Beiersdorf plans to build a state-of-the-art platform for the European market in Leipzig, in the immediate vicinity of its new production plant. Over the next few years, 170 million euros will be invested in this new center, in addition to the 220 million euros planned for the plant. This would be the company's largest single-site investment worldwide. To this end, Beiersdorf AG plans - subject to the decision of the Leipzig city council - to acquire the neighboring land in the Leipzig-Seehausen II industrial zone, which covers around 12.5 hectares. Beiersdorf intends to outsource the operational part of the business to specialized service providers. This will create around 400 additional jobs in Leipzig - in addition to the initial 200 jobs at the production center.
" With the combination of production site and hub, Beiersdorf wants to position itself optimally for the consumer habits and retail landscapes of the future and create the conditions for a state-of-the-art supply chain infrastructure in the heart of Europe.says Harald Emberger, Corporate Senior Vice President Supply Chain. Ln this context, the interaction between production and the hub offers unique development opportunities to provide our customers with totally new solutions. We would be delighted to be able to implement this project in the city of Leipzig, an attractive location with a skilled workforce and a good investment environment. "
Beiersdorf has set ambitious targets in its sustainability program Care Beyond Skin. For the new center, the company is aiming for CO2 and relevant sustainability certification. In addition, the facades and roofs will be greened, and photovoltaic modules installed on the buildings. A significant proportion of freight will be transported by rail.
