Saturday, 10 May 2025
MLP Group has unveiled plans for its third business park in Germany’s Ruhr Area. The new project, located in Castrop-Rauxel, will transform a 14.6-hectare brownfield site into a modern, sustainable facility offering 57,000 sqm of space tailored to diverse business needs.
The project will feature approximately 55,000 sqm of warehouse space and 2,000 sqm of office space, certified to at least DGNB Gold standards. Flexible modules ranging from 1,000 to 10,000 sqm will be designed to accommodate various industries, including data center operations, logistics, light industry, and other business functions.
Germany remains a strategic market for MLP Group, with the new business park marking the company’s sixth project in the country and its third in the Ruhr Area. Other MLP facilities in the region include an operational complex in Unna and another under development in Gelsenkirchen.
“Germany is Europe’s largest market, offering immense growth potential. Following our successful green bond offering, which raised €300 million, we are allocating significant resources to expand our footprint in the country,” said Radosław T. Krochta, CEO of MLP Group S.A.
The Castrop-Rauxel business park will integrate advanced sustainable technologies, including photovoltaic panels, green roof elements, and heat pumps for efficient energy use. The facility will also prioritize water and energy management to meet stringent environmental standards.
“This project aligns perfectly with our development strategy. Its location in the heart of the Ruhr Area provides excellent connectivity to key transport routes and logistics infrastructure, making it ideal for a range of business activities, including data centers,” said Martin Birkert, Chief Country Officer Germany at MLP Group.
The project has been well received by local authorities, who view it as a vital step toward revitalizing former industrial land in Castrop-Rauxel.
“Like much of the Ruhr Area, Castrop-Rauxel’s history is rooted in coal and steel. Today, free commercial space is scarce, and this project unlocks unused potential, fostering economic growth and attracting diverse industries,” said Jens Langensiepen, Managing Director of Wirtschaft & Marketing Castrop-Rauxel GmbH.
The business park, located at Wartburgstraße 81, benefits from exceptional connectivity. The site is just 3 km from major highways (A2, A42, A43, and A45) and 800 meters from a four-lane federal road leading to the city center. Proximity to logistics hubs operated by Dachser, UPS, and Recht Logistik, as well as distribution centers for IKEA and Hornbach, further enhances its appeal. Dortmund Airport, located 34 km away, provides additional accessibility.
The acquisition of the site was arranged by NAI Apollo, with legal support from Goodwin Law and tax advice from Berkers & Cie. Staying true to its build-and-hold strategy, MLP Group will retain and manage the business park, ensuring long-term value for tenants through tailored solutions and ongoing support.
This innovative project continues MLP Group’s tradition of delivering cutting-edge facilities in strategic locations, reinforcing its role as a leader in sustainable industrial real estate development.
