Kuehne+Nagel and LEGO Unveil State-of-the-Art Distribution Center in Australia, Advancing Sustainable Supply Chain Solutions

Kuehne+Nagel and LEGO Unveil State-of-the-Art Distribution Center in Australia, Advancing Sustainable Supply Chain Solutions

(IN BRIEF) Kuehne+Nagel and the LEGO Group have inaugurated a new distribution center in Truganina, Victoria, to enhance supply chain operations across Australia and New Zealand. This facility spans 26,500 square meters and can store up to 26,000 pallets, catering to both B2B and B2C markets. Equipped with advanced automation and sustainable features, the center includes carton-reducing technology and a dual 100kW solar panel system to minimize environmental impact. It has received a 5-star Green Star Rating for its commitment to sustainable practices. Both companies see this partnership as a crucial step in LEGO’s expansion efforts in Australia.

(PRESS RELEASE) SCHINDELLEGI, 4-Oct-2024 — /EuropaWire/ — In a significant move to enhance supply chain operations across Australia and New Zealand, the LEGO Group, renowned as the largest toy manufacturer globally, has officially opened a new distribution center in Truganina, Victoria. This expansion marks a deeper collaboration with Kuehne+Nagel, a leader in logistics solutions.

Spanning an impressive 26,500 square meters, the newly established facility boasts a storage capacity of 26,000 pallets, effectively catering to LEGO’s growing demands in both Business-to-Business (B2B) and Business-to-Consumer (B2C) markets. The distribution center is outfitted with advanced automation technologies aimed at streamlining operations while prioritizing sustainability. Among its features is innovative carton-reducing technology that minimizes packaging waste, demonstrating a commitment to environmental responsibility.

The facility also integrates a robust dual 100kW solar panel system, which not only reduces electricity consumption but also enables the center to contribute surplus energy back to the grid. Furthermore, water-saving technologies are implemented for both on-site facilities and irrigation of surrounding greenery. The center’s commitment to sustainable building practices is recognized with a prestigious 5-star Green Star Rating, an accolade awarded by the Green Building Council of Australia (GBCA).

Troy Taylor, Vice President & General Manager for LEGO Australia, expressed enthusiasm about the partnership with Kuehne+Nagel, stating, “We are thrilled to have Kuehne+Nagel as our logistics partner in Australia. This state-of-the-art distribution center in Truganina will facilitate our ongoing expansion efforts in this vital market, allowing us to reach more children and adults with our beloved LEGO bricks.”

Francis Murugan, Managing Director for Kuehne+Nagel Australia, highlighted the significance of the project, saying, “This new center exemplifies our growth strategy and commitment to enhancing our distribution model in the Pacific. More than just a fulfillment center, it serves as a hub of efficiency, innovation, and sustainability, equipped with cutting-edge technologies and environmentally friendly practices.”

This collaboration not only aims to streamline operations for LEGO but also underscores a shared vision for sustainable logistics in the region.

About Kuehne+Nagel

With over 80,000 employees at almost 1,300 sites in close to 100 countries, the Kuehne+Nagel Group is one of the world’s leading logistics providers. Headquartered in Switzerland, Kuehne+Nagel is listed in the Swiss blue-chip stock market index, the SMI. The Group is the global number one in air and sea logistics and has strong market positions in road and contract logistics.

Kuehne+Nagel is the logistics partner of choice for 400,000 customers worldwide. Using its global network, logistics expertise and data-based insights, the Group provides end-to-end supply chain solutions for global companies and industries. As a member of the Science Based Target Initiative (SBTi), Kuehne+Nagel is committed to sustainable logistics by reducing its own environmental footprint and by supporting its customers with low-carbon logistics solutions.

Media Contacts:

Marco de Angeli
Contract Logistics, Integrated
Logistics Communications
Phone: +39 33-5130-2216
Email: marco.deangeli@kuehne-nagel.com

Yu Miguchi
Communications Manager
Japan, Korea and Pacific
Phone: +81 50-1790-9430
Email: yu.miguchi@kuehne-nagel.com

SOURCE: Kuehne+Nagel