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New 7R investment near Gdańsk

7R Park Gdańsk V as a Strategic BTS Project for Pepco

Pepco is a European discount chain offering clothing for the entire family, toys, and home products at the lowest prices. The brand’s stores, which are present in over 4,100 locations in 18 European markets, are visited by tens of millions of customers each month. The company employs over 31,000 people in Europe. Pepco is a retail brand belonging to the Pepco Group, which has been listed on the Warsaw Stock Exchange since May 2021.

Pepco utilizes intermodal transport in its logistics operations – the company’s products are transported primarily by land and water, optimizing deliveries directly from distribution centers to stores (last mile). Previously, Pepco had five distribution centers in Europe. The modern facility being developed by 7R in Barniewice near Gdańsk will significantly increase the company’s operational capabilities and contribute to its further expansion.

“This investment marks the creation of the sixth distribution center in the Pepco network and is another step in building a more scalable and resilient logistics base. The new distribution center near Gdańsk will strengthen our logistics capabilities in a strategically important part of Europe, improve the reliability and flexibility of our network, and provide us with a solid platform for further growth,” commented Javier Rubio Fueyo, Pepco Global Sourcing and Supply Chain Director.

7R’s Modern Logistics Center Near Gdańsk

The 7R Park Gdańsk V facility, being built for Pepco, is being built in Barniewice, 2.5 km from the S6 expressway – the Tricity metropolitan bypass – and 18 km from the DTC container terminal in Gdańsk. The proximity of the ports in Gdańsk and Gdynia, as well as Lech Wałęsa Airport with its cargo terminal, located 4 km away, further facilitates international distribution.

The new logistics center, being developed by 7R using the BTS formula, will offer a total of over 51,000 square meters. of functional warehouse space, along with office and staff facilities. The facility will incorporate numerous environmentally friendly solutions that support sustainable development goals and deliver significant energy savings, including photovoltaic panels and LED lighting with a DALI control system. The park will also be equipped with electric vehicle charging stations, and among many solutions tailored specifically to Pepco’s requirements, there will be a separate, dedicated parking lot for employees. All implementations at the facility will enable BREEAM certification at the Excellent level. Mirbud is the general contractor for 7R Park Gdańsk V.

“Access to deepwater seaports, well-developed road and rail infrastructure, and its role as a key intermodal hub in the Baltic Sea region have made Tricity one of the most important logistics hubs supporting trade between Northern Europe and the markets of Central and Eastern Europe. It’s a natural choice for companies that dynamically scale their operations while simultaneously optimizing supply chains. Pepco consistently pursues this strategy, expanding its network with hundreds of new stores across Europe year after year. The facility we are preparing in Tricity is a significant element of this expansion – it is an investment of strategic importance, directly supporting the company’s further operational development. We sincerely thank Pepco for their trust and excellent, partnership-based cooperation at every stage of the project. I am convinced that 7R Park Gdańsk V, as a facility precisely designed to meet the tenant’s needs and expectations, will become a solid foundation for further business successes for this dynamically growing organization,” said Marzena Taube, Leasing & Development Director, North-West Region, 7R.

7R Strengthens Its Presence in the Pomeranian Warehouse Market

Thanks to strong fundamentals and sustained demand, the Pomeranian Voivodeship holds a strong position on the Polish warehouse map, boasting over 1.96 million square meters of modern space. The Tricity region stands out in particular, benefiting from numerous geographic and infrastructural advantages, including access to ports and proximity to Northern and Eastern European markets. 7R has a strong presence in this key distribution and manufacturing location, having developed over 640,000 square meters of industrial space in the region, including 212,000 square meters in Barniewice, its latest warehouse park project.

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