Industry News

Krispy Kreme, based in Winston-Salem, N.C., is expanding with a new mix and distribution center in Effingham, Ill. The $30 million facility will total 187,000 sf, with 116,000 sf allocated for distribution space and 47,000 sf of blending and packing space. In addition to 180 stores spread throughout 22 states, Krispy Kreme is considering expansion overseas in Asia and Europe.

Astrolink International LLC is planning a new 80,000-sf telecommunications Network Operations Center at the Innovation @ Prince William site in Manassas. Scheduled to begin in August 2001, the $205 million project will function as a global telecommunication network providing state-of-the-art satellite technology. Service will be initiated in the second quarter of 2003.

Abgenix has acquired 72,000-sf of research and development space adjacent to its headquarters in Ardenwood Corporate Park in Fremont. This expansion of Abgenix's R&D space will provide facilities for developing antibody therapeutic products.

The Franklin W. Olin College of Engineering has selected Space Plan Interiors as interior designer for its 70-acre Needham campus. Slated for completion in early 2002, four buildings totalling 300,000-sf will be programmed, designed, and furnished by Space Plan Interiors.

The La Jolla Institute of Allergy and Immunology contracted Bilbro Construction Co. for remodeling and tenant improvement of 1,500 sf in an occupied biomedical lab facility. The $250,000 project was designed by Architects Delawie Wilkes Rodriguez Barker and engineered by TKG Consulting Engineers.