BLG LOGISTICS' new inland terminal in Ahlhorn officially went into operation on July 1. An important milestone for the expansion of the logistics infrastructure in northern Germany. The first customer is already active. At the same time, targeted recruitment is beginning: BLG LOGISTICS is looking for committed employees from the region who would like to actively help shape the new location.
At the start, 20 employees are working at the new location - a combination of internal experience and new colleagues from the region. The employees will be supported by an experienced project team that has been driving the development of the site forward for months. The plan is to expand to around 200 employees by the end of 2026.
Growth potential and sustainable development on 35 hectares
"A new site with space for around 16,000 vehicles - including technical services - is being built in Ahlhorn. This is not just more space - it is a commitment to the future of the AUTOMOBILE segment," emphasizes Axel Krichel, Member of the Executive Board & Chief Operating Officer (COO) of the BLG Group. "We are seeing growing demand from car manufacturers for integrated logistics, technical services and a tried-and-tested distribution network - areas in which we are already well positioned. In Ahlhorn, we are building on our strengths in a targeted manner."
The new inland terminal in Ahlhorn offers extensive development opportunities on around 35 hectares. The site in the Metropolpark Hansalinie - on the site of the former air base - has been leased on a long-term basis for this purpose. At the start of operations, 2,500 parking spaces will be available. In the medium term, expansion to up to 16,000 parking spaces is planned. Planning for a technology center has also begun, which will provide additional service impulses in the future and strengthen the location technologically.
Sustainability is a central component of the site strategy: the use of green electricity, a photovoltaic system on the hall roof and modern heat pump technology are in the planning stage. Low-emission transport solutions can already be offered by rail. There are also plans to expand the rail infrastructure.
"We are delighted with the successful start of operations and the trust placed in us by our first customer. The demand already shows the potential of this location. We still have a lot to do - not only in terms of expanding the infrastructure and building up the team, but also in expanding our range of services for existing and new customers," says Thomas Menke, Branch Manager of Inlandterminal Ahlhorn.
Strong strategic position
The new terminal is conveniently located - only around three kilometers from the A1 and A29 freeways - at the intersection of the European north-south axis. Its proximity to the North German and Dutch seaports makes Ahlhorn a central logistics location for national and international flows of goods.
With the terminal in Ahlhorn, BLG LOGISTICS is expanding its existing network to include another efficient hub. The full expansion of the site is scheduled for completion in 2026. As BLG's sixth inland terminal, Ahlhorn is making an important contribution to the strategic development of the logistics company - and at the same time creating attractive jobs and new prospects in the region.
