Goodman has completed its 13th project for Amazon. As a result, the total warehouse space built for this e-commerce giant over the last eight years has exceeded 1 million sqm in Europe. The newest and most advanced facility for Amazon was built in Bielany Wrocławskie near Wrocław. It is one of the largest standalone logistics facilities in Central and Eastern Europe.
Goodman’s cooperation with Amazon began in 2006 with the construction of a 78,000 sqm distribution center in Leipzig, Germany. Since then, both companies have worked together to support Amazon’s growth in Europe. As part of this partnership, 12 more modern logistics centers have been built in Germany, France, Poland, and the UK. Due to its flexibility in adapting to demanding projects, speed and high quality of construction, and a land bank located in strategic locations, Goodman has become a leading developer for Amazon in Europe.
– Goodman has shown that it is a creative and innovative partner, performing its work even faster and to a higher standard each time. We are very pleased with our choice of Goodman, as there are very few companies on the market that would be able to handle this task – says Tim Collins, Vice President of Operations for Amazon’s European logistics centers.
To continuously raise the standard of its services, Amazon strives to improve the spatial layout, technology, and operational processes in its logistics centers. The company is currently working on the seventh generation of centers, collaborating with Goodman to incorporate the latest trends and innovations in the construction industry and sustainable building into its projects. The modern 123,000 sqm facility near Wrocław represents the latest generation of Amazon distribution centers, which utilize a spatial layout currently used in the company’s warehouses worldwide. This new standard allows Amazon to streamline the construction process of its facilities.
– Our relationship with Amazon is an example of a strong, long-term partnership. Together, we have created a whole new generation of logistics properties that meet the highest expectations of the e-commerce sector, which requires more complex and intelligent solutions as well as high-quality real estate – says Philippe Van der Beken, Managing Director of Goodman for Continental Europe.
Goodman incorporates eco-friendly solutions into its projects, allowing Amazon to fulfill its commitments under the Earth Kaizens program. “Kaizens” is a Japanese term meaning “change for the better.” Modern Goodman buildings for Amazon in Rheinberg, Graben, Pforzheim, and Koblenz have received silver certificates awarded by the German Sustainable Building Council (DGNB). Furthermore, the centers in Bielany Wrocławskie in Poland and Lauwin-Planque in France are applying for BREEAM certification.
Since 2006, Goodman has handed over or built thirteen logistics centers for Amazon in key locations within the Goodman land bank in Europe.