Global Gate is developing a state-of-the-art logistics centre in Unterschleissheim for REPA. This project, designed with a focus on sustainability, is set to be completed by 2027 and will create a workplace for several hundred employees.
The logistics centre will be built on a former beverage logistics site with connections to the A92 and A9 highways and the greater Munich metropolitan area. The land is owned by Edison Monroe Properties (EMP), the balance sheet investment vehicle of Global Gate, which has commissioned Panattoni—Europe’s largest project developer for industrial, logistics, and commercial properties—to revitalize the brownfield site. Demolition work is scheduled to begin in 2025, and starting in 2027, REPA will utilize the facility as both an office and a fulfilment centre for spare parts and accessories, under a long-term lease.
The future construction project, which is expected to achieve DGNB Gold certification, will encompass a land area of approximately 54,400m² with a project volume of c. €100m. It will include approximately 32,600m² of rental space, which breaks down into about 25,300m² for warehouse use and 7,350m² for office, technical, and social spaces. The office facilities will accommodate several hundred employees and ensure barrier-free access.
“We are investing in this new site to provide even better service to our customers and OEM partners,” said Alexander Wiegand, CEO of REPA. “With state-of-the-art technology and our convenient location near highways and the airport, we can deliver spare parts more quickly, accelerate repairs, and better support the catering industry. It is crucial for us to create a workplace where our employees feel comfortable and can reach their full potential. Together with Global Gate and Panattoni, we are establishing the framework to achieve this.”
Maximilian Link, Head of Germany and Director of EMP at Global Gate, stated, “This investment by Global Gate in Unterschleißheim reflects the strategic and long-term approach of our balance sheet investment vehicle, EMP, in transforming locations with high development potential into modern and sustainable real estate projects. We are pleased to support REPA in its long-term expansion and development plans in Germany and to collaborate with the city of Unterschleißheim and Panattoni on this sustainable logistics property.”
Rudy Sayegh, CEO and Founder of Global Gate, added, “The Unterschleißheim project marks a significant milestone in our strategy to expand our diversified portfolio of premium and sustainable real estate in Germany's core markets. Germany continues to present strategic opportunities, and this prime logistics development with REPA complements our existing assets in key locations such as Hamburg and Frankfurt. Through Edison Monroe Properties, our principal real estate investment vehicle, we are strategically investing in properties with long-term value-add potential.”
Christoph Bock, the First Mayor of the city of Unterschleissheim, commented, “The repurposing of this area and the sustainable construction approach are a win for our city. We are also pleased about REPA’s establishment, which strengthens our region as a business location.”
Global Gate received legal advice from Friedrich Graf von Westphalen and technical guidance from Drees & Sommer.
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