Tritax Big Box Newark

Igen were commissioned by Bowmer & Kirkland on behalf of Tritax Big Box to design and install a 558 kWp solar PV system at their new logistics facility in Newark. The specification uses advanced technology (DMEG solar panels and Solis inverters) and forms a central element of the building’s sustainability credentials.

The Challenge

 

Tritax Big Box’s logistics centre in Newark required a solar installation that not only met high performance and durability criteria, but also aligned with the building’s new‑build timeline, structural design and sustainability ambitions. The brief was to integrate a 558 kWp rooftop solar solution that:

• maximises renewable generation from day one

• coordinates seamlessly with the construction programme managed by Bowmer & Kirkland

• supports Tritax Big Box’s environmental commitments within the logistics property sector
  Critical to success were considerations of roof geometry/orientation, shading effects, building loads and interfaces with other mechanical & electrical services.

The Solution

 

Igen’s in‑house engineering team specified a high efficiency system: the 558 kWp array uses DMEG solar modules optimised for the available roof area, paired with Solis inverters for reliable, long‑term operation. The system was carefully integrated to fit the construction sequencing of Bowmer & Kirkland and was installed in parallel with other trades to avoid disruption. Key design actions included:

• roof layout assessment to maximise solar yield across the year

• structural and electrical integration with the new building infrastructure

• coordination with the main contractor (Bowmer & Kirkland) for civil, M&E and commissioning phases

• testing and handover processes aligned with the wider building delivery programme

The Results

 

• Total capacity: 558 kWp

• Technology used: DMEG solar panels, Solis inverters

• The system contributes significant on‑site renewable electricity generation, reducing reliance on grid supply.

• Built‑in from day one, the solar PV installation supports the building’s specification as a high‑performance logistics hub.

• The installation underscores Tritax Big Box’s strategy of embedding low‑carbon infrastructure into its real estate assets, helping attract occupiers focused on sustainability.

The Impact

 

For Tritax Big Box, this project strengthens its credentials as a developer and operator of logistics buildings with meaningfully embedded renewable energy. The solar PV system showcases how large‑scale logistics assets can deliver both operational efficiency and environmental benefit. For Igen, the Newark installation reinforces our capability in delivering mid‑to‑large scale rooftop solar systems on new build logistics hubs, in partnership with leading contractors like Bowmer & Kirkland.