Leading commercial property consultancy, Hartnell Taylor Cook, has today announced a renewed contract with the Co-operative Group. The new five-year contract will see Hartnell Taylor Cook expand its portfolio of Co-op properties under management to 300.
Having managed the Co-op’s non-trading assets in south-west England since 2012, Hartnell Taylor Cook will now oversee properties across an increased region, covering Wales, the south-west and the south-east of England. The move follows the company’s announcement earlier this year to open 75 new stores in 2025, alongside major refurbishments in 80 existing locations, as the retailer focuses on enhancing its role as a hub for convenience and community services.
Hartnell Taylor Cook will continue to provide comprehensive property and asset management services for Co-op’s non-operational assets across the South of England and Wales. The firm’s expertise extends to the strategic management of their sub-let portfolio, encompassing debt management, service charge and insurance re-charge consultancy, and the procurement and oversight of works and services.
Hartnell Taylor Cook will continue to deliver effective supplier management and proactive vacant property management, ensuring Co-op’s assets are managed efficiently and in alignment with their broader property strategy.
Additionally, the consultancy will provide ad-hoc services from the company’s agency, development, and professional services divisions.
Commenting on the news, Stuart Howell, Managing Partner at Hartnell Taylor Cook said: “We are delighted to extend our longstanding partnership with the Co-operative Group. Over the past decade, we’ve worked closely with them to manage their non-trading portfolio, and it is exciting to now extend this across a larger geographical area. This renewal underscores the trust and collaboration between our teams, and we look forward to continuing to provide expert management services that support the Co-op’s strategic objectives.”
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