The warehouse features 6,000m2 dedicated to packaged dangerous goods – the first such facility within the port’s logistics parks – as well as space for 200 containers.
GCA has run an import/export car terminal at Fos since 2014 through its automotive subsidiary TEA. Marketing of the new €20 million warehouse was launched last November. Clients have been secured for each of the dangerous goods slots and other occupancy is already at more than 70% of capacity, including 8,000m2 taken by a market leader in irrigation systems.
The warehouse has been designed to provide 15% more storage space than comparably-sized conventional buildings. Safety features include anti-blast fencing and a ‘triple security’ system to prevent spreading of hazardous products. Security staff among the 50 personnel are supported by alarm, detection and video surveillance equipment.
GCA operates a similar warehouse at Barcelona under an expansion plan offering a network of logistics platforms at major European trade crossroads. The Marseille Fos port authority welcomed the development as a sign of confidence in its own ‘southern gateway to Europe’ strategy.
