Amazon

Amazon is the tenant of the AULA project on the Blue Gate Antwerp site. The climate pledge of Amazon and Blue Gate Antwerp’s circular ambitions form a strong synergy, utilising the future proof infrastructure and the strategic urban location to the fullest. The new site is Amazon’s first development in Belgium and serves both the city centre and the wider Antwerp area.

The building consists of a warehouse (5.764 sqm), mezzanine (517 sqm), office space (2.157 sqm) and a parking building (40,000 sqm). Bopro took the role of developer and was also responsible for the Project Management. As project manager, Bopro has already been involved from the definition of the project and the design phase and has guided the permit and tendering process. Bopro has also involved as project manager in the construction phase of the project. During these various phases, Bopro monitored the financial part through Quantity Survey and Cost Management.

As sustainability consultant, Bopro guided the sustainable strategy of the project by giving advice and insight, carrying out life cycle assessments and as BREEAM assessor. A BREEAM Excellent certificate was aspired for this project.