WORKS have started on a new warehouse for Middlewich manufacturer British Salt.

Developer Stoford is delivering the 184,493 sq ft state-of-the-art warehouse in Middlewich which will enable British Salt (part of Tata Chemicals Europe) to store the high purity salt and sodium bicarbonate products manufactured at its three sites in Cheshire.

It is being built at British Salt’s existing manufacturing site in Cledford Lane.

Last year, Stoford signed a funding agreement with global alternative asset manager ICG to build the warehouse.

A&H Construction has been appointed as contractor to deliver the new warehouse, which is expected to be completed in August.

Angus Vause, sales and marketing director of Tata Chemicals Europe, said: “We are delighted that works have commenced on our new warehouse, which is a key part in the delivery of our future growth plans for the business in Cheshire and will enable British Salt and Tata Chemicals Europe to deliver enhanced customer service and supply chain excellence.”

Edward Peel, Stoford director, said: “We’re pleased to have started work on this new facility for British Salt.

“It’s strategically important for the business, which has outlined its ambitious plans to invest in the region.

“It provides a key example of our ability to deliver occupier-led development and we’re looking forward to seeing the warehouse take shape over the next few months.”

Rachael Pittaway, from ICG, added: "We are excited to work with Stoford and the iconic British Salt to build this best-in-class facility, and we look forward to collaborating together to find innovative solutions to further optimise and enhance the ESG credentials of the project.

“The crucial location of this site represents mission-critical investing at its purest, a strategic addition to our sale and leaseback fund.”