Dachser increases warehouse capacity in Leipzig

Leipzig , Germany: Dachser us increasing its warehouse capacity in the Leipzig-Halle area with a new warehouse. It will have 25,000 pallet spaces and go into operation at the beginning of 2025.

The multi-user warehouse, which is currently under construction, is located in the Landsberg industrial park, will store industrial and consumer goods as well as food. Logistics services will be provided, such as order picking or special value-added services.

The building has three temperature zones and is suitable for products that need to be stored between +2 and +7 degrees in the fresh food area, but also between +12 and +18 degrees or at room temperature.

“We have been a reliable logistics partner for over 30 years, for example for the chocolate and confectionery industry in the region,” says Matthias Ziegenhagen, general manager of the Leipzig/Halle Logistics Center in Landsberg. “Our long-standing customers from this segment value our logistics expertise in handling their products. The proportion of our stored goods from the chocolate sector is around 30%.”

The new warehouse is being built in accordance with the latest safety and environmental standards and is equipped with a rooftop photovoltaic system.Driverless transport vehicles for full-pallet movements are in use, and the facility also has LED lighting and connections for charging trucks and electric cars.

“By expanding our logistics center with the new warehouse, we are contributing to regional economic development and also creating new jobs in the region,” says Ziegenhagen.