Global provider of sustainable logistics space, Gazeley, has secured important deals for a total of 133,000 m2 of space for Ceva logistics, one of the leading global supply chain companies, across three key markets (France, Spain and Dubai).
 
This exciting agreement will continue to strengthen Gazeley’s global expansion plans and represents a successful partnership with Ceva, in line with the policy of excellence of the logistics company.

The deals cement Gazeley’s reputation as a global leader:

• Jebel Ali Free Zone, Dubai: Strategically located within the major transport and logistics hub in the heart of the Middle East, the first deal will see the plot re-developed to house a 12,000 m2 warehouse and the development leased to Ceva for a 20-year period. A Letter of Intent has been signed for a second agreement, which will result in an additional 60 000 m² build-to-suit warehouse. Combined, these deals demonstrate that Gazeley is making its mark in the Middle East.

• Fos Distriport, Marseille (France): Gazeley will host Ceva at Magna Park Fos within one cell of the 20 000 m2 divisible building. Another two cells are still available to let immediately at this strategic location with access via sea, road and train.

• Ontigola, Spain: Gazeley is working with Ceva to develop a total of 56,000 m2  of warehousing and distribution space, the construction of which lies on the outskirts of Madrid and should be completed by the middle of 2009.

As in all Gazeley developments, these sites will incorporate innovative energy-saving and environmentally friendly devices, such as solar thermal pre-heating for the water system, eco-efficient T5 lighting, use of recyclable materials, storm water collection and water-saving applications.

Jean-Fleury Garel, Gazeley Global Key Account for Ceva said: "This global partnership and entry into the Dubai market signifies the strength of the Gazeley customer proposition. We are committed to providing a bespoke and high quality service to our existing and new customers across the globe. Our priority will remain the strategic support of the business needs of our customers."

Gianfranco Sgro, President of CEVA for the SEMEA Region, added: “We appreciate Gazeley’s understanding of our needs and perceive our relationship with them as being a long-term and mutually beneficial one.”

Gazeley also recently opened offices in India, Mexico and Poland as part of its global strategy to extend operations in Asia, Central America, Eastern Europe and the Middle East, in addition to continuing to build on its successful European business.