Sustainability starts with the infrastructure. For years, WDP has been a trusted expert in building and leasing logistics facilities, but today, our service offering goes much further. WDP believes that every building should not only be sustainable but also smart. This means that sustainability doesn’t stop at the walls of a facility; it extends to where mobility begins: the parking lot.

In close collaboration with our clients, WDP equips all parking spaces with electric charging stations. These so-called ​“slow chargers” are ideal for charging employees’ and visitors’ electric vehicles. By also using solar energy, costs are reduced, and the load on the electricity grid is alleviated. This is step one in WDP’s mobility plan: offering a sustainable solution for clients’ vehicle fleets, promoting both efficiency and eco-friendliness.

But electric cars are just the beginning. The real challenge for logistics companies lies in electrifying their trucks and vans. This is a more complex process since electric trucks are significantly more expensive than their traditional counterparts. The investment can sometimes be three to four times higher. Nevertheless, the switch to electric trucks is essential for companies aiming to reduce their carbon footprint while complying with increasingly stringent regulations.

WDP understands this challenge and responds accordingly. We don’t just take away the concerns about charging electric vehicles but also invest in the necessary infrastructure. By setting up powerful, fast-charging stations, electric trucks can be recharged in a fraction of the time. A prime example is the collaboration with clients like Barry Callebaut, where trucks are fully charged in just a few hours, thanks to a 300 kW charging station. WDP is creating an environment where electric trucks are not only possible but also practical and achievable.

While WDP is currently focused on supporting its own clients, our ambitions stretch much further. The next step in our strategy is to establish public or semi-public charging hubs at our existing sites, where not only our clients but the entire logistics sector can benefit. These hubs will be strategically located so that electric trucks can easily recharge while en route. This public network means logistics companies are no longer confined to their own facilities but have access to a broader range of charging options.

WDP understands that the transition to electric mobility is more than just a technical challenge; it’s a strategic decision that requires vision and collaboration. By relieving our clients of the burden with smart, sustainable solutions, we pave the way for a greener future.

For businesses looking to prepare for tomorrow’s challenges, WDP is the partner that guides them every step of the way in their electrification process. Together, we can transform the logistics sector and contribute to a more sustainable world.