Royal Quays outlet centre in Newcastle is 100% let. Sports chain Nike has expanded into a 5,000 sq ft shop on a 10-year lease at £76,750 a year.

Brand Fusion, DSL selling Diesel, Fila, Bijoux, Costa Coffee and Billabong have also signed recently, at rents of more than £20/sq ft plus turnover. WD was appointed asset manager in September 2006. Sanderson Weatherall and Brian Oakwell & Co are the letting agents.

http://www.propertyweek.com, 20.06.2008