A development company has launched a new joint venture.
Birmingham-based Nurton Developments has teamed up with industry specialist Ian Harris to create Nurton Retail.
The new business will focus on sourcing and delivering retail and roadside development opportunities.
Mr Harris has 30 years of experience in this area of property, including site sourcing, planning, occupier engagement and construction management.
His experience has been gained from roles with retailers Lidl and Wickes and as a director at property consultancy CBRE among others.
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For 12 years, he also operated his own development consultancy, working with high-profile clients including Bullring co-owner Hammerson and Strathclyde Pension Fund.
Nurton Retail will target retail and roadside sites of up to ten acres, with a focus on high-visibility locations along major roads and offering services such as site identification, viability assessment, achieving planning consents and construction.
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Mr Harris said: "I welcome the opportunity to join forces with Nurton.
"This collaboration brings together decades of experience in development and retail development and a shared commitment to identifying and delivering high-quality roadside and retail opportunities.
"With a hands-on approach and strong client and occupier relationships, we are well-positioned to meet the growing demand in this dynamic market sector."
Nurton Developments' managing director David Bradshaw said: "This is a sector we have had some success in previously, however our partnership with Ian is a gamechanger, offering unparalleled expertise and industry insight which will be instrumental in delivering growth opportunities.
"Together, we aim to deliver innovative developments that meet the needs of both occupiers and local communities."