Prologis to develop 80,000 m[sup]2[/sup] green distribution facility in Zaragoza

Prologis is to develop and lease an 80,000 m² distribution centre in northern Spain to Bosch-Siemens Home Appliances (BSH). The new warehouse will be one of the largest sustainable build-to-suit projects developed by the company in Europe. The sustainable design features and technology includes roof mounted solar panels, rainwarter storage system, energy efficient lighting and direct access to rail.

BSH's new facility will be built in the city of Zaragoza. BSH, which currently operates seven factories and two office locations in Spain, will use the space to distribute its brand-name cooktops, ovens, washing machines, refrigerators, dishwashers and small electrics to its network of retailers throughout southern Europe.

Ranald Hahn, Prologis managing director for southern Europe commented: 'Zaragoza has become a hotspot for distribution for the some of the region’s top consumer products manufacturers and suppliers due to its convenient access to major population centers and multiple modes of transport. The city is also on the forefront of sustainability, with customers increasingly requesting space that is built with minimal impact on the environment.'

'We selected Prologis over the competition based on our previous leasing experience with the company. Their proven ability to reach prescribed objectives, sustainable development expertise and long-term ownership and asset management services provides BSH with continued confidence as we move forward on this important project in Spain,' said Pedro Bueno, director of BSH's logistics operations

This is Prologis' second distribution center in the Zaragoza area; the first, totaling 48,000m² is fully leased to ARC International, a leading tableware supplier. The building, which was completed earlier this year, also features environmental design and construction.