Cogent Technology Ltd
“We needed a building initially in March on a short-term lease in order to respond to an urgent ventilator project for the Cabinet Office. I knew the former Itron building in Felixstowe was empty and ideal as a manufacturing plant for electronics, as they were a client. “I Googled and found that Penn were the agents, so I got in touch with Vanessa during peak lockdown. It was a pleasant surprise to find Vanessa so responsive to our requirements, even with the serious constraints of the lockdown period - whilst the Cogent team were designated as key workers, Penn were not, so it was even more reassuring that they were able to assist us in spite of these obstacles. We had the keys within a week, thanks also to Ellisons Solicitors, which allowed us to press forward with our vital project. “Post-ventilator challenge, with a growing demand from existing clients, we have been working directly with the landlord and Vanessa to secure a longer-term agreement, which will allow Cogent to relocate from Melton to Felixstowe in order to be able to respond to growing demand from our existing medical device clients, in a climate that is seeing a drive towards re-shoring production. “Cogent is currently in the process of concluding agreements formally, with the aim of being fully operational in the Autumn.”Nigel Slator, Managing Director, Cogent Technology Ltd
Yodel
“Penn Commercial took the trouble to listen to what we really needed and became part of the team working towards the solution.”Richard Hall, SJS Property Management on behalf of Yodel
Colliers International
"Penn Commercial were retained by Colliers to market this vacant property and the service has been exceptional. We, and thus MAB, have had outstanding service from Penn Commercial and I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Penn as the 'go to' agent."David Betts, Associate Director, Colliers International
Claydon Business Park
"We have worked with Vanessa and Penn Commercial since for a number of years now. I find them to be an extremely professional, knowledgeable, always happy to give advice on the intricacies of the local property market and technical advice on certain complicated areas. They are always friendly and very attentive team. Vanessa leads by example, and you can see how much she puts into the business, and how the team feed off her enthusiasm and expertise.Lee Maddox, Director, Edward Le Bas Properties Limited
“Personally, we have benefitted from Penn’s professional services in the various lettings at Claydon Business Park, in particular, and I have always been impressed with how they have performed, providing me with the high-quality tenants that I am seeking for this in-demand development. I couldn’t recommend the guys highly enough!”
Peter Colby Commercials
“I have supported Vanessa since she set up the business on her own, over 13 years ago, and Penn is the only agent that I will use in Ipswich and Suffolk. “I am very happy with Vanessa and the team, and they give me the service that I require, in every way. They are helpful, efficient and understand my needs."Peter Colby, Managing Director, Peter Colby Commercials
Suffolk Food Hall
“A pragmatic and determined approach, occasionally with lateral suggestions, has been Penn’s reason for success”.Oliver Paul, Director, Suffolk Food Hall
Brisko Metal Resources
"Penn Commercial were instructed to secure a 5 to 10 acre site for Brisko in relation to their steel stock holding and export business. We identified an 11 acre site at Sproughton and approached the owners. Penn subsequently acquired the site freehold off market from Hanson Premix for Brisko."Vanessa Penn, Managing Director, Penn Commercial
Ipswich Borough Council
"Penn Commercial were appointed Joint Sole agents for the disposal of 2.77 acres of employment land at Ravenswood in Ipswich. We achieved excellent value per acre from the leisure sector for the development of family restaurants and a public house. Penn also acted as joint agents for the freehold disposal of the Malt House, Princes Street, Ipswich."Vanessa Penn, Managing Director, Penn Commercial
Maritime Transport Ltd
"We are very pleased that Penn Commercial have been able to sell our old Head Office building in difficult circumstances. Penn have been very attentive and creative looking at all possible markets and we are very happy with the level of service and professionalism they provided throughout the sale."Alan McNicol, Group Financial Director, Maritime Transport Ltd
Pertwee Estates
“Penn Commercial are an excellent smaller agent that punch well above their weight. Vanessa Penn is pro-active, communicative and full of creative suggestions as to how to maintain momentum in the marketplace. She is supported by a great team that are always willing to do more than they need. We would most certainly recommend them.”Mark Pertwee, Managing Director, Pertwee Estates
Beamish Hub
“Robin’s open-mindedness and ‘outside the box’ attitude made him the obvious choice for marketing Beamish Hub. “The working relationship has been straightforward and timely. Robin has been focussed on helping us find the right tenants for our development and a helpful sounding board throughout the process.”Sarah Ingleby, Beamish Hub
Tramco cambridge Ltd
"It has been an unexpectedly long road, but thank you for all the effort you put into the transaction. It certainly would not have happened without you! With very many thanks."Chris Bartram, Tramco Cambridge Ltd
FW Properties
“Chandlery Developments are delighted with the service of Penn Commercial. “Their proactive approach has secured tenants for the two units at The Chandlery, Deben Wharf, Woodbridge, then sold the investment to Cambridge Commercial Property Ltd, and subsequent freehold investment sales. “In a difficult market, Penn don’t just put the deals together, but more importantly, Paul has worked closely with the investor and the banks on the property valuations, which has proved challenging. This tenacious approach has given us a capital receipt of £575K, and Chandlery Developments are highly delighted. “We would not hesitate to recommend Penn for a first-class service.”Julian Wells, FW Properties
Eskmuir Group
"We have used Penn Commercial in Ipswich for the letting of industrial/trade counter units within our portfolio at Ransomes Europark. We have been pleased with the success rate with lettings thus avoiding long voids and empty rates. We would have no hesitation to recommend Penn for their proactive and prompt service."Ken Jamieson, Asset Manager, Eskmuir Group