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1,100 new jobs as Merchant Park Development reaches major milestone
Over 1,100 new jobs are being created in Newton Aycliffe as Merchant Park announces the completion of its first 53,993 sq. ft warehouse development.
September 29, 2025

Topping out celebrated at Merchant Park’s multi-million development
The latest milestone marks a significant step forward for the commercial development on Millenium Way at Aycliffe Business Park which will provide 52,500 sq ft and bring 198 jobs to the local area.
June 17, 2025

Millennium Way Phase One: Latest Update
Work on site is progressing well and is well on track for completion in September. WATCH THE VIDEO
May 19, 2025

Merchant Park: Adapting to a Changing Landscape
With the Energy Efficiency Standards set to tighten by 2030, commercial tenants are seeking buildings with strong energy performance that
May 6, 2025
In the media
- Work finished on industrial units at Station Place in Newton Aycliffe
- The region’s largest industrial park just got bigger
- Brand new Industrial Space in Newton Aycliffe available June 2022.
- Landmark £2bn HS2 train contracts awarded to Hitachi and Alstom joint venture
- Hopes rise that 700 jobs could be secured at Hitachi's Durham site
- Hitachi plans to introduce battery trains in the UK
- Hitachi trains built in Newton Aycliffe enter service in London
- Merchant Park features in the BBC’s Great British Railway