Acting aheadActing aheadThe leading ecosystem of the companies of Schwarz Group Success stories from the companies of Schwarz Group professions and careers in the companies of Schwarz Group Press releases on the developments and activities of the companies of Schwarz Group Information about the companies of Schwarz Group The various business areas of the companies of Schwarz Group The companies of Schwarz Group have a presence at many different locations worldwide whose work for the companies of Schwarz Group is defined by passion and commitment How our values shape the companies of Schwarz Group The jointly created sustainability report of the companies of Schwarz Group Schwarz Produktion and Schwarz Digits Press Departments Our career opportunities and fields of employment for experienced professionals At the invitation of the companies of Schwarz Group freight forwarders and industry experts met up to discuss the decarbonization of transport logistics.On an area of more than 10,000 square meters featuring a test track and an electric vehicle charging park exhibitors showcased state-of-the-art solutions and innovations in electric truck development.Electric fever broke out in Möckmühl: On Tuesday the companies of Schwarz Group hosted the first “Future Day” event on the premises of the Kaufland logistics center in Möckmühl addressed the following question: How can the transition to electric mobility in the goods transport sector succeed The exhibition and accompanying congress offered the 800 guests exclusive insights into the world of e-mobility A total of nine manufacturers presented their electric trucks and innovations – including Daimler On an exhibition area spanning 10,000 square meters and with a purpose-built test track the electric truck models could be test driven and charged at Kaufland’s own fast charging stations the companies of Schwarz Group are aiming to intensify the dialog within the logistics industry and support the electrification of the transport of goods The jointly developed climate strategy features a plan to reduce the operational emissions of the retail group by 55 percent by 2030 compared to the emissions in 2019 the majority of carbon emissions – around 98 percent – come from the upstream and downstream value chains “That is why we are looking for close collaboration with our suppliers in order to promote sustainable solutions” Vice President of Corporate Responsibility at Schwarz Unternehmenskommunikation explained in his keynote. “We are a reliable partner for freight forwarders and transport service providers and work to-gether with them to shape the transition to electric mobility.“ As part of the “Future Day” stage program representatives of the Kaufland and Lidl retail divisions and the PreZero environmental division showcased where and how their companies have already successfully implemented electric mobility solutions in heavy goods transport Kaufland wants to work together with its partners to increase the use of electric trucks for deliveries to its stores the food retailer has not only been testing the use of eight electric trucks since December 2023 but it also operates its own electric charging park in Möckmühl with eight charging stations Ten stores in the Ludwigsburg area receive deliveries in electric trucks from this charging park the results have been positive: “We have now completed more than 4,000 store tours and covered a distance of almost 200,000 kilometers the technology and software have been very reliable The technology has achieved a very high level of acceptance and we have also experienced positive effects in terms of economic efficiency Using the experience we have gathered here on site we are currently working on a feasibility analysis for additional sites This will serve as a basis for the further course of action involved in a rollout of this technology” Vice President of International Transport Logistics at Kaufland Senior Manager of Logistics and Sustainability Concepts at Lidl Stiftung presented their international perspectives of electric trucks they demonstrated how electric transport could look for the company in the future the transition to transport using electric trucks is already in full flow The shift to electric mobility can be accelerated by having the appropriate requirements in place such as a well-developed charginginfrastructure and the legislation in the Netherlands Lidl Netherlands already has ten electric trucks in use and is planning to fully electrify its vehicle fleet for store deliveries by 2030 the following applies: To ensure that the use of electric trucks can be successfully implemented on a large scale the country-specific conditions must be appropriate: the expansion of the charging infrastructure appropriate legal conditions and the economic efficiency of electric trucks PreZero views electric powertrains as a practicable and clean solution for the disposal of waste Vice President of PreZero Logistik in Germany spoke about how waste management contributes to the