Romanian market sees entry by eLog, establishing operational base at CTPark Bucharest North
In a strategic move to expand its operations in Central and Eastern Europe, eLog, a leading provider of reusable transport packaging systems for the retail sector, has opened its first operational hub in Romania. The new hub is located at CTPark Bucharest North, marking the company's initial physical presence in the country [1][2].
The 4,000 square meters of modern warehouse and office space at CTPark Bucharest North will serve as eLog's operational hub, providing reusable packaging solutions tailored for the retail sector. This move aims to enhance logistics efficiency and sustainability in Romania [1][2].
CTP, a prominent industrial real estate developer in Central and Eastern Europe, owns over 3 million square meters of A-class industrial space across key economic hubs in Romania. CTPark Bucharest North, where eLog has leased its space, offers more than 200,000 square meters of A-class warehouse and office space and spans over 21 hectares [1][2].
The location of CTPark Bucharest North, in the Ștefănes̝ti-Afumați district of northeast Bucharest, offers excellent accessibility, being directly accessible from the A3 motorway, DN2 roadway, and the city's ring road [1][2].
eLog specializes in Retail Ready Packaging, offering a crate pooling system based on reusable plastic crates. These crates are designed for transporting fresh produce, dairy, bakery, and meat products, making them ideal for the Romanian market [1][2].
Mega Image, a local operation of the Ahold Delhaize Group, is among eLog's clients in Romania, demonstrating the growing demand from modern retailers for efficient and sustainable packaging systems [1][2].
eLog's Managing Director, Ognjen Lescesen, expressed his enthusiasm about the company's entry into the Romanian market, stating that Romania is a key market for eLog due to its growing demand from modern retailers for efficient and sustainable packaging systems [1][2].
By partnering with established logistics park operators like CTP, eLog is strategically positioning itself to solidify its presence in the retail logistics sector in Romania [1][2]. While specific partnerships with other companies in Romania’s retail logistics space are not detailed in the available information, this lease agreement with CTPark Bucharest North indicates eLog's approach of partnering with established logistics park operators to facilitate its expansion [1][2].
[1] eLog Press Release, "eLog Expands into Romania with New Logistics Hub," [website], [date of publication]. [2] CTP Press Release, "CTPark Bucharest North Leases 4,000 sqm to eLog," [website], [date of publication].
eLog's strategic expansion into Romania, with the opening of its operational hub at CTPark Bucharest North, signifies a significant entrance into the retail logistics sector of the country. By partnering with CTP, a prominent industrial real estate developer, eLog aims to strengthen its presence and cater to the growing demand from modern retailers for efficient and sustainable packaging systems, utilizing technology to ensure logistics efficiency and finance the expansion.
