HBD has put forward plans for a further 27,500 sq ft at Airport Business Park Southend.

The application has been submitted on behalf of CAMA Group, which specialises in post-production sustainability for Film & TV. CAMA has developed a global software platform that enables studios and production companies to share assets that are no longer required, investing in the circular economy through reuse and repurposing. Its new site at Airport Business Park will become the headquarters for the business' logistics operation, servicing studio development in the Thames Estuary Production Corridor.

Harry Bunbury, Director at HBD, said: "Airport Business Park is an important development for the City and work is continuing to progress well on site. CAMA is an excellent fit for the scheme and will contribute to driving growth and investment. Provided planning is approved, we aim to start on site later this year.


"We have seen strong demand from potential occupiers looking for bespoke, well-located industrial and logistics space – particularly given the continued shortage of new Grade A stock coming through. The ability to offer small units as well as larger, bespoke build options has proved popular and we look forward to completing on our Quad scheme, comprising 12 separate units, in the coming months."

Airport Business Park Southend (ABPS) forms part of an ambitious new vision for Southend-on-Sea. It is being delivered in partnership between HBD and Southend-on-Sea City Council.

A total of £150m is being invested in delivering high-quality space and infrastructure, building a collaborative ecosystem to drive growth. The 'Launchpad', a dedicated facility designed to champion innovation in the area for start-ups and SMEs, is expected to complete this summer ahead of occupation in early 2023.

Adjacent to London Southend Airport and close to major transport networks, ABPS benefits from unrivalled connectivity within a successful and established business location.