Logicor Completes Expansion of Walki’s Warehouse Facility, Enhancing Sustainability and Capacity

Logicor Completes Expansion of Walki’s Warehouse Facility, Enhancing Sustainability and Capacity

(IN BRIEF) Logicor, a leading European logistics real estate developer, has finalized the construction of a 10,400 sqm storage facility for Walki Sp. z o.o., a protective packaging manufacturer. This expansion, doubling Walki’s space at Logicor Wrocław II to 21,000 sqm, marks the full development of the strategically positioned logistics park. The project incorporates significant sustainability measures, including natural lighting, increased power capacity, and energy-efficient LED lighting, allowing Walki to save 58% of energy annually. Walki plans to utilize the new space to invest in technology for eco-friendly packaging and implement a circular materials strategy. Logicor’s strategic improvements align with Walki’s growth plans and facilitate future flexibility, with the potential for easy conversion to a production facility. The site’s strategic location and connectivity further enhance its appeal for tenants, supported by Logicor’s partnership with construction firm Pekabex and strategic advisory services.

(PRESS RELEASE) LONDON, 8-Mar-2024— /EuropaWire/ — Logicor, a leading owner, manager and developer of European logistics real estate, successfully completed the construction of a storage facility for protective packaging manufacturer Walki Sp. z o.o. . The development sees Walki take an extra 10,400 sqm, doubling the space it occupies at Logicor Wrocław II, to 21,000 sqm. The completion of the project marks the full development of this strategically located logistics park.

Significant improvements have been made to the warehouse to increase the levels of sustainability. This includes natural lighting of the warehouse, increased power supply capacity of the facility and the highest quality LED lighting with full DALI automation installed.

Walki Sp. z o.o. is a subsidiary of Walki Group Oy, a Finland-based producer of technical laminates and protective packaging materials. The company is a growing international group with operations in 12 different countries, organized in three business areas: Consumer Packaging, Industrial Packaging, and Engineered Materials.

The Wrocław-based facility is one of two Walki Group Oy Polish production plants. The site opened in 2012 and employs 100 people to make wrapping material for the paper industry, as well as barrier lining and flexible packaging material. Walki plans to increase the number of staff it employs by between 50 to 70 people. In the new building, Walki wants to invest in technology that will enable it to make up-to-date ecological packaging and implement the “Transforming materials towards a circular future” strategy.

Walki focuses on extending the product life cycle and embracing resource efficiency by replacing foil with sustainable alternatives.

Several years ago, Walki made a strategic decision to build its presence in Poland. We saw huge growth potential in its consumer and industrial packaging market, and this assumption was right. We constantly look for new ways to expand our business here, hence the new storage facility which – if necessary – can be easily converted into a production plant.”

Bartłomiej Engel, Head of Production Cluster at Walki

In response to Walki’s needs and expansion, we have implemented major improvements in the new warehouse. This includes natural lighting of the warehouse, increased power supply capacity of the facility and a new layout tailored to the functions being performed. This allows a flexible approach to the facility’s functionality which can be easily converted to a production function in the future. The highest quality LED lighting with full DALI automation was installed in the warehouse, saving the customer 58% of energy per year.”

Ernest Ziółkowski, Head of Project Management Cee W Logicor

Logicor Wrocław II is well connected to local and national transport points.  The site is a 15 min drive from Wrocław City Centre, 3 minute drive from the city’s ring road, 300 meters to the nearest bus station, and close to Wrocław Airport. The Park is an established industrial, logistics, and retail area with a mix of tenants.

Poznań-based construction company Pekabex, who Logicor have partnered with previously, was the general contractor.

About Logicor:
Logicor is one of the largest owners and operators of modern logistics and distribution properties in Europe. As at 30 June 2023, we own and manage a portfolio of 594 high-quality properties with a lettable area of over 20 million square meters located in key European logistics markets. Logicor is headquartered in London and Luxembourg.

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SOURCE: Logicor