Lindum has started work on a new semi-automated warehouse in Whittlesey, Cambridgeshire, for European logistics company DFDS.
This marks the beginning of phase two of a major project to enhance the company’s operations, which will support its long-term sustainability and future-proof its business model.
Lindum started work just weeks after completing the construction of a three-storey office building, vehicle loading bay, and a new warehouse at the site. These improvements are part of DFDS’s strategic efforts to modernise its facilities and ensure continued growth.
Lindum’s Peterborough-based team has played a key role in both the design and construction of the latest enhancements, transforming DFDS’s vision into a cutting-edge facility tailored to the company’s evolving needs.
Phase two of the project involves the demolition of an aging office building and part of the existing warehouse, clearing the way for the new state-of-the-art warehouse.
Meanwhile, phase one involved the demolition of an old office block and shower facility, which was originally a residential bungalow.
The offices built in its place feature facilities designed to enhance functionality and improve the employee experience, including a dedicated drivers’ restroom, an open-plan office area for shipment tracking, administrative functions, and meetings, and a second floor Wellbeing Hub – a full floor dedicated to employee welfare, including a dining area, lounge, gym, and a rooftop terrace offering scenic views over the site.
Sustainability was a central focus throughout the project, with several key environmental initiatives incorporated, including the installation of solar panels to reduce fossil fuel reliance, electric vehicle charging stations, and a bike shelter to promote greener commuting options.
Thanks to the strong working relationship established during the project, Lindum was appointed to construct the additional warehouse, and work began this month.
Darren King, Managing Director of Lindum, said: “This project is a testament to Lindum’s expertise in delivering high-quality, sustainable, and future-proofed commercial spaces. We are proud to have contributed to DFDS’s continued growth and look forward to the next phase of development.”
James Ferguson, Regional Operations Manager at DFDS Logistics, added: “We are thrilled to take ownership of our brand-new three-storey office facility and Goods-In at our Peterborough site. This marks the completion of the largest building project ever undertaken here, and it’s a true reflection of the hard work, dedication, and collaboration of our project team.
“Over the past two years, we’ve turned our vision into reality, creating a state-of-the-art workspace and operational hub that will enhance our growth and efficiency. A huge thank you to everyone involved, particularly the team at Lindum, for guiding us through the project and delivering an outstanding facility.
“But we’re not stopping here. Phase two is now underway – this next stage will see the demolition of the old office building and part of the existing warehouse, paving the way for a brand-new, semi-automated ambient warehouse.
