Herne Food & Cold Chain Logistics Hub

This logistics operator provides integrated logistics services through a comprehensive global network, offering solutions for procurement and distribution across Europe and worldwide via air and sea freight. The network includes a strong focus on contract logistics and specialized food logistics.

Target Industries

• Food & Beverage: Specialized logistics for food manufacturers and retailers.
• FMCG: Handling of fast-moving consumer goods.
• Retail: Serving the food retail and specialized trade sectors.
• Consumer Goods: Logistics solutions for various consumer products.

Service Portfolio

• Warehousing & Inventory: Comprehensive warehousing services, including storage for FMCG, consumer goods, and food products. Efficient inventory management is supported by advanced IT systems.
• Value-Added Services: Customized value-added services such as display construction and promotional packaging.
• Fulfillment: Europe-wide fulfillment solutions for various industries, including specialized food logistics.
• Distribution & Transport: Efficient land, air, and sea transport solutions. Daily transport of food products and raw materials within Germany and Europe. Management of deliveries to central warehouses for food retail and specialized trade.

This logistics facility in Herne offers a chilled cross-docking area and handling space within a warehouse providing 44,000 pallet positions.

It specializes in food logistics, serving food manufacturers, retailers, and specialized trade in the Münsterland, Ruhrgebiet, Sauer- and Siegerland regions, as well as supra-regional warehouse clients.

Strategic Location & Connectivity

• Highway & Road: Optimal location near Autobahn A42.
• Inland Harbor: Excellent connection to the Rhein-Herne-Kanal.
• Major Sea Ports: Superb connectivity to the ARA ports (Amsterdam, Rotterdam, Antwerp).

Location Advantages

The Herne location provides optimal connectivity for regional and international distribution, particularly for temperature-controlled food products. The facility offers dedicated temperature zones ranging from 2-7 °C for chilled goods, 12-18 °C for cool storage, and ambient conditions, ensuring precise handling for sensitive products.