A14 warehouse takes shape at Suffolk Port One Logistics Park

Bosses at Hemisphere Freight Services say they are excited as work continues apace at the 243,511sq ft facility at Suffolk Port One Logistics Park. 

Cladding is up, flooring poured and racking is in full flow. It will provide 35,536 racked pallet locations stacked nine levels high.

A total of 10,000 pallet spaces are due to be handed over in around a week's time.

The facility also includes 8,000 bulk-loaded pallets on floors and mezzanines allowing space for kitting, barcoding, and quality control.

There will be eight dock levellers, a 7.5-tonne hydraulic lift to move cargo and people to the the mezzanines.

The scheme includes 59 car parking spaces, EV charging for 12 vehicles and triple-storey offices covering 6,600sq ft. 

The company already runs a warehousing service at several sites including White House Road in Ipswich, Felixstowe, Liverpool and London Heathrow.

Hemisphere director Louis Perrin said the new development was a "significant" step forward and showed the firm's commitment to cutting carbon in the supply chain.

“We are pleased to see the progress on this important development – it's truly exciting to see our vision taking shape," he said.

"We're eager to embark on this journey and can't wait to get the facility open.

"As a further celebration of our achievements, we plan to open our doors later in the summer for facility tours and various engaging activities, providing a first-hand look at the strides we're making towards a sustainable future in logistics."

Developer Curzon De Vere said it was "proud" to be working on the landmark project for Hemisphere.

Curzon De Vere's Matt Slater said: “It is exciting to see construction now taking shape at this site and we are proud to be working with Hemisphere Freight Service on this landmark project for them.”

Port One Logistics Park features 80-plus acres of roofing PV solar panels to supply power for high-speed car charging, office lighting and fork truck operation.