AV Dawson unveils plans for new head office

Middlesbrough-based freight logistics specialist AV Dawson has unveiled plans for new head office facility at its Port of Middlesbrough site.The new 24,000 sq ft office development forms part of a £10m, three-year masterplan recently announced for its recently rebranded Port of Middlesbrough facility.The building has been designed with full glass frontage and rooftop terraces with views over the River Tees, while the interiors will feature open plan office spaces with colleague break out areas, a gym, private meeting spaces, co-working areas, and training rooms.Located on the top floor will be a conferencing facility and meeting area, with capacity to seat up to 130 guests. The remainder of the top floor will be reserved for a large colleague entertainment area with music room, games area, kitchen, bar and relaxation spaces. Both areas will open on to two large terraces incorporating outdoor entertainment spaces.AV Dawson has appointed C A Ross Designs to design the main structure of the building and Cocoon and Bauer for the interior design.AV Dawson’s new head office is expected to open in summer 2021.