Due to go live on 1 June, the warehouse will offer 2,000 pallet positions and has been developed to accommodate sensitive pharma products that require strict temperature management and regulatory compliance, said the freight forwarder.
It will include dedicated short-term storage zones such as a fully temperature-controlled area maintained at controlled room temperature (15–25°C) and chilled environments (2–8°C), with the option to introduce frozen storage if needed.
Additional capabilities include designated returns areas and continuous temperature monitoring supported by 24/7 alert systems to safeguard product integrity, while enabling both short-term storage and efficient onward distribution.
“This new facility allows us to provide highly reliable end-to-end solution for temperature-sensitive healthcare products,” said Paul Morris, head of pharma & healthcare vertical for Geodis in the UK.
“With advanced monitoring systems, robust compliance standards and strong connectivity across the UK, we are well positioned to support pharmaceutical and biotech companies with safe, efficient and scalable logistics solutions.”
The warehouse is designed to support both inventory management and cross-docking operations and operations will be supported by a validated Warehouse Management System (WMS) providing barcode scanning, batch traceability, full audit trails, and real-time inventory visibility to help ensure compliance, transparency, and operational efficiency.
The warehouse has also been designed with sustainability in mind, incorporating energy-efficient refrigeration systems, LED lighting, and waste-reduction initiatives.
Last month, Geodis opened a new cross-dock station and bonded facility close to Chicago O’Hare International Airport to cater for pharma exports and imports.
