First Letting at “Excellent” Clarion
01 March 2010
Chartis UK Limited (formerly AIG) has been signed up as the first tenant at the new office development, Clarion, at 29 Wellington Street, Glasgow, within only two months of the building’s practical completion.
Chartis, a leading global player in the Insurance and Financial Services sector, is taking 8,209 sq ft on the fourth floor on a 10-year lease at £210,725 pa.
Ewan Cameron, Partner at letting agent Ryden commented: “Clarion is a stunning building and simply exudes quality, as well as being energy efficient and truly functional. We are delighted to welcome Chartis, who is exactly the type of tenant we set out to attract. There is strong interest in the remaining space and we look forward to making further announcements shortly.”
Alison Taylor, Director of GVA Grimley who advised the incoming tenants said: “Chartis was drawn to Clarion due to its location within the central business district, its green credentials, the efficiency of the floorplate, the quality of the finishes and the overall attention to detail throughout.”
The development, which achieved an “Excellent” BREEAM rating and a B rated Energy Performance Certificate, is located in the heart of Glasgow city centre. It provides a total of 76,650 sq ft of striking Grade A office accommodation over 10 floors, from 4,716 to 8,214 sq ft, with basement car parking.
