DHL Global Forwarding opens new 5,000 sqm facility at Brisbane International Airport

AvLogix was engaged by DHL Global Forwarding as Client-Side Project Manager from initial planning and concept design through to delivery of their new QLD facility at Brisbane International Airport. The 5,000 sqm facility has a large open plan warehouse with an integrated perishable area and material handling system (castor deck, ball deck, truck docks, lowering workstations). Dimension/weighing technology integrated with x-ray screening further improves operational productivity for DHL. During the planning phase the ergonomic, safety and sustainability factors of the solution were key design considerations.

 AvLogix provided:

  • Block Planning based on functional needs, data analysis and concept of operations (CONOPS)

  • Concept Design integrating efficient traffic handling, general and perishable cargo handling processes and an integrated material handling system for ULDs

  • Technical Procurement Support to DHL operational, procurement and real estate departments throughout the process

  • Client-Side Project Management

  • Stakeholder Engagement / Coordination

  • Site Management

  • Make good of previous DHL site

"It has been a pleasure to work with everyone involved including DHL Global Forwarding, DP DHL Real Estate, Brisbane Airport Corporation, Tomkins and Gaskins

Kim Pilosio AvLogix Solutions Project Manager 

DHL Global Forwarding

Brisbane Airport Corporation

Highlights:

  • Location: Brisbane International Airport, Queensland

  • Developer: Brisbane Airport Corporation

  • Tenant: DHL Global Forwarding

  • Client-Side PM: AvLogix Solutions

  • Builder: Tomkins Commercial

  • Facility: 5000m²

  • Cold Rooms: 2000m²

  • Material Handling System: ULD Truck Docks, Castor Deck, Ball Deck, Lowering Workstations

  • Awning: 2,400m²

  • Offices: 600m²

  • Pavement: 8,400m²

  • Engaged: Oct 2020

  • Completed: Feb 2023