Bleckmann, together with VDR Bouwgroep, wants to take the 'next step' in sustainability with the largest circular fulfilment centre in the Netherlands. The 45,600-square-metre building will be located in Almelo.
According to the two companies, circular construction on this scale is unprecedented. During construction, attention is paid to the origin of the materials. These are non-toxic, preferably of natural origin and demountable. Furthermore, waste is limited, the most environmentally friendly options are chosen and the possibility of recycling and reuse afterwards is maximised. A comprehensive Building Passport collects, stores and shares all this information.
Additional investments in heat pumps, energy-efficient installation techniques, low-cement floors and roof and façade panels, among others, contribute to reducing the carbon footprint as much as possible. In the future, the roof will have solar panels, which will help the building achieve BREEAM Excellent certification.
The expertise gained during design and construction is secured and shared with the Rijksdienst voor Ondernemend Nederland (RVO), which closely monitors the design, construction, fit-out and use.
Expansion Bleckmann campus in Twente
The new circular distribution centre will be located on the XL business park in Twente. Bleckmann already has a campus of more than 100,000 square metres here. The business park has its own container terminal on the Twente canal, which will increase the use of waterborne container transport from the European ports of Rotterdam and Antwerp.
