CTP has expanded CTPark Česká Lípa in the Czech Republic with a new 11,500 sqm facility for auto glass maker Saint-Gobain's Sekurit Service. The site will serve as a European distribution hub, supporting the delivery of replacement glass to Saint-Gobain distribution centres across the continent. The centre will package finished products and dispatch them to warehouses in individual European countries, cutting supply times and improving the efficiency of moving goods between the factory and final distribution.
"The new distribution centre in Česká Lípa is a step forwards in making the delivery of auto glass to the European market more effective. We needed capacity that will allow us to consolidate deliveries from our production facilities and flexibly distribute them to individual countries. CTPark Česká Lípa offers a combination of accessibility, facilities, and a location amidst our production facilities and distribution warehouses," Sekurit Service General Manager Petr Lhoták said.
The choice of Česká Lípa reflects its automotive heritage and proximity to key suppliers. The campus is located at the intersection of roads to Germany and Poland with connections to Dresden, Wrocław and Liberec, and less than 40 minutes from Mladá Boleslav, home to Škoda Auto. CTPark Česká Lípa, which is home to a number of automotive occupiers, currently extends to 38,000 sqm, with capacity for further expansion.
"Česká Lípa is a centre for automotive logistics in northern Bohemia. The combination of a location between Germany and Poland, nearby automotive factories, and accessibility make the park suitable for distribution operations to European markets. The arrival of Saint-Gobain Sekurit confirms that CTPark Česká Lípa is a logistical hub for companies that need to supply several neighbouring countries at the same time," said Michal Přib, a senior business developer at CTP Czech.
Under the Sekurit brand, Saint-Gobain produces safety glass for the automotive industry, with facilities across Europe, including a site in Hořovice in the Czech Republic. Its portfolio includes heated and anti-glare glass, glass for heads-up displays and panoramic roof windows. "Efficient logistics are an increasingly important factor in the automotive sector. The speed of delivery is as important to customers today as the quality of the products. The new centre will give us the tools to improve our reactions to these demands," Lhoták added.
