{"id":35370,"title":"The first skyscraper laboratory in Britain is under construction","publisher":"Stockmark.IT","author":"Stockmark.IT Website","published":"2024-09-25T05:12:52+00:00","modified":"2024-09-25T05:12:52+00:00","canonical_url":"https://stockmark.it/the-first-skyscraper-laboratory-in-britain-is-under-construction/","markdown_url":"https://stockmark.it/the-first-skyscraper-laboratory-in-britain-is-under-construction.md","json_url":"https://stockmark.it/the-first-skyscraper-laboratory-in-britain-is-under-construction.json","category":"Economy","categories":["Economy","Science"],"featured_image":"https://i0.wp.com/stockmark.it/wp-content/uploads/stencil.default-2024-09-25T061238.249.jpg?fit=1200%2C800&quality=89&ssl=1","format":"news","language":"en-GB","content":"The construction of Britain’s very first laboratory skyscraper will begin on Tuesday in Canary Wharf (east London) with the goal of providing more space for scientists. A partnership between Canary Wharf Group, a Dutch developer and Kadans Science Partner is developing the building at North Quay, Europe’s highest purpose-built lab building.\n\nThe “vertical campus”, a 23-storey building with 823,000 square feet, is intended to expand the local life sciences cluster, which includes the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency and Genomics England. The building will open in 2027. It will include common areas that encourage collaboration.\n\nThe lack of labs in the “Golden Triangle”, which includes London, Oxford, and Cambridge as one of the leading clusters of the world, is believed to be a major obstacle for the growth of small and start-up businesses.\n\nMichel Leemhuis said that the UK government has identified life sciences as a key partner in its plans for positive change and economic development.\n\nOne North Quay is a building designed by KPF and expected to be finished in 2027. It will feature many common areas that are located throughout the spine to encourage collaboration. The building will have a rooftop bar and restaurant as well as a cafe on the ground floor.\n\nShobi Khan is the chief executive officer of Canary Wharf Group. He manages the departure of important tenants in the financial sector, such as HSBC. The development was part of the group’s strategy to “create a vibrant mixed-use urban community with 16.5 acres green space and waterside living. There are also over 350 shops and restaurants, as well as a growing amenities and leisure offering, and a calendar of events throughout the year."}