decarbonization of the transport industry Electric trucks will also be used in Germany soon The company is also considering the use of hydrogen-powered vehicles PreZero Netherlands and Sweden already use electric vehicles for waste collection PreZero is working to combat environmental pollution through road freight transport and is reducing the greenhouse gas emissions of municipal waste disposal Electric vehicles are currently being tested in other PreZero countries In addition to talks by experts from business a panel discussion also took place and attempted to answer the question: “When will electric fever break out in transport logistics?” spoke with Alexander Frohmann (Kaufland International) Urs Maier (Agora Verkehrswende) about which role the charging infrastructure plays and what the political sphere can do or should do The conclusion: The expansion of electric mobility in goods transport cannot be achieved overnight and is only possible if retail companies energy suppliers and policymakers work together The press kit with all images and texts on the topic as a ZIP file Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions about our press releases or press inquiries on general topics relating to the companies of Schwarz Group.Telephone: +497132 30-788600 e-mail: presse@mail.schwarz Germany: Möckmühl: The companies IsoTek and Schweizer welcomed transformer manufacturers from all over Germany and Europe to the IsoTek premises in Möckmühl on 18-19 October 2022 The two-day workshop was mainly dedicated to the presentation of innovations around the transformer core such as the Polyglas© semiconductor tape POSECO and the pill carpet from IsoTek as well as the high temperature solutions from Schweizer Companies that participated in the workshop were Siemens Energy The workshop consisted of a mixture of interesting presentations by guest speakers from: The participants also attended live demonstrations of the IsoTek winding machine on the core dummy with the semiconductor tape POSECO including the review of the results after curing in the oven The pinnacles of the event were the exchange of ideas and stimulating discussions on the topics of production optimization high-temperature solutions and future-oriented transformer operation IsoTek and Schweizer have announced their plans to hold another workshop in 2023 New electricity deal and planned gas pipeline aim to ease Syria’s energy crisis with 400 kV line and 6 million m3 of gas daily from Turkey Christian Bruch visits Baghdad to formalise agreement aimed at potentially adding 14 GW to Iraq’s energy capacity through infrastructure upgrades Xcel Energy will build a 280-km transmission line linking clean energy from southwest Minnesota to over 1 million homes across the Upper Midwest © 2013-2025 | All Rights Reserved MERIT MEDIA INT Welcome to IPE Real Assets. 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Read our policy By 2025-01-16T13:16:00+00:00 AXA IM Alts has acquired a fully-let 63,000sqm logistics campus in Germany from ECE Work & Live for an unspecified amount is located in Möckmühl, close to Heilbronn in Baden-Württemberg The logistics centre comprises a warehouse and office space across two buildings, AXA IM Alts said the head of European transactions at AXA IM Alts said: “The Greater Stuttgart area is one of Germany’s leading manufacturing hubs driving demand from a range of industrial and logistics businesses for high-quality warehousing in established micro-locations which benefit from strong local and national transport links.  “This was a rare opportunity to acquire a newly developed asset with market-leading ESG credentials offering an attractive mix of day one index-linked income and longer-term reversionary potential a region characterised by a muted development pipeline It strengthens our presence in one of Europe’s top-performing logistics markets.” To read the latest IPE Real Assets magazine click here Copyright © 1997–2025 IPE International Publishers Limited Site powered by Webvision Cloud ECE Work & Live has sold the logistics center near Heilbronn successfully placing another of its logistics properties on the market in quick succession which is spread across two buildings and fully let was bought by a logistics fund of AXA IM Alts The transaction was signed shortly before the turn of the year and is to be closed shortly The logistics center is conveniently located in Möckmühl has a total rental area of around 63,000 m² and allows unrestricted 24/7 use Long-term tenant of the entire property is a transport and logistics services company The logistics center is particularly energy-efficient and has been realized in accordance with current sustainability standards: It meets the “Efficiency House 40” standard has a large photovoltaic system on the roof energy-saving LED lighting and efficient heat pumps "The second successful sale of one of our ultra-modern logistics centers in quick succession is another example of how interest from serious investors with a focus on sustainable