Lindum Group has been appointed to deliver the new £44 million Automated Distribution and Manufacturing Centre (ADMC) in Sutton-in-Ashfield, the flagship facility of the £100 million Ashfield Innovation and Technology Park.
Spanning over 31,000 sq ft, the ADMC will serve as a national centre for automation, providing support for UK businesses of all sizes to adopt tailored automation strategies. Modelled on the UK’s Catapult Centres, it will house research, technical, and engineering teams, and offer collaborative space for industry and academia.
Construction is scheduled to begin in summer 2025, with completion anticipated in late 2026. The facility is expected to open to tenants and users in early 2027.
Academic and industrial partners, including Nottingham Trent University and Vision West Nottinghamshire College, as well as local manufacturers, are involved in shaping the centre’s offerings to meet current sector needs.
The project is being procured through the SCAPE Regional Construction framework, enabling early contractor engagement and efficient delivery. It forms part of Ashfield District Council’s broader regeneration strategy aimed at creating skilled jobs and strengthening the district’s position in advanced manufacturing and automation.
