Arvato expands healthcare logistics campus in Harsewinkel

Arvato has announced the expansion of its healthcare logistics campus in Harsewinkel, Germany, continuing its investment in the sector. A groundbreaking ceremony marked the start of the new phase of development, which is expected to be completed by mid-2026. The expansion is intended to accommodate the growth of existing clients, integrate new clients, and strengthen the site’s role in the distribution of pharmaceutical and medical technology products.

The Harsewinkel campus currently spans approximately 60,000 square meters of logistics and office space across three halls, employing over 1,000 staff to manage supply chain operations across Europe.

Arvato is investing a mid-double-digit million euro sum in the project. Plans include three new modules featuring advanced logistics technologies. A new 18-meter-high refrigerated warehouse (maintaining temperatures between 2–8°C) will be constructed, alongside additional ambient storage areas (15–25°C) providing space for 22,000 pallets. The expansion will add about 20,000 square meters to the existing logistics area.

The new buildings will be equipped with photovoltaic systems delivering a total output of around 700 kWp, supporting Arvato’s goal of achieving climate neutrality by 2030. The expansion is also expected to create up to 70 new jobs.

“Harsewinkel is a key site for our healthcare business in Europe,” said Thorsten Winkelmann, President Healthcare at Arvato. “Since 2019, our revenue here has grown by an average of 15 percent per year. With current storage areas operating at around 80 percent capacity, the expansion is aimed at creating space for further growth.”

The new facilities will feature advanced automation technologies, including a fully automated pallet shuttle system. These will complement the site’s existing systems, which include AutoStore, bin shuttle, rack-to-person systems, and goods-to-person workstations with pick-by-light technology—all of which will also be expanded. Autonomous forklifts and automated container transport systems are already in operation at the site.

“Our Harsewinkel site offers efficient logistics capabilities,” added Paul Engel, Site Manager at Arvato. “We enable next-day delivery within Germany, delivery across Europe within 24 to 48 hours, and global delivery within two to four days. The expansion will ensure that we maintain high standards for the distribution of sensitive healthcare products, both domestically and internationally.”