At NDQ, we are dedicated to making transformative changes within our industry. Our brand-new, state-of-the-art warehouse is a testament to this mission. Located in the port of Zeebrugge, Belgium, our 12,000 m² facility is not just a cargo transit hub – it symbolises NDQ’s commitment to efficiency and sustainability. As experts in future-proof logistics practices, we are proud to showcase six key features of our warehouse that actively contribute to your long-term sustainability goals.
For manufacturers with direct railway access at or near their production facilities, our rail-connected warehouse is a true game-changer. Rail transport is significantly more environmentally friendly than long-haul trucking. By shifting from road to rail, we can dramatically reduce carbon emissions. Our drive-in covered rail access ensures the safe unloading and cross-docking of even the most fragile goods, promoting a greener mode of transportation across Europe.
Our headquarters and warehouse are strategically located in the Belgian port of Zeebrugge, a major hub for roll-on/roll-off (RORO) shipping lines to and from the UK & Ireland. This location offers a wide range of destination across the North Sea, allowing you to ship your goods to a port close their final destination and cutting road kilometres to an absolute minimum. Additionally, by shipping goods unaccompanied by sea, you can save driver costs and increase flexibility.
Our covered cross-docking zone is essential for streamlining intermodal transport. It allows our team to quickly reconfigure shipments and consolidate smaller loads into larger, more efficient ones. Goods arriving from one facility can be temporarily held at our warehouse until additional shipments arrive, enabling us to assemble a full truckload for the final leg of the journey. This process increases efficiency, eliminates multiple incomplete shipments, and reduces unnecessary emissions.
For European manufacturers shipping to the UK & Ireland, moving products directly from the production line to our 12,000 m² warehouse in Zeebrugge is a smart strategy. This eliminates unnecessary transport phases, reduces costs, and cuts emissions. Moreover, storing products near the North Sea RORO shipping lines drastically improves shipping response times, facilitating hassle-free next-day delivery to the UK & Ireland.
Utilising renewable energy sources is a key part of reducing environmental impact. Our warehouse roof is covered in solar panels, ensuring that our operations are largely powered by solar energy. This commitment to renewable energy helps lower our carbon footprint and supports a cleaner future.
In our pursuit of sustainability, every improvement matters. By using high-performance electric forklifts in our warehouse, we have eliminated a significant source of exhaust emissions from our operations. This shift to electric handling equipment enhances our efficiency and contributes to a cleaner environment.
With our innovative warehouse, decades of experience, and an in-house team of highly specialised logistics experts, NDQ is here to support you in your sustainability efforts. Together, we will explore opportunities to reduce your company’s environmental impact and establish a future-proof logistics flow.
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