Logista Pharma and Prologis inaugurate the largest pharmaceutical distribution platform of a logistics operator in Catalonia

 

The company Logista Pharma, subsidiary of Logista Specializing in the pharmaceutical sector, it has taken a strategic step in its internationalization plan after reaching an agreement with Prologis Inc. for platform rental Subirats DC1. Located in Subirats (Barcelona), this facility is consolidated as the largest logistics hub operated by a specialist in the sector in Cataluña, with a total area exceeding 23.400 square meters.

 

This operation represents the first alliance between the two giants in SpainResponding to the growing demand for high value-added logistics assets along the Barcelona corridor, the infrastructure will allow Logista Pharma optimize the distribution of medicines and products healthcare not only in the Iberian Peninsula, but also towards key markets such as Francia, Holanda y Bélgica.

 

Technical capacity and high security standards

 

The asset Subirats DC1 It has been adapted under the service model Prologis Essentialsensuring strict compliance with regulations GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) and GDP (Good Distribution PracticesThe warehouse stands out for its storage capacity of 50.000 pallets and the integration of high-security zones for chemical and hazardous products (APQ).

 

The most relevant technical specifications of the platform include:

• Air conditioning systems for controlled temperature ranges between 15 and 25 °C.
• Cold storage rooms for positive temperature (2-8 °C).
• Preparation area picking with an advanced level of robotics.
• Racking systems optimized for forklifts VNAO.
• Spaces dedicated to secondary conditioning and partial manufacturing.

 

The following details the key operational and technical specifications of the new facility:

 

Operational Concept	Technical Detail / Figure
Total surface area of ​​the platform	Sqm 23.416
Storage capacity	50.000 pallets
Controlled temperature ranges	15-25 °C and 2-8 °C
Strategic location	Subirats, Barcelona (Catalonia)
Main target markets	Spain, Portugal, Italy, France, Netherlands, Belgium

 

Commitment to sustainability and operational efficiency

 

The project focuses not only on volumetric capacity but also on energy efficiency. The platform features high-efficiency LED lighting systems, aligning with the decarbonization goals of Prologis y Logista. By Ignacio Sánchez Caballero, General Manager of Logista Pharma IberiaThe quality of the asset allows us to "optimize our logistics operations and guarantee a safe, efficient and reliable service for our customers."

 

For its part, Cristian Oller, SVP, Head of Asset Management Southern Europe PrologisHe emphasized that this operation demonstrates the firm's ability to support the pharmaceutical sector with turnkey solutions that reduce adaptation times and optimize initial investment costs.

 

Key points and frequently asked questions about Subirats DC1

How important is this new warehouse for the Catalan logistics sector?

It becomes the largest pharmaceutical distribution platform managed by a logistics operator in Cataluña, reinforcing the region as a hub strategic for the south Europa.

What additional services does the Prologis Essentials model offer in this operation?

It has enabled a turnkey solution that includes everything from office design to the implementation of robotics in pickingspecialized climate control and shelving systems VNAO.

Which international standards does the installation comply with?

The ship strictly complies with the standards GMP y GDP, in addition to having areas APQ high security for handling specific products in the health sector.