Advancing logistics capabilities in Roeselare
EUTRACO, a prominent 3PL provider in Belgium, has announced a significant investment in its distribution center located in Krommebeek, Roeselare. Partnering with automation specialist Körber Supply Chain, EUTRACO is implementing a state-of-the-art, fully automated warehouse system. This move is set to enhance the logistics infrastructure available in Roeselare, a key location for businesses needing efficient supply chain operations.
What the automation means for businesses
For businesses looking to leverage 3PL services or evaluating locations for their own facilities, this automation project in Roeselare is highly relevant. The solution from Körber covers complete pallet handling automation, from inbound unloading to storage and outbound loading. By using Rail Guided Vehicles (RGVs) and multi-deep shuttles, the system achieves high throughput while maximizing storage density. This means:
- Increased Speed and Reliability: Automated systems process goods faster and with greater accuracy, leading to quicker order fulfillment and reduced errors.
- Higher Throughput Capacity: The design is built to handle large volumes efficiently, accommodating growing business needs.
- Optimized Space Utilization: High-density storage allows for more goods to be stored in a given area, which can be cost-effective.
- Enhanced Scalability: The modular nature of the Körber solution means the system can adapt to future growth and changing demands.
Serge Gregoir, CEO of EUTRACO, highlighted the strategic importance: "At EUTRACO, our priority is to continuously improve service speed, reliability and operational scalability for our customers. With growing volumes and increasing complexity in logistics, we needed a solution that supports high throughput, optimizes space utilization and future-proofs our processes."
Roeselare as a hub for future-proof logistics
This investment underscores Roeselare's position as a vital logistics hub. The availability of advanced, automated warehousing services makes the region more attractive to companies requiring sophisticated supply chain support. Filip Van den Broeke, Manager BeNeLux at Körber Supply Chain, noted the trend: "This project shows what is possible when a 3PL like EUTRACO is ready to push the boundaries of automation. They came to us with clear goals... and we delivered a solution that met all those requirements. What makes this project especially interesting for us is that it also reflects Körber's strong dynamics in the Benelux, where more and more companies are looking for smart, future-proof warehouse systems."
Choosing Körber was influenced by factors like competitive pricing per pallet, proven technology, and the system's flexibility and fast response times – critical for dynamic 3PL environments. This development in Roeselare demonstrates how cutting-edge technology is being deployed to meet the evolving needs of logistics, offering businesses in the area access to some of the most efficient warehousing capabilities available.
Source: warehouselogistiek.eu
