Science park development to expand research space

The Daubeny Project is a 450,000 sq ft (41,806 sq m) commercial life science development

A science and technology park has started construction of three new advanced laboratory and office buildings.

The Daubeny Project is a 450,000 sq ft (41,806 sq m) commercial life science development and the latest addition to The Oxford Science Park.

A spokesperson for the park said each of the three buildings would offer "enhanced lab infrastructure" and "the capacity for up to 70% wet or dry labs on every floor".

The site, which is majority owned by Oxford University's Magdalen College, is home to 3,350 people and about 100 businesses.

A spokesperson said landscaped grounds would aim to connect the new development with the surrounding area

The development is expected to complete in 2026, providing an enhanced space for the current occupiers as well as new science companies.

A spokesperson said landscaped grounds would aim to connect the new development with the surrounding area.

Air source heat pumps and cutting edge ventilation would support carbon reduction and utilise renewable energy sources, they added.

The planned development also includes a ground-level parking parking area, as well as 537 cycle spaces.

Park chief executive Rory Maw said it would provide "much needed, high quality lab space for companies delivering scientific and technological advancement in the UK".

"Having recently completed the development of The Iversen Building, and with construction of The Ellison Institute under way, The Oxford Science Park is confirming its status as one of Europe’s leading destinations for science and innovation," he added.