Plus Ultra Manchester will be a landmark 217,000 sq ft science and innovation building located on Upper Brook Street within Manchester's Oxford Road Corridor. Developed by Kadans Science Partner, the scheme delivers state-of-the-art laboratory, cleanroom, and flexible office space designed to support organisations ranging from early-stage start-up's to established research firms. The building will feature a ground-floor incubator, collaborative work and meeting areas, a striking central atrium, and a tiered "forum stairway" built to encourage interaction and community culture.
Amenities will include a cafe, bar, multi-faith room, mothering room, and premium cycling facilities with secure storage and a dedicated workshop. Plus Ultra Manchester is engineered for technical performance, offering full laboratory infrastructure - lab gases, enhanced structural load capacity, and high power availability - alongside strong digital connectivity. The development targets leading sustainability and technology standards, including 100% electric operation, rooftop solar power, BREEAM 'Excellent', EPC A, and WiredScore Gold.
Positioned within a key innovation district and within walking distance of Manchester Piccadilly and Oxford Road stations, Plus Ultra Manchester provides exceptional connectivity to universities, hospitals, and research institutions. Completion is expected in early 2028, delivering one of the city's most advanced and future-ready environments for science, technology, and innovation businesses.
Plus Ultra Manchester will be located on Upper Brook Street at the heart of the Oxford Road Corridor, one of the UK's leading innovation districts. Positioned between the University of Manchester, Manchester Metropolitan University, and major NHS and research institutions, it sits within the city's most active cluster for science, technology, and healthcare collaboration. The site offers excellent connectivity, with Manchester Piccadilly and Oxford Road stations both within a short walking distance, and immediate access to key bus and cycle routes. Its strategic location places occupiers at the centre of Manchester's Knowledge Quarter, surrounded by research talent, academic partnerships, and a vibrant ecosystem of high-growth science and technology organisations.
EPC A
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