Jansons Property adds to Portfolio with Thames Valley Park, Reading
Jansons Property has acquired a 4.5-acre site at Thames Valley Park in Reading, strengthening its portfolio of strategically located employment land across London and the South East.
The purchase forms part of the company’ s long-term investment strategy of identifying well-located employment sites across the Thames Valley, where strong economic fundamentals, established occupier markets, and excellent transport connectivity continue to underpin long-term investment opportunities.
Thames Valley Park is one of the region’ s premier business parks and is home to global occupiers including Microsoft, Oracle and
Sanofi. The park benefits from excellent connectivity to Junction 10 of the M4 via the A329( M), placing it at the heart of one of the UK’ s most established commercial locations.
The site is currently an undeveloped plot in a prime position on the park. Jansons will consider a number of options before bringing forward a proposal that complements the surrounding business environment. With early occupier interest already shown, the team is looking forward to progressing plans.
Andy Jansons, Managing Director of Jansons Property, explained:“ This acquisition extends our track record of purchasing employment land in established business locations. We have been active along the M4 corridor for 23 years, so to secure another site in the area, and on one of the pre-eminent business parks in the Thames Valley, is hugely positive. We continue to actively pursue allocated employment sites, existing industrial sites and business parks with medium-term development potential.”
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Saffery’ s High Wycombe team raises funds for Active Oxfordshire in memory of Toby Wood
Daniel Wiseman and Nihal Uddin from Saffery in High Wycombe recently brought together local businesses for a charity sixa-side football tournament in memory of colleague, Toby Wood.
The Saffery Sixes Charity Football Tournament took place at Redgrave Sports Centre in Marlow, offering a day of competitive football, fundraising and family fun. Teams representing Saffery’ s High Wycombe, Bournemouth and Peterborough offices competed alongside B P Collins, Dux Advisory Ltd, IQ Glass and MHA.
Following an exciting tournament, MHA defeated Saffery Peterborough in the final to lift the trophy.
MHA’ s Harry Hudson was named Top
Saffrey’ s High Wycombe team
Goal Scorer, while teammate Finley Turner received the Golden Glove award. Zac Hope of Saffery Peterborough was recognised as Player of the Tournament.
The event raised funds for Active Oxfordshire and its Access Sport programme, which helps more children and young people benefit from opportunities to participate in sport.
Nihal Uddin from Saffery said,“ It was a privilege to bring colleagues, fellow professionals and members of the local business community together in memory of Toby. The tournament was a fantastic opportunity to enjoy some competitive football, while supporting a cause that creates meaningful opportunities for young people.
Daniel Wiseman added,“ We would like to thank every player, supporter and business who helped make the day such a success. We hope to build on this year’ s event and welcome everyone back for another tournament next year.”
Neil Fiorentinos appointed CEO of BMW Group UK and Ireland
Neil Fiorentinos
Neil Fiorentinos has been appointed Chief Executive Officer of BMW Group UK and Ireland effective from 1 September 2026
He will succeed David George, who will take up a leadership opportunity outside the company. David has led the UK and Ireland business since January 2024 and has played a key role in maintaining BMW’ s leadership in the UK premium segment.
Neil currently serves as CEO of BMW Group Central and Southeastern Europe based in Salzburg and oversees commercial operations across 12 countries. Since joining BMW Group in South Africa in 1994, he has held a number of senior leadership roles across the organisation, including CEO of BMW Netherlands and President and CEO of BMW Group Asia.
With more than three decades of international experience, Neil brings broad expertise from across BMW Group, including deep knowledge of the company’ s brands, and its sales and marketing operations. His proven leadership will be instrumental in driving the continued success and development of BMW Group UK and Ireland.
Neil Fiorentinos’ s appointment is subject to approval by the Financial Conduct Authority.
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