Bridge Industrial appoints new partner to lead its operations across the United Kingdom
Mike Best named Partner U.K., joins Bridge Industrial to fuel expansion across the country
London, U.K.: Bridge Industrial appoints Mike Best as its new Partner, U.K. to fuel the firm’s expansion plans across the country. Supporting the company’s growth narrative, three additional team members have been appointed, and two internal promotions have been announced.
Mike Best joins from British Land, where he was Head of Logistics for over three years. Having started his career at Deutsche Bank, Mike became Partner of Anglesea Capital before moving to Logicor, where he spent seven years focused on acquisition, development, and asset management across the U.K. Over his career, Mike has been involved in the acquisition, development, and leasing of over 35 million sq ft of industrial real estate across the country. Mike brings a wealth of experience and expertise to lead Bridge Industrial at a pivotal time when it seeks expansion across the U.K.
“I am thrilled to be joining Bridge Industrial. The firm has a tremendous track record of success across the U.S., and I look forward to leveraging this expertise in the U.K.,” said Mike Best, Partner, U.K., Bridge Industrial. “The U.K. team has seen great momentum, from acquiring and developing best-in-class facilities, to successful letting activity. I am excited to continue this momentum, focusing on our core strategy of delivering sustainable, efficient, world class assets that support the growth of our local communities.“
In addition to Mike’s appointment, Bridge Industrial also recently welcomed Leo Cerutti, VP of Investments, Sachin Dabasia as Senior Analyst, and Patrick Krill, Associate. Internally, David Sayers has been promoted to Vice President, Development and Leigh Robinson has taken the title of Vice President, Investments.
Charles Baigler, Bridge Industrial’s Partner, Head of Europe, who oversees both U.K. and mainland European operations, comments: “Mike is highly respected in the industry, with an excellent track record of success. As we seek opportunity across the country, I am confident having him at the helm of our U.K. operations will lead to exceptional performance, and deliver on our commitments to our investors and communities.”
In July this year, Bridge Industrial successfully transacted its first U.K. letting at Bridge Point Uxbridge, a newly developed Class A facility, located in West London along the A40. The tenant, global logistics company Nippon Express, will occupy the entire 50,691 sq ft facility.
Following its UK inception in 2020, Bridge has amassed and developed a portfolio of in-fill industrial real estate within the established M25 market. Bridge remains focused on adding to its existing quantum within this core geography, whilst also expanding its footprint into broader Southeast and Northwest markets.
About Bridge Industrial
Bridge Industrial (www.bridgeindustrial.com) is a privately-owned, vertically integrated real estate operating company and investment manager that focuses on the acquisition and development of Class A industrial real estate, in the supply-constrained core industrial markets of Chicago, Miami, New Jersey, New York, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Seattle, and Europe. Since its inception in 2000, Bridge has successfully acquired and developed close to 74 million square feet of industrial buildings.
