The £11 million facility is located on a 2.3-acre site has 47,500 square feet of warehousing and 7,500 square feet of office space, and is designed with efficiency and sustainability in mind.
The building has solar panels on the roof and has electric vehicle charging stations for use by DB Schenker vehicles, colleagues and visitors.
It is equipped with an x-ray machine for local airfreight screening, allowing cargo to depart from Manchester Airport.
Aaron Scott, CEO UK & Ireland cluster at DB Schenker, says, “We are pleased to contribute to the economic development of the region, creating job opportunities and fostering growth. Our new facility will not only enhance our operational capabilities but also reinforce our position as a key player in the market. We look forward to the continued success and growth this investment will bring, benefiting both DB Schenker and the wider community.”
Councillor Tom Ross, leader of Trafford Council, adds, “I’m delighted that DB Schenker has chosen Trafford Park for its strategic UK expansion given it is already home to numerous world-famous names across the business sector. We have a strong and thriving business community in Trafford, with great transport links and a skilled workforce making it one of the most successful and economically competitive areas within Greater Manchester. I will look forward to working alongside DB Schenker in the near future.”