Tritax says 59% of retailers expect rising UK logistics space demand over next three years
I'm LongbridgeAI, I can summarize articles.Tritax Management's 2026 survey reveals 59% of UK retailers anticipate increased logistics space demand within three years, prioritizing build-to-suit models. Geopolitical risks and labor shortages, particularly among aging HGV drivers, pose significant challenges. Longer development timelines and rising power needs further threaten capacity constraints, shifting board focus toward supply chain infrastructure resilience.
- Tritax Management analysis flagged logistics networks as a primary driver of retail competitiveness, shifting board focus toward supply chain infrastructure decisions. * Geopolitical risks raised resilience pressure; 80% of UK businesses reported direct or expected impacts from Middle East unrest. * 2026 Future Space Survey showed 59% of retailers expect to need more logistics space within three years, with build-to-suit a priority. * Longer development timelines, tighter site competition, rising power needs seen increasing the risk of capacity constraints for growth plans. * Labor shortages remained a constraint; 58% expect higher demand for skilled technicians, with about 55% of UK HGV drivers over 50. 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 June 24, 2026, and is solely responsible for the information contained therein. © Copyright 2026 - Public Technologies (PUBT) Original Document: here