Flexiss Group has recently announced the opening of its latest facility in York, which is the 17th independent management platform operating across multiple financial institutions. The new SureStore facility is the first of its kind to combine a specification that targets net-zero carbon in operation with a fully automated no-key access system. Legal and General Investment Management (‘LGIM’), the largest UK-based asset manager, funded this investment.
The Nokē system is a state-of-the-art, hands-free security system that uses Bluetooth technology for facial or thumbprint recognition. The system will control gate access and every single lock in the facility, making it one of the most secure storage facilities in the UK. York is the first Flexiss Group facility to use this cutting-edge technology. The company aims to build all future locations to Net Zero Carbon in operation standards as well as use this enhanced security for customer access.
The York SureStore location is their second UK store funded by LGIM’s Industrial Property Investment Fund, aiming to be net zero carbon in operation, following their latest opening in Wokingham in July 2022. This is part of both Flexiss Group’s and LGIM’s continued commitment to driving sustainability, and developing new environmentally conscious buildings that aim to be net-zero carbon in operation.
Paul Whittaker, Flexiss Commercial Director, said, “Through experience and innovation, the Flexiss group and its partner LGIM are truly industry-leading, something I am extremely proud to be a part of.” Whittaker also added that the new facility would bring employment and revenue to the York area for years to come.
Matthew Lilley, Assistant Fund Manager at LGIM Real Assets, said, “York SureStore is truly a best-in-class facility, marking our second self-storage development to open in the last nine months. We are increasing our exposure to the sector with a growing pipeline – primarily through purpose-built developments that incorporate enhanced specifications from the design stage, which aim to achieve net-zero carbon in operation.”
The York facility offers 36,000 sq ft of premium storage space hosting last-mile logistic space, office and co-work opportunities, as well as flex-space work areas designed for the many start-up businesses of York and the surrounding areas.
Flexiss opened its first SureStore site in Bolton in 2018 and has since expanded its independent management platform to encompass 17 facilities across the UK. With their unparalleled expertise, Flexiss is at the forefront of the self-storage industry and is poised to continue its growth and success.
The Flexiss Group has plans for growth in other UK-wide locations, and all upcoming storage facilities will feature Nokē and net-zero technology. Further store openings with Legal & General include Loughborough, Stoke, Stevenage, Hamstead, and Bedford.
Through their commitment to sustainability and a pioneering approach to storage solutions, the Flexiss Group continues to create unique self-storage facilities created for the local community while setting the standard for the industry. With the combination of the Nokē access system and a net-zero carbon building, Flexiss Group has once again demonstrated its commitment to innovation and excellence in the storage industry.
In conclusion, Flexiss Group’s net-zero fully automated self-storage facility in York is now open, and it represents the company’s commitment to sustainability and innovation.
