Maersk began construction works on a new distribution centre of more than 100,000 m² (1.1 million ft²) in Jurong West aiming to strengthen its omnichannel-fulfillment capabilities in Singapore.
The ground-breaking ceremony was held today (19 July) and the facility is expected to be completed in the first quarter of 2025.
The new World Gateway 2 distribution center is located in the industrial area with direct access to the major highway – Ayer Rajah Expressway (AYE) and has convenient access to Singapore’s Tuas Mega Port and Changi International Airport.
The facility is also within close proximity to World Gateway 1, currently Singapore’s largest automated and customs-bonded warehouse. Additionally, the new distribution centre is designed to have a capacity of 30,000 pallet Automated Storage & Retrieval System (AS/RS), with a large floorplate of 15,000 m² (160,000 ft²).
This multi-story facility will have a high ceiling with 11-metre clear height per floor, suitable for dense storage and automation.
“This new facility will be both LEED Platinum- and Green Mark Platinum-certified for its outstanding design and performance in environmental aspects. It will be equipped with motion sensor-LED lights, solar panels, composite panel façade system for building insulation, and building management system for energy efficiency,” noted Dominic Gates, CEO of Omnichannel-fulfilment, Maersk Asia Pacific.
World Gateway 2 regional distribution centre will increase Singapore’s capacity and capabilities to support omnichannel fulfillment in Southeast Asia, while with extensive use of automation and robotics systems, it is expected to be one of the most productive warehouses in the country.
“Equipped with ample loading bays and container parking places to manage peak season volumes, it caters to the booming e-commerce fulfilment needs, as well as offering logistics solutions for different industries, including Footwear & Apparel, Beauty & Wellness, Healthcare, Luxury Fashion products across Asia and the rest of the world,” said Maersk in a statement.
