Amazon Distribution Centre, Hamburg, Germany

GLP Europe (previously Gazeley) was able to provide a 130,000 sqm state-of-the-art e-commerce facility to Amazon with 6 months after the customer’s decision to proceed.

Customer's Key Challenges:

Amazon needed a 130,000 sqm logistics facility in the Hamburg area for distribution across Northern Europe
Start of operations needed to be no later than September 2017 for peak season fulfilment activities
Implementation of conveyor and robotics systems

GLP Solutions:

Ideal location for e-commerce distribution in Hamburg Logistics Park 1
Speculative start of phase 1 of Hamburg logistics park on an existing plot of land
Fast-track construction timeline allowing for a delivery of phase 1 within 6 months after Amazon’s decision to proceed
Additional sprinkler systems and a virtual firewall to ensure seamless implementation of conveyor and robotics systems
Sustainable building – DGNB Gold certification
LED lighting across the warehouse
High architectural standards for a harmonious integration into the local environment

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Amazon Distribution Centre, Hamburg, Germany

Amazon Distribution Centre, Hamburg, Germany

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