GXO unveils a new warehouse designed for the pharmaceutical sector near Milan
In Caleppio di Settala, in the Milan region of Italy, the service provider GXO Logistics is opening a state-of-the-art 20,000 m² multi-client warehouse in the second quarter to meet the logistics needs of pharmaceutical and biological products. The site has been organized for all storage, distribution, co-packing and returns management activities, also with space for prescription drugs and a quarantine area for Good Manufacturing Practices. The building will be maintained at a controlled and modifiable temperature according to the specificities of the products and activities. “The pharmaceutical and life sciences industry are key growth sectors for GXO, and this new site is a tangible example of the investments we are making to grow”says Richard Cawston, President Europe of GXO.
The location of the warehouse was chosen to make life easier for players in the Italian pharmaceutical/biological sector. Located near the most important roads, it will scrupulously respect the delivery times required by hospitals, clinics, laboratories, pharmacies and wholesalers.
Storer of pharmaceutical products in the respect of the environment
Committed to an ESG approach, GXO was rated “AA” by MSCI in 2021. In this spirit of respect for the environment, the supplier has equipped its new warehouse with LED lighting, solar panels and heat pumps. The building has been specially insulated to reduce temperature differences and reduce energy consumption.