SEGRO and ITP deliver seven years of sustained workforce and carbon benefits at East Midlands Gateway
East Midlands | January 2026 - A long‑term partnership between SEGRO and ITP has delivered sustained workforce and carbon benefits at SEGRO Logistics Park East Midlands Gateway, demonstrating how early investment and long‑term commitment can drive lasting behaviour change at scale. The programme has now been shortlisted for the Best Behaviour Change & Public Engagement Award at the Decarbonising Transport Awards 2026.
ITP was appointed by SEGRO to develop and deliver a data led travel programme tailored to the realities of a large, 24 hour logistics workforce. Since the early occupation of the park, travel behaviour has been monitored annually, providing clear evidence over seven years that high levels of sustainable commuting have been maintained over time.
Today, just 42% of employees drive alone, down from a baseline of 80%. Car sharing accounts for 38% of trips and bus use stands at 14%, removing more than 21 million car kilometres from the road each year and saving over 11,500 tonnes of carbon. Employees also benefit from an estimated £7 million in commuting cost savings.
Access to a stable workforce is one of the most critical factors for logistics occupiers. By investing in sustainable and reliable travel options over the long term, we’ve reduced a key operational risk for businesses on the park. That resilience strengthens occupier relationships, supports lease performance and underpins the long‑term success of the development.
Associate Director, Asset Management, SEGRO
Being involved in this project from the planning stages through to delivery has shown how powerful a partnership approach can be. SEGRO set a clear ambition from the outset, and by working closely over many years we’ve been able to turn that vision into real, lasting benefits - helping occupiers access a wider labour pool while directly supporting ESG and social value priorities. The fact that sustainable travel levels have remained consistently high over seven years shows that this approach is working
Associate Director, Sustainable Mobility, ITP
The national award shortlisting recognises the strength of this long term, partnership led approach and reinforces SEGRO’s position as a leader in delivering sustainable, people focused employment locations.
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