The largest online perfume and cosmetics store in Europe has leased over 28,000 m 2 in MDC2 Łódź South Park

MDC2 Park Łódź South consists of two distribution and logistics buildings with a planned total GLA of over 80,000 m2. The project is located in Głuchów – 19 km south of the Łódź with direct access to the Tuszyn junction on the A1 motorway. The A1 motorway is the main communication route running from north to south in Poland. There A2 motorway and S8 expressway are in close vicinity as well. Furthermore, the expansion of the S14, will also connect with the A2 motorway and the S8 expressway enhancing the excellent road connections, enabling country-wide distribution.

Another key advantage of the location near Łódź is access to qualified staff, which, according to Randstad ‘s research, includes over 43,000 employees living in the eastern district of Łódź, just 15 minutes from MDC2 Park Łódź South. The area within a radius of up to 60 minutes has almost 896,000 residents who further strengthen the staff potential of this location. Dedicated transport options are available for potential employees.

MDC2 is the developer of the project. The investment is being developed in cooperation with Fortress Real Estate Investments Limited (Fortress), a Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) that owns, manages, and develops commercial real estate. Fortress is the owner and financing partner of the investment.
The building leased by Notino will be tailored to individual needs to enable the storage and distribution of a wide range of tenant’s products.

Notino is the largest perfume and cosmetics online store in Europe. It offers a selection of 100,000 products from 2,500 global and local brands. Last year alone, the company sold 100 million products. Notino plans to distribute cosmetics, perfumes, and over-the-counter drugs from this location.

“We are accelerating our European expansion by choosing one of the best logistics locations in Poland. Efficient distribution and being closer to our customers are our priority. We ship tens of thousands of orders every day. Thanks to partnering with MDC2 Park Łódź South, we will be sure of smooth deliveries to our customers. As the delivery speed is key for us, we are pleased to be able to shorten the delivery time even more for our Polish customers. We chose MDC2 Park Łódź South not only because of the excellent central location, but also because of the developer’s outstanding approach to ESG and individual approach to business partners” – explains Logistic Director Tomáš Hofer, Notino.

“We are pleased Notino, which is very popular among Poles, has chosen our facility in Głuchów. The building is a facility whose location and technical parameters will be tailored to the tenant’s requirements. Our goal is to support Notino’s business. Both the location and the efficiency of the space give our client a guarantee of streamlined business development” – says Adrian Winiarek, Development Director at MDC2

Both Fortress and MDC2 implement strategies based on leading solutions for sustainable development strategies.

“For Fortress, the ESG policy is of particular importance on many levels of activity. The overarching goal is to achieve energy neutrality by the investments carried out as soon as possible. MDC2 Park Łódź South is being prepared in accordance with the best environmental protection practices. A well-thought-out concept combining modern technology with ecological solutions appeals to the most demanding tenants. We are glad that Notino will take advantage of all the advantages of this place” says Bartosz Klimek, Leasing & Asset Director, Fortress.

In MDC2 Park Łódź South , the buildings are designed for the installation of photovoltaic panels, and increased wall insulation will be used, and LED lighting will be installed, as well as a rainwater retention system. The developer provides chargers for electric vehicles. 95% of the building materials used in the project will be recyclable. The facility is designed with 12 meter clear heights. Environmentally diverse green areas will be created across the park. An MDC2 “Rest & Move” zone will also feature, an innovative concept on the Polish market, promoting a healthy lifestyle and improving the working conditions of all users of the developer’s warehouse facilities.

Cushman & Wakefield represented the tenant in the transaction. Legal Hub Wojnarowska Ścigała Irlik was a legal advisor.

“Central Poland, thanks to its well-developed logistics infrastructure, attracts more clients from the e-commerce industry. The transaction at MDC2 Park Łódź South inaugurates the presence of MDC2 together with Fortress in this region – says Katarzyna Misztal, Negotiator, Industrial & Logistics Agency, Cushman & Wakefield.

“This transaction confirms the dynamic development of the e-commerce sector in Poland. According to data from Cushman & Wakefield, in 2022 there will already be 7.35 million sq m. of warehouse space in Poland – 30.7% of the total supply, was intended for the e-commerce market. Taking into account the volume of space in Poland, the increase in space dedicated to online commerce has reached as much as 84% since the first quarter of 2019” – Kamil Żach, Key Account Executive, Associate, Industrial & Logistics Agency, Cushman & Wakefield.