Pepco warehouse

Location

Gyál

Construction period

2019-2020

Floor area

100 000 m2

Total built-up area

270 000 m2

Footprint

130 000 m2

Prefabricated structures

118 000 m3

Number of buildings completed in the complex

30

Category

Industrial facilities

Pepco has built their new distribution centre in Gyál, Pest County, which is one of the largest and most modern warehouse facilities in Hungary, covering more than 100,000 m². Market Építő Zrt., experienced in the construction of logistics and industrial facilities, carried out the construction work. The centre uses modern automated logistics solutions, including a Twin-Tray Sorter system, voice-controlled goods handling and driverless pallet trucks (AGVs). During the design of the building, special attention was paid to energy efficiency and sustainability.

The greenfield project cost was around HUF 27.2 billion and is a major element in the company’s expansion in Central and Eastern Europe. The new warehouse is strategically located to ensure efficient supply to the markets of the Czech Republic, Slovakia, Romania and Bulgaria, in addition to Hungary. The investment has created more than 1,000 new jobs, providing a significant boost to the local economy.

Architectural and construction highlights

The warehouse is made of prefabricated reinforced concrete structures using 350 tonnes of steel.

The hall has recessed loading ramps on the longitudinal elevations to facilitate loading.

Two two-storey office buildings are attached to the hall, with a structural grid of 6x6 m. The eaves heights are 13.24 m and 9.63 m with the internal clear heights of +10.73 m and 2.90 m respectively.

PEPCO is committed to sustainability and has taken a number of measures to reduce their environmental impact, including energy efficient lighting, reduced packaging and the use of recyclable materials.