A new European logistics anchor in Luxembourg

 

Global telecommunications giant Vodafone has officially broken ground on its new European logistics center located at the MG Park in Bettembourg, Luxembourg.

 

This state-of-the-art facility is poised to become the central nervous system for Vodafone's logistics operations across the continent, signaling a strong commitment to optimizing its supply chain from a strategically advantageous location.

 

Key features of the Bettembourg hub

 

The expansive center will ultimately span 36,000 square meters. Vodafone will initially occupy 26,000 square meters, leaving 10,000 square meters available. This offers potential for future expansion for Vodafone or opportunities for other companies to locate adjacent to a major international logistics operator. The total investment for the project is significant, reaching 88 million euros.

 

Expected to be completed in 2026, the hub will integrate advanced automation for storage and inventory management, supported by an initial team of around 25 employees. The decision to locate in Bettembourg was made after a detailed logistics analysis, underscoring the site's suitability for European distribution.

 

Luxembourg: a strategic choice for European distribution

 

Luxembourg's selection as the site for this critical hub reinforces its position as a prime location for European logistics and distribution centers. The land in Bettembourg is state-owned and has been leased to Vodafone for 30 years under terms designed to support economic growth. Vodafone, already present in Luxembourg for 25 years with a significant purchasing center in Luxembourg-ville employing 400 people, further solidifies its footprint and long-term commitment to the country with this new investment.

 

Opportunities for businesses

 

The establishment of a major logistics hub by a company like Vodafone can have a positive impact on the surrounding industrial real estate market. It demonstrates the viability and advantages of locating in Luxembourg for pan-European operations and potentially attracts complementary businesses or service providers to the area.

 

For companies seeking warehouse space or looking to establish a distribution base in a central European location, developments like this highlight the strategic benefits and available infrastructure in Luxembourg, particularly within established logistics parks like MG Park Bettembourg.

 

Source: infos.rtl.lu