Lidl Bosnia and Herzegovina Commences Construction of First Logistics and Distribution Center with Groundbreaking Ceremony
Today, with the laying of the foundation stone, Lidl Bosnia and Herzegovina officially commenced the construction of its first logistics and distribution center.
The center is located in Lepenica, municipality of Kiseljak, and represents Lidl’s largest investment in Bosnia and Herzegovina to date. With a total value exceeding 100 million euros, this significant investment will contribute long-term benefits to the local community by creating over 200 jobs.
The project covers a land area of 250,000 m², with the warehouse capacity of 60,000 m². The warehouse will be constructed according to the latest technological standards, designed for efficient large-scale operations, and characterized by the use of specialized machinery, automation systems, and logistical equipment aimed at optimizing operations.
During the ceremonial commencement of construction, the general manager of Lidl Bosnia and Herzegovina, Toljan Papajorgji, shared the company’s vision and ambitions for this project. He emphasized that the new logistics center will serve as a crucial step for Lidl’s entry into the Bosnian market, enabling the company to apply the extensive experience gained on a global level.
“Dedicated work and collaboration over the past months have paved the way for us to celebrate this significant milestone together,” said Papajorgji.
“Today, we proudly present our largest investment in Bosnia and Herzegovina,” he added.
Thanks to state-of-the-art technologies, the new Lidl logistics center in Bosnia and Herzegovina meets the latest standards of sustainable construction.
The center will employ advanced methods for energy efficiency and environmental impact reduction, setting new standards in the sector. Strong support from the local community and authorities allows Lidl to not only enhance its logistical capacities through this project but also significantly contribute to the local economy by creating new jobs and promoting environmentally conscious practices. This center represents an important step towards sustainable operations, adopting advanced practices that could serve as a model for future projects in the country.
The ceremony was attended by the German Ambassador to Bosnia and Herzegovina, Dr. Thomas Fitschen, Head of the Cooperation Sector at the EU Delegation to Bosnia and Herzegovina, Antonella Di Sandri, Mayor of Kiseljak, Mladen Mišurić-Ramljak, along with numerous high-ranking officials from the political, business, and diplomatic sectors.
About Lidl
Lidl Bosnia and Herzegovina is part of the Lidl retail chain, which is one of the leading food retail chains in Germany and Europe. Lidl currently has over 12,200 branches and more than 220 logistics centers in 31 countries.
As a discount retailer, Lidl places great importance on the optimal price-quality ratio for its customers. Simplicity and process orientation determine daily operations in stores, regional distribution centers, and headquarters. As a system provider, Lidl International, headquartered in Neckarsulm, is responsible for the design and structure of standardized processes.
Lidl employs around 376,000 people worldwide. The dynamism in daily implementation, the resulting strength, and fairness in mutual dealings characterize the work at Lidl globally. Lidl Bosnia and Herzegovina currently employs 112 staff and continuously recruits new qualified profiles from various fields and for different jobs.
In its daily activities, Lidl takes responsibility for people, society, and the environment. At Lidl, sustainability means fulfilling the quality promise every day.
