Paccar Parts opens new €85m distribution centre in Germany

Paccar Parts has opened what it calls “an ultra-modern and sustainable” Parts Distribution Center (PDC) in the city of Massbach in Bavaria, Germany, representing an investment of €85 million.

The new facility spans 22,000 square metres across a 22-hectare site, and is said to have the capacity to hold over 80,000 unique parts, supplying DAF dealers and customers across Germany, Switzerland and the Eastern part of France.

The Massbach PDC utilises voice-directed part handling systems, advanced scanning equipment and automated packaging solutions, all geared to optimise order fulfilment efficiency.

According to Paccar Parts, this guarantees prompt dispatch of all orders, resulting in the fastest delivery service in the market. DAF dealers can order until 20:00 hours, for parts arriving the same night.

The facility is also said to be net-zero. Site electricity is generated by 4,000 lightweight solar panels, with any surplus energy directed to a battery storage system which can be used to charge electric trucks visiting the site.

Paccar Parts says the office building has a living green roof to provide insulation and eco system for nature whilst energy efficient heat pumps help maintain a constant temperature inside of the PDC all year round.

“This major investment will reinforce DAF’s leading position in Germany,” said Harald Seidel, DAF president and Paccar vice president.

“Last year, DAF was the largest import brand in the German heavy-duty truck segment and we are well determined to grow our presence in this largest truck market in Europe.

“To ensure our customers have the highest uptime, we offer a full series of ultra-efficient New Generation DAF trucks, as well as a comprehensive range of premium services, including those of Paccar Parts.”