Multinational animal health firm Ceva Animal Health has inaugurated its newest European logistics centre, in France.
Ceva says the new building represents a major opportunity for international growth and demonstrates its commitment to innovation.
Ceva, which is present in 110 countries, inaugurated the new centre, which is located in Montpon-Ménestérol, Dordogne
Designed to store and ship Ceva’s products developed in Europe, the building is set to enhances the company's export capabilities and boosts its international presence.
Ceva aims to make Montpon-Ménestérol its first European logistics site capable of serving more than 100 countries.
Equipped with the latest digital and automation technologies, Ceva says this new centre embodies the future of distribution.
The 12,000 m² dedicated to storage cells, for example, is equipped with a Warehouse Management System (WMS) that optimises all logistics flows (20,000 pallets stored for 2,800 listed products), from reception to shipment, and includes autonomous tri-directional carts to facilitate storage and order preparation.
The building occupies only 10% of the 14-hectare site, with the rest dedicated to biodiversity preservation, protecting more than 54 species of birds.
The facility aims to be energy self-sufficient in the long term, thanks to a virtuous energy mix combining twenty geothermal probes with 1,500 m² of photovoltaic panels producing 50% of the energy consumed, along with optimised lighting management and enhanced building insulation.
Water resource management, including the recovery of 20 m³ of rainwater, reinforces this commitment. These measures reduce energy consumption by half compared to a traditional platform of the same capacity.
During the inauguration, Dr. Marc Prikazsky, Chairman and CEO of Ceva, stated: “We are extremely proud to inaugurate our new logistics platform in Montpon-Ménestérol, which perfectly embodies our group’s ambitions.
"This project not only reflects our desire to strengthen our international position but also our responsibility towards the environment, our region, and the local community.
"By continuing to invest in innovative, local, and environmentally friendly industries, we are laying the foundations for the company of tomorrow."