Scientific Facilities Management

The Heath Business and Technical Park, Runcorn, Cheshire

SOG owns and manages a thriving 60 acre business and technical park at The Heath, Runcorn. Established in 2000 on the site of ICI’s former headquarters, it is now home to more than 185 British and international companies, ranging from bio-science firms to IT specialists, from food industry consultants to website designers, and from government agencies to telemarketing specialists. Residents have been attracted by the business park’s impressive facilities, flexible leasing arrangements and first class transport links. The Heath offers a wide range of serviced office and laboratory space, together with a purpose-built conference centre, 120-seat lecture theatre, licensed restaurant, shops, bank and a gym. Residents can also choose from a wide selection of additional services, including laboratory support, scientific glassblowing and precision engineering facilities. New companies or firms wishing to relocate can take advantage of existing office and lab space or become part of an exciting bespoke new-build phase at The Heath. For further information on The Heath telephone 01928 515988 or visit www.theheath.com

Hexagon Tower, Blackley, Manchester

After demonstrating SOG’s expertise at The Heath, the company was invited to take over the management of the 11 storey science and office complex Hexagon Tower, in Manchester in 2006. SOG offers a combination of serviced offices and laboratory accommodation for scientific and technology-based organisations, particularly those concerned with research and development. For further information contact Hexagon Tower on 0161 721 2000 or visit www.hexagontower.co.uk

"Since we came here, the site has been increasingly seen as a business park, so as well as benefiting from the facilities, we have been able to provide our services to other companies on site."..Dr John Mason - LGC