Hoogvliet is aiming to be the most attractive omnichannel supermarket in its market. However, the company's logistics capabilities were no longer sufficient to meet that objective. Hoogvliet was looking for a sustainable and cost-effective solution that would improve its service for customers. The solution was found in a new distribution center, with Arcadis providing general program management services.
Why logistics infrastructure is evolving
The logistics sector is undergoing significant transformation. Rising consumer expectations, changing supply chain dynamics, and increased pressure to improve resilience are driving organizations to rethink how goods move through distribution networks. As a result, logistics infrastructure is evolving from a purely operational asset into a strategic enabler of business performance.
For Hoogvliet, environmental awareness and energy efficiency were top of the agenda in the development of the distribution center. This is evident from decisions such as the choice of materials and the construction method, which satisfy the requirements for BREEAM ‘Outstanding’ approval, the highest achievable sustainability class for buildings. The company also invested heavily in facilities for the safety, well-being, and comfort of its employees, as well as in reducing the ecological footprint of the building.
Green measures such as energy-efficient installations, environmentally friendly cooling technology, and 42,000 square meters of solar cells on the roof significantly reduce the energy consumption of the network. Thanks to the highly effective insulation, graywater system, and the exclusion of natural gas as a source of energy, Hoogvliet further reduced the building's impact on nature.
The distribution center, which covers an area of over 72,000 square meters, puts Hoogvliet in an excellent competitive position. The location not only allows for a substantial increase in capacity but also offers room for further expansion in the future and is easily accessible for transport traffic.
The extensive use of mechanization and automation technology also improves logistics processes, reduces lifting, and cuts walking distances for employees. The location is also home to the service center, packaging processing, and the new Hoogvliet butcher. The supermarket now has an attractive distribution center that has been designed for and with the people who work there.
This new DC puts us among the most attractive omnichannel formula chains in our market, with the lowest possible logistics cost structure.
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