"With constrained existing unit supply and a strong development pipeline we expect quoting rents to exceed £6 in the next 12 months"

"There are a number of sizeable requirements across the region being discussed and we anticipate significant activity in the second half of the year"

"It is pleasing to see large scale speculative development return to the region after a prolonged absence which will encourage grade A take-up and further rental growth"

"Whilst supply has increased, this is skewed by the sizeable Lidl RDC, as otherwise supply has been reduced by the recent purchase of Vertex and letting of Colossus 1. Meanwhile no new build and very little other facilities of scale and quality have entered the market meaning that the Scottish Region is in much need of speculative development"

"Latest SPECS indicators show pressure on logistics build costs"

"Where next for industrial and logistics?"

"The take-up for 2018 could be significantly higher than last year's."

"As it becomes tougher to source opportunities, investors need to think innovatively to find value.    "