Arvato strengthens European fulfillment network in Germany, Spain, and Poland to support client growth across key markets
As global supply chains continue to face geopolitical uncertainty, shifting trade flows and rising expectations for speed and flexibility, companies are increasingly investing in regional logistics networks that can adapt quickly to changing market conditions. To help clients strengthen resilience, improve delivery performance and support future growth, Arvato is expanding its European logistics footprint with new facilities in Germany, Spain and Poland. The international supply chain and e-commerce service provider has opened a new distribution center in Dreieich, Germany, and will open additional facilities in Illescas, Spain, as well as in Zgierz and Poznan, Poland, during the second half of 2026.
“By investing in Germany, Spain and Poland, we are strengthening our European network in regions that are strategically important for our clients. These sites bring additional capacity closer to markets and end customers, helping international brands turn supply chain performance into competitive advantage.” says Frank Schirrmeister, CEO of Arvato.
Focus on high-tech components in the Rhine-Main region
In Dreieich near Frankfurt, Arvato has opened a new facility covering 10,000 square meters dedicated to the storage, configuration and processing of high-tech components. The site further strengthens the company’s presence in one of Germany’s most important technology and business regions.
The facility has been specifically designed for flexible light-industrial applications, combining logistics operations with client-specific value-added services. These range from configuration and handling processes for sensitive high-tech components to last-mile services supported by a fully electric vehicle fleet. In August 2025, Arvato had already expanded its regional footprint with a new facility serving global hyperscalers and the high-tech industry. With the addition of the Dreieich site, total capacity within this key industrial cluster now exceeds 25,000 square meters.
“Germany is one of Europe’s most important technology and industrial markets, and we continue to see growing demand for flexible and resilient supply chain solutions,” says Thomas Becker, Executive Vice President Tech at Arvato. “With our new site in Dreieich, we are creating additional capacity that enables shorter response and delivery times while providing greater flexibility to support short-term demand. Across industries, supply chain performance is increasingly becoming a decisive competitive factor.”
Supporting beauty and fashion growth in Southern Europe
Alongside its expansion in Germany, Arvato is continuing to grow its footprint on the Iberian Peninsula. The new site in Illescas near Madrid will offer 26,000 square meters of modern logistics space and is expected to employ around 300 people once fully operational. The facility has been specifically designed to meet the requirements of modern e-commerce and omnichannel operations. It features advanced automation solutions to support high-volume fulfillment processes and meets high sustainability and security standards. The building is targeting both BREEAM Excellent and TAPA A certification.
This investment will increase the total capacity of Arvato’s logistics network in Spain to more than 170,000 square meters. The company currently employs around 2,300 people across the country and supports international clients from the beauty & cosmetics, fashion and healthcare segments in their growth and expansion efforts.
“Spain is an important growth market for many international beauty and fashion brands,” comments Emilio Juaranz, Managing Director of Arvato Spain. “With our new site in Illescas, we are investing early in additional capacity to provide the infrastructure our clients need for efficient growth. The location enables faster market access, improved delivery performance and more resilient supply chains across Southern Europe.”
Adding scalable fulfillment capacity in Poland
In addition to its investments in Germany and Spain, Arvato is also expanding its network in Poland. New facilities in Zgierz near Lodz and Poznań will create additional capacities for Polish and international clients, particularly in fashion and lifestyle sectors.
The Zgierz site is scheduled to go live in September 2026 and will provide approximately 15,000 square meters of warehouse space. The new distribution center in Poznań is scheduled to go live in October 2026 and will add capacity of around 45,000 square meters of logistics space, giving fashion and lifestyle brands additional flexibility to scale volumes, improve delivery performance and respond faster to seasonal demand. Both warehouses have the potential for further expansion in the coming years.
The investments further strengthen Arvato’s presence in Central and Eastern Europe while creating additional scaling opportunities for national and international brands. The new facilities expand the company’s European network with modern fulfillment capabilities and help clients serve growth markets more efficiently while building more resilient supply chains.