Sixth Street Bows Out, Blackstone Stands Firm
Initially, the takeover attempt had California-based investment firm Sixth Street Partners LLC as a co-bidder. However, Sixth Street has now stepped away from the deal, leaving Blackstone to go it alone.
The timeline of events reveals a relentless pursuit:
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January: Sixth Street approached Warehouse REIT independently.
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February: Sixth Street and Blackstone jointly submitted a takeover bid of £470 million, which was rebuffed.
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February 28: Warehouse REIT rejected the latest proposal, claiming it “materially undervalues” the company and its assets.
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March 4: Sixth Street disclosed details of its independent approach.
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March 5: Sixth Street acquired three U.K. logistics properties—including one leased to Amazon Inc.—through a joint venture, shifting its strategic focus.
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March 31: Deadline for Blackstone to either formalize its offer or walk away under the “put up or shut up” rule governing U.K. takeovers.
What’s Next? A Tense Countdown to March 31
Blackstone has drawn a line in the sand, declaring that its financial terms are final—unless a rival bidder emerges. If no competing offer materializes, the firm must either commit or withdraw by the end of March.
Sixth Street, meanwhile, has confirmed that it has no further interest in pursuing Warehouse REIT, either independently or in a consortium.
The deal’s high-stakes drama underscores the intense competition in the booming logistics real estate sector, where demand for warehouses—especially those linked to e-commerce giants like Amazon—is surging.
Legal counsel details for both sides remain undisclosed, adding yet another layer of intrigue to the unfolding battle.
