A new ACE Logistics terminal has started operations in Kaunas following an investment of 7 million euros. It is the company\u2019s second logistics center in Lithuania, after its existing branch in Vilnius. The new facility features 40 loading ramps and was designed considering growing cargo volumes and planned service expansion \u2013 the company expects annual sales growth of 20%.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
According to Juana Kudarauskien\u0117, Head of ACE Logistics, a terminal in Kaunas will enable better cargo flow management and help the company prepare for increasing intensity in international transport. It is a long-term infrastructure that must operate efficiently both today and in the future as volumes continue to grow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201c During terminal planning, our goal was to optimize day-to-day operations: fewer unnecessary movements, clearer process logic, and greater control over both workflows and safety. The new terminal will significantly increase our handling capacity and reduce transit times, contributing to higher service efficiency,\u201d she says.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
More Than 4,000 sq m of Space<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n The new Kaunas terminal covers more than 4,000 sq m, including a 4,000 sq m terminal area and a 500 sq m office space. The layout is designed not only for operational efficiency but also for clearer cargo movement and faster process management for clients \u2013 especially when shipments need to be sorted and dispatched onward without additional storage. \u201cIt was important for us that the facility would be suitable not only for day one but also for future growth \u2013 some solutions were implemented to make expansion easier later on,\u201d notes the company\u2019s head.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Solutions That Reduce Bottlenecks<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n The terminal consists of 36 standard loading ramps, two ramps for vans, and a special covered side-loading ramp that allows trucks to be loaded from the side. This provides greater flexibility when cargo is more accessible from the side and helps ensure safer maneuvering during peak operations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n J. Kudarauskien\u0117 emphasizes that in terminals of this type, smooth flow management and minimizing congestion in loading areas\u00a0 is essential. When cargo isn\u2019t stored but quickly sorted and sent onward, smooth throughput and a clear loading setup is crucial. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Smooth operations: lighting, safety and continuity<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Natural daylight is increased through practical design choices: windows are integrated into the roof and near the loading areas, and the dock canopy is translucent. A LED lighting system with motion and daylight sensors is also installed. Engineering systems are integrated into a building management system, enabling centralized control of lighting, indoor climate, and energy consumption. The heating of the building uses energy of which 90% is generated from renewable sources, and the roof is prepared for the future installation of a solar power plant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n For day-to-day safety, the facility is divided into two sections. Windows in movement zones improve visibility, and areas are marked by direction and safety lines. Impregnated flooring minimizes dust accumulation and simplifies maintenance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n To ensure uninterrupted operations , the terminal uses forklifts equipped with lithium-ion batteries and integrated scales that measure cargo weight on the spot. Video surveillance cameras are installed throughout the building and across the yard perimeter, and a backup generator is in place in case of power outages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cWhen cargo flows are moving, everything must function reliably and without disruption \u2013 from weighing shipments to securing power supply,\u201d notes J. Kudarauskien\u0117.<\/p>\n\n\n\n International Transport Volumes Are Growing<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Speaking about the market context, J. Kudarauskien\u0117 notes that the strongest growth trends are visible in international transport.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cWe see growing volumes of smaller shipments in international transport. Companies are increasingly moving away from large stockpiles and instead calculate what they need here and now, making regular and fast delivery essential. Our daily departures and deliveries across Europe allow clients to plan flexibly, shorten lead times, and maintain stable inventory levels. In addition, regular weekly consolidations from overseas markets help optimize costs and ensure consistent cargo flows into Europe. This allows clients to maintain supply chain balance even in a volatile market,\u201d she concludes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n ACE Logistics’ new logistics center is located in the Kaunas region at Erdves g. 19, 52114, Ramuciai. The location is close to the Kaunas Free Economic Zone, one of the largest industrial and logistics parks in the Baltics. ACE Logistics Vilnius terminal will also continue to operate, at least for the time being, primarily for local distribution transport in Vilnius.<\/p>\n\n\n\n ACE Logistics<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" A new ACE Logistics terminal has started operations in Kaunas following an investment of 7 million euros. It is the company\u2019s second logistics center in Lithuania, after its existing branch in Vilnius. The new facility features 40 loading ramps and was designed considering growing cargo volumes and planned service expansion \u2013 the company expects annual […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":24,"featured_media":18460,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"off","_et_pb_old_content":"","_et_gb_content_width":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[2],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-18453","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-news"],"yoast_head":"\n