Solihull firm acquires industrial space in Connexion II scheme

A Solihull family-owned company is the latest letting at Blythe Valley Park 's Connexion II industrial scheme, taking 42,000 sq ft.

Reeley Ltd, one of the UK 's leading specialists in lifts, escalator and stairlift components will be taking the unit on a ten-year lease.

Founded in 1989 by Harold Reeley and now owned and managed by his daughter, Angie (pictured on left), the business has grown into a multimillion-pound operation, with a turnover of £3.5m.

Reeley is taking one of three units ranging from 25,000 to 50,000 sq ft at the Connexion II industrial campus located off junction 4 of the M42.

Explaining the growth of Reeley and its decision to relocate from Monkspath to one of the Midlands ' premier business parks, managing director Angie Smith said: “I took over the business in 1999 after my dad died from a sudden illness. Mum was dependent on the business for income, and I had to step up fast and hit the floor running.

“Working alongside my husband, Gary (pictured in middle), we operated from our spare bedroom and soon our can-do attitude, technical knowledge and fast response built us a strong reputation in the industry.

“Here we are now taking space to future proof the business for another 20 years to accommodate growth for the next generation, which includes my daughter and her husband. ”

Reeley is looking to relocate in February 2023 with the first unit at Connexion ready for occupation in December of this year.

Deborah Fennel (pictured on right), park manager at Blythe Valley Park, said: “Reeley is going to fit right in at Blythe Valley Park. They share many of the values of our forward-thinking office occupiers who want a first-class working environment with wellbeing as its focus.

“Positioned right at the front of the business park, Connexion II offers convenient access for their trade customers, and I think their team will enjoy many of our community events too.

“It 's good to hear that they 're looking to be here for the long term and we 're looking forward to playing a big part in their future. ”

Blythe Valley Park is owned by Frasers Property, combining industrial and offices with occupiers including Lounge Underwear, Siemens, Oracle, GKN Aerospace, Wavenet and ZF Group.