ARC International, a global supplier of leading tableware brands, is to build a new distribution center in northeast Spain. Construction by ProLogis is expected to begin in June 2007.
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ARC International, a global supplier of leading tableware brands, is to build a new distribution center in northeast Spain. Construction by ProLogis is expected to begin in June 2007. The distribution center, covering 516,000 square feet (48,000 square meters), will be located in the city of Zaragoza, a growing distribution hub midway between Madrid and Barcelona. ARC International will use the facility to distribute a wide range of its products in the categories of drinkware, dinnerware, cookware, flatware and giftware, to more than 10,000 customers throughout Spain and Portugal. “ARC International is a global leader in its industry, with a worldwide reputation for quality and value”, said Ranald Hahn, ProLogis managing director for southern Europe. “We“re extremely pleased ARC has selected ProLogis for this development, and look forward to the addition of this state-of-the-art facility to our overall Spain portfolio”. Gustavo Cardozo, vice president of project management for ProLogis in Spain, added that the distribution center will incorporate a variety of sustainable design techniques to reduce its impact on the environment. These will include: roof-mounted solar panels to generate electricity, skylights and clearstory windows that increase interior daylight; a laminated-wood roof structure frame, energy efficient lighting systems; a solar-powered water heater; low-maintenance landscaping, green transport park and a rainwater retention basin. “ARC International is committed to corporate social responsibility and to reducing the environmental impact of our business facilities”, said Fernando Bermudez, supply chain manager, ARC Iberia. ” ProLogis“ expertise in sustainable warehouse design was a key factor in our decision to select them as developer of this important facility, which will deliver significant operational efficiencies along with long-term benefits to the environment”.