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That’s the Wrap: OBI’s Take October 2026
11 November 2026Let’s do this thing! Big push to the end of 2026. Some Oct highlights: Corporate deal of the month: BGF exited Mission Mars, which since its initial investment in 2018 has grown from 2 sites to 44, with Rudy’s and Albert’s Schloss powerhouse brands. We’ve worked with BGF on their Marsden St move and see […]
That’s the Wrap: OBI’s Take September 2026
07 October 2026Lots going on, as ever. Here’s September’s monthly wrap: Business of the month: Montirex surged to a 79% increase in turnover to around £130m and are targeting more European expansion. Like Castore, they seem to have found what works. New names, keeping the strong tradition of North West sports brands at the forefront. One to […]
OBI restores landmark Grade I listed building to distinguished heritage
21 September 2026Manchester, July 2026: Multi-disciplinary property consultancy, OBI, has successfully completed a complex programme of refurbishment works at 82 King Street, the former 1800s Bank of England building. The building was designated Grade I on 25th February 1952, placing it among the most significant historic buildings in England, as only around 2.5% of listed buildings are Grade I. […]