Combination of retrofit and new construction for Schenker Deutschland

Case study

DB Schenker is a division of the German rail operator Deutsche Bahn AG that focuses on logistics.

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Schenker's warehouse filled with numerous shelves stacked with various items, showcasing an organized storage environment.

Results

60% increase in storage capacity

A combined retrofit and new‑construction automated small parts warehouse expanded Schenker’s miniload from 16,500 to 27,000 storage positions, boosting capacity significantly. 

80% increase in throughput capacity

The modernization and extension project increased throughput performance by 80 %, enabling up to 5,000 tray movements per day and improved supply to the BMW Munich assembly line.

Seamless live operations during upgrade

Körber executed the retrofit and new construction within months without disrupting ongoing operations, ensuring continuity for Schenker’s automotive logistics services.

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