Harper Collins Project
- daniellaATS
- May 6
- 2 min read
Warehouse Project: Flexible Rental with Buy-Back Success
In response to increasing distribution demands at their Moss Vale, NSW site, Harper Collins required a reliable and efficient solution for stock storage and streamlined logistics operations. To support this need, Australian Temporary Structures delivered a customised modular warehouse that not only fulfilled operational requirements but also offered long-term flexibility through our structured rental and buy-back program.
Harper Collins Project Overview
Client: Harper Collins Publishers
Location: Moss Vale, New South Wales
Purpose: Distribution centre support – storage and stock management
Structure Dimensions: 20m x 30m with 6.2m side height
Program: Initial 5-year rental with buy-back option activated
Structure Features
20m x 30m Frame with 6.2m Side Height – Provided generous internal clearance for pallet racking, forklift access, and efficient stock movement
Thermo Roof – Offered insulation for improved temperature control, ideal for maintaining the integrity of stored goods
Steel Sheet Walling – Ensured structural durability and added security
One Roller Door – Enabled smooth vehicle access for deliveries and dispatch
Three Personnel Doors – Facilitated internal workflow and improved accessibility for staff
Flexible Rental-to-Ownership Pathway
Originally designed as a five-year rental agreement, the project highlighted the effectiveness of ATS’s Buy-Back Program, an option that gives clients the flexibility to purchase the structure at any point during the rental term.
Under this scheme, 50% of all rental payments are applied to the final purchase price, allowing Harper Collins to convert their temporary structure into a long-term asset without requiring a large upfront investment.
This flexible ownership pathway allowed Harper Collins to:
Assess the structure’s long-term suitability before committing to a purchase
Optimise their capital expenditure across operational growth
Avoid early capital outlay while benefitting from a fully functional warehouse facility
Project Impact and Long-Term Value
The success of this project demonstrates how Australian Temporary Structures rental solutions can evolve with a business’s needs. The structure delivered immediate results in improving storage capacity, easing the burden on core facilities, and streamlining the ingoing and outgoing movement of stock.
The decision to activate the buy-back option validated the durability, functionality, and operational value of the structure, and reinforced ATS’s position as a trusted supplier of scalable and affordable industrial warehouse solutions.
Key Highlights
Rapid deployment helped Harper Collins quickly respond to storage demand
Thermo-insulated and secure modular warehouse fit for daily operations
Buy-back option allowed smooth transition from rental to ownership
ATS’s turnkey service ensured minimal disruption and full functionality from day one
A Smart Storage Investment
This project stands as an example of how temporary structures can provide permanent value, with flexible rental options and modular features that allow clients to tailor facilities to their operational workflows. Whether for short-term capacity or long-term growth, ATS's model empowers businesses like Harper Collins to make strategic, cost-effective decisions without compromising on quality or scalability.
Through this project, Harper Collins successfully transformed a rental into an asset—while continuing to meet the high standards required for national distribution logistics.
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