real estate has noticeably increased again One of the success factors here is the clear alignment of the logistics properties we develop with the highest ESG standards and their flexible usability," says Henrie W ECE Work & Live recently sold another logistics property it developed has excellent infrastructure connections and can be used flexibly Taylor Wessing provided legal consultancy for the Heilbronn logistics center transaction on the seller's side and Walch Rittberg Nagel on the buyer's side presse(at)ece.com Automation has significantly improved Kaufland’s meat-packing center in Osterfeld By implementing a customized Qupaq tray denesting and product loading solution Kaufland can now achieve an output with one packaging line that previously required two This has translated into cost savings in staffing and ongoing maintenance January 25, 2024 by In the wake of the successful integration of a Qupaq solution at its meat-packing center in Möckmühl in 2017 the German hypermarket chain Kaufland initiated a similar investment for its Osterfeld facility earlier this year and the primary objective is to bolster efficiency and curtail maintenance costs through automation Kaufland can now achieve what used to require two minced meat portioning lines with just one significantly boosting their operational capacity “By implementing the right automation solutions we can reduce costs and meet a growing challenge in the food industry of limited access to qualified labor We reached out to Qupaq as we ran into issues with limited space at our meat-packing center in Osterfeld and wanted to enhance our production efficiency The system we implemented in Möckmühl did exactly that we chose to invest in a similar solution for our Osterfeld facility,” explains Christopher Mader is tailored to Kaufland’s specifications The system features the Anytray CleanLine Denester supplemented by a buffer and servo stirring mechanism and a loader that fills the trays with speed and accuracy Integral to the system’s efficiency is the diverger routing trays to their designated side of the split band while an overpusher aligns them for sealing This synergy between components creates a fluid high-performance operation with one line feeding two sealers for maximum capacity “Prior to installing the new Qupaq solution our setup consisted of two distinct tray denesting and loading systems connected to our meat processing unit This posed challenges regarding efficiency we have transitioned to a single cohesive solution that feeds both sealers with approximately 60 portions per minute The installation has notably enhanced our operations by making it more efficient and cost-effective The mechanical integration of the packaging line was straightforward and well planned while feedback from our production team says that operation is simple,” explains Christopher Mader Consolidating the tray denesting and portion loading has simplified production This efficiency is evident in the day-to-day operations One of the standout advantages has been the consistent uptime ensuring that Kaufland’s meat packaging operations run smoothly without unnecessary delays Food manufacturers worldwide must navigate complex challenges with rising costs and a call for reduced ever-evolving compliance regulations the need for streamlined operations has never been more vital Qupaq uses standard solutions accustomed to the client’s needs finding the most suitable components to accommodate the capacity demands was important.   it is vital to establish a streamlined process beforehand to create the best solutions We pride ourselves on our ability to make adaptable solutions ensuring they align with our client’s requirements the food industry is working with high capacities We are proud to aid in one of the biggest hypermarket chains in Germany’s transition towards more efficient automation,” says Lars Zederkof The collaboration between Kaufland and Qupaq underscores the critical role of tailored automation in enhancing operational efficiency highlighting how innovative technologies can pragmatically address the challenges of the food industry.  and is the world’s leading supplier of tray-denesting solutions for the food industry The company’s automatic denesting solutions handle over 10 billion food packaging trays annually in over 50 markets Qupaq’s product portfolio is comprised of the world’s most extensive modular range of denesters, conveyors, and equipment for efficient tray handling and product loading. It includes both the global leader in electrical denesting equipment, Intray, and the global leader of pneumatic denesting equipment, Anytray. More info at qupaq.com With the rising pressure and costs from inflation and a call for reduced environmental impact the food industry is looking for valuable tools to accommodate the challenges Automation stands out as a transformative force redefining operations and propelling efficiency Other Topics: , , , , , you consent to receive marketing emails from Asia Food Journal You