International parking company Q-Park has won the bid to take over 14 car parks in the heart of London. Q-Park has been granted the 25-year lease by Westminster City Council, beating strong competition from across Europe.

The company has committed to investing £10 mln (EUR 12 mln) in an extensive refurbishment programme. Q-Park will take over operation of the car parks on 1 February 2011.

The 14 car parks which provide 4,200 car parking spaces and 900 motorcycle bays serve multiple customer groups with different business, residential, retail and leisure needs.

Ward Vleugels, CEO of Q-Park: 'We are delighted to be entrusted by the Westminster Council to provide a number of quality car parks across central London. This new partnership will enrich the parking experience of residents and visitors by offering quality facilities in a customer focused environment.'