New logistics space for the region: DHL Supply Chain building carbon-neutral logistics center in Rheinbach

"With the new facility at the Rheinbach site, we are reacting to the growing demand for flexible and efficient logistics space and making a targeted investment in the performance capability of the Rhineland economic region," says Katrin Hoelter, Chief Executive Officer DHL Supply Chain Germany & Alps. "Today, companies need flexible, scalable logistics space that enables growth while at the same time offering short routes to the most important domestic and European markets. That is exactly what our Rheinbach site is designed for. The site makes our customers' supply chains less susceptible to disruptions while creating the conditions for efficient and climate-friendly logistics that are increasingly becoming a competitive factor."

The new DHL facility is being built according to the "Gold Standard" of the German Sustainable Building Council (DGNB) and is equipped with state-of-the-art energy and building technology, including a 1.0 MWp photovoltaic system, a 229 kW battery storage system, efficient heat pumps and energy-optimized LED lighting. Furthermore, the facility space has been designed using a modular approach, and can be used for conventional warehouse processes, e commerce fulfillment or automated solutions depending on customer needs. DHL is thus creating additional capacities for companies from a wide variety of industries and helping to make their logistics more flexible and scalable while reducing emissions - key considerations for modern, future-oriented supply chains.

"For years, we have seen high demand in the region for modern logistics space," says Marie Schaefer, Business Unit Director West DHL Supply Chain Germany & Alps. "Rheinbach closes an important gap in the market. The direct connection to the A61 motorway and close proximity to Cologne/Bonn and Dusseldorf airports considerably reduce transport times for our customers and thus bring their product inventories closer to key European sales markets. Due to its proximity to DHL's networks and Duisburg harbor, furthermore, the site is integrated into key transport corridors - an advantage for companies focusing on short delivery times and rapid, flexible order processing."

The town of Rheinbach also anticipates considerable stimulus for the regional economy. "DHL Supply Chain's decision to locate here is another significant milestone in the ongoing development of the Wolbersacker business park and underscores Rheinbach's appeal to companies from a wide range of industries, thanks to its outstanding location profile. DHL Supply Chain is not only setting new benchmarks in modern, sustainable construction; it is also creating additional jobs and strengthening the regional economy," says Rheinbach's mayor Dr. Daniel Phiesel.

DHL Supply Chain has already held the topping out ceremony for the new facility. Representatives from the town of Rheinbach and the regional business community emphasized the importance of the project for the town's development and for strengthening the region's logistics infrastructure. Guests at the ceremony included Katrin Hoelter, CEO DHL Supply Chain Germany & Alps, Marie Schaefer, Business Unit Director West DHL Supply Chain Germany & Alps, and Mayor Dr. Daniel Phiesel.