7R is investing in last-mile logistics in Gdynia, Poland, and expanding its warehouse facilities in Pomerania

Over the past nine years, the volume of cargo handled at the Port of Gdynia has increased by 63%, meaning that its growth rate has outpaced Poland’s economic growth during this period. From January to October of this year, over 20 million tons of goods were handled through Gdynia. The developer, 7R, has just begun construction on a last-mile urban warehouse in Gdynia, expanding its 7R City Flex network. It will be the first logistics facility in Gdynia to be built in the immediate vicinity of the port and close to the city center. This is a strategic location due to the growing importance of maritime and intermodal transport in supply chains, which continue to develop despite the pandemic and the resulting economic disruption.

7R is strengthening its position in Pomerania by adding over 14,000 square meters of modern warehouse space to its investment portfolio through its 7R City Flex project in Gdynia. The Class A facility already has several tenants who appreciate its excellent location. The proximity of the Port of Gdynia, which is considered “the Pearl of the Polish Economy” and an intra-European logistics hub, is its key asset. The building is scheduled to open in mid-2021.

Northern Poland is a strategic area for 7R. The company built its first warehouse in the region and is successfully developing a network of big-box facilities, as well as 7R City Flex Last Mile Logistics urban warehouses. Thanks to its many years of experience and excellent knowledge of local markets, 7R has been able to recognize the region’s potential. The company has continued its expansion into coastal destinations with access to ports and intermodal transport.

The general contractor for 7R City Flex Gdynia is Dekpol. This marks yet another joint project between 7R and Dekpol. To date, the companies have delivered modern logistics and industrial facilities in Gdańsk, Kraków, Sosnowiec, and Tczew.

Locations with potential

The Tri-City is defined as an emerging market, the seventh largest in terms of warehouse saturation, with very high potential for further development. The region is undergoing a transformation from a local logistics hub to an important national center thanks to the expansion of its ports and road infrastructure. Access to the A1 freeway, connecting northern and southern Poland, as well as the S7 expressway to Warsaw and Kraków, has made Pomerania a significant destination on Poland’s warehousing and logistics map. The expansion of ports and the growing importance of e-commerce are two other factors contributing to Pomerania’s success in the TSL industry.

The 7R City Flex Gdynia facility was designed by the developer’s in-house architecture department. The project is designed so that vehicles heading to Szczecin have direct access to the Tri-City ring road, which is important for tenants planning to expand their logistics operations in northern Poland.