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title: "Tritax flags rising Chinese demand for UK logistics space as firms lease 3 million sq ft in 2025"
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url: "https://longbridge.com/en/news/293222379.md"
description: "Tritax Management reports that Chinese firms leased nearly 3 million sq ft of UK logistics space in 2025, a 21% increase. This surge is driven by retailers shifting from cross-border shipping to localized warehousing ahead of the October 2028 removal of the GBP 135 de minimis customs exemption. Demand is expanding beyond e-commerce as Chinese third-party logistics providers and EV brands grow their UK networks, favoring high-spec turnkey facilities."
datetime: "2026-07-20T13:36:17.000Z"
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# Tritax flags rising Chinese demand for UK logistics space as firms lease 3 million sq ft in 2025

-   Tritax Management analysis flagged rising UK logistics demand from Chinese retailers shifting from cross-border shipping to localized warehousing and fulfillment. \* Chinese firms leased almost 3 million sq ft of UK warehouse space in 2025 as leasing volumes rose 21%. \* Removal of the UK GBP 135 de minimis customs exemption by October 2028 seen accelerating inventory localization and demand for Grade A logistics facilities. \* Demand expected to broaden beyond e-commerce as Chinese 3PLs expand UK networks and EV brands lift logistics needs; Chinese EV share reached 12.8%. \* Turnkey, high-spec facilities favored for speed, raising competition for scarce core sites; local advisory support highlighted as critical for market entry. Disclaimer: This news brief was created by Public Technologies (PUBT) using generative artificial intelligence. While PUBT strives to provide accurate and timely information, this AI-generated content is for informational purposes only and should not be interpreted as financial, investment, or legal advice. Tritax Management LLP published the original content used to generate this news brief on July 20, 2026, and is solely responsible for the information contained therein. © Copyright 2026 - Public Technologies (PUBT) Original Document: here

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