Press releases,
2007-07-06
Construction begins on New Logistics Center
Pile-driving work in Industriepark Höchst
Construction has begun on the New Logistics Center (NLC) in Industriepark Höchst. Infraserv Höchst and its subsidiary Infraserv Logistics are erecting a state-of-the-art high-bay warehouse in the southern section of the industrial park. It will replace several of the old storage buildings and greatly streamline the logistics processes. A total of EUR 44 million is being invested in the New Logistics Center with its some 70,000 pallet positions.
The regulator in charge of the permitting process, the Darmstadt Regional Council, has allowed construction to begin early in accordance with § 8a of the Federal Immissions-Control Act. Foundation and exterior work can thus begin before the final building permit is issued.
The New Logistics Center consists of two warehouse units that are connected through a materials-handling hall. The individual buildings will rest on piles driven 12 to 15 meters into the earth. This process requires special pile-driving equipment and may result in a certain amount of noise disturbance. Work will begin on the foundations in the next several days and will be carried out in stages until mid-August during the allowed times (Monday to Saturday, 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.). Infraserv Höchst appreciates the cooperation of all residents affected by the work.
Infraserv Höchst operates advanced technical infrastructure for the chemical, pharmaceutical and related process industries. It is the Frankfurt-based operator of Industriepark Höchst. Infraserv GmbH & Höchst KG supplies companies with energies and media, disposes of various wastes, and provides business space and infrastructure. Its service portfolio ranges from environmental, security and safety service all the way to health products, communication and IT. It also offers logistics services as well as training and continuing education. The wholly owned subsidiaries of the Infraserv Höchst Group include Infraserv Logistics, Provadis and Technion.
Infraserv GmbH & Co. Höchst KG has 1,900 employees and 128 trainees on its payrolls. The Infraserv Höchst Group has 2,700 employees and 159 trainees. In 2009, Infraserv Höchst and its subsidiaries generated just over € 1 billion in revenues.
The Industriepark Höchst is home to some 90 companies in pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, basic and specialty chemicals, crop protection, food additives and services. Some 22,000 people come to work at the Industriepark Höchst. The site covers 460 hectares (1,375 acres); 50 hectares are still available for use. The companies in the Industrial Park invested just over € 600 million in the site in 2007.
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Infraserv Höchst
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