Archive: Mar 2018

  1. Online sports betting specialist moves to Queens House

    OBI Property has announced Moneta Communications is taking the second floor of Queens House (3,226 sq ft) on a five year lease at £20 per sq ft.

    Moneta Communications is one of the UK’s leading sports betting affiliates operating specialist websites across a number of sports. The relocation from Steam Packet House is to provide additional space allowing them to deliver their growth plans.

    Danny Campbell, Managing Director of Moneta Communications said: “The move to Queens House provides us with much needed space for our growing team and to continue the development of The Sportsman. It was important to us to find a characterful space and stay in the heart of the city centre close to all the amenities and transport links. Queens House fits that bill completely and we’re looking taking the business forward here.”

    Andrew Cowell, transactions and asset management, OBI Property said: “Moneta Communications will be a great occupier sitting alongside the other digital and creative businesses that have relocated to the building. There is only one floor remaining and we are looking forward to getting the building fully let.”

    This news was published by Insider Media and Manchester Evening News.

  2. Ticket event search firm TickX grow into Tower 12

    OBI Property has announced event ticket search business TickX will be moving its HQ into 3,027 sq ft in Tower 12, Spinningfields, Manchester.

    The company, which just over twelve months ago famously turned down offers of investment from three of the Dragons on BBC TV programme Dragons Den has just announced a Series A funding round of £3 million, led by BGF Ventures. They will be moving into the larger premises from its current location at the Hive on Lever Street due to its planned growth.

    Founded in 2015 by Steve Pearce and Sam Coley, TickX brings together events from 50+ ticket sellers, including Ticketmaster, Headout and Skiddle, into one place, so users can compare prices and get the best deal for their night out. The company recently launched its service in Spain and Ireland and has plans to further grow internationally, as well as expanding its UK HQ and operation.

    Steve Pearce, founder, TickX said: “We’ve enjoyed our time in the Northern Quarter and the space has worked brilliantly for us but because TickX is expanding so quickly we decided to move into workspace where we can start to create our own environment.  Tower 12 fits the bill perfectly as we continue to grow and become the one-stop global destination for entertainment-lovers across the world looking for the best tickets. It was a great experience working with OBI Property, helping to save us both time and money.”

    Andrew Cowell, transactions and asset management, OBI Property said: “TickX is a fantastic success story and shows how home grown tech based businesses, operating internationally are thriving and growing in Manchester and importantly we have the quality workspace to offer them.”

    This news was published by The Business Desk, Insider Media and Manchester Evening News.