powers as regular officers within the port and up to one mile beyond it.
To learn more about the opportunities available at this exciting logistics park development, contact the Port’s real estate team at enquiries@fdrc.co.uk
Managed Workspace
The Hub, Southwold
Complementing Southwold’s already thriving business community, The Hub offers meeting space, private zoom rooms and a creative co-working environment where you can work alone, as part of a team, or collaborate with new contacts. Join the community today by emailing Suzanne@menta.org.ukÂ
NWES
As well as offering advice and support to businesses, Nwes offer some of the very best business premises in East Suffolk. With properties in Lowestoft and Leiston, they come with flexible terms, on-site support and facilities for a range of businesses.
Framlingham Technology Centre
Framlingham Technology Centre is a purpose-built business centre offering serviced office and workshop accommodation with on-site facilities including reception, meeting rooms and flexible tenancies.
Old Jet, Rendlesham
The aim of Old Jet is to create an inspiring working environment for professionals working in the creative industries. Old Jet is a creative hub that contains studio and office spaces to rent, as well as storage space, workshops and mentorship.