Brussels Airport has officially opened Brucargo Central, a state-of-the-art logistics hub designed to bolster its position as Europe’s leading pharmaceutical hub. The €70 million redevelopment spans 83,500 m² and replaces eight outdated buildings with three modern facilities, offering a combined 34,000 m² of warehouses and offices.
Enhanced Capacity and Sustainability
Launched in 2022, the project increases storage capacity at Brucargo Central by 30%, including 10,000 m² of temperature-controlled space, essential for pharmaceutical and healthcare logistics. The redevelopment also reduces paved areas by 20% and improves mobility and sustainability across the site. In 2024, Brussels Airport handled 733,000 tonnes of goods, achieving an average annual growth of 6% since 2019.
Supporting Over 100 Companies and Strengthening Leadership
Brucargo Central will support more than 100 companies operating in the cargo zone, further solidifying Brussels Airport’s leadership in pharmaceutical logistics. Arnaud Feist, CEO of Brussels Airport, emphasized the strategic importance of the project, stating, “Accelerating the development of the cargo area at Brussels Airport is one of our strategic priorities. Our role is to be a trusted partner that offers the space, flexibility, and long-term perspective that logistics operators need to thrive in a constantly evolving market. Brucargo Central illustrates this perfectly.”
Key Logistics Operators at Brucargo Central
The new facilities will house five major logistics operators, each contributing to the hub’s diverse capabilities:
- Nippon Express: Expanding with a 10,000 m² air freight facility focused on healthcare and European consolidation.
- DSV Air & Sea NV: Establishing a 12,600 m² warehouse to enhance air freight operations in pharmaceuticals and healthcare. The BREEAM Plus-certified site underscores DSV’s commitment to sustainable logistics and decarbonization.
- Hazgo: Moving into a 2,000 m² facility to strengthen its expertise in hazardous, temperature-sensitive, and pharmaceutical goods. As part of SGS, Hazgo will enhance its regulated cargo handling capabilities.
- EV Cargo: Expanding its presence to support growth in e-commerce, retail, and manufacturing sectors.
- Deny Cargo: Occupying a 2,500 m² warehouse equipped with refrigerated storage, enabling advancements in temperature-controlled logistics. Deny Cargo has been active in the cargo zone since the 1980s.
Brucargo Central represents a significant step forward in Brussels Airport’s commitment to innovation, sustainability, and its role as a key player in global logistics.
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