The investment aims to meet the growing demand for transshipment services in the Silesia region. For many companies, this is a key region for domestic distribution and international distribution to the markets of the Czech Republic, Slovakia, and Hungary.
– The great potential of Silesia means that our demand for warehouse and office space in this region is constantly growing. We chose the location in such a way that there would be a possibility for further expansion of the logistics space by another 3,500 sq m in the future. This was an important factor for us due to plans to increase transshipment potential in the area of domestic and international general cargo and to increase the ability to provide outsourcing services, including securing goods in containers, i.e., so-called stuffing – said Artur Pohl, Director of the Mysłowice branch.
An additional reason for building the cross-dock terminal is the intensification of efforts to increase the company’s market share in sea, air, and intermodal freight. The optimal distance from the Pyrzowice airport, which the operator plans to treat strategically in the context of air freight in the future, is of key importance. Construction of the logistics center in Czeladź began in September. The agreement with the developer includes the creation of a modern facility with an area of over 12,500 sq m, which will include: a logistics warehouse (4,500 sq m), a transshipment terminal (4,000 sq m), and offices with a total area of 640 sq m. Current clients will be moved to the new terminal in April next year. Talks are already underway to acquire clients for the additional 3,500 sq m.
– This is the next expansion of the facility and its specialization in the last three years. We started with a warehouse in Tychy with an area of 1,670 sq m; currently, its area is close to 8,500 sq m and corresponds to our development potential. We use our competitive advantages and market niches for further expansion. Of course, we appreciate the location of the branch in the economic center of Poland. We want to continue to effectively take advantage of this obvious fact – explains Artur Pohl, Director of the Mysłowice branch.
The Silesian branch of ROHLIG SUUS Logistics already employs over 100 people. Launching further services, including temperature-controlled transport, and moving to the new headquarters in Czeladź opens up further opportunities for expansion in the region.