Cold storage provider Magnavale unveiled its £140 million Easton facility, with the investment resulting in a facility with 101,000 frozen pallet spaces.

Magnavale said it was the “largest single cold store ever built in the UK”, and the development “regenerated” a long-standing food production site near Grantham, Lincolnshire. The cold storage warehouse will aim to contribute to the UK’s food security, while “setting a new benchmark” for sustainable food logistics.

This milestone is part of a long-term vision of regeneration for the site, which used to be a McCain Foods production site. The Easton site will become an integrated food production, storage, and distribution hub, supporting manufacturers and retailers with end-to-end cold chain solutions.

Described by Magnavale as “possibly the UK’s first fully renewable-energy-powered cold storage facility”, Magnavale Easton has 101,000 fully automated pallet positions and a high-bay, rack-cad storage design.

Amanda Cogan, chief operating officer of Magnavale, commented: “Magnavale Easton is more than just a storage facility; it is a transformative development for the UK’s food supply chain.

“By integrating renewable energy, advanced automation, and a comprehensive portfolio of value-added services, we are helping our customers cut costs, risk and complexity from their supply chains and contributing sustainable long-term growth and investment into the local Lincolnshire economy.”

In February 2025, the site was granted planning permission for further developments including a biodigester and a large food production facility.