Logistics real estate
Sustainable logistics centers in times of crisis
With its Multicube concept, which the Pfenning Group has been pursuing for over twelve years, the company aims to set standards in terms of sustainable construction methods for logistics properties. The latest construction of the Multicube Osthessen in Ludwigsau near Bad Hersfeld represents a further development of this concept.
approach. In view of the gas crisis triggered by the war in Ukraine, Pfenning has decided to make its operations completely independent of fossil fuels.
In times of increasing environmental awareness, the sustainable orientation of logistics centers is gaining in importance. Especially in times of crisis, this can become a decisive factor for profitability. Attention was already paid to ecological sustainability during the construction phase of the Multicube Osthessen. Resource-conserving materials, the least possible impact on the local flora and fauna and the use of environmentally friendly building materials were at the forefront. The construction method also aims to minimize the ecological footprint of the project while being economically efficient.
Energy efficiency in operations and technological innovations
The logistics center uses a variety of sustainable technologies. A photovoltaic system with almost 24,000 solar modules on 50,000 square meters of roof surface produces green electricity and saves around 5,000 tonsof CO2 annually. 32 air-to-air heat pumps provide heating and cooling for the buildings, powered by sustainable electricity, and ensure independence from fossil fuels. The central location of the Multicube Osthessen in the middle of Germany reduces transport kilometers and thusCO2 emissions considerably.
AGVs and drones for more efficient warehouse processes
Innovative technologies were implemented for anchor customer Nestlé Germany: Automatic Guided Vehicles (AGV) transport pallets fully automatically in the narrow-aisle warehouse. This increases efficiency and reduces energy consumption. Drones take over inventory management by scanning goods codes on the 14-metre-high shelves and transmitting data directly to the digital warehouse system. These technologies reduce manual effort and speed up warehouse processes considerably.
The introduction of the new European pallet standard EUL1 also enables more efficient utilization of transport vehicles. Thanks to their height of 1.20 meters, the pallets can be stacked in 2.60 meter high trucks, which optimizes the use of space in the truck and reduces the number of trips required.
Also in focus: flora, fauna and people
The outdoor area of the Multicube Osthessen was also designed with the environment in mind. Planted fruit trees and deadwood areas promote local biodiversity. Nesting sites for kestrels and songbirds, an insect hotel and a pond for the resident beavers round off the sustainable design of the outdoor area. These measures create an ecologically valuable environment and provide a habitat for native animals.
Special attention is paid to the needs of employees and truck drivers. Electric charging facilities for e-bikes and e-vehicles, sanitary facilities in each hall section and sufficient parking spaces with sanitary facilities for external truck drivers significantly improve working conditions. These social measures are an integral part of the overall concept and contribute to the well-being of employees and suppliers.
Economic and ecological advantages
The implementation of green logistics offers ecological and economic benefits. Companies that act sustainably reduce their operating costs through energy savings and increase process efficiency. Customers and partners also prefer companies that act accordingly and minimize their ecological footprint. The use of modern technologies, the reduction of transport routes and the promotion of biodiversity are key measures with which Pfenning has thus designed the Multicube Osthessen as a sustainable logistics property.
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