Construction begins on Panattoni Business Park Kladno with CZK 3 billion investment
Panattoni has started construction of Panattoni Business Park Kladno for the RSJ investment group. The modern industrial complex will be built on the site of the former Poldi Kladno steel plant. This significant brownfield project will revitalize a historically important industrial area and bring new economic opportunities to the region.
Panattoni Business Park Kladno will consist of two modern halls with a total floor area of 88,500 m², with Hall A offering 55,500 m² and Hall B providing 33,000 m². Ground works began in July 2024 and Hall A is expected to be completed in the second half of 2025. The completion date for Hall B will be set according to a schedule with the specific tenant. Currently, demolition of the underground parts of the original buildings and rough landscaping is underway on the site. RSJ Investments' total investment in the project will amount to approximately EUR 120 million (CZK 3 billion).
"The project revitalizes a historic industrial site, but also brings modern and environmentally friendly technologies. The construction of Panattoni Business Park Kladno is a big commitment for us and we want to show again how modern industrial complexes can contribute to the sustainable development of cities and regions. We greatly appreciate the cooperation with the local government and we want to rebuild the history of Kladno and its rich industrial tradition," says Jan Andrejco, Regional Development Director of Panattoni.
The site of the former Poldi Kladno steelworks, built in the 19th century, will undergo a significant transformation after many years of dilapidation. The project involves the demolition of old buildings and the remediation of the polluted area, which is currently underway. The large dysfunctional area will be replaced by modern industrial halls, which will significantly improve the ecological and economic value of the area. Recycling of materials and replacement planting of indigenous green species are key elements of this project. A waste management plan will be followed during construction to minimise site waste going to landfill. Recycling of local construction materials from demolition sites is already taking place to the maximum extent possible. This will substantially reduce the number of trucks carrying construction debris off-site via city roads.
RSJ Investment Group, as the investor of the project, believes that the emerging complex will serve not only for logistics and production, but also as a place that will contribute to the development of the local economy and the creation of new jobs, which will significantly increase the quality of life of the residents of Kladno and the surrounding area. "We are pleased to be able to participate in the revitalisation of the largest Central Bohemian industrial brownfield in the largest city of the Central Bohemian Region and thus contribute to the revival of the region's economic potential," says Marcel Kolesár, asset manager of the RSJ investment group.
The new halls will aspire to the BREEAM New Construction sustainability certification at the Excellent level. The buildings will be equipped with modern technologies, including photovoltaic power plants and heat pumps. The new technologies to be implemented in the halls also include intelligent energy management and water recycling, ensuring not only efficient operation but also minimising environmental impact. The infrastructure will also include charging stations for electric vehicles.
The site boasts excellent transport accessibility. The D5, D6 and D7 motorways, the Kladno-Švermov railway station and the Václav Havel Airport Prague are located nearby. A high-speed railway linking Prague, the airport and Kladno is also under construction, which will further increase the attractiveness of this location. Furthermore, a new intersection will be built, which will improve traffic organisation, and the planned link will contribute to more efficient truck traffic.
"The City of Kladno welcomes this investment, which is in line with the development of the city, the improvement of the quality of the environment and the growing supply of new housing. This is an important step towards the transformation of one of the largest industrial brownfields in the country. The importance of this investment should also be recognised by the state and the region, and its tax revenue should be invested in the development of the associated transport infrastructure, particularly the road link to the site, part of which runs through the town and has been invested in significantly by the town of Kladno in partnership with the investor, and which should be extended to connect to the first class road or motorway. We would also welcome the extension of the modernised railway line to Dubí station, which is located close to the Poldi site and in the middle of an intensively developing residential area," concludes Ondřej Rys, Kladno's councillor for development.
