Kalmar relocates Genuine Parts warehouse to Greenwood, Indiana, improving services.

Kalmar Corporation is relocating its Genuine Parts warehouse from Ottawa, Kansas to Greenwood, Indiana, to improve delivery times, customer support, and enable growth in its Genuine Parts and Service businesses. The new warehouse will have a 112,000 sq ft facility and be operated by Neovia Logistics, a global contract logistics company. The transition process is scheduled to begin in May 2025 and be completed by the end of July 2025.

Kalmar Corporation, a leading provider of material handling equipment and services, has announced a strategic relocation of its Genuine Parts warehouse from Ottawa, Kansas to Greenwood, Indiana. The move is part of Kalmar's ongoing effort to enhance its service offerings and improve delivery times and customer support [1].

The new warehouse, located in Greenwood, will feature a 112,000 sq ft facility, offering greater flexibility and scalability for operations. The transition process is scheduled to begin in May 2025 and is expected to be completed by the end of July 2025. Kalmar will partner with Neovia Logistics, a global contract logistics company, to operate the new distribution center [1].

Neovia Logistics, with a presence in 19 countries and over 7,500 employees, has extensive experience in warehouse operations and will bring its proven processes and high safety and sustainability standards to Kalmar's North American operations [1].

Fredrik Fogelklou, Vice President of Kalmar Parts & Logistics Solutions, stated, "We are investing in the long-term capabilities and capacity to serve our customers in North America with Genuine Parts. This move is a cornerstone in our Growing Services strategy, and I am thrilled for us to be able to do this in partnership with Neovia Logistics" [1].

Kalmar's decision to relocate its warehouse to Greenwood is aimed at better serving its customers in North America, aligning with its vision to be the forerunner in sustainable material handling equipment and services. The company operates globally in over 120 countries and employs approximately 5,200 people. In 2024, Kalmar's sales totalled approximately EUR 1.7 billion [1].

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[1] https://www.streetinsider.com/Globe+Newswire/Growing+Services%3A+Kalmar+invests+in+North+American+Genuine+Parts+warehouse%C2%A0/24700538.html