NORTHERN TRUST ANNOUNCES LETTINGS AT SNECKYEAT INDUSTRIAL ESTATE, WHITEHAVEN TO SCRUBMARINE LIMITED AND COLAB ENGINEERING LIMITED

5th June 2025

Northern Trust Company Ltd is pleased to announce the successful letting of Units 13C and 13D at its newly developed 22,212 sq ft extension at Sneckyeat Industrial Estate in Whitehaven, to ScrubMarine Limited and Colab Engineering Limited. ScrubMarine Limited has moved into Unit 13C, whilst Colab Engineering Limited has moved into Unit 13D. Both deals were completed on three-year lease agreements.

The new development at Sneckyeat Industrial Estate adds an additional 22,212 sq ft of modern business space, split into eight high-quality units arranged in three blocks. With this expansion, the estate now extends to over 64,322 sq ft, featuring a diverse mix of terraces, semi-detached, and individual buildings designed to support the needs of businesses across various sectors. There is strong demand for the remaining units, highlighting the attractiveness of this location for growing businesses.

ScrubMarine Limited is an early-stage maritime robotics company developing innovative solutions to tackle biofouling in the shipping industry. Based in Cumbria, the company is currently in the research and development (R&D) phase, working towards a pioneering autonomous submersible robot that provides an efficient, cost-effective, and environmentally sustainable hull-cleaning service for ship owners and operators. Their solution is designed to significantly reduce fuel consumption, operational costs, and carbon emissions, aligning with global decarbonisation efforts and IMO regulations.

Commenting on the letting, Ben Weaver, Asset Manager at Northern Trust, said: “We are delighted to welcome ScrubMarine Limited and Colab Engineering Limited to Sneckyeat Industrial Estate. ScrubMarine’s innovative approach to maritime maintenance is exactly the kind of forward-thinking enterprise we are proud to support. The strong demand for our new business units reinforces the need for high-quality, flexible industrial space in the region, and we are committed to providing businesses with the facilities they need to thrive.”

A spokesperson for ScrubMarine Ltd added: “As we continue to grow, securing our new unit at Sneckyeat is a major milestone for ScrubMarine. We required a specific location to develop, construct, and test our state-of-the-art submersible robotics after acquiring capital, and this facility is ideal. We were able to go from key handover during the holiday season to a fully furnished, functional office in less than a month with Northern Trust's help. Their effectiveness and adaptability have been crucial in enabling us to get started right away as we work to transform maritime maintenance.”

Strategically located in Whitehaven, Sneckyeat Industrial Estate provides an ideal base for small and medium-sized enterprises, offering unit sizes ranging from 1,098 sq ft to 8,892 sq ft. Each unit is constructed to a high standard and benefits from on-site parking and generous circulation space, ensuring a practical and efficient working environment.

The estate is divided into two main sections off Sneckyeat Road and offers secure 24-hour access, featuring perimeter fencing, CCTV surveillance, and lockable gates for enhanced security.

For further information on available units at Sneckyeat Industrial Estate, please Northern Trust’s North West team on 01257 238666 or via email at northwest@northerntrust.co.uk

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