UL Solutions Basingstoke Boosts Staff Attendance with Premium On-Site Gym
Introduction
When UL Solutions expanded their Basingstoke premises, they recognised that creating an exceptional workplace for their 200 staff meant investing in employee wellbeing. The global safety science leader partnered with Fit Hire to create a premium on-site gym featuring Star Trac equipment with WiFi-embedded cardio machines offering video, apps, and online training programmes. Since installation in May 2025, staff attendance has risen and the company's wellbeing targets have become more achievable.
The story of UL Solutions
UL Solutions is a global leader in applied safety science, operating in over 100 countries with approximately 13,000 employees worldwide. The company transforms safety, security, and sustainability challenges into business opportunities, delivering testing, inspection, and certification services alongside software products and advisory offerings.
The Basingstoke facility serves as a key UK operations centre, housing 200 professionals who contribute to the company's mission of working for a safer world. When planning their premises expansion, leadership recognised that attracting top talent required a workplace environment that actively supported employee health and wellbeing.
The challenge of encouraging office-based working after expansion
Following their expansion, UL Solutions faced the challenge of maximising their increased office space whilst encouraging staff to choose office-based working. With employees adapted to flexible working, the company needed compelling reasons for staff to engage with the physical workplace whilst supporting organisational wellbeing goals.
Why UL Solutions chose Fit Hire
UL Solutions selected Fit Hire for several compelling reasons:
Fit Hire's expertise in corporate gym installations meant they understood workplace fitness facility requirements, including space optimisation and equipment durability for multi-user environments.
The Star Trac equipment recommendation aligned with UL Solutions' commitment to quality. Star Trac delivers cutting-edge gym equipment combining user-focused design, entertainment integration, and commercial-grade durability.
The WiFi-embedded cardio machines with video content, fitness apps, and online training programmes would provide employees with engaging, personalised workout experiences rivalling premium commercial gyms.
How UL Solutions Implemented Their Staff Gym
Working with Fit Hire's design team, UL Solutions created a state-of-the-art fitness facility featuring Star Trac equipment designed for their 200-strong workforce. The WiFi-enabled cardio machines included integrated entertainment systems with streaming video, fitness applications, and comprehensive online training programmes.
The embedded consoles offer new user interface design, Star Trac 20 HIIT Programming, RunTV and web-based media access. With HDMI streaming, Bluetooth connectivity and TV tuner options, there's something for every user regardless of fitness level.
The Results
Since May 2025, UL Solutions has experienced remarkable improvements:
✔️ Increased office attendance with staff citing the gym as a key factor
✔️ Enhanced wellbeing outcomes with company targets becoming more achievable
✔️ Positive employee feedback particularly for the advanced technology features
✔️ Organisational interest from other UK sites considering similar installations
The technology-rich environment has been particularly successful, with employees embracing integrated entertainment and training features across all fitness levels.
Enhance Your Workplace with Fit Hire
Looking to boost employee satisfaction whilst encouraging office collaboration? UL Solutions demonstrates how a well-designed staff gym delivers measurable benefits across attendance, wellbeing, and engagement.
With over 20 years of experience in corporate installations, Fit Hire creates fitness facilities that complement workplace culture whilst achieving business objectives.
Contact our team today on 01730 825050 or email mail@fithire.com. Quote reference 'UL Solutions Basingstoke' when enquiring.
Learn more at www.fithire.com/gym-design#corporate-gym-design.
