ROCKWOOL gains planning approval for new facility in the West Midlands

ROCKWOOL has reported that Birmingham City Council has approved its Section 73 planning application for a new manufacturing site at the Peddimore development, located northeast of Birmingham, United Kingdom.

The company said it will now progress towards submitting a Reserved Matters application later in 2025 or early 2026, providing detailed plans for the site’s design.

According to ROCKWOOL, if subsequent approvals are granted, construction of the facility could begin in 2026, with operational activities scheduled to commence in 2029.

Proposed facility to support employment and sustainability targets

ROCKWOOL explained that the Peddimore manufacturing facility would be its second production site in the United Kingdom, complementing its existing operations in South Wales.

The manufacturer stated that the development would support hundreds of construction roles during the build phase and create permanent skilled jobs once operational.

ROCKWOOL added that the facility is intended to enhance supply capacity for customers in the United Kingdom and the Republic of Ireland, as well as contribute to the company’s wider sustainability objectives.

Community engagement process underway

ROCKWOOL reported that it launched the first phase of a community engagement programme following the announcement of the Peddimore project in November 2024.

The company explained that it has provided local residents with information on the proposed facility and has collected feedback for consideration during the next stages of planning.

ROCKWOOL stated that a second phase of community engagement is planned once detailed designs are available, with updates to be posted at www.rockwool.com/uk/peddimore.

Statement from ROCKWOOL’s Managing Director for UK and Ireland

Nick Wilson, Managing Director of ROCKWOOL UK and Ireland, said: “We are very pleased to have received approval for our Section 73 application and look forward to developing the plans further and sharing them with the community in the months ahead.”

Wilson added: “We are grateful to everyone who took the time to provide feedback on our initial plans, which we will be considering as we progress.”

Wilson continued: “The West Midlands has a skilled, local workforce, a strong manufacturing tradition, and excellent transport links, so we believe the Peddimore site is an ideal location for us to expand our business and bolster our service to customers across the UK and Ireland.”

ROCKWOOL secures planning consent for West Midlands manufacturing expansion: Summary

ROCKWOOL has received approval from Birmingham City Council for its Section 73 planning application at the Peddimore site.

The company plans to submit a Reserved Matters application in late 2025 or early 2026.

Construction could begin in 2026 if further approvals are granted.

The facility is scheduled to become operational in 2029.

ROCKWOOL stated that the development would create construction jobs and permanent skilled roles.

The company explained that the site would serve customers in the United Kingdom and the Republic of Ireland.

ROCKWOOL launched a first phase of community engagement in November 2024.

A second phase of engagement will take place once detailed designs are available.

Nick Wilson, Managing Director of ROCKWOOL UK and Ireland, expressed appreciation for community feedback.

Further updates on the project will be posted at www.rockwool.com/uk/peddimore.