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Federal Express Corporation (FedEx) has announced the opening of a new logistics facility in Vianen, Netherlands. This site is designed to handle both parcel and pallet operations, enhancing the company's logistics infrastructure in the region. The facility aims to improve sorting and shipping processes with a focus on safety and sustainability.
The Vianen facility includes a warehouse space of 5,865 square meters and an office area of 816 square meters. It features ten dock doors for trailers, including one with a scissor lift. A new sorting machine increases efficiency with a capacity of 3,600 parcels per hour. There are also 48 direct loading positions for vans at the conveyor belt to expedite parcel processing.
Technological advancements at the site include parcel X-ray capabilities, a customs cage, and an aviation security area for secure air freight processing. A caster deck is available for unloading unit load devices from trailers efficiently. The advanced sorting system can automatically detect customs clearance status, while on-site planning optimizes freight scheduling.