can revoke your consent to receive emails at any time by using the SafeUnsubscribe® link Your go-to resource for all the latest trends and news about the food and beverage industry Disclaimer: Translations on this website are automated using Google Translate as machine translations may contain errors consider seeking professional human translation We are not liable for any reliance on the translated content with global alternative investments of €185 billion of assets under management has acquired on behalf of clients a newly developed 680,000 sq ft) logistics campus located in Möckmühl the logistics centre comprises high-quality warehousing and office space across two buildings and is fully let to a global transport and logistics business The property is located between two of the most important cities in Germany with Stuttgart as a centre of the German car manufacturing industry in the South and Frankfurt as a European financial hub in the North Within the established GVZ Habichtshöfe business park it benefits from regional and national transport links via the nearby A81 motorway with both Stuttgart and Würzburg cities accessible by car in around 45 minutes In line with AXA IM Alts’ commitment to acquire develop and manage sustainable real estate assets with ESG credentials the scheme is DGNB Gold certified and EPC A+ accredited with features including an electric heat pump system and rooftop PV Philippe Grasser, Head of European Transactions at AXA IM Alts, commented: “The Greater Stuttgart area is one of Germany’s leading manufacturing hubs driving demand from a range of industrial and logistics businesses for high quality warehousing in established micro-locations which benefit from strong local and national transport links This was a rare opportunity to acquire a newly developed asset with market-leading ESG credentials Real Estate Investor AXA IM Picks Up European Logistics Portfolio Logistics Business © 2025 All Rights Reserved. | Privacy | Terms | Site Map Subscribe to our quarterly magazine and weekly newsletter to stay updated with the logistics industry By submitting this form you agree that the personal data you provided will be transferred to Logistics Business for processing in accordance with our Privacy Policy Receive our weekly Newsletterand set tailored daily news alerts Clothing/​Footwear, Sustainable structural material solutions for the footwear industry has been awarded two significant industry accreditations for its nonwovens facility in Dongguan which produces millions of square metres of box toe now has SATRA Laboratory Accreditation Status and is certified to the Global Recycled Standard (GRS) The accreditations follow in-depth assessments by independent auditors and reflect Texon’s long-standing commitment to sustainability and to prioritising the health and safety of its sites SATRA’s Accredited Laboratory programme is a stamp of quality that is recognised throughout the global footwear and leather goods industries The scheme provides reassurances to parties doing business together that the most rigorous material testing standards have been adhered to at all times Texon’s Dongguan site had to undergo a demanding assessment process SATRA auditors visited the facility several times to confirm that the overall working environment and its technicians met its exacting standards Texon also had to commit to regular SATRA audits the site can now issue test reports for customers that include the SATRA logo - a sign of the validity of the physical tests conducted on its materials full product standard that aims to increase the use of recycled materials in products and reduce / eliminate the harm caused by production processes and social policies On a mission to accelerate sustainable practices across the textile industry the standard sets out requirements for the third-party certification of recycled content It also specifies conditions relating to social and environmental practices and chemical restrictions Texon had to demonstrate that all of its products and processes at Dongguan lived up to GRS requirements across all aspects of its supply chain It also had to provide evidence of its policies on employment; showcase its environmental management system; provide figures on its energy and water use; and disclose its record keeping around chemical storage and management said: “Securing these accreditations shows our customers that our business operates to the highest possible standards and that absolutely everything we do is underpinned by a firm commitment to quality Added to the long list of ISO standards already in place at Dongguan these standards help reinforce that we are a trusted partner to work with.” Dongguan is Texon’s second SATRA accredited laboratory Germany is already accredited for its production of cellulose products Texon employs 180 people at its Dongguan facility Texon Website SATRA establishes PPE European Notified Body in Ireland Texon to become zero-waste organization by 2025 direct to your inbox.Be the first to know.